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

Avamere at Englewood Heights

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

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 88 Rank #112 / 324Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 112th out of 324 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Washington that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Walk Score Info Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #420 / 583Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 420th out of 583 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Washington that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
35 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy between 85% and 95% suggests balanced demand. Rank #131 / 248Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 131st out of 248 homes we track in Washington for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Washington average, with its Statewide rank out of 248. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Washington that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
86.4% This home usually has limited availability
Higher than the Washington average: 74.7%
Occupied beds
76 / 88

About this community

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 Jul 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 These figures come from state-published data and the state inspection reports we hold on file. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.
22 deficiencies 12 inspections

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 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Washington average:
• Total deficiencies (29% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (60% below)

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. 2231 This facility has 29% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Washington assisted living residence (22 vs. WA avg 31).↓ 29% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 1.84.51 This facility has 60% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Washington assisted living residence (1.8 vs. WA avg 4.51).↓ 60% better

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 inspections conducted at this facility. 129 This facility has had 33% more total inspections than the Washington average (12 vs. WA avg 9). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 33% more

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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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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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. 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.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Inspection events categorized as complaint-related by the state regulator.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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.
Cascades of Chesterley
AL
IL
MC
RC
Yakima (Fruitvale)
96
Facility 96
WA AVG 78
Rank #93 / 324
Yes
50
Facility 50
WA AVG 52
Rank #315 / 583
Studio / 1 Bed
57.3%
Facility 57.3%
WA AVG 74.7%
Rank #217 / 248
-2
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 282
25
Facility 25
WA AVG 31
Rank #185 / 279
12.5
Facility 12.5
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #277 / 279
Avamere at Englewood Heights
AL
MC
RC
Yakima
88
Facility 88
WA AVG 78
Rank #112 / 324
Yes
35
Facility 35
WA AVG 52
Rank #420 / 583
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
86.4%
Facility 86.4%
WA AVG 74.7%
Rank #131 / 248
-12
4
Facility 4
WA AVG 8
Rank #228 / 282
22
Facility 22
WA AVG 31
Rank #221 / 279
1.8
Facility 1.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #197 / 279
Brookdale Yakima
AL
Yakima
82
Facility 82
WA AVG 78
Rank #133 / 324
Yes
48
Facility 48
WA AVG 52
Rank #328 / 583
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
86.6%
Facility 86.6%
WA AVG 74.7%
Rank #83 / 248
A+24
9
Facility 9
WA AVG 8
Rank #276 / 282
90
Facility 90
WA AVG 31
Rank #277 / 279
3.8
Facility 3.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #226 / 279

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Washington

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

Is Avamere at Englewood Heights in a walkable area?

Avamere at Englewood Heights has a walk score of 35. Car-dependent. 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 86.4%.

Are pets allowed at Avamere at Englewood Heights?

Yes, Avamere at Englewood Heights allows residents to bring their pets.

How many beds does Avamere at Englewood Heights have?

Avamere at Englewood Heights has 88 beds.

Has Avamere at Englewood Heights had any deficiencies?

Avamere at Englewood Heights has had 22 reported deficiencies according to records from WA Dept. of Social and Health Services (DSHS).

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