Mary Schwartz Summit
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Seattle, WA

Mary Schwartz Summit

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Seattle, WA

Overview of Mary Schwartz Summit

Nestled in the neighborhood of Seattle, WA, Mary Schwartz Summit is an exceptional senior living community, offering various residential options, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Known as the only Jewish senior living community in Washington, the community provides a supportive environment that not only nurtures residents’ well-being but also embraces Jewish culture. Here, residents enjoy the comfort of having round the clock nurses and caregivers devoted to helping them uphold their dignity and independence even as their needs continue to change.

The community thoughtfully designed its environment to foster connections, staying active, and vibrant living – offering an array of interesting and enriching social, educational, and recreational activities, such as wellness programs, in-house lectures, music lessons, and more. Three gourmet meals are served daily in an elegant dining room that encourages residents to bond over meals and share meaningful conversations. With comprehensive care, friendly care professionals, and a nurturing environment, Mary Schwartz Summit makes an ideal choice for those seeking an exceptional retirement experience.

Walk Score
Walk Score: 99 / 100 Rank #1 / 626Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1st 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.
Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

Additional Services

1 service
Memory Support

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsBistro Nights, Wellness Programs, Life at the Summit, Faces of the Summit, Information Request
Touring HoursMonday-Friday: 8am-5pm

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What does this home offer?

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No pets allowed

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Room Sizes: 590-725 / 880-1350 sq. ft

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: High-rise

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Managed by Min An

Nursing Home Administrator

30 years of experience

Min An is a licensed Nursing Home Administrator with 30 years of experience in long-term care. Since 2010, she has served as Chief Operating Officer at Kline Galland, overseeing long-term care, hospice, palliative, home care, and home health services. Min also taught quality assurance and improvement courses for Nursing Leadership and Management in Long Term Care at the University of Washington. She holds a bachelor’s degree in nursing from Seattle University and completed the Geriatric Nurse Practitioner program at the University of Washington.

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Mary Schwartz Summit

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Address 0.7 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Seattle's city center to Mary Schwartz Summit'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.

Ida Culver House Broadview
AL
IL
MC
Seattle (Broadview)
104
Facility 104
WA AVG 81
Rank #83 / 355
No
58
Facility 58
WA AVG 51
Rank #271 / 626
Studio / Cottage / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed 82.7% -6
2
Facility 2
WA AVG 8
Rank #163 / 282
17
Facility 17
WA AVG 31
Rank #94 / 278
2.8
Facility 2.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #70 / 278
Empress Senior Living at Laurelhurst
AL
MC
Seattle (Hawthorne Hills)
73
Facility 73
WA AVG 81
Rank #191 / 355
Yes
78
Facility 78
WA AVG 51
Rank #90 / 626
Studio / 1 Bed 72.6% -5
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 282
19
Facility 19
WA AVG 31
Rank #110 / 278
3.8
Facility 3.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #122 / 278
Quail Park Memory Care Residences of West Seattle
AL
MC
Seattle (Junction)
66
Facility 66
WA AVG 81
Rank #211 / 355
No
97
Facility 97
WA AVG 51
Rank #12 / 626
330 / 369 / 372 / 376 / 446 / 480 sq. ft 86.4% -7
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 282
19
Facility 19
WA AVG 31
Rank #110 / 278
2.7
Facility 2.7
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #65 / 278
Mirabella Seattle
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Seattle (South Lake Union)
63
Facility 63
WA AVG 81
Rank #227 / 355
No
99
Facility 99
WA AVG 51
Rank #1 / 626
1 Bed / 2 Bed 46.0% A+6
2
Facility 2
WA AVG 8
Rank #163 / 282
43
Facility 43
WA AVG 31
Rank #206 / 278
7.2
Facility 7.2
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #245 / 278
Mary Schwartz Summit
AL
IL
MC
Seattle (Downtown Seattle)-No
99
Facility 99
WA AVG 51
Rank #1 / 626
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Washington

Mary Schwartz Summit is located in Seattle, 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).
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 Mary Schwartz Summit

What neighborhood is Mary Schwartz Summit in?

Mary Schwartz Summit is in the Downtown Seattle neighborhood.

Is Mary Schwartz Summit in a walkable area?

Mary Schwartz Summit has a walk score of 99. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

Does Mary Schwartz Summit have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Mary Schwartz Summit on this page.

Are pets allowed at Mary Schwartz Summit?

No, Mary Schwartz Summit has a no-pet policy.

Are there photos of Mary Schwartz Summit?

Yes — there are 7 photos of Mary Schwartz Summit in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Mary Schwartz Summit?

Mary Schwartz Summit is located at 1200 University St, Seattle, WA 98101.

What is the phone number of Mary Schwartz Summit?

(206) 652-4444 will put you in contact with the team at Mary Schwartz Summit.

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