Carefree Retirement Years at MorningStar of Hillsboro

At MorningStar of Hillsboro, we want you to know independent living means much more than simply a change in your housing. We think of it as a chance to begin new adventures, meet a broader community of like-minded individuals, and to get down to the business of really enjoying your precious retirement years.

MorningStar of Hillsboro is ideally located on the city’s east side in the desirable AmberGlen neighborhood. Kaiser Permanente Medical Center is close by as are the shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues of Tanasbourne Town Center. Portland is 25 minutes to the east, and the Washington County Museum, Tualatin Hills Nature Park and Tualatin Hills Nature Center are nearby.

Our community specializes in offering a full range of hospitality services that free you from the drudgery of daily chores and obligations. We provide housekeeping services and take care of maintenance, inside and out. In addition, residents will enjoy chef-inspired, all-day dining and enrichment activities to engage the mind, body, spirit and social connections. Imagine all the time you will have in a maintenance-free environment to pursue your own interests. Maybe it is time to improve your golf game, start or renew a hobby, or volunteer in your community.

Along with beautifully landscaped grounds, we have resident garden beds, an amphitheater and an outdoor dining desk. A fitness center and swimming pool make it easy to get in your workout, and our full-service salon is convenient for pampering yourself. The art studio is a lovely way to spend an afternoon, and our bistro/bar is a great place to gather with friends. We have an onsite theatre/chapel for fun movie nights and religious services as well as a private dining room for intimate dinners.

If you are looking for the finest senior living Hillsboro, OR offers, MorningStar may be your answer. We invite you to visit our website and browse through our extensive information, but please give us a call if you have further questions. Don’t forget to ask about our Move-in Specials.

MorningStar of Hillsboro provides the very best in independent living with our distinct mission statement of “to honor, to value, to invest.” Our foundation is built on honoring God, valuing all seniors and selecting staff with a felt calling to serve to create an atmosphere that promotes a healthy, engaged lifestyle. Please contact us to learn more about the finest senior living Hillsboro, OR has to offer.

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