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The Rivers at Puyallup
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Puyallup, WA
Entrance of a senior living facility with a covered entrance Facility logo displayed on an outdoor sign Outdoor seating area with shaded gazebos Bright and inviting common area with seating Cozy interior of a resident room with a couch and dining table Cozy interior view of a senior living suite Cozy private resident room with a bed and decor

The Rivers at Puyallup

Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Puyallup, WA
123 4Th Ave Nw, Puyallup, WA 98371 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
The Rivers at Puyallup accepts Medicaid.
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Overview of The Rivers at Puyallup

Enjoy the best of your golden years at The Rivers at Puyallup, an outstanding community in Puyallup, WA, offering assisted living. Residents can ease their worries with a compassionate and well-trained team attending to their needs around the clock. Specially designed and spacious accommodations are also provided in a warm and nurturing environment, so residents can feel at ease during their stay.

Residents find new hobbies and make new friends with a carefully curated calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs. Delicious and well-balanced dining options are served, so residents have a hassle-free dining experience that caters to their dietary needs and preferences. This pet-friendly community is equipped with state-of-the-art amenities, creating the ideal setting for residents to flourish in retirement.

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By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A mid-sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities. 120 Rank #35 / 324Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 35th 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.

Medium-capacity home · Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Walk Score Info Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby. Rank #24 / 583Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 24th 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.
93 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available. Rank #180 / 248Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 180th 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.
67.5% This home usually has availability
Lower than the Washington average: 74.7%
Occupied beds
81 / 120

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeBoarding Home
StatusOp
ExpirationApril 30, 2027
CountyPierce
License Number2483

Staffing

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

Leadership

ContactSyecl, Danyal (per state records, record updated Jul 2026)

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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 2023 · 3 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. 69 deficiencies 20 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 2023 vs. Washington state average
Overall vs. WA average 1 Worse Metrics worse than Washington average:
• Total deficiencies (123% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Washington average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (22% 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. 6931 This facility has 123% more total deficiencies than a typical Washington assisted living residence (69 vs. WA avg 31).↑ 123% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 3.54.51 This facility has 22% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Washington assisted living residence (3.5 vs. WA avg 4.51).↓ 22% 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. 209 This facility has had 122% more total inspections than the Washington average (20 vs. WA avg 9). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 122% more
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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Address 0.9 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Puyallup's city center to The Rivers at Puyallup's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. 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 deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
The Rivers at Puyallup
AL
MC
RC
Nw Puyallup
120
Facility 120
WA AVG 78
Rank #35 / 324
Yes
93
Facility 93
WA AVG 52
Rank #24 / 583
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
67.5%
Facility 67.5%
WA AVG 74.7%
Rank #180 / 248
20
9
Facility 9
WA AVG 8
Rank #271 / 282
69
Facility 69
WA AVG 31
Rank #259 / 279
3.5
Facility 3.5
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #112 / 279
Brookdale Courtyard Puyallup
AL
Puyallup (Willow Gardens)
120
Facility 120
WA AVG 78
Rank #35 / 324
Yes
43
Facility 43
WA AVG 52
Rank #367 / 583
Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
65.0%
Facility 65.0%
WA AVG 74.7%
Rank #190 / 248
4
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 8
Rank #118 / 282
22
Facility 22
WA AVG 31
Rank #124 / 279
5.5
Facility 5.5
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #205 / 279
Bonaventure of Puyallup
AL
IL
MC
E Puyallup
109
Facility 109
WA AVG 78
Rank #61 / 324
No
49
Facility 49
WA AVG 52
Rank #319 / 583
1 Bed / 2 Bed
79.8%
Facility 79.8%
WA AVG 74.7%
Rank #107 / 248
12
4
Facility 4
WA AVG 8
Rank #228 / 282
22
Facility 22
WA AVG 31
Rank #124 / 279
1.8
Facility 1.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #31 / 279
Deer Ridge Memory Care Community
AL
MC
Puyallup
70
Facility 70
WA AVG 78
Rank #173 / 324
No
68
Facility 68
WA AVG 52
Rank #162 / 583
Suite
60.0%
Facility 60.0%
WA AVG 74.7%
Rank #205 / 248
19
10
Facility 10
WA AVG 8
Rank #273 / 282
47
Facility 47
WA AVG 31
Rank #217 / 279
2.5
Facility 2.5
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #59 / 279
Wesley Bradley Park
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Se Puyallup
23
Facility 23
WA AVG 78
Rank #312 / 324
Yes
45
Facility 45
WA AVG 52
Rank #349 / 583
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
73.9%
Facility 73.9%
WA AVG 74.7%
Rank #137 / 248
1
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 282
3
Facility 3
WA AVG 31
Rank #13 / 279
3.0
Facility 3.0
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #82 / 279

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Washington

The Rivers at Puyallup is located in NW Puyallup, 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).
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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 The Rivers at Puyallup

Is The Rivers at Puyallup in a walkable area?

The Rivers at Puyallup has a walk score of 93. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

What is the license number of The Rivers at Puyallup?

According to WA state health department records, The Rivers at Puyallup's license number is 2483.

When does The Rivers at Puyallup's license expire?

According to WA state health department records, The Rivers at Puyallup's license expires on April 30, 2027.

What is the occupancy rate at The Rivers at Puyallup?

The Rivers at Puyallup's occupancy is 67.5%.

Are pets allowed at The Rivers at Puyallup?

Yes, The Rivers at Puyallup allows residents to bring their pets.

How many beds does The Rivers at Puyallup have?

The Rivers at Puyallup has 120 beds.

Has The Rivers at Puyallup had any deficiencies?

The Rivers at Puyallup has had 69 reported deficiencies according to records from WA Dept. of Social and Health Services (DSHS).

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