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The 5 Best Nursing Homes in Eugene, OR for 2024

As the second-largest city in Oregon, Eugene offers residents reliable access to top-notch medical facilities, robust social services and free resources aimed at older adults. Seniors can get dedicated geriatric care at the PeaceHealth Sacred Heart Medical Center, which features a specialized Gerontology Institute that serves the city’s retirees. In Eugene, health care is slightly cheaper than the national average, allowing seniors to spend less on the services they need. The city is home to approximately 172,600 residents, 16% of whom are aged 65 and older.

Nursing home care provides 24-hour supervision, skilled nursing care and certain other medical services. It can be a good choice for seniors who need extensive help with activities of daily living, such as eating, grooming and getting dressed, but don’t need the level of care offered in a hospital. Nursing home care in Eugene costs an average of $10,235 per month, which is much pricier than other kinds of care in Oregon. Retirees who can live somewhat independently without around-the-clock assistance may want to consider home health care or assisted living instead.

This guide gives an overview of the cost of nursing home care in other Oregon cities, rates for other types of care in Eugene and some local resources for seniors and their loved ones.

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Nursing Home Costs in Eugene, OR

The average cost for a semiprivate nursing home room in Eugene is $10,235 per month. For a private room, the price averages $11,201.

The Cost of Nursing Home Care in Nearby Cities

Nursing home care in Eugene costs about $2,480 more than the national average of $7,756 per month, but only about $120 more than the median for Oregon as a whole. Going north to Portland, rates are a bit cheaper at $10,083 per month. In Salem, which is located about midway between Portland and Eugene, rates are higher at an average of $10,646. Bend seniors pay the most for nursing home care at $11,650 per month. Medford is among the cheapest cities for this level of care, with an average cost of $9,475.

Eugene

$10,235

Oregon

$10,114

United States

$7,756

Portland

$10,083

Salem

$10,083

Bend

$11,650

Medford

$9,475

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Seniors and their families may want to compare other types of care to find the best option for their needs and budget. Getting care at home costs $5,529, or about $4,700 less than the average nursing home rate. Home health care is slightly more expensive, costing an average of $5,577. Assisted living is priced a bit lower at $5,430 per month. Adult day care costs $3,467, making it the least expensive choice. Nursing home care is pricier than other options, with semiprivate rooms costing $10,235 and private room rates averaging $11,201 per month.

Home care

$5,529

Home health care

$5,577

Adult day health care

$3,467

Assisted living

$5,430

Nursing home (semiprivate room)

$10,235

Nursing home (private room)

$11,201

Financial Assistance for Nursing Home Care in Eugene, OR

Many seniors and their families use some form of financial assistance to help them pay for nursing care. The main options available are Medicare, Medicaid, and veterans benefits. These programs can be complicated, especially when it comes to benefit terms. Below, we give a brief overview of how these programs may be used towards paying for skilled nursing care.

  • Medicare: Medicare will typically cover all skilled nursing costs for the first 20 days of one’s stay in a nursing home and a portion of the costs until day 100. After 100 days in a skilled nursing facility, Medicare will not cover any part of the cost of the stay. While this is adequate when short-term care is needed, those in need of long-term care will need to either pay out-of-pocket or use another source of financial assistance.
  • Medicaid: Medicaid covers most of the costs of living in a skilled nursing facility for those who qualify. Care, room, and board are covered with no time limit, but residents may be charged for extras like specially prepared food or cosmetic services. Medicaid eligibility standards are strict and complex, so not all seniors are eligible for Medicaid benefits.
  • Veterans Benefits: Veterans receiving a VA pension may also be eligible for the Aid and Attendance benefit administered by the VA. Aid and Attendance is a monthly allowance that beneficiaries may use to pay for their long-term care, including skilled nursing care.

If these options aren’t available to you, check if your loved one has long-term care insurance or contact your Area Agency on Aging to ask about any local financial assistance programs for seniors.

Free Resources for Seniors in Eugene, OR

These resources can help seniors choose a long-term care facility and make the transition to nursing home care. Some can also help Eugene residents get assistance in their own homes, enabling them to delay the need for nursing home care for as long as possible.

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Senior & Disability Services(541) 682-3353Senior & Disability Services offers a directory of free resources for retirees and their families in Lane County. Some of the services available to seniors include case management, health insurance counseling, legal aid and nutrition education. Many programs are geared toward residents with limited income and assets.
Aging and Disability Resource Connection of Oregon(855) 673-2372Seniors can talk to an ADRC counselor to learn how to plan for their future and get help with choosing a long-term care community. Counselors are trained to assess each senior's unique needs and provide referrals to local resources that can assist them. The ADRC website has information about community-based supports and financial assistance programs that may cover some of the cost of care.
Oregon Project Independence(541) 682-4038OPI is a statewide program for seniors who need help living independently and want to stay in their own home. The program provides case management, assistive technology, housekeeping and up to five hours of personal care per week. OPI has no income requirements, but seniors who have Medicaid coverage aren't eligible for the program.
Accessibility Improvement Program(541) 682-5446Very low-income Eugene residents can get financial assistance to make their home more accessible through this program. Recipients receive deferred loans of up to $5,000, which can be used to install wheelchair ramps, bathroom aids, grab bars and strobe smoke alarms.
Meals on Wheels Lane County(541) 607-5065Homebound Eugene residents aged 60 and older can get freshly prepared meals delivered directly to their door. Recipients receive up to two hot meals per weekday, plus frozen meals to eat when hot meal delivery isn't available. Seniors must have an in-home assessment to qualify for the service.

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