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Assisted living costs in North Santiam average about $6,105 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 42 communities in North Santiam. Our detailed directory has 564 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Salem, Lebanon and Stayton.

Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses. 

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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Paradise Home Care is a residential care home located in the stunning Salem City, Oregon in Polk County. Beautiful trees that bring in a cool breeze enclose our community. It will only take you a few minutes' drive from our place to get access to local, national parks, shopping centers, and...
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We looked at a variety of different settings and took into consideration the limitations of our loved one. This home gave what we felt is the best combination of care and security.
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Forget Me Not Foster Care: A Family Friendly Active Senior Care Facility All senior care facilities are not alike. At Forget Me Not Foster Care we invite our resident's extended family to be a part of their life. We ensure a high standard of quality of care for all of our residents. Our...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Premier Care Homes is a residential care home that is located in Polk County in the quaint community of Salem, OR. If you are in need of retiring in a tight knit community, then Salem is the right area for you. There are a variety of different things to do in Polk County, which means that seniors...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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My mom passed away [name removed]. She was in the Madrona House and was only there about 2 1/2 months. Overall, it was an ok experience. Most of the nurses were good, and two were exceptional. They were...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
When your parents reach their elderly years, it is important to consider their future. They now need you to take over the role as caregiver and assist them with daily needs. You are also left with the obligations of your life as well. Choosing an assisted living facility can be very beneficial to...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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My parents selected this community because it felt the most like a home environment, they felt welcomed , well received, there names were used frequently in communications, and they were most responsive to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Lancaster Village & Assisted Living is an assisted living community located in the lush and beautiful township of Salem, Oregon. It is housed on an extensive grounds complete with a fishing pond and numerous paths and gardens to walk through and admire. The beautiful grounds are easily...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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It's been a positive experience. It's a very clean community, and the staff is friendly. They seem to be very I feel my mom could benefit from a little more activity. I don't see as much of the activity, but...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Tudor RoseTudor Rose is a senior care home located in Albany, OR. Albany is the seat of Oregon's Linn County and has a population of just over 51,000 citizens. It features a historic downtown with many excellent options for shopping, dining, and entertainment. Located in the center of Oregon's...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Caring and compassionate staff. There are no activities that I am aware of. So anything appropriate for ability would be good.
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.

Cost of assisted living in North Santiam, OR

The average cost of senior living in North Santiam is $6,105 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Adair Village, OR with an average of $5,851 per month.

Assisted living costs in North Santiam, OR, vs. state and national averages

North Santiam, OR
$6,105/mo
$6,838/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in North Santiam, OR, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$6,105/mo
$7,386/mo

Assisted living costs in North Santiam, OR, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,224/mo
Studio
$4,808/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,670/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,299/mo

Senior living costs in North Santiam vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: North Santiam, OR
Column state: Oregon
Column national: U.S.
Community typeNorth Santiam, OROregonU.S.
Assisted Living$6,105/mo$6,838/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,386/mo$8,364/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$3,323/mo$3,426/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
North Santiam, OR:$6,105/mo
Oregon:$6,838/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
North Santiam, OR:$7,386/mo
Oregon:$8,364/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
North Santiam, OR:$3,323/mo
Oregon:$3,426/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in North Santiam, OR, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in North Santiam and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

North Santiam, OROR stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in North Santiam, OR

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in North Santiam have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
North Santiam, OR$6,269/mo$5,747/mo+9.1%
Oregon$6,336/mo$5,861/mo+8.1%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
North Santiam, OR
2024 average cost:$6,269/mo
2023 average cost:$5,747/mo
Percent change:+9.1%
Oregon
2024 average cost:$6,336/mo
2023 average cost:$5,861/mo
Percent change:+8.1%
National
2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in North Santiam, OR

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in North Santiam.

What families are saying about assisted living in North Santiam

Recent reviews for assisted living in North Santiam

Blue Haven RCF - Dallas

4.0
My sister lives in Blue Haven. She has been there for about three years. She now receives hospice and this facility continues to give her loving care.

Anice Place Adult Foster Home, LLC in Albany, OR

4.7
I am very happy with the community. They could improve on the quality of the food. Overall, I would recommend to ther families.

The Springs at Willowcreek in Salem, OR

4.4
My mother [Removed] is at Woods. My sister [Removed] said you are doing an excellent job with our Mom. I 'm in Yuma, Az and won't be able to visit Mom till April. Then I can see first hand how my Mom is doing. Thank you [Removed]

North Santiam review score based on 90 family reviews

8.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 90 reviews of 39 North Santiam assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The North Santiam review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

North Santiam review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
North Santiam, OR39 facilities
8.0
Dallas, OR0 facilities
8.0
McMinnville, OR0 facilities

Review subcategories for North Santiam assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 90 reviews of 39 North Santiam assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare North Santiam resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
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Cleanliness
3.3
3.6
Friendliness
3.5
3.6
Care services
3.1
3.3
Staff
3.2
3.5
Meals & dining
2.9
3.2
Activities
2.9
3.2
Value for cost*
3.0
3.3
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North Santiam assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in North Santiam assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in North Santiam, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in North Santiam assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in North Santiam that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
North Santiam, ORNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
84.6%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
15.4%
34.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
76.9%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
84.6%
57.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
23.1%
30.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.4%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
61.5%
47.8%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
82.1%
52.9%
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Availability of select dementia care services in North Santiam assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of North Santiam Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
North Santiam, ORNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
82.1%
51.9%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
35.9%
33.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
53.8%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
28.2%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in North Santiam assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of North Santiam partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
North Santiam, ORNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
2.6%
27.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46.2%
41.8%
No sugar
No sugar
35.9%
38.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
53.8%
37.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
23.1%
18.9%
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Availability of select dining options in North Santiam assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of North Santiam communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
North Santiam, ORNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
17.9%
32.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
43.2%
Room service
Room service
38.5%
37.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.1%
18.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in North Santiam assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in North Santiam offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
North Santiam, ORNational
Activity director
Activity director
53.8%
47.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.1%
31.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.8%
31.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
53.8%
50.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
59%
50.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
53%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
51.3%
42.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.2%
36.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30.8%
38.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.7%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
53.8%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10.3%
25.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
48.7%
46.8%
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State regulations for assisted living in North Santiam

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Oregon assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in North Santiam protect seniors.
Learn about Oregon assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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