Gateway Living
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Springfield, OR
Gateway Living
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Springfield, OR
Offering skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and respite care, Gateway Living is a nursing home in Springfield, Oregon, that has been operating for 35 years with 123 beds. 24-hour nursing services are also provided, supported by an on-staff physician.
Combining clinical support with opportunities for engagement and recreation, the community provides meals prepared on-site by full-time cooks with homestyle recipes. Daily programs, including bingo, arts and crafts, pet therapy, music therapy, and exercise classes, are coordinated by an on-site activities director. Rehabilitation services are also available for residents working toward recovery or improved function.
Some nearby amenities are accessible on foot, as it is located in a relatively walkable area on North Cloverleaf Loop. While transportation is still required to access some services, it is still convenient for family members to visit regularly.
For the past three years, state inspections have identified recurring concerns related to food service sanitation, kitchen maintenance, and staff adherence to food safety procedures. Other deficiencies cited also include treatment order documentation and administrative compliance. While improvements have been made regarding food sanitation practices, other challenges still require attention.
To better understand Gateway Living’s care services, rehabilitation programs, dining operations, and daily activities, families exploring care options are encouraged to conduct an in-person tour.
123-bed community Rank #19 / 351Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 19th 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 larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
35 years in operation Rank #41 / 374Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 41st 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: 56 / 100 Rank #249 / 476Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 249th 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.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
About this community
Facility TypeResidential Care Facility
StatusActive
IssuanceFebruary 1, 1991
CountyLane
License Number5MA042
Gateway Living is administered by Jessica Knox.
Owner NameGateway Assisted Living, Inc
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Doctor on Staff
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Email
jknox@gatewayliving.com
Activitiesbingo, arts and crafts, pet therapy, music therapy, exercise classes
Specific Programs24-hour nursing care, personal caretaking services
Touring HoursMonday-Friday: 8am-5pm
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 2023 · 3 years of data
35 deficiencies
6 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 2023 vs. Oregon state average
Overall vs. OR average
3 Worse
Metrics worse than Oregon average:
• Total deficiencies (13% above)
• Deficiencies per year (14% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (32% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
• Total deficiencies (13% above)
• Deficiencies per year (14% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (32% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Latest Inspection
February 13, 2025
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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35 | 31 | This facility has 13% more total deficiencies than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (35 vs. OR avg 31).↑ 13% worse |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2023.
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11.7 | 10.3 | This facility has 14% more deficiencies per year than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (11.7 vs. OR avg 10.3).↑ 14% worse |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
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5.8 | 4.4 | This facility has 32% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (5.8 vs. OR avg 4.4).↑ 32% worse |
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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6 | 7 | This facility has had 14% fewer total inspections than the Oregon average (6 vs. OR avg 7). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 14% fewer |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- February 13, 2025 routine inspection found 2 deficiencies for food safety, sanitation, and kitchen repairs with staff failing proper food temperature and labeling procedures.
- February 5, 2025 complaint investigation found 2 unresolved deficiencies for licensing complaint investigation and treatment orders not corrected from prior visits.
- November 15, 2023 re-licensure survey cited 29 deficiencies including administration, resident rights, medication systems, infection control, and fire safety, with some remaining uncorrected at revisits.
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1.0 miles from city 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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Springfield | 123 | No | - | 56 | - |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gateway Living
Who is the owner of Gateway Living?
Gateway Living is legally operated by Gateway Assisted Living, Inc., and administered by Jessica Knox.
Is Gateway Living in a walkable area?
Gateway Living has a walk score of 56. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
What is the license number of Gateway Living?
According to OR state health department records, Gateway Living's license number is 5MA042.
What is the best email address for Gateway Living?
The team at Gateway Living can be reached at jknox@gatewayliving.com.
Who is the administrator of Gateway Living?
Jessica Knox is the administrator of Gateway Living.
How many beds does Gateway Living have?
Gateway Living has 123 beds.
Has Gateway Living had any recent deficiencies?
Gateway Living has had 35 recently reported deficiencies.
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