Tierra Rose Care Center
Scout 89Salem, OR · 76 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Very limited availability
One of Salem's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $15,070–$18,850/mo
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Avamere Transitional Care at Sunnyside
4515 Sunnyside Road Se, Salem, OR 97302 · Marion County
At Avamere Transitional Care at Sunnyside, we understand life is ever-changing but you should always feel at home.
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FairHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 87% full (77 of 88 beds occupied on an average day).
If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.
Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Salem
Avamere Transitional Care at Sunnyside is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Salem, OR, with 88 certified beds and an average of about 77 residents per day. It operates as part of the Avamere network.
Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 5.13 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.44 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 42.6%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 8 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (5.13 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Salem options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 88
- Avg. residents/day
- 77
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Avamere
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 385189
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $15,070–$18,850/mo (median $16,500) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Salem prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 5.13
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.44
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 42.6%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 8
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2025-06-06
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (52 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-06-06Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Provide care by qualified persons according to each resident's written plan of care.
2025-06-06Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
2025-06-06Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintEnvironmental Deficiencies
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
2025-06-06Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
2025-06-06Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
2025-06-06Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
2025-06-06Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
2025-06-06Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Respite / short-term stays
- ✓ Scheduled transportation
- ✓ Wellness programs
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ 24-hour staff
- ✓ 24/7 staff
Location
4515 Sunnyside Road Se, Salem, OR
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Avamere Transitional Care at Sunnyside
How much does Avamere Transitional Care at Sunnyside cost?
Avamere Transitional Care at Sunnyside does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Salem, OR area typically runs $15,070–$18,850 per month (median $16,500, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Avamere Transitional Care at Sunnyside's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Avamere Transitional Care at Sunnyside 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Avamere Transitional Care at Sunnyside?
Staff provide about 5.13 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 42.6% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Avamere Transitional Care at Sunnyside?
Avamere Transitional Care at Sunnyside has 52 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-06-06). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Avamere Transitional Care at Sunnyside have availability?
Typically 87% full (77 of 88 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Avamere Transitional Care at Sunnyside offer?
Avamere Transitional Care at Sunnyside in Salem, OR offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 88 beds.
The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you
Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.
- Move-ins take time: assessments, paperwork, and preparation typically run 2–6 weeks in Salem.
- The best communities fill first: top-rated communities often run a waitlist — touring early holds your place in line.
- Touring costs nothing and commits you to nothing — but it turns a future emergency into a calm, informed choice.
Your next steps — this week
- 1Confirm the fitCheck the inspection record and staffing data on this page against your loved one's needs.
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- 3Tour 2–3 communitiesCompare this community against two alternatives. Ask about staff turnover, all-in monthly cost, and care-plan changes.
- 4Hold a spotMost communities hold a residence with a small refundable deposit while you decide.
Data sources:CMS verifiedGoogleOfficial website
Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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