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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.
Community insights.
About this community
Vista Specialty Care is administered by Mike Jacobs.
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
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.
• Total deficiencies (97% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (79% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | OR Average | vs. OR Avg |
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Total deficiencies
| 1 | 32 | This facility has 97% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (1 vs. OR avg 32).↓ 97% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 1.0 | 4.81 | This facility has 79% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (1 vs. OR avg 4.81).↓ 79% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | OR Average | vs. OR Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
| 1 | 7 | 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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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.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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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.
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Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
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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.
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| 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, LLC | Melinda 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.
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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