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Memory care in Sandy, OR

1 memory care community with a state Alzheimer or dementia care license, certificate or special care unit.

Memory care community
1
in Sandy
Licensed capacity
24
across all 1
Adults 65+
1,664
Census estimate for Sandy
Within 25 miles
456
of the center of Sandy
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Source: Oregon ODHS, APD licensed long-term care facilities (ALF, RCF, AFH, NF), as of Oct 17, 2026. Distance is measured from the center of Sandy (U.S. Census Bureau).

Nearby

Memory care communities near Sandy

Counting neighboring towns, there are 456 memory care communities within 25 miles of the center of Sandy, 455 more than in Sandy itself. Distances are straight-line miles.

Closest outside Sandy

See all 456 within 25 miles

Nearby cities

Within 25 miles, closest first

Local overview

Memory care in Sandy at a glance

There is one memory care community in Sandy, OR, according to Oregon ODHS records.1

Licensing and oversight

How memory care is regulated in Oregon

In Oregon, the Oregon Department of Human Services licenses assisted living and other residential care settings. Its public records are the source for the memory care listings on this page.1 Of the 1 memory care community listed in Sandy, 1 hold a state Alzheimer’s or dementia certification or license.1

Report a problem
Contact the Oregon Department of Human Services about a licensed community, or the Oregon long-term care ombudsman at (800) 522-26022.

Paying for care

Ways to pay for memory care in Oregon

Programs that can help, by name. Eligibility rules are set by each program, so confirm with the agency before you plan around one.

Medicaid
The Oregon Medicaid program can cover long-term care for people who qualify on income, assets and care needs. Which services it covers depends on the program, so ask the state Medicaid agency.3 Medicaid waivers pay for care services, not room and board.4 Oregon Medicaid agency
Medicare
Medicare does not pay for long-term custodial care or for room and board. It still covers medically necessary care, such as doctor visits, hospital care, home health, hospice and prescriptions.5
Veterans benefits
Wartime veterans and surviving spouses who need help with daily activities may qualify for the VA pension with Aid and Attendance.6 The Oregon Department of Veterans Affairs helps with claims (503-373-2085).7
Medicare counseling
Oregon’s State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) gives unbiased one-on-one help with Medicare and related coverage questions: 1-800-722-4134.8

Local resources

Local help for families in Sandy

Official agencies and nonprofit helplines, with phone numbers and links taken from their own directories.

  • Area Agency on Aging

    Aging services for Clackamas County9

    1-800-677-1116

    The Eldercare Locator connects you with the Area Agency on Aging that serves Clackamas County.

    Website

  • Long-term care ombudsman

    Oregon Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program2

    (800) 522-2602

    Free, independent advocate for residents of care facilities.

    Website

  • Report abuse or neglect

    Oregon Adult Protective Services

    (855-503-7233

    Adult Protective Services takes reports about adults at risk.

    Website

  • Medicare counseling (SHIP)

    Senior Health Insurance Benefits Assistance (SHIBA)8

    1-800-722-4134

    Website

  • Veterans benefits

    Oregon Department of Veterans Affairs7

    503-373-2085

    Website

  • Medicaid

    Oregon Medicaid agency3

    Website

  • Dementia support

    Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline10

    1-800-272-3900

    Find the chapter that serves Oregon.

    Website

Questions families ask

Frequently asked questions about memory care in Sandy

How many memory care communities are in Sandy, OR?

WeFoundCare lists 1 memory care community in Sandy, OR, from public licensing and certification records. Within 25 miles of the center of Sandy there are 456.

How many residents can memory care communities in Sandy serve?

1 of the 1 memory care communities report licensed capacity, for a combined 24 residents. The Census Bureau estimates 1,664 adults age 65 and older live in Sandy.

Do memory care communities in Sandy have a state dementia credential?

Every memory care listing on this page has a state record for dementia care: 1 hold a state Alzheimer’s or dementia certification or license.

Who licenses memory care in Oregon?

The Oregon Department of Human Services licenses memory care in Oregon. You can check a community’s license in the agency’s public records.

Who can help if there is a problem with care in Sandy?

The long-term care ombudsman is a free, independent advocate for residents. In Clackamas County, call (800) 522-2602. To report suspected abuse or neglect, call Oregon Adult Protective Services at (855-503-7233.

Are there memory care communities near Sandy?

Nearby cities with listings include Damascus (1, 8.7 mi), Gresham (3, 11.0 mi), Troutdale (1, 11.5 mi).

Guides

Guides for families choosing memory care

Other types of care

Other senior care in Sandy

Methodology

About this data

How the figures on this page are built. Each number links to its source below.

  • Listings come from Oregon ODHS (APD licensed long-term care facilities (ALF, RCF, AFH, NF)), Oct 17, 2026.1 A listing appears under the city on its license or certification address.
  • Adults 65+ is the Census Bureau’s 2020–2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimate for Sandy (Census place). Census boundaries can differ from the mailing-address city used for listings, so per-1,000 figures are a guide, not a precise rate.11
  • Licensed capacity is the figure on the public record; 1 of 1 memory care communities report it.
  • Distances are straight-line miles from the center of Sandy (U.S. Census Bureau place center). “Nearby” means within 25 miles and can include other states.
  • Agency contacts come from each program’s own directory and are checked when we rebuild the data. WeFoundCare does not rate or rank communities.

Sources and references

  1. Oregon Department of Human Services, Aging and People with Disabilities: APD licensed long-term care facilities (ALF, RCF, AFH, NF). services.arcgis.com/uUvqNMGPm7axC2dD/arcgis/rest/services/webFACILITY/FeatureServer/0 Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  2. National Long-Term Care Ombudsman Resource Center / National Consumer Voice for Quality Long-Term Care: Find your Long-Term Care Ombudsman. theconsumervoice.org/get-help Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  3. National Association of Medicaid Directors: Medicaid Directors. medicaiddirectors.org/about/medicaid-directors Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  4. 42 CFR §441.310 via LII: Limits on FFP (room and board excluded from HCBS waiver). law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/42/441.310 Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  5. CMS / Medicare.gov: Long-term care coverage. medicare.gov/coverage/long-term-care Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  6. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: Aid and Attendance benefits and Housebound allowance. va.gov/pension/aid-attendance-housebound Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  7. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: State Veterans Affairs Offices. discover.va.gov/external-resources Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  8. SHIP National Technical Assistance Center (funded by the U.S. Administration for Community Living): Find your local SHIP. shiphelp.org/ships Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  9. U.S. Administration for Community Living: Eldercare Locator. eldercare.acl.gov Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  10. Alzheimer’s Association: 24/7 Helpline. alz.org/help-support/resources/helpline Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  11. U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates, table B01001. data.census.gov/table/ACSDT5Y2024.B01001 Accessed Oct 18, 2026.