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The Springs at Willowcreek in Salem, OR

The Springs at Willowcreek is an assisted living and memory care community in Salem, OR.

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The Springs at Willowcreek in Salem, OR

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4398 Glencoe Street NE, Salem, OR 97301

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.4 from 47 reviews
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The Springs at Willowcreek Costs & Pricing

The Springs at Willowcreek offers competitive pricing for its accommodations when compared to both Marion County and the broader state of Oregon. For a studio room, residents can expect to pay $3,380 per month, which is notably lower than the county average of $3,836 and the state average of $3,815. The semi-private rooms are priced at $4,965, slightly above the county's rate of $4,031 but still competitive when juxtaposed with Oregon's average of $4,457. Overall, The Springs at Willowcreek provides a compelling value proposition for prospective residents seeking quality and affordability in their living arrangements.

Floor plansThe Springs at WillowcreekMarion CountyOregon
Studio$3,380$3,836$3,815
Semi-Private$4,965$4,031$4,457

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Overall Review of The Springs at Willowcreek

common 32 reviews mention this

Caring staff stands out

Residents and families repeatedly describe staff as kind, compassionate, and helpful.

Many reviews focus on staff approachability and follow-through, including taking time to answer questions and helping residents feel safe and at ease. A number of families describe attentive day-to-day care and clear communication when needs change. Even in negative reviews, some mention that certain staff members are kind, while others criticize staffing coverage and training.

differentiator 13 reviews mention this

Memory care support is a fit

Memory care is a central part of life here, and residents are supported through dementia-related stages.

Several reviewers specifically recommend the community for memory care, describing trained staff and experiences in the memory care unit. Families also talk about staff providing companionship to anxious residents and helping manage transitions when care needs increased. The community’s memory-focused programming and dementia-related services align with these repeated accounts, including support for mild cognitive impairment and specialized memory care programming.

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Dining is frequently praised

Meals and dining experience are commonly described as good, with special attention to being well fed.

Multiple residents and families mention that the food is good, meals are appetizing, and residents stay clean and well fed. Some reviewers also reference dining routines and options like choices at meals or room service, and one describes fresh bread being baked daily. A smaller number of comments contrast this with complaints about slow breakfast service or dining not meeting expectations.

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Activities and exercise get attention

Residents are supported with daily activities, including exercise and group programming.

Reviews frequently mention activities such as crafts, music, painting, and scheduled daily programming, with some describing how staff ensure residents have things to do. Exercise is another recurring point, including group exercises with a physical therapist coming in weekly. Even among mixed feedback, families note there are activities available, though participation varies by resident.

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Size can feel overwhelming

Some families worry the community may feel too large or busy for their loved one.

A couple of reviewers said the facility seemed too big, expressing concern that a loved one could get lost or feel like they are not getting individual attention. One review also frames the community as smaller and more intimate by comparison, suggesting size was a meaningful factor in choosing where to live.

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Staffing coverage and hygiene concerns

A few reviews raise concerns about staffing coverage, organization, or resident hygiene.

Some negative feedback points to staffing patterns that leave residents unsupervised at certain times, plus problems with hygiene and training quality. Another reviewer describes long delays during morning routines and staff seeming unorganized, while a different review notes that at times more staff might be needed to support daily needs. One other comment also criticizes cleaning and room presentation, though staff helpfulness during a tour is mentioned separately.

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Features

Housing

  • 85 resident community capacity 85 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Bath tubs Bath tubs
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Dementia waiver Dementia waiver
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • Hospice waiver Hospice waiver
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Mild cognitive impairment Mild cognitive impairment
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Specialized memory care programming Specialized memory care programming
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Anytime dining Anytime dining
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Gluten-free Gluten-free
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • International cuisine International cuisine
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • No Sugar No Sugar
  • Organic Organic
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • Room service Room service
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Special dining programs Special dining programs

Activities

  • Art classes Art classes
  • Catholic services Catholic services
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Cooking classes Cooking classes
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Jewish services Jewish services
  • Mormon/LDS services Mormon/LDS services
  • Other religious services Other religious services
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Protestant services Protestant services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Visiting Rabbi Visiting Rabbi
  • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest

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Nearby Places of Interest

This area of Salem, Oregon, offers a range of convenient amenities for seniors considering it for living. With multiple physicians and medical facilities nearby, including the Salem Occupational Health Clinic and Willamette Occupational Health Systems, residents can access quality healthcare easily. In terms of dining options, there are several cafes and restaurants within a short distance, such as Black Rock Coffee Bar and Chipotle Mexican Grill. For entertainment, Regal Willamette Town Center is close by for movie lovers. Additionally, pharmacies like Rite Aid and CVS Pharmacy are easily accessible for medication needs. The proximity to parks like Englewood Park and Riverfront Park provides opportunities for outdoor recreation and relaxation. Overall, this neighborhood offers a blend of convenience, healthcare access, dining choices, entertainment options, and natural surroundings for seniors looking for a comfortable living environment in Salem.

Physicians

  • Salem Occupational Health Clinic (0.4 miles)
  • Willamette Occupational Health Systems (0.4 miles)
  • Childhood Health Associates of Salem (1.6 miles)
  • Medical Center Eye Clinic | U. John Berzins, MD (1.7 miles)
  • Dermatology Clinic PC (1.7 miles)
  • Pacific Pulmonary Service (1.9 miles)
  • Oregon Heart Center, PC (2 miles)

Cafes

  • Black Rock Coffee Bar (0.5 miles)
  • Dutch Bros Coffee (2.1 miles)
  • Dutch Bros Coffee (2.6 miles)
  • Ike Box (2.9 miles)
  • Starbucks (3 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.1 miles)
  • Dutch Bros Coffee (3.6 miles)

Restaurants

  • McDonald's (0.6 miles)
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill (0.6 miles)
  • McGrath's Fish House (0.8 miles)
  • McDonald's (0.8 miles)
  • Del Taco (0.9 miles)
  • Pietro's Pizza (0.9 miles)
  • Kkoki Korean BBQ (0.9 miles)

Theaters

  • Regal Willamette Town Center (0.8 miles)
  • Regal Cinebarre Movieland (2.9 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Rite Aid (0.8 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (0.9 miles)
  • Genoa Pharmacy (1.3 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.5 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.2 miles)
  • Medicine Shoppe (2.3 miles)
  • Walmart Pharmacy (2.6 miles)

Transportation

  • Hertz Rent A Car (1 miles)
  • Amtrak (2.8 miles)

Hospitals

  • Oregon State Hospital (1.5 miles)
  • Department of Human Service (1.5 miles)
  • Willamette Family Medical Center (1.7 miles)
  • DaVita Salem North Dialysis (2.9 miles)
  • Salem Hospital (3.8 miles)

Parks

  • Englewood Park (1.7 miles)
  • Aldrich Park (2.7 miles)
  • Pringle City Park (3.2 miles)
  • Lower Bush Playground (3.2 miles)
  • Riverfront Park (3.3 miles)
  • Sunset Park (3.8 miles)

Places of Worship

  • First Christian Church (2.8 miles)

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