Avamere at Bethany
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Celebrate and explore our NEWLY REMODELED senior living community in Beaverton, Oregon! Avamere at Bethany will host an open house April 17, 2024 from 4-6 p.m. Enjoy light refreshments, listen to live cello music by Jerry Bobbe, and get a cartoon drawing of yourself...

As Valentine's Day approaches, we often find ourselves surrounded by tales of enduring love. Few stories, however, match the remarkable journey of Jack and Melba, a couple celebrating an incredible 66 years of marriage, soon to be 67 in June 2024. Their love story is...

As Valentine's Day approaches, we are reminded that love stories come in many forms, each unique and beautiful in its own way. Today, we celebrate the extraordinary journey of Terry and Carol, whose love story has spanned decades and continues to shine brightly at...

Beaverton, Oregon is a vibrant city that offers a variety of activities for people of all ages. For seniors looking to stay active, engaged, and entertained, Beaverton provides an array of options. Whether you're interested in outdoor adventures, cultural experiences,...

International Day of Persons with Disabilities Amy Stirling has dedicated twelve years of service to Avamere at Bethany, serving as a Life Enrichment Assistant and Server. Her preferred tasks involve calling bingo, maintaining cleanliness, and organizing the snack...

Say cheese! Avamere at Bethany, a senior living community in the Portland, Oregon area, hosted a Glamma Shots event for Mother’s Day. Residents got dolled up at a makeup station by Cristal Ruvalcaba, Director of Sales and Outreach, then dressed up with some fun props...

Senior living offers an enriching and rewarding lifestyle for people of all ages. A typical day in senior living is filled with activities, social events, exercise classes and much more. There are opportunities to make new friends and reconnect with old ones, as well...

Our employees stepped into the world of dementia and Alzheimer’s. On December 8, 2022, our senior living community in Portland, Oregon hosted Dementia Live training for employees and neighboring Arete Living-managed senior living communities. Dementia Live by AGEucate...

Representative Lisa Reynolds visited Avamere at Bethany, a senior living community in the Portland, Oregon area on Thursday, November 17, 2022. Representative Reynolds represents House District 36 in the Oregon State Legislature, covering downtown Portland, Old Town,...

If you or a loved one are considering a senior living community, it's important to do your research to find the best fit. With so many different types of communities and care levels available, it can be overwhelming to know where to start. To help you get started,...

Livia’s Parent Corner highlights the kids of Arete Living employees and residents. This section is named after Livia Thompson, Senior Life Enrichment Director with Avamere at Bethany, who initiated this idea.By Serena Vande, Dietary Department, Avamere at HillsboroI...

November is Native American Heritage Month. This is a time to celebrate the culture, rich heritage, and contributions of the Indigenous people and communities of the United States.Our Communities on Native Land The Kalapuya tribe are the original inhabitants where...

PORTLAND, Ore. – The Oregon Health Care Association (OHCA) awarded Livia Thompson, Senior Life Enrichment Director with Avamere at Bethany, with the Special Service Award. “Over the last 5 years, Livia has been instrumental in the development of OHCA educational...

Sarah Silva, President of Arete Living Arete Living is a senior living management organization proudly managing Avamere Communities. Happy National Assisted Living Week! This year’s theme is Joyful Moments. I love this focus, as it perfectly encapsulates the heart of...