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Ponderosa Retirement Center
Assisted Living & Independent Living · Yakima, WA
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Ponderosa Retirement Center

Assisted Living & Independent Living · Yakima, WA
3300 Englewood Ave, Yakima, WA 98902 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Ponderosa Retirement Center

Ponderosa Retirement Center is an assisted living and independent living community in Yakima, Washington, providing 24-hour on-site staffing to support older adults who require consistent access to care, as well as those who live more independently. Licensed in Yakima County with 85 beds, the center maintains an occupancy rate of approximately 84%, which is above the Washington state average of 72.5%. This reflects steady demand and limited availability, so interested families are encouraged to inquire early for vacancy and possible waitlist options.

The community’s inspection history includes 10 visits, higher than the Washington average, with recurring themes on deficiencies about fire safety code compliance and billing practice violations. Past complaint investigations substantiated issues related to the reporting of resident injuries, medication administration, nurse delegation, and verbal abuse, with enforcement fines issued in 2023 regarding medication and delegation errors. However, the most recent inspection on July 9, 2025, resulted in zero deficiencies, suggesting that previously cited issues have been successfully addressed. This outcome confirms that the community currently meets all licensing requirements and has achieved its cleanest regulatory report yet.

A variety of amenities, including a dining room with a rotating monthly menu, social gathering rooms, a salon and spa, and well-maintained patio grounds, are offered, along with resident laundry facilities, parking, and transportation services. The lifestyle is pet-friendly and has a diverse program schedule with musical entertainment, religious services, exercise classes, and organized shopping trips. Office hours are held Monday through Friday, while an appointment is suggested on weekends.

Ponderosa Retirement Center is a practical option for older adults in Yakima looking for a residential community that combines the flexibility of independent living with the security of assisted living support. With its large capacity and broad calendar of activities, the community is well-suited for residents who value daily variety while receiving professional care without the need to transfer.

Facility Direct Line (509) 453-1366
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Capacity and availability

Residents per day
71
Bed community size
85-bed community Rank #141 / 356Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 141st 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: 61 / 100 Rank #239 / 619Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 239th 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.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
84%
Rank #90 / 276Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 90th 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.
Higher than the Washington average: 72.5%
Occupied beds
71 / 85
Average occupied beds in Washington homes 73 beds

License Details

Facility TypeBoarding Home
CountyYakima
License Number804

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Activities
Salon
Spa
ActivitiesActivities include musical entertainment, church services, exercise classes, and shopping trips
Specific ProgramsDining Room, Gathering Spaces, Patio & Grounds, Parking & Transportation, Resident Laundry
Touring HoursMonday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Weekend Tours by appointment

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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 and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 51 deficiencies 10 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 (65% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (13% 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. 5131 This facility has 65% more total deficiencies than a typical Washington assisted living residence (51 vs. WA avg 31).↑ 65% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 5.14.51 This facility has 13% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Washington assisted living residence (5.1 vs. WA avg 4.51).↑ 13% 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. 109 This facility has had 11% more total inspections than the Washington average (10 vs. WA avg 9). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 11% more
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Address 1.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Yakima's city center to Ponderosa Retirement 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 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. 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.
Cascades of Chesterley
AL
IL
MC
RC
Yakima (Fruitvale)
96
Facility 96
WA AVG 81
Rank #113 / 356
Yes
50
Facility 50
WA AVG 51
Rank #331 / 619
Studio / 1 Bed
57.3%
Facility 57.3%
WA AVG 75%
Rank #241 / 276
-3
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 282
37
Facility 37
WA AVG 31
Rank #185 / 279
12.3
Facility 12.3
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #277 / 279
Avamere at Englewood Heights
AL
MC
RC
Yakima
88
Facility 88
WA AVG 81
Rank #137 / 356
Yes
35
Facility 35
WA AVG 51
Rank #445 / 619
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
75.0%
Facility 75.0%
WA AVG 75%
Rank #149 / 276
-9
4
Facility 4
WA AVG 8
Rank #228 / 282
48
Facility 48
WA AVG 31
Rank #221 / 279
5.3
Facility 5.3
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #197 / 279
Ponderosa Retirement Center
AL
IL
Yakima
85
Facility 85
WA AVG 81
Rank #141 / 356
No
61
Facility 61
WA AVG 51
Rank #239 / 619
-
83.5%
Facility 83.5%
WA AVG 75%
Rank #90 / 276
-10
6
Facility 6
WA AVG 8
Rank #251 / 282
51
Facility 51
WA AVG 31
Rank #227 / 279
5.1
Facility 5.1
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #189 / 279
Brookdale Yakima
AL
Yakima
82
Facility 82
WA AVG 81
Rank #159 / 356
Yes
48
Facility 48
WA AVG 51
Rank #347 / 619
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
82.9%
Facility 82.9%
WA AVG 75%
Rank #95 / 276
A+18
11
Facility 11
WA AVG 8
Rank #276 / 282
113
Facility 113
WA AVG 31
Rank #277 / 279
6.3
Facility 6.3
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #226 / 279
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Washington

Ponderosa Retirement Center is located in YAKIMA, 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 Ponderosa Retirement Center

Is Ponderosa Retirement Center in a walkable area?

Ponderosa Retirement Center has a walk score of 61. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of Ponderosa Retirement Center?

According to WA state health department records, Ponderosa Retirement Center's license number is 804.

What is the occupancy rate at Ponderosa Retirement Center?

Ponderosa Retirement Center's occupancy is 84%.

Are pets allowed at Ponderosa Retirement Center?

No, Ponderosa Retirement Center has a no-pet policy.

How many beds does Ponderosa Retirement Center have?

Ponderosa Retirement Center has 85 beds.

Has Ponderosa Retirement Center had any deficiencies?

Ponderosa Retirement Center has had 51 reported deficiencies since 2022 according to records from WA Dept. of Social and Health Services (DSHS).

Are there photos of Ponderosa Retirement Center?

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