Battle Creek Memory Care
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Salem, OR

Battle Creek Memory Care

Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Salem, OR
Battle Creek Memory Care accepts Medicaid.
Battle Creek Memory Care accepts Medicaid.

Overview of Battle Creek Memory Care

Battle Creek Memory Care is a sanctuary nestled in the serene surroundings of Salem, Oregon. This exquisite community is thoughtfully designed to provide a safe haven for individuals facing the challenges of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. As one of the premier memory care living facilities, the home offers a range of specialized services and support to enhance the well-being of residents and their families. One of the unique aspects of Battle Creek Memory Care is the absence of buy-in fees and long-term lease arrangements. This flexibility allows families to focus solely on the well-being of their loved ones, without the burden of financial commitments.

The indoor and outdoor lounge areas create a welcoming atmosphere that encourages residents and their families to feel connected and at ease. A plethora of engaging activities awaits, including events, classes, and so much more. The community also offers memory care support groups, providing a valuable space for families to connect, share experiences, and find solace in a supportive community. Residents can look forward to weekly outings, stimulating card and board games, non-denominational worship, and engaging cooking and art classes. Every detail within the living spaces is meticulously designed to exude beauty and comfort.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 68 Rank #95 / 247Bed count — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 95th out of 247 assisted living communities we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Oregon that reports data for that category. Assisted living 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.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Years of operating Info An established community with some operational experience and growing routines. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #222 / 264Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 222nd out of 264 assisted living communities 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 compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Oregon that reports data for that category. Assisted living 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.
9 years
Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #109 / 296Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 109th out of 296 assisted living communities 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 compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Oregon that reports data for that category. Assisted living 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.
64 / 100
BBB Rating Info An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
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About This Community

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price
$6,690/Month

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Facility
StatusActive
IssuanceOctober 31, 2019
CountyMarion

Ownership & Operating Entity

Battle Creek Memory Care is legally operated by Battlecreek Memory Care, LLC, and administered by Natalie Nelson.

Type Of Units

Total
68 units
Total beds
68 units

Safety & Compliance

Secured Perimeter

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing

Contact Information

Additional Policies & Features

Smoking not allowed
Visitor PolicyEvery hour is visiting hour; families are welcome to stop by whenever convenient.
HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Garden
Salon
Individual Air Conditioning
Built-In Storage
Hardwood-Style Flooring
Activities

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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 2 Worse Metrics worse than Oregon average:
• Total deficiencies (16% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (10% above)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.

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. 3732.0 This facility has 16% more total deficiencies than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (37 vs. OR avg 32).↑ 16% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 5.34.8 This facility has 10% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (5.3 vs. OR avg 4.8).↑ 10% 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. 77.0 This facility has total inspections in line with the Oregon average (7 vs. OR avg 7).— At avg

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 278 / 381 / 416 / 423 / 507 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Private / Shared Suites

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Building Type: Single-story

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Transportation Services

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Social and Recreational Activities

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Exercise Programs

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Music and Arts Classes

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Parking Available

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Battle Creek Memory Care

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Places of interest near Battle Creek Memory Care

Address 4.9 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Salem's city center to Battle Creek Memory Care'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. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
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.
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Capital Manor
AL
CCRC
HC
IL
MC
RESC
Salem (West Salem)
117
Facility 117
OR AVG 62
Rank #19 / 247
Yes
28
Facility 28
OR AVG 54
Rank #241 / 296
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
27
Facility 27
OR AVG 23
Rank #97 / 264
--5
22
Facility 22
OR AVG 31
Rank #109 / 247
4.4
Facility 4.4
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #116 / 247
Capital Manor, IncPatty Kidd
The Springs At Willowcreek
AL
MC
Salem (East Lancaster)
85
Facility 85
OR AVG 62
Rank #51 / 247
Yes
48
Facility 48
OR AVG 54
Rank #185 / 296
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
28
Facility 28
OR AVG 23
Rank #85 / 264
-A-5
14
Facility 14
OR AVG 31
Rank #55 / 247
2.8
Facility 2.8
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #58 / 247
Lancaster Woods Operator, LLCMireya Melchor
Avamere Court at Keizer
AL
IL
NH
RESC
RC
SNF
Keizer
69
Facility 69
OR AVG 62
Rank #94 / 247
Yes
76
Facility 76
OR AVG 54
Rank #57 / 296
-
21
Facility 21
OR AVG 23
Rank #164 / 264
75.4%
Facility 75.4%
OR AVG 70%
Rank #6 / 13
-13
32
Facility 32
OR AVG 31
Rank #149 / 247
2.5
Facility 2.5
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #48 / 247
Keizer Campus Operations, LLCRebecca Sawyer
Battle Creek Memory Care
AL
MC
RC
Salem (South Gateway)
68
Facility 68
OR AVG 62
Rank #95 / 247
Yes
64
Facility 64
OR AVG 54
Rank #109 / 296
Private / Shared Suites
9
Facility 9
OR AVG 23
Rank #222 / 264
-A+7
37
Facility 37
OR AVG 31
Rank #173 / 247
5.3
Facility 5.3
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #148 / 247
Battlecreek Memory Care, LLCNatalie Nelson
Brookdale Salem
AL
Se Salem (Morningside)
60
Facility 60
OR AVG 62
Rank #119 / 247
Yes
53
Facility 53
OR AVG 54
Rank #158 / 296
Suite
48
Facility 48
OR AVG 23
Rank #3 / 264
-A+4
28
Facility 28
OR AVG 31
Rank #140 / 247
7.0
Facility 7.0
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #192 / 247
Brookdale Senior Living Communities, IncBethany Simkins

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other OR assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Oregon

Battle Creek Memory Care is located in Salem, 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 Battle Creek Memory Care

What neighborhood is Battle Creek Memory Care in?

Battle Creek Memory Care is in the South Gateway neighborhood of Salem.

Is Battle Creek Memory Care in a walkable area?

Battle Creek Memory Care has a walk score of 64. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

How long has Battle Creek Memory Care been in business?

Battle Creek Memory Care has been operating for approximately 9 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Battle Creek Memory Care?

Yes, Battle Creek Memory Care allows residents to bring their pets.

What is the best email address for Battle Creek Memory Care?

The team at Battle Creek Memory Care can be reached at nnelson@battlecreekcare.com.

Who is the administrator of Battle Creek Memory Care?

Natalie Nelson is the administrator of Battle Creek Memory Care.

How many beds does Battle Creek Memory Care have?

Battle Creek Memory Care has 68 beds.

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