Life Care Center of Federal Way is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center. The upscale nursing home aims to change the meaning of skilled nursing and rehabilitation for seniors through the exceptional level of care that is delivered by their patient-friendly staff as an approach to offer the best care possible for their residents. Life Care Center can be trusted as a safe and secure community that cares for every patient’s needs.
Convenience and hassle-free living is the center of Life Care Center services: medication management, post-surgical care, and wound care; as well as their 24-hour skilled nursing care services provide compassionate care as it is their utmost priority. Other services include 24/7 easy admissions, fall prevention, IV therapy, discharge planning, and case management.
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CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
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Care Types in This Table
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.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
PC (Palliative Care):
Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
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Neighborhood or city area where the facility is located. Proximity to family, hospitals, and green space matters for both quality of life and ease of visitation. Consider drive time and transit access when evaluating location.
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Licensed bed capacity. Larger facilities (300+ beds) often have more specialized programs but can feel institutional. Smaller homes (under 150 beds) tend to deliver more personalized care. Compare with Avg Res/Day to understand how full the facility typically runs.
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Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
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This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
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CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
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CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
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CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
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CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
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Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
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Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
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Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
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Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
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Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
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Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
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Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
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Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
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Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
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The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
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What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
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Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
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Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The Washington average is: 62.6% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
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CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
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| Life Care Center of Federal Way | NH SNF | Federal Way (Lake Easter Estates) | 157
Facility
157
WA AVG
92
Rank
#3 / 68 | 53.4% | -29% | 4.31
Facility
4.31
WA AVG
4.22
Rank
#22 / 61 | -9% | +2% | $99.0k
Facility
$99.0k
WA AVG
$87.7k
Rank
#52 / 61 | 82
Facility
82
WA AVG
48.9
Rank
#53 / 61 | 9.1
Facility
9.1
WA AVG
6.9
Rank
#52 / 61 | 5 | 84 | - |
48
Facility
48
WA AVG
51
Rank
#43 / 80 | Tom Zwicker | $12.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$12.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WA AVG
$15.9M
Rank
#28 / 51 | $8.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$8.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WA AVG
$9.2M
Rank
#19 / 51 | 65.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
65.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
WA AVG
62.6%
Rank
#10 / 51 | 505188 | ||||
| Avamere Rehabilitation of Shoreline | NH RC SNF | Shoreline (Ridgecrest) | 115
Facility
115
WA AVG
92
Rank
#19 / 68 |
47.2%
Facility
47.2%
WA AVG
74.9%
Rank
#52 / 57 | -37% | 4.04
Facility
4.04
WA AVG
4.22
Rank
#32 / 61 | +2% | -4% | $0
Facility
$0
WA AVG
$87.7k
Rank
#1 / 61 | 92
Facility
92
WA AVG
48.9
Rank
#49 / 61 | 4.8
Facility
4.8
WA AVG
6.9
Rank
#46 / 61 | - | 54 | - |
69
Facility
69
WA AVG
51
Rank
#19 / 80 | Caleb Chu | $12.2M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind. | $7.7M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind. | 63.2%*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind. | 505009 | ||||
| Renton Health and Rehabilitation | NH HOS MC PC RC SNF | Renton | 99
Facility
99
WA AVG
92
Rank
#34 / 68 |
81.7%
Facility
81.7%
WA AVG
74.9%
Rank
#24 / 57 | +9% | 4.11
Facility
4.11
WA AVG
4.22
Rank
#29 / 61 | +4% | -3% | $256.7k
Facility
$256.7k
WA AVG
$87.7k
Rank
#60 / 61 | 65
Facility
65
WA AVG
48.9
Rank
#54 / 61 | 9.3
Facility
9.3
WA AVG
6.9
Rank
#58 / 61 | 2 | 81 | - |
83
Facility
83
WA AVG
51
Rank
#8 / 80 | - | $12.1M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind. | $6.9M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind. | 57.2%*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind. | 505280 | ||||
| North Auburn Rehabilitation & Health Center | NH SNF | Auburn (Christopher) | 125
Facility
125
WA AVG
92
Rank
#13 / 68 |
60.6%
Facility
60.6%
WA AVG
74.9%
Rank
#50 / 57 | -19% | 3.91
Facility
3.91
WA AVG
4.22
Rank
#37 / 61 | -35% | -8% | $12.0k
Facility
$12.0k
WA AVG
$87.7k
Rank
#42 / 61 | 103
Facility
103
WA AVG
48.9
Rank
#57 / 61 | 12.9
Facility
12.9
WA AVG
6.9
Rank
#56 / 61 | 5 | 76 | - |
58
Facility
58
WA AVG
51
Rank
#32 / 80 | Joseph Denor | $10.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$10.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WA AVG
$15.9M
Rank
#35 / 51 | $5.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$5.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WA AVG
$9.2M
Rank
#43 / 51 | 48.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
48.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
WA AVG
62.6%
Rank
#40 / 51 | 505195 | ||||
| Alderwood Post Acute & Rehabilitation | NH MC SNF | Lynnwood | 113
Facility
113
WA AVG
92
Rank
#20 / 68 |
93.3%
Facility
93.3%
WA AVG
74.9%
Rank
#4 / 57 | +25% | 4.19
Facility
4.19
WA AVG
4.22
Rank
#26 / 61 | +78% | -1% | $190.5k
Facility
$190.5k
WA AVG
$87.7k
Rank
#59 / 61 | 123
Facility
123
WA AVG
48.9
Rank
#61 / 61 | 7.2
Facility
7.2
WA AVG
6.9
Rank
#48 / 61 | 4 | 105 | - |
65
Facility
65
WA AVG
51
Rank
#22 / 80 | - | $11.1M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind. | $6.3M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind. | 56.8%*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind. | 505319 | ||||
| Aurora Valley Care | NH SNF | Spokane Valley | 124
Facility
124
WA AVG
92
Rank
#15 / 68 |
69.8%
Facility
69.8%
WA AVG
74.9%
Rank
#39 / 57 | -7% | 3.96
Facility
3.96
WA AVG
4.22
Rank
#32 / 61 | -53% | -6% | $93.5k
Facility
$93.5k
WA AVG
$87.7k
Rank
#50 / 61 | 105
Facility
105
WA AVG
48.9
Rank
#59 / 61 | 5.3
Facility
5.3
WA AVG
6.9
Rank
#23 / 61 | 3 | 87 | - |
72
Facility
72
WA AVG
51
Rank
#16 / 80 | - | $10.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$10.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WA AVG
$15.9M
Rank
#39 / 51 | $4.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$4.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WA AVG
$9.2M
Rank
#45 / 51 | 46.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
46.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
WA AVG
62.6%
Rank
#45 / 51 | 505114 | ||||
| Avamere Rehabilitation at Park West | NH RC SNF | Seattle (North Admiral) | 137
Facility
137
WA AVG
92
Rank
#9 / 68 |
64.6%
Facility
64.6%
WA AVG
74.9%
Rank
#44 / 57 | -14% | 4.46
Facility
4.46
WA AVG
4.22
Rank
#18 / 61 | -31% | +6% | $29.8k
Facility
$29.8k
WA AVG
$87.7k
Rank
#35 / 61 | 58
Facility
58
WA AVG
48.9
Rank
#43 / 61 | 7.3
Facility
7.3
WA AVG
6.9
Rank
#38 / 61 | 2 | 89 | - |
71
Facility
71
WA AVG
51
Rank
#17 / 80 | - | $12.2M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind. | $7.6M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind. | 61.9%*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind. | 505270 | ||||
| Avamere Rehabilitation of Burien | NH RC SNF | Burien (Evansville) | 140
Facility
140
WA AVG
92
Rank
#6 / 68 |
57.1%
Facility
57.1%
WA AVG
74.9%
Rank
#49 / 57 | -24% | 4.06
Facility
4.06
WA AVG
4.22
Rank
#29 / 61 | -9% | -4% | $59.5k
Facility
$59.5k
WA AVG
$87.7k
Rank
#45 / 61 | 54
Facility
54
WA AVG
48.9
Rank
#38 / 61 | 13.5
Facility
13.5
WA AVG
6.9
Rank
#57 / 61 | 6 | 80 | - |
61
Facility
61
WA AVG
51
Rank
#29 / 80 | - | $14.0M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind. | $9.3M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind. | 66.5%*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind. | 505252 | ||||
| Discovery Nursing & Rehab of Vancouver | NH PC SNF | Vancouver (Hazel Dell South) | 89
Facility
89
WA AVG
92
Rank
#40 / 68 |
79.7%
Facility
79.7%
WA AVG
74.9%
Rank
#26 / 57 | +6% | 4.99
Facility
4.99
WA AVG
4.22
Rank
#8 / 61 | -13% | +18% | $212.8k
Facility
$212.8k
WA AVG
$87.7k
Rank
#57 / 61 | 53
Facility
53
WA AVG
48.9
Rank
#28 / 61 | 4.4
Facility
4.4
WA AVG
6.9
Rank
#12 / 61 | 8 | 71 | - |
19
Facility
19
WA AVG
51
Rank
#70 / 80 | - | $8.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$8.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WA AVG
$15.9M
Rank
#44 / 51 | $5.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$5.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WA AVG
$9.2M
Rank
#41 / 51 | 62.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
62.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
WA AVG
62.6%
Rank
#16 / 51 | 505341 | ||||
| Avamere Rehabilitation of Issaquah | NH PC RC SNF | Issaquah (Sycamore) | 140
Facility
140
WA AVG
92
Rank
#6 / 68 |
66.4%
Facility
66.4%
WA AVG
74.9%
Rank
#43 / 57 | -11% | 3.33
Facility
3.33
WA AVG
4.22
Rank
#57 / 61 | -24% | -21% | $48.7k
Facility
$48.7k
WA AVG
$87.7k
Rank
#40 / 61 | 56
Facility
56
WA AVG
48.9
Rank
#43 / 61 | 14.0
Facility
14.0
WA AVG
6.9
Rank
#50 / 61 | 3 | 93 | - |
16
Facility
16
WA AVG
51
Rank
#74 / 80 | Carl Tabor | $14.7M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind. | $8.6M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind. | 58.3%*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind. | 505004 |
Rank badges are statewide: each nursing home is ranked against every WA nursing home we track that reports that metric, not just the 81 on this page. See how we rank facilities
Avamere Shoreline continues to show that they are provided with quality healthcare regardless of living their residents have chosen. Specializing in short-term rehabilitation and long-term skilled nursing, the premier healthcare facility ensures that residents enhance their lives with care and ease. The lifestyle promoted provides an environment where residents can celebrate their individuality and independence. Avamere Shoreline has welcomed seniors and families to their beautiful, thoughtfully designed community, allowing residents to make the most of their golden years.
Avamere Shoreline has ensured residents can live comfortably thanks to their helpful features, including wheelchair-accessible showers, high-speed internet, a kitchenette, cable or satellite TV, and air-conditioning throughout the community– all designed to make their stay easy and hassle-free. Moreover, their team of skilled nurses provide personalized assessments, full-time care, and supervision to ensure all residents are safe and comfortable. Avamere Shoreline provides an inviting and home-like atmosphere for residents in the Shoreline community.
Based in a peaceful area in Renton, WA, Renton Health and Rehabilitation is a dependable community built for those needing rehabilitation and long-term care services. Residents here maintain a high quality of life with the support of an excellent care team trained to provide an array of healthcare services. With access to physical and occupational therapy, the community ensures its residents maintain their highest level of function.
Through personalized care plans, everyone here is guaranteed to receive proper care and support. Their team of physicians is available 24/7 to offer care whenever needed, providing residents with comfort and peace of mind. Here, everyone is empowered to maximize their potential and continue living the lifestyle they deserve.
North Auburn Rehabilitation & Health Center is a nursing home and skilled nursing community in Auburn, WA. Its skilled nursing care includes licensed nursing care on site around the clock, making the center a fit for someone whose needs require residential care with ongoing nursing support. The center has 125 beds and a 55% occupancy rate. That figure describes the share of beds currently filled.
Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families payment pathways for covered or privately funded care. Total nurse staffing is 3h 54m per resident per day. This represents the daily nurse staffing time counted for each resident.
Situated in Lynnwood, Washington, Alderwood Post Acute & Rehabilitation is a distinguished skilled nursing and rehabilitation center offering comprehensive around-the-clock care in a residential setting. The community prides itself on providing an array of amenities, including an outdoor recreation area, a tranquil patio garden, a fully-equipped rehab gym, a dedicated beauty/barber shop, a library, pastoral support, and transportation services—curating an enriching environment for residents. Specializing in short-term nursing and rehabilitation care, Alderwood Post Acute & Rehabilitation is dedicated to aiding patients in their recovery from illnesses or injuries, supporting their journey back to independence. The highly trained care team collaborates with physicians to devise tailored and comprehensive care plans for each patient, ensuring individualized attention.
Moreover, Alderwood Post Acute & Rehabilitation offers long-term programs catering to patients requiring ongoing intensive services. Through dedicated collaboration, the team crafts personalized programs to restore patients to optimal health and functionality. Certified by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), the community emphasizes the uniqueness of each individual’s rehabilitation journey, focusing on holistic wellness encompassing mind, body, and spirit. In partnership with patients and their physicians, Alderwood Post Acute & Rehabilitation designs customized programs administered by their dynamic staff, who are dedicated to inspiring and guiding patients at every step of their wellness journey. At Alderwood Post Acute & Rehabilitation, residents receive compassionate care, specialized rehabilitation services, and unwavering encouragement to achieve their wellness goals.
Serving the community of Spokane Valley, WA since 1966, Aurora Valley Care is a leading senior living community that offers rehabilitation and skilled nursing. The community provides a comfortable living space for both short-term rehabilitation and extended stays, all complemented with around-the-clock nursing assistance. Guaranteeing a lively and enjoyable lifestyle, the community also conducts a dynamic range of activities, spanning from games to festive gatherings and outings.
Focused in delivering optimal recovery, independence, and overall wellness, Aurora Valley Care offers comprehensive services, including physical therapy, speech therapy, nutritional support, occupational therapy, along with wellness-focused activities. A devoted team of professionals offers warmth, empathy, and an unyielding commitment to delivering personalized attention and care, fostering the overall well-being of residents within a nurturing environment.
Seattle, Washington is fortunate to have Avamere Rehabilitation at Park West, a facility renowned for its exceptional professionalism and competence in the field of senior care. They provide an array of services including skilled nursing, long-term care, and rehabilitation, ensuring the highest quality outcomes for their residents. Additionally, they offer short-term and respite care, demonstrating their commitment to comprehensive and flexible support.
With an on-site therapy gym and telemedicine assistance, residents receive state-of-the-art care right at their doorstep. Avamere Rehabilitation at Park West also goes the extra mile by providing transportation assistance and installing nurse call systems and safety features in every room, ensuring residents’ safety and peace of mind. Moreover, the seamless collaboration between the dedicated staff and overseeing physicians creates an environment where residents can effortlessly regain their strength and independence, making Avamere Rehabilitation at Park West the go-to choice for top-notch care in the area.
Avamere Rehabilitation of Burien is a premier care facility in Burien, Washington. Their mission is to provide exceptional care and enhance the quality of life for all individuals they serve. With services from skilled nursing to long-term care services, Avamere is ready to help out the best way they know how- with compassion and expertise.
They specialize in rehabilitation and offer physical, occupational, and speech therapy. They understand that healing may take a while, but they will go above and beyond to give their patients the care and support they need. Their healthcare professionals are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, assuring the families of Burien that their loved ones are in reliable hands.
Discovery Nursing & Rehab of Vancouver is a nursing home in Vancouver, WA, offering palliative care and skilled nursing in the Hazel Dell South neighborhood. Nursing home and skilled nursing services provide licensed nursing care on site, while palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom management. The community may be a good fit for a resident who needs ongoing nursing support alongside comfort-focused care.
Discovery Nursing & Rehab of Vancouver has 89 beds. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families listed ways to cover care, including Medicare for eligible short-term skilled care after a hospital stay and Medicaid for qualifying long-term care needs. Total nurse staffing is 5h per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nurse staffing allocated per resident.
In Issaquah, Washington, Avamere Rehabilitation Center stands tall as a trusted facility of expert care. With skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and long-term services, they guide residents toward recovery with precision. Their adept team, proficient in managing diverse medical conditions, ensures tailored attention for each resident’s unique needs.
Avamere’s commitment also shines through their skilled therapists and 24/7 licensed nursing. With advanced safety features and reliable nurse call systems, families find peace knowing their loved ones are in capable hands. Avamere is definitely a dependable ally on the journey to health and well-being.
How we rank these nursing homes
Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.
Weighting overview
- 35%Care Quality
- 20%Staffing
- 20%Regulatory
- 20%Operational
- 5%Environment
Care Quality 35%
The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.
- Includes
- Overall Rating
- Health Inspection
- QM Rating
- Long-Stay QM
- Short-Stay QM
Staffing Adequacy 20%
The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
- Includes
- Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
- RN vs State
- Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
- RN Turnover
Regulatory & Safety Record 20%
Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
- Includes
- Citations
- Citations/Inspection
- Severe Citations
- Fines
- Accreditations
Operational & Financial Stability 20%
Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.
- Includes
- Occupancy vs State
- Avg Length of Stay
- Revenue
- Payroll %
- Years in Operation
- Admin Tenure
Environment & Accessibility 5%
Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.
- Includes
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Washington
What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Washington?
Assisted living in Washington is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.
Does Washington Medicaid cover nursing home care?
Yes — Washington Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.
What is nursing home care?
Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.
How many nursing homes are listed on this page?
This page features 81 nursing homes in Washington. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right nursing home in Washington?
Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Washington, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.
What should I look for when visiting nursing homes in Washington?
Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.
