Vista Specialty Care

Overview of Vista Specialty Care

At 103 Adams Avenue in La Grande, Vista Specialty Care occupies a walkable address in Union County, Oregon, with a Walk Score of 78; most daily needs are reachable on foot from this location. The 78-bed facility has been operating for about 21 years under Evergreen Oregon Healthcare Valley View, LLC, with Mike Jacobs serving as administrator.

The facility carries Joint Commission accreditation, an independent clinical and operational review that goes beyond standard state licensure requirements. Rehabilitation services are available on-site, and the facility accepts both Medicare and Medicaid.

Oversight is provided by the Oregon Department of Human Services, Aging and People with Disabilities. Care planning and documentation is the theme the inspection record associates with this facility.

For families in eastern Oregon seeking a nursing home with an accreditation track record and access to Medicare and Medicaid coverage, Vista Specialty Care is one of the few Joint Commission-accredited options in the La Grande area, positioned to serve both short-term post-acute needs and longer-term care placements.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services. 78 Rank #113 / 350Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 113th 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.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Years of operating Info A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care. Rank #208 / 375Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 208th 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.
21 years
Walk Score Info Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk. Rank #96 / 462Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 96th 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.
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeNursing Facility
StatusClosed-Owner
IssuanceNovember 3, 2004
CountyUnion
AccreditationsJoint Commission

Ownership & Operating Entity

Vista Specialty Care is administered by Mike Jacobs.

Owner NameEvergreen Oregon Healthcare Valley View, LLC

Additional Services

1 service
Rehabilitation

Contact Information

Fax(541) 963-0479

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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 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Oregon average:
• Total deficiencies (97% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (79% below)

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. 132 This facility has 97% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (1 vs. OR avg 32).↓ 97% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 1.04.81 This facility has 79% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (1 vs. OR avg 4.81).↓ 79% better

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. 17 This facility has had 86% fewer total inspections than the Oregon average (1 vs. OR avg 7). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 86% fewer

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Compare Assisted Living around La Grande

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. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
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.
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.
Vista Specialty Care
AL
La Grande
78
Facility 78
OR AVG 67
Rank #113 / 350
No
78
Facility 78
OR AVG 56
Rank #96 / 462
-
21
Facility 21
OR AVG 22
Rank #208 / 375
1
1
Facility 1
OR AVG 31
Rank #3 / 283
1.0
Facility 1.0
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #11 / 283
-Mike Jacobs
Wildflower Lodge
AL
MC
La Grande
30
Facility 30
OR AVG 67
Rank #302 / 350
Yes
51
Facility 51
OR AVG 56
Rank #280 / 462
Studio / 1 Bed
25
Facility 25
OR AVG 22
Rank #160 / 375
10
77
Facility 77
OR AVG 31
Rank #279 / 283
7.7
Facility 7.7
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #240 / 283
Ahr La Grande Or Alf Trs Sub, LLCMelinda Ehlers

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Oregon

Vista Specialty Care is located in La Grande, Oregon.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in 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 Vista Specialty Care

Who is the owner of Vista Specialty Care?

Vista Specialty Care is legally operated by Evergreen Oregon Healthcare Valley View, LLC, and administered by Mike Jacobs.

Is Vista Specialty Care in a walkable area?

Vista Specialty Care has a walk score of 78. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

How long has Vista Specialty Care been in business?

Vista Specialty Care has been operating for approximately 21 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Vista Specialty Care?

No, Vista Specialty Care has a no-pet policy.

What is the best email address for Vista Specialty Care?

The team at Vista Specialty Care can be reached at ed057@ehcmail.com.

Who is the administrator of Vista Specialty Care?

Mike Jacobs is the administrator of Vista Specialty Care.

How many beds does Vista Specialty Care have?

Vista Specialty Care has 78 beds.

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