Mirror Lake Village Senior Living Community
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Federal Way, WA

Mirror Lake Village Senior Living Community

Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Federal Way, WA
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Mirror Lake Village Senior Living Community accepts Medicaid.

Overview of Mirror Lake Village Senior Living Community

Offering assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care, Mirror Lake Village Senior Living Community is a senior living community in Federal Way, Washington. It is about 1.5 miles from the city center and approximately 2 miles from St. Francis Hospital. The four levels of care in one community can give families flexibility if a loved one’s needs change over time. The 120-bed community is in a three-story building. It currently operates at about 54% occupancy, so there is meaningful room availability for families planning a move in the near future.

Residents can choose from studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. There are also cottages with full kitchens and private garages for those who want more independence and additional living space. Amenities on-site include an exercise facility, transportation services, and a dining room. The community also welcomes pets, which can make the move feel more comfortable for residents who want to keep a companion animal.

Families can choose Medicaid, giving eligible to help cover the cost of care for eligible residents. The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 47, which is somewhat walkable. A few nearby errands can be completed on foot, although most outings are easier by car.

State inspections conducted by the Washington Department of Social and Health Services have periodically identified issues involving fire and life-safety equipment, including door and sprinkler system maintenance, as well as documentation and monitoring practices related to resident care agreements. A follow-up inspection confirmed that the previously identified issues had been addressed and corrected. This shows the community has responded to inspection findings after they have been identified.

Capacity and availability

Residents per day
65
Bed community size
120-bed community Rank #46 / 356Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 46th out of 356 homes 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 cover every community we track in Washington that reports data for that category. 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.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 47 / 100 Rank #356 / 619Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 356th out of 619 homes 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 cover every community we track in Washington that reports data for that category. 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.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
54%
Rank #248 / 276Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 248th out of 276 homes we track in Washington for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Washington average, with its Statewide rank out of 276. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Washington that reports data for that category. 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.
Lower than the Washington average: 72.5%
Occupied beds
65 / 120
Average occupied beds in Washington homes 73 beds

License Details

Facility TypeBoarding Home
StatusOperating
ExpirationFebruary 28, 2027
CountyKing
License Number2564

Staffing

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

Leadership

ContactRobinson, Cheri (per state records, record updated Jul 2026)

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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 and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 26 deficiencies 8 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 (16% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (27% 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. 2631 This facility has 16% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Washington assisted living residence (26 vs. WA avg 31).↓ 16% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 3.34.51 This facility has 27% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Washington assisted living residence (3.3 vs. WA avg 4.51).↓ 27% 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. 89 This facility has had 11% fewer total inspections than the Washington average (8 vs. WA avg 9). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 11% fewer

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Mirror Lake Village Senior Living Community

Studio
1 Bedroom
Cottage
Cottage

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Address 1.5 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Federal Way's city center to Mirror Lake Village Senior Living Community's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 2.28 miles to nearest hospital (St. Francis Hospital)

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Compare Assisted Living around Federal Way

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. 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.
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.
Brookdale Foundation House in Federal Way
AL
IL
MC
Federal Way
129
Facility 129
WA AVG 81
Rank #31 / 356
Yes
38
Facility 38
WA AVG 51
Rank #421 / 619
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
76.0%
Facility 76.0%
WA AVG 75%
Rank #144 / 276
-7
4
Facility 4
WA AVG 8
Rank #228 / 282
20
Facility 20
WA AVG 31
Rank #118 / 279
2.9
Facility 2.9
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #78 / 279
Mirror Lake Village Senior Living Community
AL
IL
MC
RC
Federal Way
120
Facility 120
WA AVG 81
Rank #46 / 356
Yes
47
Facility 47
WA AVG 51
Rank #356 / 619
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
54.2%
Facility 54.2%
WA AVG 75%
Rank #248 / 276
-8
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 282
26
Facility 26
WA AVG 31
Rank #142 / 279
3.3
Facility 3.3
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #99 / 279
Brookdale Federal Way
AL
Federal Way
110
Facility 110
WA AVG 81
Rank #66 / 356
Yes
77
Facility 77
WA AVG 51
Rank #97 / 619
1 Bed / 2 Bed
79.1%
Facility 79.1%
WA AVG 75%
Rank #124 / 276
-4
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 282
26
Facility 26
WA AVG 31
Rank #142 / 279
6.5
Facility 6.5
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #233 / 279
GenCare Lifestyle Federal Way
AL
IL
MC
RC
Federal Way
85
Facility 85
WA AVG 81
Rank #141 / 356
Yes
79
Facility 79
WA AVG 51
Rank #84 / 619
1 Bed / 2 Bed
84.7%
Facility 84.7%
WA AVG 75%
Rank #79 / 276
-3
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 8
Rank #118 / 282
43
Facility 43
WA AVG 31
Rank #206 / 279
14.3
Facility 14.3
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #279 / 279
Judson Park
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Des Moines (Marine View Drive South)
52
Facility 52
WA AVG 81
Rank #279 / 356
Yes
19
Facility 19
WA AVG 51
Rank #533 / 619
1 Bed / 2 Bed
73.1%
Facility 73.1%
WA AVG 75%
Rank #162 / 276
A+6
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 282
5
Facility 5
WA AVG 31
Rank #22 / 279
0.8
Facility 0.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #11 / 279

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Washington

Mirror Lake Village Senior Living Community is located in Federal Way, 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 Mirror Lake Village Senior Living Community

Is Mirror Lake Village Senior Living Community in a walkable area?

Mirror Lake Village Senior Living Community has a walk score of 47. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Mirror Lake Village Senior Living Community?

According to WA state health department records, Mirror Lake Village Senior Living Community's license number is 2564.

When does Mirror Lake Village Senior Living Community's license expire?

According to WA state health department records, Mirror Lake Village Senior Living Community's license expires on February 28, 2027.

What is the occupancy rate at Mirror Lake Village Senior Living Community?

Mirror Lake Village Senior Living Community's occupancy is 54%.

Are pets allowed at Mirror Lake Village Senior Living Community?

Yes, Mirror Lake Village Senior Living Community allows residents to bring their pets.

How many beds does Mirror Lake Village Senior Living Community have?

Mirror Lake Village Senior Living Community has 120 beds.

Has Mirror Lake Village Senior Living Community had any deficiencies?

Mirror Lake Village Senior Living Community has had 26 reported deficiencies since 2023 according to records from WA Dept. of Social and Health Services (DSHS).

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