Hawthorne Gardens
Senior Living · Portland, OR
Hawthorne Gardens
Senior Living · Portland, Oregon
Hawthorne Gardens accepts Medicaid.
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.
35-bed community Rank #286 / 351Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 286th out of 351 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 moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
18 years in operation Rank #234 / 374Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 234th 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: 93 / 100 Rank #12 / 476Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 12th 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.
Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community
Facility TypeResidential Care Facility
StatusActive
IssuanceJuly 30, 2007
CountyMultnomah
Hawthorne Gardens is legally operated by Ssa Oregon, LLC, and administrated by Cody Carr.
Total
35 units
Total beds
35 units
Grab Bars
Emergency SystemsYes
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
ContactMr. Steve Worral, Administrator
Accept Medicaid
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Does not offer Alzheimer's Care
Email
[email protected]
Pets not allowed
Smoking not allowed
Transportation
Housekeeping
Laundry
ActivitiesThe community offers engagement programs that focus on daily activities and wellness principles to promote connection and joy.
Wellness ProgramEngagement programs focus on remaining abilities, not losses, and include the 'Daily 5' and '8 Core Principles of Wellness'.
Volunteer ProgramsYes
Food DescriptionThe dining program features restaurant-style meals made with fresh, local ingredients, and menus are shaped by resident feedback.
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
62 deficiencies
6 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
3 Worse
Metrics worse than Oregon average:
• Total deficiencies (100% above)
• Deficiencies per year (100% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (134% above) 2 Better Metrics better than Oregon average:
• Licensing violations (17% below)
• Total inspections (14% below)
• Total deficiencies (100% above)
• Deficiencies per year (100% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (134% above) 2 Better Metrics better than Oregon average:
• Licensing violations (17% below)
• Total inspections (14% below)
Latest Inspection
June 11, 2025
26 deficiencies
Deficiencies
| This Facility | OR Average | vs. OR Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 62 | 31 | This facility has 100% more total deficiencies than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (62 vs. OR avg 31).↑ 100% worse |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2021.
| 12.4 | 6.2 | This facility has 100% more deficiencies per year than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (12.4 vs. OR avg 6.2).↑ 100% worse |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 10.3 | 4.4 | This facility has 134% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (10.3 vs. OR avg 4.4).↑ 134% worse |
|
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.
| 6 | 7 | This facility has 14% fewer total inspections than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (6 vs. OR avg 7).↓ 14% better |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The most recent inspection on June 11, 2025, identified multiple deficiencies across areas including facility administration, quality improvement, resident evaluations, medication administration, and fire and life safety. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of issues with kitchen cleanliness, food sanitation, service plan implementation, staffing, and medication oversight, with some deficiencies recurring over time. Inspectors cited administrative oversight, reporting and investigating abuse, and safety practices as main themes in the deficiencies. Complaint investigations were not listed in the available reports, and no fines or enforcement actions were noted. The inspection history indicates ongoing challenges with administrative and care processes, with no clear trend of improvement.
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2.0 miles from city center
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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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 (Sunnyside) | 35 | No | 93 | - | 18
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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?
The legal owner and operator of Hawthorne Gardens is Ssa Oregon, LLC.
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.
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?
No, Hawthorne Gardens has a no-pet policy.
What is the best email address for Hawthorne Gardens?
The team at Hawthorne Gardens can be reached at [email protected].
Who is the administrator of Hawthorne Gardens?
Cody Carr is the administrator of Hawthorne Gardens.
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