Meridian at Stone Creek
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Milton, WA

Meridian at Stone Creek

Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Milton, WA
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Meridian at Stone Creek accepts Medicaid.

Overview of Meridian at Stone Creek

Meridian at Stone Creek is nestled in the charming town of Milton, Washington. This luxurious retirement community offers a picturesque setting with breathtaking views of Mount Rainier, providing seniors with a truly captivating backdrop for their golden years. They offer a range of living options, including assisted living apartments, ensuring that seniors receive the level of support that suits their unique needs. Immerse yourself in the lush surroundings, where avenues for an engaging lifestyle await, stimulating both the mind and body. From exciting outings to the tranquility of a beautifully landscaped courtyard and inviting picnic areas, every day offers new opportunities for connection and enrichment.

The community prides itself on its friendly neighborhood ambiance, where residents can choose from spacious one-bedroom homes to spectacular penthouse residences, each designed with elegance and comfort in mind. Indulge in restaurant-style dining experiences, savoring delectable meals in the company of newfound friends. Engage in a multitude of social activities, from fitness classes that invigorate the body to intellectually stimulating pursuits that keep the mind sharp. For those in need of memory care benefits, Meridian at Stone Creek provides specialized assisted living with memory care services, ensuring that residents with specific cognitive needs receive the support and attention they require.

Bed community size
188-bed community Rank #5 / 355Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 5th out of 355 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 large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Years in operation
12 years in operation
A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 3 / 100 Rank #608 / 626Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 608th 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.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: B- (Not Accredited)
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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
36%
Rank #272 / 282Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 272nd out of 282 homes in Washington for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Washington average, with its Statewide rank out of 282. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.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.
Lower than the Washington average: 72.5%
Occupied beds
67 / 188
Average occupied beds in Washington homes 73 beds

License Details

Facility TypeBoarding Home
StatusOperating
ExpirationFebruary 28, 2027
CountyKing
License Number2365

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactHallam-Noel, Shylah (per state records, record updated Jul 2026)

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Contact Information

Fax(253) 754-6750

Amenities & Lifestyle

Library
Designated Games Room
Coffee Bar
Cozy Sitting Areas
Gorgeous Garden
Exercise Classes
Organized Activities
ActivitiesDaily calendar of events and activities including bingo, book club, movie screenings, and live music
Specific Programs55+ Apartments, Financial Planning

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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 2022 · 4 years of data 130 deficiencies 29 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 2022 vs. Washington state average
Overall vs. WA average 2 Worse Metrics worse than Washington average:
• Total deficiencies (319% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (32% 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. 13031 This facility has 319% more total deficiencies than a typical Washington assisted living residence (130 vs. WA avg 31).↑ 319% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 4.53.4 This facility has 32% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Washington assisted living residence (4.5 vs. WA avg 3.4).↑ 32% 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. 299 This facility has had 222% more total inspections than the Washington average (29 vs. WA avg 9). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 222% more

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • The most recent inspection on October 15, 2025 found no deficiencies and confirmed correction of the failure to notify the Department of ownership change.
  • Multiple inspections from late 2024 through mid-2025 documented recurring and uncorrected fire safety violations, including missing inspections, propped open fire doors, and lack of required documentation.
  • Complaint investigations in 2024 and 2025 substantiated failures in resident care coordination, service agreement updates, and infection control, but all related deficiencies were corrected by follow-up inspections.

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Address 1.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Milton's city center to Meridian at Stone Creek's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.99 miles to nearest hospital (St. Francis 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 to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Meridian at Stone Creek
AL
IL
MC
RC
Milton (South 376Th Street)
188
Facility 188
WA AVG 81
Rank #5 / 355
Yes
3
Facility 3
WA AVG 51
Rank #608 / 626
- 35.6% B-29
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 282
130
Facility 130
WA AVG 31
Rank #277 / 278
4.5
Facility 4.5
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #154 / 278
Peoples Senior Living
AL
ADC
MC
Tacoma (Eastside)
145
Facility 145
WA AVG 81
Rank #18 / 355
No
50
Facility 50
WA AVG 51
Rank #329 / 626
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed 46.2% -5
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 8
Rank #118 / 282
4
Facility 4
WA AVG 31
Rank #18 / 278
0.8
Facility 0.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #11 / 278
The Village Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
RC
Tacoma (South Tacoma)
110
Facility 110
WA AVG 81
Rank #66 / 355
Yes
51
Facility 51
WA AVG 51
Rank #320 / 626
Suite--1
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 282
5
Facility 5
WA AVG 31
Rank #22 / 278
5.0
Facility 5.0
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #176 / 278
GenCare Lifestyle Tacoma at Point Ruston
AL
IL
MC
RC
Tacoma (West End)
85
Facility 85
WA AVG 81
Rank #141 / 355
Yes
65
Facility 65
WA AVG 51
Rank #189 / 626
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed 98.8% -2
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 282
4
Facility 4
WA AVG 31
Rank #18 / 278
2.0
Facility 2.0
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #40 / 278
eliseo
AL
IL
MC
Tacoma (West End)
71
Facility 71
WA AVG 81
Rank #195 / 355
Yes
20
Facility 20
WA AVG 51
Rank #526 / 626
1 Bed / 2 Bed / Semi-Private Rooms 71.8% -4
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 8
Rank #118 / 282
11
Facility 11
WA AVG 31
Rank #54 / 278
2.8
Facility 2.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #70 / 278

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Washington

Meridian at Stone Creek is located in Milton, 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 Meridian at Stone Creek

What neighborhood is Meridian at Stone Creek in?

Meridian at Stone Creek is in the South 376th Street neighborhood of Milton.

Is Meridian at Stone Creek in a walkable area?

Meridian at Stone Creek has a walk score of 3. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Meridian at Stone Creek?

According to WA state health department records, Meridian at Stone Creek's license number is 2365.

When does Meridian at Stone Creek's license expire?

According to WA state health department records, Meridian at Stone Creek's license expires on February 28, 2027.

What is the occupancy rate at Meridian at Stone Creek?

Meridian at Stone Creek's occupancy is 36%.

How long has Meridian at Stone Creek been in business?

Meridian at Stone Creek has been operating for approximately 12 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Meridian at Stone Creek?

Yes, Meridian at Stone Creek allows residents to bring their pets.

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