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Garden Way Retirement Community

175 S Garden Way

4.9(55 ratings)· Eugene average: 4.1

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Quick Facts

Care continuum
Independent living plus skilled nursing on one campus
Pet policy
Pet friendly community, noted by a visitor

What Families Think

Families describe Garden Way as a warm, well-run independent living and skilled nursing community in Eugene with attentive staff and strong food quality. Reviewers frequently mention the friendly community, engaged residents, and staff who go out of their way to connect with families, though a couple of minor service hiccups have been noted.

The Good

  • Meals described as delicious and healthy
  • Friendly, attentive staff and leadership
  • Residents described as welcoming and vibrant
  • Variety of activities including a movie theater
  • Pet friendly community
  • Transportation provided for residents

The Bad

  • One report of an undercooked meal
  • One report of unclear housekeeping follow-up during staff absence

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Garden Way Retirement Community is a senior living community in Eugene, Oregon offering Independent Living and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities. Families rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 55 reviews.

About Garden Way Retirement Community

Garden Way Retirement Community in Eugene, Oregon offers Independent Living and Skilled Nursing/Long Term Care services. The community serves residents across multiple care levels with a range of on-site amenities and programming.

Families consistently praise the quality of meals, describing them as both delicious and health-conscious, with one noting the "soup and salad are a meal in itself." The staff receive particular recognition for genuine engagement with residents; one family wrote, "We can sense a genuine desire to connect with and serve the residents." Weekly activities including a movie theater and programming that welcomes residents from various backgrounds are regularly highlighted. The community is also pet-friendly, and families appreciate the inclusive, welcoming atmosphere throughout their tours and stays.

Most families note the community is clean and well-run overall, though one family reported an isolated meal quality issue with undercooked items and suggested room for improvement in housekeeping communication when staff are absent. Another family expressed confidence that their loved one "can thrive" at Garden Way based on the staff dynamics and community culture they observed.

Garden Way holds a 4.9/5 rating across 55 Google reviews, reflecting consistently positive family experiences.

Types of Care at Garden Way Retirement Community

Independent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Emergency Call System
  • Private Bathroom
  • Private Rooms
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Meals & Dining

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

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Chapel / Religious Services
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)
  • Pet Friendly
  • Theater Room
  • Transportation Services

Activities

  • Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)

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Reviews of Garden Way Retirement Community

4.9overall · 55 ratings combined

4.9★ on Google (55)

Kim S

Mar 2026

via Google

As a family, we have been so impressed with the staff, community and welcome, at Garden Way. We have toured independently, as well as with our father and each encounter has made us confident this is a community where a loved one can thrive. Rebecca (Camara), has been delightful to work with. Her ease with residents and staff and theirs with her, is a very telling indication of the regard in this community for each other. Indeed, the residents we spoke with on our tours are vibrant, happy and eager, to know who may be moving in as a new neighbor-friend. While we determined our father’s needs were better suited to Assisted Living, we highly recommend this community to anyone who is seeking an Independent Living option. We are confident and delighted, to recommend Rebecca and Garden Way as a thriving, beautiful and high value for the money, community. As one of the on-line service tools calls out-“this property is rated as a diamond “find.

Christine Lange-Webb

May 2025

via Google

I've been very pleased with Mom's and my experience at Garden Way, so far. Just a couple of recent experiences: on Memorial Day weekend one of the meals was not fully cooked: chewy, undercooked rice and almost raw brussel sprouts. And, when one of the housekeepers was sick, there was a much-appreciated notice. That said, there was no followup or indication of when the apartment would be cleaned next. (We assumed the following week.) I realize that would be hard to determine if you don't know how long someone will be out, but thought I'd mention. Hence, the four stars, but everything else about Garden Way gets five stars! Thank you.

Raymond White

Jan 2025

via Google

The atmosphere and the attitude of the employees at the GWRC is wonderful. I can sense a genuine desire to connect with and serve the residents by the staff members. My parents have been at GWRC for the last 4 months, and I continue to be impressed. It is clean and the meals are quite impressive. They present various activities that seem to include people from various walks of life.

Diane Beaulaurier

Oct 2024

via Google

I visited the Garden Way Community yesterday and had a tour with their friendly Community Development Director, Rebecca. The community is lovely and they have worked to meet every need of the residents. As I age I will appreciate the meals, transportation and many other amenities and activities that are provided to residents. It is also pet friendly which is very important to me. I really enjoyed my visit.

JayLaura Norman

Apr 2024

via Google

Mom came to Garden Way with her sister already living there and from day 1 was excited , happy and ready to enjoy life . It is very well ran with amenities for all walks of life and the meals and treats are second to none . Every meal is delicious and healthy and the soup and salad are a meal in itself . Activities are offered throughout the week and even a movie theater . If you get bored or hungry here it is your own fault ! The facility is impeccable and the whole staff is always there for you and friendly . Mom thrived after coming to Garden Way and was so happy to have found “ Home “ , residents are all friendly and welcoming . As a son I too enjoyed visiting with all the residents and staff while there , any concerns and questions were well received . Mom has passed and I feel like she has left a whole other extended family and I look forward to stopping by and saying hi and maybe even have a cookie or two . Thank you Garden Way Retirement Community . Jay Norman , son

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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does Garden Way Retirement Community offer?

Garden Way Retirement Community offers Independent Living and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Is Garden Way Retirement Community pet friendly?

Yes. Garden Way Retirement Community lists pet-friendly accommodations among its amenities. Ask about any size or breed policies when you visit.

Where is Garden Way Retirement Community located?

Garden Way Retirement Community is located at 175 S Garden Way in Eugene, Oregon.

What do families say about Garden Way Retirement Community?

Families describe Garden Way as a warm, well-run independent living and skilled nursing community in Eugene with attentive staff and strong food quality. Reviewers frequently mention the friendly community, engaged residents, and staff who go out of their way to connect with families, though a couple of minor service hiccups have been noted.

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