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Vista Specialty Care
Vista Specialty Care offers assisted living in La Grande, Oregon. Residents can receive help with dressing, bathing, and medication while keeping an apartment, making the home a possible fit for someone who needs daily support but not daily skilled nursing care.
The community has 78 beds. Evergreen Oregon Healthcare Valley View operates Vista Specialty Care, with Mike Jacobs serving as administrator. A Walk Score of 78 places the area in the very walkable band, so most errands can be done on foot; nearby shops, a pharmacy, or cafes may help a resident who no longer drives get out independently.
Community insights.
About this community
Vista Specialty Care is administered by Mike Jacobs.
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.
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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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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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.
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Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
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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.
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| Vista Specialty Care | AL | La Grande | 78
Facility
78
OR AVG
62
Rank
#67 / 247 | No |
78
Facility
78
OR AVG
54
Rank
#50 / 296 | - | 21
Facility
21
OR AVG
23
Rank
#164 / 264 | - | 0
Facility
0
OR AVG
31
Rank
#2 / 247 | - | - | Mike Jacobs |
| Wildflower Lodge | AL MC | La Grande | 30
Facility
30
OR AVG
62
Rank
#205 / 247 | Yes |
51
Facility
51
OR AVG
54
Rank
#169 / 296 | Studio / 1 Bed | 25
Facility
25
OR AVG
23
Rank
#132 / 264 | 10 | 76
Facility
76
OR AVG
31
Rank
#243 / 247 | 7.6
Facility
7.6
OR AVG
4.4
Rank
#208 / 247 | Ahr La Grande Or Alf Trs Sub, LLC | Misti Vega |
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Oregon
Vista Specialty Care is located in La Grande, Oregon.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Oregon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vista Specialty Care
Who is the owner of Vista Specialty Care?
Vista Specialty Care is legally operated by Evergreen Oregon Healthcare Valley View, LLC, and administered by Mike Jacobs.
Is Vista Specialty Care in a walkable area?
Vista Specialty Care has a walk score of 78. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
How long has Vista Specialty Care been in business?
Vista Specialty Care has been operating for approximately 21 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Vista Specialty Care?
No, Vista Specialty Care has a no-pet policy.
What is the best email address for Vista Specialty Care?
The team at Vista Specialty Care can be reached at ed057@ehcmail.com.
Who is the administrator of Vista Specialty Care?
Mike Jacobs is the administrator of Vista Specialty Care.
How many beds does Vista Specialty Care have?
Vista Specialty Care has 78 beds.
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