Cascades of Bend Retirement Community
Assisted Living, Memory Care, Residential Care & Respite Care · Bend, OR

Cascades of Bend Retirement Community

Assisted Living, Memory Care, Residential Care & Respite Care · Bend, OR
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Cascades of Bend Retirement Community accepts Medicaid.

Overview of Cascades of Bend Retirement Community

Cascades of Bend Retirement Community, located in Bend, Oregon, stands out for offering an ideal environment conducive to a worry-free lifestyle in the charming beer capital of Oregon. Nestled in a small city, residents can relish a relaxed and social atmosphere while appreciating the natural beauty of the surroundings, including the stunning Cascade Mountains. Beyond residential care, the community provides specialized services such as memory care and respite care, making a positive impact on families and seniors through its enthusiastic and welcoming environment.

Distinguished by diverse menus and daily chef specials, Cascades of Bend ensures a culinary experience that caters to varied tastes. The community’s well-maintained environment, featuring oversized windows and inviting interiors, contributes to the overall comfort and satisfaction of its residents. Seniors can anticipate a plethora of offerings and a warm atmosphere at Cascades of Bend Retirement Community, making it an appealing choice for those seeking independent living services and senior living in a vibrant community. 

Bed community size
70-bed community Rank #140 / 350Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 140th out of 350 homes we track in Oregon for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Oregon facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Oregon that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
44 years in operation Rank #14 / 375Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 14th out of 375 homes we track in Oregon for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Oregon facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Oregon that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 28 / 100 Rank #392 / 462Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 392nd out of 462 homes we track in Oregon for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Oregon facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Oregon that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Facility
StatusActive
IssuanceJanuary 1, 1982
CountyDeschutes

Ownership & Operating Entity

Cascades of Bend Retirement Community is legally operated by Cascade Living Group- Oregon, LLC, and administered by Misty Nichlolas-Liceaga.

Type Of Units

Total
70 units
Total beds
70 units

Payment & Insurance

1 service
Does not accept Medicare

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing

Contact Information

Additional Policies & Features

Smoking not allowed
HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Fitness Center
Dining
Scheduled Transportation
Movie Theater
Courtyard
Library
Activities
Wellness Center
Outdoor Space With Views And Wildlife
Robust Life Enrichment
Daily Chef Specials
Everdine A La Carte Menus
Activities

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Inspection History

In Oregon, the Department of Human Services, Aging and People with Disabilities performs unannounced surveys and regular inspections to ensure resident safety in all care settings.

Since 2022 · 4 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 10 deficiencies 4 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Oregon state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2022 vs. Oregon state average
Overall vs. OR average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Oregon average:
• Total deficiencies (68% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (43% below)

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityOR Averagevs. OR Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 1031 This facility has 68% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (10 vs. OR avg 31).↓ 68% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 2.54.4 This facility has 43% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (2.5 vs. OR avg 4.4).↓ 43% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityOR Averagevs. OR Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 47 This facility has had 43% fewer total inspections than the Oregon average (4 vs. OR avg 7). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 43% fewer

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Fitness and Recreation

Managed by Crystal Brokaw

Executive Director

Over 7 years of experience

Crystal Brokaw is the Executive Director at Cascades of Bend Retirement Community. She began her senior living career as a nurse and Wellness Director, bringing over seven years of experience with a strong focus on memory care. Crystal’s clinical expertise and passion for senior care have guided her transition into leadership, where she oversees community operations with dedication and professionalism.

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Cascades of Bend Retirement Community

1 Bedroom
Semi-private
Semi-private
Semi-private

Places of interest near Cascades of Bend Retirement Community

Address 1.9 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Bend's city center to Cascades of Bend Retirement Community's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Bend

Info below is compiled from the OR Dept. of Human Services (ODHS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Regency Village at Bend
AL
IL
RC
Bend (Larkspur)
88
Facility 88
OR AVG 67
Rank #79 / 350
No
81
Facility 81
OR AVG 56
Rank #80 / 462
-
30
Facility 30
OR AVG 22
Rank #83 / 375
-7
5
Facility 5
OR AVG 31
Rank #17 / 283
0.7
Facility 0.7
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #9 / 283
Bd Bend I, LLCSarah Johnson
Cascades of Bend Retirement Community
AL
MC
RESC
RC
Bend (Mountain View)
70
Facility 70
OR AVG 67
Rank #140 / 350
Yes
28
Facility 28
OR AVG 56
Rank #392 / 462
Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
44
Facility 44
OR AVG 22
Rank #14 / 375
-4
10
Facility 10
OR AVG 31
Rank #40 / 283
2.5
Facility 2.5
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #59 / 283
Cascade Living Group- Oregon, LLCMisty Nichlolas-Liceaga
Bend Transitional Care
AL
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Bend (Mountain View)
60
Facility 60
OR AVG 67
Rank #180 / 350
No
70
Facility 70
OR AVG 56
Rank #157 / 462
-
16
Facility 16
OR AVG 22
Rank #246 / 375
98.2% 7
21
Facility 21
OR AVG 31
Rank #111 / 283
3.0
Facility 3.0
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #78 / 283
Ohana Harmony House, LLCHeather Jeffers
Mt. Bachelor Memory Care
AL
MC
Bend (Old Farm District)
56
Facility 56
OR AVG 67
Rank #201 / 350
Yes
56
Facility 56
OR AVG 56
Rank #247 / 462
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
13
Facility 13
OR AVG 22
Rank #264 / 375
71.4% 5
36
Facility 36
OR AVG 31
Rank #198 / 283
7.2
Facility 7.2
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #222 / 283
Btw Mt. Bachelor Opco, LLCTrinady Parker
Regency Care of Central Oregon
AL
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Bend (Southern Crossing)
46
Facility 46
OR AVG 67
Rank #251 / 350
No
80
Facility 80
OR AVG 56
Rank #87 / 462
-
16
Facility 16
OR AVG 22
Rank #246 / 375
69.8% 14
28
Facility 28
OR AVG 31
Rank #159 / 283
2.0
Facility 2.0
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #40 / 283
Bd Bend III, LLCAmy Stone

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Oregon

Cascades of Bend Retirement Community is located in Bend, Oregon.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Oregon.

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Oregon Project Independence (OPI)

OPI

Age 60+
General Oregon resident, at risk of nursing home but not Medicaid-eligible.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $5,000 individual
OR

Cost-sharing required; rural/urban balance.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Adult day care (~$70/day) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Oregon Medicaid Community-Based Care

OR Medicaid CBC

Age 65+ or disabled
General Oregon resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
OR

High demand in urban areas (e.g., Portland).

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($70/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Oregon PACE (e.g., Providence ElderPlace)

Age 55+
General OR resident (specific counties), NFLOC, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) for Medicaid enrollees.
OR

Available in 11 counties (e.g., Multnomah, Washington); Providence ElderPlace dominant provider.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Respite Therapies

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Oregon Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General OR resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
OR

Three tiers; includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Oregon Family Caregiver Support Program

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; OR resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) No strict cap; prioritizes low-income ~$24,980/year
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
OR

15 regions; rural priority; includes grandparent caregivers.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Oregon VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General OR resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
OR

High veteran demand; Oregon Veterans’ Homes option.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Senior Property Tax Deferral Program

Oregon Property Tax Deferral for Disabled and Senior Citizens

Age 62+
General OR resident, homeowner 5+ years, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$58,000/year household, adjusted annually
Asset Limits Home value < county median; equity > 15%.
OR

Deferred taxes accrue 6% interest; repaid upon sale/death.

Benefits
Tax deferral (~$1,000-$3,000/year avg., varies by county)

Elderly Nutrition Program (ENP)

Oregon Elderly Nutrition Program

Age 60+
General OR resident (or spouse of any age); no income limit.
Income Limits (2025) None; donations encouraged.
Asset Limits Not assessed.
OR

Includes Meals on Wheels; prioritizes homebound/low-income.

Benefits
Home-delivered or congregate meals (~$5-$7/meal value, 5 meals/week avg.)

Frequently Asked Questions about Cascades of Bend Retirement Community

What neighborhood is Cascades of Bend Retirement Community in?

Cascades of Bend Retirement Community is in the Mountain View neighborhood of Bend.

Who is the owner of Cascades of Bend Retirement Community?

Cascades of Bend Retirement Community is legally operated by Cascade Living Group- Oregon, LLC, and administered by Misty Nichlolas-Liceaga.

Is Cascades of Bend Retirement Community in a walkable area?

Cascades of Bend Retirement Community has a walk score of 28. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

How long has Cascades of Bend Retirement Community been in business?

Cascades of Bend Retirement Community has been operating for approximately 44 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Does Cascades of Bend Retirement Community have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Cascades of Bend Retirement Community on this page.

Are pets allowed at Cascades of Bend Retirement Community?

Yes, Cascades of Bend Retirement Community allows residents to bring their pets.

What is the best email address for Cascades of Bend Retirement Community?

The team at Cascades of Bend Retirement Community can be reached at mistyn@cascadeliving.com.

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