Roseburg Retirement Communities

Roseburg, Oregon is small city in the southwest part of the state. It has a modest population of just under 22,000. The beautiful North Umpqua River cuts through the middle of the city. The River gives the city’s residents the opportunity to participate in dozens of outdoor activities. Its small community is very close-knit and has many arts, theatre and musical institutions. Roseburg’s shortcoming is its limited number of assisted living facilities; there are only 13 to choose from. For those with more specialize senior care needs, looking to Medford, Eugene or Coos Bay may be necessary. However, in Roseburg you will be able to find assisted living options with very personalized care. At AssistedSeniorLiving can help you locate the Roseburg assisted living facility that has the right amenities and cost for your health and individual needs.

Roseburg assisted living costs average out to be around the Oregon state median. ALF private bedrooms cost $4,075 per month. Home maker services, home health aide and adult day health care will run around $3,527, $3,718 and $2,096, respectively. Homemaker services and home health aide are a few hundred dollars under the state median while adult day health care is right at the median level. Semi-private and private rooms in a nursing home cost $6,753 and $7,270, respectively. Semi-private rooms are around $100 under the state median and private rooms are more than $300 under the state median monthly cost. Roseburg’s affordable care options are also coupled with a cost of living that is 12 percent less than the national average, according to the March 2012 cost of living index. The city has two options for health services, Mercy Medical Center and the VA Roseburg Healthcare System. Its senior community is serviced by the Roseburg Senior Center on W Madrone Street.

Although the city only has around 20,000 inhabitants it has more than enough cultural and outdoor attractions for seniors to live an active retirement lifestyle. On the cultural front there are art galleries; Susan Comerford Studio and the Umpqua Valley Arts Association, theatres; Umpqua Actors Community Theatre, Roseburg Folk Dancers and the Grand Victorian, and music venues; the Roseburg Concert Chorale, Umpqua Chamber Orchestra, Umpqua Symphony Association and the Vintage Singers. Roseburg is a hiker’s paradise. It is located near the North Umpqua Trail System that has nearly 80 miles of trails that traverse through many different terrain. The city proper has many riverfront parks and even a riverfront golf course. Roseburg’s scenic location is also privy to a number of spots that are excellent for fishing, boating and exploring. The city is just 20 miles from Crater Lake National Park, while the North Umpqua River is great for rafting, kayaking and canoeing. Wine lovers will be drawn to some of the many Umpqua Valley wineries as well.

Roseburg’s downtown is a historic and charming stretch and includes beautiful foliage, friendly people and many shops, restaurants and businesses. The city is somewhat lacking in big-box stores and large shopping centers, but this may be a boon to some seniors who want to settle down in a quiet and relaxing Northwestern city.

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