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Hillsboro is a vibrant suburb of Oregon’s largest metro, Portland. Situated in the heart of the Tualatin Valley, Hillsboro offers a combination of city life, rural character and abundant outdoor recreation opportunities. A typical day in Hillsboro might start with a visit to one of the community’s open-air farmers markets, followed by a round of golf at one of the area’s numerous golf courses and finished off with an after-dinner performance of the Hillsboro Symphony Orchestra. Hillsboro’s proximity to Portland International Airport makes it convenient to travel to see family and friends.
Seniors aged 65 and over comprise approximately 10.3% of Hillsboro’s total population of slightly less than 110,000 citizens. According to Genworth Financial’s 2020 Cost of Care Survey, assisted living facilities in Hillsboro average around $4,831 per month, although prices vary among facilities depending on services, amenities and location.
Note: Data for Hillsboro was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Portland, was used instead.
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With an average monthly cost of $4,831, assisted living is higher in Hillsboro than the Oregon average of $4,659 and the national average of $4,300. Prices rise slightly in California to $5,000 and increase even more in Washington to $5,750. Idaho residents pay a lower average price of $3,675, and Nevada residents pay even less at $3,595.
Assisted living costs vary substantially within Oregon. Residents in the Southern Oregon community of Grants Pass pay the least at $3,985, while their counterparts in neighboring Medford average $4,713. The highest costs are in the Eugene metro area at $5,430, with those on the other side of the Cascade Mountain Range in Bend coming in second at $5,090. Residents of assisted living facilities in the capital city of Salem pay an average of $4,398.
Those aged 65 and over who are eligible for Medicaid may be able to receive assistance with the costs of long-term care from the Oregon Health Plan, which is Oregon’s version of Medicaid. The Home and Community-Based Waiver helps low-income seniors pay for some assisted living services, such as assistance bathing, dressing and grooming. Please visit our Assisted Living in Oregon page for more information.
| Contact | Description | |
| Washington County Disability, Aging and Veterans Services | 1 (855) 673-2372 | As the Area Agency on Aging, Washington County Disability, Aging and Veterans Services provides referrals to resources designed to promote a good quality of life. It also provides direct services, including health and wellness screenings, balance and fall-prevention workshops, help making decisions concerning long-term care options and Medicare/Medicaid counseling. |
| Hillsboro Community Senior Center | (503) 615-1090 | Hillsboro residents aged 62 and over are eligible to participate in programs and activities at Hillsboro Community Senior Center. Activities include group outings, card and board games, arts and crafts, exercise sessions and various classes in arts, culture and science. The center also publishes a semimonthly newsletter with a calendar of activities and other relevant information. |
| Ride Connection | (503) 226-1720 | Those in the Portland metro area can access no-cost door-to-door transportation by contacting Ride Connection. Rides are provided Monday through Friday and need to be arranged in advance. Ride Connection also provides workshops on navigating local public transit systems and referrals to other community-based transportation options. |
| American Legion Post #6 | (503) 648-7191 | Current and former members with honorable discharges from the U.S. Armed Forces are eligible to join the American Legion. Members and their families can access opportunities to interact with other military families, emergency financial assistance if eligible and assistance applying for veterans benefits. |
| United Way of the Columbia-Willamette | (503) 228-9131 | Seniors seeking ways to engage with their community through volunteer efforts can put their valuable experience and skills to good use by contacting United Way of the Columbia-Willamette. Volunteer opportunities range from one-day projects to ongoing commitments with a variety of nonprofit and public agencies. Examples include helping out at local food banks, libraries, schools, parks and hospitals. |
Assisted living and other long-term facilities in Oregon must comply with all local, state and federal rules and regulations regarding their operations. The Oregon Department of Human Services oversees assisted living and long-term care facilities. Please see our Assisted Living in Oregon page for more information.