Best Memory Care in Salem, OR

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 15 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. 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.
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.
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.
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.
The Springs At Willowcreek
MC
AL
Salem (East Lancaster)
85
Facility 85
OR AVG 63
Rank #37 / 177
A+Yes
48
Facility 48
OR AVG 54
Rank #137 / 211
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
28
Facility 28
OR AVG 22
Rank #54 / 191
A-5
13
Facility 13
OR AVG 34
Rank #30 / 177
2.6
Facility 2.6
OR AVG 4.3
Rank #29 / 176
Lancaster Woods Operator, LLCMelissa Lackey
Brookstone Alzheimer’s Special Care Center
MC
RC
Salem (South Gateway)
57
Facility 57
OR AVG 63
Rank #95 / 177
ANo
54
Facility 54
OR AVG 54
Rank #113 / 211
Private Studio / Shared Studio
30
Facility 30
OR AVG 22
Rank #41 / 191
A+5
13
Facility 13
OR AVG 34
Rank #30 / 177
2.6
Facility 2.6
OR AVG 4.3
Rank #29 / 176
Sh1 Brookstone Opco LLCBrandy Khlystov
Battle Creek Memory Care
MC
AL
RC
Salem (South Gateway)
68
Facility 68
OR AVG 63
Rank #66 / 177
B+Yes
64
Facility 64
OR AVG 54
Rank #80 / 211
Private / Shared Suites
9
Facility 9
OR AVG 22
Rank #155 / 191
A+7
28
Facility 28
OR AVG 34
Rank #85 / 177
4.0
Facility 4.0
OR AVG 4.3
Rank #68 / 176
Battlecreek Memory Care, LLCNatalie Nelson
Capital Manor
MC
AL
CCRC
HC
IL
RESC
Salem (West Salem)
117
Facility 117
OR AVG 63
Rank #15 / 177
B-Yes
28
Facility 28
OR AVG 54
Rank #176 / 211
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
27
Facility 27
OR AVG 22
Rank #62 / 191
-5
22
Facility 22
OR AVG 34
Rank #67 / 177
4.4
Facility 4.4
OR AVG 4.3
Rank #84 / 176
Capital Manor, IncPatty Kidd
Faye Wright Senior Living
MC
AL
RC
Salem (Faye Wright)
122
Facility 122
OR AVG 63
Rank #11 / 177
C-No
72
Facility 72
OR AVG 54
Rank #59 / 211
Studio / 1 Bed
32
Facility 32
OR AVG 22
Rank #30 / 191
-7
46
Facility 46
OR AVG 34
Rank #141 / 177
6.6
Facility 6.6
OR AVG 4.3
Rank #138 / 176
Sabra West Coast Operations III, LLCViolet Presley
Iuditas Memory Care
MC
RC
Salem (Highland)
40
Facility 40
OR AVG 63
Rank #126 / 177
CNo
69
Facility 69
OR AVG 54
Rank #69 / 211
Suite
5
Facility 5
OR AVG 22
Rank #177 / 191
-13
78
Facility 78
OR AVG 34
Rank #168 / 177
6.0
Facility 6.0
OR AVG 4.3
Rank #128 / 176
Iuditas' Memory Care Limited Liability CompanyCassandra Bracamonte
The Village at Keizer Ridge
MC
AL
RC
Keizer
23
Facility 23
OR AVG 63
Rank #161 / 177
B+Yes
12
Facility 12
OR AVG 54
Rank #194 / 211
Private Rooms
10
Facility 10
OR AVG 22
Rank #145 / 191
-5
19
Facility 19
OR AVG 34
Rank #53 / 177
3.8
Facility 3.8
OR AVG 4.3
Rank #61 / 176
Csl Keizer Ridge Or Tenant, LLCKristina Johnson
Cedar Village Assisted Living Community
MC
AL
Ne Salem
62
Facility 62
OR AVG 63
Rank #81 / 177
CYes
9
Facility 9
OR AVG 54
Rank #204 / 211
-
27
Facility 27
OR AVG 22
Rank #75 / 191
-9
51
Facility 51
OR AVG 34
Rank #149 / 177
5.7
Facility 5.7
OR AVG 4.3
Rank #123 / 176
-Sydnee Mancino
Windsong at Eola Hills
MC
Nw Salem
64
Facility 64
OR AVG 63
Rank #76 / 177
CNo--
11
Facility 11
OR AVG 22
Rank #142 / 191
-6
36
Facility 36
OR AVG 34
Rank #107 / 177
6.0
Facility 6.0
OR AVG 4.3
Rank #128 / 176
-Rachel Nash
Bonaventure of Salem Assisted Living
MC
AL
IL
Se Salem
65
Facility 65
OR AVG 63
Rank #72 / 177
C+No--
14
Facility 14
OR AVG 22
Rank #135 / 191
-10
52
Facility 52
OR AVG 34
Rank #150 / 177
5.2
Facility 5.2
OR AVG 4.3
Rank #106 / 176
-Kylie Spragg

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 15 analyzed for Salem. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of The Springs at Willowcreek

The Springs at Willowcreek offers assisted living and memory care in Salem, OR. In assisted living, residents receive help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while maintaining an apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and having both care levels can suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move to a different community.

The community has 85 beds, with studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom residences. The starting price is $5,205 per month, though the applicable care level is not specified. Medicaid is accepted, giving a qualifying resident another payment option.

Respite care is available for short stays. This can give a family caregiver time to travel or recover, while pets are allowed so a resident can keep a pet in the community. Outdoor courtyards provide places to spend time outside, and the salon and barbershop offer grooming services on site.

Scheduled transportation serves appointments, shopping, and entertainment, so residents can take part in those activities without arranging each ride independently. The in-house restaurant has a full kitchen and chef-inspired menus, allowing residents to dine in a restaurant-style setting within the community. The area has a Walk Score of 48, meaning it is car-dependent and most errands require a car or a ride. Melissa Lackey is the administrator, and Lancaster Woods Operator runs the community.

Starting Price $5,205/Month Info Pricing updated on March 13th, 2026

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Overview of Brookstone Alzheimer’s Special Care Center

Brookstone Alzheimer’s Special Care Center offers memory care and respite care in Salem, Oregon. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for a resident who may be at risk of wandering. Respite care provides a short stay for someone whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. The community may be a good fit for someone living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia who needs supervised care, or for a family caregiver who needs temporary support.

Located in the South Gateway neighborhood, the community has 57 beds. Its smaller size gives staff and residents more opportunity to get to know one another. Housing includes private studios and shared studios, allowing a resident to have a private living space or share with a companion. The starting price is $6,466 per month, giving families a baseline for budgeting, and Medicaid is accepted for eligible residents whose savings may not cover a long stay.

A Walk Score of 54 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot. A resident who no longer drives may be able to reach select destinations independently. Programming includes the Meaningful Moments® program, which incorporates residents’ life experiences and preferences into activities and care. Brandy Khlystov serves as administrator, and SH1 Brookstone OpCo operates the community.

Starting Price $6,466/Month Info Pricing updated on March 20th, 2026

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Overview of Battle Creek Memory Care

Battle Creek Memory Care is located in Salem, OR, within the South Gateway neighborhood, offering memory care, assisted living, and respite care. An individual in assisted living retains a suite, either private or shared, while staff manage the daily responsibilities they are unable to perform. An individual with dementia enters memory care, where the environment is secured and supervised by staff.

A respite stay includes a predetermined end date. It can provide a family caregiver with some time away or offer the individual temporary assistance.

There are a total of 68 beds. A private suite is an individual’s personal area, while a shared one may appeal to someone wanting to live with a companion.

Thus, this could be suitable for an individual with dementia requiring supervised memory care, or for a family seeking a brief respite stay. The monthly fee begins at $6,690. Medicaid is accepted, providing qualifying residents a method to pay when their personal funds become insufficient during an extended stay.

Pets are permitted here, meals are home-cooked, and there is a beauty salon available on premises. South Gateway has a Walk Score of 64, indicating that it’s somewhat walkable, allowing for walking to certain errands.

The administrator is Natalie Nelson.

Starting Price $6,690/Month Info Pricing updated on February 21st, 2026

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Capital Manor

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

Capital Manor in Salem, OR, offers assisted living, continuing care retirement communities (CCRC), home care, independent living, memory care, and residential care. Assisted living helps with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while the resident keeps an apartment; Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while home care adds support in a person’s residence.

Residential care provides ongoing support in a residential setting. The CCRC model brings multiple care levels together, so a resident whose needs grow can move within the community rather than start over elsewhere. Capital Manor may be a good fit for a resident who wants to keep a pet while receiving care. The community has 117 beds, with studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and three-bedroom homes. A studio provides one private living space, while the larger layouts can suit a couple moving together or someone who needs more than one bedroom. Capital Manor is in the West Salem neighborhood, and Patty Kidd serves as the administrator.

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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.

Starting Price $3,930/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Overview of Iuditas Memory Care

Iuditas Memory Care provides memory care and respite care in Salem, Oregon. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for a resident who may be at risk of wandering, while respite care provides a short stay for someone whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. The community has 40 beds in a single-story building with suite accommodations.

Iuditas Memory Care may be a good fit for a person living with dementia who needs a secured, supervised setting or for a family caregiver who needs short-term support. Located in the Highland neighborhood, the community has a Walk Score of 69, described as somewhat walkable, so some errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may still be able to get out independently for nearby errands. Medicaid is accepted, giving a family whose savings may not cover a long stay a listed payment option. Cassandra Bracamonte serves as the administrator, and the community is operated by Iuditas’ Memory Care.

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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.

Starting Price $4,450/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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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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Overview of Bonaventure of Salem Assisted Living

Bonaventure of Salem Assisted Living offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Salem, Oregon. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision.

Having these care levels in one community can suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move elsewhere. The community has 65 beds. Respite care is available for short stays, which can give a family caregiver time to travel or recover.

A salon and spa provides personal grooming services on site, and outdoor patios give residents places to spend time outside. Accessible transportation supports residents who need adapted travel, while wheelchair accessibility accommodates people who use mobility devices. Kelly Barrick serves as the administrator, and Bonaventure of Salem operates the community.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
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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: 43/ 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: 70The 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 15 memory care communities in Salem, OR. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.