The Cottages of Snohomish
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Snohomish, WA

The Cottages of Snohomish

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Snohomish, WA
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The Cottages of Snohomish accepts Medicaid.

Overview of The Cottages of Snohomish

Serving older adults in the Northwest Snohomish neighborhood of Snohomish, Washington, The Cottages of Snohomish is a senior living community. It offersassisted living, memory care, and respite care. The 84-bed community is about 1 mile from the city centre. It has served residents for 9 years, which is currently home to 51 residents.

Residents can receive assisted living, memory care, or short-term respite care, so they can remain in the same community if their needs change or if temporary support is needed. Staff are available around the clock. Housekeeping and laundry services are offered here. Residents also enjoy an outdoor courtyard along with organised activities and programmes that encourage social connection and engagement.

The Cottages of Snohomish accepts Medicaid, which can help eligible families manage the cost of care. State inspections by the Washington Department of Social and Health Services have mainly reviewed medication administration, staff response to resident call systems, and documentation practices. Inspection reports have also noted that the community is clean and responsive in its daily operations.

The neighbourhood has a Walk Score of 39, making it somewhat walkable. There are several local shops and services within walking distance, but most errands and outings will require a car. When touring The Cottages of Snohomish, families should ask about daily programming and current room availability.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 84 Rank #126 / 324Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 126th out of 324 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.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Years of operating Info A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care. This is the number of years in operation under current management.
10 years
Walk Score Info Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #390 / 583Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 390th out of 583 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.
39 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available. Rank #202 / 248Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 202nd out of 248 homes we track in Washington for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Washington average, with its Statewide rank out of 248. 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.
60.7% This home usually has availability
Lower than the Washington average: 74.7%
Occupied beds
51 / 84
BBB Rating Info An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
B- Not Accredited
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeBoarding Home
StatusOperating
ExpirationDecember 31, 2026
CountySnohomish
License Number2740

Staffing

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

Leadership

ContactHarrell, Mari (per state records, record updated Jul 2026)

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

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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 2025 · 1 year of data These figures come from state-published data and the state inspection reports we hold on file. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.
9 deficiencies 5 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 2025 vs. Washington state average
Overall vs. WA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Washington average:
• Total deficiencies (71% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (60% 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. 931 This facility has 71% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Washington assisted living residence (9 vs. WA avg 31).↓ 71% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 1.84.51 This facility has 60% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Washington assisted living residence (1.8 vs. WA avg 4.51).↓ 60% 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. 59 This facility has had 44% fewer total inspections than the Washington average (5 vs. WA avg 9). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 44% fewer

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Address 1.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Snohomish's city center to The Cottages of Snohomish'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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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. 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. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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 citations (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of citations this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total citations ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Harbour Pointe Senior Living
AL
MC
RC
Mukilteo
110
Facility 110
WA AVG 78
Rank #52 / 324
Yes
52
Facility 52
WA AVG 52
Rank #298 / 583
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
84.5%
Facility 84.5%
WA AVG 74.7%
Rank #69 / 248
A+18
7
Facility 7
WA AVG 8
Rank #260 / 282
60
Facility 60
WA AVG 31
Rank #244 / 279
3.3
Facility 3.3
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #99 / 279
The Cottages of Snohomish
AL
IL
MC
Snohomish (Northwest Snohomish)
84
Facility 84
WA AVG 78
Rank #126 / 324
No
39
Facility 39
WA AVG 52
Rank #390 / 583
-
60.7%
Facility 60.7%
WA AVG 74.7%
Rank #202 / 248
B-5
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 282
9
Facility 9
WA AVG 31
Rank #42 / 279
1.8
Facility 1.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #31 / 279
Idyllic Adult Family Home
AL
RESC
RC
Snohomish (Northwest Snohomish)6 ResidentsNo
12
Facility 12
WA AVG 52
Rank #540 / 583
Private Rooms------
Royal Home Care
AL
HOS
MC
RESC
Lake Stevens-No
16
Facility 16
WA AVG 52
Rank #523 / 583
Private Rooms------
A Kind Spirit LLC
AL
MC
RESC
RC
Lake Stevens-No
4
Facility 4
WA AVG 52
Rank #569 / 583
Private Rooms------

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Washington

The Cottages of Snohomish is located in Snohomish, 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 The Cottages of Snohomish

What neighborhood is The Cottages of Snohomish in?

The Cottages of Snohomish is in the Northwest Snohomish neighborhood of Snohomish.

Is The Cottages of Snohomish in a walkable area?

The Cottages of Snohomish has a walk score of 39. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of The Cottages of Snohomish?

According to WA state health department records, The Cottages of Snohomish's license number is 2740.

When does The Cottages of Snohomish's license expire?

According to WA state health department records, The Cottages of Snohomish's license expires on December 31, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at The Cottages of Snohomish?

The Cottages of Snohomish's occupancy is 60.7%.

How long has The Cottages of Snohomish been in business?

The Cottages of Snohomish has been operating for approximately 10 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at The Cottages of Snohomish?

No, The Cottages of Snohomish has a no-pet policy.

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