Westmoreland's Union Manor sits on seven and one-half acres in the Westmoreland neighborhood of Portland, Oregon, surrounded by a park-like setting with a creek, a resident garden, and an orchard, where you can stroll along the outdoors or sit on benches with neighbors while watching birds or listening to the water. The community has 300 studio and one-bedroom apartments, each with a full kitchen, air-conditioning, and, in many cases, a private balcony overlooking the lush grounds or vibrant city scenes. Residents aged 62 and older live here, and qualifying tenants can access federal rent subsidies, which helps keep things more affordable. There are no costly buy-in fees, and the monthly rent covers heat, lights, water, garbage service, and air-conditioning, so folks don't need to worry about hidden costs piling up.
The Manor is built for accessibility and comfort, supporting those who walk easily as well as those who need help, with some apartments specially designed for seniors with physical challenges. Whether you want to get out in the garden to grow vegetables, play a game of bridge, join an oil painting class, read in a quiet library, or walk to a convenience store or branch bank that's right on the grounds, there are plenty of things to do without going far. The spacious community room opens onto a patio and garden, giving folks a place to gather for dance classes, reading groups, or just a chat. A Resident Services Coordinator helps arrange community-based services, and you'll find laundry, a beauty and barber shop, a hobby workshop, and even a multi-purpose room with a dance floor, all inside the community.
Westmoreland's Union Manor is a non-smoking community since January 2013, though there are designated areas outside for anyone who smokes, and it's easy to get there by public transit or car, with plenty of nearby bus routes. This place offers both independent and assisted living, along with memory care, nursing home, and home care services. There's respite care for short stays or when caregivers need a break, and the 55+ community features let folks find the level of support that fits best. There's always something on the calendar, from classes and planned trips to regular social gatherings, all while the grounds provide a peaceful escape right in the city.
You won't find luxury hype here-just practical comfort, an engaged community, friendly staff, and a focus on helping older adults enjoy life in a safe, accessible setting. Westmoreland's Union Manor is owned as part of a group of senior living communities in the Portland area, and it offers stability, support, and a bit of green space, which can mean a lot as the years move by.
