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Brookdale Harbor Bay
Nestled in a charming harbor town with local wineries and eclectic farm-to-table restaurants, Brookdale Harbor Bay is a premier senior living community offering specialized Alzheimer’s and dementia care. The community is built from the ground up to meet the unique requirements of dementia care, with highly-trained staff specially chosen for their ability to work with seniors with Alzheimer’s and other cognitive challenges. Residents can enjoy cozy apartments with plenty of natural light and a full calendar of events and activities tailored to their needs, with trained dementia care staff on-site 24/7.
At Brookdale Harbor Bay, the memory care program aims to open up residents’ worlds with new relationships and activities, providing daily experiences to create a sense of meaning and purpose through consistent care assignments whenever possible. The community offers the Clare Bridge program for mid to late stages of dementia and the Solace program for the advanced stages, delivering purposeful programs with compassionate care. Residents can enjoy a range of engaging activities, from fitness classes and salon visits to gardening and live music, while dining is tailored to their needs, with dementia-friendly menus, nutritious meals, and personalized assistance.
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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.
Inspection Scorecard
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• Total deficiencies (61% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (11% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | WA Average | vs. WA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
| 12 | 31 | This facility has 61% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Washington assisted living residence (12 vs. WA avg 31).↓ 61% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 4.0 | 4.51 | This facility has 11% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Washington assisted living residence (4 vs. WA avg 4.51).↓ 11% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | WA Average | vs. WA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
| 3 | 9 | 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?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 234 / 468 sq. ft.
Housing Options: Shared Studio / Private Suite / 2 Bed
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Brookdale Harbor Bay
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1.0 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Gig Harbor's city center to Brookdale Harbor Bay's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 8.54 miles to nearest hospital (MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital)
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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.
Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
ADC (Adult Day Care):
Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home.
CCRC( (Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRC)):
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Inspection events categorized as complaint-related by the state regulator.
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Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
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| Peoples Senior Living | MC ADC AL | Tacoma (Eastside) | 145
Facility
145
WA AVG
81
Rank
#18 / 356 | No |
50
Facility
50
WA AVG
51
Rank
#331 / 619 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
46.2%
Facility
46.2%
WA AVG
75%
Rank
#258 / 276 | - | 5 | 1
Facility
1
WA AVG
8
Rank
#118 / 282 | 4
Facility
4
WA AVG
31
Rank
#18 / 279 | 0.8
Facility
0.8
WA AVG
3.4
Rank
#11 / 279 |
| Franke Tobey Jones | MC AL CCRC( IL NH SNF | Tacoma (West End) | 101
Facility
101
WA AVG
81
Rank
#88 / 356 | Yes |
47
Facility
47
WA AVG
51
Rank
#356 / 619 | - |
49.5%
Facility
49.5%
WA AVG
75%
Rank
#256 / 276 | A+ | 5 | 0
Facility
0
WA AVG
8
Rank
#1 / 282 | 16
Facility
16
WA AVG
31
Rank
#84 / 279 | 3.2
Facility
3.2
WA AVG
3.4
Rank
#93 / 279 |
| GenCare Lifestyle Tacoma at Point Ruston | MC AL IL RC | Tacoma (West End) | 85
Facility
85
WA AVG
81
Rank
#141 / 356 | Yes |
65
Facility
65
WA AVG
51
Rank
#189 / 619 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
98.8%
Facility
98.8%
WA AVG
75%
Rank
#11 / 276 | - | 2 | 0
Facility
0
WA AVG
8
Rank
#1 / 282 | 4
Facility
4
WA AVG
31
Rank
#18 / 279 | 2.0
Facility
2.0
WA AVG
3.4
Rank
#38 / 279 |
| Cascade Park Gardens | MC AL | Tacoma (South Tacoma) | 63
Facility
63
WA AVG
81
Rank
#228 / 356 | No |
67
Facility
67
WA AVG
51
Rank
#176 / 619 | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms |
90.5%
Facility
90.5%
WA AVG
75%
Rank
#46 / 276 | - | 7 | 2
Facility
2
WA AVG
8
Rank
#163 / 282 | 8
Facility
8
WA AVG
31
Rank
#38 / 279 | 1.1
Facility
1.1
WA AVG
3.4
Rank
#18 / 279 |
| Brookdale Harbor Bay | MC | Gig Harbor | 44
Facility
44
WA AVG
81
Rank
#308 / 356 | Yes |
43
Facility
43
WA AVG
51
Rank
#389 / 619 | Shared Studio / Private Suite / 2 Bed |
52.3%
Facility
52.3%
WA AVG
75%
Rank
#253 / 276 | A+ | 3 | 0
Facility
0
WA AVG
8
Rank
#1 / 282 | 12
Facility
12
WA AVG
31
Rank
#59 / 279 | 4.0
Facility
4.0
WA AVG
3.4
Rank
#127 / 279 |
Financial Assistance for
Memory Care in Washington
Brookdale Harbor Bay is located in Gig Harbor, Washington State.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Brookdale Harbor Bay
Is Brookdale Harbor Bay in a walkable area?
Brookdale Harbor Bay has a walk score of 43. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the license number of Brookdale Harbor Bay?
According to WA state health department records, Brookdale Harbor Bay's license number is 1912.
When does Brookdale Harbor Bay's license expire?
According to WA state health department records, Brookdale Harbor Bay's license expires on February 28, 2027.
What is the occupancy rate at Brookdale Harbor Bay?
Brookdale Harbor Bay's occupancy is 52%.
How long has Brookdale Harbor Bay been in business?
Brookdale Harbor Bay has been operating for approximately 48 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Does Brookdale Harbor Bay have different floorplan options?
Yes — see the floorplan options available at Brookdale Harbor Bay on this page.
Are pets allowed at Brookdale Harbor Bay?
Yes, Brookdale Harbor Bay allows residents to bring their pets.

















