Signs That It’s Time to Consider Assisted Living for a Loved One

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Recognizing the Right Time for Assisted Living at Markham House Making the decision to transition a loved one into assisted living can be challenging. However, recognizing the signs that additional support is needed can ensure they receive the best possible care in a safe and engaging environment. At Markham House Assisted Living, we provide compassionate, […]

How Assisted Living at Markham House Enhances Quality of Life for Seniors

Four seniors seated outdoors around a wooden table at Markham House, enjoying coffee, pastries, and vibrant flowers. They are engaged in lively conversation and smiling, embodying the warm community spirit of assisted living.

A Supportive and Engaging Senior Community in Portland, Oregon As seniors age, their needs evolve, and finding a community that provides the right balance of independence and support is crucial. At Markham House Assisted Living, we prioritize enhancing the quality of life for our residents by offering a welcoming and nurturing environment where they can […]

How Often Should You Visit A Parent In Assisted Living?

Two women, one younger and one older, smiling and looking at a tablet together during an assisted living visitation.

Assisted living can be a wonderful way to get a parent the support they need. In these communities, your parent can get support from a trained and caring team of professional caregivers. But it’s important to visit as well—the social benefits of regularly visiting a parent in assisted living can’t be overstated. So how often […]

How to Talk to Parents About Assisted Living? | Portland

A woman is talking to an elderly woman in a wheelchair at an assisted living facility.

How to Talk to Parents About Assisted Living? As the roles of caregiver and care receiver shift, there comes a crucial moment in many adult children’s lives when they must broach the subject of assisted living with their aging parents. This monumental discussion is layered with the need for sensitivity, the importance of factual clarity, […]