Salem, the capital city of Oregon, houses 29 assisted living facilities where aging seniors can access assistance with daily living activities and personal care. Based on 2024 numbers, seniors in Salem can expect to pay around $5,550 per month. Despite being $200 above the national median of $5,350, local costs maintain affordability when compared to the estimated statewide cost of $5,825.
This article showcases 470 reviews reviews of assisted living facilities in Salem. Collectively, the average rating for these communities is 4.0 out of 5 stars stars.
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181 S 5th St, Lebanon, OR 97355
4.0
(1 reviews)
"I moved into Meadow Lark. I looked around, saw this place, and liked it the best. They have little houses that you can live in as long as you can live by yourself, and that's what I have, but they do feed me breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The experien..."
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1307 N. College Street, Newberg, OR 97132
4.0
(1 reviews)
"My aunt lives at Willow Place and she has never been happier or had better care. Becky is the manager and she is always available to us for questions. ..."
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1 Towers Ln, Mount Angel, OR 97362
3.9
(22 reviews)
"We put a deposit at Mount Angel Towers. It sat out in the country. They have lots of grounds, and they have lots of activities. They have a big wood workshop that men can go to. The staff is great. The residents are very happy to be there. Everybody ..."
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540 S Main St, Mount Angel, OR 97362
3.7
(4 reviews)
"My husband was in Providence Benedictine Nursing Center. I thought it was excellent. He's got excellent care, he liked it there. He had a stroke and they had worked with him in therapy and he was happy that I was happy. I would recommend this facilit..."
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540 S Main St, Mount Angel, OR 97362
3.7
(4 reviews)
"Providence Benedictine Nursing Center is big. It's wonderful. It's a very good nursing home. When my husband got here, they gave him a shower, and he hadn't had one for a year. They didn't have the manpower to do it at the place we were at, so when t..."
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176 West C Street, Lebanon, OR 97355
3.6
(3 reviews)
"All the staff are friendly they are kind to EVERYONE! They take care of my great grandma verry well, thank you so much Willamette Manor!..."
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2800 14th Ave. SE, Albany, OR 97322
3.5
(4 reviews)
"I love Cambridge Terrace Assisted Living. My mom was is need of assistance and I had no idea what to do. I called Cambridge Terrace and that started helping right away. They were not pushy sales people just there to help. The Administrator even went ..."
READ MORE1309 E 27th Street, Mcminnville, OR 97128
2.3
(3 reviews)
"My loved one went to rehab at Life Care Center of Mcminnville. The appearance was good, but he did not like the food there. It didn't smell of urine and it was nice. It was one level with the different halls. He liked some of the staff. It wasn't a h..."
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176 W C St, Lebanon, OR 97355
"Welcome to Willamette Manor! Willamette Manor, Inc. offers multiple options for assistance with daily living tasks for senior and disabled p..."
READ MORE511 E Ellendale Ave, Dallas, OR 97338
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Oregon Department of Human Services Faci..."
READ MORE2525 47th Ave SE, Albany, OR 97322
"To learn more about this provider�s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Oregon Department of Human Services Faci..."
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202 South 9th St, Independence, OR 97351
"Blue Haven - Independence is a small 16 bed Residential Care Facility, totally renovated inside (December, 2015) with scheduled outside reno..."
READ MOREGenworth's 2024 Cost of Care Survey details the monthly cost of assisted living in Salem as $5,550, the lowest rate in the state. While costs in Eugene sit almost $100 higher at $5,645, Portland seniors pay much more at $6,370 per month. Assisted living facilities in Bend charge even higher rates, at $6,498. However, Medford's monthly rate of $6,770 stands as the most expensive for assisted living in Oregon.
Salem
$5,550
Oregon
$5,825
United States
$5,350
Eugene
$5,645
Portland
$6,370
Bend
$6,498
Medford
$6,770
According to Genworth’s 2021 Cost of Care Survey, the monthly cost for assisted living averages $5,500 in Salem. This is around 9% above the median in Oregon and even higher than the United States as a whole, with a substantial difference of 22%.
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.
Seniors who require assistance with daily tasks can benefit from the support of an assisted living facility for $5,550 per month. Nursing homes present another option. Designed for seniors with extensive medical needs or chronic health conditions, these facilities offer a higher level of care and supervision. However, rates for a semi-private room in a nursing home in Salem are lower than rates for assisted living, at $5,293.
Assisted Living Facility
$5,550
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$5,293
Salem helps its elderly community age well and achieve a better quality of life through numerous resources at little or no cost, ranging from recreational opportunities to care options counseling. While most seniors can benefit, some of these programs may have additional eligibility criteria to keep in mind.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| NorthWest Senior and Disability Services | (866) 206-4799 | NWSDS is the Area Agency on Aging serving Salem and all of Marion County. It connects residents with nearby resources and offers free counseling to older adults and families planning for long-term care. In addition, the agency maintains a list of area assisted living facilities with detailed information on their licensing, inspections and, if applicable, reports of abuse. Other programs include peer-led counseling groups, money management training and wellness activities such as tai chi and diabetes prevention workshops. |
| Marion County Veteran Service Office | (971) 707-4400 | Marion County's Veteran Service Office's staff helps former U.S. military members and their dependents with compensation issues through in-person or phone consultations. VA representatives can also assist with health care coverage and pensions and disability benefits claims, which may ease the burden of assisted living expenses. |
| Office of the Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (800) 522-2602 | Oregon's OLTCO investigates and solves complaints made by residents of assisted living communities or their families. Ombudsmen usually deal with billing fraud, abuse, neglect, lack of hygiene, and situations that compromise a senior's quality of life. Staff members can also provide information about nearby facilities and how to afford care costs. |
| Aging and Disability Resource Connection | (855) 673-2372 | The ADRC of Oregon is part of a nationwide effort to help seniors and their loved ones understand care options they can access. Residents can talk to a local specialist to learn about helpful services in the area, including legal counseling and caregiver support. Free assistance is also available to create a short- or long-term care plan. |
| Salem Center 50+ | (503) 588-6303 | The Salem Center 50+ provides affordable opportunities for socialization through multiple recreational activities, including arts and crafts, painting workshops and reading groups. Seniors who want to remain physically active can join the on-site gym and take up yoga, tai chi or Zumba. Many personal development classes are also available on topics such as first aid, languages and technology. |
Salem 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.
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Shirley
3.0
Review of Bonaventure of Salem
I toured Bonaventure of Salem, but I didn't like it. It was like a four-story building, and the rooms felt like living in a hotel. They're off of the hallway. There are spaces for things that I...
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Ruth B
5.0
Review of Redwood Heights Assisted Living
We moved dad from independent living to assisted living. His room layout is near identical to the 1 bedroom apartment he left. After touring 4 places in South Salem, we chose Redwood Heights...
Provider response
Hi Ruth, Our team aims to provide the highest quality care for every resident, and we are so happy to see that they've delivered at Redwood Heights Assisted Living. Thank you so much for taking...
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Emily
2.0
Review of Bonaventure of Salem
My mother has been living here for almost 3 years. The common areas are nice looking but the assisted living dining room is COLD 10 months out of the year and dark. She really likes her apartment...
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