Your Life, Enhanced in The Stafford

Every moment matters at The Stafford. Discover an independent senior living lifestyle focused on vibrant, upscale activities, fine dining and in-house bar service, and luxury amenities to make you feel pampered while living life a little easier. When needed, transition to our assisted living apartments, with the care and assistance you deserve.

We’re here to help you savor the best moments in life. Experience your life enhanced at The Stafford.

Living Options

Independent Living

The Stafford Retirement Community, located near Portland in gorgeous Lake Oswego, Oregon offers boutique-style senior independent living. Designed as a destination resort, it offers a full complement of services at a level that will satisfy the most discerning of patrons. Concierge services, a robust wellness program, a full-service day spa, private drivers, and our Northwest fresh “farm-to-fork” cuisine will relax and inspire you.

We’re all about enjoying retirement. In fact, we have found that after moving in and getting settled, many of our residents say they wish they had moved in sooner. That’s because independent living the Avamere way is all about you.

Enjoy your hobbies, discover a new passion, make friends, and become part of our Avamere family in an active, vibrant independent living community. Let us handle the small, everyday details like housekeeping and maintenance while you make the most of every moment.

When it comes to senior independent living, Oregon families know their loved ones will enjoy life at the Stafford Retirement Community. Located near a par-three golf course, several churches, walking paths, and an off-leash dog park, we strive to offer you a comfortable and stress-free senior living environment.

Assisted Living

Maintain your independence with the comfort of knowing help is there in our assisted living community. The Stafford Retirement Community is part of the Lake Oswego network of care, a group of related providers that offer numerous care programs, ranging from minimal care to full-time assisted living.

Assisted living the Avamere way at the Stafford is all about you. We take care of the small, everyday details so you can focus on what matters most in life. Let us handle the housekeeping, yard maintenance, and cooking while you enjoy an active, vibrant lifestyle.

Make the most of each day with a wonderful array of wellness programs along with services, activities, and amenities meant to make your life a little better. No matter how you spend each day, there’s a little something for everyone.

The Stafford Retirement Community is dedicated to providing beautiful living solutions for each individual resident, as well as only the best of programming and supportive staff. Decide now that you’re ready to make life just a little easier.

Decide now to live your life enhanced.

Guest Room Stays

The Stafford offers Guest Suites as a convenient way to visit your family and friends. Please contact our concierge to reserve your stay.

You will need to provide the first and last name of the resident you are visiting, your contact details and payment for the first night’s stay. The Guest Suite is subject to availability.

Services & Amenities

Dining at The Stafford

Dining is exceptional at The Stafford! Our senior living community offers restaurant-style dining at The Mélange and Overlook Pub and Bistro, both open to the public. Our regularly updated menu features resident favorites and seasonal dishes. There’s something on the menu for every palette.

Free Membership to Lake Oswego Rec Center & Golf Course

Stafford residents receive FREE membership at the Lake Oswego Recreation and Aquatics Center and Lake Oswego Public Golf Course! Your FREE membership includes:

• Swimming pools (ADA accessible)
• Fitness classes
• Spa
• Gym
• Golf

Salon and Spa

Enjoy the luxury of salon and spa services without leaving home! From haircuts and nail care to relaxing massages, indulge in self-care — all just steps away.

On-site Therapy

The Stafford is proud to offer on-site therapy with our partner Aegis Therapies. Our senior residents can access therapy services from the convenience of our gym.

Aegis Therapies is a leading provider of physical, occupational, and speech therapy, as well as wellness services, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life of seniors nationwide. Their tailored therapeutic interventions and wellness programs focus on promoting mobility, independence, and overall well-being in any setting.

Aegis therapists understand that everyone has unique healthcare needs. They create personalized plans to work towards your personal goals. Aegis Therapies also provides specialized in-services and assessments for residents, including the popular falls assessment.

Additional Amenities

• Vibrant activities program
• Gym and wellness program
• Transportation services
• Parking garage and covered parking