Dallas Retirement Village

We have been in DRV for nearly 2 months. We are becoming more and more certain we have made the Correct Decision. The Staff has really been helpful and friendly. There has been required work and repair to be made on the project as it is completed. This has been done with great concern for the Residents. Adding the 2nd Phase of Independent Living Apts, exercise areas, huge pool, Wellness areas, etc is no small task.

The Units are lovely with upgraded materials and supplies.

Food is always a concern as to "what" to expect considering how many they are serving. We have been pleasantly surprised: good and ample. Great desserts. But just like my cooking: sometimes miss the mark.

Another concern was available activities, speakers, classes, etc. We've been so busy haven't even touched on a fraction of what's possible to keep us "young" and involved.

Beautiful, well maintained, fantastic Staff, plus fellow residents have made this transition in lifestyle relatively stress-free,

Come join us! Take a Tour! Dallas City Park is a close walk away.

Gordon and Shari Kelly

Re: We have been in DRV for n ... Dallas Retirement Village replied on Monday, November 22nd 2021

Gordon & Shari, we are grateful to have you as a part of our "DRV family" - thank you so much for putting your faith and trust in us! We look forward to making many fun and enjoyable memories with you.

Attention to my inquiries before moving to Independent Living was excellent. Moving from maintenance of a private home to DRV has been a relief--maintenance requests are carefully fulfilled. All the departments, from Devotional, Finance, to Wellness and Food matters are very attentive to our concerns. Love it here!

Re: Attention to my inquiries ... Dallas Retirement Village replied on Friday, November 5th 2021

Jean, we are so grateful to have you here! Dallas Retirement Village looks forward to continually fulfilling your retirement dreams and expectations in your new "home-sweet-home".

My father Gordon Kunke was a resident at DRV for nearly three years. After recovering in Skilled Nursing from a fall suffered in his home, he moved into Assisted Living and ultimately spent the final two months of his life in the Memory Care unit. I can't overstate the appreciation I have for the continuum of services available at DRV, and for the kind and caring staff providing them. Dad was always treated with care and respect. I regularly observed staff going out of their way to be sure he had what he needed.

My family is grateful for the efforts of everyone at DRV who made the last years of Dad's life such a blessing.

Re: My father Gordon Kunke wa ... Dallas Retirement Village replied on Thursday, August 26th 2021

Steve, thank you for your kind words about our facility. We strive to provide quality care to all of our residents as it is our top priority, and we are so glad that your father got just that. It is such a blessing to offer all levels of care in one accessible location for our residents. We are all lucky to have had your father as part of our community, and are praying for you and your family.

We moved to DRV in early March of 2020, and shortly after we arrived the Covid 19 Pandemic changed everyone's lives. To complicate an already difficult move, I took a hard fall causing a lingering injury. I will always recall the many thoughtful "rays of sunshine" the DRV staff sent me with their cards and meaningful messages. They have been a wonderful and supportive team.

Re: We moved to DRV in early ... Dallas Retirement Village replied on Wednesday, May 5th 2021

You are our ray of sunshine Lori! Thank you.

I know many employees who work here personally and have done sub contracting work for them.

Let me break it down.

Pros: Very nice facilities and beautiful living areas as well as friendly staff.

Cons: The few caregivers that actually do their jobs and are dedicated to their residents are overworked and making barely above minimum wage.
High turnover rate due to this and they replace resigned staff with under-qualified candidates with little to no experience who neglect the residents while overworked leads have no oversight. Facility makes loads of money so there is no excuse. Needs new management desperately.

Re: I know many employees who ... Dallas Retirement Village replied on Monday, April 26th 2021

Mr. Frederic, we take concerns very serious. Please contact Administrator, Mary Grace Driscoll at 503-623-5581, to discuss your comments so that they may be addressed accordingly. Thank you.

Lots of parking...Thanks Mike

They have all levels of care. They are adding on, so that will be good.

Re: They have all levels of c ... Dallas Retirement Village replied on Tuesday, September 15th 2020

Darcy, thank you for your comments! We do offer all levels of care and are excited to be expanding our Lodge to add more residences and amenities.

Yes I work at Dallas Retirement Village as the Development Director for the Foundation but my experience with this amazing team goes way beyond my job. I have had many family members past and present who have called DRV their home and have received the most loving care we could ever hope for. The ability to move to different levels of care while still feeling at home is simply the best. I have had family move from independent living, to assisted living, use rehab and then finally to skilled health care - all while being treated with respect and love. Hands down - the BEST. Thank you.

Re: Yes I work at Dallas Reti ... Dallas Retirement Village replied on Tuesday, August 18th 2020

Sue, we are grateful for all you do for our community and the Foundation. Your insight is so meaningful to us, both as part of our staff and as a family member who has witnessed the care and love your precious relatives receive. Thank you!

In June 2020 I had the pleasure and opportunity to be shown a cottage available at the Dallas Retirement Village. Sales Director, Tawnya, had been listening to me for months about a move in plan and what I wanted to live in when I retired. She found exactly what I asked for and let me know instantly. So here we were in the middle of Covid 19 problems but I sold my house in a weeks time, arranged for a mover and arrived within 4 weeks of viewing my lovely new home. I love it and residents have been extremely friendly giving me yummy gifts and welcoming cards and many hellos. Employees and managers have kept me informed about Covid rules, helped me get settled and learn all the wonderful opportunities to enjoy here in the village. As a former Manager working for the State of Oregon, I supervised the inspection program that rated the retirement living facilities in Oregon. I can say I knew what a good choice would be and I found it here.

Re: In June 2020 I had the pl ... Dallas Retirement Village replied on Friday, August 14th 2020

We are so grateful to have you living with us here at Dallas Retirement Village. You have amazed and impressed us with your speedy transition to community living... and you did all during a pademic... without skipping a beat! Welcome home Anita!

Should we or shouldn't we? That was the question we (Jay and Jan) wrestled with for at least five years before deciding to sell our lovely home, downsize and move to Dallas retirement Village (DRV). Finding the right retirement setting was not an easy task. We visited retirement communities in eight different states and our path always lead us back to Oregon and, in particular, to DRV. The amenities here such as dining, housekeeping, gardening, woodworking, programmed activities, open spaces, level of care, service and a proactive staff are second to none and at an affordable cost. When one set of our children and grandchildren visited us for a one-week stay, they said "living here is just like being on a cruise ship." You can pick and choose to do a multitude of activities or just do nothing if you so desire. Of course Covid-19 has curtailed some of these activities, but they should all return once the pandemic problem is solved. Moving to DRV has exceeded our expectations.

Re: Should we or shouldn't we ... Dallas Retirement Village replied on Friday, July 31st 2020

Jan and Jay, thank you for choosing Dallas Retirement Village! Your involvement in resident projects, like the wood toy car & truck project, has supported DRV in the mission of giving back to our local community, something that is very important to us. Equally valuable is your warm and inviting natures and outstanding optimism. We are lucky to have the two of you (and Ming)!