Aveena Memory Care

    21910 SE Borges Rd, Damascus, OR 97089
    • Assisted Living
    • Memory Care

    Compassionate, attentive, responsive memory care

    I placed my mom here on short notice and have been very pleased - compassionate, attentive staff and a responsive administrator made the move smooth. The small, clean, family-like memory care setting feels safe and welcoming, with tasty homemade meals, meaningful activities, and regular personal updates. I feel comfortable recommending this well-run, caring community.

    Loved one of resident
    Jul 2026

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Coordination with health care providers
    • Hospice waiver
    • Medication management
    • Mental wellness program

    Healthcare staffing

    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Memory care community services

    • Dementia waiver
    • Mild cognitive impairment
    • Specialized memory care programming

    Transportation

    • Transportation arrangement (medical)
    • Transportation to doctors appointments

    Community services

    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    Reviews

    4.57·(21)

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      5.0
    • Staff

      5.0
    • Meals

      4.8
    • Amenities

      5.0
    • Value

      5.0

    Pros

    • Caring, compassionate and attentive staff
    • Competent clinical care and attention to medical concerns
    • Low staff turnover and consistent caregivers
    • Family-like, homey atmosphere
    • Experienced/hospice-informed ownership
    • On-site scratch-made / home-cooked meals
    • Meals described as tasty and easy to eat
    • Active, engaging staff-led activities (music, gardening)
    • Small size fosters personal connections
    • Clean and safe facility
    • Frequent staff updates and strong communication with families
    • Residents’ personalities are celebrated and respected
    • Opportunities for socialization and new friendships
    • Large backyard / relaxing outdoor space
    • Convenient, peaceful/rural location
    • Quick admissions / ability to place residents on short notice
    • Welcoming, supportive intake experience
    • Highly praised management and office staff

    Cons

    • Higher cost compared with alternatives
    • Small resident population and limited capacity (waiting list possible)
    • Small size may limit diversity of social interactions for some

    Summary of reviews

    Overall sentiment: Reviews of Aveena Memory Care are overwhelmingly positive. Reviewers consistently emphasize exceptional, compassionate caregiving and a warm, home-like environment. Many reviewers expressed deep gratitude and strong recommendations, repeatedly describing staff and leadership as caring, attentive, and professionally competent. The prevailing impression is that Aveena provides high-quality memory care with a personalized touch.

    Care quality and staff: The most frequently mentioned strength is the staff. Reviews highlight caring, compassionate, and engaged caregivers who provide attentive medical support, keep families updated, and develop personal connections with residents. Low staff turnover and consistent caregivers are noted, which supports continuity of care and trust. Several reviewers specifically credited experienced ownership with hospice knowledge, which appears to raise confidence in medical decision-making and end-of-life comfort. The office manager and administrative staff also receive singled-out praise for being kind, understanding, and highly capable.

    Facility, safety, and atmosphere: Aveena is portrayed as a safe, clean, and small-scale community that ‘‘feels like home.’’ The small size is repeatedly described as a benefit by reviewers—allowing staff to know residents personally, celebrate individual personalities, and create a family-like environment. Outdoor amenities such as a large backyard and gardening opportunities contribute to a relaxing, peaceful atmosphere. Multiple reviewers described the location as rural and peaceful yet convenient.

    Dining and activities: Dining is another clear strength. Reviews mention on-site, scratch-made/home-cooked meals that are tasty and easy for residents to eat, with many remarks that residents are well-fed and enjoy the food. Activities are present and appreciated — music, gardening, and social events are cited, with staff actively engaging residents. Reviewers noted social benefits such as new friendships and individualized attention during activities that honor residents’ interests and personalities.

    Management, admissions, and communication: Management and administrative responsiveness are consistently praised. Families report clean, supportive admissions experiences, including the ability to accept short-notice placements when needed and relatively quick admissions from a waiting list. Communication is described as regular and personal — staff provide updates and form close relationships with families, which many reviewers found reassuring.

    Notable patterns and concerns: The primary negative theme across the reviews is cost: several reviewers say Aveena is more expensive than alternatives, though they qualify that it is ‘‘worth it’’ given the level of care. The facility’s small size and limited capacity appear both as strengths (personalized care) and potential drawbacks: a few reviews imply restricted availability and a waiting list, and the small resident population could limit social variety for some prospective families. There are no recurring complaints about cleanliness, staff responsiveness, safety, or care quality in the provided summaries.

    Conclusion: Based on the reviews provided, Aveena Memory Care stands out for its compassionate, competent staff; family-like atmosphere; strong communication; tasty home-cooked meals; and meaningful activities in a small, safe, and peaceful setting. It appears particularly well-suited for families seeking highly personalized memory care and continuity of caregivers. Prospective residents and families should note the higher cost and limited capacity — trade-offs reviewers generally felt were justified by the quality of care and the supportive environment.

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    Location

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    Aveena Memory Care is located at 21910 SE Borges Rd, Damascus, OR, 97089.

    About Aveena Memory Care

    Aveena Memory Care is a family-owned and operated memory care community dedicated to providing the highest quality of compassionate care for individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. With a philosophy centered on dignity, respect, and individualized support, Aveena Memory Care strives to make every resident feel at home in a comfortable, serene, and safe environment. The community’s size—limited to a maximum of 15 residents—ensures a warm and intimate setting, allowing those in their care to receive highly personalized attention tailored to their unique needs and journey with dementia.

    At the heart of Aveena Memory Care is a strong commitment to enhancing the quality of life for each resident at every stage of memory loss. The small resident capacity allows the dedicated care team to develop close relationships with both residents and their families, fostering trust and providing reassurance throughout the care process. By carefully customizing memory care programs, Aveena Memory Care is able to address the distinct requirements of each individual, whether they are in the early stages of memory decline or require more comprehensive assistance.

    A full-time registered nurse is on staff, ensuring that professional health services are seamlessly integrated into daily life. The community’s approach emphasizes safety, empathy, and the maintenance of a calm, comforting atmosphere. Compassionate care is the cornerstone of Aveena Memory Care, with a staff devoted to making sure that both residents and their loved ones are supported—emotionally, socially, and medically.

    With its focus on family values, Aveena Memory Care nurtures a sense of belonging and security. The serene, homelike setting is thoughtfully designed to provide both comfort and tranquility, helping to reduce anxiety and promote well-being. Residents enjoy a stable, welcoming place to call home, where their dignity is honored, their individuality is celebrated, and their needs are met with genuine compassion.

    People often ask...

    Aveena Memory Care offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $5,500 per month.

    Aveena Memory Care offers assisted living and memory care.

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    The full address for this community is 21910 SE Borges Rd, Damascus, OR 97089.

    No, Aveena Memory Care does not offer respite care. Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.

    Safety & Compliance

    In Oregon, the Department of Human Services' Aging & People with Disabilities program licenses assisted living and residential care facilities, conducting inspections, complaint investigations, and renewals.

    License number50R470
    StatusActive
    Facility typeResidential Care Facility
    Capacity15 residents
    LicenseeDamascus Memory Care LLC
    EffectiveMarch 11th, 2019
    Special certificationMemory Care
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    Inspection Reports

    4

    Reports

    0

    Type A Citations

    0

    Type B Citations

    0

    Complaints

    7

    Years

    02 Apr 2024Licensure
    Determined substantial compliance with applicable meal service and food sanitation requirements.
    • DeficiencyComment
    08 Jan 2024Validation
    Determined substantial compliance with applicable rules.
    • DeficiencyComment
    05 Apr 2023Licensure
    Determined substantial compliance with applicable meal service and sanitation requirements.
    • DeficiencyComment
    05 Dec 2019Abuse: Neglect
    Investigated a neglect allegation and found failures to provide a safe environment and basic care, creating risk of harm to an adult.
    • AbuseFailed to provide safe environment

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