Touchmark in the West Hills
Assisted Living, Home Care, Independent Living & Memory Care · Portland, OR
Touchmark in the West Hills
Assisted Living, Home Care, Independent Living & Memory Care · Portland, OR
Overview of Touchmark in the West Hills
Touchmark in the West Hills is a senior living campus located at 840 SW Touchmark Way in the Cedar Mill neighborhood of Portland, Oregon. Managed by administrator Geris Appelo, the multi-story community has been in operation for eight years, providing independent living, assisted living, home care, and memory support services.
The campus offers 155 residences across studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and three-bedroom layouts, with floor plans ranging from 337 to over 3,000 square feet. Apartments feature full kitchens, climate control, walk-in closets, and in-unit laundry. Campus spaces include the Sky Lodge hub, which incorporates an art studio, a woodworking shop, a library, multiple restaurants, and a bar.
The non-smoking property is pet-friendly and provides scheduled local transportation, weekly housekeeping, and salon services. The surrounding area is car-dependent with a walk score of 40, meaning daily errands require a short drive.
Interested individuals can contact the SW Touchmark Way administrative office directly to confirm current apartment availability, verify entry requirements, or arrange a personal tour.
155-bed community Rank #7 / 351Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 7th out of 351 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Oregon that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
8 years in operation Rank #300 / 375Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 300th out of 375 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Oregon that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score: 40 / 100 Rank #338 / 475Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 338th out of 475 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Oregon that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
Facility TypeResidential Care Facility
StatusActive
IssuanceJuly 3, 2018
CountyWashington
Touchmark in the West Hills is legally operated by Touchmark In The West Hills, LLC, and administered by Geris Appelo.
Total
155 units
Total beds
155 units
Smoking not allowed
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 2022 · 4 years of data
46 deficiencies
5 inspections
Inspection Scorecard
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 2022 vs. Oregon state average
Overall vs. OR average
2 Worse
Metrics worse than Oregon average:
• Total deficiencies (48% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (109% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
• Total deficiencies (48% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (109% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | OR Average | vs. OR Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 46 | 31 | This facility has 48% more total deficiencies than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (46 vs. OR avg 31).↑ 48% worse |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 9.2 | 4.4 | This facility has 109% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (9.2 vs. OR avg 4.4).↑ 109% worse |
Inspections
| This Facility | OR Average | vs. OR Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility.
| 5 | 7 | This facility has had 29% fewer total inspections than the Oregon average (5 vs. OR avg 7). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 29% fewer |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- February 13, 2025 inspection found 7 deficiencies in service plans, infection control, medication self-administration, staffing tool accuracy, and administration compliance, none corrected at the May 8 revisit.
- October 22, 2024 inspection cited 2 deficiencies in kitchen sanitation and administration compliance, both uncorrected at the December 30 revisit.
- May 9, 2022 re-licensure inspection identified 30 deficiencies across administration, resident rights, medication, staffing, fire safety, and building maintenance, with many remaining uncorrected at revisits.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 337 / 473 / 567-997 / 1049-2648 / 3343 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
Building Type: Mid-rise
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Touchmark in the West Hills
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3.9 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Portland's city center to Touchmark in the West Hills's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Compare Assisted Living around Multnomah County
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.
| Touchmark in the West Hills | AL HC IL MC | Portland (Cedar Mill) | 155
Facility
155
OR AVG
67
Rank
#7 / 351 | Yes |
40
Facility
40
OR AVG
55
Rank
#338 / 475 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed | 8
Facility
8
OR AVG
21
Rank
#300 / 375 | - | 5 | 46
Facility
46
OR AVG
31
Rank
#228 / 284 | 9.2
Facility
9.2
OR AVG
4.4
Rank
#262 / 284 | Touchmark In The West Hills, LLC | Geris Appelo |
| Sellwood Senior Living | AL IL MC RC | Portland (Southeast Portland) | 100
Facility
100
OR AVG
67
Rank
#49 / 351 | Yes |
87
Facility
87
OR AVG
55
Rank
#47 / 475 | - | 21
Facility
21
OR AVG
21
Rank
#208 / 375 | A+ | 4 | 22
Facility
22
OR AVG
31
Rank
#118 / 284 | 5.5
Facility
5.5
OR AVG
4.4
Rank
#167 / 284 | Sellwood Senior Living, LLC | Kerry Riley |
| Mary’s Woods | AL IL MC RESC | Lake Oswego | - | Yes |
27
Facility
27
OR AVG
55
Rank
#395 / 475 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed | 30
Facility
30
OR AVG
21
Rank
#79 / 375 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| No Worries Care | AL HC HOS MC PC RC | Tigard (Metzger) | - | No |
68
Facility
68
OR AVG
55
Rank
#172 / 475 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Oregon
Touchmark in the West Hills is located in Portland, Oregon.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Touchmark in the West Hills
What neighborhood is Touchmark in the West Hills in?
Touchmark in the West Hills is in the Cedar Mill neighborhood of Portland.
Is Touchmark in the West Hills in a walkable area?
Touchmark in the West Hills has a walk score of 40. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
How long has Touchmark in the West Hills been in business?
Touchmark in the West Hills has been operating for approximately 8 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Touchmark in the West Hills?
Yes, Touchmark in the West Hills allows residents to bring their pets.
What is the best email address for Touchmark in the West Hills?
The team at Touchmark in the West Hills can be reached at geris.appelo@touchmark.com.
Who is the administrator of Touchmark in the West Hills?
Geris Appelo is the administrator of Touchmark in the West Hills.
How many beds does Touchmark in the West Hills have?
Touchmark in the West Hills has 155 beds.
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