Charlton Place
Assisted Living · Tacoma, WA

Charlton Place

Assisted Living · Tacoma, WA

Overview of Charlton Place

Charlton Place is an Assisted Living community situated in a laid-back neighborhood in Tacoma’s bustling Pierce County. It offers an array of spacious apartments and rehabilitation rooms. It offers comprehensive physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy services, as well as wound care and an emergency response system. With 24-hour security and licensed nursing, Charlton Place is committed to keeping residents safe and secure.
The community goes beyond just meeting the physical needs of its residents. Charlton Place offers assistance with daily living activities. Residents can relish three scrumptious chef-prepared meals daily, along with an array of social events, spiritual services, live entertainment, and even pet therapy. The community also conducts health education classes to educate residents about staying healthy and happy. Charlton Place features common areas and activity rooms that encourage socialization and recreational activities. The vast courtyard offers the perfect setting to bask in nature’s beauty and soak up the surrounding serenity. The community goes above and beyond to ensure that residents feel right at home.

Bed community size
90-bed community Rank #134 / 372Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 134th out of 372 homes in Washington. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Washington SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 43 / 100 Rank #387 / 628Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 387th out of 628 homes in Washington. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Washington SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
84%
Rank #80 / 310Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 80th out of 310 homes in Washington. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Washington average, with its Statewide rank out of 310. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Higher than the Washington average: 72.5%
Occupied beds
76 / 90
Average residents per home in Washington 73 per day

License Details

Facility TypeBoarding Home
StatusOperating
ExpirationJanuary 31, 2026
CountyPierce
License Number2120

Staffing

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

Leadership

ContactJames Severa

Payment & Insurance

1 service
Accept Medicaid

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

3 services
Doctor on Staff
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed
Visitor PolicyVisitors are welcomed and encouraged.
HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes
Utilities IncludedYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Weekly Housekeeping
Linen Service
Scheduled Transportation
General Maintenance
Dining Room
Beauty/Barbershop
ActivitiesResidents enjoy an array of socials, classes, and special interest groups.
Specific ProgramsSocials, Special Interest Groups
Religious ServicesYes

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionThree delicious chef-prepared meals are served every day in our gracious dining room.

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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 26 deficiencies

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Washington average:
• Total deficiencies (16% below)
• Deficiencies per year (17% below)
Latest Inspection March 6, 2025 Complaint Investigation

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

This Facility WA Average vs. WA Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 26 31 This facility has 16% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Washington assisted living residence (26 vs. WA avg 31).↓ 16% better
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2022. 6.5 7.8 This facility has 17% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Washington assisted living residence (6.5 vs. WA avg 7.8).↓ 17% better

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

The most recent inspection on March 6, 2025, found a deficiency related to medication services, specifically the lack of a process to verify medication delivery or pickup by self-medicating residents, which was corrected on-site. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of medication safety issues, fire and life safety code violations, and problems with maintaining sanitary living conditions and resident rights, including substantiated complaints about visitation restrictions and unsanitary rooms. Inspectors cited recurring themes around medication management, fire safety compliance, and environmental maintenance. Complaint investigations were mostly substantiated, with citations issued for failures in medication safety, visitation rights, and living conditions. The facility demonstrated improvement in correcting deficiencies between inspections, though some issues have recurred over time.

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Address 6.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Tacoma's city center to Charlton Place's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 4.76 miles to nearest hospital (Western State Hospital)

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Washington

Charlton Place is located in Tacoma, Washington.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Washington.

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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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Charlton Place

What neighborhood is Charlton Place in?

Charlton Place is in the South End neighborhood of Tacoma.

Is Charlton Place in a walkable area?

Charlton Place has a walk score of 43. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Charlton Place?

According to WA state health department records, Charlton Place's license number is 2120.

When does Charlton Place's license expire?

According to WA state health department records, Charlton Place's license expires on January 31, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at Charlton Place?

Charlton Place's occupancy is 84%.

How many beds does Charlton Place have?

Charlton Place has 90 beds.

What is the phone number of Charlton Place?

(520) 606-5850 will put you in contact with the team at Charlton Place.

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