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Desire For Healing Inc
Desire for Healing is an assisted living community in Pendleton, OR, with 50 beds. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing and medication while allowing a resident to maintain a private living space. The community may be a good fit for someone who prefers a smaller setting where residents and staff can get to know one another.
Desire for Healing opened in 2019 and has staff available around the clock, so residents can reach someone at any hour. Transportation is available for residents who need help arranging travel to planned destinations. The area has a Walk Score of 84, meaning most errands can be completed on foot and a resident who no longer drives may still be able to get out independently. Valerie Scott serves as the administrator.
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About this community
Desire For Healing Inc is administered by Valerie Scott.
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.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes. 7 deficiencies 4 inspections
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 2022 vs. Oregon state average• Total deficiencies (78% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (63% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | OR Average | vs. OR Avg |
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Total deficiencies
| 7 | 32.0 | This facility has 78% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (7 vs. OR avg 32).↓ 78% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 1.8 | 4.8 | This facility has 63% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (1.8 vs. OR avg 4.8).↓ 63% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | OR Average | vs. OR Avg |
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Total inspections
| 4 | 7.0 | This facility has had 43% fewer total inspections than the Oregon average (4 vs. OR avg 7). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 43% fewer |
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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.
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.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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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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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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60
OR AVG
62
Rank
#119 / 247 | Yes |
15
Facility
15
OR AVG
54
Rank
#264 / 296 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 26
Facility
26
OR AVG
23
Rank
#112 / 264 | - | 5 | 17
Facility
17
OR AVG
31
Rank
#75 / 247 | 3.4
Facility
3.4
OR AVG
4.4
Rank
#81 / 247 | Mckay Creek Community Healthcare, LLC | Andrew Steinmeyer |
| Desire For Healing Inc | AL | Pendleton | 50
Facility
50
OR AVG
62
Rank
#146 / 247 | No |
84
Facility
84
OR AVG
54
Rank
#28 / 296 | - | 31
Facility
31
OR AVG
23
Rank
#50 / 264 | - | 4 | 7
Facility
7
OR AVG
31
Rank
#26 / 247 | 1.8
Facility
1.8
OR AVG
4.4
Rank
#28 / 247 | - | Valerie Scott |
| Ashley Manor Senior Living | AL HOS MC | Pendleton | 16 Residents | No |
13
Facility
13
OR AVG
54
Rank
#268 / 296 | Private / Semi-Private Rooms | 21
Facility
21
OR AVG
23
Rank
#164 / 264 | A+ | - | - | - | - | Jason Fletcher |
| Sun Ridge Retirement | AL IL RC | Pendleton | - | Yes |
35
Facility
35
OR AVG
54
Rank
#218 / 296 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 21
Facility
21
OR AVG
23
Rank
#171 / 264 | A+ | - | - | - | - | - |
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 4 on this page. See how we rank facilities
Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Oregon
Desire For Healing Inc is located in PENDLETON, Oregon.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Oregon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Desire For Healing Inc
Is Desire For Healing Inc in a walkable area?
Desire For Healing Inc has a walk score of 84. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
What is the license number of Desire For Healing Inc?
According to OR state health department records, Desire For Healing Inc's license number is 50M144.
How long has Desire For Healing Inc been in business?
Desire For Healing Inc has been operating for approximately 31 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Desire For Healing Inc?
No, Desire For Healing Inc has a no-pet policy.
What is the best email address for Desire For Healing Inc?
The team at Desire For Healing Inc can be reached at valerie.s@desireforhealing.com.
Who is the administrator of Desire For Healing Inc?
Valerie Scott is the administrator of Desire For Healing Inc.
How many beds does Desire For Healing Inc have?
Desire For Healing Inc has 50 beds.
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