A South Eugene retirement community broke ground Tuesday on a $35 million expansion project.
Cascade Manor is building 25 new apartments and one new four-plex to accommodate the rising numbers of seniors moving in at earlier ages.
Kim Sornson, Executive Director of Cascade Manor, said the average age of residents is 77 years old, and only seems to be trending downwards.
“Seniors are deciding earlier to move to a Life Plan Community so they can enjoy all the amenities,” Sornson said. “We have a vibrant community.”
The expansion covers over 60,000 square feet and includes room for various amenities, aimed at giving residents spaces to entertain, practice hobbies, and host family members overnight.
The finished expansion will house more than 200 residents and already has a waitlist available. Construction is planned to finish in 2027.
