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Avamere at Englewood Heights
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Yakima, WA
Exterior view of the facility with a red awning Cozy reading corner in a library with bookshelves A well-furnished private room with a bed and window Common area with seating and natural light Cozy interior of a resident room with kitchenette

Avamere at Englewood Heights

Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Yakima, WA
3710 Kern Rd, Yakima, WA 98902 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
Avamere at Englewood Heights accepts Medicaid.
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Overview of Avamere at Englewood Heights

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Avamere at Englewood Heights is a premier facility near Ellensburg, with only a 40-minute drive. At this facility, they pride themselves on prioritizing the needs of their residents. Like other assisted living facilities, they take care of the daily tasks of the residents from housekeeping to cooking and even lawn maintenance. Providing spacious quarters for their residents, seniors are able to enjoy their privacy while staying comfortable.

Aside from that, there are also various activities and engagement events that are held for the residents. Game nights, fitness classes and more are scheduled for the residents to enjoy. These activities are done to keep them engaged and stimulated, making sure that they fully enjoy their golden years.

Facility Direct Line (509) 452-5822
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Bed community size
88-bed community Rank #137 / 356Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 137th 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: 35 / 100 Rank #444 / 618Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 444th 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.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
75%
Rank #149 / 283Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 149th 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.
Similar to the Washington average: 72.5%
Occupied beds
66 / 88
Average occupied beds in Washington homes 73 beds

License Details

Facility TypeBoarding Home
StatusOperating
ExpirationSeptember 30, 2026
CountyYakima
License Number2460

Staffing

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

Leadership

ContactKuehl, Sherri (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 48 deficiencies 9 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 2 Worse Metrics worse than Washington average:
• Total deficiencies (55% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (56% 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. 4831 This facility has 55% more total deficiencies than a typical Washington assisted living residence (48 vs. WA avg 31).↑ 55% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 5.33.4 This facility has 56% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Washington assisted living residence (5.3 vs. WA avg 3.4).↑ 56% 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. 99 This facility has total inspections in line with the Washington average (9 vs. WA avg 9).— At avg
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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Address 2.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Yakima's city center to Avamere at Englewood Heights'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.

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Avamere at Englewood Heights
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88
Facility 88
WA AVG 81
Rank #137 / 356
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35
Facility 35
WA AVG 51
Rank #444 / 618
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed 75.0% -9
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WA AVG 81
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Washington

Avamere at Englewood Heights is located in Yakima, 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.
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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.
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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).
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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
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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 Avamere at Englewood Heights

Is Avamere at Englewood Heights in a walkable area?

Avamere at Englewood Heights has a walk score of 35. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Avamere at Englewood Heights?

According to WA state health department records, Avamere at Englewood Heights's license number is 2460.

When does Avamere at Englewood Heights's license expire?

According to WA state health department records, Avamere at Englewood Heights's license expires on September 30, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at Avamere at Englewood Heights?

Avamere at Englewood Heights's occupancy is 75%.

Are pets allowed at Avamere at Englewood Heights?

Yes, Avamere at Englewood Heights allows residents to bring their pets.

How many beds does Avamere at Englewood Heights have?

Avamere at Englewood Heights has 88 beds.

Has Avamere at Englewood Heights had any deficiencies?

Avamere at Englewood Heights has had 48 reported deficiencies since 2023 according to records from WA Dept. of Social and Health Services (DSHS).

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