Cottages of Lacey
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Lacey, WA

Cottages of Lacey

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Lacey, WA
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Overview of Cottages of Lacey

Cherish every moment of your golden years at Cottages of Lacey, an esteemed community in Lacey, WA, offering memory care. Those with cognitive conditions receive exceptional care from a kind and highly trained team attending to their needs around the clock. Daily living activities and maintenance are also taken care of, so residents can feel at ease during their stay.

To improve residents’ cognition and living experiences, a thoughtfully curated calendar of engaging activities and stimulating programs is conducted. Mealtimes foster comfort and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and well-balanced dining options. The community’s serene and nurturing environment creates the ideal setting for residents to make the most of their best years despite their conditions.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 60 Rank #209 / 324Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 209th out of 324 homes we track in Washington for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Washington facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Washington that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #289 / 583Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 289th out of 583 homes we track in Washington for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Washington facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Washington that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
54 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy between 85% and 95% suggests balanced demand. Rank #30 / 248Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 30th out of 248 homes we track in Washington for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Washington average, with its Statewide rank out of 248. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Washington that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
93.3% This home usually has limited availability
Higher than the Washington average: 74.7%
Occupied beds
56 / 60

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeBoarding Home
StatusOperating
ExpirationFebruary 28, 2027
CountyThurston
License Number2443

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactSexton, Teresa (per state records, record updated Jun 2026)

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

3 services
Doctor on Staff
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed
Admission CriteriaAll residents must have a diagnosis of Alzheimer's or dementia to live at The Cottages.

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Inspection History

In Washington, the Department of Social and Health Services, Residential Care Services conducts unannounced inspections and issues reports on the quality of care in all licensed settings.

Since 2022 · 4 years of data These figures come from state-published data and the state inspection reports we hold on file. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.
46 deficiencies 22 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Washington state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2022 vs. Washington state average
Overall vs. WA average 1 Worse Metrics worse than Washington average:
• Total deficiencies (48% above)
1 Better Metrics better than Washington average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (53% below)

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityWA Averagevs. WA Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 4631 This facility has 48% more total deficiencies than a typical Washington assisted living residence (46 vs. WA avg 31).↑ 48% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 2.14.51 This facility has 53% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Washington assisted living residence (2.1 vs. WA avg 4.51).↓ 53% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityWA Averagevs. WA Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 229 This facility has had 144% more total inspections than the Washington average (22 vs. WA avg 9). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 144% more

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Housekeeping Services

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Places of interest near Cottages of Lacey

Address 4.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Lacey's city center to Cottages of Lacey's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Lacey

Info below is compiled from the WA Dept. of Social & Health Services (DSHS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Inspection events categorized as complaint-related by the state regulator.
Total count of citations (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of citations this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total citations ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Cottages of Lacey
AL
IL
MC
E Lacey (Martin Way East)
60
Facility 60
WA AVG 78
Rank #209 / 324
No
54
Facility 54
WA AVG 52
Rank #289 / 583
Studio / 1 Bed / Private Rooms
93.3%
Facility 93.3%
WA AVG 74.7%
Rank #30 / 248
22
9
Facility 9
WA AVG 8
Rank #271 / 282
46
Facility 46
WA AVG 31
Rank #214 / 279
2.1
Facility 2.1
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #43 / 279
Amazing Angels LLC II
AL
Lacey-No
36
Facility 36
WA AVG 52
Rank #409 / 583
Private Rooms-----
Carnelian Adult Family Home
AL
MC
RESC
Se Lacey-No
55
Facility 55
WA AVG 52
Rank #283 / 583
Private Rooms-----

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every WA community we track that reports that metric, not just the 3 on this page. See how we rank facilities

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Washington

Cottages of Lacey is located in E Lacey, Washington State.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Washington State.

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Community Options Program Entry System (COPES)

WA Medicaid COPES

Age 65+ or disabled
General Washington resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
WA

High demand in urban areas (e.g., Seattle).

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($70/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Washington Family Caregiver Support Program

WA NFCSP

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)
General Washington resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
WA

High urban demand; rural outreach.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$70/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

Community First Choice (CFC)

Washington Community First Choice

Age 65+ (or disabled 18+)
General WA resident, Medicaid-eligible, need help with 2+ ADLs/IADLs.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month; QIT optional.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
WA

Broader than COPES; serves ~20,000; self-directed option.

Benefits
Personal care (4-6 hours/day) Respite (~240 hours/year) Assistive devices Training Transportation

Older Americans Act (OAA) Services

Washington OAA Services

Age 60+
General WA resident; no income/asset limits.
Income Limits (2025) None; donations encouraged.
Asset Limits Not assessed.
WA

13 AAAs; includes Meals on Wheels; rural focus.

Benefits
Meals (~$5-$7/meal) Transportation Homemaker services (~4 hours/week) Respite (~5 days/year) Legal aid

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Washington Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General WA resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
WA

Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Washington VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General WA resident, wartime service, ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth
WA

High veteran use; supports rural/urban needs.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs

Senior Citizens Property Tax Exemption

Washington Senior Property Tax Exemption

Age 61+ or disabled retiree
General WA resident, homeowner, income-based.
Income Limits (2025) ~$45,000-$70,000/year varies by county, e.g., King: $70,000
Asset Limits Not assessed; home value cap varies ~$250,000-$400,000
WA

Saves ~$500-$1,500/year; offered statewide.

Benefits
Tax exemption (~$500-$1,500/year depending on county)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Washington SFMNP

Age 60+
General WA resident, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,322/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
WA

Vouchers (~$80/season); serves ~20,000 via AAAs.

Benefits
Vouchers (~$80/season) for produce at farmers’ markets

Frequently Asked Questions about Cottages of Lacey

What neighborhood is Cottages of Lacey in?

Cottages of Lacey is in the Martin Way East neighborhood of Lacey.

Is Cottages of Lacey in a walkable area?

Cottages of Lacey has a walk score of 54. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of Cottages of Lacey?

According to WA state health department records, Cottages of Lacey's license number is 2443.

When does Cottages of Lacey's license expire?

According to WA state health department records, Cottages of Lacey's license expires on February 28, 2027.

What is the occupancy rate at Cottages of Lacey?

Cottages of Lacey's occupancy is 93.3%.

Are pets allowed at Cottages of Lacey?

No, Cottages of Lacey has a no-pet policy.

How many beds does Cottages of Lacey have?

Cottages of Lacey has 60 beds.

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