Somerset Lodge Gracious Retirement Living in Gladstone, Oregon, offers independent living for seniors who want to stay active while letting go of chores like housekeeping, cooking, and driving. The community has apartments in more than 20 different layouts, with studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom options, plus roomy cottages for those who want extra space, and these apartments have private thermostats, basic cable TV, large bathrooms, emergency pull cords, and fire protection systems included, which is good for peace of mind. The buildings are three stories tall and the whole place feels bright and welcoming, and you'll often see people gathering in the library, the craft room, the salon, the TV lounge, or out in one of the scenic outdoor areas nearby, since the property's surrounded by parks and rivers that offer a nice change of scenery for walks or just some fresh air.
Residents get three meals a day, cooked from scratch by an Executive Chef and team, and can grab snacks and drinks from an all-day bar whenever they want. Housekeeping, linen service, home maintenance, and community-wide transportation all come with the monthly rent, and that also covers utilities like electricity, water, gas, and sewer. The schedule's always full, with exercise classes, creative arts, book clubs, cooking demonstrations, garden groups, planned outings, travel opportunities, and a wide variety of events, all put together by an activity director who tries to match what people actually enjoy doing. The focus stays pretty strongly on social connections and daily living rather than tasks or chores, which makes it easier for residents to relax, learn new things, and meet other people.
A live-in management team is on-site 24/7 for any issues, questions, or if help is needed in an emergency, and every apartment has an emergency pull cord that connects straight to management, so folks don't have to worry so much about what happens if something goes wrong during the night. There's also a partnership with Best Buy Health™ that supplies the Lively Mobile2 medical alert device for extra safety if someone wants it. Families who want more support can hire third-party caregivers for things like medication reminders, and residents only pay for those extra services if they use them. The community has resources and guidance for long-term care, family caregiving, and insurance, and offers options for different care needs, aiming to make life a bit easier for seniors and their families.
People living here often say the environment feels caring and community-driven, and activities let everyone enjoy hobbies, learn new skills, or just sit with a puzzle or a cup of coffee and chat. The place gets high marks in reviews, with a customer rating of 4.9 out of 5 from 15 people, and residents appreciate that the all-inclusive monthly rent lets them enjoy their time, stay safe, and focus on what they want to do.
