Mt. Bachelor Assisted Living & Memory Care

03/12/2026

🧠💙 “Physical Needs First” – Dementia Speaker Series

Join us at Mt. Bachelor Assisted Living & Memory Care Residence for an uplifting and informative hour exploring how physical needs impact the well-being of those living with memory loss.

Guest speaker Patty Sherin will discuss the important role that comfort, pain, sleep, and daily rhythms play in shaping mood, behavior, and cognitive changes in individuals living with dementia.

During this session, you’ll learn how concerns such as discomfort, hunger, dehydration, fatigue, and medical issues can influence behavior — and discover practical tools to help identify these stressors early and respond with thoughtful, supportive care that promotes greater ease and balance for everyone involved.

👩‍🏫 About the Speaker
Patty Sherin is an Advanced Dementia Care Specialist, author, and educator who has dedicated her career to supporting families and caregivers navigating dementia. She co-founded the ABC Dementia Course & Community, a heart-centered learning platform focused on building practical skills and compassionate approaches for real-life care.

📅 March 25
⏰ 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
📍 Mt. Bachelor Assisted Living & Memory Care Community
20215 Powers Road
Bend, OR

🤝 Presented in partnership with ABC Dementia

☎️ Please RSVP by March 23: 541-960-7928

We hope you’ll join us for this meaningful conversation and gain valuable insights that can help improve daily life for those living with dementia. 🌿

03/03/2026

🧠✨ Why Behaviors Are Messages ✨🧠
Dementia Speaker Series

Join us at Mt. Bachelor Assisted Living & Memory Care Residence for an uplifting and educational hour focused on understanding dementia in a deeper, more compassionate way.

We are honored to welcome guest speaker Patty Sherin — Advanced Dementia Care Specialist, author, and educator. Patty has dedicated her career to supporting families and caregivers navigating dementia and co-founded the ABC Dementia Course & Community, a heart-centered community that builds practical skills and compassionate approaches for real-life care.

💬 Understanding Unmet Needs

During this insightful presentation, Patty will introduce the six essential human needs — physical, emotional, social, mental, vocational, and spiritual — and explore how unmet needs often appear as behavioral communication, especially for those living with memory loss.

You’ll walk away with approachable strategies to better recognize these hidden messages and respond in ways that foster trust, calm, and meaningful connection — making the journey more supportive and understood for everyone involved.

📅 March 11
⏰ 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
📍 20215 Powers Road, Bend, OR
📞 Please RSVP by March 9 | 541.960.7928

Presented in partnership with ABC Dementia.

We look forward to seeing you there! 💙

02/06/2026

🍷 Referral Happy Hour 🍻

Join us at Mt. Bachelor Assisted Living & Memory Care Residence for a relaxed and rewarding Referral Happy Hour! Enjoy complimentary beer, wine, non-alcoholic beverages, and delicious appetizers while connecting with fellow professionals who share a passion for supporting seniors.

Unwind after the workday, exchange ideas, and discover new ways we can make a positive impact in the lives of older adults—together. Cheers to meaningful connections! 🥂

📅 February 26
⏰ 4:00 – 5:00 PM
📍 Mt. Bachelor Assisted Living & Memory Care Residence
20215 Powers Road, Bend, OR 97702

📞 RSVP by February 24: 541.209.3580

We look forward to raising a glass with you!

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas from all of us at Mt. Bachelor! We had a great time celebrating as a community yesterday. Today - plants, sleeping off all the good food, and spending time with loved ones. We hope that you all have a wonderful holiday as well!

12/19/2025

Memory care residents enjoyed making Christmas wreaths for their doors. Their home is looking more and more festive!

12/17/2025

We're having a great time celebrating the holidays in many different ways. Yesterday, residents had a great time decorating Christmas cookies! They especially loved adding the edible glitter to the star cookies.

11/27/2025

🍁 Happy Thanksgiving from Brightwater Communities! 🦃

Today, we’re reflecting on all that we’re thankful for — especially our wonderful residents, families, and team members who make our communities feel like home every day. 💛

May your day be filled with warmth, laughter, and gratitude.
From our Brightwater family to yours — Happy Thanksgiving! 🍂✨

11/11/2025

This Veterans Day, Brightwater recognizes and remembers the courage, sacrifice, and commitment of our nation’s veterans.

11/04/2025

🍂 Grateful Gatherings 🍷
Let’s raise a glass to gratitude and connection! Join us for a pre-Thanksgiving happy hour as we celebrate our amazing referral partners, healthcare professionals, and community friends.

📅 Thursday, November 20th | 3:00 – 4:00 PM
📍 Mt. Bachelor Assisted Living — 20215 Powers Rd.
📞 RSVP by November 16th | 541-209-3580

Enjoy seasonal bites, warm drinks, and heartfelt company as we toast to another wonderful year of collaboration and care.

✨ Thankful for you — today and every day. ✨

10/31/2025

Boo to you from our crew! 👻

Hope your Halloween is full of treats, not tricks — from all of us at Brightwater! 🍬🎃

10/15/2025

🎃 Trunk or Treat at Mt. Bachelor! 👻
Join us for a spooktacular Halloween celebration on October 31st from 3–5 PM! Our residents and team members will be dressed in their festive best, handing out candy and sharing smiles. 🍬✨

Bring your family and friends for an afternoon filled with treats, laughter, and community fun!
📍 20215 Powers Rd, Bend, OR
📞 (541) 209-3580 | MtBachelorSeniorLife.com

At Mt. Bachelor Assisted Living and Memory Care, residents enjoy an active, engaging lifestyle that promotes wellness and independence

10/15/2025

🍺🎶 Oktoberfest Fun at Mt. Bachelor! 🎶🍺
Our residents in Memory Care and Assisted Living enjoyed a lively Oktoberfest celebration filled with music from Terry Ranstad, delicious pretzels with beer cheese, tasty mini turnovers, and, of course, some classic Oktoberfest beer!

Prost to good music, great food, and even better company! 💛💙
📍 Mt. Bachelor Assisted Living & Memory Care | 20215 Powers Road, Bend, OR