
Membership
Discover why our Members appreciate the details
We love independence, and part of that is being able to make your own choices. Here’s how it works.
Fee Structure
MEMBERSHIP FEE (ONE-TIME)
This fee, also called an entrance fee, is determined by the size and location of the apartment home. It’s neither a real estate transaction nor is it transferable.
You will submit your application with a portion of your Membership fee (called an application fee). Once your application is approved, the application fee will hold your apartment home for up to 60 days. The remainder of your Membership fee will be due upon move-in.
MAINTENANCE FEE (MONTHLY)
This fee is based on the size of and number of persons in the apartment home. It includes:
Utilities (electricity, local phone, heat/AC, water, garbage, basic cable television)
Housekeeping and linen service
Community operating expenses, including 24/7 staffing, classes, programming and events
Property taxes and insurance
TAX ADVANTAGES
As a Member of a nonprofit Continuing Care Retirement Community, a portion of your Membership fee and monthly maintenance fees may be deductible as a medical expense for these purposes. Consult your financial advisor.
Parking
Around here, you don’t even need a car. Whether it’s by foot, bike, streetcar or the MAX train, you can easily get around Portland. You’re also so close to downtown, you’ll have the city at your feet. But if you’d like to bring your car, parking spaces are available for an additional fee.
Tax Advantages
As a Member of a non-profit Continuing Care Retirement Community, you are eligible for certain tax advantages. A portion of your Membership fee and monthly maintenance fees may be deductible as a medical expense for these purposes. Consult your financial advisor.
Fitch Rating
Terwilliger Plaza continues to be one of a handful of retirement communities across the nation who has a “BB+” Rating from Fitch Ratings, a global credit rating agency.
Internationally Accredited
Less than ten percent of Continuing Care Retirement Communities are accredited, which is proof of our dedication to quality care. Terwilliger Plaza has been recognized with a CARF-CCAC accreditation since 1997. To earn this seal, we meet or exceed over 1,200 measurements of excellence, including vital issues such as governance, finance, accessibility and health and safety.
Our Policies
Terwilliger Plaza is Portland's only representative self-governed Continuing Care Retirement Community, which means our Members have a say in how we operate and what we offer. We’re also tobacco-free, don’t discriminate, and are pledged to the letter and spirit of the federal and state policy for the achievement of equal housing opportunities. We encourage and support affirmative advertising and marketing in which there are no barriers to obtaining housing due to race, color, religion, gender, disability, national origin, or sexual orientation.
Living your legacy with strength and optimism
The enduring value of community
SENIOR GUIDE
Our guidebook is a valuable tool to aid in your senior living search
It’s easier to make a decision for your future when you have all the information you need. At Terwilliger Plaza, we’ve designed a Senior Living Resource Guidebook packed with helpful insights

How to Apply
People love living here, so we generally maintain a full house. If you’re interested, it’s a great idea to start the process today. Please call Membership Sales at 503-808-7870 or fill out the form below.