Pine Ridge Alzheimer’s Special Care Center
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Nursing Care · Spokane Valley, WA

Pine Ridge Alzheimer’s Special Care Center

Assisted Living, Memory Care & Nursing Care · Spokane Valley, WA
Pine Ridge Alzheimer’s Special Care Center accepts Medicaid.
Pine Ridge Alzheimer’s Special Care Center accepts Medicaid.

Overview of Pine Ridge Alzheimer’s Special Care Center

Situated in the ethereal East Mission Avenue, Spokane Valley, WA, Pine Ridge Alzheimer’s Special Care Center is an idyllic senior living community offering companion living, memory care, and respite care. Enjoy a relaxing retirement with the cozy and sophisticated private and companion suites of Pine Ridge Alzheimer’s Special Care Center. The community takes pride in a team of reliable and highly competent professionals delivering exceptional care and support for seniors to live their lives to the fullest and keep their dignity.

The community promotes a warm and welcoming environment, paving the way for seniors to interact with their surroundings and create lasting moments. With carefully curated activities and engaging programs, residents discover new hobbies and rekindle passions for leisure and wellness. Indulge in delightful and healthy meals for dietary satisfaction. Pine Ridge Alzheimer’s Special Care Center is a haven for seniors to thrive in their golden years.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 66 Rank #184 / 324Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 184th 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.

Walk Score Info Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #367 / 583Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 367th 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.
43 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available.
69.7% This home usually has availability
Lower than the Washington average: 74.7%
Occupied beds
46 / 66

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeBoarding Home
StatusOperating
ExpirationJanuary 31, 2027
CountySpokane
License Number2513

Leadership

ContactBearden, Becky (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 2022 · 4 years 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.
42 deficiencies 14 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 1 Worse Metrics worse than Washington average:
• Total deficiencies (35% above)
1 Better Metrics better than Washington average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (33% 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. 4231 This facility has 35% more total deficiencies than a typical Washington assisted living residence (42 vs. WA avg 31).↑ 35% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 3.04.51 This facility has 33% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Washington assisted living residence (3 vs. WA avg 4.51).↓ 33% 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. 149 This facility has had 56% more total inspections than the Washington average (14 vs. WA avg 9). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 56% more

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Private / Companion Suite

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Building Type: Single-story

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Beauty Services

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Transportation Services

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Housekeeping Services

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Recreational Activities

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Exercise Programs

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Pine Ridge Alzheimer’s Special Care Center

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Address 0.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Spokane Valley's city center to Pine Ridge Alzheimer’s Special Care Center'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. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
Maplewood Gardens
AL
IL
Spokane (Logan)
208
Facility 208
WA AVG 78
Rank #3 / 324
Yes
75
Facility 75
WA AVG 52
Rank #117 / 583
Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
95.7%
Facility 95.7%
WA AVG 74.7%
Rank #38 / 248
-20
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 282
36
Facility 36
WA AVG 31
Rank #191 / 279
1.8
Facility 1.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #93 / 279
Bishop Place
AL
IL
MC
Pullman (Pioneer Hill)
121
Facility 121
WA AVG 78
Rank #34 / 324
Yes
42
Facility 42
WA AVG 52
Rank #377 / 583
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
86.8%
Facility 86.8%
WA AVG 74.7%
Rank #147 / 248
-8
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 282
52
Facility 52
WA AVG 31
Rank #66 / 279
6.5
Facility 6.5
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #99 / 279
Riverview Retirement Community
AL
CCRC
HC
HOS
IL
MC
Spokane (Logan)
110
Facility 110
WA AVG 78
Rank #52 / 324
Yes
31
Facility 31
WA AVG 52
Rank #444 / 583
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
WA AVG 74.7%
Rank #12 / 248
-9
3
Facility 3
WA AVG 8
Rank #163 / 282
9
Facility 9
WA AVG 31
Rank #29 / 279
1.0
Facility 1.0
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #20 / 279
Fairwood Retirement Village & Assisted Living
AL
IL
MC
Spokane (Fairwood)
100
Facility 100
WA AVG 78
Rank #74 / 324
No
46
Facility 46
WA AVG 52
Rank #343 / 583
1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
72.0%
Facility 72.0%
WA AVG 74.7%
Rank #146 / 248
A+5
2
Facility 2
WA AVG 8
Rank #163 / 282
43
Facility 43
WA AVG 31
Rank #66 / 279
8.6
Facility 8.6
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #145 / 279
Pine Ridge Alzheimer’s Special Care Center
AL
MC
NH
Spokane Valley
66
Facility 66
WA AVG 78
Rank #184 / 324
Yes
43
Facility 43
WA AVG 52
Rank #367 / 583
Private / Companion Suite 69.7% -143423.0

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Washington

Pine Ridge Alzheimer’s Special Care Center is located in Spokane Valley, 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 Pine Ridge Alzheimer’s Special Care Center

Is Pine Ridge Alzheimer’s Special Care Center in a walkable area?

Pine Ridge Alzheimer’s Special Care Center has a walk score of 43. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Pine Ridge Alzheimer’s Special Care Center?

According to WA state health department records, Pine Ridge Alzheimer’s Special Care Center's license number is 2513.

When does Pine Ridge Alzheimer’s Special Care Center's license expire?

According to WA state health department records, Pine Ridge Alzheimer’s Special Care Center's license expires on January 31, 2027.

What is the occupancy rate at Pine Ridge Alzheimer’s Special Care Center?

Pine Ridge Alzheimer’s Special Care Center's occupancy is 69.7%.

Are pets allowed at Pine Ridge Alzheimer’s Special Care Center?

Yes, Pine Ridge Alzheimer’s Special Care Center allows residents to bring their pets.

How many beds does Pine Ridge Alzheimer’s Special Care Center have?

Pine Ridge Alzheimer’s Special Care Center has 66 beds.

Has Pine Ridge Alzheimer’s Special Care Center had any deficiencies?

Pine Ridge Alzheimer’s Special Care Center has had 42 reported deficiencies according to records from WA Dept. of Social and Health Services (DSHS).

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