Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Eugene, Oregon
1 of 8 nursing homes in Eugene (13%) meet our strict criteria. The Oregon statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 2 caution · 5 avoid · data
City Average
2.3
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
773
across 8 facilities
High Risk Facilities
5
5 Grade F
$309,693 in combined fines
Zero Fines
3
/8
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Eugene, Oregon, is adequate but shows some concerns, with only 12% of facilities recommended. Families should be aware of the five facilities in the avoid tier, which collectively have incurred $299,660 in fines, highlighting the need for careful selection.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 CREEKSIDE HEALTH AND REHAB OF CASCADIA (85) — Creeekside Health and Rehab of Cascadia stands out with a 5-star CMS rating and an impressive Trust Score of 85/100. The facility boasts a B+ grade and has maintained a record of $0 fines, reflecting its commitment to quality care in its 106-bed capacity.
The other 7 Eugene facilities didn't qualify — 5 carry Grade D or F ratings and 5 have fines totaling $309K.
Recommended
Creeekside Health and Rehab of Cascadia stands out with a 5-star CMS rating and an impressive Trust Score of 85/100. The facility boasts a B+ grade and has maintained a record of $0 fines, reflecting its commitment to quality care in its 106-bed capacity.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Also Worth Considering
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Eugene Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 2.3 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 7?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 5 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 5 Have fines totaling $309,693
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 2 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Eugene Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Eugene's city average is 2.3 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
5 of 8 Eugene facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Eugene avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Eugene facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
Explore Nearby Cities
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Houston at a Glance
Good News
- 12 facilities meet our strict criteria—20% of the market
- 3 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
- 24 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 30 facilities carry Grade F—nearly half the market
- $3.2M+ in total fines across 37 facilities
- Worst facility has $448,216 in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 48.6 (dragged down by 30 F-grades)
- 82% for-profit, 13% non-profit, 5% government
- 9.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Eugene, OR are recommended?
1 of 8 nursing homes in Eugene (12%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Eugene "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Eugene?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.