Aspen Ridge Retirement Community
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Respite Care · Bend, OR
Aspen Ridge Retirement Community
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Respite Care · Bend, OR
Aspen Ridge Retirement Community accepts Medicaid and Medicare.
Overview of Aspen Ridge Retirement Community
Tucked in Bend, Oregon, Aspen Ridge Retirement Community caters to seniors seeking both independent living and assisted living services, enhancing their retirement experience. With a commitment to elevating the lifestyle of their residents, this community stands out for its exceptional health and wellness services, accommodations, and amenities, setting a high standard in senior care. The professional team at Aspen Ridge has earned multiple awards for their dedication to providing outstanding care.
Among its myriad offerings, Aspen Ridge senior living boasts a fitness center, library, religious services, and transportation for residents’ convenience. The community takes pride in fostering a vibrant atmosphere, providing an array of activities such as arts and crafts, art therapy, happy hours, pizza parties, painting sessions, pet therapy, men’s club, poker night, and more. Special events like veterans ceremonies and the garden committee contribute to the distinct personality of the community, making it a lively and engaging place for seniors to thrive. With such a diverse range of groups and activities, Aspen Ridge Retirement Community ensures that residents enjoy a rich and fulfilling retirement experience.
95-bed community Rank #62 / 351Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 62nd out of 351 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Oregon that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
27 years in operation Rank #117 / 375Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 117th out of 375 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Oregon that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 41 / 100 Rank #330 / 475Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 330th out of 475 homes in Oregon for Walk Score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Oregon facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Oregon that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusActive
IssuanceSeptember 13, 1999
CountyDeschutes
Aspen Ridge Retirement Community is legally operated by 1010 NE Purcell Blvd OR OpCo, and administered by Tara Blount.
Total
95 units
Total beds
95 units
Emergency SystemsYes
Safety Features24-hour staff, Emergency call system, Advanced safety features
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
ContactJohn Bragg, Executive Director (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)
Accept Medicare
Respite Care
24-Hour Staffing
Does not offer Alzheimer's Care
Email
tblount@areteliving.com
Smoking not allowed
Spa
Restaurant
Transportation
Housekeeping
Wellness Program
Volunteer Program
Starting Price$6,625 per month
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
34 deficiencies
5 inspections
Inspection Scorecard
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
4 Worse
Metrics worse than Oregon average:
• Total deficiencies (10% above)
• Deficiencies per year (10% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (55% above)
• Licensing violations (67% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
• Total deficiencies (10% above)
• Deficiencies per year (10% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (55% above)
• Licensing violations (67% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Latest Inspection
October 30, 2024
21 deficiencies
Deficiencies
| This Facility | OR Average | vs. OR Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 34 | 31 | This facility has 10% more total deficiencies than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (34 vs. OR avg 31).↑ 10% worse |
|
Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2021.
| 6.8 | 6.2 | This facility has 10% more deficiencies per year than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (6.8 vs. OR avg 6.2).↑ 10% worse |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 6.8 | 4.4 | This facility has 55% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (6.8 vs. OR avg 4.4).↑ 55% worse |
|
Licensing violations
Violations of state licensing requirements identified during facility inspections.
| 20 | 12 | This facility has 67% more licensing violations than a typical Oregon assisted living residence (20 vs. OR avg 12).↑ 67% worse |
Inspections
| This Facility | OR Average | vs. OR Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 5 | 7 | This facility has had 29% fewer total inspections than the Oregon average (5 vs. OR avg 7). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 29% fewer |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- October 30, 2024 inspection found 21 deficiencies including records, abuse reporting, RN assessments, infection control, medication, and staff training issues.
- August 20, 2024 complaint investigation identified failures in honoring resident food choices, household services, and implementing the Acuity Based Staffing Tool.
- November 1, 2021 annual inspection cited six deficiencies involving service plans, change of condition monitoring, medication refusal notifications, and fire and life safety documentation.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 2-story
Beauty Services
Transportation Services
Housekeeping Services
Recreational Activities
Exercise Programs
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Aspen Ridge Retirement Community
1 Bedroom
Studio
2 bedroom
2 bedroom
Places of interest near Aspen Ridge Retirement Community
3.0 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Bend's city center to Aspen Ridge Retirement Community's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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The information below is reported by the Oregon Department of Human Services, Aging and People with Disabilities.
| Aspen Ridge Retirement Community | AL IL RC | Bend (Mountain View) | 95
Facility
95
OR AVG
67
Rank
#62 / 351 | Yes |
41
Facility
41
OR AVG
55
Rank
#330 / 475 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 27
Facility
27
OR AVG
21
Rank
#117 / 375 | - | - | 5 | 34
Facility
34
OR AVG
31
Rank
#176 / 291 | 6.8
Facility
6.8
OR AVG
4.4
Rank
#216 / 291 | 1010 Ne Purcell Blvd Or Opco | Tara Blount |
| Regency Village at Bend | AL IL RC | Bend (Larkspur) | 88
Facility
88
OR AVG
67
Rank
#80 / 351 | No |
81
Facility
81
OR AVG
55
Rank
#81 / 475 | - | 30
Facility
30
OR AVG
21
Rank
#78 / 375 | - | - | 5 | 10
Facility
10
OR AVG
31
Rank
#37 / 291 | 2.0
Facility
2.0
OR AVG
4.4
Rank
#26 / 291 | Bd Bend I, LLC | Sarah Johnson |
| Cascades of Bend Retirement Community | AL MC RESC RC | Bend (Mountain View) | 70
Facility
70
OR AVG
67
Rank
#141 / 351 | Yes |
28
Facility
28
OR AVG
55
Rank
#393 / 475 | Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 44
Facility
44
OR AVG
21
Rank
#14 / 375 | - | - | 3 | 12
Facility
12
OR AVG
31
Rank
#43 / 291 | 4.0
Facility
4.0
OR AVG
4.4
Rank
#101 / 291 | Cascade Living Group- Oregon, LLC | Misty Nichlolas-Liceaga |
| Bend Transitional Care | AL IL MC NH RC SNF | Bend (Mountain View) | 60
Facility
60
OR AVG
67
Rank
#181 / 351 | No |
70
Facility
70
OR AVG
55
Rank
#158 / 475 | - | 16
Facility
16
OR AVG
21
Rank
#246 / 375 | 92.8% | - | 10 | 21
Facility
21
OR AVG
31
Rank
#107 / 291 | 2.1
Facility
2.1
OR AVG
4.4
Rank
#30 / 291 | Ohana Harmony House, LLC | Heather Jeffers |
| Awbrey Place Assisted Living and Memory | AL MC | Bend (Mountain View) | - | No |
57
Facility
57
OR AVG
55
Rank
#244 / 475 | - | 6
Facility
6
OR AVG
21
Rank
#318 / 375 | - | A+ | - | - | - | - | - |
Financial Assistance for
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Frequently Asked Questions about Aspen Ridge Retirement Community
What neighborhood is Aspen Ridge Retirement Community in?
Aspen Ridge Retirement Community is in the Mountain View neighborhood of Bend.
Who is the owner of Aspen Ridge Retirement Community?
Aspen Ridge Retirement Community is legally operated by 1010 NE Purcell Blvd OR OpCo, and administered by Tara Blount.
Is Aspen Ridge Retirement Community in a walkable area?
Aspen Ridge Retirement Community has a walk score of 41. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
Does Aspen Ridge Retirement Community have different floorplan options?
Yes — see the floorplan options available at Aspen Ridge Retirement Community on this page.
Are pets allowed at Aspen Ridge Retirement Community?
Yes, Aspen Ridge Retirement Community allows residents to bring their pets.
What is the best email address for Aspen Ridge Retirement Community?
The team at Aspen Ridge Retirement Community can be reached at tblount@areteliving.com.
Who is the administrator of Aspen Ridge Retirement Community?
Tara Blount is the administrator of Aspen Ridge Retirement Community.
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