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Jefferson Lodge Memory Care Community

664 SE Jefferson St

3.5(17 ratings)· Dallas average: 4.7

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Quick Facts

Licensed capacity
55 residents

California CDSS

Respite Care
Offers short-term respite stays for caregivers
Outdoor Access
Secure outdoor courtyard for resident activities
Dining Style
Family-style meals served from an open kitchen

What Families Think

Jefferson Lodge is a small, memory-care-focused community in Dallas, Oregon, and reviews are mixed but polarized: many families praise the dementia-friendly design and compassionate staff, while a few report serious concerns about care quality and staff professionalism. The community emphasizes personalized dementia care, family-style dining, and a home-like environment with low ceilings and a secure courtyard.

The Good

  • Praised for calm, homelike atmosphere
  • Staff described as compassionate and attentive
  • Dementia-friendly design (low ceilings, color-coded staff shirts)
  • Facility often noted as very clean
  • Family-style dining from an open kitchen
  • Respite care available for short-term stays

The Bad

  • One report of a resident's untreated diaper rash from neglect
  • Several reviewers cite inexperienced or inconsistent management
  • One report of unprofessional staff behavior (horseplay, yelling) in hallways
  • Google rating average pulled down by multiple 1-star reviews

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Jefferson Lodge Memory Care Community is a senior living community in Dallas, Oregon offering Memory Care, Assisted Living and Independent Living. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Outdoor Patio and Gathering / Activity Spaces. Families rate it 3.5 out of 5 across 17 reviews.

About Jefferson Lodge Memory Care Community

Jefferson Lodge Memory Care Community is a memory care community located in Dallas, Oregon, offering specialized care for residents living with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias. The community is nestled in a quiet neighborhood set among vineyards and rolling hills, exuding small-town charm while providing warm, personalized, and compassionate care.

The fully renovated community features architecturally and operationally innovative design with a welcoming lobby, comfortable common spaces including a living room with a grand piano, bright oversized windows along hallways, a secure outdoor courtyard for activities and events, and an open kitchen serving as the hub of the community. The intimate size ensures care teams can bond with residents while the design allows residents to move freely and safely with staff nearby to ensure their well-being.

Jefferson Lodge's Mosaic Memory Care Program celebrates the individuality of each resident through meaningful activities and enriching programming. Wellness and life-enrichment teams work together to keep residents connected and engaged through daily opportunities that enhance physical, social, emotional, and spiritual well-being. The community also offers respite care, short-term stays designed for those caring for loved ones with memory loss who need a temporary break from caregiving demands.

Dining plays a significant role in comfort and happiness at Jefferson Lodge, with freshly made meals served family style from the open kitchen. Table linens and china are used with bright colors to enhance visual perception, and baking often occurs to enhance appetites and evoke memories. Residents gather around tables to forge meaningful bonds while reminiscing and connecting with others, with respectful dining support provided as needed.

The community is staffed by a warm and passionate team dedicated to supporting people living with memory challenges. From culinary team members to care partners to maintenance crew, associates are committed to resident comfort, safety, care, and happiness. Leadership listens to and learns from the hands-on team that knows residents best, creating a genuine sense of community where everyone cares for and about one another.

Types of Care at Jefferson Lodge Memory Care Community

Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Emergency Call System
  • 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
  • Outdoor Patio

Activities

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

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Reviews of Jefferson Lodge Memory Care Community

3.5overall · 17 ratings combined

3.5★ on Google (17)

Rose H

Jun 2026

via Google

Are you looking for a place where your loved one will receive excellent care?<br>I would highly recommend Jefferson Lodge Memory Care. We looked into many places in the Salem and Dallas area and Jefferson Lodge is far superior to any others around. Your loved one is treated with respect, gentleness, kindness, caring, and patience. The staff at Jefferson Lodge memory care is exceptional. My loved one was blessed to have such awesome people caring for her. You, yourself, are welcomed with warm, friendly greetings and asked if they can do anything for you or your loved one. Again, I recommend Jefferson Lodge Memory Care for the high-quality care they all provide.

Bede` Amaechi

Oct 2025

via Google

Nice place and excellent inhouse staff.<br>Clean and a place to be when the chips go down.

Mark Louka

Jul 2025

via Google

My hospice company (Agape Hospice) has been working with Jefferson Lodge for about the last six months and it has been a pleasure to work with them. We work with a lot of facilities and Jefferson Lodge’s compassion and care is second to none. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for long-term care.

Alex Sims

Jul 2024

via Google

Jefferson Lodge is wonderful. Heather, JoEda and their team run a fantastic community!

nancy janicek

Mar 2024

via Google

If I could give a 0 or less I would. Don't take your loved ones here.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does Jefferson Lodge Memory Care Community offer?

Jefferson Lodge Memory Care Community offers Assisted Living, Independent Living and Memory Care.

Where is Jefferson Lodge Memory Care Community located?

Jefferson Lodge Memory Care Community is located at 664 SE Jefferson St in Dallas, Oregon.

What do families say about Jefferson Lodge Memory Care Community?

Jefferson Lodge is a small, memory-care-focused community in Dallas, Oregon, and reviews are mixed but polarized: many families praise the dementia-friendly design and compassionate staff, while a few report serious concerns about care quality and staff professionalism. The community emphasizes personalized dementia care, family-style dining, and a home-like environment with low ceilings and a secure courtyard.

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