Assisted Living in Salem, OR

Bonaventure of Salem's made our top 10 list due to its abundance of lifestyle amenities. This independent, assisted living and memory care apartment community is conveniently situated off Interstate 5 in the Southeast Mill Creek neighborhood. Its main recreation area has a piano lounge, lighted puzzle tables, poker tables, a bar and bistro with pool and chess tables, and an activity room with a jukebox and community kitchen. The movie theater accommodates up to 58 people, and there’s a gardening and hobby room with direct garden access. Other inviting amenities include a fitness center, cafe, salon and fireside library.

Consisting of single-level cottages that create a neighborhood-style setting, Farmington Square Salem is our top pick for seniors who prefer an accessible, homelike environment. This pet-friendly assisted living and memory care community has a quiet residential location in the Faye Wright neighborhood and is conveniently close to local shops on Commercial Street. Each cottage has its own courtyard or backyard, dining room and well-appointed common areas. Residents are accommodated in studio, one-bedroom and companion suites. In addition to three nutritious home-style meals served daily, snacks and beverages are available 24/7.

We recommend Regency Woodland to seniors who prefer an accessible single-level home and a smaller community. This 40-bed independent and assisted living facility in Faye Wright is steps away from Woodmansee Park and adjacent to Cherry City Center’s shops and restaurants. It has a large front lawn, plenty of mature trees and a landscaped rear garden for outdoor relaxation. The dining area features a grand piano for live entertainment, while the activity area has a community kitchen and sizable puzzle and board game collection. Other activities include pet therapy, outings, volunteer programs and religious services.

Meadow Creek Village Assisted Living is nestled in wooded surroundings in the Morningside neighborhood. We recommend this 52-bed single-level facility to seniors who want an accessible homelike environment with a peaceful atmosphere. Its lush grounds offer tranquil spaces for strolling, gardening, wildlife watching and barbecue parties. Residents have easy access to a fitness room, activity room, salon and fireside lounges. The facility’s EverWell program of personalized care services includes fall prevention, medication assistance, rehabilitative therapy, pain management and on-site physician consultations. Loved ones may also benefit from family meetings, support groups and education programs.

Located on a cul-de-sac in the East Lancaster neighborhood, The Springs at Willowcreek keeps residents conveniently near Willamette Town Center. This 85-bed assisted living and memory care community consists of five single-level homes, and it’s one of our top choices for its smoke-free, pet-friendly environment and true homelike setting. Each house has its own patio area and living and dining spaces, as well as its own calendar of activities. Residents are accommodated in spacious private and companion studio suites with kitchenettes, and they have access to around-the-clock support, whirlpool baths and on-site salon services.

Situated in a tranquil setting by a forested area of a residential neighborhood, yet conveniently close to Wilsonville Town Center, The Springs at Wilsonville keeps seniors close to nature and local commercial amenities. This assisted living and memory care community is among our top recommendations for its suburban location that’s only a short drive from Portland and Salem. Its four neighborhood wings have their own calendar of activities. Central amenities include a recreational room, movie theater, library, salon and ice cream parlor. Residents can enjoy Sit & Fit exercises, karaoke, gardening, happy hours and scenic drives.

The active, engaging lifestyle at Cedar Village makes this senior community one of our top 10 choices for assisted living. This Frontier Management facility is located in Hayesville, a community just northwest of Salem. The two-story building consists of studio and one-bedroom apartments. The large restaurant-style dining room has a grand piano and serves as the primary venue for most activities. Inviting amenities include a game area, fireside library, vintage-style cafe and full-service salon. Residents can enjoy regular activities, such as seated exercises, cooking, gardening, sing-alongs and pet visits.

Prestige Senior Living Southern Hills is one of our top picks for its vibrant community atmosphere that promotes healthy, fulfilled lifestyles. Located in the Sunnyslope neighborhood, this 72-bed assisted living facility is situated next to Skyline Baptist Church and conveniently near Kaiser Permanente Skyline Medical Office and Sunnyslope Center’s shops. The landscaped grounds feature vegetable and flower gardens, and the large upper-floor patios provide comfortable spaces for outdoor relaxation. Residents can join exercise classes held in the wellness room, spend some quiet time at the well-stocked library and play games, watch movies and do crafting projects in the activity room.

Lancaster Village is an independent and assisted living community consisting of duplexes, cottages and tri-level apartment buildings, and it’s on our top 10 list for its friendly atmosphere and familiar homelike environment. Its location in the East Lancaster neighborhood provides proximity to Willamette Town Center. The landscaped grounds have a putting green, raised gardening beds and sitting areas for outdoor leisure. Lifestyle activities include exercise classes, Wii games, themed parties and scenic drives. Residents are encouraged to join special interest groups, such as the choir, book club, quilting group and poker club.

Ideally situated in the West Salem neighborhood, Prestige Senior Living Orchard Heights is less than 2 miles from downtown Salem. It’s also conveniently close to Wallace Marine Park and shopping centers on Wallace Road. We added this assisted living and memory care community in our list for its convenient residential location and warm, engaging ambiance. Its secured parklike courtyard has raised flower beds and evergreen landscaping. Residents can socialize in the restaurant-style dining hall, fireside lounge, activity room and TV nook. Celebrations wellness activities include gardening, baking, pet therapy, happy hours and outings.