Firwood Gardens

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.

Bed community size
85-bed community Rank #91 / 351Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 91st out of 351 homes in Oregon. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Oregon facilities. 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.
Years in operation
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 facilities. 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
Walk Score: 82 / 100 Rank #73 / 476Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 73rd out of 476 homes in Oregon. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Oregon facilities. 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
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Facility
StatusActive
IssuanceDecember 1, 1980
CountyMultnomah

Ownership & Operating Entity

Firwood Gardens is legally operated by Sapphire At Firwood, LLC, and administrated by Tatiana Misa.

Safety & Compliance

Emergency SystemsYes
Safety FeaturesEmergency Call Light System

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactMr. Nick Bales, Executive Director

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

2 services
Hospice
Transitional Independent Living

Contact Information

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed
Smoking not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

24/7 Caring Staff
Nutritious Daily Meals
Enrichment Activities
Housekeeping And Laundry
Emotional And Social Services
Specific ProgramsHome Care, Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Care

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionThree nutritious meals a day and snacks prepared with care.

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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 44 deficiencies 8 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info 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 (42% above)
• Deficiencies per year (42% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (25% above)
• Total inspections (14% above)
1 Better Metrics better than Oregon average:
• Licensing violations (17% below)
Latest Inspection July 22, 2025

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityOR Averagevs. OR Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 4431 This facility has 42% more total deficiencies than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (44 vs. OR avg 31).↑ 42% worse
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2021. 8.86.2 This facility has 42% more deficiencies per year than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (8.8 vs. OR avg 6.2).↑ 42% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 5.54.4 This facility has 25% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (5.5 vs. OR avg 4.4).↑ 25% worse
Licensing violations Info Violations of state licensing requirements identified during facility inspections. 1012 This facility has 17% fewer licensing violations than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (10 vs. OR avg 12).↓ 17% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityOR Averagevs. OR Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 87 This facility has 14% more total inspections than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (8 vs. OR avg 7).↑ 14% worse

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • May 1, 2025 re-licensure inspection found 8 deficiencies including infection prevention failures, staffing and training gaps, fire and life safety issues, and building maintenance problems, many uncorrected on revisits.
  • July 22, 2025 kitchen inspection identified 2 deficiencies for poor kitchen sanitation, food handling violations, and failure to follow licensing rules.
  • April 24, 2025 complaint investigation cited 4 deficiencies for failure to implement resident service plans and maintain the Acuity Based Staffing Tool.

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Studio / Suite

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Building Type: 2-story

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Address 8.5 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Portland's city center to Firwood Gardens's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Memory Care in Oregon

Firwood Gardens is located in Portland, Oregon.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Oregon.

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Oregon Project Independence (OPI)

OPI

Age 60+
General Oregon resident, at risk of nursing home but not Medicaid-eligible.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $5,000 individual
OR

Cost-sharing required; rural/urban balance.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Adult day care (~$70/day) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Oregon Medicaid Community-Based Care

OR Medicaid CBC

Age 65+ or disabled
General Oregon resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
OR

High demand in urban areas (e.g., Portland).

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($70/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Oregon PACE (e.g., Providence ElderPlace)

Age 55+
General OR resident (specific counties), NFLOC, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) for Medicaid enrollees.
OR

Available in 11 counties (e.g., Multnomah, Washington); Providence ElderPlace dominant provider.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Respite Therapies

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Oregon Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General OR resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
OR

Three tiers; includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Oregon Family Caregiver Support Program

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; OR resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) No strict cap; prioritizes low-income ~$24,980/year
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
OR

15 regions; rural priority; includes grandparent caregivers.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Oregon VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General OR resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
OR

High veteran demand; Oregon Veterans’ Homes option.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Senior Property Tax Deferral Program

Oregon Property Tax Deferral for Disabled and Senior Citizens

Age 62+
General OR resident, homeowner 5+ years, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$58,000/year household, adjusted annually
Asset Limits Home value < county median; equity > 15%.
OR

Deferred taxes accrue 6% interest; repaid upon sale/death.

Benefits
Tax deferral (~$1,000-$3,000/year avg., varies by county)

Elderly Nutrition Program (ENP)

Oregon Elderly Nutrition Program

Age 60+
General OR resident (or spouse of any age); no income limit.
Income Limits (2025) None; donations encouraged.
Asset Limits Not assessed.
OR

Includes Meals on Wheels; prioritizes homebound/low-income.

Benefits
Home-delivered or congregate meals (~$5-$7/meal value, 5 meals/week avg.)

Compare Memory Care around Multnomah County

The information below is reported by the Oregon Department of Human Services, Aging and People with Disabilities.

St Anthony Village
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.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Portland (Foster - Powell)
126
Facility 126
OR AVG 67
Rank #18 / 351
No
90
Facility 90
OR AVG 55
Rank #29 / 476
Studio / Suite
26
Facility 26
OR AVG 21
Rank #134 / 374
-4
73
Facility 73
OR AVG 31
Rank #317 / 334
18.3
Facility 18.3
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #332 / 334
St. Anthony Village Associates LPE'lan Calise
Firwood Gardens
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
Facility 85
OR AVG 67
Rank #91 / 351
No
82
Facility 82
OR AVG 55
Rank #73 / 476
Studio / Suite
46
Facility 46
OR AVG 21
Rank #9 / 374
A+8
44
Facility 44
OR AVG 31
Rank #253 / 334
5.5
Facility 5.5
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #209 / 334
Sapphire At Firwood, LLCTatiana Misa
Maple Grove Memory Care
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.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Portland (Wilkes East)
68
Facility 68
OR AVG 67
Rank #149 / 351
No
67
Facility 67
OR AVG 55
Rank #184 / 476
Studio / Suite
29
Facility 29
OR AVG 21
Rank #95 / 374
-10
57
Facility 57
OR AVG 31
Rank #296 / 334
5.7
Facility 5.7
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #217 / 334
Sh1 Pacific Gardens Opco LLCCharity Jammeh
Stephanie Gardens
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.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Portland (Rockwood)
52
Facility 52
OR AVG 67
Rank #220 / 351
No
73
Facility 73
OR AVG 55
Rank #136 / 476
Studio / Suite
4
Facility 4
OR AVG 21
Rank #331 / 374
-4
23
Facility 23
OR AVG 31
Rank #139 / 334
5.8
Facility 5.8
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #222 / 334
Ohana Gresham Operations, LLCMicaela Healea
Hazelwood Enhanced Memory Care
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)
40
Facility 40
OR AVG 67
Rank #266 / 351
No
78
Facility 78
OR AVG 55
Rank #98 / 476
Studio / Suite
15
Facility 15
OR AVG 21
Rank #254 / 374
-4
45
Facility 45
OR AVG 31
Rank #258 / 334
11.3
Facility 11.3
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #324 / 334
Halo Holdings LLCPrincess Hall

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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