Sunshine Health and Rehabilitation

Nursing Home in Spokane

CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Sunshine Health and Rehabilitation

Nursing Home in Spokane

CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
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Sunshine Health and Rehabilitation accepts Medicare and private pay.

Overview of Sunshine Health and Rehabilitation

Nestled in the neighborhood of Spokane, WA, Sunshine Health Facilities is a trusted senior living community, offering enhanced assisted living and memory care services. Residents needing support with recovery are offered the care and assistance they need with rehabilitation services provided by a skilled and compassionate recovery team. Meanwhile, those living with mental illnesses are provided with excellent behavioral health services to help them live full and productive lives despite their afflictions.

Committed to creating a supportive environment for healing, the community provides residents with personalized care plans that cater to their specific needs, complemented with round the clock care and a doctor on-site. An array of vibrant activities are offered all year round to help residents stay active and engaged. Various conveniences, such as housekeeping, laundry, and three delicious meals daily are offered to make residents’ living experience as comfortable and convenient as possible.

(509) 926-3547

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
5/5 ▲ 1.8 Washington average: 3.2/5
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
3/5 ▲ 0.2 Washington average: 2.8/5
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
5/5 ▲ 1.6 Washington average: 3.4/5
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
5/5 ▲ 1.1 Washington average: 3.9/5

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.

Hours per resident per day — compared to Washington state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info This home is ranked 7th out of 59 homes in Washington.

Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
4h 54m per day
Rank #7 / 59Nurse hours — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 7th out of 59 homes in Washington.Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Washington average, with a ranking across 59 Washington SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.
This facility Washington avg (4h 13m per day)
vs Washington avg
+16%

0 of 1 metrics below state avg

Standout metric Total Nursing (Weekend) is +6% above state avg
Staff typeHours / dayvs state avg
Total Nursing (Weekend) Info Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours. 4h 0m per day ▲ 6% State avg: 3h 47m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day

Capacity and availability

This home usually has limited availability

Occupancy between 85% and 95% suggests balanced demand.

Higher occupancy than the Washington average: 72.5%
Occupancy rate 90.7% Rank #3 / 62Occupancy rate — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 3rd out of 62 homes in Washington.Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Washington average, with its statewide rank out of 62. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.
Avg. Length of Stay 25 days
Occupancy rate
90.7% Rank #3 / 62Occupancy rate — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 3rd out of 62 homes in Washington.Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Washington average, with its statewide rank out of 62. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.
Avg. Length of Stay
25 days

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

61% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 18 days

Private pay

39% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 19 days

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$8.8M
Operating loss
-$111.3K
Privately-owned community Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$8.8M Rank #52 / 62Revenue — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 52nd out of 62 homes in Washington.Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Washington SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.
Operating loss
-$111.3K
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations. Rank #56 / 62Payroll — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 56th out of 62 homes in Washington.Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Washington average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.
$3.2M
36.7% of revenue Rank #45 / 62Payroll % — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 45th out of 62 homes in Washington.Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the Washington average. Well-run SNFs often land around 55–65%. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$5.7M
Total costs $8.9M
Walk Score
Walk Score: 28 / 100 Rank #44 / 55Walk Score — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 44th out of 55 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.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What does this home offer?

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Building Type: Single-story

Types of Care at Sunshine Health and Rehabilitation

Assisted Living Memory Care

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Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 7

Washington average 7.8


Last Health inspection on Jun 2025

Total health citations
32 Rank #13 / 59Health citations — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 13th out of 59 homes in Washington.Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Washington state average, with a ranking across all 59 WA SNFs. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.

Washington average 48.9

Citations per inspection
4.57 Rank #14 / 59Citations per inspection — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 14th out of 59 homes in Washington.Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Washington mean across 59 SNFs with citation data. Lower is better.

Washington average 6.92


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

25 of 32 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 7 of 32 resulted from complaint investigations.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info
0
100% better than Washington average

Washington average: 0.3


Serious Health citations More info 0
100% better than Washington average

Washington average: 1.7

0 critical citations More info Washington average: 0.3

0 serious citations More info Washington average: 1.7

31 moderate citations More info Washington average: 46.3

1 minor citation More info Washington average: 0.5
Citations history (last 3 years)
Administration minor citation Info Issues related to how the facility is managed, including policies, procedures, and compliance with regulations. Jun 16, 2025
Corrected

Care Planning moderate citation Info Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions. Jun 16, 2025
Corrected

Resident Rights moderate citation Info Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care. Jun 16, 2025
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Info Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols. Oct 29, 2024
Corrected

Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Washington

Sunshine Health and Rehabilitation is located in Spokane Valley, 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%)

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Washington LIHEAP

Age 60+ prioritized
General WA resident, low-income household.
Income Limits (2025) ~$3,970/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
WA

Covers gas, electric, wood; emergency aid available.

Benefits
Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season) Crisis aid ($500 max)

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Washington SCSEP

Age 55+
General unemployed, low-income, WA resident.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,983/month 125% FPL
Asset Limits Not specified.
WA

Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.

Benefits
Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour) Job placement

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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Address 3.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Spokane Valley's city center to Sunshine Health and Rehabilitation's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 2.07 miles to nearest hospital (Inland Imaging)

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 165
Employees 78
Contractors 87
Staff to resident ratio 4.58:1
147% better than Washington average

Washington average ratio: 1.85:1

Avg staff/day 31
Average shift 7.5 hours
7% worse than Washington average

Washington average: 8.1 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 21,073
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 31
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.7 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 21
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.1 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 83
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.3 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

9.3%

1,949 contractor hours this quarter

Certified Nursing Assistant: 57 Licensed Practical Nurse: 15 Registered Nurse: 13 Medical Director: 2
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant2657837,88991100%7.3
Registered Nurse1813312,79791100%7.7
Clinical Nurse Specialist5052,2838189%8.1
Respiratory Therapy Technician5051,5748391%8.1
Licensed Practical Nurse615211,4618998%7.1
Physical Therapy Aide4041,0827684%7.9
Physical Therapy Assistant4048946976%7.3
Qualified Social Worker1014516268%7.3
Administrator1014435965%7.5
Dental Services Staff2024315864%6.8
Mental Health Service Worker1014255763%7.5
Nurse Practitioner1014255864%7.3
Other Dietary Services Staff1014025257%7.7
Occupational Therapy Aide1013795156%7.4
Speech Language Pathologist202801415%5.7
Medical Director022581618%3.6
83 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
31 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
5 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 89%
5 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 91%
21 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 98%
4 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 84%
4 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 76%
1 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 68%
1 Administrator
% of Days 65%
2 Dental Services Staff
% of Days 64%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 63%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 64%
1 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 57%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 56%
2 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 15%
2 Medical Director
% of Days 18%

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total residents 36
Medicare
33
91.7% of residents
Medicaid
1
2.8% of residents
Private pay or other
2
5.6% of residents

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

Short-stay resident measures
Significantly above average Washington avg: 3.6 Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 99.0%
12% better than Washington average

Washington average: 88.1%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.7%
49% better than Washington average

Washington average: 1.4%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 95.8%
17% better than Washington average

Washington average: 82.0%

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 12.9%
35% better than Washington average

Washington average: 19.9%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 10.1%
23% better than Washington average

Washington average: 13.2%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 0.3%
62% better than Washington average

Washington average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge Info Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge. 53.7%
In line with Washington average

Washington average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 71.0%
40% better than Washington average

Washington average: 50.6%

Penalties and fines

Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.

Source: CMS Penalties Database

Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.

Compare Nursing Homes around Spokane The information below is reported by the Washington Department of Social and Health Services, Residential Care Services.

5 facilities compared · CMS & WA Dept. of Health data · Updated Apr 2026

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Sunshine Health and Rehabilitation
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Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Spokane Valley (Dishman)37 90.7% +25%4.90 +37%+16%0324.6034 28 Dikes, Carol$8.8M$3.2M36.7%505411
Ivy Court Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Coeur D'alene80 90.0% +30%3.93 -46%-5%04314.3368 50 -$10.6M$4.8M45.3%135053
Aurora Valley Care
N

Nursing

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

Spokane Valley124 53.3% -27%3.54 -50%-16%31065.6580 72 -$11.4M$4.1M35.6%505114
Cornerstone Court -
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Spokane (Fairwood)40--------000.00- 51 -----
Lena‘s Gentle Care -
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Spokane (Hillyard)---------000.00- 23 -----

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