McKay Creek Assisted Living

McKay Creek Assisted Living

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McKay Creek Assisted Living accepts Medicaid.

Overview of McKay Creek Assisted Living

Experience exceptional senior living at McKay Creek Assisted Living, an assisted living community in the heart of Pendleton, OR. With a variety of floor plans featuring convenient kitchenettes, residents can enjoy the perfect balance of independence and support tailored to their needs. Services include medication management, assistance with daily activities, and specialized wellness programs designed to enhance well-being and promote an active lifestyle. Whether staying long-term or for a short-term retreat, residents can find a supportive environment that feels like home.

The community prides itself on creating enriching experiences through a lively social calendar, restaurant-style dining, and thoughtfully designed amenities such as a beauty salon and private dining spaces for family gatherings. With a mission to provide compassionate care and meaningful connections, McKay Creek Assisted Living makes sure that everyday becomes an opportunity for joy and fulfillment.

Bed community size
60-bed community Rank #180 / 350Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 180th 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
26 years in operation Rank #139 / 375Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 139th 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: 15 / 100 Rank #424 / 462Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 424th 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.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusActive
IssuanceJuly 12, 2000
CountyUmatilla

Ownership & Operating Entity

McKay Creek Assisted Living is legally operated by McKay Creek Community Healthcare, LLC., and administered by Andrew Steinmeyer.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Contact Information

Additional Policies & Features

Smoking not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Dining
Activities
Housekeeping
Pet Friendly
Scheduled Transportation
Salon
Specific ProgramsPersonalized care plans, care reminders, assistance with activities of daily living, pet care, daily reminders for meals, short-term retreat stays, coordinated hospice and home health services, wellness and fitness program

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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.

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.

Overall vs. OR average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Oregon average:
• Total deficiencies (47% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (29% 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. 1732 This facility has 47% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (17 vs. OR avg 32).↓ 47% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 3.44.81 This facility has 29% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (3.4 vs. OR avg 4.81).↓ 29% 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. 57 This facility has had 29% fewer total inspections than the Oregon average (5 vs. OR avg 7). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 29% fewer

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 377 / 459 / 835 sq. ft.

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 2-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for McKay Creek Assisted Living

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Places of interest near McKay Creek Assisted Living

Address 2.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Pendleton's city center to McKay Creek Assisted Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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. 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. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
McKay Creek Assisted Living
AL
Pendleton
60
Facility 60
OR AVG 67
Rank #180 / 350
Yes
15
Facility 15
OR AVG 56
Rank #424 / 462
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
26
Facility 26
OR AVG 22
Rank #139 / 375
-5
17
Facility 17
OR AVG 31
Rank #86 / 283
3.4
Facility 3.4
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #91 / 283
Mckay Creek Community Healthcare, LLCAndrew Steinmeyer
Desire For Healing Inc
AL
Pendleton
50
Facility 50
OR AVG 67
Rank #226 / 350
No
84
Facility 84
OR AVG 56
Rank #56 / 462
-
30
Facility 30
OR AVG 22
Rank #83 / 375
-4
7
Facility 7
OR AVG 31
Rank #28 / 283
1.8
Facility 1.8
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #30 / 283
-Valerie Scott
Ashley Manor Senior Living
AL
HOS
MC
Pendleton16 ResidentsNo
13
Facility 13
OR AVG 56
Rank #428 / 462
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
21
Facility 21
OR AVG 22
Rank #208 / 375
A+----Jason Fletcher
Sun Ridge Retirement
AL
IL
RC
Pendleton-Yes
35
Facility 35
OR AVG 56
Rank #353 / 462
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
20
Facility 20
OR AVG 22
Rank #215 / 375
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Oregon

McKay Creek Assisted Living is located in Pendleton, 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 McKay Creek Assisted Living

Who is the owner of McKay Creek Assisted Living?

McKay Creek Assisted Living is legally operated by McKay Creek Community Healthcare, LLC., and administered by Andrew Steinmeyer.

Is McKay Creek Assisted Living in a walkable area?

McKay Creek Assisted Living has a walk score of 15. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

How long has McKay Creek Assisted Living been in business?

McKay Creek Assisted Living has been operating for approximately 26 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Does McKay Creek Assisted Living have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at McKay Creek Assisted Living on this page.

Are pets allowed at McKay Creek Assisted Living?

Yes, McKay Creek Assisted Living allows residents to bring their pets.

What is the best email address for McKay Creek Assisted Living?

The team at McKay Creek Assisted Living can be reached at andrew.steinmeyer@mckaycreekal.com.

Who is the administrator of McKay Creek Assisted Living?

Andrew Steinmeyer is the administrator of McKay Creek Assisted Living.

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