Hillcrest Assisted Living
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Yakima, WA

Hillcrest Assisted Living

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Yakima, WA

Overview of Hillcrest Assisted Living

Owned by Paul Emmans, Hillcrest Assisted Living is a 50-bed community at 3801 Summitview Avenue in Yakima, Washington. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, so families have flexible coverage options for short-term rehabilitation or longer-term care stays. The facility’s occupancy rate is 83%.

Residents stay an average of 145 days, which includes rehabilitation admissions and ongoing care needs. The surrounding area has a score of 61 out of 100 for walkability, so some errands can be handled on foot. However, most trips require a short drive.

Providing ongoing support throughout the day, the facility averages roughly 4 hours and 32 minutes of nursing care per resident. Registered nurses are on staff. Licensed practical nurses, certified nursing assistants, and 24-hour coverage are also part of the care model. Rehabilitation services are available, along with short-term rehab programs. Families needing temporary support can avail respite care services. Residents receive medication management, laundry services, and assistance with transportation arrangements.

Meals are prepared and served by staff familiar with residents’ preferences. Through monthly participation, residents help decide on menu selections. Housekeeping services are provided. The community also has a beauty and barber shop for grooming and personal care needs.

Over the past three years, inspections have found the facility free of deficiencies in most reviews. Some notes involving fire safety systems were identified, and management has addressed them. Families touring the home should ask how ongoing safety measures and maintenance systems are handled.

Bed community size
50-bed community Rank #284 / 356Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 284th out of 356 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: 61 / 100 Rank #239 / 618Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 239th out of 618 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.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeBoarding Home
StatusOp
CountyYakima
License Number2604
CMS Certification Number505409

Therapy & Rehabilitation

3 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Laundry
Housekeeping
Salon

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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 8 deficiencies 3 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 (74% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (21% 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. 831 This facility has 74% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Washington assisted living residence (8 vs. WA avg 31).↓ 74% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 2.73.4 This facility has 21% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Washington assisted living residence (2.7 vs. WA avg 3.4).↓ 21% 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. 39 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

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Address 1.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Yakima's city center to Hillcrest 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 to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

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82
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WA AVG 81
Rank #159 / 356
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Hillcrest Assisted Living
AL
MC
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50
Facility 50
WA AVG 81
Rank #284 / 356
No
61
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WA AVG 51
Rank #239 / 618
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Facility 2.7
WA AVG 3.4
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Washington

Hillcrest Assisted Living 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 Hillcrest Assisted Living

Is Hillcrest Assisted Living in a walkable area?

Hillcrest Assisted Living has a walk score of 61. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of Hillcrest Assisted Living?

According to WA state health department records, Hillcrest Assisted Living's license number is 2604.

Are pets allowed at Hillcrest Assisted Living?

No, Hillcrest Assisted Living has a no-pet policy.

How many beds does Hillcrest Assisted Living have?

Hillcrest Assisted Living has 50 beds.

Has Hillcrest Assisted Living had any deficiencies?

Hillcrest Assisted Living has had 8 reported deficiencies since 2023 according to records from WA Dept. of Social and Health Services (DSHS).

Are there photos of Hillcrest Assisted Living?

Yes — there are 4 photos of Hillcrest Assisted Living in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Hillcrest Assisted Living?

Hillcrest Assisted Living is located at 3801 Summitview Ave, Yakima, WA 98902.

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