Avamere at Waterford
Assisted Living & Respite Care · Medford, OR

Avamere at Waterford

Assisted Living & Respite Care · Medford, OR

Overview of Avamere at Waterford

Avamere at Waterford is Medford’s premier assisted living community. The senior living home continues to excel in delivering a quality approach to senior care that ensures residents are fully supported for everyday living. Residents are guaranteed to experience a lifestyle that enhances their lives with care and ease through personalized care that caters to their needs. The lifestyle empowers seniors to thrive while maintaining their individuality and independence in a residence that is more than just home.
As an Avamere community, seniors can expect a reimagined way of living for each individual. Offering many activities and amenities that cater to the interests of every senior– the home features a recreational room, transportation services, in-house maintenance service, seasonal menus served daily, social activities, wellness programs, and respite stays– ensuring that residents stay entertained and engaged throughout the day.

Years in operation
26 years in operation Rank #135 / 375Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 135th 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: 77 / 100 Rank #104 / 475Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 104th 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.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Facility
StatusClosed-owner
IssuanceFebruary 14, 2000
CountyJackson

Ownership & Operating Entity

Avamere at Waterford is legally operated by Waterford Operations, LLC.

Safety & Compliance

Emergency Systems24-hour staff, Emergency call system
Safety FeaturesAdvanced safety features

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Memory & Specialized Care

1 service
Does not offer Alzheimer's Care

Contact Information

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed
Smoking not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

On-Campus Fitness Center
Specific ProgramsIn-house Transportation, Vibrant Activities Calendar, Restaurant-style Dining

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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. 1 Better Metrics better than Oregon average:
• Total deficiencies (100% 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. 031 This facility has 100% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (0 vs. OR avg 31).↓ 100% better

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

  • No state surveys or complaint investigations were on record for Avamere at Waterford.
  • The facility had no documented deficiencies or citations from inspections.
  • No themes or severity signals were reported due to absence of survey activity.

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Address 1.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Medford's city center to Avamere at Waterford's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Medford

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

Orchards Assisted Living
AL
Medford
72
Facility 72
OR AVG 67
Rank #133 / 351
No
0
Facility 0
OR AVG 55
Rank #465 / 475
27
Facility 27
OR AVG 21
Rank #117 / 375
-4
6
Facility 6
OR AVG 31
Rank #19 / 291
1.5
Facility 1.5
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #16 / 291
-Dagny Sprayberry
Manor Terrace Care Suites
AL
NH
Medford
30
Facility 30
OR AVG 67
Rank #303 / 351
No
14
Facility 14
OR AVG 55
Rank #427 / 475
16
Facility 16
OR AVG 21
Rank #246 / 375
-4
44
Facility 44
OR AVG 31
Rank #224 / 291
11.0
Facility 11.0
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #279 / 291
Rogue Valley ManorJill Howard
Avamere at Waterford
AL
RC
Medford-No
77
Facility 77
OR AVG 55
Rank #104 / 475
26
Facility 26
OR AVG 21
Rank #135 / 375
A+1
-
Facility -
OR AVG 31
Rank #1 / 291
0.0
Facility 0.0
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #1 / 291
Waterford Operations, LLC-
Premier Elder Care – Carlin House
AL
RESC
Medford-No
5
Facility 5
OR AVG 55
Rank #455 / 475
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Oregon

Avamere at Waterford is located in Medford, 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 Avamere at Waterford

Who is the owner of Avamere at Waterford?

Avamere at Waterford is legally operated by Waterford Operations, LLC.

Is Avamere at Waterford in a walkable area?

Avamere at Waterford has a walk score of 77. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

Does Avamere at Waterford have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Avamere at Waterford on this page.

Are pets allowed at Avamere at Waterford?

No, Avamere at Waterford has a no-pet policy.

What is the best email address for Avamere at Waterford?

The team at Avamere at Waterford can be reached at gfvandevender@avamere.com.

Are there photos of Avamere at Waterford?

Yes — there are 8 photos of Avamere at Waterford in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Avamere at Waterford?

Avamere at Waterford is located at 760 Spring St, Medford, OR 97504.

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