Wellsprings Assisted Living Facility
Assisted Living & Respite Care · Ontario, OR
Wellsprings Assisted Living Facility
Assisted Living & Respite Care · Ontario, OR
Overview of Wellsprings Assisted Living Facility
Serving older adults for over 33 years, Wellsprings Assisted Living Facility is an assisted living community in Ontario, Oregon, that offers personal care and nursing services. This 38-bed community is also located in a highly walkable area on West Idaho Avenue, providing convenient access to necessities and services. As a moderately sized community, it also combines a personalized approach to care with a variety of social engagement programs.
Along with nursing services and 24-hour staffing, personal care, medication management, and medical oversight with a physician are provided. For those recovering from illness or injury, rehabilitation services are provided. Respite care is also available for those seeking temporary stays, while scheduled transportation is available for appointments, errands, and outings.
Three nutritious meals and two snacks are served daily in a social setting to encourage interactions through dining. Weekly housekeeping and laundry services are provided, and utilities are included, except telephone service. A variety of social, educational, and recreational programs, including exercise and health-focused activities, are also conducted. On-site devotional services are available for spiritual support, along with amenities such as basic cable television, emergency call systems, and access to a beautician for convenience.
Areas of concern related to kitchen cleanliness and food sanitation require attention. Earlier inspections also cited concerns involving medication administration, staff training, infection control, and quality improvement processes. Moreover, complaint investigations raised issues related to medication administration and staffing tools, although most complaints were not substantiated, and no fines or enforcement actions have been reported.
An in-person visit can help interested families to better understand Wellsprings Assisted Living Facility’s care approach, daily routines, and overall resident experience.
38-bed community Rank #277 / 351Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 277th 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 moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
33 years in operation Rank #54 / 374Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 54th 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: 83 / 100 Rank #62 / 476Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 62nd 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.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusActive
IssuanceMay 3, 1993
CountyMalheur
License Number70A102
Wellsprings Assisted Living Facility is administered by Katherine Tamez.
Owner NameWellsprings Business LLC
Wheelchair Accessible
Emergency SystemsYes, emergency call systems are in place.
Does not accept Medicaid
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Doctor on Staff
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing
Pets not allowed
Visitor PolicyVisitors are allowed 24/7.
Minimum Age55
HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes
Utilities IncludedYes
Full Meal Service
24-Hour On-Site Staff
Weekly Housekeeping And Laundry Services
Scheduled Transportation
Paid Utilities (Except Telephone)
Planned Activities And Social Programs
Emergency Call Systems
Basic Cable Tv
Outdoor Common Areas
Beautician Onsite
Indoor Common Areas
ActivitiesResidents enjoy a full schedule of social, educational, and entertaining activities
Specific ProgramsHealth promotion and exercise programs, Activities onsite, Devotional services onsite
Religious Servicesdevotional services are onsite
Operating Hours24/7
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 2021 · 5 years of data
46 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 2021 vs. Oregon state average
Overall vs. OR average
3 Worse
Metrics worse than Oregon average:
• Total deficiencies (48% above)
• Deficiencies per year (48% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (75% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
• Total deficiencies (48% above)
• Deficiencies per year (48% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (75% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Latest Inspection
June 5, 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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46 | 31 | This facility has 48% more total deficiencies than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (46 vs. OR avg 31).↑ 48% worse |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2021.
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9.2 | 6.2 | This facility has 48% more deficiencies per year than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (9.2 vs. OR avg 6.2).↑ 48% worse |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
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7.7 | 4.4 | This facility has 75% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (7.7 vs. OR avg 4.4).↑ 75% 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.
- September 19, 2024 inspection found 28 deficiencies including failure to investigate abuse, medication errors, infection control failures, and staffing and training issues, with no corrections at revisit.
- June 5, 2025 kitchen inspection cited one food sanitation deficiency for unclean and disrepair areas in kitchen, warewashing, dry food storage, and dining room.
- December 18, 2023 kitchen revisit showed substantial compliance with Food Sanitation Rules after initial deficiencies were identified and addressed.
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Wellsprings Assisted Living Facility
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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Wellsprings Assisted Living Facility
Who is the owner of Wellsprings Assisted Living Facility?
Wellsprings Assisted Living Facility is legally operated by Wellsprings Business LLC, and administered by Katherine Tamez.
Is Wellsprings Assisted Living Facility in a walkable area?
Wellsprings Assisted Living Facility has a walk score of 83. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
What is the license number of Wellsprings Assisted Living Facility?
According to OR state health department records, Wellsprings Assisted Living Facility's license number is 70A102.
Does Wellsprings Assisted Living Facility have different floorplan options?
Yes — see the floorplan options available at Wellsprings Assisted Living Facility on this page.
What is the best email address for Wellsprings Assisted Living Facility?
The team at Wellsprings Assisted Living Facility can be reached at aed@wellspringsliving.com.
Who is the administrator of Wellsprings Assisted Living Facility?
Katherine Tamez is the administrator of Wellsprings Assisted Living Facility.
How many beds does Wellsprings Assisted Living Facility have?
Wellsprings Assisted Living Facility has 38 beds.
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