Fairwood Retirement Village & Assisted Living
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Spokane, WA

Fairwood Retirement Village & Assisted Living

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Spokane, WA
Fairwood Retirement Village & Assisted Living accepts Medicaid.
Fairwood Retirement Village & Assisted Living accepts Medicaid.

Overview of Fairwood Retirement Village & Assisted Living

Peacefully nestled near Waikiki Springs Trailhead in Spokane, WA, Fairwood Retirement Village & Assisted Living is a blissful retreat that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Alongside specially designed and spacious accommodations, exceptional care is also provided to ensure residents’ comfort and safety. Here, residents experience maintenance-free living with housekeeping and laundry services.

Promoting an active and vibrant lifestyle, a carefully curated calendar of engaging programs and exciting events is conducted. Delectable and well-balanced meals are also prepared, catering to residents’ dietary needs and preferences. The community’s assisted living and memory care accommodations are separated from independent living homes, ensuring residents maintain their independence without worries.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A mid-sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities. 100 Rank #68 / 285Bed count — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 68th out of 285 assisted living communities 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 compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Washington that reports data for that category. Assisted living 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.

Medium-capacity home · Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Years of operating Info A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #10 / 96Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 10th out of 96 assisted living communities we track in Washington for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Washington facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Washington that reports data for that category. Assisted living 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.
38 years
Walk Score Info Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #250 / 439Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 250th out of 439 assisted living communities 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 compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Washington that reports data for that category. Assisted living 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.
46 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available. Rank #137 / 215Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 137th out of 215 assisted living communities we track in Washington for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Washington average, with its Statewide rank out of 215. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Washington that reports data for that category. Assisted living 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.
72% This home usually has availability
Similar to the Washington average: 75.8%
Occupied beds
72 / 100
BBB Rating Info An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
A+ Accredited
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeBoarding Home
StatusOp
ExpirationJanuary 31, 2027
CountySpokane
License Number1989

Leadership

ContactKnutson, Riley J. (per state records, record updated Aug 2026)

Staff Details

Total Employees
44
Part-Time Employees
44

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Amenities & Lifestyle

Swimming Pool
Activities
Dining
Transportation
Specific ProgramsAssisted Living & Memory Care
Touring HoursMonday-Friday: 9am-5pm, Saturday-Sunday: Closed

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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.
43 deficiencies 5 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 2 Worse Metrics worse than Washington average:
• Total deficiencies (54% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (177% 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. 4328.0 This facility has 54% more total deficiencies than a typical Washington assisted living residence (43 vs. WA avg 28).↑ 54% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 8.63.1 This facility has 177% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Washington assisted living residence (8.6 vs. WA avg 3.1).↑ 177% 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 inspections conducted at this facility. 59.0 This facility has had 44% fewer total inspections than the Washington average (5 vs. WA avg 9). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 44% fewer

What does this home offer?

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No pets allowed

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed

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Building Type: 2-story

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Transportation Services

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Housekeeping Services

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Social and Recreational Activities

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Exercise Programs

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Address 8.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Spokane's city center to Fairwood Retirement Village & Assisted Living'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. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
Maplewood Gardens
AL
IL
Spokane (Logan)
208
Facility 208
WA AVG 79
Rank #3 / 285
Yes
75
Facility 75
WA AVG 50
Rank #86 / 439
Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
95.7%
Facility 95.7%
WA AVG 75.8%
Rank #13 / 215
-20
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 265
36
Facility 36
WA AVG 31
Rank #185 / 262
1.8
Facility 1.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #65 / 262
Riverview Retirement Community
AL
CCRC
HC
HOS
IL
MC
Spokane (Logan)
110
Facility 110
WA AVG 79
Rank #47 / 285
Yes
31
Facility 31
WA AVG 50
Rank #318 / 439
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
WA AVG 75.8%
Rank #1 / 215
-9
3
Facility 3
WA AVG 8
Rank #197 / 265
9
Facility 9
WA AVG 31
Rank #56 / 262
1.0
Facility 1.0
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #37 / 262
Fairwood Retirement Village & Assisted Living
AL
IL
MC
Spokane (Fairwood)
100
Facility 100
WA AVG 79
Rank #68 / 285
No
46
Facility 46
WA AVG 50
Rank #250 / 439
1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
72.0%
Facility 72.0%
WA AVG 75.8%
Rank #137 / 215
A+5
2
Facility 2
WA AVG 8
Rank #155 / 265
43
Facility 43
WA AVG 31
Rank #210 / 262
8.6
Facility 8.6
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #253 / 262
Royal Park Retirement Center
AL
IL
Spokane (Shiloh Hills)
100
Facility 100
WA AVG 79
Rank #68 / 285
Yes
66
Facility 66
WA AVG 50
Rank #127 / 439
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
87.0%
Facility 87.0%
WA AVG 75.8%
Rank #50 / 215
A+3
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 265
46
Facility 46
WA AVG 31
Rank #215 / 262
15.3
Facility 15.3
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #262 / 262
Brighton Court Assisted Living
AL
MC
Spokane Valley (Opportunity)
55
Facility 55
WA AVG 79
Rank #209 / 285
No
44
Facility 44
WA AVG 50
Rank #261 / 439
-
78.2%
Facility 78.2%
WA AVG 75.8%
Rank #106 / 215
A+10
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 265
33
Facility 33
WA AVG 31
Rank #176 / 262
3.3
Facility 3.3
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #166 / 262

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other WA assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Washington

Fairwood Retirement Village & Assisted Living is located in Spokane, 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 Fairwood Retirement Village & Assisted Living

What neighborhood is Fairwood Retirement Village & Assisted Living in?

Fairwood Retirement Village & Assisted Living is in the Fairwood neighborhood of Spokane.

Is Fairwood Retirement Village & Assisted Living in a walkable area?

Fairwood Retirement Village & Assisted Living has a walk score of 46. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Fairwood Retirement Village & Assisted Living?

According to WA state health department records, Fairwood Retirement Village & Assisted Living's license number is 1989.

When does Fairwood Retirement Village & Assisted Living's license expire?

According to WA state health department records, Fairwood Retirement Village & Assisted Living's license expires on January 31, 2027.

What is the occupancy rate at Fairwood Retirement Village & Assisted Living?

Fairwood Retirement Village & Assisted Living's occupancy is 72%.

How long has Fairwood Retirement Village & Assisted Living been in business?

Fairwood Retirement Village & Assisted Living has been operating for approximately 38 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Fairwood Retirement Village & Assisted Living?

No, Fairwood Retirement Village & Assisted Living has a no-pet policy.

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