Avamere Riverpark

Nursing Home
Overview of Avamere Riverpark

Avamere Riverpark in Eugene, Oregon is a skilled nursing facility that offers rehabilitation services, long-term care, and personalized assistance. Personalized assessments are conducted to ensure that every resident’s needs are met, and the staff at Avamere Riverpark is dedicated to providing the best possible care to all who enter their doors.
With a focus on physical, occupational, and speech-language therapy, Avamere Riverpark provides access to an on-site therapy gym and transportation, as well as telemedicine assistance. They also conduct regular wellness checks and work closely with overseeing physicians to ensure residents receive the care they need. Safety is also a top priority, with a 24-hour nurse call system, healthcare professionals on-site around the clock, and a range of safety features. The facility also offers engaging activities to keep residents entertained and create a home-like atmosphere.

(541) 345-6199

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
1/5
Oregon average: 3.0/5
Health Inspection Info Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
1/5
Oregon average: 2.8/5
Staffing Info Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
4/5
Oregon average: 3.7/5
Quality Measures Info Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
3/5
Oregon average: 3.4/5

Nursing care per resident

Info Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
5h 44m per day

This home provides 9% more nursing time per resident than the state average.

Oregon average: 5h 15m per day

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Staff type Facility State avg National avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info Registered nurse hours per resident per day. 43m per day 41m per day 41m per day
LPN / LVN Info Licensed Practical Nurse / Licensed Vocational Nurse hours per resident per day. 1h 9m per day 54m per day 52m per day
Nurse Aide Info Nurse aide hours per resident per day. 3h 41m per day 3h 22m per day 2h 21m per day
Total Nursing (Weekend) Info Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends. 4h 48m per day 4h 23m per day 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Info Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day. 5m per day 5m per day 4m per day
RN (Weekend) Info Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends. 25m per day 26m per day 29m per day

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 119

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Oregon average
Occupancy rate 73.8%
Residents per day (avg) 89
Occupancy rate
73.8%
Residents per day (avg)
89

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mix of rehab and long-term care

This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

26% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 25 days

Private pay

58% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Medicaid

16% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 1 - 2 years

Finances and operations

Proprietary home
Other
Home revenue
$21.2M
Profit
$2.8M
Proprietary home Other
Home revenue
$21,155,090.00
Profit
$2,816,879.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$6.5M
30.5% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$11.9M
Total costs $18.3M
Bed community size
119-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
22 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 27 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
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About this community

License Status
ACTIVE
Facility Type
SNF/NF DUAL CERT
License Date
October 7, 2006

Additional licensing details

CMS Certification Number: 385185
County: Lane

Ownership & operating entity

Avamere Riverpark is legally operated by Riverpark Operations, LLC, and administrated by Amanda Sanders.

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

Contact: Julie Phelps, Administrator

Care Services

Offers Alzheimer's Care
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Contact Information

Fax: (541) 345-6721

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed
Smoking Allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

On-site therapy gym
Telemedicine assistance
Transportation assistance
Personalized
compassionate care
Regular wellness checks
Close collaboration between staff and overseeing physician
Nurse call system
24-hour healthcare professionals
Safety features in each room
On-site therapists
Licensed nurse on-site 24/7

Programs & Activities

Specific Programs
Skilled Nursing, Rehabilitation, Respite Care, Short & Long-Term Care
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Access & Eligibility

Ways to qualify for care at this community, including accepted programs and payment options.

Medicaid Accepted

This facility is certified for eligible Medicaid services.

Medicare Accepted

This facility is certified for eligible Medicare services.

Payment & Funding Options

Private pay Medicaid Medicare Private Pay

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.

10 visits/inspections

Latest inspection

Date:September 11, 2025

20 licensing violations

Violations of state licensing requirements identified during facility inspections.

57 deficiencies

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

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SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

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Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

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Address 2.1 miles from city center — 0.04 miles to nearest hospital (Avamere Riverpark of Eugene)

Address 425 Alexander Loop, Eugene, OR 97401

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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

198
Total Staff
194
Employees
4
Contractors
50,334
Total Hours (Quarter)
74
Avg Staff/Day
7.5
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse118.1 No
Licensed Practical Nurse328.1 No
Certified Nursing Assistant1057.4 No
Staff by Category
Administration
2 staff
6.7hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
161 staff
7.6hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
4 staff
8hs shift avg
Therapy Services
20 staff
5.9hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
1 staff
6.1hs shift avg
Social Services
5 staff
5.4hs shift avg
Dietary Services
2 staff
7.5hs shift avg
Other Services
3 staff
7.8hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
1%
of total hours from contractors
478 contractor hours this quarter
Speech Language Pathologist: 1 Medical Director: 1 Feeding Assistant: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant105010527,14391100%7.4
Licensed Practical Nurse320329,95291100%8.1
Registered Nurse110113,05991100%8.1
Medication Aide/Technician7071,4439099%7.7
Dental Services Staff2029566774%7.7
Speech Language Pathologist4158316774%5.8
Physical Therapy Aide3036816571%5.9
Qualified Social Worker5055736875%5.4
Administrator1015126470%8
RN Director of Nursing1015026976%7.3
Mental Health Service Worker1015006369%7.9
Dietitian1014996268%8
Nurse Practitioner1014966268%8
Clinical Nurse Specialist3034964145%8
Physical Therapy Assistant5054667077%4.8
Respiratory Therapy Technician4044485965%6.6
Other Dietary Services Staff1014266167%7
Nurse Aide in Training4043834448%7.6
Therapeutic Recreation Specialist1013405662%6.1
Occupational Therapy Aide2022793538%8
Feeding Assistant0111933033%6.4
Medical Director0111183033%3.9
Occupational Therapy Assistant011421112%3.8

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 6

Oregon average 5.1


Last Health inspection on Jul 2025

Total health citations 50
Citations per inspection
8.33

Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

31 of 50 citations resulted from standard inspections; 10 of 50 resulted from complaint investigations; and 9 of 50 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 0
100% better than Oregon average

Oregon average: 0.5


Serious Health citations More info 7
483% worse than Oregon average

Oregon average: 1.2

0 critical citations More info Oregon average: 0.5

7 serious citations More info Oregon average: 1.2

43 moderate citations More info Oregon average: 32.1

0 minor citations More info Oregon average: 0.2
Citations history (last 3 years)
Quality of Care serious citation Jul 09, 2025
Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Jul 09, 2025
Corrected

Administration moderate citation Oct 11, 2024
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Oct 11, 2024
Corrected

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Ownership: For-Profit Corporation
Part of: Avamere Living
Resident Census by Payment Source
89 Total Residents
Medicare 10 (11.2%)
Medicaid 72 (80.9%)
Private Pay/Other 7 (7.9%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Family Engagement

Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 10.9
In line with Oregon average

Oregon average: 10.5

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 19.9
5% better than Oregon average

Oregon average: 21.1

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 17.1%
In line with Oregon average

Oregon average: 16.3%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 22.4%
10% better than Oregon average

Oregon average: 24.9%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 20.3%
10% better than Oregon average

Oregon average: 22.6%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 2.4%
In line with Oregon average

Oregon average: 2.4%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 6.4%
8% better than Oregon average

Oregon average: 6.9%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 2.4%
14% worse than Oregon average

Oregon average: 2.1%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 6.2%
18% worse than Oregon average

Oregon average: 5.3%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 14.4%
213% worse than Oregon average

Oregon average: 4.6%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 23.1%
74% worse than Oregon average

Oregon average: 13.2%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 96.6%
In line with Oregon average

Oregon average: 95.7%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 97.5%
In line with Oregon average

Oregon average: 95.2%

Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 2.07
48% worse than Oregon average

Oregon average: 1.40

ED visits per 1,000 days Info Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 3.04
21% worse than Oregon average

Oregon average: 2.52

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 55.5%
36% worse than Oregon average

Oregon average: 86.2%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 3.6%
97% worse than Oregon average

Oregon average: 1.8%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 48.2%
41% worse than Oregon average

Oregon average: 81.2%

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 17.3%
20% better than Oregon average

Oregon average: 21.6%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 12.2%
19% better than Oregon average

Oregon average: 15.1%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 1.4%
78% worse than Oregon average

Oregon average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge Info Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge. 55.6%
In line with Oregon average

Oregon average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 56.1%
11% better than Oregon average

Oregon average: 50.6%

Penalties and fines

Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.

Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total fines amount $75K
26% higher than Oregon average

Oregon average: $60K

Number of fines 2
18% more fines than Oregon average

Oregon average: 1.7

Payment Denials Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. 0
100% fewer payment denials than Oregon average

Oregon average: 0.1

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $75K
Oregon average $60K
Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Jun 30, 2023
$36K
Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Mar 29, 2023
$40K

Last updated: Jan 2026

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Oregon Project Independence (OPI)

OPI

Age 60+, Oregon resident, at risk of nursing home but not Medicaid-eligible.

~$2,000/month (individual, varies).

$5,000 (individual).

Cost-sharing required; rural/urban balance.

Oregon Medicaid Community-Based Care

OR Medicaid CBC

Age 65+ or disabled, Oregon resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

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

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

Oregon PACE (e.g., Providence ElderPlace)

Age 55+, OR resident (specific counties), NFLOC, safe with PACE support.

~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) for Medicaid enrollees.

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

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Oregon Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, OR resident, Medicare Part A/B.

~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

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

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Oregon LIHEAP

Age 60+ prioritized, OR resident, low-income household.

~$3,970/month (individual, 185% FPL).

Not assessed; income-focused.

Covers gas, electric, oil; emergency aid via Oregon Energy Fund (OEF).

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Oregon Family Caregiver Support Program

Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; OR resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).

No strict cap; prioritizes low-income (~$24,980/year).

Not assessed; need-based.

15 regions; rural priority; includes grandparent caregivers.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Oregon SCSEP

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, OR resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents; Easterseals/AARP partnership.

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

Oregon VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, OR resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

~$155,356 (net worth limit).

High veteran demand; Oregon Veterans’ Homes option.

Senior Property Tax Deferral Program

Oregon Property Tax Deferral for Disabled and Senior Citizens

Age 62+, OR resident, homeowner 5+ years, low-income.

~$58,000/year (household, adjusted annually).

Home value < county median; equity > 15%.

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

Elderly Nutrition Program (ENP)

Oregon Elderly Nutrition Program

Age 60+, OR resident (or spouse of any age); no income limit.

None; donations encouraged.

Not assessed.

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

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