3535 Game Farm Rd

Springfield

Oregon

97477

Phone:

541-937-7100

Fax:

541-937-7112

The Esther at Riverbend Assisted Living

The Premier Assisted Living Community in Eugene-Springfield

Discover first-class assisted living at The Esther at Riverbend in Springfield, Oregon. Designed with a modern farmhouse aesthetic and a welcoming spirit, our community reflects the warmth and charm of the Eugene–Springfield area. Residents enjoy beautifully appointed private apartments, cozy gathering spaces, and the freedom to live as independently as possible with support always nearby. It’s a place where Oregon seniors can feel safe, empowered, and truly at home.

Life at The Esther is rich with opportunities for connection, comfort, and daily joy. From The 1923 Bistro and Wild Rose Tea Room to the Timber View Library and our elegant dining room, The Gregory, residents enjoy thoughtfully designed spaces that encourage engagement on every floor. With a variety of floor plan options to fit different needs and budgets—and no long-term lease required—The Esther offers the ideal blend of lifestyle, flexibility, and peace of mind.

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The Esther at Riverbend Assisted Living

At The Esther, we offer exceptional assisted living in Springfield, Oregon—blending the comforts of home with personalized support that empowers residents to live fully and independently. Our senior living apartments provide privacy and dignity, while around-the-clock assistance ensures peace of mind for both residents and their families. From medication reminders to help with daily tasks, our compassionate care team is here when needed, always honoring each resident’s autonomy and preferences.

Our community was designed with connection and comfort in mind. Residents enjoy beautiful indoor and outdoor common areas that encourage social interaction and ease of movement. Whether relaxing with neighbors in a cozy lounge or taking in the fresh air on our walking paths, The Esther offers a warm, welcoming environment where residents can feel truly at home. Private apartments offer quiet personal space, while shared areas foster community and joy.

Every day brings opportunities to engage, grow, and thrive. From creative classes and fitness programs to live entertainment, group outings, and thoughtful events, residents enjoy a rich lifestyle filled with activity and purpose. Add to that our chef-prepared, health-conscious meals and a warm social atmosphere, and it’s easy to see why The Esther is quickly becoming Springfield’s most talked-about senior living destination.

First-Class Amenities, Services & Activities

At The Esther, daily life is full of opportunities to stay active, engaged, and connected. Our residents enjoy a variety of creative programs—from fitness classes and hobby clubs to live entertainment, outings, and themed events—all thoughtfully designed to support physical, mental, and social wellness. Family and friends are always welcome to join in the fun or host special celebrations like birthdays, anniversaries, or movie nights in our inviting community spaces. Whether it’s a favorite activity or a meaningful milestone, we make every moment feel memorable.

Activities & events

At The Esther Assisted Living, our Life Enrichment team creates programs to engage our residents in fun, educational, meaningful and purposeful activities that are tailored to their personal interests. We believe providing a sense of purpose and joy is essential. At The Esther we offer activity opportunities that bring joy and a sense of community, so our residents can feel connected and supported.

The Esther activities are designed to exercise bodies and brains. Our goal is to make our residents smile and give them a reason to step outside their senior apartment throughout each day. At The Esther Assisted Living, our residents are free to choose the level of engagement that suits them best, and our goal is to provide a sense of purpose and joy to every resident.

Examples of our activities and events include:

Music Programs, Including Live Performances and Sing-Alongs
Guest Educational Lectures
Weekly Outings
Cooking Demonstrations and Art Classes
Volunteer and Community Service Opportunities
Exercise and Brain Games
Weekly Book Clubs and Inspirational Readings
Group Transportation and Accompaniment to Local Springfield Events
Movies, Ice Cream, and Happy Hour Socials
Cards and Board Games
Non-Denominational Worship

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dining

At The Esther, dining is both a culinary experience and a cornerstone of well-being. Our signature chefs prepare each meal from scratch, using seasonal fruits and vegetables, natural herbs and spices, and heart-healthy techniques—including a flavorful no-salt-added menu. Every dish is crafted to be both delicious and nourishing, with options that support brain health and overall wellness. We love surprising residents with their favorite meals and welcome input from families to make the dining experience personal, joyful, and satisfying. Our goal? To be the new favorite restaurant everyone in Springfield is talking about.

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community features

Some of the welcoming amenities thatThe Esther can showcase include:

The 1923 Bistro
The Drake Club Room
Timber View Library on the 3rd Floor
Art Studio, Community Room and Activities Area
Wild Rose Tea Room
Salon and Barber Shop
Group Exercise Room and Fitness Center
Movie Theater
Hospitality Suite for Overnight Visitors
Rebel Room play room for when the grandchildren visit
Dog Park
Two Resident Laundry Rooms on Each Floor
Fireplace Lounge
Private, Unfurnished Apartments
Gardening Area
Home Cooked Meals
Garden Views
Emergency Call System
Individual Air Conditioning and Heaters in Each Apartment
Hardwood Style Flooring

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Care & Services

The Esther Assisted Living is committed to providing care services that help each resident live life to the fullest each day. We provide a home-like environment in their private senior apartment that feels safe and dignified, and by fostering caring staff that focuses on the needs of each individual, we're able to constantly adapt our residents’ changing health needs. Activities of daily living that we can provide include but are not limited to:

Encouragement and Assistance with Activities of Daily Living
Bathing Assistance
Meal and Activity Reminders
Personal Laundry Service
Routine Basic Housekeeping
Transportation for Medical Appointments
Individualized Activity Programming
Emergency Assistance
24/7 Staff

In addition to the general care services, amenities, and daily conveniences, residents are surrounded with an abundance of specialized services tailored to fit everyone’s needs. Each resident will receive a personal plan of care that is based upon a comprehensive nursing assessment by our nurse.

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Resident and Family Reviews

After a lengthy search, we found an excellent Assisted Living home, the Esther at Riverbend for our mother. The Executive Director, Tonya Hodges' professionalism and exceptional knowledge of the Assisted Living industry made the Esther an easy choice. On arrival, we were immediately welcomed by Tonya's staff and community residents. The grounds are well maintained, and the interior common areas are kept meticulously clean. The staff have a very positive attitude, and provide attentive and compassionate care for our mothers specific needs. Of note, Alena, a care partner, demonstrates daily a friendly, caring, and supportive attitude towards our mother and other members of the Ester residential community. We are very pleased to have our mother at this Assisted Living facility where she is thriving.

Lee Brady

July 12 2025

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Lee Brady

July 12 2025

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The Esther has managed to reduce if not take away the stigma of aging. The Assisted Living complex is often buzzing with activity; It's clear that the residents feel a sense of autonomy & ownership over the many shared spaces. People are often gathered, enjoying good conversation (making connections) serving each other at the coffee bar early in the morning, or sharing stories at special wine events. The Design & people who participate in the management and care of the AL complex has invited the people dwelling there to feel & experience their residence as a next chapter, with true possibilities for growth, not an ending. The staff are warm, friendly, responsible and responsive. There is a difference between enfeebling and helping. The staff at the Esther, clearly help when needed, facilitate when appropriate, & step back and enjoy (even participate) in the synergy when that is happening all on its own. On a personal level my mother was in very fragile condition, having many critical (Traumatic) symptoms occurring with a dementia diagnosis, the Nursing Management and Executive Director implemented a care plan, having to do with predicting the needs, verses reacting to crisis's, in real time, which has stabilized her life & made all the difference. She is now thriving. She feels safe, heard, taken care of, is sleeping well, symptoms managed, and is now even participating in art classes. Her symptoms & suffering from dementia have improved dramatically with the right care. With continued physical therapy, who knows what is possible! There are a variety of people living there; From the most active healthy individual (s) to the person who needs 24 hour care, the Esther is a pretty incredible place to live or to provide a home for a parent (s) with high needs. I can't say enough good about this group and location.

Lisa M

June 11 2025

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The Esther has a motto -- The Esther Difference -- the difference between the Esther and other communities in the area, is the energy, kindess, warmth, hospitality, and cleanliness. Anyways, the Esther difference is about doing it differently, obviously, and doing it right. Leaving behind bad habits and creating good ones, the CRD there preaches this a lot, and demonstrates it beautifully everyday! I am more than proud to work at the Esther, and know all the people who live and work there. <3

Leah

April 01 2025

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I was fighting illness and my inability to make a decision about where to go. I moved into one facility, and had to look elsewhere after a surprise month in the hospital. My family and friends took over the search for a home and I moved into The Rawlin, a memory care facility. The several months I spent there got me to feeling better and my s/o visited and walked across the parking lot to check out The Esther. She said it looked good to her. The move came shortly thereafter. I felt comfortable just walking into The Esther, found a room to my liking, and moved in. It was early in the operating life of the facility, and there were bumps in the road. But issues were resolved. One day I felt ill. The staff brought in the EMT's and it was decided I needed the hospital. That night a emergency hernia repair. The next morning, someone was hanging a poster on my wall signed by the staff wishing me well. It still hangs on my room wall, a year later, as a reminder that even in the early days, staff cared, and made sure we knew it. I do enjoy the staff, and the facility. We continue to grow as we add more folk to our group. I certainly encourage anyone considering such a facility to give The Esther a look. I'm very happy that I did.

Donald

April 01 2025

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The staff has been great in answering our questions when we researched different facilities. Everyone has been very helpful and welcoming. We are very happy with the facility and service. My aunt is setting in nicely. Thank you

Richard

April 01 2025

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My parents moved into the Esther in October 2024. It has been a smooth transition for them and I have felt comfortable and confident with their care since their arrival . The entire Esther staff have been great! 😊

Sara

March 31 2025

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I just recently visited my uncle at The Esther and I have never seen him as social and involved in the community as he has been since moving into the Esther. I am not too familiar with senior living and was very cautious, as I have heard so many terrifying stories on social media and from word of mouth about the experiences of folks within senior living. After seeing my uncle at the Esther, I can truly say this community has made a substantial difference in his life and he is truly living for himself again. Thank you to The Esther staff for caring for my family and reminding him that he has a lot of life to live and that living within a senior living facility doesn’t mean it is the end all be all. You all are family in my book! I am sure there will be hiccups along the road but nobody is perfect. So far, my uncle is happy and that’s all that matters to myself and to my family!

Joshua

March 30 2025

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My great aunt lives here and I came to visit her and the staff was kind and welcoming. I spoke with the Nurse and she answered all of my questions in a way that made sense to me and how attentive the care staff was to the residents and visitors. Thank you so much for all they do for my family

Nina

March 28 2025

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Aging has a stigma which is hard to shake, until you are able to take advantage of The Esther and what we enjoy in our daily lives. Every meal is a social event. So good to eat with others! When needed, there are caregivers to help us in daily living. Need help with dressing? Compression socks too hard to put on? Wonderful to be able to find help. Games keep us sharp, entertainment is a great fun. Uno, Scrabble and others. We are happy to have found a place that fits our needs here at the Esther. Linda

Linda

March 28 2025

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Our experience with The Esther has been amazing from the beginning. We searched for a few years to place my mother in law in a facility that was happy, active and loving. We found it at The Esther. With the challenges that come with dementia, the staff has been so supportive and has made us feel like family. It’s been a great experience, despite having to handle all the challenges of dementia. I would highly recommend visiting The Esther to see if it would work for your family.

Jeff

March 21 2025

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Floor plans & Pricing

The Esther was designed to accommodate seniors who take pride in their independence yet still may require some assistance with their activities of daily life. Fourteen different senior living apartment floor plans are available to meet a variety of budgets and personal preferences. Some details of The Esther’s assisted living apartments include: Studios, One Bedroom and Two Bedroom apartments; large, cheerful windows with relaxing views; abundant storage; stainless steel appliances with refrigerators and microwaves; some apartments provide built-in bookshelves; Floor Plans as large as 1,010 square feet. The community is located in the Riverbend area of Springfield, and is in close proximity to I-5 and PeaceHealth Sacred Heart Hospital. The University of Oregon “Home of The Ducks” is also a popular landmark visitors will be familiar with. Springfield has never seen senior living quite like The Esther. Pricing starts at $4,950 for Studios, $6,300 for One Bedrooms, and $7,570 for Two Bedrooms.

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As a private pay community, we understand that navigating senior care costs can be challenging. While we do not accept Medicaid, we’re happy to connect families with helpful resources, including information on VA benefits, long-term care insurance, and other financial assistance options. If our community isn’t the right financial fit, we’re still here to guide you in finding quality care that aligns with your budget.

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RATES STARTING AT

$4,950

Per Month

One Bedroom Suite

1 Bedroom

719

One Bedroom Suite

1 Bedroom

600

Two Bedroom Suite

2 Bedroom

1010

Two Bedroom Suite

2 Bedroom

893

Studio Suite

Studio

514

Studio Suite

Studio

464

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The Esther at Riverbend Assisted Living

Trusted Memory Care

The Esther at Riverbend Assisted Living

provides specialized support for individuals living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. In our secure and nurturing environment, residents receive personalized care designed to promote comfort, connection, and daily purpose.

Our compassionate team is trained in dementia care best practices, ensuring safety while encouraging meaningful engagement through music, activities, and routine. Families are always part of the journey, with open communication and ongoing support.

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Dignified
Assisted Living

The Esther at Riverbend Assisted Living

supports older adults who value their independence but benefit from a little extra help with daily routines. Residents enjoy a warm, homelike setting with personalized care that promotes confidence, comfort, and connection.

From chef-prepared meals to engaging social activities, our assisted living program balances freedom and support—empowering each person to live fully and with dignity.

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Short-Term Respite Stays

The Esther at Riverbend Assisted Living

offers short-term respite stays designed to provide caregivers with peace of mind and loved ones with exceptional support. Whether recovering from a hospital visit or simply needing a safe, supportive place to stay, respite guests enjoy the same personalized care and engaging lifestyle as full-time residents.

It's a great way to experience our community firsthand—without a long-term commitment.

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At The Esther at Riverbend, we offer exceptional assisted living in Springfield, Oregon, where residents receive personalized support in a vibrant, welcoming environment. Conveniently located near Eugene, our community delivers high-quality assisted living services tailored to help each resident thrive with independence and peace of mind. As a trusted provider of senior living in the Eugene-Springfield area, we’re known for our engaging lifestyle programs, caring team, and strong sense of community. When it comes to finding the best assisted living in Springfield, The Esther at Riverbend offers both comfort and connection.

The Esther at Riverbend Assisted Living

The Premier Assisted Living Community in Eugene-Springfield

The Esther at Riverbend Assisted Living