GenCare Lifestyle Tacoma at Point Ruston
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Tacoma, WA

GenCare Lifestyle Tacoma at Point Ruston

Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Tacoma, WA
GenCare Lifestyle Tacoma at Point Ruston accepts Medicaid.
GenCare Lifestyle Tacoma at Point Ruston accepts Medicaid.

Overview of GenCare Lifestyle Tacoma at Point Ruston

GenCare Lifestyle Tacoma is a multi-awarded luxury senior living community in Tacoma, Washington, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. The community features opulent apartments with convenient amenities, ranging from spacious studios to one- and two-bedroom apartments and memory care suites designed to accommodate residents requiring specialized attention. With on-site certified personal trainers, weekly housekeeping, and 24-hour care support, residents live a comfortable and well-supported life.

Committed to encouraging individuality and novel experiences, GenCare offers an extensive range of amenities, such as a wellness center, heated indoor pool, media room, and library. Residents enjoy a bistro with happy hour and live entertainment, a private dining room for family gatherings, and pet-friendly accommodations. Recognized as one of the Top 25 Senior Living Communities in North America and recipient of Best Independent Living, Best Assisted Living, and Best Memory Care awards from US News and World Report, GenCare guarantees its residents a top-notch senior living experience.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 85 Rank #102 / 285Bed count — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 102nd 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.

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

Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #130 / 439Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 130th 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.
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About This Community

Pricing & Financial Information

Urban One starting at
$4,600/Month

License Details

Facility TypeBoarding Home
StatusOperating
ExpirationDecember 31, 2026
CountyPierce
License Number2557

Ownership & Operating Entity

Profit StatusFor-profit

Safety & Compliance

Emergency SystemsEmergency pull cord system.

Leadership

ContactGonzalez, Nallely Maria (per state records, record updated Jul 2026)

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Policies & Features

HousekeepingYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Concierge
Transportation
Housekeeping
Fitness Center
Salon
Complimentary On-Site Certified Personal Trainer
Massage
And Manicure Services
ActivitiesFull calendar of activities, fun events, and local adventures
Branded ProgramsWhole Life Living™
Specific ProgramsActive Retirement, Respite Visits

Room Variety

Room TypesStudio, One-Bedroom, Two-Bedroom

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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.
4 deficiencies 4 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 (86% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (68% 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. 428.0 This facility has 86% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Washington assisted living residence (4 vs. WA avg 28).↓ 86% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 1.03.1 This facility has 68% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Washington assisted living residence (1 vs. WA avg 3.1).↓ 68% 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. 49.0 This facility has had 56% fewer total inspections than the Washington average (4 vs. WA avg 9). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 56% fewer

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Places of interest near GenCare Lifestyle Tacoma at Point Ruston

Address 4.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Tacoma's city center to GenCare Lifestyle Tacoma at Point Ruston's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 3.48 miles to nearest hospital (MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital)

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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. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. 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. 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.
Weatherly Inn Tacoma
AL
IL
MC
RC
Tacoma (West End)
130
Facility 130
WA AVG 79
Rank #18 / 285
Yes
47
Facility 47
WA AVG 50
Rank #244 / 439
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
55.4%
Facility 55.4%
WA AVG 75.8%
Rank #193 / 215
A+6
3
Facility 3
WA AVG 8
Rank #197 / 265
18
Facility 18
WA AVG 31
Rank #113 / 262
3.0
Facility 3.0
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #150 / 262
Cogir at The Narrows
AL
IL
MC
Tacoma (West End)
115
Facility 115
WA AVG 79
Rank #42 / 285
Yes
7
Facility 7
WA AVG 50
Rank #416 / 439
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
WA AVG 75.8%
Rank #1 / 215
A+7
2
Facility 2
WA AVG 8
Rank #155 / 265
14
Facility 14
WA AVG 31
Rank #88 / 262
2.0
Facility 2.0
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #83 / 262
Franke Tobey Jones
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Tacoma (West End)
101
Facility 101
WA AVG 79
Rank #66 / 285
Yes
47
Facility 47
WA AVG 50
Rank #244 / 439
-
49.5%
Facility 49.5%
WA AVG 75.8%
Rank #201 / 215
A+7
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 265
3
Facility 3
WA AVG 31
Rank #18 / 262
0.4
Facility 0.4
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #11 / 262
GenCare Lifestyle Tacoma at Point Ruston
AL
IL
MC
RC
Tacoma (West End)
85
Facility 85
WA AVG 79
Rank #102 / 285
Yes
65
Facility 65
WA AVG 50
Rank #130 / 439
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed--4
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 265
4
Facility 4
WA AVG 31
Rank #25 / 262
1.0
Facility 1.0
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #37 / 262
Brookdale Allenmore
AL
IL
Tacoma (Central Tacoma)
80
Facility 80
WA AVG 79
Rank #124 / 285
Yes
64
Facility 64
WA AVG 50
Rank #134 / 439
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
67.5%
Facility 67.5%
WA AVG 75.8%
Rank #161 / 215
A+12
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 8
Rank #110 / 265
15
Facility 15
WA AVG 31
Rank #93 / 262
1.3
Facility 1.3
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #52 / 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

GenCare Lifestyle Tacoma at Point Ruston is located in Tacoma, 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 GenCare Lifestyle Tacoma at Point Ruston

What neighborhood is GenCare Lifestyle Tacoma at Point Ruston in?

GenCare Lifestyle Tacoma at Point Ruston is in the West End neighborhood of Tacoma.

Is GenCare Lifestyle Tacoma at Point Ruston in a walkable area?

GenCare Lifestyle Tacoma at Point Ruston has a walk score of 65. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of GenCare Lifestyle Tacoma at Point Ruston?

According to WA state health department records, GenCare Lifestyle Tacoma at Point Ruston's license number is 2557.

When does GenCare Lifestyle Tacoma at Point Ruston's license expire?

According to WA state health department records, GenCare Lifestyle Tacoma at Point Ruston's license expires on December 31, 2026.

Are pets allowed at GenCare Lifestyle Tacoma at Point Ruston?

Yes, GenCare Lifestyle Tacoma at Point Ruston allows residents to bring their pets.

Does GenCare Lifestyle Tacoma at Point Ruston operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

GenCare Lifestyle Tacoma at Point Ruston is registered as a for-profit in WA.

How many beds does GenCare Lifestyle Tacoma at Point Ruston have?

GenCare Lifestyle Tacoma at Point Ruston has 85 beds.

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