The Esther at Riverbend Assisted Living
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Springfield, OR
The Esther at Riverbend Assisted Living
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Springfield, OR
Experience first-class assisted living at The Esther at Riverbend, an elegant senior living community in Lane County, Springfield,OR, offering a serene space for living a fulfilling retirement life. The community features fourteen different senior living apartment floor plans, providing residents with plenty of options to choose the ideal residence that matches their lifestyle needs and preferences. A compassionate care team is available 24/7 to offer assistance should residents need it.
Residents feel safe and cared for with offerings of assistance with activities of daily living, personal care assistance, housekeeping, laundry, and transportation services. An experienced nurse thoroughly assesses residents’ needs and provides them with personalized care plans tailored to satisfy those needs. An array of meaningful and stimulating activities, such as musical programs, guest educational lectures, weekly outings, volunteering projects, and so much more are available to keep residents engaged and active.
115-bed community Rank #31 / 351Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 31st 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.
2 years in operation Rank #349 / 374Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 349th 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 newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score: 50 / 100 Rank #289 / 476Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 289th 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.
BBB Rating: A (Not Accredited)
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About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusActive
IssuanceJanuary 9, 2024
CountyLane
The Esther at Riverbend Assisted Living is legally operated by Foc - Springfield II, LLC, and administered by Peter Blanchard.
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
ContactCam Radford, Company Contact
Smoking not allowed
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 2024 · 2 years of data
2 deficiencies
2 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 2024 vs. Oregon state average
Overall vs. OR average
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
5 Better
Metrics better than Oregon average:
• Total deficiencies (94% below)
• Deficiencies per year (94% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (77% below)
• Licensing violations (92% below)
• Total inspections (71% below)
• Total deficiencies (94% below)
• Deficiencies per year (94% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (77% below)
• Licensing violations (92% below)
• Total inspections (71% below)
Latest Inspection
May 9, 2025
Deficiencies
| This Facility | OR Average | vs. OR Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 2 | 31 | This facility has 94% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (2 vs. OR avg 31).↓ 94% better |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2024.
| 1 | 15.5 | This facility has 94% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (1 vs. OR avg 15.5).↓ 94% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 1 | 4.4 | This facility has 77% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (1 vs. OR avg 4.4).↓ 77% better |
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Licensing violations
Violations of state licensing requirements identified during facility inspections.
| 1 | 12 | This facility has 92% fewer licensing violations than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (1 vs. OR avg 12).↓ 92% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | OR Average | vs. OR Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 2 | 7 | This facility has 71% fewer total inspections than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (2 vs. OR avg 7).↓ 71% better |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- May 9, 2025 complaint investigation found two deficiencies in staffing requirements and acuity-based staffing tool updates, both uncorrected at the time of inspection.
- July 22, 2024 initial licensure survey found the facility in substantial compliance with state regulations, with only one minor deficiency noted.
- Staffing was a recurring theme with deficiencies in both 2024 and 2025 inspections, indicating ongoing issues with staffing plans and tools.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 464 / 514 / 600 / 719 / 893 / 1010 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Beauty Services
Transportation Services
Housekeeping Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Exercise Programs
Music and Arts Classes
Parking Available
Places of interest near The Esther at Riverbend Assisted Living
2.8 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.
| The Esther at Riverbend Assisted Living | AL MC RC | Springfield | 115
Facility
115
OR AVG
67
Rank
#31 / 351 | Yes |
50
Facility
50
OR AVG
55
Rank
#289 / 476 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 2
Facility
2
OR AVG
21
Rank
#349 / 374 | A | 2 | 2
Facility
2
OR AVG
31
Rank
#9 / 334 | 1.0
Facility
1.0
OR AVG
4.4
Rank
#8 / 334 | Foc - Springfield II, LLC | Peter Blanchard |
| Middlefield Oaks Senior Living | AL MC RC | Cottage Grove | 36
Facility
36
OR AVG
67
Rank
#280 / 351 | Yes |
34
Facility
34
OR AVG
55
Rank
#367 / 476 | Private / Shared Suites | 19
Facility
19
OR AVG
21
Rank
#224 / 374 | - | 8 | 42
Facility
42
OR AVG
31
Rank
#237 / 334 | 5.3
Facility
5.3
OR AVG
4.4
Rank
#198 / 334 | Middlefield Oaks Assisted Living, LLC | Nicole Sisney |
Financial Assistance for
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Esther at Riverbend Assisted Living
Who is the owner of The Esther at Riverbend Assisted Living?
The Esther at Riverbend Assisted Living is legally operated by Foc - Springfield II, LLC, and administered by Peter Blanchard.
Is The Esther at Riverbend Assisted Living in a walkable area?
The Esther at Riverbend Assisted Living has a walk score of 50. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
Are pets allowed at The Esther at Riverbend Assisted Living?
No, The Esther at Riverbend Assisted Living has a no-pet policy.
What is the best email address for The Esther at Riverbend Assisted Living?
The team at The Esther at Riverbend Assisted Living can be reached at peter@onelifeseniorliving.com.
Who is the administrator of The Esther at Riverbend Assisted Living?
Peter Blanchard is the administrator of The Esther at Riverbend Assisted Living.
How many beds does The Esther at Riverbend Assisted Living have?
The Esther at Riverbend Assisted Living has 115 beds.
Has The Esther at Riverbend Assisted Living had any recent deficiencies?
The Esther at Riverbend Assisted Living has had 2 recently reported deficiencies.
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