Whispering Winds
Whispering Winds
Overview of Whispering Winds
Whispering Winds, situated in Bend, Oregon, offers an intimate and charming environment as a retirement home tailored for seniors seeking independent living. This pet-friendly community provides elegantly appointed apartment homes, eliminating the burdens of home maintenance and ensuring a hassle-free lifestyle for independent living seniors. With full kitchens, in-home laundry, private backyards, and available garages, Whispering Winds prioritizes comfort and convenience.
Surrounded by classic charm, Whispering Winds goes beyond the traditional retirement home experience by featuring a range of social programs and amenities that add an extra layer of excellence. From a creativity room to billiards and game rooms, activity spaces, a multipurpose room, and a well-stocked library and reading room, this community is thoughtfully designed to enrich the lives of those seeking homes for independent living.
23 years in operation Rank #195 / 375Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 195th 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: 38 / 100 Rank #345 / 462Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 345th 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
Facility TypeResidential Care Facility
StatusClosed-Owner
IssuanceJune 17, 2003
CountyDeschutes
Wheelchair Accessible
Grab Bars
Emergency SystemsYes
Safety Features24/7 Staffing & Security, surveillance cameras, secure entry points, emergency alert systems
24-Hour Staffing
Home Care
Smoking not allowed
Minimum Age55+
HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes
Utilities IncludedYes
Fitness Center
Swimming Pool
Library
Salon
Spa
Chapel
Dining
Garden
Patio
Game Room
Transportation
Housekeeping
Laundry
ActivitiesWhispering Winds features a vibrant calendar of events that includes fitness classes, lifelong learning, local outings, games, and social gatherings
Wellness Programfitness program
Religious Services
Touring HoursOpen dining hours from 7:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
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 2025 · 1 year of data
These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
0 deficiencies
1 inspection
Inspection Scorecard
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 2025 vs. Oregon state average
Overall vs. OR average
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
1 Better
Metrics better than Oregon average:
• Total deficiencies (100% below)
• Total deficiencies (100% below)
Deficiencies
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 0 | 31 | This facility has 100% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (0 vs. OR avg 31).↓ 100% better |
Inspections
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Total inspections
Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility.
| 1 | 7 | This facility has had 86% fewer total inspections than the Oregon average (1 vs. OR avg 7). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 86% fewer |
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Whispering Winds
Places of interest near Whispering Winds
3.4 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Bend's city center to Whispering Winds'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.
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.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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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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Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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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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| Regency Village at Bend | IL AL 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, LLC | Sarah Johnson |
| Fox Hollow Independent and Assisted Living | IL AL RC | Bend (Orchard District) | 86
Facility
86
OR AVG
67
Rank
#88 / 350 | No |
62
Facility
62
OR AVG
56
Rank
#201 / 462 | - | 24
Facility
24
OR AVG
22
Rank
#181 / 375 | - | A+ | 2 | 13
Facility
13
OR AVG
31
Rank
#53 / 283 | 6.5
Facility
6.5
OR AVG
4.4
Rank
#206 / 283 | Fox Hollow Bend, LLC | Luke Wilkenfeldt |
| Bend Transitional Care | IL AL 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, LLC | Heather Jeffers |
| Regency Care of Central Oregon | IL AL 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, LLC | Amy Stone |
| Whispering Winds | IL | Bend (Mountain View) | - | Yes |
38
Facility
38
OR AVG
56
Rank
#345 / 462 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 23
Facility
23
OR AVG
22
Rank
#195 / 375 | - | - | 1 | 0
Facility
0
OR AVG
31
Rank
#1 / 283 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
OR AVG
4.4
Rank
#1 / 283 | - | - |
Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Oregon
Whispering Winds is located in Bend, Oregon.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Oregon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Whispering Winds
What neighborhood is Whispering Winds in?
Whispering Winds is in the Mountain View neighborhood of Bend.
Is Whispering Winds in a walkable area?
Whispering Winds has a walk score of 38. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
How long has Whispering Winds been in business?
Whispering Winds has been operating for approximately 23 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Does Whispering Winds have different floorplan options?
Yes — see the floorplan options available at Whispering Winds on this page.
Are pets allowed at Whispering Winds?
Yes, Whispering Winds allows residents to bring their pets.
Has Whispering Winds had any deficiencies?
Whispering Winds has no reported deficiencies since 2025 according to records from Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS).
Are there photos of Whispering Winds?
Yes — there are 16 photos of Whispering Winds in the photo gallery on this page.
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