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Desert Sage Memory Care

1025 NE Purcell Blvd

4.3(33 ratings)· Bend average: 4.3

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Quick Facts

Licensed capacity
43 residents

Oregon ODHS

Management history
Community recently underwent a management change
Billing practice
One report of rate hikes with only two days notice

What Families Think

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Desert Sage Memory Care (formerly Aspen Ridge) in Bend, Oregon draws many enthusiastic reviews praising compassionate, attentive staff and a clean, family-like environment, with one staff member (Stephanie Crespo) singled out repeateds times for her support during move-ins. However, a cluster of more serious reviews describe a rocky stretch tied to a management transition, including reports of neglectful care, poor family communication, and abrupt billing changes.

What reviewers praise

  • Staff frequently described as warm and attentive
  • Consistently praised for cleanliness of the community
  • Family communication praised, especially during move-in transitions
  • Engaging activity programs including exercise classes
  • Meals well-received by residents and families

What reviewers flag

  • Several reports of neglect and poor care after a management change
  • One report of infected wound not properly treated
  • One report of rude, unprofessional management staff
  • One report of a large rate increase with only two days notice
  • One report of an admission being cancelled at the last minute

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Desert Sage Memory Care is a senior living community in Bend, Oregon offering Memory Care, Independent Living and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities. Families rate it 4.3 out of 5 across 33 reviews.

About Desert Sage Memory Care

Desert Sage Memory Care is a memory care community in Bend, Oregon, providing specialized care for seniors living with dementia or other memory impairments. The community offers a welcoming, secure, and vibrant environment that emphasizes comfort, familiarity, and safety.

The basic rate includes all utilities, weekly housekeeping services, cable, WiFi, three chef-prepared meals per day served in the dining room, medication and healthcare management, transportation services, regular assessments, and 24-hour staffing. Additional care services are available and charged to personalized service plans.

The community focuses on engaging activities and nurturing care that makes every moment matter. Staff receive specialized training that immerses them in understanding dementia and how it affects residents' daily experiences, enhancing the level of care provided. Residents can share their activities and happenings through LifeLoop.

The community hosts regular activities and events for residents and their families, creating opportunities for social engagement and celebration within the Bend area.

Types of Care at Desert Sage Memory Care

Independent LivingMemory CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Emergency Call System
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Wi-Fi / High-Speed Internet

Meals & Dining

  • Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
  • Restaurant style Dining Room

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)
  • Transportation Services

Activities

  • Birthday / Holiday Parties
  • Social Activities

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Reviews of Desert Sage Memory Care

4.3overall · 33 ratings combined

4.3★ on Google (33)

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Kitty Warner

Mar 2026

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My Father needed to be transferred from his residence to a new memory care facility. We were referred to Desert Sage Memory Care, where Stephanie Crespo, Director of Community Outreach helped with the entire transition and move. I had to do everything long distance as I am located in Southern CA.<br>My Father is exceedingly happy in his new home. He loves the food and the menu choices too.<br>I cannot thank Stephanie enough for everything she has done and is still doing to help with the necessary paperwork, etc. I look forward to working with the other staff at Desert Sage too.<br>Thank you for taking such good care of my father.

Lady X

Jan 2026

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It was an easy and seemless process getting my mom relocated to this facility. Stephanie is great and provides great communication. Staff seems great and my mom seems happy there. Would recommend.

Nancy Scher

Jan 2026

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I’m a movement/exercise educator who has taught at many memory care facilities. The level of care and attention the staff of Desert Sage shows to the community who live there is extraordinary. The caregivers escort the residents into the room and then participate in the class creating an atmosphere where learning and moving together makes exercise fun. The staff seem genuinely committed to providing a warm, connected, and engaged community. I highly recommend it.

Karen Corson

Jan 2026

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A caring staff who create safety and welcoming experiences for family. We totally enjoyed both Thanksgiving and Christmas Dinner with residents and families.

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What types of care does Desert Sage Memory Care offer?

Desert Sage Memory Care offers Independent Living, Memory Care and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is Desert Sage Memory Care located?

Desert Sage Memory Care is located at 1025 NE Purcell Blvd in Bend, Oregon.

What do families say about Desert Sage Memory Care?

Desert Sage Memory Care carries a 4.3 out of 5 rating from 33 Google reviews. Desert Sage Memory Care (formerly Aspen Ridge) in Bend, Oregon draws many enthusiastic reviews praising compassionate, attentive staff and a clean, family-like environment, with one staff member (Stephanie Crespo) singled out repeateds times for her support during move-ins. Reviews on MyLivingChoice come from families who confirmed a connection to the community and appear with the reviewer's first name and last initial.

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