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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Eugene, OR for 2024

Located between two national forests, Eugene straddles the Willamette River and offers a temperate climate, with average summer highs topping out at 82 degrees and winter lows averaging 34 degrees. The city is called home by 176,654 people, and with 16% of the population aged 60 and older, there are plenty of activities and resources for seniors.

Although many seniors prefer to remain at home, assisted living communities are an option for seniors who can no longer live alone. These facilities offer homelike settings with staff to assist with everyday needs, housekeeping and transportation. Seniors can choose from various activities and receive nutritious meals. Assisted living is appropriate when a nursing home’s 24/7 higher-level medical care is not necessary. The average monthly cost for assisted living in Eugene is $5,623 compared to the Oregon average of $5,045

This guide provides information about assisted living in Eugene, average costs for long-term care and the advantages and disadvantages of living in the city. It also includes a list of free resources for seniors.

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Eugene

Assisted living facilities in Eugene are licensed through the Oregon Department of Human Services upon meeting the requirements of the state’s standards and certification. The Department of Human Services performs inspections and surveys to ensure all rules and regulations are followed.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Eugene

  • Given the city’s temperate climate, seniors have plenty of opportunities to enjoy the beauty of Eugene’s lush green landscape, farmers’ markets and acres of parks. The city does get an average of 47 inches of rain per year compared to the nation’s average of 28. However, seniors can visit numerous indoor attractions, including theaters, galleries and museums. The overall comfort index for the city’s weather is 7.4 out of 10, with summer’s comfort index being 9.2 out of 10.
  • Seniors living in Oregon keep more of their retirement income, as the state is moderately tax-friendly. Oregon doesn’t tax Social Security income. However, withdrawals from retirement accounts and other forms of retirement income are taxed at the full rate, and public or private pension income is partially taxed.
  • The cost of living in Eugene is 105.3, which is higher than the national average of 100. This number represents an expensive housing market rating of 135.6. However, Eugene’s cost of living is lower than Oregon’s at 113.1.
  • Physicians are more available to seniors in Eugene. There are 240 physicians per 100,000 people compared to the United States average of 210 per 100,000. Seniors who need specialized health care will find a range of departments at Sacred Heart Medical Center University District, including the center’s Acute Care for Elders (ACE) program and Gerontology Institute.
  • Crime in Eugene is higher than U.S. averages. Out of a ranking from 1 to 100, with 100 being the highest, violent crime ranks 23.9 and property crime 57.8. The U.S. average for violent crime is 22.7 and property crime 35.4. Assisted living communities provide 24/7 monitoring and security options, however.

Paying for Assisted Living in Eugene

Eugene assisted living communities cost an average of $5,623 a month according to the Genworth Cost of Care Survey, a bit less expensive than Oregon’s cost as a whole at $5,045. These costs are higher than the national average of $4,500.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

While Eugene costs $5,623 monthly for assisted living, Salem, an hour drive north, averages $5,500 monthly, and Portland, on the border of Washington, averages $4,975. Corvallis is a city to the west of Eugene, and its monthly fee for assisted living is $4,485. To the east, Albany averages $4,530.

Portland

$4,975

Oregon

$5,045

The United States

$4,500

Eugene

$5,623

Salem

$5,500

Bend

$4,835

Corvallis

$4,485

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Along with assisted living, Eugene offers long-term care for seniors based on their individual needs. Seniors who choose to remain at home and only need weekday care can visit adult day health care centers. These centers offer therapy, activities and some medical care, with an average monthly cost of $8,342. Homemaker services cost approximately $5,911 a month, and home health aide services, offering some medical care, average $6,197. When seniors need higher-level medical services, nursing homes provide 24/7 care and monitoring costing $10,235 for a semiprivate room and $11,406 for a private room.

Homemaker Services

$5,911

Home Health Aide

$6,197

Adult Day Health Care

$8,342

Assisted Living Facility

$5,623

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$10,235

Nursing Home Facility (private room)

$11,406

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Eugene

Seniors who are eligible can apply for funds to help pay for their assisted living care through the following government programs: the Oregon Health Plan, which is the state’s Medicaid program, and the Community First Choice Option.

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Oregon page.

Financial Assistance in Oregon

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Oregon page.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Eugene

Many local government agencies and nonprofit groups provide seniors resources, activities, support and services. In Eugene, seniors living in assisted living communities or considering assisted living have access to these free resources. 

ResourceContactService
Campbell Community Center(541) 682-5318Campbell Community Center keeps a full schedule of activities for seniors. Classes include woodworking, Chinese brush workshops and card making. Activities allow seniors an opportunity to socialize and include chess, bridge, billiards and more. Community agencies come to the center to offer free services such as senior law, estate law and wellness seminars.
Oregon Long-Term Care Ombudsman(503) 378-6533The Oregon Long-Term Care Ombudsman works with residents, families and long-term care facility staff to resolve resident concerns, such as wellness care, billing issues and food quality. Ombudsmen act as advocates for residents, mediating disagreements, and volunteers educate seniors about their rights as residents of a long-term care community.
Senior Health Insurance Benefits Advisors(541) 682-5318Senior Health Insurance Benefits Advisors (SHIBA) are available to seniors for free, personalized appointments to answer their questions about benefits. Topics include private health insurance coverage, Medicare and Medicaid plans and other topics related to benefits.
Lane Transit District Honored Riders Free Bus Fare(541) 687-5555The Lane Transit District (LTD) offers seniors 65 and older free fares through its Honored Riders program. Seniors can get their pass at the district's customer service center.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Eugene

Eugene Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living Facilities in Oregon are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Oregon page for more information about these laws.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Oregon

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