Firwood Gardens
Memory Care · Portland, OR
Firwood Gardens
Memory Care · Portland, OR
Firwood Gardens accepts Medicaid.
Overview of Firwood Gardens
Cherish every moment of your golden years at Firwood Gardens, an idyllic community in the quiet neighborhood of Portland, OR, specializing in memory care. Committed to improving residents’ cognition, the community provides top-tier care and assistance for their unique needs and preferences around the clock. Residents enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle with a compassionate and highly skilled team helping with their daily living activities and household responsibilities.
Stimulating activities and engaging programs are also conducted to keep residents active and socially engaged. Mealtimes not only meet dietary needs but also foster comfort with diverse dining options served daily. The community is equipped with a greenhouse, a putting green, a full-service hair salon, and beautifully manicured grounds, creating the perfect setting for a worry-free retirement.
Types of Care at Firwood Gardens
Memory Care
85-bed community Rank #93 / 354Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 93rd out of 354 homes in Oregon. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Oregon SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
46 years in operation Rank #9 / 374Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 9th out of 374 homes in Oregon. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Oregon SNFs. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 82 / 100 Rank #72 / 476Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 72nd out of 476 homes in Oregon. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Oregon SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community
Facility TypeResidential Care Facility
StatusActive
IssuanceDecember 1, 1980
CountyMultnomah
Firwood Gardens is legally operated by Sapphire At Firwood, LLC, and administrated by Tatiana Misa.
Emergency SystemsYes
Safety FeaturesEmergency Call Light System
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
ContactMr. Nick Bales, Executive Director
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Hospice
Transitional Independent Living
Email
[email protected]
Pets not allowed
Smoking not allowed
24/7 Caring Staff
Nutritious Daily Meals
Enrichment Activities
Housekeeping And Laundry
Emotional And Social Services
Specific ProgramsHome Care, Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Care
Food DescriptionThree nutritious meals a day and snacks prepared with care.
Inspection History
In Oregon, the Department of Human Services, Aging and People with Disabilities performs unannounced surveys and regular inspections to ensure resident safety in all care settings.
Since 2021 · 5 years of data
47 deficiencies
8 inspections
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Oregon state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2021 vs. Oregon state average
Overall vs. OR average
4 Worse
Metrics worse than Oregon average:
• Total deficiencies (52% above)
• Deficiencies per year (52% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (34% above)
• Total inspections (14% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Oregon average:
• Licensing violations (17% below)
• Total deficiencies (52% above)
• Deficiencies per year (52% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (34% above)
• Total inspections (14% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Oregon average:
• Licensing violations (17% below)
Latest Inspection
July 22, 2025
Deficiencies
| This Facility | OR Average | vs. OR Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 47 | 31 | This facility has 52% more total deficiencies than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (47 vs. OR avg 31).↑ 52% worse |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2021.
| 9.4 | 6.2 | This facility has 52% more deficiencies per year than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (9.4 vs. OR avg 6.2).↑ 52% worse |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 5.9 | 4.4 | This facility has 34% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (5.9 vs. OR avg 4.4).↑ 34% worse |
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Licensing violations
Violations of state licensing requirements identified during facility inspections.
| 10 | 12 | This facility has 17% fewer licensing violations than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (10 vs. OR avg 12).↓ 17% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | OR Average | vs. OR Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 8 | 7 | This facility has 14% more total inspections than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (8 vs. OR avg 7).↑ 14% worse |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The most recent inspection on July 22, 2025, identified deficiencies related to kitchen sanitation, food handling, and administration compliance. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of issues including infection prevention and control, staffing and training deficiencies, fire and life safety concerns, and ongoing kitchen sanitation problems. Complaint investigations did not appear in the reports, and enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. Prior reports also noted failures in maintaining and updating the Acuity Based Staffing Tool and implementing resident service plans. The facility’s inspection history indicates persistent challenges across several operational areas without a clear pattern of improvement or worsening over time.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
Show Inspection ReportsWhat does this home offer?
Housing Options: Studio / Suite
Building Type: 2-story
Dining Services
Transportation Services
Housekeeping Services
Health Programs
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8.5 miles from city center
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MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Portland (Hazelwood) | 85 | No | 82 | Studio / Suite | 46 | A+ | 8 | 44 | 5.5 | Sapphire At Firwood, LLC | Tatiana Misa |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Firwood Gardens
What neighborhood is Firwood Gardens in?
Firwood Gardens is in the Hazelwood neighborhood of Portland.
Who is the owner of Firwood Gardens?
The legal owner and operator of Firwood Gardens is Sapphire At Firwood, LLC.
Is Firwood Gardens in a walkable area?
Firwood Gardens has a walk score of 82. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
Are pets allowed at Firwood Gardens?
No, Firwood Gardens has a no-pet policy.
What is the best email address for Firwood Gardens?
The team at Firwood Gardens can be reached at [email protected].
Who is the administrator of Firwood Gardens?
Tatiana Misa is the administrator of Firwood Gardens.
How many beds does Firwood Gardens have?
Firwood Gardens has 85 beds.
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