Eugene, OR, a city on the Willamette River, features 20 assisted living facilities to support its aging population. As of 2024, local senior living communities charge a monthly price of about $5,645 for assisted living care. This cost stands around $300 above the national expense of $5,350. However, Eugene maintains affordability compared to the Oregon state median of $5,825.
This article takes a look at assisted living communities in Eugene. It presents 246 reviews reviews of facilities throughout the area, which receive an overall average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars stars.
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2615 Lone Oak Way, Eugene, OR 97402
4.7
(14 reviews)
"I toured Lone Oak Assisted Living. That facility had a very large one-bedroom apartment with lots of windows, and the outdoor area was very beautiful. Lots of trees, and my parents liked it very much. They had an area where the residents could plant ..."
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3760 N Clarey St, Eugene, OR 97402
3.9
(24 reviews)
"Interactions with staff and residents wonderful. Very nice independent living cottages...."
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1919 Bailey Hill Rd., Eugene, OR 97405
3.8
(15 reviews)
"Churchill Estates Retirement Community was spread out a little bit more, and they had green areas. I just have a specific objection to the fact that dining was mandatory, and you have to pay for it. It almost doubled the cost. The staff was very know..."
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1155 Darlene Lane, Eugene, OR 97401
5.0
(3 reviews)
"I'm very favorably impressed with Trustwell Living at River Run Place. It's very good. It's very friendly. It's open. I liked the atmosphere. I liked the people that I met. The staff was very helpful and very forthcoming. The room was not fancy, but ..."
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2440 Willakenzie Road, Eugene, OR 97401
4.5
(37 reviews)
"Merrill Gardens at Sheldon Park was nice and clean-looking. The staff was wonderful and amazing. The lady that we've been talking to was an amazing person. She does a great job...."
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600 Waterford Way, Eugene, OR 97401
4.5
(22 reviews)
"The gal who we met with at Waterford Grand was wonderful. She really took time to listen to what we were dealing with and gave us some suggestions, took us on a tour, and introduced us to some people. She was just very, very attentive. It wasn't like..."
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5320 Fox Hollow Road, Eugene, OR 97405
4.4
(11 reviews)
"Fox Hollow Residential Care Community is in a beautiful setting. Everything is beautiful. The staff was wonderful. They all stopped by to say hello. I spent time with the main person, and she talked about how it was structured. If you're a couple, yo..."
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2811 Bailey Lane, Eugene, OR 97401
4.2
(14 reviews)
"I am going to move to Grace Manor Senior Living's independent living. It's small but from what I can tell, it's a great community. I was there yesterday and met several residents, it's a very friendly place and the food is great. The meals, cable, in..."
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1282 Goodpasture Island Rd, Eugene, OR 97401
4.7
(4 reviews)
"The Springs at Greer Gardens was a very nice place. I liked it. It's one of the newest as well. I have a friend that lives there, so I've visited there many times and joined him for supper or lunch or just a visit. It's a little expensive but what yo..."
READ MORE2730 Bailey Lane, Eugene, OR 97401
4.0
(10 reviews)
"I like the idea of the transitional care there at Ascot Park Senior Living. I think that's the part that my husband would fit into at this time. He would fit better in between memory care and assisted living, so I would have been very happy with that..."
READ MORE2894 Elysium Avenue, Eugene, OR 97401
5.0
(3 reviews)
"I am so greatful the many years of loving individualized care angel's aisle provided my grams .she always told me how good the food was, and spoke of the staff as family. ..."
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5030 West Port Street, Eugene, OR 97402
4.5
(2 reviews)
"Mom has been in Oaktree Residential Living for over a month now. They have a residential care and 2 foster homes. In their smaller residential home, they have 15 or 16 patients, so they’d get a whole lot more individual care. The family that runs it ..."
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2300 Warren Street, Eugene, OR 97405
3.3
(6 reviews)
"My stay with Valley West was excellent. The staff was friendly and caring. The Rehab/physical therapy people were pleasant and encouraging. The food was good. I would stay here anytime. They made me feel like family...."
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709 W Broadway, Eugene, OR 97402
4.0
(1 reviews)
"I have much to say about Applegate cntr. My mother was there and my wife of 18 years is now in there care i visit 7 days a week sometimes 2and 3 times a day 7 days a week and as far as im concerned applegate is the only care home in the county , "a..."
READ MORE4550 W Amazon Dr, Eugene, OR 97405
4.0
(1 reviews)
"Emerald Valley Assisted Living Residence is a medium-sized place which is what we prefer. The staff is very attentive and have been very responsive to our needs. Mom tells me that they are very nice, they provide quality care, and they make sure her ..."
READ MORE5569 Tradition Aly, Eugene, OR 97402
"Residents at Arcadia Senior Care live in a serene residential neighborhood in Eugene, OR. The facility is surrounded by houses as well as op..."
READ MORE3692 Hickory Ave, Eugene, OR 97401
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READ MORE555 Country Club Road, Eugene, OR 97401
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READ MORE1075 Irvington Drive, Eugene, OR 97404
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READ MOREThe Genworth 2024 Cost of Care Survey projects a monthly cost of $5,645 for assisted living in Eugene, positioning the city as an affordable senior care destination compared to the state median of $5,825. While Salem's rates of $5,550 fall lower, other cities see much higher prices, including Portland and Bend, at around $6,370 and $6,498, respectively. Medford remains the most expensive, however, with monthly costs amounting to $6,770.
Eugene
$5,645
Oregon
$5,825
United States
$5,350
Salem
$5,550
Portland
$6,370
Bend
$6,498
Medford
$6,770
Eugene assisted living communities cost an average of $5,623 a month according to the Genworth Cost of Care Survey, a bit less expensive than Oregon’s cost as a whole at $5,045. These costs are higher than the national average of $4,500.
Seniors who are eligible can apply for funds to help pay for their assisted living care through the following government programs: the Oregon Health Plan, which is the state’s Medicaid program, and the Community First Choice Option.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Oregon page.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Oregon page.
Several care options exist for seniors in Eugene, including home health care. At $5,339 per month, it costs about $300 less than assisted living, which comes in at a monthly expense of $5,645. More expensive than both care types, nursing home facilities charge $15,208 per month. However, these high costs account for the 24-hour supervision, comprehensive care and medical attention they provide.
Home Health Care
$5,339
Assisted Living Facility
$5,645
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$15,208
Many local government agencies and nonprofit groups provide seniors resources, activities, support and services. In Eugene, seniors living in assisted living communities or considering assisted living have access to these free resources.Â
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Campbell Community Center | (541) 682-5318 | Campbell Community Center keeps a full schedule of activities for seniors. Classes include woodworking, Chinese brush workshops and card making. Activities allow seniors an opportunity to socialize and include chess, bridge, billiards and more. Community agencies come to the center to offer free services such as senior law, estate law and wellness seminars. |
| Oregon Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (503) 378-6533 | The Oregon Long-Term Care Ombudsman works with residents, families and long-term care facility staff to resolve resident concerns, such as wellness care, billing issues and food quality. Ombudsmen act as advocates for residents, mediating disagreements, and volunteers educate seniors about their rights as residents of a long-term care community. |
| Senior Health Insurance Benefits Advisors | (541) 682-5318 | Senior Health Insurance Benefits Advisors (SHIBA) are available to seniors for free, personalized appointments to answer their questions about benefits. Topics include private health insurance coverage, Medicare and Medicaid plans and other topics related to benefits. |
| Lane Transit District Honored Riders Free Bus Fare | (541) 687-5555 | The Lane Transit District (LTD) offers seniors 65 and older free fares through its Honored Riders program. Seniors can get their pass at the district's customer service center. |
Eugene Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living facilities in Oregon are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Oregon page for more information about these laws.
Assisted Living
Nancy
5.0
Review of Trustwell Living at River Run Place
I'm very favorably impressed with Trustwell Living at River Run Place. It's very good. It's very friendly. It's open. I liked the atmosphere. I liked the people that I met. The staff was very...
Assisted Living
Elsie
5.0
Review of Ascot Park Senior Living
I like the idea of the transitional care there at Ascot Park Senior Living. I think that's the part that my husband would fit into at this time. He would fit better in between memory care and...
Assisted Living
Cynthia
5.0
Review of Trustwell Living at River Run Place
I toured here. I like the place. It just wasn't quite what my uncle needed. The person we worked with was very knowledgeable and very helpful, even though we knew fairly quickly that it wasn't...
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