SILVERTON — Silverton Health and Rehabilitation of Cascadia recently celebrated two major achievements that will help shape the future of the assisted living facility. 

The first was expanding assisted living quarters to 28 beds from 14.

“The expansion was driven by a noticeable shift in the needs of our senior community,” said Cascadia Silverton spokeswoman Karrie Poortinga. “Over time, we observed a growing demand for assisted living services, while interest in independent living declined."

The assisted living program consistently maintained a waitlist exceeding six months.

According to Poortinga, Cascadia used existing resources to make modest upgrades and updates to the facility while keeping the project cost-effective.  

The updates have also allowed them to expand services and hire additional staff.  

“With additional rooms, we can accommodate more residents, including married couples who wish to stay together while receiving care,” Poortinga said. 

Cascadia Healthcare has long been the standard bearer for skilled nursing and assisted living care in Shoshone County, with many accolades being received by Silverton’s sister facility, Mountain Valley, in Kellogg. 

But now it’s Silverton’s turn.  

Silverton was recently presented with a National Award for Excellence in Quality from the National Assisted Living Association. The facility was one of 129 facilities across 46 states to receive the award.  

“This recognition reflects our ongoing commitment to providing outstanding service and care,” Cascadia Silverton CEO Rob Nahmensen said.