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Hearthstone Senior Living
Hearthstone Senior Living is a premier senior living community in Ellensburg, Washington, offering independent and assisted living services to those 55+ in Kittitas County. It is proud to be named the Best Senior Living community of Kittitas County for 2025, a prestigious local honor that highlights its strong reputation. With a 69-bed capacity, the community currently maintains a 71% occupancy rate, which is consistent with the Washington state average, indicating open availability.
Across three visits, the DSHS inspection history shows a positive record of compliance. During the most recent inspection on October 9, 2025, only one deficiency was identified, which is significantly lower than the state average of 31. These specific citations involved fire sprinkler leaks and a failed dry trip test, both of which were repaired while proper fire watches were maintained. A previous inspection in January 2025 also cited a single documentation issue regarding sprinkler testing, and an earlier investigation addressed one substantiated concern regarding assistance with compression stockings. With no history of fines, license actions, or immediate jeopardy findings, this community demonstrates a high standard of management and safety.
The community’s programming includes classes, social events, and restaurant-style dining. With an age requirement of 55+, the community is an ideal bridge for active older adults moving away from homeownership, as well as those who require daily physical support. While specific lists of features are best discussed with the staff, the core services focus on maintaining a vibrant and supportive lifestyle.
Hearthstone Senior Living is an excellent match for older adults in Ellensburg and Kittitas County who value an award-winning community with a proven track record of regulatory excellence. With both independent living and assisted living, combined with its central location, the community is a compelling choice for families in the region.
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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.
Inspection Scorecard
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 2024 vs. Washington state average• Total deficiencies (94% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (84% below)
Deficiencies
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Total deficiencies
| 2 | 31 | This facility has 94% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Washington assisted living residence (2 vs. WA avg 31).↓ 94% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 0.7 | 4.51 | This facility has 84% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Washington assisted living residence (0.7 vs. WA avg 4.51).↓ 84% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | WA Average | vs. WA Avg |
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Total inspections
| 3 | 9 | This facility has had 67% fewer total inspections than the Washington average (3 vs. WA avg 9). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 67% fewer |
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Hearthstone Senior Living
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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.
Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
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.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Inspection events categorized as complaint-related by the state regulator.
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Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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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.
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| Hearthstone Senior Living | AL IL | Ellensburg | 69
Facility
69
WA AVG
81
Rank
#205 / 356 | Yes |
92
Facility
92
WA AVG
51
Rank
#33 / 619 | - |
71.0%
Facility
71.0%
WA AVG
75%
Rank
#180 / 276 | - | 3 | 1
Facility
1
WA AVG
8
Rank
#118 / 282 | 2
Facility
2
WA AVG
31
Rank
#8 / 279 | 0.7
Facility
0.7
WA AVG
3.4
Rank
#8 / 279 |
| Avista Senior Living Ellensburg | AL RC | Ellensburg | 36
Facility
36
WA AVG
81
Rank
#326 / 356 | Yes |
30
Facility
30
WA AVG
51
Rank
#479 / 619 | Studio | - | A+ | 8 | 0
Facility
0
WA AVG
8
Rank
#1 / 282 | - | - |
Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Washington
Hearthstone Senior Living is located in Ellensburg, Washington State.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Hearthstone Senior Living
Is Hearthstone Senior Living in a walkable area?
Hearthstone Senior Living has a walk score of 92. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.
What is the license number of Hearthstone Senior Living?
According to WA state health department records, Hearthstone Senior Living's license number is 2711.
What is the occupancy rate at Hearthstone Senior Living?
Hearthstone Senior Living's occupancy is 71%.
Does Hearthstone Senior Living have different floorplan options?
Yes — see the floorplan options available at Hearthstone Senior Living on this page.
Are pets allowed at Hearthstone Senior Living?
Yes, Hearthstone Senior Living allows residents to bring their pets.
How many beds does Hearthstone Senior Living have?
Hearthstone Senior Living has 69 beds.
Has Hearthstone Senior Living had any deficiencies?
Hearthstone Senior Living has had 2 reported deficiencies since 2024 according to records from WA Dept. of Social and Health Services (DSHS).
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