The Amber Senior Living
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Clatskanie, OR

The Amber Senior Living

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Clatskanie, OR

Overview of The Amber Senior Living

Located on SW Bel Air Drive, The Amber Senior Living is a 40-bedassisted living community in Clatskanie, Oregon, that offers independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and respite care. For over 23 years, the community has been supporting older adults with comprehensive care options that allow them to age in one setting. Moreover, some errands are available within walking distance, as it is set in a relatively walkable area.

With services beyond traditional assisted living, the community provides 24-hour staffing, along with licensed nurses and nursing assistants. For those seeking care for complex needs and temporary relief, skilled nursing and rehabilitation services, respite stays, and hospice care are available. Transitional independent living is also available for individuals moving from higher levels of care.

Three nutritious meals, along with snacks, are provided daily. Comfortable shared spaces and activity programs are also available to encourage engagement and social connection, while personal support is provided as part of the daily care routine.

State inspections have identified deficiencies related to service planning, treatment orders, medication administration, healthcare compliance, and activity programming. Previous inspections also cited concerns related to meal service, staffing levels, and building maintenance. Some of these concerns were already addressed through follow-up inspections, but others still appear across multiple inspection cycles. It will benefit families exploring care options to discuss with management the steps being taken to address these findings and improve overall operations.

Bed community size
40-bed community Rank #266 / 351Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 266th out of 351 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Oregon that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.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
23 years in operation Rank #195 / 375Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 195th out of 375 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Oregon that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.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: 56 / 100 Rank #248 / 475Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 248th out of 475 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Oregon that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusActive
IssuanceMarch 21, 2003
CountyColumbia
License Number70A287

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Amber Senior Living is administered by Mallory Miller.

Owner NameSapphire At The Amber, LLC

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

3 services
Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Care
Hospice
Transitional Independent Living

Contact Information

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Welcoming Common Areas
24/7 On-Site Care Team
Nutritious Meals & Snacks
Life-Enriching Activities
Personal Support Services

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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 24 deficiencies 5 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 1 Worse Metrics worse than Oregon average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (9% above)
1 Better Metrics better than Oregon average:
• Total deficiencies (23% 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. 2431 This facility has 23% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (24 vs. OR avg 31).↓ 23% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 4.84.4 This facility has 9% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (4.8 vs. OR avg 4.4).↑ 9% worse

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

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • October 29, 2025 re-licensure inspection found 6 uncorrected deficiencies in service plans, medication administration, restraints, health care compliance, and activities.
  • June 21, 2022 survey cited 14 deficiencies including meals, service plans, medication administration, staffing training, and fire and life safety; many were corrected by August 22, 2022 revisit.
  • January 4, 2024 kitchen inspection found the facility in substantial compliance with food sanitation rules and no deficiencies.

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-Mallory Miller

Frequently Asked Questions about The Amber Senior Living

Who is the owner of The Amber Senior Living?

The Amber Senior Living is legally operated by Sapphire At The Amber, LLC, and administered by Mallory Miller.

Is The Amber Senior Living in a walkable area?

The Amber Senior Living has a walk score of 56. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of The Amber Senior Living?

According to OR state health department records, The Amber Senior Living's license number is 70A287.

How long has The Amber Senior Living been in business?

The Amber Senior Living has been operating for approximately 23 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at The Amber Senior Living?

No, The Amber Senior Living has a no-pet policy.

What is the best email address for The Amber Senior Living?

The team at The Amber Senior Living can be reached at mmiller@sapphirehealthservices.com.

Who is the administrator of The Amber Senior Living?

Mallory Miller is the administrator of The Amber Senior Living.

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