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Deer Ridge Memory Care Community
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Puyallup, WA
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Deer Ridge Memory Care Community

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Puyallup, WA
3901 5Th St Se, Puyallup, WA 98374 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
Deer Ridge Memory Care Community accepts Medicaid.
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Overview of Deer Ridge Memory Care Community

Burrowed in Puyallup, Washington, Deer Ridge is an invigorating senior living community that provides an engaging space for memory care. The community helps seniors dealing with memory loss to reconnect to their treasured memories and find a sense of purpose with their wide array of enriching activities and programming. Residents age in place in a secure and comfortable residence built with advanced safety systems such as window sensors, pull-cords, and motion sensors, to ensure their needs are met immediately.

Leave the worries of chores behind and focus on creating new memories and improving your abilities with the help of convenient services, such as housekeeping, maintenance, and transportation. Residents can look forward to delicious and nutritious meals that are prepared by a dedicated culinary team that carefully considers individual dietary needs and tastes. Amenities include intentionally placed time-specific elements, shadow boxes, club room, fully-contained courtyard, fountain, garden beds, salon, sunroom & veranda.

Facility Direct Line (253) 446-7892
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Bed community size
70-bed community Rank #199 / 355Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 199th out of 355 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 moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 68 / 100 Rank #169 / 626Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 169th 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
60%
Rank #226 / 282Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 226th out of 282 homes in Washington for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Washington average, with its Statewide rank out of 282. 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.
Lower than the Washington average: 72.5%
Occupied beds
42 / 70
Average occupied beds in Washington homes 73 beds

License Details

Facility TypeBoarding Home
StatusOperating
ExpirationJune 30, 2027
CountyPierce
License Number2578

Staffing

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Leadership

ContactMiller, Tara (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 2022 · 4 years of data 47 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 2022 vs. Washington state average
Overall vs. WA average 1 Worse Metrics worse than Washington average:
• Total deficiencies (52% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.

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. 4731 This facility has 52% more total deficiencies than a typical Washington assisted living residence (47 vs. WA avg 31).↑ 52% worse

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

  • The most recent inspection on October 15, 2025 found no deficiencies, confirming correction of prior failures in abuse investigations and preadmission assessments.
  • Multiple inspections from 2022 through 2025 repeatedly cited failure to investigate resident falls, accidents, and abuse allegations, resulting in harm, recurring deficiencies, and civil fines totaling at least $1,900.
  • Fire and life safety violations remained uncorrected as of May and August 2023, including missing documentation for sprinkler testing, fire door inspections, and emergency generator tests.
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No pets allowed

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Housing Options: Suite

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Building Type: Single-story

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Address 2.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Puyallup's city center to Deer Ridge Memory Care Community'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 to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

The Rivers at Puyallup
AL
MC
Nw Puyallup
120
Facility 120
WA AVG 81
Rank #46 / 355
Yes
93
Facility 93
WA AVG 51
Rank #24 / 626
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed 67.5% -20
9
Facility 9
WA AVG 8
Rank #271 / 282
69
Facility 69
WA AVG 31
Rank #258 / 278
3.5
Facility 3.5
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #111 / 278
Brookdale Courtyard Puyallup
AL
Puyallup (Willow Gardens)
120
Facility 120
WA AVG 81
Rank #46 / 355
Yes
43
Facility 43
WA AVG 51
Rank #387 / 626
Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed 65.0% -4
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 8
Rank #118 / 282
22
Facility 22
WA AVG 31
Rank #124 / 278
5.5
Facility 5.5
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #206 / 278
Bonaventure of Puyallup
AL
IL
MC
E Puyallup
109
Facility 109
WA AVG 81
Rank #75 / 355
No
49
Facility 49
WA AVG 51
Rank #334 / 626
1 Bed / 2 Bed 79.8% A+12
4
Facility 4
WA AVG 8
Rank #228 / 282
22
Facility 22
WA AVG 31
Rank #124 / 278
1.8
Facility 1.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #31 / 278
Deer Ridge Memory Care Community
AL
MC
Puyallup (5Th Street Southeast)
70
Facility 70
WA AVG 81
Rank #199 / 355
No
68
Facility 68
WA AVG 51
Rank #169 / 626
Suite 60.0% -19
10
Facility 10
WA AVG 8
Rank #273 / 282
47
Facility 47
WA AVG 31
Rank #217 / 278
2.5
Facility 2.5
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #59 / 278
Wesley Bradley Park
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NH
SNF
Se Puyallup (39Th Avenue Southeast)
23
Facility 23
WA AVG 81
Rank #343 / 355
Yes
45
Facility 45
WA AVG 51
Rank #368 / 626
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed 73.9% -1
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 282
3
Facility 3
WA AVG 31
Rank #13 / 278
3.0
Facility 3.0
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #84 / 278
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Washington

Deer Ridge Memory Care Community is located in Puyallup, 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).
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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 Deer Ridge Memory Care Community

What neighborhood is Deer Ridge Memory Care Community in?

Deer Ridge Memory Care Community is in the 5th Street Southeast neighborhood of Puyallup.

Is Deer Ridge Memory Care Community in a walkable area?

Deer Ridge Memory Care Community has a walk score of 68. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of Deer Ridge Memory Care Community?

According to WA state health department records, Deer Ridge Memory Care Community's license number is 2578.

When does Deer Ridge Memory Care Community's license expire?

According to WA state health department records, Deer Ridge Memory Care Community's license expires on June 30, 2027.

What is the occupancy rate at Deer Ridge Memory Care Community?

Deer Ridge Memory Care Community's occupancy is 60%.

Are pets allowed at Deer Ridge Memory Care Community?

No, Deer Ridge Memory Care Community has a no-pet policy.

How many beds does Deer Ridge Memory Care Community have?

Deer Ridge Memory Care Community has 70 beds.

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