Aging

Raymond Hare (left), 92, Gina Roberts (middle) and Edith Overstreet, 92, live at A Place to Call Home in Tigard. Roberts has been trying to get residents vaccinated./Courtesy of Gina Roberts

Elderly, Vulnerable Oregonians In Group Homes Fall Through Cracks In Vaccination Strategy

Three pharmacies in charge of vaccinating congregate care facilities signed up very few adult care homes, leaving staff to scramble to get their residents protected against COVID-19.

Feb 23, 2021
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State Cracks Down On Portland Nursing Home With 14 Deaths

State officials have cracked down on a Southeast Portland nursing home following 14 deaths from COVID-19 and inspections that revealed a slew of violations stemming from sloppy practices and understaffing, allowing the virus to spread in the facility.

Apr 16, 2020