Emerald Gardens
Memory Care, Assisted Living, Hospice Care & Respite Care · Woodburn, OR
Emerald Gardens
Memory Care, Assisted Living, Hospice Care & Respite Care · Woodburn, OR
Emerald Gardens accepts Medicaid.
Overview of Emerald Gardens
Emerald Gardens is an elegant luxury assisted living and memory care that enhances seniors’ standard of living in Woodburn. Management and staff have also embodied dedication and professionalism to provide residents with healthy and well-balanced holistic wellness; they ensure that residents enhance their lives with care and ease with personalized care that caters to their unique needs.
Emerald Gardens creates a residential lifestyle centered on each individual’s comfort and safety. They ensure that the unmatched level of community accommodations is delivered to each resident. These include housekeeping, laundry, social events, recreational activities, fitness classes, medication management, routine maintenance, 24-hour snacks and beverages, life enrichment programs, and transportation services.
59-bed community Rank #193 / 351Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 193rd out of 351 homes in Oregon. 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.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.
38 years in operation Rank #26 / 374Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 26th out of 374 homes in Oregon. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Oregon facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.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: 49 / 100 Rank #292 / 476Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 292nd out of 476 homes in Oregon. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Oregon facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.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
2021 Best of Senior Living award recipient
Facility TypeResidential Care Facility
StatusActive
IssuanceOctober 1, 1987
CountyMarion
Emerald Gardens is legally operated by RSL Woodburn, LLC, and administered by Teresa Smith.
Total
59 units
Total beds
59 units
Safety Features24-hour onsite staff
Respite Care
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing
Smoking not allowed
HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes
Utilities IncludedYes
Three Meals Daily
Weekly Housekeeping
Full Calendar Of Activities
Pet-Friendly Community
Beauty/Barber Shop
Activities
Specific ProgramsHealthy Living Life Enrichment Program, Activities for a Healthy Body, Activities for a Sharp Mind, Activities for a Happy Spirit
Religious Services
Operating HoursMonday-Sunday: 24 hours
Assisted Care from$3,950 per month
Memory Care from$5,650 per month
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 2021 · 5 years of data
43 deficiencies
7 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 2021 vs. Oregon state average
Overall vs. OR average
3 Worse
Metrics worse than Oregon average:
• Total deficiencies (39% above)
• Deficiencies per year (39% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (39% above) 1 At Avg Metrics at Oregon average:
• Total inspections (at OR avg) 1 Better Metrics better than Oregon average:
• Licensing violations (17% below)
• Total deficiencies (39% above)
• Deficiencies per year (39% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (39% above) 1 At Avg Metrics at Oregon average:
• Total inspections (at OR avg) 1 Better Metrics better than Oregon average:
• Licensing violations (17% below)
Latest Inspection
August 13, 2025
2 deficiencies
Deficiencies
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This Facility | OR Average | vs. OR Avg |
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
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43 | 31 | This facility has 39% more total deficiencies than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (43 vs. OR avg 31).↑ 39% worse |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2021.
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8.6 | 6.2 | This facility has 39% more deficiencies per year than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (8.6 vs. OR avg 6.2).↑ 39% worse |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
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6.1 | 4.4 | This facility has 39% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (6.1 vs. OR avg 4.4).↑ 39% worse |
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Licensing violations
Violations of state licensing requirements identified during facility inspections.
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10 | 12 | This facility has 17% fewer licensing violations than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (10 vs. OR avg 12).↓ 17% better |
Inspections
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This Facility | OR Average | vs. OR Avg |
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
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7 | 7 | This facility has total inspections in line with the Oregon average (7 vs. OR avg 7).— At avg |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- August 13, 2025 inspection found 2 deficiencies for kitchen sanitation and administration compliance with memory care licensing rules.
- February 12, 2025 survey identified 9 deficiencies including infection prevention, psychotropic medication systems, staffing, and administration compliance, none corrected at revisit.
- March 6, 2025 complaint investigation found 2 unresolved deficiencies related to staffing requirements and acuity-based staffing tool.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 325-462 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed
Building Type: Two-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Teresa Smith serves as Executive Director at Emerald Gardens, bringing 18 years of senior care experience. Starting as a caregiver at Emerald Gardens, she has gained comprehensive knowledge of senior care operations. Teresa is known for her empathetic and effective leadership, deeply understanding the needs of residents and staff alike. She is a longtime Woodburn resident and enjoys family activities along the Oregon coast.
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Emerald Gardens
Places of interest near Emerald Gardens
0.8 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Woodburn's city center to Emerald Gardens's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 11.44 miles to nearest hospital (Providence Newberg Medical Center)
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The information below is reported by the Oregon Department of Human Services, Aging and People with Disabilities.
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| Emerald Gardens |
MC
AL
HOS
RC
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Woodburn |
59
Facility
59
OR AVG
67
Rank
#193 / 351
| Yes |
49
Facility
49
OR AVG
55
Rank
#292 / 476
| Studio / 1 Bed |
38
Facility
38
OR AVG
21
Rank
#26 / 374
| 7 |
43
Facility
43
OR AVG
31
Rank
#244 / 334
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6.1
Facility
6.1
OR AVG
4.4
Rank
#232 / 334
| Rsl Woodburn, LLC | Teresa Smith |
| Heartwood Place Memory Care |
MC
RC
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Woodburn |
48
Facility
48
OR AVG
67
Rank
#237 / 351
| No |
38
Facility
38
OR AVG
55
Rank
#347 / 476
| Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms |
12
Facility
12
OR AVG
21
Rank
#269 / 374
| 6 |
15
Facility
15
OR AVG
31
Rank
#73 / 334
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2.5
Facility
2.5
OR AVG
4.4
Rank
#54 / 334
| Wmc Operating Company LLC | Laurie Pomeroy |
| Heritage House of Woodburn |
MC
AL
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Woodburn |
15
Facility
15
OR AVG
67
Rank
#334 / 351
| No |
51
Facility
51
OR AVG
55
Rank
#281 / 476
| Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms |
25
Facility
25
OR AVG
21
Rank
#159 / 374
| 5 |
30
Facility
30
OR AVG
31
Rank
#173 / 334
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6.0
Facility
6.0
OR AVG
4.4
Rank
#228 / 334
| Pacific Living Centers North, LLC | Victoria Martinez |
Financial Assistance for
Memory Care in Oregon
Emerald Gardens is located in Woodburn, Oregon.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Oregon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Emerald Gardens
Who is the owner of Emerald Gardens?
Emerald Gardens is legally operated by RSL Woodburn, LLC, and administered by Teresa Smith.
Is Emerald Gardens in a walkable area?
Emerald Gardens has a walk score of 49. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
Does Emerald Gardens have different floorplan options?
Yes — see the floorplan options available at Emerald Gardens on this page.
Are pets allowed at Emerald Gardens?
No, Emerald Gardens has a no-pet policy.
What is the best email address for Emerald Gardens?
The team at Emerald Gardens can be reached at tsmith@egseniorliving.com.
Who is the administrator of Emerald Gardens?
Teresa Smith is the administrator of Emerald Gardens.
How many beds does Emerald Gardens have?
Emerald Gardens has 59 beds.
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