Faye Wright Senior Living
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Salem, OR

Faye Wright Senior Living

Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Salem, OR
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Faye Wright Senior Living accepts Medicaid.

Overview of Faye Wright Senior Living

Administered by Heinz Gehner, Faye Wright Senior Living is a 122-bed assisted living and memory care community in Salem, Oregon, situated on Boone Road Southeast in a really walkable neighborhood where most errands can be finished on foot. It’s operated by Sabra West Coast Operations III, LLC, the 31-year-old community with a single-story layout offers studio and one-bedroom floor plans. They’re designed to meet the needs of older adults requiring assistance with daily activities while upholding independence.

Three care levels under one roof are offered: assisted living for occupants needing help with daily living activities, memory care for those with cognitive decline, and respite care for short-term stays. This on-campus continuum means families don’t have to relocate a loved one as care needs change. The surrounding Salem neighborhood scores 72 for walkability, making it easy for family members and visitors to walk around. The location offers access to nearby services and community resources without needing a car for every errand. The home has 122 beds across its assisted living, memory care, and respite care departments, allowing it to serve a diverse population with varying care needs in one setting.

State inspectors have noted concerns surrounding kitchen operations, food safety, sanitation practices, and memory care compliance.

Families touring Faye Wright Senior Living will want to ask how it manages operational areas and what steps it has taken to address them.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services. 122 Rank #22 / 350Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 22nd out of 350 homes 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 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.

Medium-capacity home · Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Years of operating Info A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care. Rank #71 / 375Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 71st out of 375 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.
31 years
Walk Score Info Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk. Rank #147 / 462Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 147th out of 462 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.
72 / 100

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Facility
StatusActive
IssuanceAugust 24, 1994
CountyMarion

Ownership & Operating Entity

Faye Wright Senior Living is legally operated by Sabra West Coast Operations III, LLC, and administered by Heinz Gehner.

Contact Information

Additional Policies & Features

Smoking not allowed

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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 (50% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (43% 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. 4832 This facility has 50% more total deficiencies than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (48 vs. OR avg 32).↑ 50% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 6.94.81 This facility has 43% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (6.9 vs. OR avg 4.81).↑ 43% 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 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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No pets allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Address 3.7 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Salem's city center to Faye Wright Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Salem

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 to lowest based on our ranking 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.
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.
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.
Faye Wright Senior Living
AL
MC
RC
Salem (Faye Wright)
122
Facility 122
OR AVG 67
Rank #22 / 350
No
72
Facility 72
OR AVG 56
Rank #147 / 462
Studio / 1 Bed
31
Facility 31
OR AVG 22
Rank #71 / 375
--7
48
Facility 48
OR AVG 31
Rank #251 / 283
6.9
Facility 6.9
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #219 / 283
Sabra West Coast Operations III, LLCHeinz Gehner
The Springs At Willowcreek
AL
MC
Salem (East Lancaster)
85
Facility 85
OR AVG 67
Rank #89 / 350
Yes
48
Facility 48
OR AVG 56
Rank #299 / 462
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
28
Facility 28
OR AVG 22
Rank #109 / 375
-A-5
14
Facility 14
OR AVG 31
Rank #62 / 283
2.8
Facility 2.8
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #65 / 283
Lancaster Woods Operator, LLCMireya Melchor
Avamere Court at Keizer
AL
IL
NH
RESC
RC
SNF
Keizer
69
Facility 69
OR AVG 67
Rank #147 / 350
Yes
76
Facility 76
OR AVG 56
Rank #108 / 462
-
21
Facility 21
OR AVG 22
Rank #208 / 375
75.4%
Facility 75.4%
OR AVG 74.7%
Rank #36 / 69
-13
32
Facility 32
OR AVG 31
Rank #171 / 283
2.5
Facility 2.5
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #54 / 283
Keizer Campus Operations, LLCRebecca Sawyer
Battle Creek Memory Care
AL
MC
RC
Salem (South Gateway)
68
Facility 68
OR AVG 67
Rank #148 / 350
Yes
64
Facility 64
OR AVG 56
Rank #192 / 462
Private / Shared Suites
9
Facility 9
OR AVG 22
Rank #294 / 375
-A+7
37
Facility 37
OR AVG 31
Rank #200 / 283
5.3
Facility 5.3
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #170 / 283
Battlecreek Memory Care, LLCNatalie Nelson
Brookdale Salem
AL
Se Salem (Morningside)
60
Facility 60
OR AVG 67
Rank #180 / 350
Yes
53
Facility 53
OR AVG 56
Rank #265 / 462
Suite
48
Facility 48
OR AVG 22
Rank #3 / 375
-A+4
28
Facility 28
OR AVG 31
Rank #159 / 283
7.0
Facility 7.0
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #220 / 283
Brookdale Senior Living Communities, IncBethany Simkins

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Oregon

Faye Wright Senior Living is located in Salem, 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 Faye Wright Senior Living

What neighborhood is Faye Wright Senior Living in?

Faye Wright Senior Living is in the Faye Wright neighborhood of Salem.

Who is the owner of Faye Wright Senior Living?

Faye Wright Senior Living is legally operated by Sabra West Coast Operations III, LLC, and administered by Heinz Gehner.

Is Faye Wright Senior Living in a walkable area?

Faye Wright Senior Living has a walk score of 72. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

How long has Faye Wright Senior Living been in business?

Faye Wright Senior Living has been operating for approximately 31 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Faye Wright Senior Living?

No, Faye Wright Senior Living has a no-pet policy.

What is the best email address for Faye Wright Senior Living?

The team at Faye Wright Senior Living can be reached at heinz.gehner@sincerisl.com.

Who is the administrator of Faye Wright Senior Living?

Heinz Gehner is the administrator of Faye Wright Senior Living.

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