Best Nursing Homes in Pendleton, OR

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 2 nursing homes in Pendleton, OR using CMS data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in OR
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Overview of Willowbrook Post Acute

Willowbrook Post Acute provides nursing home care, palliative care, and skilled nursing in Pendleton, Oregon. Nursing home care is for residents who need ongoing help with health needs they cannot manage independently, while skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Palliative care centers on comfort and symptom management for someone living with a serious illness. Short-term rehabilitation supports temporary recovery after illness, injury, or surgery.

With 59 beds, Willowbrook is a smaller community where staff and residents may have more opportunity to get to know each other. Private and semi-private rooms are available. A semi-private room can suit someone who wants a companion, while a private room offers single-room living. Therapy and assessment services are available six to seven days a week, giving residents in rehabilitation access to those services on most days.

Rehabilitation includes joint replacement and orthopedic rehabilitation, stroke rehabilitation, and cardiac rehabilitation with a CHF protocol. Fall prevention and balance programs, pulmonary care, post-operative care, pain management, and intravenous and infusion services are also available. These programs can suit someone recovering from a specific procedure or condition who needs targeted rehabilitation or clinical support. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, Nicholas Baker serves as administrator, and Willowbrook Snf Healthcare operates the community.

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Overview of Willowbrook Post Acute

Willowbrook Post Acute is a nursing home with 59 beds at 3700 SW 37th Street in Pendleton, Oregon. The facility is housed in a 2-story building, so residents can choose between private and shared rooms. With a Walk Score of 20, the location is dependent on cars. Most errands and appointments require driving, which is common in eastern Oregon’s less densely populated areas.

The facility provides direct nursing care. Registered nurses spend an average of 53 minutes per resident each day. It’s supplemented by nurse aides, who provide about 3 hours of hands-on support daily. Licensed practical nurses and licensed vocational nurses provide an additional 24 minutes per resident per day. This staffing level is enough to provide residents with skilled medical oversight and the hands-on personal care for daily activities, hygiene, and mobility support.

Families considering Willowbrook Post Acute should tour the facility, review room options, meet the care team, and get a feel for the home’s daily rhythm. They can also ask about specific care programs, meal service, and visiting hours to understand whether the home is a good fit for seniors’ needs.

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Ranking Methodology

How we rank these nursing homes

Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports. Rank badges compare each home against other nursing homes in the same state — never against assisted living, memory care, or independent living communities.

  • CMS data
  • 5 weighted categories
  • Updated quarterly
Full methodology

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Care Quality
  • 20%
    Staffing
  • 20%
    Regulatory
  • 20%
    Operational
  • 5%
    Environment
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Care Quality 35%

The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.

  • Includes
  • Overall Rating
  • Health Inspection
  • QM Rating
  • Long-Stay QM
  • Short-Stay QM
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Staffing Adequacy 20%

The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

  • Includes
  • Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
  • RN vs State
  • Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
  • RN Turnover
03

Regulatory & Safety Record 20%

Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • Citations
  • Citations/Inspection
  • Severe Citations
  • Fines
  • Accreditations
04

Operational & Financial Stability 20%

Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy vs State
  • Avg Length of Stay
  • Revenue
  • Payroll %
  • Years in Operation
  • Admin Tenure
05

Environment & Accessibility 5%

Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • BBB Rating
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Nursing Homes in Pendleton at a glance

Avg Overall CMS Rating: 1.0/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Pendleton, OR. Ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.2/ 5
Avg Staffing Rating: 1.0/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Pendleton, OR. Reflects nursing staff hours per resident per day (including RNs), adjusted for residents' care needs. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.4/ 5
Avg Health Insp. Rating: 1.0/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Pendleton, OR. Based on each facility's recent inspections and complaint investigations, weighing the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.0/ 5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Pendleton, OR

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Oregon?

Assisted living in Oregon is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Oregon Medicaid cover nursing home care?

Yes — Oregon Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.

What is nursing home care?

Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.

How many nursing homes are listed on this page?

This page features 2 nursing homes in Pendleton, OR. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Pendleton, OR?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Pendleton, OR, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting nursing homes in Pendleton, OR?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.