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

Assisted Living & Respite Care · Medford, OR
760 Spring St, Medford, OR 97504 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Avamere at Waterford

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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.

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By The Numbers

Community insights.

Years of operating Info A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #131 / 317Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 131st out of 317 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.
26 years
Walk Score Info Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk. Rank #80 / 396Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 80th out of 396 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.
77 / 100
BBB Rating Info An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
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

Contact Information

Email gfvandevender@avamere.com

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed
Smoking not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

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. 032 This facility has 100% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (0 vs. OR avg 32).↓ 100% better

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. 17 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
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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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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. 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. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
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.
Orchards Assisted Living
AL
Medford
72
Facility 72
OR AVG 63
Rank #91 / 285
Yes-
27
Facility 27
OR AVG 23
Rank #112 / 317
-4
6
Facility 6
OR AVG 31
Rank #22 / 282
1.5
Facility 1.5
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #24 / 282
-Dagny Sprayberry
Manor Terrace Care Suites
AL
IL
MC
NH
RESC
SNF
Medford
30
Facility 30
OR AVG 63
Rank #239 / 285
No
14
Facility 14
OR AVG 55
Rank #365 / 396
16
Facility 16
OR AVG 23
Rank #224 / 317
-4
4
Facility 4
OR AVG 31
Rank #15 / 282
1.0
Facility 1.0
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #11 / 282
Rogue Valley ManorJill Howard
Avamere at Waterford
AL
RC
Medford-No
77
Facility 77
OR AVG 55
Rank #80 / 396
26
Facility 26
OR AVG 23
Rank #131 / 317
A+1
0
Facility 0
OR AVG 31
Rank #1 / 282
0.0
Facility 0.0
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #1 / 282
Waterford Operations, LLC-
Premier Elder Care – Carlin House
AL
RESC
Medford-No
5
Facility 5
OR AVG 55
Rank #389 / 396
------Doris Maran

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every OR community we track that reports that metric, not just the 4 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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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.

How long has Avamere at Waterford been in business?

Avamere at Waterford has been operating for approximately 26 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

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.

Has Avamere at Waterford had any deficiencies?

Avamere at Waterford has no reported deficiencies according to records from Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS).

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