Windsong at Eola Hills

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.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities. 64 Rank #162 / 350Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 162nd out of 350 homes we track in Oregon for bed count. 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Oregon that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Years of operating Info A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care. Rank #278 / 375Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 278th out of 375 homes we track in Oregon for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Oregon facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Oregon that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
11 years

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Facility
StatusActive
IssuanceApril 8, 2015
CountyPolk
License Number50R415

Ownership & Operating Entity

Windsong at Eola Hills is administered by Laura Gordham Larson.

Owner NameWest Salem Memory Care, LLC

Contact Information

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsOur Management, Montessori, Montessori in Action, Upcoming Events

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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 These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 34 deficiencies 6 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info 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 2 Worse Metrics worse than Oregon average:
• Total deficiencies (6% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (19% above)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityOR Averagevs. OR Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 3432 This facility has 6% more total deficiencies than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (34 vs. OR avg 32).↑ 6% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 5.74.81 This facility has 19% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (5.7 vs. OR avg 4.81).↑ 19% worse

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityOR Averagevs. OR Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 67 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

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Address 5.5 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Salem's city center to Windsong at Eola Hills's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing.
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.
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.
Capital Manor
MC
AL
HC
IL
RESC
Salem (West Salem)
117
Facility 117
OR AVG 67
Rank #29 / 350
Yes
28
Facility 28
OR AVG 56
Rank #392 / 462
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
27
Facility 27
OR AVG 22
Rank #121 / 375
-5
22
Facility 22
OR AVG 31
Rank #125 / 283
4.4
Facility 4.4
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #135 / 283
Capital Manor, IncPatty Kidd
The Springs At Willowcreek
MC
AL
Salem (East Lancaster)
85
Facility 85
OR AVG 67
Rank #89 / 350
Yes
48
Facility 48
OR AVG 56
Rank #299 / 462
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
28
Facility 28
OR AVG 22
Rank #109 / 375
A-5
14
Facility 14
OR AVG 31
Rank #62 / 283
2.8
Facility 2.8
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #65 / 283
Lancaster Woods Operator, LLCMireya Melchor
Battle Creek Memory Care
MC
AL
RC
Salem (South Gateway)
68
Facility 68
OR AVG 67
Rank #148 / 350
Yes
64
Facility 64
OR AVG 56
Rank #192 / 462
Private / Shared Suites
9
Facility 9
OR AVG 22
Rank #294 / 375
A+7
37
Facility 37
OR AVG 31
Rank #200 / 283
5.3
Facility 5.3
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #170 / 283
Battlecreek Memory Care, LLCNatalie Nelson
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
Brookstone Alzheimer’s Special Care Center
MC
RC
Salem (South Gateway)
57
Facility 57
OR AVG 67
Rank #199 / 350
No
54
Facility 54
OR AVG 56
Rank #260 / 462
Private Studio / Shared Studio
30
Facility 30
OR AVG 22
Rank #83 / 375
A+5
16
Facility 16
OR AVG 31
Rank #76 / 283
3.2
Facility 3.2
OR AVG 4.4
Rank #84 / 283
Sh1 Brookstone Opco LLCBrandy Khlystov

Financial Assistance for
Memory Care in Oregon

Windsong at Eola Hills is located in NW SALEM, Oregon.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Oregon.

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Oregon Project Independence (OPI)

OPI

Age 60+
General Oregon resident, at risk of nursing home but not Medicaid-eligible.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $5,000 individual
OR

Cost-sharing required; rural/urban balance.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Adult day care (~$70/day) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Oregon Medicaid Community-Based Care

OR Medicaid CBC

Age 65+ or disabled
General Oregon resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
OR

High demand in urban areas (e.g., Portland).

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($70/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Oregon PACE (e.g., Providence ElderPlace)

Age 55+
General OR resident (specific counties), NFLOC, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) for Medicaid enrollees.
OR

Available in 11 counties (e.g., Multnomah, Washington); Providence ElderPlace dominant provider.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Respite Therapies

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Oregon Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General OR resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
OR

Three tiers; includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Oregon Family Caregiver Support Program

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; OR resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) No strict cap; prioritizes low-income ~$24,980/year
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
OR

15 regions; rural priority; includes grandparent caregivers.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Oregon VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General OR resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
OR

High veteran demand; Oregon Veterans’ Homes option.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Senior Property Tax Deferral Program

Oregon Property Tax Deferral for Disabled and Senior Citizens

Age 62+
General OR resident, homeowner 5+ years, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$58,000/year household, adjusted annually
Asset Limits Home value < county median; equity > 15%.
OR

Deferred taxes accrue 6% interest; repaid upon sale/death.

Benefits
Tax deferral (~$1,000-$3,000/year avg., varies by county)

Elderly Nutrition Program (ENP)

Oregon Elderly Nutrition Program

Age 60+
General OR resident (or spouse of any age); no income limit.
Income Limits (2025) None; donations encouraged.
Asset Limits Not assessed.
OR

Includes Meals on Wheels; prioritizes homebound/low-income.

Benefits
Home-delivered or congregate meals (~$5-$7/meal value, 5 meals/week avg.)

Frequently Asked Questions about Windsong at Eola Hills

Who is the owner of Windsong at Eola Hills?

Windsong at Eola Hills is legally operated by West Salem Memory Care, LLC, and administered by Laura Gordham Larson.

What is the license number of Windsong at Eola Hills?

According to OR state health department records, Windsong at Eola Hills's license number is 50R415.

How long has Windsong at Eola Hills been in business?

Windsong at Eola Hills has been operating for approximately 11 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Windsong at Eola Hills?

No, Windsong at Eola Hills has a no-pet policy.

What is the best email address for Windsong at Eola Hills?

The team at Windsong at Eola Hills can be reached at llarson@aidanhealthservices.com.

Who is the administrator of Windsong at Eola Hills?

Laura Gordham Larson is the administrator of Windsong at Eola Hills.

How many beds does Windsong at Eola Hills have?

Windsong at Eola Hills has 64 beds.

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