Desire For Healing Inc

Q: What is the best email address for Desire For Healing Inc?

The team at Desire For Healing Inc can be reached at valerie.s@desireforhealing.com.

Overview of Desire for Healing INC

Desire for Healing, Inc. is a home health care service in Pendleton, OR. It offers expert long term care, disability care, and assisted living services. The facility strives to provide clients with the best in care while ensuring comfort.

(541) 276-7157

50-bed community

A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

30 years in operation

A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.

Walk Score: 84 / 100

Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

Facility TypeResidential Care Facility

StatusActive

IssuanceAugust 28, 1995

CountyUmatilla

License Number50M144

Desire For Healing Inc is administrated by Valerie Scott.

Owner NameDesire For Healing, Inc

24-Hour Staffing

Senior Living Facility

Senior Care

Disability Care

Email [email protected]

Specific ProgramsAssisted Senior Care, Senior Care Facility, Senior Disability Care, Assisted Living Facility, Senior Living

Operating HoursSunday-Saturday: 24 Hours

Since 2022 · 4 years of data 4 deficiencies 4 inspections

Inspection Scorecard This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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 2022 vs. Oregon state average

Overall vs. OR average

Latest Inspection July 29, 2025

Deficiencies Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

Metric	This Facility	OR Average	vs. OR Avg
Total deficiencies Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	4	31	This facility has 87% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Oregon nursing home (4 vs. OR avg 31). Click this badge to view the full Oregon ranking.↓ 87% better
Deficiencies per year Average deficiencies per year since 2022.	1	7.8	This facility has 87% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Oregon nursing home (1 vs. OR avg 7.8). Click this badge to view the full Oregon ranking.↓ 87% better
Deficiencies per inspection Average deficiencies per inspection.	1	4.4	This facility has 77% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Oregon nursing home (1 vs. OR avg 4.4). Click this badge to view the full Oregon ranking.↓ 77% better

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

Metric	This Facility	OR Average	vs. OR Avg
Total inspections Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.	4	7	This facility has 43% fewer total inspections than a typical Oregon nursing home (4 vs. OR avg 7). Click this badge to view the full Oregon ranking.↓ 43% better

Inspection Reports Summary An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

The most recent inspection on July 29, 2025, identified deficiencies related to kitchen sanitation and food temperature requirements, with some issues not corrected by the revisit. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of similar concerns, including kitchen sanitation, food safety, and infection prevention, though some deficiencies were noted as comments or partially corrected. Inspectors cited problems mainly with food sanitation, administration compliance, and infection control measures. There were no fines, immediate jeopardy findings, or enforcement actions listed in the available reports, and no complaint investigations were reported. The inspection history indicates recurring challenges in maintaining kitchen and food safety standards without a clear trend of improvement or worsening.

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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

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).

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.

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).

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.

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

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%.

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.

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

Benefits

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

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Is Desire For Healing Inc in a walkable area?

Desire For Healing Inc has a walk score of 84. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the license number of Desire For Healing Inc?

According to OR state health department records, Desire For Healing Inc's license number is 50M144.

What is the best email address for Desire For Healing Inc?

The team at Desire For Healing Inc can be reached at [email protected].

Who is the administrator of Desire For Healing Inc?

Valerie Scott is the administrator of Desire For Healing Inc.

How many beds does Desire For Healing Inc have?

Desire For Healing Inc has 50 beds.

Has Desire For Healing Inc had any recent deficiencies or citations?

Desire For Healing Inc has had 4 recently reported deficiencies.

Are there photos of Desire For Healing Inc?

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