Cascades of Bend Retirement Community
Assisted Living, Memory Care, Residential Care & Respite Care · Bend, OR

Cascades of Bend Retirement Community

Assisted Living, Memory Care, Residential Care & Respite Care · Bend, OR
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Cascades of Bend Retirement Community accepts Medicaid.

Overview of Cascades of Bend Retirement Community

Cascades of Bend Retirement Community, located in Bend, Oregon, stands out for offering an ideal environment conducive to a worry-free lifestyle in the charming beer capital of Oregon. Nestled in a small city, residents can relish a relaxed and social atmosphere while appreciating the natural beauty of the surroundings, including the stunning Cascade Mountains. Beyond residential care, the community provides specialized services such as memory care and respite care, making a positive impact on families and seniors through its enthusiastic and welcoming environment.

Distinguished by diverse menus and daily chef specials, Cascades of Bend ensures a culinary experience that caters to varied tastes. The community’s well-maintained environment, featuring oversized windows and inviting interiors, contributes to the overall comfort and satisfaction of its residents. Seniors can anticipate a plethora of offerings and a warm atmosphere at Cascades of Bend Retirement Community, making it an appealing choice for those seeking independent living services and senior living in a vibrant community. 

Bed community size
70-bed community Rank #141 / 351Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 141st 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
44 years in operation Rank #14 / 375Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 14th 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: 28 / 100 Rank #393 / 475Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 393rd 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.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Facility
StatusActive
IssuanceJanuary 1, 1982
CountyDeschutes

Ownership & Operating Entity

Cascades of Bend Retirement Community is legally operated by Cascade Living Group- Oregon, LLC, and administered by Misty Nichlolas-Liceaga.

Type Of Units

Total
70 units
Total beds
70 units

Payment & Insurance

1 service
Does not accept Medicare

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
HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Beautiful Landscaping
Fitness Center
Outdoor Space With Views And Wildlife
Robust Life Enrichment
Dining Room With Views
Daily Chef Specials
Everdine A La Carte Menus
Scheduled Transportation
Theater Room
Courtyard With Patio Seating
Well-Stocked Library
Activity Rooms
Everfit Wellness Programs
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.

Since 2022 · 4 years of data 12 deficiencies 3 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 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 4 Better Metrics better than Oregon average:
• Total deficiencies (61% below)
• Deficiencies per year (62% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (9% below)
• Licensing violations (58% below)
Latest Inspection January 7, 2025 3 deficiencies

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. 1231 This facility has 61% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (12 vs. OR avg 31).↓ 61% better
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2022. 37.8 This facility has 62% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (3 vs. OR avg 7.8).↓ 62% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 44.4 This facility has 9% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (4 vs. OR avg 4.4).↓ 9% better
Licensing violations Info Violations of state licensing requirements identified during facility inspections. 512 This facility has 58% fewer licensing violations than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (5 vs. OR avg 12).↓ 58% 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 routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 37 This facility has had 57% fewer total inspections than the Oregon average (3 vs. OR avg 7). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 57% fewer

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

  • January 7, 2025 inspection found 3 deficiencies including unsanitary kitchen conditions and improper food handling, with staff acknowledging the violations.
  • August 16, 2023 kitchen inspection showed repeated sanitation and food handling deficiencies not corrected on first two revisits but fixed by second revisit.
  • August 22, 2022 re-licensure survey cited 6 deficiencies in care plans, medication, staffing, safety, and building maintenance, with most corrected by revisit.

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Fitness and Recreation

Managed by Crystal Brokaw

Executive Director

Over 7 years of experience

Crystal Brokaw is the Executive Director at Cascades of Bend Retirement Community. She began her senior living career as a nurse and Wellness Director, bringing over seven years of experience with a strong focus on memory care. Crystal’s clinical expertise and passion for senior care have guided her transition into leadership, where she oversees community operations with dedication and professionalism.

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Cascades of Bend Retirement Community

1 Bedroom
Semi-private
Semi-private
Semi-private

Places of interest near Cascades of Bend Retirement Community

Address 1.9 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Bend's city center to Cascades of Bend Retirement Community's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Bend

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

Touchmark at Mount Bachelor Village
AL
HC
IL
MC
RESC
Bend (Century West)
95
Facility 95
OR AVG 67
Rank #62 / 351
Yes
41
Facility 41
OR AVG 55
Rank #330 / 475
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
23
Facility 23
OR AVG 21
Rank #195 / 375
-7
16
Facility 16
OR AVG 31
Rank #63 / 291
2.3
Facility 2.3
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #34 / 291
Touchmark At Mt Bachelor Village, LLCIan Handke
Regency Village at Bend
AL
IL
RC
Bend (Larkspur)
88
Facility 88
OR AVG 67
Rank #80 / 351
No
81
Facility 81
OR AVG 55
Rank #81 / 475
-
30
Facility 30
OR AVG 21
Rank #78 / 375
-5
10
Facility 10
OR AVG 31
Rank #37 / 291
2.0
Facility 2.0
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #26 / 291
Bd Bend I, LLCSarah Johnson
Cascades of Bend Retirement Community
AL
MC
RESC
RC
Bend (Mountain View)
70
Facility 70
OR AVG 67
Rank #141 / 351
Yes
28
Facility 28
OR AVG 55
Rank #393 / 475
Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
44
Facility 44
OR AVG 21
Rank #14 / 375
-3
12
Facility 12
OR AVG 31
Rank #43 / 291
4.0
Facility 4.0
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #101 / 291
Cascade Living Group- Oregon, LLCMisty Nichlolas-Liceaga
Bend Transitional Care
AL
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Bend (Mountain View)
60
Facility 60
OR AVG 67
Rank #181 / 351
No
70
Facility 70
OR AVG 55
Rank #158 / 475
-
16
Facility 16
OR AVG 21
Rank #246 / 375
92.8% 10
21
Facility 21
OR AVG 31
Rank #107 / 291
2.1
Facility 2.1
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #30 / 291
Ohana Harmony House, LLCHeather Jeffers
Regency Care of Central Oregon
AL
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Bend (Southern Crossing)
46
Facility 46
OR AVG 67
Rank #252 / 351
No
80
Facility 80
OR AVG 55
Rank #88 / 475
-
16
Facility 16
OR AVG 21
Rank #246 / 375
70.2% 10
30
Facility 30
OR AVG 31
Rank #160 / 291
3.0
Facility 3.0
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #61 / 291
Bd Bend III, LLCAmy Stone

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Oregon

Cascades of Bend Retirement Community is located in Bend, 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 Cascades of Bend Retirement Community

What neighborhood is Cascades of Bend Retirement Community in?

Cascades of Bend Retirement Community is in the Mountain View neighborhood of Bend.

Who is the owner of Cascades of Bend Retirement Community?

Cascades of Bend Retirement Community is legally operated by Cascade Living Group- Oregon, LLC, and administered by Misty Nichlolas-Liceaga.

Is Cascades of Bend Retirement Community in a walkable area?

Cascades of Bend Retirement Community has a walk score of 28. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Does Cascades of Bend Retirement Community have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Cascades of Bend Retirement Community on this page.

Are pets allowed at Cascades of Bend Retirement Community?

Yes, Cascades of Bend Retirement Community allows residents to bring their pets.

What is the best email address for Cascades of Bend Retirement Community?

The team at Cascades of Bend Retirement Community can be reached at mistyn@cascadeliving.com.

Who is the administrator of Cascades of Bend Retirement Community?

Misty Nichlolas-Liceaga is the administrator of Cascades of Bend Retirement Community.

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