Disability Support Services in Silverton, OR
In-home attendant care and disability support in Oregon's Garden City, gateway to Silver Falls.
Silverton at a Glance
- Services Available
- In-Home Attendant Care
- County
- Marion County
- Local CDDP
- Marion County Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Program · 503-588-5288
- Nearest Day Support Activities
- Salem
Disability Support Agency Serving Silverton and Marion County
Silverton sits in the eastern foothills of Marion County, about 15 miles east of Salem, with a population just over 10,000. Known as the "Gateway to Silver Falls State Park" and home to the 80-acre Oregon Garden, it's a community that draws visitors for its natural beauty and keeps residents for its walkable historic downtown, strong schools, and genuine small-city character. But for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, Silverton's charm doesn't automatically translate to accessible services — most I/DD infrastructure in Marion County is concentrated in Salem.
North Star Oregon provides in-home attendant care directly in Silverton, so individuals and families here don't have to drive to Salem for every point of contact with their support team.
Marion County coordinates developmental disability services through its Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities program at 2421 Lancaster Drive NE in Salem (503-588-5288). The Marion County CDDP handles eligibility, case management, and service coordination for Silverton residents. North Star Oregon works within this system — if you already have a Marion County case manager, we coordinate directly with them. If you're new to I/DD services, we can walk you through the process of connecting with the county.
Disability Support Services in Silverton, Oregon
Support Beyond the Salem Corridor
Most Marion County disability service providers are headquartered in Salem, which means Silverton families spend a disproportionate amount of time in their cars just to access care. North Star Oregon's in-home model inverts that pattern. Our attendant care workers come to Silverton — they know the town, they know the routes, and they build relationships within the community itself. Silverton has real assets for individuals with I/DD: a walkable downtown with shops and restaurants, Coolidge-McClaine Park with its playground and splash pad, the Oregon Garden with its year-round programming, and Silver Falls State Park minutes away. These aren't tourist brochure items — they're the places our clients actually go, and our attendant care workers help make that happen.
Reliable, Relationship-Based Care
Silverton is a place where people know their neighbors. An attendant care worker who changes every other week undermines that community fabric. North Star Oregon matches each client with a consistent support worker — someone who becomes a familiar, trusted part of their routine. We invest in our staff so they stay, and our clients notice the difference.
In-Home Attendant Care Services in Silverton, Oregon
In-home attendant care is the primary service North Star Oregon provides in Silverton. This means one-on-one support in the individual's home — personal care, daily living assistance, skill building, and community engagement. For Silverton residents, attendant care keeps support close to home instead of requiring repeated trips to Salem.
Silverton's community offers genuine opportunities for engagement. Our attendant care workers accompany clients to the Silverton Farmers Market, help with outings to Silver Falls State Park trails, support participation in community events like the Homer Davenport Days festival and the Silverton Fine Arts Festival, and assist with everyday tasks like grocery shopping and medical appointments. The Oregon Garden's accessible paths and seasonal events also provide meaningful recreational opportunities for individuals we serve.
- Personal care and daily living assistance
- Skill building toward independence
- Community access — downtown, parks, Oregon Garden, local events
- Assistance with appointments and errands in Silverton and Salem
- Consistent, familiar support from trained staff
Day Support Activities Near Silverton, Oregon
North Star Oregon does not operate a Day Support Activities (DSA) location in Silverton. In-home attendant care is the primary service available locally. For individuals interested in group-based DSA programming, our nearest location is in Salem, roughly 15 miles west. We also operate DSA programs in Albany, Corvallis, Eugene, Springfield, and Tangent.
Salem is a realistic commute from Silverton for individuals who want to participate in DSA alongside their in-home attendant care. Our team can help coordinate scheduling between the two services.
Marion County Disability Resources
- Marion County Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Program — The local CDDP for eligibility, case management, and service coordination. 2421 Lancaster Drive NE, Salem, OR 97305. Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.
Phone: 503-588-5288
- Northwest Senior & Disability Services (NWSDS) — Designated Area Agency on Aging and Aging and Disability Resource Connection for Marion County and four surrounding counties. Provides information, referral, and direct services.
- Silverton Area Community Aid (SACA) — Local non-profit providing food, financial assistance, and connections to community resources for Silver Falls School District residents. 421 South Water Street, Silverton, OR 97381.
Phone: 503-873-3446
- Silverton Health — McClaine Street Clinic — Local healthcare services including check-ups, prescription assistance, and referrals to specialty care. 442 McClaine Street, Silverton, OR 97381.
Phone: 503-873-1764
- 211 Info — Statewide information and referral for health and human services. Dial 211 or visit 211info.
About North Star Oregon
North Star Oregon serves Marion County as one of our core service areas, and Silverton holds a distinct place within it. This is a community with its own identity — not a Salem suburb — and our clients here value that independence. Our attendant care workers respect it too, building support around the individual's life in Silverton rather than pulling them toward Salem for everything. That's what person-centered care actually looks like in practice.
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