Best Memory Care in Salem, OR

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 16 memory care providers in Salem, OR using OR Dept. of Human Services (ODHS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in OR
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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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
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.
Tierra Rose Care Center
MC
AL
NH
RESC
SNF
Ne Salem
76
Facility 76
OR AVG 63
Rank #53 / 178
No
50
Facility 50
OR AVG 55
Rank #130 / 212
-
32
Facility 32
OR AVG 22
Rank #30 / 192
-C-12
79
Facility 79
OR AVG 31
Rank #175 / 177
6.6
Facility 6.6
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #165 / 177
-Colleen Rees
The Springs At Willowcreek
MC
AL
Salem (East Lancaster)
85
Facility 85
OR AVG 63
Rank #37 / 178
Yes
48
Facility 48
OR AVG 55
Rank #138 / 212
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
28
Facility 28
OR AVG 22
Rank #53 / 192
A-A+5
13
Facility 13
OR AVG 31
Rank #27 / 177
2.6
Facility 2.6
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #32 / 177
Lancaster Woods Operator, LLCMelissa Lackey
Battle Creek Memory Care
MC
AL
RC
Salem (South Gateway)
68
Facility 68
OR AVG 63
Rank #66 / 178
Yes
64
Facility 64
OR AVG 55
Rank #80 / 212
Private / Shared Suites
9
Facility 9
OR AVG 22
Rank #156 / 192
A+B+7
28
Facility 28
OR AVG 31
Rank #110 / 177
4.0
Facility 4.0
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #96 / 177
Battlecreek Memory Care, LLCNatalie Nelson
Brookstone Alzheimer’s Special Care Center
MC
RC
Salem (South Gateway)
57
Facility 57
OR AVG 63
Rank #95 / 178
No
54
Facility 54
OR AVG 55
Rank #114 / 212
Private Studio / Shared Studio
30
Facility 30
OR AVG 22
Rank #41 / 192
A+A5
13
Facility 13
OR AVG 31
Rank #32 / 177
2.6
Facility 2.6
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #44 / 177
Sh1 Brookstone Opco LLCBrandy Khlystov
Capital Manor
MC
AL
CCRC
HC
IL
RESC
Salem (West Salem)
117
Facility 117
OR AVG 63
Rank #15 / 178
Yes
28
Facility 28
OR AVG 55
Rank #177 / 212
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
27
Facility 27
OR AVG 22
Rank #61 / 192
-B5
22
Facility 22
OR AVG 31
Rank #65 / 177
4.4
Facility 4.4
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #73 / 177
Capital Manor, IncPatty Kidd
The Village at Keizer Ridge
MC
AL
RC
Keizer
23
Facility 23
OR AVG 63
Rank #161 / 178
Yes
12
Facility 12
OR AVG 55
Rank #195 / 212
Private Rooms
10
Facility 10
OR AVG 22
Rank #146 / 192
-B+5
19
Facility 19
OR AVG 31
Rank #46 / 177
3.8
Facility 3.8
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #52 / 177
Csl Keizer Ridge Or Tenant, LLCKristina Johnson
Faye Wright Senior Living
MC
AL
RC
Salem (Faye Wright)
122
Facility 122
OR AVG 63
Rank #11 / 178
No
72
Facility 72
OR AVG 55
Rank #59 / 212
Studio / 1 Bed
32
Facility 32
OR AVG 22
Rank #30 / 192
-C-7
46
Facility 46
OR AVG 31
Rank #152 / 177
6.6
Facility 6.6
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #128 / 177
Sabra West Coast Operations III, LLCViolet Presley
Iuditas Memory Care
MC
RC
Salem (Highland)
40
Facility 40
OR AVG 63
Rank #126 / 178
No
69
Facility 69
OR AVG 55
Rank #69 / 212
Suite
5
Facility 5
OR AVG 22
Rank #178 / 192
-C13
78
Facility 78
OR AVG 31
Rank #142 / 177
6.0
Facility 6.0
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #48 / 177
Iuditas' Memory Care Limited Liability CompanyCassandra Bracamonte
Cedar Village Assisted Living Community
MC
AL
Ne Salem
62
Facility 62
OR AVG 63
Rank #81 / 178
Yes
9
Facility 9
OR AVG 55
Rank #205 / 212
-
26
Facility 26
OR AVG 22
Rank #75 / 192
-C9
51
Facility 51
OR AVG 31
Rank #147 / 177
5.7
Facility 5.7
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #111 / 177
-Sydnee Mancino
Windsong at Eola Hills
MC
Nw Salem
64
Facility 64
OR AVG 63
Rank #76 / 178
No--
11
Facility 11
OR AVG 22
Rank #142 / 192
-C6
36
Facility 36
OR AVG 31
Rank #101 / 177
6.0
Facility 6.0
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #108 / 177
-Rachel Nash

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each memory care community is ranked against every other OR memory care community we track that reports that metric, not just the 16 analyzed for Salem. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of The Springs at Willowcreek

The Springs at Willowcreek offers private studio apartments and inviting shared spaces in the heart of Salem. The community provides a range of personalized care services, including assisted living and memory care, delivered with kindness and empathy by their compassionate staff. They believe in fostering a sense of belonging and community, where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.

The culinary team at The Springs at Willowcreek creates seasonal meals and classic recipes that nourish both the body and soul, served in a cozy community dining room that radiates familial charm. For those who need round-the-clock assistance, the community offers comfortable group living spaces and a dedicated team of caregivers who are always available to provide support and assistance.

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Overview of Brookstone Alzheimer’s Special Care Center

An outstanding senior living community settling in the peaceful neighborhood of Woodside Drive Southeast, Salem, OR, Brookstone Alzheimer’s Special Care Center provides companion living, memory care, and respite care. Cherish personal time within the ethereal and vibrant accommodations of the community in a variation of private and companion suites, ensuring the utmost comfort and convenience. The community prides itself on a responsible and highly skilled team delivering top-notch care and support for seniors to optimize their autonomy and gain meaningful experiences.

Join exciting activities and meet people with diverse perspectives through enjoyable events for leisure and wellness. Dedicated to seniors’ well-being, the community serves healthy and tasty meals to meet dietary restrictions and preferences. Brookstone Alzheimer’s Special Care Center is great for seniors seeking solace in their golden years with its friendly community and incredible amenities.

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Overview of Battle Creek Memory Care

Battle Creek Memory Care is a sanctuary nestled in the serene surroundings of Salem, Oregon. This exquisite community is thoughtfully designed to provide a safe haven for individuals facing the challenges of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. As one of the premier memory care living facilities, the home offers a range of specialized services and support to enhance the well-being of residents and their families. One of the unique aspects of Battle Creek Memory Care is the absence of buy-in fees and long-term lease arrangements. This flexibility allows families to focus solely on the well-being of their loved ones, without the burden of financial commitments.

The indoor and outdoor lounge areas create a welcoming atmosphere that encourages residents and their families to feel connected and at ease. A plethora of engaging activities awaits, including events, classes, and so much more. The community also offers memory care support groups, providing a valuable space for families to connect, share experiences, and find solace in a supportive community. Residents can look forward to weekly outings, stimulating card and board games, non-denominational worship, and engaging cooking and art classes. Every detail within the living spaces is meticulously designed to exude beauty and comfort.

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Capital Manor

1955 Salem Dallas Hwy Nw, Salem, OR 97304
Overview of Capital Manor

Celebrate your milestones with the reliable senior living community of Capital Manor in Salem Dallas Highway, Salem, OR, offering independent living, residential care, memory care, and respite care. With cozy and sophisticated studios, and one-, two-, and three-bedroom residences, seniors experience unmatched comfort and security. Helping seniors thrive for over 50 years, the community strives to meet residents’ needs and aspirations.

Proving its top-tier care and support, Capital Manor was chosen as the Best Retirement Community in the Willamette Valley from 2020 to 2024. Enjoy every moment of your retirement doing what you love through a jam-packed calendar of fun activities. Delicious and healthy meals await seniors every mealtime for the finest dining experience. Surrounded by serene spaces and beautiful landscapes, Capital Manor doubles its efforts to foster a warm and welcoming environment for seniors to live a peaceful retirement.

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Overview of Faye Wright Senior Living

Administered by Heinz Gehner, Faye Wright Senior Living is a 122-bed assisted living and memory care community in Salem, Oregon, situated on Boone Road Southeast in a really walkable neighborhood where most errands can be finished on foot. It’s operated by Sabra West Coast Operations III, LLC, the 31-year-old community with a single-story layout offers studio and one-bedroom floor plans. They’re designed to meet the needs of older adults requiring assistance with daily activities while upholding independence.

Three care levels under one roof are offered: assisted living for occupants needing help with daily living activities, memory care for those with cognitive decline, and respite care for short-term stays. This on-campus continuum means families don’t have to relocate a loved one as care needs change. The surrounding Salem neighborhood scores 72 for walkability, making it easy for family members and visitors to walk around. The location offers access to nearby services and community resources without needing a car for every errand. The home has 122 beds across its assisted living, memory care, and respite care departments, allowing it to serve a diverse population with varying care needs in one setting.

State inspectors have noted concerns surrounding kitchen operations, food safety, sanitation practices, and memory care compliance.

Families touring Faye Wright Senior Living will want to ask how it manages operational areas and what steps it has taken to address them.

Contact Faye Wright Senior Living

Overview of Iuditas Memory Care

Iuditas Memory Care is an exceptional community nestled in the heart of Salem, Oregon. This secure and nurturing environment is specifically designed to provide top-notch memory care services. Upon entering, residents are greeted by beautiful indoor common areas, reminiscent of a classic and charming home. The focal point is an enchanting brick fireplace that adds a touch of character and warmth to the overall ambiance.

The compassionate team comprises highly skilled professionals who provide specialized support, ensuring that residents receive the highest standard of care and attention. In addition to the comprehensive memory care services, Iuditas Memory Care offers transportation and medication management services to further enhance convenience and peace of mind for residents and their families.

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Overview of The Village at Keizer Ridge

Administered by Kristina Johnson, The Village at Keizer Ridge is a small, intimate assisted living and memory care community in Keizer, Oregon. Operated by CSL Keizer Ridge OR Tenant, it sits on McGee Court in a serene, car-dependent neighborhood requiring most errands by vehicle. With 23 private rooms across a three-story building, the home offers a residential scale designed for personalized attention.

Operating for a decade, the home serves seniors needing assistance with daily activities and those with memory care needs. The private room configuration charms occupants and families who value privacy and a more home-like environment versus bigger facilities.

The Department of Human Services’ state inspections have pointed to themes including resident monitoring practices, assessment timeliness, medication administration systems, and staff training protocols. Families should feel fine asking management how these operational areas are handled daily and what quality assurance measures are enforced.

For those thinking of a smaller community setting with memory care services, an on-site tour will give families a clear sense of the daily rhythm and care approach at The Village at Keizer Ridge.

Contact The Village at Keizer Ridge

Overview of Tierra Rose Care Center

Tierra Rose Care Center provides nursing home, assisted living, memory care, residential care, and skilled nursing in Salem, Oregon. Assisted living supports help with daily tasks while a resident lives in a private or semi private room. Memory care offers a secured and supervised setting for someone living with dementia, while skilled nursing provides professional nursing services around the clock. The range of care types may be a good fit for a resident whose needs change over time or who needs supervised memory care.

The community has 76 beds. Private rooms give one resident a room to themselves, while semi private rooms accommodate a roommate. Rehabilitation services allow residents to receive therapy through the community, and a doctor is on staff for physician care within the facility.

Outdoor paths, fountains, and a pond give residents space to walk outside, while private dining rooms can host family events. A beauty and barber shop provides personal grooming services on site. Colleen Rees serves as administrator, and Cml operates the community. The area is somewhat walkable, meaning some errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to handle selected nearby trips independently.

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Overview of Cedar Village Assisted Living Community

Cedar Village Assisted Living Community provides assisted living and memory care in Salem, OR. Assisted living can help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication management. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

With 62 beds, the community may be a good fit for a resident who needs memory support or help with everyday activities in a residential care setting. Salvador Gutierrez Cornejo serves as the administrator, and Welltower Tenant Group operates the community. Dining includes chef crafted meals made with fresh, seasonal ingredients in a cafe style setting, giving residents meals prepared around those ingredients in a casual dining environment. Pets are allowed, so a resident may be able to bring a pet to the community.

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Overview of Windsong at Eola Hills

Windsong at Eola Hills is a memory care community in Salem, Oregon. Its secured setting provides supervision for residents living with memory loss, with an environment designed around safety and oversight. That may make it a good fit for someone who needs this level of support.

The community has 64 beds, giving families a clear sense of its licensed capacity. Montessori and Montessori in Action are named programs, and the approach is inspired by Montessori principles, so residents encounter programming shaped by that framework. Laura Gordham Larson serves as the administrator, and West Salem Memory Care operates the community.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Memory Care in Salem at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 44/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Salem, OR. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 71The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Salem, OR. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care in Salem, OR

What is the average cost of memory care in Salem, OR?

The average monthly cost of memory care in Salem, OR is approximately $5,500. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for memory care in Salem, OR?

Memory care in Salem, OR typically ranges from $4,500–$7,000 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at memory care communities in Salem, OR?

Memory care communities in Salem, OR typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:5–1:8.

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Oregon?

Assisted living in Oregon supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

Does Oregon Medicaid cover memory care?

Oregon Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, but most states (including Oregon) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is memory care?

Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.

How many memory care communities are listed on this page?

This page features 16 memory care communities in Salem, OR. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.