Valley West Health Care Center
Nursing Home · Eugene, OR
CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.

Valley West Health Care Center

Nursing Home · Eugene, OR
CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
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Valley West Health Care Center accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Overview of Valley West Health Care Center

Valley West Health Care Center, located in Eugene, Oregon, is more than just a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center. It is a place where creativity flourishes, and patients are given individualized attention and care. The center offers both inpatient and outpatient rehab services and has a dedicated staff committed to providing exceptional care. With an in-house team of therapists and nurses, patients can rest assured that their needs will be met with the utmost care and attention. 
The atmosphere at Valley West is warm and inviting, making it easy for patients to recover and thrive. The environment is fresh and delightful, with an interior that exudes a comforting and home-like atmosphere. Patients have access to a beauty salon and barbershop, as well as a sunroom and computers. Located near the Sea Lion Caves and other recreational attractions, residents can enjoy a fulfilling and enjoyable lifestyle.

(541) 683-1532

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
▼ 66.7% Below OR avg. ▼ 66.7% Below OR avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
▼ 63.8% Below OR avg. ▼ 63.8% Below OR avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
▲ 7.7% Above OR avg. ▲ 7.7% Above OR avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
▲ 16.1% Above OR avg. ▲ 16.1% Above OR avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.

Hours per resident per day — compared to Oregon state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info This home is ranked 72nd out of 92 homes in Oregon. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
4h 44m per day
Rank #72 / 92Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 72nd out of 92 homes in Oregon. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Oregon average, with a ranking across 92 Oregon SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
This facility Oregon avg (5h 15m per day)
vs Oregon avg
-10%

1 of 1 metrics below state avg

Staff typeHours / Day / Residentvs state avg
Weekend Total Nursing Info Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours. 3h 55m per day ▼ 13% State avg: 4h 29m per day · National avg: 3h 25m per day

Capacity and availability

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy than the Oregon average: 65.7%
Occupancy rate
47.6% Rank #78 / 90Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 78th out of 90 homes in Oregon. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Oregon average, with its Statewide rank out of 90. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Avg. Length of Stay
65 days
Walk Score
Walk Score: 32 / 100 Rank #380 / 476Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 380th out of 476 homes in Oregon. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Oregon SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.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

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Short-Term Rehab

Amenities & Lifestyle

Salon
Barber
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Religious ServicesYes

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Staffing Data

Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.

Total staff 141
Employees 136
Contractors 5
Staff to resident ratio 2.14:1
27% worse than Oregon average
Oregon average ratio: 2.93:1 Oregon average ratio: 2.93:1See full Oregon ranking
Avg staff/day 50
Average shift 7.8 hours
0% compared with Oregon average
Oregon average: 7.8 hours Oregon average shift: 7.8 hoursSee full Oregon ranking
Total staff hours (quarter) 35,667

Nursing staff breakdown

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

RN Staff Info All 13 RN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 13
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.2 hours
Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

LPN Staff Info All 21 LPN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 21
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.4 hours
Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

CNA Staff Info All 67 CNA Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 67
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.4 hours

Contractor staffing

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.

Total hours from contractors

0.4%

143 contractor hours this quarter

Occupational Therapy Aide: 2 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 2 Other Physician: 1

Staff by category

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Certified Nursing Assistant6706718,18792100%7.4
Licensed Practical Nurse210216,61592100%9.4
Medication Aide/Technician4041,58892100%9.1
Registered Nurse130131,4928592%8.2
Qualified Social Worker4048196975%7
Clinical Nurse Specialist3037466672%6.4
Administrator2027126672%8
Speech Language Pathologist3036927076%6.2
RN Director of Nursing3036295964%7.5
Dietitian1015556267%9
Other Dietary Services Staff2025006571%7.5
Physical Therapy Aide3034917076%6.2
Physical Therapy Assistant2024896065%7.5
Mental Health Service Worker1014876065%8.1
Respiratory Therapy Technician4044846571%6.7
Nurse Practitioner1014635762%8.1
Dental Services Staff1013685762%6.5
Occupational Therapy Aide1232673235%7.7
Other Physician0114533%15
Occupational Therapy Assistant0223967%6.5
67 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
21 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
4 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days 100%
13 Registered Nurse
% of Days 92%
4 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 75%
3 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 72%
2 Administrator
% of Days 72%
3 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 76%
3 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 64%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 67%
2 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 71%
3 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 76%
2 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 65%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 65%
4 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 71%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 62%
1 Dental Services Staff
% of Days 62%
3 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 35%
1 Other Physician
% of Days 3%
2 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 7%

Penalties and fines

Includes penalties issued in 2023

Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.

Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total fines amount $3K Rank #87 / 93Federal fines — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 87th out of 93 homes in Oregon. Shows this facility's cumulative CMS federal fine dollars versus the Oregon average among facilities with fines, and where it ranks among 93 skilled nursing facilities in the pool. Lower total dollars mean a better rank.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
95% lower than Oregon average

Oregon average: $60K

Number of fines 1
41% fewer fines than Oregon average

Oregon average: 1.7

Payment Denials Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. 0
100% fewer payment denials than Oregon average

Oregon average: 0.1

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $3K
Oregon average $60K
Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

1 penalty in the past 3 years

Sep 11, 2023 · $3K

Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Sep 11, 2023
$3K

Last updated: Jan 2026

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 9.9
6% better than Oregon average

Oregon average: 10.5

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 18.7
11% better than Oregon average

Oregon average: 21.1

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 14.9%
8% better than Oregon average

Oregon average: 16.3%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 18.2%
27% better than Oregon average

Oregon average: 24.9%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 22.8%
In line with Oregon average

Oregon average: 22.6%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 2.8%
18% worse than Oregon average

Oregon average: 2.4%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 5.4%
22% better than Oregon average

Oregon average: 6.9%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 1.4%
32% better than Oregon average

Oregon average: 2.1%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 8.2%
56% worse than Oregon average

Oregon average: 5.3%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 10.3%
123% worse than Oregon average

Oregon average: 4.6%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 11.6%
13% better than Oregon average

Oregon average: 13.2%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 90.7%
5% worse than Oregon average

Oregon average: 95.7%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 98.3%
In line with Oregon average

Oregon average: 95.2%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 84.3%
In line with Oregon average

Oregon average: 86.2%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 2.1%
13% worse than Oregon average

Oregon average: 1.8%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 77.9%
In line with Oregon average

Oregon average: 81.2%

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

14% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 25 days

Private pay

65% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 26 days

Medicaid

21% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 6 - 7 months

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total residents 66
Medicare
5
7.6% of residents
Medicaid
47
71.2% of residents
Private pay or other
14
21.2% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$13.4M
Profit
$602.6K
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$13.4M Rank #38 / 88Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 38th out of 88 homes in Oregon. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Oregon SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Profit
$602.6K
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations. Rank #24 / 88Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 24th out of 88 homes in Oregon. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Oregon average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
$6.8M
50.5% of revenue Rank #29 / 88Payroll % — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 29th out of 88 homes in Oregon. Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the Oregon average. Well-run Oregon SNFs typically land around 51–62% — the top third Statewide. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$6.0M
Total costs $12.8M

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Primarily long-term care, limited rehab

Most residents stay long-term, while a smaller portion are admitted for short-term rehab.

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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.)

Compare Nursing Home around Eugene

The information below is reported by the Oregon Department of Human Services, Aging and People with Disabilities.

5 facilities compared · CMS & OR Dept. of Health data

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AL

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Hillside Heights Rehabilitation Center
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Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

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Green Valley Rehabilitation Health Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Eugene (Clairmont Apartments)120--5.00 -71%-5%$53.0k7111.82104- 61 Kensington Rehabilitation Health Center, LLC$22.7M$10.1M44.6%385156
Valley West Health Care Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Eugene121 47.6% -28%4.74 0%-10%$134.8k5614.0265- 32 -$13.4M$6.8M50.5%385120
Avamere Riverpark
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Eugene119 73.8% +12%5.73 -35%+9%$75.3k508.3789A+ 27 Riverpark Operations, LLC$21.2M$7.8M36.9%385185

Frequently Asked Questions about Valley West Health Care Center

Is Valley West Health Care Center in a walkable area?

Valley West Health Care Center has a walk score of 32. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the occupancy rate at Valley West Health Care Center?

Valley West Health Care Center's occupancy is 47.6%.

Are there photos of Valley West Health Care Center?

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What is the phone number of Valley West Health Care Center?

(541) 683-1532 will put you in contact with the team at Valley West Health Care Center.

Is Valley West Health Care Center Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Yes — Valley West Health Care Center is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.

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