Solista Gresham by Cogir sits in a three-story building with views of the Cascade Mountains and offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments that each have private bathrooms, kitchenettes, closet space, and climate controls, and there's cable or satellite TV and WiFi both in units and in the common areas, with safety features like emergency call systems installed for peace of mind. The community welcomes pets and has spaces for them, and you'll find friendly folks, both residents and staff, around the library with a good variety of books, the game room with billiards, or in other gathering areas like the TV lounge, art studio, movie theater, or out on the sunny patio with its flowerbeds, firepit, and garden beds. There's a peaceful landscaped exterior, with walking paths, a greenhouse, courtyards, raised beds, and a circular driveway lined with benches and trees that offer shade when the weather's nice. People join all kinds of activities here, like Bingo, Forever Fit fitness classes, Melody & Masterpiece art and music programs, themed parties, Bible study, coffee hours, group outings, Pawsitive Health pet wellness sessions, Memories in Motion where stories are shared, and Virtual Voyages that let folks explore new places from inside the community.
Meals come three times a day, prepared by chefs and served in a bright, cozy dining room or a bistro setting, and there are tea parties, appetizer socials, and snacks available, along with options for restricted or special diets. Housekeeping, linen service, and maintenance are handled by staff, so residents don't have to worry about daily chores. Support services cover a wide range, from help with medication, bathing, and getting dressed in assisted living, to full memory care for folks living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and there are skilled nursing and home care options, as well as adult day care and rehabilitation programs with trusted third-party providers or caregivers. The building includes elevators, laundry rooms, locked mailboxes, covered and guest parking, and you'll find barrier-free, handicap-accessible units with things like safety rails and walk-in tubs for comfort and accessibility. Transportation is available for shopping at places like Walmart, Fred Meyer, or Safeway, for appointments, or to area parks, the light rail, or even the Portland airport, and group outings cover local attractions like Gresham Japanese Garden and Mt. Hood Theatre.
The apartment suites were recently renovated, offering lots of natural light, and there's always a balance of hobbies, wellness activities, educational classes, outings, and social events to keep the days full and pleasant. Residents can take part in chair fitness, group exercise, music, arts and crafts, balance classes, and organized hobbies in several types of common rooms or out in the gardens. The staff conducts wellness and safety checks, and everyone gets access to the Live Mobile Plus device for 24/7 emergency or non-emergency help. The community is known for a warm, welcoming atmosphere with flexible visitation, and there's a travel program that allows residents to visit other Holiday Retirement communities across the country. People here say it feels like home, with friendly faces, comfortable shared and private spaces, and support that respects each resident's need for independence and connection.
