Gilman Grove Blog
Preserving Marine History: A Veteran’s Legacy Finds a Home at the Oregon Military Museum
Historically significant Marine Corps items are now preserved and displayed at the Oregon Military Museum, made possible by a donation from a proud Marine veteran at Gilman Grove assisted living. Jack has spent decades passionately collecting military memorabilia,...
30 Years of Gilman Grove: Honoring the Past, Celebrating the Present, and Investing in the Future
Nestled in the heart of historic Oregon City, the first incorporated city west of the Rockies and the final destination of the Oregon Trail, Gilman Grove assisted living has been part of a community built on resilience and renewal. In 1995, Gilman Grove (then known as...
Celebrating Julie Lopez: A Journey of Heritage, Heart, and Pride
As we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at Gilman Grove, we’re proud to highlight one of our own — Julie Lopez, a dedicated Med Tech whose warmth, cultural pride, and passion for people shine through in everything she does. “I wanted to be there for both our residents...
Anna Brittner: A Heart for Care, A Soul from Bali
Celebrating AAPI Heritage at Gilman Grove Assisted Living Written by Adam Roes, Life Enrichment Director, Gilman GroveSince 2005, Gilman Grove assisted living has been fortunate to count Anna Brittner among its most dedicated caregivers. To meet Anna is to feel...
Striking a Chord in Senior Living: A Story of Music & Life Enrichment
Striking a Chord in Senior Living: A Story of Music & Life Enrichment Adam Roes' journey in senior care began almost a decade ago, when he was a college student in Northern New York, studying for a bachelor’s degree in music therapy. As a student music therapist,...
Areté Living Acquires 5 Oregon Senior Living Communities
TIGARD, Ore. – Areté Living, a senior living development and management organization, acquired five new senior living communities in Oregon as of February 1, 2025. The new buildings include: Aspen Ridge Memory Care Aspen Ridge Retirement Community Gilman Grove...






