Reviews | Willamette Oaks | LifeMinded Living

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Martha O.

We moved in to Willamette Oaks over 9 years ago. Besides combining (almost) all one’s living costs into one, there are so many other benefits that make it easy to live here: the planning, shopping, cooking and clean-up is mostly gone; the second car, gas, and insurance is gone; the house insurance, security worries, trash pick-up are gone; the weekly cleaning, and annual carpet and window cleaning are gone. When the ice-storm coats the bushes, when trees come down, when we get snowed in for 6+ days, when the bike path floods, we let someone else worry about it. Furthermore, we have as many social opportunities as we wish, an amazingly welcoming culture, meeting rooms for residents and resident guest gatherings, daily snacks, concierge services that I never knew I needed, a salon on premises, lovely grounds, raised garden plots and garden friends, entertainment and educational programs, wildlife in river and ponds (I can walk among and part the wild geese), a small weight room plus yoga and exercise leaders (almost personal trainers)... This independent living gig has turned out to be very positive for us. It’s so much more than just the nice apartment and dinner that we expected.

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Claudia C.

I moved into Willamette Oaks more than five years ago. I am very happy and grateful to live in such a beautiful area of Eugene. The residents here are friendly and interesting. The staff is amazing. They support each other and work as a team. They treat all of us residents with dignity and respect. I oversee the garden where we have 22 beds. The garden looks out on the ponds and is such a relaxing place to work and rest. There is so much more I could say. Stop by sometime.

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Mary M.

I have lived at Willamette Oaks a little over a year and could not be more satisfied. The location (along the river), the extensive gardens and beautiful facility are like living in a well maintained resort. There are many and varied activities we can choose to participate in, beautiful dining experience with friendly and attentive wait staff, hair salon, gym and fitness classes, movies, music performances, and much more. But, the best thing about Willamette Oaks is the exceedingly helpful and friendly staff and the residences. I found a whole group of people I enjoy spending time with and have made many friends.

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Tom

There are differences between retirement facilities. I know because I’ve lived in more than one and accompanied friends as they checked out everything available. And that ranged from the new and shiny to others that have been around awhile and are a little beat up. Well, just like some cars I’ve had were alive and some cars were just cars, Willamette Oaks is alive. The rest is up to you.

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Bob and Sylvia T.

We are in our 6th year at W.O. Between us we have gotten involved in several programs and games as well as bus trips to various events in the county. With the 12 acres, there is room to roam and walk. The Willamette River right behind us including a bench right next to the water. The walk/bike trail of 12 miles goes past us next to the river as well. We have had a garden bed for the time we have been here which is continually updated. Wildlife is abundant here including a gaggle of Canadian geese led by a white Pilgrim goose (nicknamed Egbert by the wait staff) The dining room is pleasant. The food is adequate and sometimes great. The staff is the best thing about W.O...all of them are friendly and say hello whenever you see them. They will also joke with you but always maintain a certain distance which is best in our opinion. The library where i help out has approximately 2,000 volumes and is well organized. The rooms are adequate and well insulated. If you are looking for a place to live...We can say it is the best deal in town. Below is a pic from our window in the spring.

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Donna R.

Hi. I’ve been living here about six months now and it’s a very lovely facility. Right on the Willamette River, which is quite a treat. The residents are very friendly, the staff is extraordinary, lots of interesting activities, and the food is good. Come on by and take a tour and have a lunch on them.

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Amber F.

Great place to work!

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Kate B.

I visited yesterday. The people are very friendly, the food is superb, and the alcove and studio apartments are lovely. The grounds are well kept and beautiful, and the staff and workers are all very friendly and welcoming. A special shout-out to Claudia!😊👍 I can’t think of a single thing that needs improvement.

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Nancy M.

This is PARADISE We moved into our spacious, lovely apartment 3 months ago & we couldn't be happier. No worries, great new friends, delicious meals, caring staff, no place can compare.

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Barb N.

I have lived at Willamette Oaks for about a year and a half. It is a great place to live. My apartment is pleasant, comfortable, and reasonably priced. The food is very good. The employees are incredibly kind and thoughtful, and the residents are interesting people. Besides, the facility is right on the Willamette River with direct access to the bike path. The grounds are beautifully landscaped with two large outdoor patios.

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Gary B.

Like a slice of heaven. Awesome all around. From the cna's to the food, 5 stars!!.

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Kate B.

I visited yesterday. The people are very friendly, the food is superb, and the alcove and studio apartments are lovely. The grounds are well kept and beautiful, and the staff and workers are all very friendly and welcoming. A special shout-out to Claudia! I can't think of a single thing that needs improvement.

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Tanya D.

My Mother has been a resident of Willamette Oaks for 8 years and loves it! The facility is older, but so neat and up to date. Always improving something. The grounds are 'park like' and there's even a lovely garden with raised beds for residents with a shady seating area near the Delta Ponds. The meals are 5 star and served in the comfortable dining room with a river view. All of the staff are very personable, friendly, and professional.

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Tim B.

I've been living at Willamette Oaks for about 9 months and absolutely love it! The staff (including management, maintenance, housekeeping, social programs and dining services) are not only attentive to our needs, but they provide an atmosphere of genuine interest in the lives of all who live here. A variety of programs is offered for residents' participation spanning from health & wellness improvement using the fitness facility to activities for overall enjoyment and amusement. Finally, the sense of community among all the residents is like living with an enormous family who care about each other. An atmosphere that is a step above and beyond.

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C.D. L.

Excellent, caring staff. Beautifully kept grounds. Google Maps lists this as an assisted living facility, but it's not. It's actually an independent living but you can arrange for assisted living services to come in to help you if you need it. I tried to suggest an edit but there isn't a label that matches.

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Barb F.

My mom has been at WO since 2006 and at almost 101, she hopes to spend the rest of her life there. Although they have laundry rooms to use, she has a lady pick up her laundry and returns it the same day for a small fee. She exercises most weekdays, has her hair done in their beauty shop, plays Poker, Pokeno and Bingo, participates in a weekly drumming and percussion event, often attends the many music programs they offer in house, and has enjoyed having free transportation to grocery stores and cultural event around Lane County. The staff is very friendly and attentive to residents' needs, and the food is plentiful, nicely prepared and served. When we retire, we now know how good life can be in places like WO. We like to say that Mom is having a better time than we are, having so many in-house friends, entertainment, and services.

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Shealyn Z.

Awesome staff working LifeMinded!

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Chandra B.

I have loved working and growing in this community for 7 LifeMinded years!

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Krisian S.

Reputable, nice staff, clean facilities

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M O.

This independent retirement living center has grounds (vs cement) and is right on the river. The staff are wonderful, as are the residents. There are various communal dining plans or one can cook in one's own apartment. The apartments are quite varied - from studio and alcove to one and two bedroom, most with either patio or balcony, half with a river view (the other have with a sunrise over the mountains view). I thought it would be "an institution" but it is not. I thought it would be "just an apartment" but again it is not. It is its own wonderful community with lovely opportunities and activities to join in on or not. This is our home; if we need more temporary medical or even ADLs help than is available here, we will hire it as we would have in our house. We could even have a pet, if we wanted. This really is a lovely place. I am so surprised to discover that I love living here!

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Arnie M.

Must be good. A lot of my friends live there.

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Karel K.

This place is great. Excellent staff and lots of activities. Everyone who lives here has an interesting background and positive attitude. Highly recommend for you or a loved one.

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Brittany

Everyone is so happy living here

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Ivy L.

I have a friend that I visit at Willamette oaks on a regular basis. This is a wonderful Independent living community with caring staff and beautiful apartments. It's located right next to the Riverwalk so the gardens are gorgeous.

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John H.

Clean place. Nice residents.

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Leslie K.

Amazing staff!

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Cindy G.

This is a great place to work!!!

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Philip

Wanda and Tom Hayes are our parents they have been there for eighteen years and thoroughly love there home and all of the staff that work so hard there. Beautiful setting and view

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Anne Marie L.

Such a wonderful place! The staff is attentive, friendly and extremely caring. I am so impressed with the location right on the river. The activities are engaging and everyone seems to love living here. I highly recommend this place!

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