So how do they help? Do they fetch memories of yesteryear, when the senior they are visiting had a dog of their own? Maybe. But probably not. What they do is help the patient relax. People who experience pet therapy often get their stress levels reduced, along with their blood pressure. In general, they just feel better.

So what does this mean for you? It means you can take advantage. Do you care for your loved one at home? Maybe you should think about getting them a dog. A friendly one, like a well trained golden retriever. Or if you have your senior in an Oregon assisted living facility, consider having pet therapy visits by bringing a pet to them.

I know, I know… it doesn’t have to be a dog. It could be a cat. Or a hamster, or a parrot for that matter. But I’ve got my money on Fido.

In order to know what type of care you’re looking for, you need to understand your terms. Here are some helpful definitions to some of the most common terms out there to get you one step further down the road.

Assisted Living

Adult Day Care

ADL’s

Respite Care

Home Care

Care Homes

Independent Living

Memory Care

Continuing Care

For Oregon Residents

Click on the name of the Home Health Care service provider for more information.

Name of Facility	Address	Phone #
Healthcare at Foster Creek	6003 SE 136th Ave	(503) 761-1155
Holladay Park Plaza	1300 NE 16th Ave	(503) 280-2216
St. Anthony Village	3560 SE 79th Ave	(503) 775-4415
Addus Healthcare	1827 NE 44th Av	(503) 252-0724
Adventist Health Home Health	5835 NE 122nd Ave # 155	(503) 251-6301
Amedisys Home Health Care	16195 SW 72ND Ave	(503) 619-1020
Kaiser Permanente Home Health	2850 NW Nicolai St	(503) 778-2400
Providence Home Health	6410 NE Halsey St # 200	(503) 215-4646
Tabor Crest Residential Care	7430 SE Division St	(503) 771-8058

There are a plethora of fine Elder Care facilities in Portland and many of those specialize in Memory Care. Their services range from Home Care to Respite Care to Adult Day Care to long-term Assisted Living. While many of them treat other ailments and situations as well, these facilities specialize in caring for patients with Alzheimer’s or other forms of Dementia.

Below is a directory of Memory Care facilities in the Eugene, Oregon area.

There are a plethora of fine Elder Care facilities in the Eugene, Oregon area, and many of those specialize in Memory Care. Their services range from Home Care to Respite Care to Adult Day Care to long-term Assisted Living. While many of them treat other ailments and situations as well, these facilities specialize in caring for patients with Alzheimer’s or other forms of Dementia.

Below is a list of Respite Care services in the Eugene, OR area. They range from At-Home Care services to Adult Day-care facilities. Check out our map to find a Respite Care service near you.

Name of Facility	Address	Phone #
Addus HealthCare	1142 Willagillespie Rd	541-342-5567
Alpine Court Memory Care & Cottages	3720 N Clarey St	541-689-3900
Applegate Care Center	709 W Broadway	541-343-3445
Avamere Riverpark of Eugene	425 Alexander Loop	541-345-6199
Churchill Clubhouse Estates	1919 Bailey Hill Rd	541-485-8320
Farmington Square	2730 Baily Ln	541-344-7902
Fox Hollow Residential Care Community	5320 Fox Hollow Rd	541-343-8439
Gateway Gardens	178 Commons Dr	541-302-1283
Good Neighbor Care	78 Centennial Loop	541-747-3373
Green Valley Rehabilitation Health Center	1735 Adkins St	541-344-8435
Kingswood Court at Sheldon Park	2440 Willakenzie Rd	541-344-1078
Mountain View Senior Living Solutions	PO Box 7364	541-741-0449
New Horizons In-Home Care	1345 Olive St	541-687-8851
Sawyer House ALC	1155 Darlene Ln	541-338-8780
Southtowne Living Center	389 W 29th Ave	541-683-3618
Sweetbriar Villa	6135 East St	541-726-5026
Thurston Living Center	6452 A St.	541-746-0980

It’s difficult for many people to understand the strain of taking care of an elderly loved one twenty-four hours a day. This responsibility can weigh heavily on people. They feel like they can never catch up to their other workload, and never have any time for themselves. Sadly, many of them burn out before too long.

Respite Care is a service that is offered to full-time caregivers who need a little time off, whether that means regularly or occasionally. Respite Care workers can be in-home nurses or workers at a facility such as an Adult Day Care or Assisted Living community.

Many family caregivers would rather their loved one be cared for at home where he or she feels safer and more comfortable. But many elder care facilities are well-equipped to handle day guests. For many seniors, it’s a better option anyway, because it allows them to get out of the house and enjoy a different environment.

Some Respite Care centers will offer care for multiple days as well. This is especially convenient for families who want to go on vacation, but cannot bring their loved one along.

Happily, Respite Care is generally less expensive than most other elder care services. So if you need a break from Caregiving, check out your local elder care resources for Respite Care. It’s worth it!

For Oregon residents, click here to find Respite Care facilities.