Brookdale Wilsonville

A retiree ready to give up yard work and home repairs, but not full independence, often looks for a community that offers both. Brookdale Wilsonville, 8170 Vlahos Dr in Wilsonville, Oregon, offers independent living and assisted living, operated by Brookdale Senior Living. Independent living suits residents who manage their own day and want fewer chores, while assisted living adds support with daily routines for residents who need more help.

Apartments are pet-friendly, offering residents privacy along with a sense of comfort. Residents are encouraged to explore new interests or return to hobbies they have set aside, alongside a calendar of social events. Programming follows Brookdale's Optimum Life approach, which is built around what each resident enjoys rather than one fixed schedule for the whole building.

Through Personal Solutions, residents or families can order everyday items such as toothpaste and soap for delivery, billed to the monthly account instead of requiring a trip to the store. Residents enrolled in Brookdale HealthPlus also have access to an RN Care Manager who helps coordinate care plans and follow-up appointments. Compare this option with other senior living communities in Wilsonville.

Because both independent and assisted living are offered here, a good question on a tour is how the move from one level to the other works, and whether it changes which apartment a resident lives in. Asking how the transition affects the monthly rate is also worth doing early in the process.