Sapphire at Applewood
Independent Living & Assisted Living · Salem, OR

Sapphire at Applewood

Independent Living & Assisted Living · Salem, OR

Overview of Sapphire at Applewood

Located 2.8 miles from the city center on Lancaster Drive, Sapphire at Applewood is an independent living community in Salem, Oregon. It caters to active older adults wanting to maintain independence while having access to shared amenities, dining, and social activities. Occupants reside in private apartments in the community.

The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 57, indicating moderate walkability where some errands can be finished on foot, though a brief drive is required for most trips. The location is convenient for residents and families needing reliable access to the area. Daily life at Sapphire at Applewood is built around resident well-being. The home features a beauty salon for grooming and personal care, a well-equipped fitness center where occupants can stay active, and common areas tailored for residents to socialize and connect. Dining is offered on-site to bolster residents’ needs. To help with daily support and senior living matters as they arise, the attentive staff is available.

For families considering Sapphire at Applewood, arranging an on-site tour is the best way to see apartment options, meet staff, experience common areas, and understand daily life there. One can reach the facility to schedule a visit or request detailed data about availability and pricing.

Walk Score
Walk Score: 57 / 100 Rank #244 / 475Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 244th 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.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

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Sapphire at Applewood is located in Salem, 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 Sapphire at Applewood

What neighborhood is Sapphire at Applewood in?

Sapphire at Applewood is in the Northeast Salem neighborhood.

Is Sapphire at Applewood in a walkable area?

Sapphire at Applewood has a walk score of 57. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Are pets allowed at Sapphire at Applewood?

No, Sapphire at Applewood has a no-pet policy.

Are there photos of Sapphire at Applewood?

Yes — there are 7 photos of Sapphire at Applewood in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Sapphire at Applewood?

Sapphire at Applewood is located at 309 Lancaster Dr Ne, Salem, OR 97301.

What is the phone number of Sapphire at Applewood?

(866) 652-8789 will put you in contact with the team at Sapphire at Applewood.

Does Sapphire at Applewood provide medical or personal care assistance?

No — Sapphire at Applewood is an independent living community. Residents live on their own in private apartments with access to amenities, dining, and social activities.

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