Situated less than six miles from Ashland, Oregon, Talent is a small town of slightly less than 6,300 citizens with a charming downtown core that hosts events such as Friday evening community gatherings that feature live music, fresh produce and crafts vendors. Seniors who choose here are in good company — approximately 22.7% of Talent’s population is aged 65 and over. Oregon also offers a moderately tax-friendly environment for seniors. Although most retirement income is subject to state income tax, Oregon doesn’t tax Social Security payments, and there is no state sales tax.
Assisted living facilities are designed for seniors who don’t need a nursing home level of care but do need extra help with some of the basic tasks of daily living. Services that may be provided by these facilities include housekeeping, meal preparation, laundry and linen services, and assistance with bathing, dressing and grooming. Seniors in Talent pay an average of $4,640 per month for assisted living, which is several hundred dollars lower than the average for Oregon and $164 higher than the national average.
This guide provides an introduction to assisted living in Talent. It also includes cost comparisons and a list of resources for seniors.
300 Suncrest Road, Talent, OR, 97540
4.4
(5 reviews)
"The tour I had with Trustwell Living at Suncrest Place was great. They were incredibly helpful. We took as much time as we needed and asked all our questions. What I really liked about that one is it's a smaller facility, and so there were fewer r..."
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3033 Barnett Road, Medford, OR, 97504
4.0
(28 reviews)
"Brookdale Medford was much better than the other place we visited. When we got to our appointment, the sales manager was dressed very nicely standing at the door, waiting for us. He even had a little sign that said, 'Welcome,' and it had my parent..."
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2180 Poplar Drive, Medford, OR, 97504
4.8
(18 reviews)
"We toured Weatherly Inn. The place is perfect. Downstairs, they have memory care and it's very secure. They also have a quad they can go out on, and it's nice. It's a landscaped quad that is very secure. All the other apartments are on the second ..."
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1641 Veranda Park Dr¾, Medford, OR, 97504
4.8
(14 reviews)
"We took a tour of the Springs at Veranda Park, but they did not take my father. It was a good tour, the person was very good, and very knowledgeable, but it was more expensive than the other places. They have a balcony which would have been very g..."
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3150 Juanipero Way, Medford, OR, 97504
4.4
(16 reviews)
"I found the person who manages Prestige Senior Living Arbor Place very informative. He told me the details of what was being provided at the facility. It was beautiful, very well maintained, and the rooms were very nice. It would've been a good al..."
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2530 East McAndrews Road, Medford, OR, 97504
4.5
(8 reviews)
"I took my friend to Bonaventure of Medford. We spent four hours there. It's a very happy place. Everybody was so sweet and nice. They're just very helpful and very welcoming. It was very clean. I would physically live there myself. The dining roo..."
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548 North Main Street, Ashland, OR, 97520
3.5
(18 reviews)
"Wish I could give 10 Stars! I cannot praise Maple Ridge enough! The room was sparkling clean when Mom moved in, has a beautiful mountain view and big trees right outside her balcony. Maple Ridge staff is skilled, kind, and responsive to Mom'..."
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900 Skylark Pl, Ashland, OR, 97520
4.0
(1 reviews)
"Skylark Senior Living offers specialized senior living in the Ashland area. Whether you or your loved one is searching for Assisted Living, ..."
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1018 Royal Court, Medford, OR, 97504
2.0
(1 reviews)
"With The Orchards Assisted Living, it wasn't a very pleasant visit. The second I walked in, the two people at the front desk, I told them that we were there for a tour, and they stood there fighting about who was going to take us on a tour. They w..."
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1200 Mira Mar Ave., Medford, OR, 97504
4.5
(22 reviews)
"I toured the Rogue Valley Manor. It was very open and airy. I like the fact there was plenty of room to walk around and enjoy yourself. The people were really nice. They answered all my questions, and they were not really pushy (which I appreciate..."
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2146 Brookhurst St, Medford, OR, 97504
5.0
(2 reviews)
"What I like about Ashley Manor Care Center is that it's small and intimate. The staff is fabulous, caring, compassionate, and funny. My mom has been here for almost two months now. Being a small facility, they can almost give the residents one on ..."
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3465 Lone Pine Road, Medford, OR, 97504
5.0
(2 reviews)
"My aunt just moved in a few days ago. I'm so impressed. I worked in the home health field for 9 years. The management, nursing and staff are exceptional. Thanks for taking such good care of our loved one. We feel she is loved and safe there."
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3737 S Pacific Hwy, Medford, OR, 97501
5.0
(1 reviews)
"I would recommend Northridge Center. I like everything about it; the rooms, food, the way they kept the rooms, the way they kept it closed, and all of this. She had nothing to do except what she wanted to do. Unfortunately, it was on the highway t..."
READ MORE355 York St, Ashland, OR, 97520
5.0
(1 reviews)
"When I toured Clarita Cordizar Adult Foster Home, it was clutter free and it smelled good, like she was cooking something for dinner. I saw a spacious bedroom with an attached bathroom. I met Claire, the lady who owns it, and she was very friendly..."
READ MORE1441 Morrow Road, Medford, OR, 97504
4.6
(5 reviews)
"The Fountain Plaza was an older facility. They're doing some upgrades, but it's older. It's not as well-appointed as some of the others. We saw both a studio and a one-bedroom. The activities were very nice. We even saw a couple of the residents h..."
READ MORE822 Golf View Drive, Medford, OR, 97504
4.0
(10 reviews)
"The staff members at The Springs at Anna Maria are all very nice and very caring. They provide transportation to wherever I needed to go. I'm in a two-bedroom apartment right now and it's fine so far. The food is OK here."
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836 Crater Lake Ave, Medford, OR, 97504
3.5
(8 reviews)
"I took my mom with me to visit Avamere at Waterford. We've been there a few times, because we knew someone who lived there. First of all, one of their elevators has been broken down for an extended period of time, which makes it difficult for resi..."
READ MORELong-term care facilities in Oregon are overseen by the Oregon Department of Human Services. This agency conducts periodic inspections and resident surveys to help ensure that facilities continue to maintain licensing standards and are complying with all relevant state and federal rules and regulations.
While the air quality in Talent is reported as good, recent years have shown an increase in wildfire activity in Southern Oregon, and wildfire smoke may contribute to respiratory issues. Seniors should stay inside during these events.
According to the 2021 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, the average monthly cost of assisted living in Talent is $4,640. The overall average for Oregon is $5,045 per month, while the national monthly average is $4,500.
The cost of assisted living in other Oregon communities range from a high of $5,623 in Eugene to a low of $4,485 in Corvallis. Those in Oregon’s largest city, Portland, pay an average of $4,975 per month, while their counterparts in Oregon’s capital city, Salem, pay an average of $5,500.
Talent
$4,640
Oregon
$5,045
The United States
$4,500
Eugene
$5,623
Corvallis
$4,485
Portland
$4,975
Salem
$5,500
Residents of Talent have several other options for senior care besides assisted living. The most affordable choice is adult day health care at an average of $1,408 per month, while the most expensive option is nursing home care at $10,889 per month for a private room and $10,190 for a semiprivate room. Homemaker services and home health care both average $6,101 per month in Talent.
Homemaker Services
$6,101
Home Health Aide
$6,101
Adult Day Health Care
$1,408
Assisted Living Facility
$4,640
Nursing Home (semiprivate room)
$10,190
Nursing Home (private room)
$10,889
Note: Data for Talent was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Medford, was used instead.
Oregon Medicaid has four programs to help eligible seniors cover the costs associated with assisted living. The K Plan, or Community First Choice (CFC) plan, offers long-term supports to avoid nursing home placement and the Independent Choices Program (ICP) provides monthly cash payments to allow self-managed care. The other two programs are Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers, which include the Aged and Physically Disabled (APD) waiver to prevent nursing home placement and the Client-Employed Provider (CEP) program to allow seniors to choose their care providers.
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.
There are many free resources in the Talent area that are specifically for older persons living in local assisted living facilities. The following agencies provide a range of supportive services for seniors, including Medicare counseling, recreation programs and help for those whose legal rights may be being violated by a long-term care facility.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Age and Disability Resource Connection of Rogue Valley | (541) 618-7572 Toll-Free:(855) 673-2372 | Seniors in Jackson and Josephine Counties and their families can speak directly with a senior resource specialist by contacting the Age and Disability Resource Connection of Rogue Valley. Services include long-term care options counseling to help seniors and their family members make good decisions about long-term care, referrals to available community-based programs and activities designed to help seniors retain independence and enjoy a good quality of life, and health aging workshops. |
| Ashland Senior Center | (541) 488-5342 | Ashland Senior Center offers in-person group dining by reservation, a community garden, a lending library, walking, game, discussion and reading groups, technology classes and workshops, yoga, tai chi, line dancing and Friday movies. The center publishes a monthly newsletter with a calendar of upcoming activities. Those aged 62 and over are eligible for free transportation to and from the center. |
| Jackson County Veterans Services | (541) 774-8200 | Veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces and their surviving spouses can receive assistance with navigating the application process for service-based entitlements and benefits. This agency can also help with appeals for those who have been denied benefits. |
| Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (503) 378-6533 Toll-Free: (800) 522-2602 | Seniors in long-term care facilities who suspect that their legal rights are being violated in any way can contact the Long-Term Care Ombudsman for investigative services and advocacy. Problems can include dietary issues, substandard accommodations and/or care and verbal, physical and/or financial abuse. All services provided by the Long-Term Care Ombudsman are confidential and free of charge. |
| The Senior Health Insurance Benefits Assistance Program (SHIBA) | (800) 722-4134 | Those struggling with making Medicare decisions can get help from certified SHIBA volunteers. The program is designed to save Medicare recipients as much money as possible by comparing supplemental insurance plans and making sure they receive all the benefits to which they are entitled. |
Talent 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.
