The 3 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Pendleton, OR for 2023

The average cost of assisted living in Pendleton is $3,290 per month. This is lower than the national median of $3,895. Cheaper rated regions include Hermiston with an average starting cost of 3,227.

To help you with your search, browse the 9 reviews below for assisted living facilities in Pendleton. On average, consumers rate assisted living in Pendleton 3.8 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Hermiston with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

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When seniors wrap up in a bright Pendleton wool shirt or blanket to keep warm, they have reason to be grateful to this Eastern Oregon town, where the Pendleton Woolen Mills is one of the largest employers. Pendleton is also home to four assisted living facilities, all of which provide room and board to aging seniors within a secure and comfortable residential setting. These assisted living communities also provide personal care services that include medication management and assistance with the activities of daily living, such as grooming, bathing and eating. All assisted living facilities in Pendleton, and all of Oregon, are licensed by the state's Department of Human Services.

• Pendleton's cost of living is 5.5 percent lower than the national average cost of living, making it a solid choice for seniors on a fixed income.
  
  
• Pendleton has an array of community resources for seniors, including the Community Action Program of East Central Oregon, an organization that provides money management assistance, legal aid, home-delivered meals, elder abuse advocacy and transportation, as well as one senior center.
  
  
• All of Pendleton turns out every year for the Pendleton Round-Up, one of the top Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association rodeos in the country. Seniors may also enjoy attending the annual Festival of Trees each December.
  
  
• The Pendleton area is home to world-class medical facilities, including St. Anthony Hospital, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
  
  
• While the rate of violent crime in Pendleton is lower than the average national rate of violent crime, it's higher than the average rate of violent crime in all of Oregon, and the city's overall crime rate is fairly high. Residents have a 1 out of 34 chance of being a victim of property crime, which may be a concern to seniors considering relocation.
  
  
• While Pendleton doesn't have a city bus service, it does provide public transportation to residents through its relationship with Elite Taxis. The public can buy taxi vouchers for use seven days a week, and seniors and the disabled are able to buy vouchers at a reduced rate. In addition, people who need transportation to a medical appointment or the hospital can get free rides through the city's Care-Ride program.

Assisted Living costs in Pendleton start around $3,290 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of assisted living is $4,000 per month, according to the latest figures from Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey.

It’s important to note that assisted living rates in Pendleton and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.

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.