With a population of slightly over 102,000 residents, 16.8% of whom are 65 and over, Bend, Oregon, offers a mixture of small-town charm and urban amenities. Known for its historic downtown core with independently owned brew pubs, cafés, entertainment venues and art galleries, Bend offers active retirees a variety of interesting and fun things to do. There are several resources for older adults in Bend as well as numerous assisted living facilities. These facilities promote independence and a good quality of life among seniors while providing them with the supportive services they need.
Assisted living facilities offer housing alternatives for those who need assistance with routine tasks of daily living, such as bathing, dressing and household chores but don’t require the clinical level of care provided by nursing homes. The average cost of an assisted living facility in Bend is $4,835 per month.
This guide provides an introductory overview of assisted living in Bend. Please read on for more information about assisted living costs in Bend, cost comparisons with other Oregon communities and ways to pay for assisted living.
1010-1025 NE Purcell Blvd., Bend, OR, 97701
4.8
(14 reviews)
"We chose Aspen Ridge Premier Retirement & Assisted Living for mom. She's already visited that place, and she knew she liked it the first time, and we went again. I like the fact that every unit has its own deck or patio. It has independent liv..."
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2660 NE Mary Rose Place, Bend, OR, 97701
4.5
(15 reviews)
"I liked that Prestige Senior Living High Desert was quiet and there was a chance for my mom to garden. It seemed like there were opportunities for my mom, who is a little more active, just wanting to be out and about, to get out and exercise and t..."
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2599 NE Studio Rd, Bend, OR, 97701
4.2
(6 reviews)
"Fox Hollow was where we were going to place my mother-in-law. After doing a thorough assessment, they said that they could take her but didn’t feel it’s the best fit. It’s just independent and assisted living, and they felt that Dorothy was a step..."
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127 SE Wilson Ave, Bend, OR, 97702
4.3
(4 reviews)
"My in-laws are settling in just fine at Regency Village at Bend. The price is better than any other place. They're definitely the most reasonable. The rooms are tiny, but they're clean, and everything looks awesome. It is excellent. What we like t..."
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2825 Neff Road, Bend, OR, 97701
4.0
(3 reviews)
"Awbrey Place Assisted Living and Memory Care was a fantastic place. It was clean and bright. The people were friendly, and they had nice accommodations in the private rooms. They were appropriately sized with easy access, and very clean and bright..."
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61161 Cottonwood Dr., Bend, OR, 97702
4.8
(4 reviews)
"My Mom came from a horrible place to this business for the last 10 months of her life. She was happy, very well cared for and our family had quality time with her, until her passing in 2020. I can't say enough good about the owner. Honest to ..."
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Touchmark at Mt. Bachelor Village, Bend, OR, 97702
4.0
(10 reviews)
"Touchmark at Mount Bachelor Village was really good and nice. I loved the people there. They're lovely. I loved the location. I think the facility is beautiful, nice, and clean. There's nothing bad you can say about it. It's up to date. The staff ..."
READ MORE1801 NE Lotus Dr, Bend, OR, 97701
3.6
(7 reviews)
"Everything we have experienced so far has been good at Bend Villa. The staff is helpful. She has got a 2-bedrooom unit with a living area, a very small kitchen, and a nice bathroom. It’s homey. The food is very good, and they’ve got quite a few ac..."
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20215 Powers Road, Bend, OR, 97702
3.8
(4 reviews)
"Mt. Bachelor Assisted Living and Memory Care was an excellent facility. They have all of the amenities anyone could probably ask for in an assisted living. It was highly recommended and that's where we're going to be moving my sister in. We talked..."
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2853 NE Conners Avenue, Bend, OR, 97701
4.0
(1 reviews)
"Mom's been at Ashley Manor for about two months now. I like that it is a smaller facility. I know they have some private and semi-private rooms; they are not really a good size, though. They don't really have any activities there. They have an act..."
READ MORELong-term care facilities in Oregon are licensed and overseen by the Oregon Department of Human Services. This agency provides timely updates on relevant rules and regulations affecting the operations of these facilities and maintains an abuse reporting guide and hotline.
The average monthly cost of an assisted living facility in Bend is $4,835, although prices of individual facilities vary depending on where they’re located and the quality of their accommodations.
With a monthly average of $4,835, assisted living in Bend is several hundred dollars higher than the national average of $4,500. However, residents of assisted living facilities in Bend pay less than the overall Oregon average of $5,045 per month. Corvallis residents pay the least expensive rates in the state at $4,485, while their counterparts in Eugene have the highest monthly average at $5,623. Those in Oregon’s largest metro area, Portland, pay an average of $4,975 per month. Costs fall to $4,640 in Medford at the southern end of the state.
Bend
$4,835
Oregon
$5,045
United States
$4,500
Corvallis
$4,485
Eugene
$5,623
Portland
$4,975
Medford
$4,640
Seniors in Bend pay an average of $6,435 per month for both in-home care and home health care. These options provide the same types of services offered by assisted living facilities in the senior’s own home. Adult day health care is the least expensive type of senior care in Bend at an average of $1,842 per month. Nursing home care is the most expensive at an average of $10,038 per month for a semiprivate room.
In-Home Care
$6,435
Home Health Care
$6,435
Adult Day Health Care
$1,842
Assisted Living Facility
$4,835
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$10,038
Oregon is one of five states to offer a 1915(k) option, also known as a K Plan, K Option, or, in Oregon, the Community First Choice plan. This benefit, offered through Medicaid, helps eligible low-income seasons to pay for their assisted living and other care costs.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Oregon page.
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:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Oregon page.
Bend seniors have access to a range of resources designed to provide community-based services for older adults. The information listed below helps seniors find transportation options, get help if they believe their rights are being violated in a long-term care facility and receive assistance navigating Medicare and Medicaid applications.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Bend Senior Center | (541) 388-1133 | Older adults in Bend can access over 80 fitness classes, participate in arts and crafts projects, join others on group outings to local points of interest, watch movies and connect with their peers in the Bend Senior Center's senior social lounge or on the landscaped patio. |
| Dial-a-Ride | (541) 385-8680 | Low-income seniors who live within three-quarters of a mile of Bend's fixed route service routes can access door-to-door transportation from Dial-a-Ride. The service is available seven days per week except for major holidays. |
| Office of the Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (503) 378-6533 or (800) 522-2602 | The Office of the Long-Term Care Ombudsman addresses complaints made by seniors in assisted living and others acting on their behalf. Trained volunteers and professional staff work to ensure the legal rights of the residents of these facilities aren't violated. |
| Oregon Department of Human Services Legal Assistance Development Program | (855) 673-2372 | Residents 60 and over who need legal services related to public benefits, health care, protection services, age discrimination and related problems can contact the Legal Assistance Development Program for help. Seniors can also contact their regional Area Agency on Aging for a referral to an attorney who provides these services. |
| Senior Medicare Patrol | (855) 673-2372 | Trained volunteers with the Senior Medicare Patrol educate recipients of Medicare and Medicaid on preventing health care fraud, errors and abuse. Services are available in a variety of languages, including Spanish, Korean, Romanian and Vietnamese. |
Bend 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.
