Hawthorne Gardens
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Portland, OR

Hawthorne Gardens

Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Portland, OR
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Hawthorne Gardens accepts Medicaid.

Overview of Hawthorne Gardens

Hawthorne Gardens provides a quintessential community for assisted living. Residents are guaranteed to enjoy their stay because of the astonishing, beautifully decorated interiors of the building– adding to the charm the community holds. The luxurious Hawthorne Gardens strongly presents a warm and welcoming environment. It promotes a relaxing and serene atmosphere for seniors of independent living, assisted living, and memory care.  Hawthorne Gardens ensures a life well-spent dedicated to providing compassionate care for their residents, making the elderly and their family feel secure and comfortable knowing that they are in good hands.
An exceptional quality of care is provided for residents who need a little more assistance with their daily living and everyday mental and physical stimulation. Hawthorne Gardens’ well-trained staff are ready to accommodate an individual’s needs such as housekeeping and laundry, medication management, escort assistance, personal care assistance, and incontinence care– to name a few of their key services provided for seniors. Hawthorne Gardens encourages seniors to socialize and make new connections with people around their age– current residents of the community are about the average age of 63 to 100 years-old; and with a gender breakdown of 40% of men to 60% of women.

Bed community size
35-bed community Rank #285 / 350Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 285th out of 350 homes we track in Oregon for bed count. 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Oregon that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
19 years in operation Rank #224 / 375Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 224th out of 375 homes we track in Oregon for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Oregon facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Oregon that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.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: 93 / 100 Rank #12 / 462Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 12th out of 462 homes we track in Oregon for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Oregon facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Oregon that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Facility
StatusActive
IssuanceJuly 30, 2007
CountyMultnomah

Ownership & Operating Entity

Hawthorne Gardens is legally operated by Ssa Oregon, LLC, and administered by Cody Carr.

Type Of Units

Total
35 units
Total beds
35 units

Safety & Compliance

Grab Bars
Emergency SystemsYes

Payment & Insurance

1 service
Accept Medicaid

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Contact Information

Additional Policies & Features

Smoking not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Transportation
Housekeeping
Laundry
Activities
Wellness ProgramDaily 5, 8 Core Principles of Wellness
Volunteer Program

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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 These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 65 deficiencies 6 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, 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 2 Worse Metrics worse than Oregon average:
• Total deficiencies (110% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (145% above)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.

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. 6531 This facility has 110% more total deficiencies than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (65 vs. OR avg 31).↑ 110% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 10.84.4 This facility has 145% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (10.8 vs. OR avg 4.4).↑ 145% worse

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 inspections conducted at this facility. 67 This facility has had 14% fewer total inspections than the Oregon average (6 vs. OR avg 7). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 14% fewer

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Hawthorne Gardens

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Address 2.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Portland's city center to Hawthorne Gardens's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.4 miles to nearest hospital (Providence Portland Medical Center)

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Compare Assisted Living around Portland

Info below is compiled from the OR Dept. of Human Services (ODHS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Courtyard at Mount Tabor
AL
IL
MC
Portland (Southeast Portland)
80
Facility 80
OR AVG 67
Rank #104 / 350
Yes
68
Facility 68
OR AVG 56
Rank #171 / 462
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
34
Facility 34
OR AVG 22
Rank #50 / 375
A+7
21
Facility 21
OR AVG 31
Rank #111 / 283
3.0
Facility 3.0
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #78 / 283
Sssht Opco Se Division Street, LLCGelissa Crichton-Jean-Joseph
Arcadia Senior Living
AL
RC
Portland (Powellhurst-Gilbert)
74
Facility 74
OR AVG 67
Rank #128 / 350
Yes
34
Facility 34
OR AVG 56
Rank #365 / 462
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
9
Facility 9
OR AVG 22
Rank #294 / 375
A+6
11
Facility 11
OR AVG 31
Rank #42 / 283
1.8
Facility 1.8
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #35 / 283
Arcadia Senior Housing, LLCKevin Call
Markham House Assisted Living
AL
RC
Portland (West Portland Park)
63
Facility 63
OR AVG 67
Rank #168 / 350
Yes
75
Facility 75
OR AVG 56
Rank #118 / 462
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
33
Facility 33
OR AVG 22
Rank #56 / 375
A+5
21
Facility 21
OR AVG 31
Rank #111 / 283
4.2
Facility 4.2
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #132 / 283
Markham House Sl LLCAirene Keppel
Hawthorne Gardens
AL
MC
RC
Portland (Sunnyside)
35
Facility 35
OR AVG 67
Rank #285 / 350
Yes
93
Facility 93
OR AVG 56
Rank #12 / 462
-
19
Facility 19
OR AVG 22
Rank #224 / 375
A+6
65
Facility 65
OR AVG 31
Rank #269 / 283
10.8
Facility 10.8
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #274 / 283
Ssa Oregon, LLCCody Carr
Mirabella Portland
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Portland (Southwest Portland)
27
Facility 27
OR AVG 67
Rank #315 / 350
No
81
Facility 81
OR AVG 56
Rank #80 / 462
1 Bed / 2 Bed
19
Facility 19
OR AVG 22
Rank #224 / 375
A+6
21
Facility 21
OR AVG 31
Rank #111 / 283
3.5
Facility 3.5
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #98 / 283
Mirabella At South WaterfrontJoscelyn Cook

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Oregon

Hawthorne 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.)

Frequently Asked Questions about Hawthorne Gardens

What neighborhood is Hawthorne Gardens in?

Hawthorne Gardens is in the Sunnyside neighborhood of Portland.

Who is the owner of Hawthorne Gardens?

Hawthorne Gardens is legally operated by Ssa Oregon, LLC, and administered by Cody Carr.

Is Hawthorne Gardens in a walkable area?

Hawthorne Gardens has a walk score of 93. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

How long has Hawthorne Gardens been in business?

Hawthorne Gardens has been operating for approximately 19 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Does Hawthorne Gardens have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Hawthorne Gardens on this page.

Are pets allowed at Hawthorne Gardens?

Yes, Hawthorne Gardens allows residents to bring their pets.

What is the best email address for Hawthorne Gardens?

The team at Hawthorne Gardens can be reached at ccarr@hawthornegardenspdx.com.

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