Cascades of Chesterley
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Yakima, WA

Cascades of Chesterley

Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Yakima, WA
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Cascades of Chesterley accepts Medicaid.

Overview of Cascades of Chesterley

A 40-minute drive from Ellensburg, Cascades of Chesterley is one of the best assisted living facilities in the area. Offering assisted living, memory care, and respite care, this facility offers services for seniors with different capabilities and conditions. As for their accommodations for assisted living services, they offer both studio and one-bedroom apartments, giving the seniors the choice of a more private quarters or something more spacious.

Many of the residents at this facility enjoy their time here due to the freedom they receive. From being able to spend time in their social spaces as they make new friends to taking trips to nearby areas and attractions, seniors are able to plan their own day and do it at their own pace. In addition to these options, there are also various activities like bird watching, fitness classes, game nights, and more that the residents can join if they are seeking engagement. This facility offers a lot of flexibility and independence for their residents while also offering support for the daily tasks.

Bed community size
96-bed community Rank #113 / 356Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 113th out of 356 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Washington that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.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: 50 / 100 Rank #330 / 618Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 330th out of 618 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Washington that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
57%
Rank #244 / 283Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 244th out of 283 homes in Washington for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Washington average, with its Statewide rank out of 283. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Washington that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Lower than the Washington average: 72.5%
Occupied beds
55 / 96
Average occupied beds in Washington homes 73 beds

License Details

Facility TypeBoarding Home
CountyYakima
License Number2741

Staffing

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

Leadership

ContactVillemez, Virginia B. (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 2025 · 1 year of data 37 deficiencies 3 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 2025 vs. Washington state average
Overall vs. WA average 2 Worse Metrics worse than Washington average:
• Total deficiencies (19% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (262% above)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.

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. 3731 This facility has 19% more total deficiencies than a typical Washington assisted living residence (37 vs. WA avg 31).↑ 19% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 12.33.4 This facility has 262% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Washington assisted living residence (12.3 vs. WA avg 3.4).↑ 262% worse

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. 39 This facility has had 67% fewer total inspections than the Washington average (3 vs. WA avg 9). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 67% fewer

What does this home offer?

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Room Sizes: 335 / 437 / 470 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Cascades of Chesterley

1 Bedroom
Studio
Studio

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Address 2.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Yakima's city center to Cascades of Chesterley'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 to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Cascades of Chesterley
AL
IL
MC
RC
Yakima (Fruitvale)
96
Facility 96
WA AVG 81
Rank #113 / 356
Yes
50
Facility 50
WA AVG 51
Rank #330 / 618
Studio / 1 Bed 57.3% -3
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 282
37
Facility 37
WA AVG 31
Rank #185 / 279
12.3
Facility 12.3
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #277 / 279
Avamere at Englewood Heights
AL
MC
RC
Yakima
88
Facility 88
WA AVG 81
Rank #137 / 356
Yes
35
Facility 35
WA AVG 51
Rank #444 / 618
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed 75.0% -9
4
Facility 4
WA AVG 8
Rank #228 / 282
48
Facility 48
WA AVG 31
Rank #221 / 279
5.3
Facility 5.3
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #200 / 279
Brookdale Yakima
AL
Yakima
82
Facility 82
WA AVG 81
Rank #159 / 356
Yes
48
Facility 48
WA AVG 51
Rank #346 / 618
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed 82.9% A+18
11
Facility 11
WA AVG 8
Rank #276 / 282
113
Facility 113
WA AVG 31
Rank #277 / 279
6.3
Facility 6.3
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #227 / 279

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Washington

Cascades of Chesterley is located in Yakima, 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 Cascades of Chesterley

What neighborhood is Cascades of Chesterley in?

Cascades of Chesterley is in the Fruitvale neighborhood of Yakima.

Is Cascades of Chesterley in a walkable area?

Cascades of Chesterley has a walk score of 50. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of Cascades of Chesterley?

According to WA state health department records, Cascades of Chesterley's license number is 2741.

What is the occupancy rate at Cascades of Chesterley?

Cascades of Chesterley's occupancy is 57%.

Are pets allowed at Cascades of Chesterley?

Yes, Cascades of Chesterley allows residents to bring their pets.

How many beds does Cascades of Chesterley have?

Cascades of Chesterley has 96 beds.

Has Cascades of Chesterley had any deficiencies?

Cascades of Chesterley has had 37 reported deficiencies since 2025 according to records from WA Dept. of Social and Health Services (DSHS).

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