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Avalon Federal Way Care Center

135 South 336th St, Federal Way, WA 98003 View Map

Avalon Federal Way Care Center is a Nursing Home in Washington

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Overview of Avalon Federal Way Care Center

An unsurpassed luxurious senior living community in Tacoma aimed to make residents feel not only at home but feel like family, and considered one of the premier nursing homes– Avalon Care Center at Federal Way is where convenience and comfort are balanced. The community ensures a results-driven approach to recovery where its well-trained staff is committed to quality care. Avalon Care Center puts its residents at the heart of its mission.
Specializing in short-term rehabilitation, the skilled nursing community offers an array of comprehensive services designed to boost a speedy recovery. A list of their points of excellence includes wound care, support services, and therapy (occupational, speech, and physical).

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Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Nurse hours per resident 4.11/day

Overall rating

2/5

Health Inspection

2/5

Staffing

4/5

Quality Measures

4/5

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 120

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

81.5%

106

TYPE OF STAY

Mix of rehab and long-term care

This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.

Might be optimal for

Flexible care needs

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Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

24% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

55% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 29 days

Medicaid

21% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 6 - 7 months

Finances and operations

Home revenue

$26.4M

Operating loss

-$888.7K

Proprietary home Corporation

Home revenue

$26,409,173.00

Operating loss

$-888,699.00

Payroll costs

$6.8M

25.8% of revenue

Other operating costs

$20.5M

Total costs $27.3M

23 years in operation

A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.

Walk Score: 49 / 100

Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

BBB Rating: A- (Not Accredited)

An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
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Staffing

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

Leadership

Contact: Ms. Sandy Wilkinson, Administrator

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Avalon Federal Way Care Center

SNF

Federal Way

120

A-

AVALON HEALTH CARE CENTERS, LLC

81.5%

$25,990,550.00

$6,810,313.00

26.2%

106.20

2/5

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Garden Terrace Healthcare Center at Federal Way

Type of care: SNF AL

Community: Federal Way

Bed Count: 70

Pets Allowed: No

Operator: LARSON, MEGAN

CCN: 505512

Occupancy: 65.2%

Home Revenue: $15,230,688.00

Payroll Costs: $6,329,005.00

Payroll %: 41.6%

Avg Residents/Day: 60.50

Overall Rating: 5/5

Adj Nurse Hours: 4.8795

Health Insp Rating: 3/5

Staffing Rating: 5/5

QM Rating: 5/5

Avalon Federal Way Care Center

Type of care: SNF AL

Community: Federal Way

Bed Count: 120

Pets Allowed: No

Operator: AVALON HEALTH CARE CENTERS, LLC

CCN: 505510

Occupancy: 81.5%

Home Revenue: $25,990,550.00

Payroll Costs: $6,810,313.00

Payroll %: 26.2%

Avg Residents/Day: 106.20

Overall Rating: 2/5

Adj Nurse Hours: 4.1124

Health Insp Rating: 2/5

Staffing Rating: 4/5

QM Rating: 4/5

Enchanted Adult Family Home LLC

Type of care: SNF AL

Community: Federal Way

Pets Allowed: No

Soundview Elder Care in Federal Way

Type of care: SNF AL

Community: Federal Way

Pets Allowed: No

135 South 336th St, Federal Way, WA 98003

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181

Total Staff

132

Employees

Contractors

49,290

Total Hours (Quarter)

Avg Staff/Day

7.9

Avg Shift (hrs)

Nursing Staff Breakdown

Role ⓘ	Count ⓘ	Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ	Uses Contractors? ⓘ
Registered Nurse	26	9.6	Yes
Licensed Practical Nurse	26	9.8	Yes
Certified Nursing Assistant	72	7.5	Yes

Staff by Category

Administration

1 staff

8hs shift avg

Nursing Staff

127 staff

8.2hs shift avg

Physicians & Practitioners

11 staff

8hs shift avg

Therapy Services

33 staff

5.4hs shift avg

Activities & Recreation

0 staff

0hs shift avg

Social Services

2 staff

4.6hs shift avg

Dietary Services

4 staff

7.6hs shift avg

Other Services

3 staff

8.4hs shift avg

Contractor Analysis

8.2%

of total hours from contractors

4,054 contractor hours this quarter

Licensed Practical Nurse: 7 Certified Nursing Assistant: 2 Speech Language Pathologist: 10 Registered Nurse: 6 Physical Therapy Aide: 8 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 8 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1 Physical Therapy Assistant: 3 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 2 Qualified Social Worker: 2

Role ⓘ	Employees ⓘ	Contractors ⓘ	Total Staff ⓘ	Total Hours ⓘ	Days Worked ⓘ	% of Days ⓘ	Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ
Certified Nursing Assistant	70	2	72	23,474	91	100%	7.5
Licensed Practical Nurse	19	7	26	8,439	91	100%	9.8
Registered Nurse	20	6	26	5,719	91	100%	9.6
Clinical Nurse Specialist	10	0	10	2,864	72	79%	8
Speech Language Pathologist	0	10	10	1,402	89	98%	5.6
Physical Therapy Aide	0	8	8	930	82	90%	6
Mental Health Service Worker	2	0	2	906	68	75%	8.6
RN Director of Nursing	2	0	2	793	66	73%	7.8
Other Dietary Services Staff	3	0	3	747	87	96%	7.6
Physical Therapy Assistant	0	3	3	613	72	79%	6.2
Dietitian	1	0	1	507	67	74%	7.6
Nurse Practitioner	1	0	1	488	61	67%	8
Administrator	1	0	1	464	58	64%	8
Dental Services Staff	1	0	1	454	57	63%	8
Occupational Therapy Aide	1	1	2	429	58	64%	7.3
Nurse Aide in Training	1	0	1	420	56	62%	7.5
Respiratory Therapy Technician	0	8	8	318	64	70%	4.4
Qualified Social Worker	0	2	2	260	57	63%	4.6
Occupational Therapy Assistant	0	2	2	63	61	67%	1

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Total Health inspections 4

49% below Washington average

Washington average: 7.8

Last Health inspection on Nov 2024

Total Health citations 78

60% above Washington average

Washington average: 48.9

19.5 citations per inspection (avg)

Citations origin

Citations can result from standard inspections or complaint-based investigations.

Standard inspections 77 citations

Complaint investigations 1 citations

Breakdown of citations

Critical Health citations 0

100% below Washington average

Washington average: 0.3

Serious Health citations 0

100% below Washington average

Washington average: 1.7

Moderate Health citations 76

Minor Health citations 2

Citations history (last 3 years)

Quality of Care moderate citation Nov 05, 2024

Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Jul 24, 2024

Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Jul 24, 2024

Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Jul 24, 2024

Corrected

Ownership: For-Profit Corporation

Part of: Avalon Health Care, INC.

Resident Census by Payment Source

97 Total Residents

Medicare 27 (27.8%)

Medicaid 58 (59.8%)

Private Pay/Other 12 (12.4%)

Programs & Services

Residents' Group

Family Engagement

Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.

Active Resident Council

High-risk clinical events score 9.1

9% better than Washington average

Washington average: 10.0

Functional decline score 16.4

21% better than Washington average

Washington average: 20.9

Long-Stay Resident Measures

Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased 11.1%

32% below Washington average.

Walking Ability Worsened 16.9%

23% below Washington average.

Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence 21.2%

13% below Washington average.

Falls with Major Injury 4.7%

79% above Washington average.

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers 8.9%

81% above Washington average.

Urinary Tract Infection 1.8%

4% above Washington average.

Depressive Symptoms 4.1%

75% below Washington average.

Antipsychotic Use 12.3%

15% below Washington average.

Pneumococcal Vaccine 87.7%

9% below Washington average.

Influenza Vaccine 94.9%

1% above Washington average.

Lost Too Much Weight 3.8%

34% below Washington average.

Short-stay resident measures

Pneumococcal Vaccine 80.0%

9% worse than Washington average

Antipsychotic medication increase 0.8%

46% better than Washington average

Influenza Vaccine 86.6%

6% better than Washington average

Financial Trends

Historical financial and operational data for Avalon Federal Way Care Center based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.

Occupancy Rate 81.5% ↑ 7.4pp vs 2022

Net Income -$888,699 ↑ ~$759K vs 2022

Total Payroll $9,868,207 ↑ ~$1.6M vs 2022

Profit Margin -3.4% ↑ 4.4pp vs 2022

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Metric	2011	2012	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Occupancy %	91.1%	92.3%	89.6%	91.1%	86.3%	84.1%	86.6%	89.5%	85.4%	77.6%	75.2%	74.1%	81.5%
Beds	120	120	120	120	120	120	120	120	120	120	120	120	120
Net Income	$211,195	-$24,439	-$246,177	-$161,247	-$286,318	-$1,285,382	$64,981	$6,734	$126,973	$313,019	-$1,118,856	-$1,647,565	-$888,699
Gross Revenue	$13,820,694	$12,812,100	$12,838,081	$13,257,137	$13,189,445	$14,062,967	$15,018,058	$16,883,568	$18,627,116	$18,791,591	$22,393,545	$21,125,336	$25,990,550
Operating Expenses	$11,599,868	$11,662,660	$11,674,231	$11,866,349	$11,805,603	$12,636,858	$12,057,383	$12,610,540	$13,496,872	$13,990,399	$14,928,291	$15,071,803	$17,744,573
Net Patient Revenue	$11,757,858	$11,617,577	$11,317,443	$11,680,147	$11,543,073	$11,440,751	$12,059,507	$13,241,615	$13,271,151	$13,200,015	$13,311,445	$12,907,379	$16,437,251
Total Payroll	$6,563,136	$6,425,214	$6,175,216	$6,497,063	$6,412,066	$6,568,344	$5,930,272	$6,346,520	$6,699,076	$7,193,485	$8,196,365	$8,263,483	$9,868,207
Profit Margin %	1.5%	-0.2%	-1.9%	-1.2%	-2.2%	-9.1%	0.4%	0.0%	0.7%	1.7%	-5.0%	-7.8%	-3.4%
Medicare %	17.6%	14.1%	13.0%	12.8%	14.7%	12.4%	13.7%	16.4%	12.3%	17.2%	15.1%	14.5%	13.3%
Medicaid %	58.5%	63.2%	59.2%	62.5%	62.9%	64.0%	66.4%	58.5%	60.8%	60.1%	61.4%	66.6%	62.8%
Private %	23.9%	22.7%	27.8%	24.6%	22.3%	23.6%	19.9%	25.0%	26.9%	22.7%	23.5%	18.9%	23.9%
Revenue/Day	$295	$287	$288	$293	$305	$310	$318	$338	$355	$387	$404	$398	$461
Cost/Day	$291	$288	$297	$297	$312	$342	$318	$322	$361	$411	$453	$465	$497
Avg Length of Stay	101.5 days	109.6 days	105.8 days	90.5 days	93.8 days	113.6 days	98.0 days	81.2 days	65.4 days	67.2 days	71.0 days	88.6 days	68.2 days

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Community Options Program Entry System (COPES)

WA Medicaid COPES

General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: High demand in urban areas (e.g., Seattle).

Washington Family Caregiver Support Program

WA NFCSP

General: Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia), Washington resident.

Income Limits: No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.

Asset Limits: Not applicable.

WA Specifics: High urban demand; rural outreach.

Community First Choice (CFC)

Washington Community First Choice

General: Age 65+ (or disabled 18+), 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 Specifics: Broader than COPES; serves ~20,000; self-directed option.

Older Americans Act (OAA) Services

Washington OAA Services

General: Age 60+, WA resident; no income/asset limits.

Income Limits (2025): None; donations encouraged.

Asset Limits: Not assessed.

WA Specifics: 13 AAAs; includes Meals on Wheels; rural focus.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Washington Medicare Savings Program

General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Washington LIHEAP

General: Age 60+ prioritized, WA resident, low-income household.

Income Limits (2025): ~$3,970/month (185% FPL).

Asset Limits: Not assessed.

WA Specifics: Covers gas, electric, wood; emergency aid available.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Washington SCSEP

General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, WA resident.

Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Asset Limits: Not specified.

WA Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.

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

Washington VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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 Specifics: High veteran use; supports rural/urban needs.

Senior Citizens Property Tax Exemption

Washington Senior Property Tax Exemption

General: Age 61+ or disabled retiree, 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 Specifics: Saves ~$500-$1,500/year; offered statewide.

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Washington SFMNP

General: Age 60+, WA resident, low-income.

Income Limits (2025): ~$2,322/month (185% FPL).

Asset Limits: Not assessed.

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

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Avalon Federal Way Care Center

Avalon Federal Way Care Center is a Nursing Home in Washington

Avalon Federal Way Care… is a Nursing Home in Washington

Avalon Federal Way Care Center

Avalon Federal Way Care Center is a Nursing Home in Washington

Avalon Federal Way Care… is a Nursing Home in Washington

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Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

This home usually has availability

Who this home usually serves

Mix of rehab and long-term care

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

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Medicaid

Finances and operations

Staffing

Leadership

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Staff by Category

Contractor Analysis

Health Inspection History

Breakdown of citations

Citations history (last 3 years)

Facility Characteristics

Resident Census by Payment Source

Programs & Services

Family Engagement

Quality of care over time

Long-Stay Resident Measures

Daily care & independence

Safety & clinical stability

Emotional & behavioral wellbeing

Preventive care

Nutrition & physical health

Short-stay resident measures

Financial Trends

Occupancy Rate

Financial Performance

Payroll & Labor Costs

Payer Mix

Revenue vs Cost Per Patient Day

Guides for Better Senior Living

Eldertainment

Financial Aid for Washington Seniors

Community Options Program Entry System (COPES)

Washington Family Caregiver Support Program

Community First Choice (CFC)

Older Americans Act (OAA) Services

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

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

Senior Citizens Property Tax Exemption

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

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