Prestige Senior Living Southern Hills is an assisted living community located in Salem, Oregon. The facility provides support for seniors who require help with daily activities while encouraging residents to maintain as much independence as possible. Residents have access to assistance with personal care needs, including full assistance with bathing, dressing, eating, and toileting as needed. The community offers a range of wellness and social programs aimed at promoting engagement, activity, and social connection among residents.
Care and medical support at Prestige Senior Living Southern Hills includes medication management, diabetes care, incontinence care, ambulatory care, and hospice services. Licensed nurses are available to oversee health needs and support medication administration, while specialized care is available for residents with memory concerns. Occupational therapy and fitness programs are provided to support mobility and overall wellness. The facility welcomes residents with psychiatric conditions and provides access to podiatry care, as well as offering support in both English and Spanish. In addition to comprehensive daily care, the facility is equipped with a barber and beauty salon for personal grooming, as well as opportunities for residents to participate in clubs and community activities for ongoing social engagement.
For medical needs beyond the on-site support, the facility coordinates with outside healthcare providers, including transportation for appointments, such as visits to Saint Louis University Hospital or other medical facilities, when required. Memory care services are available, but reviews suggest that support for residents with more complex memory or behavioral health needs may be more limited, which can affect resident and family satisfaction depending on individual care requirements.
Transportation services at Prestige Senior Living Southern Hills include complimentary transportation for both medical appointments and a variety of non-medical needs. This enables residents to attend off-site medical visits, shopping trips, or community events, supporting both health management and continued participation in social and recreational activities.
Resident and family feedback for Southern Hills reflects a blend of positive and negative experiences. Many note the staff as caring, friendly, and engaged, with a consistently clean and well-maintained community environment and a scheduling of activities that keeps residents involved. Families appreciate effective communication with staff and responsiveness to day-to-day concerns. However, some residents and families have raised concerns regarding staff turnover, management changes, and inconsistent care responses, particularly for residents with higher or more specialized needs. Issues with medication management and emergency response time have also been reported. While social activities are generally well received, food quality receives mixed feedback. Overall, residents with less complex care needs tend to report higher satisfaction, while those requiring more intensive or specialized support have encountered varied experiences. As of mid-2024, there have been no major changes reported in the facility’s services or ownership.
Costs at this community start at $3,050 and range up to $5,852. The average price in the community is $4,500, which is less than the average price in the area of $4,955. The cost of assisted living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.