Brookdale Federal Way
Assisted Living · Federal Way, WA

Brookdale Federal Way

Assisted Living · Federal Way, WA
Calculator: See prices in your area
Brookdale Federal Way accepts Medicaid.

Overview of Brookdale Federal Way

Brookdale Federal Way exists as one of New York’s most trusted and respected communities, upholding the impeccable standards synonymous with the Brookdale name. As a distinguished assisted living community, it not only provides exceptional assisted living options but also offers specialized memory care services. Nestled in a charming neighborhood near Pacific Highway South in downtown Federal Way, this community exudes a unique character and tranquility that sets it apart.

Within this engaging community, residents find solace and comfort akin to being at home. Its welcoming atmosphere is enhanced by features such as a well-stocked library, inviting fireside living room, convenient beauty and barbershop, a communal kitchen fostering social connections, and a vibrant game room. Brookdale Federal Way is a haven where seniors experience top-notch assisted living tailored to their needs, including specialized memory care services, creating a safe and supportive environment for memory care living.

Bed community size
110-bed community Rank #67 / 366Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 67th out of 366 homes in Washington. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Washington SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.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: 77 / 100 Rank #97 / 628Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 97th out of 628 homes in Washington. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Washington SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.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
79%
Rank #124 / 310Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 124th 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.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Higher than the Washington average: 72.5%
Occupied beds
87 / 110
Average occupied beds in Washington homes 73 beds

License Details

Facility TypeBoarding Home
StatusOperating
ExpirationAugust 31, 2026
CountyKing
License Number2526

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible
Emergency SystemsYes
Safety FeaturesEmergency Alert System

Staffing

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

Leadership

ContactLaura Nencetti

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

1 service
Home Care

Additional Policies & Features

HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Fitness Center
Library
Salon
Barber
Spa
Chapel
Dining Room
Restaurant
Bistro
Courtyard
Garden
Patio
Walking Paths
Transportation
Concierge
Wifi
Housekeeping
Laundry
Private Dining
Wellness Center
ActivitiesThe community offers a variety of activities, including fitness classes, social events, and resident meetings.
Branded ProgramsOptimum Life Cuisine, Personal Solutions
Wellness ProgramHealth and Wellness programs focus on enhancing well-being through various activities including fitness classes and social events.
Specific Programs253-941-0156
Religious ServicesYes
Operating HoursMon - Fri: 8am - 9pm; Sat: 9am - 5:30pm; Mon - Fri: 8am - 9pm; Sat: 9am - 5:30pm; Mon - Fri: 8am - 9pm

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price$4,765 per month
Monthly Base Fee$4,765

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionThe dining program focuses on personalized meals that reflect residents' preferences and dietary needs, featuring whole grains, lean proteins, fruits, and vegetables.

Contact Brookdale Federal Way

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 26 deficiencies 6 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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 1 Worse Metrics worse than Washington average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (26% above)
3 Better Metrics better than Washington average:
• Total deficiencies (16% below)
• Deficiencies per year (16% below)
• Total inspections (33% below)
Latest Inspection February 15, 2024 Inspection The facility failed to ensure staff were screened for tuberculosis within three days of employment.

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. 2631 This facility has 16% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Washington assisted living residence (26 vs. WA avg 31).↓ 16% better
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2023. 8.710.3 This facility has 16% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Washington assisted living residence (8.7 vs. WA avg 10.3).↓ 16% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 4.33.4 This facility has 26% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Washington assisted living residence (4.3 vs. WA avg 3.4).↑ 26% 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 routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 69 This facility has 33% fewer total inspections than a typical Washington assisted living residence (6 vs. WA avg 9).↓ 33% better

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

  • February 15, 2024 inspection found five uncorrected deficiencies including unqualified administrator, failure to screen staff for tuberculosis, and poor housekeeping placing residents at risk.
  • January 22, 2024 substantiated complaint found generator unserviced since February 2022, no inspection documentation, and generator was out of fuel and leaking during power outage.
  • February 7, 2024 follow-up inspection found no deficiencies after medication administration issues were corrected and licensing requirements met.

What does this home offer?

Minimum age icon
Minimum age icon

Minimum Age: 55 Years Old

Pets allowed icon
Pets allowed icon

Pets Allowed

Housing options icon
Housing options icon

Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Building type icon
Building type icon

Building Type: Two Story

Transportation services icon
Transportation services icon

Transportation Services

Fitness and recreation icon
Fitness and recreation icon

Fitness and Recreation

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Brookdale Federal Way

Brookdale Federal Way 2
Floor Plan
Download PDF

Places of interest near Brookdale Federal Way

Address 0.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Federal Way's city center to Brookdale Federal Way's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 2.28 miles to nearest hospital (St. Francis Hospital)

Calculate Travel Distance to Brookdale Federal Way

Add your location

Address

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Washington

Brookdale Federal Way is located in Federal Way, Washington.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Washington.

Get Financial aid guidance

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

Compare Assisted Living around Federal Way

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

Filter by care type
Brookdale Federal Way
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Federal Way
110
Facility 110
WA AVG 81
Rank #67 / 366
Yes
77
Facility 77
WA AVG 51
Rank #97 / 628
1 Bed / 2 Bed
79.1%
Facility 79.1%
WA AVG 74.4%
Rank #122 / 285
6
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 284
26
Facility 26
WA AVG 31
Rank #145 / 284
4.3
Facility 4.3
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #150 / 284
GenCare Lifestyle Federal Way
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Federal Way
85
Facility 85
WA AVG 81
Rank #147 / 366
No
79
Facility 79
WA AVG 51
Rank #84 / 628
1 Bed / 2 Bed
84.7%
Facility 84.7%
WA AVG 74.4%
Rank #78 / 285
3
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 8
Rank #119 / 284
43
Facility 43
WA AVG 31
Rank #213 / 284
14.3
Facility 14.3
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #284 / 284
New Day Senior Living
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Federal Way-No
34
Facility 34
WA AVG 51
Rank #450 / 628
1 Bed / 2 Bed-----
Six Star AFH
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

Federal Way-No
67
Facility 67
WA AVG 51
Rank #176 / 628
1 Bed / 2 Bed-----
Serene Living LLC
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Federal Way-Yes
64
Facility 64
WA AVG 51
Rank #198 / 628
1 Bed / 2 Bed-----

More homes from the same operator

Operated by Brookdale

Frequently Asked Questions about Brookdale Federal Way

Is Brookdale Federal Way in a walkable area?

Brookdale Federal Way has a walk score of 77. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the license number of Brookdale Federal Way?

According to WA state health department records, Brookdale Federal Way's license number is 2526.

When does Brookdale Federal Way's license expire?

According to WA state health department records, Brookdale Federal Way's license expires on August 31, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at Brookdale Federal Way?

Brookdale Federal Way's occupancy is 79%.

Does Brookdale Federal Way have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Brookdale Federal Way on this page.

How many beds does Brookdale Federal Way have?

Brookdale Federal Way has 110 beds.

Are there photos of Brookdale Federal Way?

Yes — there are 33 photos of Brookdale Federal Way in the photo gallery on this page.

Guides for Better Senior Living

Care Cost Calculator: See Prices in Your Area

Nursing Home Data Explorer

Don’t Wait Too Long: 7 Red Flag Signs Your Parent Needs Assisted Living Now

The True Cost of Assisted Living in 2025 – And How Families Are Paying For It

Understanding Senior Living Costs: Pricing Models, Discounts & Financial Assistance

Explore Open Rooms
1 Contact details
2 What type of senior care service are you looking for?
3 What budget do you have in mind for senior care?
4 How soon do you need to find care?
5 Additional details

Thank you for your interest!

Our team will be in touch shortly to help with next steps.