Avamere at Englewood Heights
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Yakima, WA

Avamere at Englewood Heights

Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Yakima, WA
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Avamere at Englewood Heights accepts Medicaid.

Overview of Avamere at Englewood Heights

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.

Bed community size
88-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 35 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
75%
Rank #153 / 290Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 153rd out of 290 homes in Washington for Occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Washington average, with its Statewide rank out of 290. 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.
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 Jun 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

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 year (55% above)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Latest Inspection October 30, 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. 4831 This facility has 55% more total deficiencies than a typical Washington assisted living residence (48 vs. WA avg 31).↑ 55% worse
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2023. 1610.3 This facility has 55% more deficiencies per year than a typical Washington assisted living residence (16 vs. WA avg 10.3).↑ 55% worse

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

  • The October 30, 2025 fire safety inspection found 13 deficiencies, several corrected on site, but lacked documentation for annual testing of sprinklers, alarms, and emergency lighting.
  • The April 10, 2025 complaint investigation substantiated a failed practice when staff performed CPR on a resident with a Do Not Attempt Resuscitation (DNAR) order.
  • The facility had recurring fire safety violations since July 2023, including electrical hazards and fire door issues, showing ongoing problems with maintenance and compliance documentation.

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Avamere at Englewood Heights

Studio
Studio
2 bedroom
1 Bedroom
1 Bedroom

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

Cascades of Chesterley
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IL
MC
RC
Yakima (Fruitvale)96Yes 50 Studio / 1 Bed 57.3% -3
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 281
37
Facility 37
WA AVG 31
Rank #183 / 277
12.3
Facility 12.3
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #275 / 277
Avamere at Englewood Heights
AL
MC
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Yakima88Yes 35 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed 75.0% -9
4
Facility 4
WA AVG 8
Rank #227 / 281
48
Facility 48
WA AVG 31
Rank #220 / 277
5.3
Facility 5.3
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #197 / 277
Brookdale Yakima
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Yakima82No 48 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed 82.9% A+18
11
Facility 11
WA AVG 8
Rank #275 / 281
113
Facility 113
WA AVG 31
Rank #275 / 277
6.3
Facility 6.3
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #224 / 277

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Washington

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

How many beds does Avamere at Englewood Heights have?

Avamere at Englewood Heights has 88 beds.

Are there photos of Avamere at Englewood Heights?

Yes — there are 5 photos of Avamere at Englewood Heights in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Avamere at Englewood Heights?

Avamere at Englewood Heights is located at 3710 Kern Rd, Yakima, WA 98902.

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