Jefferson House Memory Care Community
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Kirkland, WA

Jefferson House Memory Care Community

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Kirkland, WA
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Jefferson House Memory Care Community accepts Medicaid.

Overview of Jefferson House Memory Care Community

Located in Kirkland, Washington, Jefferson House is an excellent senior living community that offers memory care. Residents reside in well-appointed apartments and are treated with dignity and compassion by a professional and friendly team of licensed nurses and caregivers, available to offer support and assistance anytime of the day. Advance security systems are installed in every apartment to ensure residents are provided quick response during emergencies or whenever they need assistance.

The community curates meaningful memories and experiences with the help of its diverse calendar of activities and engaging programs, as well as an array of fun amenities. Residents can explore the beautiful features of Main Street where they’ll find a post office, an old fashioned ice cream shop, music hall, and general store, igniting wonderful memories of times gone by. Amenities like a salon, sunroom & veranda, a cabin, and club room offers a memorable space for relaxation, reminiscing, and socialization. Here, residents are encouraged to relieve their best memories from the past.

Bed community size
80-bed community Rank #165 / 357Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 165th out of 357 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: 69 / 100 Rank #164 / 626Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 164th out of 626 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.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
94%
Rank #29 / 284Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 29th out of 284 homes in Washington for Occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Washington average, with its Statewide rank out of 284. 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.
Higher than the Washington average: 72.5%
Occupied beds
75 / 80
Average occupied beds in Washington homes 73 beds

License Details

Facility TypeBoarding Home
StatusOperating
ExpirationAugust 31, 2026
CountyKing
License Number2548

Ownership & Operating Entity

Profit StatusFor-profit

Staffing

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

Leadership

ContactLince, Heather (per state records, record updated Jun 2026)

Memory & Specialized Care

1 service
No Alzheimer's certification

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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 53 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 (71% above)
• Deficiencies per year (72% above)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Latest Inspection August 12, 2025 Life Safety

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. 5331 This facility has 71% more total deficiencies than a typical Washington assisted living residence (53 vs. WA avg 31).↑ 71% worse
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2023. 17.710.3 This facility has 72% more deficiencies per year than a typical Washington assisted living residence (17.7 vs. WA avg 10.3).↑ 72% worse

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

  • August 12, 2025 fire safety inspection found 12 deficiencies including propped open fire-rated doors, missing delayed exit signs, and lack of kitchen suppression servicing documentation.
  • October 3, 2024 re-inspection cited 22 fire safety documentation failures, unsecured oxygen cylinder, and multiple fire door malfunctions, with several items remaining uncorrected.
  • September 6, 2024 follow-up inspection found no deficiencies after correcting prior licensing violations related to weight loss notification and other care issues.

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Housing Options: Private / Shared Suite

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Building Type: 3-story

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Address 2.9 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Kirkland's city center to Jefferson House Memory Care Community's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Kirkland

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

Madison House Assisted Living Community
AL
IL
Kirkland (Totem Lake)
100
Facility 100
WA AVG 81
Rank #91 / 357
Yes
68
Facility 68
WA AVG 51
Rank #169 / 626
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed--6
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 281
32
Facility 32
WA AVG 31
Rank #170 / 277
5.3
Facility 5.3
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #197 / 277
Jefferson House Memory Care Community
AL
IL
MC
Kirkland (Totem Lake)
80
Facility 80
WA AVG 81
Rank #165 / 357
No
69
Facility 69
WA AVG 51
Rank #164 / 626
Private / Shared Suite 93.8% -6
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 8
Rank #118 / 281
53
Facility 53
WA AVG 31
Rank #232 / 277
8.8
Facility 8.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #259 / 277
Aegis Living Kirkland
AL
HOS
MC
RC
Kirkland (Totem Lake)
45
Facility 45
WA AVG 81
Rank #304 / 357
No
76
Facility 76
WA AVG 51
Rank #107 / 626
- 82.2% C+7
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 281
42
Facility 42
WA AVG 31
Rank #199 / 277
6.0
Facility 6.0
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #215 / 277
Golden Cottage Adult Family Home
AL
RESC
Kirkland (Kingsgate)-No
65
Facility 65
WA AVG 51
Rank #189 / 626
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Benevolent Adult Family Homes
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HOS
RESC
Ne Kirkland (South Juanita)-No
56
Facility 56
WA AVG 51
Rank #281 / 626
Semi-Private Rooms / Studio / Apartment------

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Washington

Jefferson House Memory Care Community is located in Kirkland, 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).
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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.
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 Jefferson House Memory Care Community

What neighborhood is Jefferson House Memory Care Community in?

Jefferson House Memory Care Community is in the Totem Lake neighborhood of Kirkland.

Is Jefferson House Memory Care Community in a walkable area?

Jefferson House Memory Care Community has a walk score of 69. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of Jefferson House Memory Care Community?

According to WA state health department records, Jefferson House Memory Care Community's license number is 2548.

When does Jefferson House Memory Care Community's license expire?

According to WA state health department records, Jefferson House Memory Care Community's license expires on August 31, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at Jefferson House Memory Care Community?

Jefferson House Memory Care Community's occupancy is 94%.

Does Jefferson House Memory Care Community operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Jefferson House Memory Care Community is registered as a for-profit in WA.

How many beds does Jefferson House Memory Care Community have?

Jefferson House Memory Care Community has 80 beds.

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