Brookdale West Seattle
Assisted Living & Independent Living · Seattle, WA

Brookdale West Seattle

Assisted Living & Independent Living · Seattle, WA
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Brookdale West Seattle accepts Medicaid.

Overview of Brookdale West Seattle

Nestled in the tranquil neighborhood of Seattle, WA, Brookdale West Seattle is an idyllic senior living community offering a spectrum of care options including assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Featuring cozy and pet-friendly floor plans including various studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, residents enjoy comfort and safety at its finest. Wholly experience independence and let go of your worries about mundane activities in the daily with extra hands from a kind, compassionate, and well-trained team.

The community fosters a warm and inviting environment, orchestrating carefully chosen activities for its residents’ enjoyment and wellness. The community’s signature Clare Bridge Training aims to meet the special needs of memory care residents and provide them with the proper care and assistance necessary. With its convenient location near local attractions, residents enjoy a different level of amusement and gain easy access to necessities. Brookdale West Seattle sits on beautifully landscaped grounds and provides mesmerizing amenities including a beauty and barbershop, a porch, a courtyard and garden, a fireside living room, a game room, a library, a fitness center, transportation, and concierge services.

Bed community size
60-bed community Rank #246 / 366Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 246th out of 366 homes in Washington. 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.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 moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 87 / 100 Rank #54 / 628Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 54th out of 628 homes in Washington. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Washington facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.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.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
58%
Rank #261 / 310Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 261st 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.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
35 / 60
Average occupied beds in Washington homes 73 beds

License Details

Facility TypeBoarding Home
StatusOperating
ExpirationDecember 31, 2026
CountyKing
License Number2319

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible
Emergency SystemsYes
Safety FeaturesEmergency Alert System

Staffing

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

Leadership

ContactSchaper, Dawn

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Policies & Features

HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes
Utilities IncludedYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Pet Friendly
Fitness Center
Transportation
Library
Concierge Service
Beauty/Barber Shop
Private Dining Room
Arts & Crafts Studio
Game Room
Billiards
Theatre
Business Centers/Computers
Community Kitchen
Meeting Rooms
Guest Suite(S)
Piano
ActivitiesActivities include fitness classes, arts & crafts, and social gatherings
Specific ProgramsContinuing Care Retirement Communities, At Home Care
Touring HoursMon - Fri: 8am - 9pm CT / Sat: 9am - 5:30pm CT

Pricing & Financial Information

IL$4,450 per month
AL$3,995 per month

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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 44 deficiencies

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 (42% above)
• Deficiencies per year (43% above)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Latest Inspection October 14, 2025 Follow Up

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. 4431 This facility has 42% more total deficiencies than a typical Washington assisted living residence (44 vs. WA avg 31).↑ 42% worse
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2023. 14.710.3 This facility has 43% more deficiencies per year than a typical Washington assisted living residence (14.7 vs. WA avg 10.3).↑ 43% worse

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

  • October 14, 2025 follow-up inspection found no deficiencies and confirmed all prior issues, including pet health certification, were corrected.
  • December 18, 2024 fire safety inspection identified 11 serious deficiencies, including malfunctioning fire doors, missing carbon monoxide detectors, and unsecured oxygen tanks, resulting in facility disapproval.
  • September 25, 2025 follow-up found ongoing failure to maintain veterinarian certification for two pets, leading to a civil fine and risk to 33 residents.

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Room Sizes: 400 / 600 / 615 / 850 / 895 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Brookdale West Seattle

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Address 3.7 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Seattle's city center to Brookdale West Seattle's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Seattle

The information below is reported by the Washington Department of Social and Health Services, Residential Care Services.

Aegis Living Madison
AL
NH
HC
MC
RC
Seattle (Miller Park)
96
Facility 96
WA AVG 82
Rank #117 / 366
Yes
90
Facility 90
WA AVG 51
Rank #40 / 628
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
87.5%
Facility 87.5%
WA AVG 74.4%
Rank #60 / 285
C+13
5
Facility 5
WA AVG 8
Rank #245 / 285
48
Facility 48
WA AVG 31
Rank #227 / 285
3.7
Facility 3.7
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #125 / 285
Aegis Living West Seattle
AL
HC
MC
RC
Seattle (North Admiral)
84
Facility 84
WA AVG 82
Rank #160 / 366
Yes
76
Facility 76
WA AVG 51
Rank #107 / 628
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
81.0%
Facility 81.0%
WA AVG 74.4%
Rank #111 / 285
C+10
3
Facility 3
WA AVG 8
Rank #205 / 285
41
Facility 41
WA AVG 31
Rank #203 / 285
4.1
Facility 4.1
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #141 / 285
Mirabella Seattle
AL
MC
NH
Seattle (South Lake Union)
63
Facility 63
WA AVG 82
Rank #237 / 366
No
99
Facility 99
WA AVG 51
Rank #1 / 628
1 Bed / 2 Bed
46.0%
Facility 46.0%
WA AVG 74.4%
Rank #266 / 285
A+6
2
Facility 2
WA AVG 8
Rank #166 / 285
43
Facility 43
WA AVG 31
Rank #212 / 285
7.2
Facility 7.2
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #251 / 285
GenCare Lifestyle Seattle at Ballard Landmark
AL
IL
RC
Seattle (Adams)
63
Facility 63
WA AVG 82
Rank #237 / 366
Yes
96
Facility 96
WA AVG 51
Rank #15 / 628
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
76.2%
Facility 76.2%
WA AVG 74.4%
Rank #142 / 285
A+7
3
Facility 3
WA AVG 8
Rank #205 / 285
64
Facility 64
WA AVG 31
Rank #255 / 285
9.1
Facility 9.1
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #269 / 285
Brookdale West Seattle
AL
IL
Seattle (Fairmount Park)
60
Facility 60
WA AVG 82
Rank #246 / 366
Yes
87
Facility 87
WA AVG 51
Rank #54 / 628
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
58.3%
Facility 58.3%
WA AVG 74.4%
Rank #245 / 285
-6
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 285
44
Facility 44
WA AVG 31
Rank #217 / 285
7.3
Facility 7.3
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #253 / 285

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Washington

Brookdale West Seattle is located in Seattle, 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

Frequently Asked Questions about Brookdale West Seattle

What neighborhood is Brookdale West Seattle in?

Brookdale West Seattle is in the Fairmount Park neighborhood of Seattle.

Is Brookdale West Seattle in a walkable area?

Brookdale West Seattle has a walk score of 87. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the license number of Brookdale West Seattle?

According to WA state health department records, Brookdale West Seattle's license number is 2319.

When does Brookdale West Seattle's license expire?

According to WA state health department records, Brookdale West Seattle's license expires on December 31, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at Brookdale West Seattle?

Brookdale West Seattle's occupancy is 58%.

Does Brookdale West Seattle have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Brookdale West Seattle on this page.

How many beds does Brookdale West Seattle have?

Brookdale West Seattle has 60 beds.

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