Page 2 of Best Memory Care in Salem, OR

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 16 memory care communities 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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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: 66The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Salem, OR. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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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. 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. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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.
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.
Windsong at Eola Hills
MC
Nw Salem
64
Facility 64
OR AVG 67
Rank #162 / 350
No--
11
Facility 11
OR AVG 22
Rank #278 / 375
6
34
Facility 34
OR AVG 31
Rank #183 / 283
5.7
Facility 5.7
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #189 / 283
Laura Gordham Larson
Bonaventure of Salem Assisted Living
MC
AL
IL
Se Salem
65
Facility 65
OR AVG 67
Rank #158 / 350
No--
13
Facility 13
OR AVG 22
Rank #264 / 375
8
53
Facility 53
OR AVG 31
Rank #259 / 283
6.6
Facility 6.6
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #214 / 283
Kelly Barrick
Sweet Bye N Bye Memory Care
MC
AL
HOS
RESC
Salem (North Lancaster)
-No
66
Facility 66
OR AVG 56
Rank #185 / 462
Private Rooms
6
Facility 6
OR AVG 22
Rank #321 / 375
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Cedar Village Assisted Living & Memory Care
MC
AL
Salem (Northgate)
-Yes
35
Facility 35
OR AVG 56
Rank #353 / 462
Studio / 1 Bed----Salvador Gutierrez Cornejo
Cherrywood Memory Care
MC
RC
Mcminnville
-No
43
Facility 43
OR AVG 56
Rank #323 / 462
-
12
Facility 12
OR AVG 22
Rank #270 / 375
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Fieldstone Village at Keizer Ridge Assisted Living & Memory Care
MC
AL
RC
Keizer
-Yes
12
Facility 12
OR AVG 56
Rank #431 / 462
-----Staci Taylor

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every OR community we track that reports that metric, not just the 16 analyzed for Salem.

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Overview of Windsong at Eola Hills

Located on Wallace Road Northwest, Windsong at Eola Hills is a residential care community in Salem, Oregon, that has been in operation for 11 years and offers personal care. The neighborhood is entirely car-dependent, requiring transportation for all errands and medical appointments.

Following a Montessori-based approach to care and programming, the community focuses on dignity, personal choice, and meaningful engagement in daily routines and activities.

The Oregon Department of Human Services has identified recurring concerns related to kitchen sanitation, food safety practices, and staff training on diet texture requirements across multiple inspections. These issues have appeared across multiple inspection cycles, although some corrections have been implemented following previous surveys. Moreover, food safety and sanitation remain important topics for families that are encouraged to discuss when evaluating care standards and operational practices.

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Overview of Bonaventure of Salem Assisted Living

Offering skilled nursing and respite care, Bonaventure of Salem Assisted Living is a nursing home in Salem, Oregon, that can accommodate up to 65 older adults. For 13 years, the community has been providing support for older adults who require continuous medical oversight and assistance with activities of daily living.

Along with 24-hour staffing, the community also offers respite care for those seeking temporary stays. This allows the community to meet residents’ long-term and short-term needs. Additionally, meals and snacks are provided daily as part of residents’ care.

The Oregon Department of Human Services has identified operational areas that need improvement, including food service, staffing procedures, infection control, medication management, and safety systems. In connection, families considering Bonaventure of Salem are encouraged to review the full inspection history and ask detailed questions during a tour about the facility’s approach to these critical areas and its corrective action plans.

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Overview of Sweet Bye N Bye Memory Care

Sweet Bye N Bye Memory Care & Assisted Living is a place where seniors are embraced in a truly exceptional environment that combines memory care and assisted living. This home provides a nurturing haven for seniors, with a dedicated team of full-time RNs and LPNs who are highly trained to deliver the best services. Located in Salem, Oregon, the home is an RN owned and operated facility, lending it credibility and trustworthiness. The range of services includes psychiatry services, behavior analysis, medication management, and engaging Montessori activities, as well as various therapies and therapeutic groups. With adult foster care available, the overall setting offers a sense of peace and tranquility.

The comprehensive memory care benefits include specialized psychiatry services, behavior analysis, medication management, and engaging Montessori activities designed to enhance cognitive function. Sweet Bye N Bye also offers exceptional assisted living services, ensuring a holistic approach to senior care. With adult foster care available, personalized attention and support are provided, creating a nurturing and comfortable atmosphere.

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Overview of Cedar Village Assisted Living & Memory Care

Cedar Village prides itself on offering exceptional assisted living and memory care services tailored to meet the unique needs of each resident. They believe seniors should have access to the highest quality of care while still enjoying a fulfilling and active lifestyle. Cedar Village’s stylish and modern living spaces are a true reflection of its commitment to providing a welcoming and comfortable atmosphere. The facility utilizes appropriate techniques and tools to enhance the lives of seniors, ensuring that each resident receives the care and attention they deserve.

At Cedar Village, residents can indulge in fine living and dining accommodations that are unparalleled in the industry. The community offers an impressive array of amenities such as a library, salon, spa services, and even an ice cream parlor, to ensure that residents can partake in a wide range of engaging activities. The community also offers a range of social outings and spa services designed to enhance the quality of life of each resident. Whether it’s a day trip to a nearby attraction or a relaxing massage, Cedar Village ensures that its residents have access to a wide range of options to keep them happy, healthy, and satisfied.

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Overview of Cherrywood Memory Care

Twelve years in, Cherrywood Memory Care is still doing what it opened to do: run a memory and respite care community out on NE Doran Drive in McMinnville, Oregon. It’s not in a walk-everywhere kind of neighborhood. The Walk Score sits at 43, which means a few errands are doable on foot, but you’re driving for most of them.

What’s actually happening inside the building matters more than the sidewalk situation, though. Licensed nurses and CNAs are on staff, which is the baseline you want for a memory care setting, not a nice extra. Respite care is available too, so a family that needs a short-term stay covered isn’t stuck. There’s a residential care program running underneath all of it, and a regular calendar of social and recreational activities, so days have some shape to them beyond meals and medication.

Providence Newberg Medical Center is the closest hospital, a little under 12.5 miles out. That’s not next door, but it’s not nothing either, and it’s worth knowing if you’re mapping out what emergency access actually looks like. Pooneh Gray runs the place as President, so there’s a named person attached to the operation rather than a faceless entity.

What Cherrywood offers is fairly narrow but consistent: a long-tenured memory and respite care community with licensed nursing on-site and a steady activity schedule, not a facility trying to be everything to everyone.

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Overview of Fieldstone Village at Keizer Ridge Assisted Living & Memory Care

At The Village at Keizer Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care, located in Keizer Ridge, OR, residents find a supportive community serving Salem and the Portland area. Regardless of their previous residence, The Village at Keizer Ridge welcomes everyone with open arms. The neighborhood offers tranquility and convenience, situated near essential amenities like shops and post offices. Residents of The Village at Keizer Ridge enjoy worry-free living with comfortable accommodations and a range of assisted living amenities. Gourmet dining options, including 24/7 access to delicious meals, ensure culinary satisfaction. Moreover, the community provides diverse facilities such as a spa, salon, theater, and serene gardens, fostering well-being and enjoyment. With various living options and comprehensive care services, residents can transition seamlessly while maintaining their desired lifestyle.

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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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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.