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Situated 67 miles south of Oregon’s capital city of Salem and at the southern end of the verdant Willamette Valley, Springfield provides a classic Pacific Northwest lifestyle experience that active, outdoor-loving seniors can enjoy. There are nine golf courses in and around Springfield, and opportunities for high-lakes fishing and Nordic sports are just an hour away in Oregon’s Cascade Mountain Range. Springfield is part of the Eugene-Springfield Metropolitan Statistical Area, which increases the number and quality of urban amenities available to residents, such as the renowned Fifth Street Public Market, the Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art and Hult Center for the Performing Arts.
Older adults who want to retain as much independence as possible often choose to live in assisted living communities, which provide them with customized help with various aspects of daily living, such as dressing, bathing and nonmedical personal care. According to Genworth’s 2021 Cost of Care Survey, the average cost of assisted living in Springfield is $5,623 per month. This amount is higher than both the Oregon and national averages.
We’ve put together the following guide to assisted living in Springfield, which includes information about costs and a list of relevant resources for Springfield seniors.
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COVID-19 restrictions and rules for Assisted Living Facilities are typically set by the state – to see the rules in your state, you can read our guide to Assisted Living in Oregon. Keep in mind that there may be other policies that communities put in place to protect their residents, so you should contact your local community for more information. Additionally, you can contact your local Area Agency on Aging to learn more – find contact information here.
The average cost of assisted living in Springfield is $5,623 per month.
At a monthly average of $5,623, assisted living in Springfield is more expensive than the national average of $4,500 and Oregon’s statewide average of $5,045.
Springfield residents pay more for assisted living costs than those in other Oregon communities. Prices average $4,975 in Portland, which is roughly $650 per month lower than in Springfield. In the Central Oregon community of Bend, assisted living costs are a little under $800 less at a monthly average of $4,835. Those at Oregon’s southern end in Medford pay $4,640, almost $1,000 less than average Springfield prices. Assisted living in Oregon’s capital city, Salem, is slightly over $100 less at an average of $5,500 per month. Albany residents pay an average of $4,530 per month for assisted living.
Note: Data for Springfield was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Eugene, was used instead.
Since not everyone can afford to pay for assisted living out-of-pocket, it’s important to find alternative methods to help make assisted living more affordable. Some of these options include:
For more information about your options for making assisted living more affordable, visit our guide to Assisted Living in Oregon.
| Contact | Description | |
| Senior & Disability Services | (541) 682-3353 | As the Area Agency on Aging for Lane County, Oregon, Senior & Disability Services serves as a frontline resource for elderly persons, their families and caregivers. They provide relevant referrals to community-based agencies and organizations that strive to improve the quality of life for senior citizens. The organization also provides a number of direct services, including senior nutrition programs in Lane County, case management, long-term care advocacy and an-home counseling program for seniors suffering from moderate depression. |
| Senior Community Service Employment Program | (541) 349-4130 | Seniors seeking ways to add to their retirement income can access employment opportunities through the Senior Community Service Employment Program, which operates under the umbrella of the Easter Seals. It provides low-income seniors with part-time internships with local nonprofits and public agencies. These opportunities are designed to upgrade their skills and help them earn an income until they attain full-time employment. |
| Willamalane Adult Activity Center | (541) 736-4444 | Willamalane Adult Activity Center provides Springfield seniors with a diverse array of activities and events, including hot, nutritious lunches Monday through Friday, community breakfasts, group exercise classes, senior law clinics and Medicare and Medicaid counseling. The center has three computers in the lobby that seniors can use to access the internet and a pet food bank where qualified individuals can receive supplemental food for their dogs and cats. There is an on-site woodworking shop where members can take classes or work independently on their own projects. |
| RideSource | (541) 687-5555 | Seniors with mobility issues in the Eugene/Springfield Metro Area can access essential transportation through Lane Transit District’s RideSource program. A transportation assessment is a required part of the application process for this service, and once approved, arrangements for rides need to be made at least one day in advance. |
| Campbell Community Center | (541) 682-5318 | Situated next door in Eugene, Campbell Community Center provides activities, support groups, classes and a number of social services relevant to older adults. Social services include income tax assistance, diabetes education workshops, driver safety classes and a senior law service. |
| American Legion Post #176 | (541) 746-1752 | Veterans of all branches of the U.S. military and their families can access a variety of services and social opportunities through the American Legion. This organization provides assistance with identifying and applying for service-based benefits and offers emergency financial help in some cases. It also provides numerous opportunities to socialize with other military families. |
| United Way of Lane County | (541) 741-6000 | Seniors looking for ways to give back to their communities and can access a number of volunteer opportunities through the United Way of Lane County. Volunteer opportunities include helping out at local soup kitchens and food banks, participating in wildlife habitat rehabilitation and assisting at community festivals and events. |
Assisted Living Facilities in the Springfield area are required to follow a set of rules and regulations that are determined at the state level. For an overview of those rules and regulations, see the information below. For more specific information, talk with your local community or Area Agency on Aging.
