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| Mt. Baker Care Center | NH AL PC RC | Bellingham (South Bellingham) | 47
Facility
47
WA AVG
82
Rank
#308 / 366 |
80.6%
Facility
80.6%
WA AVG
72.5%
Rank
#117 / 310 | +11% | 4.65
Facility
4.65
WA AVG
4.22
Rank
#10 / 90 | -10% | +10% | $0
Facility
$0
WA AVG
$87.7k
Rank
#1 / 92 | 18
Facility
18
WA AVG
48.9
Rank
#7 / 92 | 3.6
Facility
3.6
WA AVG
6.9
Rank
#7 / 92 | - | 56 | - |
44
Facility
44
WA AVG
51
Rank
#377 / 628 | Clay Management Group LLC | $11.0M
Facility
$11.0M
WA AVG
$13.2M
Rank
#44 / 94 | $6.5M
Facility
$6.5M
WA AVG
$5.7M
Rank
#52 / 94 | 59.1%
Facility
59.1%
WA AVG
45.5%
Rank
#57 / 94 | 505376 | ||||
| Sharon Care Center | NH AL MC | Centralia | 72
Facility
72
WA AVG
82
Rank
#202 / 366 |
86.1%
Facility
86.1%
WA AVG
72.5%
Rank
#67 / 310 | +19% | 4.21
Facility
4.21
WA AVG
4.22
Rank
#38 / 90 | +25% | 0% | $0
Facility
$0
WA AVG
$87.7k
Rank
#1 / 92 | 35
Facility
35
WA AVG
48.9
Rank
#29 / 92 | 11.7
Facility
11.7
WA AVG
6.9
Rank
#82 / 92 | - | 62 | - |
49
Facility
49
WA AVG
51
Rank
#334 / 628 | Summit Care LLC | $10.0M
Facility
$10.0M
WA AVG
$13.2M
Rank
#59 / 94 | $6.3M
Facility
$6.3M
WA AVG
$5.7M
Rank
#54 / 94 | 63.6%
Facility
63.6%
WA AVG
45.5%
Rank
#43 / 94 | 505429 | ||||
| Mirabella Seattle | NH AL MC | Seattle (South Lake Union) | 63
Facility
63
WA AVG
82
Rank
#237 / 366 |
46.0%
Facility
46.0%
WA AVG
72.5%
Rank
#285 / 310 | -37% | 4.68
Facility
4.68
WA AVG
4.22
Rank
#10 / 90 | +2% | +11% | $8.3k
Facility
$8.3k
WA AVG
$87.7k
Rank
#35 / 92 | 41
Facility
41
WA AVG
48.9
Rank
#37 / 92 | 10.3
Facility
10.3
WA AVG
6.9
Rank
#76 / 92 | - | 36 | A+ |
99
Facility
99
WA AVG
51
Rank
#1 / 628 | Lee Burnside | $7.9M
Facility
$7.9M
WA AVG
$13.2M
Rank
#9 / 94 | $13.8M
Facility
$13.8M
WA AVG
$5.7M
Rank
#9 / 94 | 173.2%
Facility
173.2%
WA AVG
45.5%
Rank
#63 / 94 | 505520 | ||||
| Garden Terrace Healthcare Center at Federal Way | NH AL HC PC RC | Federal Way (South 338Th Street) | 34
Facility
34
WA AVG
82
Rank
#343 / 366 |
35.3%
Facility
35.3%
WA AVG
72.5%
Rank
#299 / 310 | -51% | 4.88
Facility
4.88
WA AVG
4.22
Rank
#7 / 90 | +30% | +16% | $0
Facility
$0
WA AVG
$87.7k
Rank
#1 / 92 | 46
Facility
46
WA AVG
48.9
Rank
#42 / 92 | 6.6
Facility
6.6
WA AVG
6.9
Rank
#51 / 92 | - | 12 | - |
46
Facility
46
WA AVG
51
Rank
#362 / 628 | Megan Larson | $12.1M
Facility
$12.1M
WA AVG
$13.2M
Rank
#38 / 94 | $7.3M
Facility
$7.3M
WA AVG
$5.7M
Rank
#32 / 94 | 59.8%
Facility
59.8%
WA AVG
45.5%
Rank
#37 / 94 | 505512 | ||||
| Covenant Living at the Shores | NH AL MC | Mercer Island (Fortuna) | 50
Facility
50
WA AVG
82
Rank
#274 / 366 |
76.0%
Facility
76.0%
WA AVG
72.5%
Rank
#147 / 310 | +5% | 4.25
Facility
4.25
WA AVG
4.22
Rank
#28 / 90 | +29% | +1% | $0
Facility
$0
WA AVG
$87.7k
Rank
#1 / 92 | 40
Facility
40
WA AVG
48.9
Rank
#36 / 92 | 10.0
Facility
10.0
WA AVG
6.9
Rank
#73 / 92 | 1 | 38 | - |
18
Facility
18
WA AVG
51
Rank
#540 / 628 | - | $7.2M
Facility
$7.2M
WA AVG
$13.2M
Rank
#74 / 94 | $3.9M
Facility
$3.9M
WA AVG
$5.7M
Rank
#66 / 94 | 54%
Facility
54%
WA AVG
45.5%
Rank
#39 / 94 | 505504 | ||||
| Judson Park | NH AL IL MC NC | Des Moines (Marine View Drive South) | 52
Facility
52
WA AVG
82
Rank
#288 / 366 |
73.1%
Facility
73.1%
WA AVG
72.5%
Rank
#170 / 310 | +1% | 4.06
Facility
4.06
WA AVG
4.22
Rank
#47 / 90 | +25% | -4% | $0
Facility
$0
WA AVG
$87.7k
Rank
#1 / 92 | 57
Facility
57
WA AVG
48.9
Rank
#57 / 92 | 19.0
Facility
19.0
WA AVG
6.9
Rank
#91 / 92 | - | 38 | A+ |
19
Facility
19
WA AVG
51
Rank
#532 / 628 | Humangood Washington | $30.8M
Facility
$30.8M
WA AVG
$13.2M
Rank
#8 / 94 | $15.8M
Facility
$15.8M
WA AVG
$5.7M
Rank
#5 / 94 | 51.4%
Facility
51.4%
WA AVG
45.5%
Rank
#50 / 94 | 505455 | ||||
| Washington Odd Fellows Home | NH AL | Walla Walla | 71
Facility
71
WA AVG
82
Rank
#205 / 366 |
71.8%
Facility
71.8%
WA AVG
72.5%
Rank
#186 / 310 | -1% | 3.67
Facility
3.67
WA AVG
4.22
Rank
#67 / 90 | -42% | -13% | $67.6k
Facility
$67.6k
WA AVG
$87.7k
Rank
#64 / 92 | 56
Facility
56
WA AVG
48.9
Rank
#55 / 92 | 6.2
Facility
6.2
WA AVG
6.9
Rank
#43 / 92 | 3 | 48 | - |
67
Facility
67
WA AVG
51
Rank
#176 / 628 | Washington Odd Fellows Home | $12.8M
Facility
$12.8M
WA AVG
$13.2M
Rank
#36 / 94 | $7.8M
Facility
$7.8M
WA AVG
$5.7M
Rank
#34 / 94 | 61.3%
Facility
61.3%
WA AVG
45.5%
Rank
#41 / 94 | 505421 | ||||
| Penrose Harbor at Heron‘s Key | NH AL IL MC | Gig Harbor | 49
Facility
49
WA AVG
82
Rank
#302 / 366 |
69.7%
Facility
69.7%
WA AVG
72.5%
Rank
#198 / 310 | -4% | 5.88
Facility
5.88
WA AVG
4.22
Rank
#1 / 90 | +46% | +39% | $15.0k
Facility
$15.0k
WA AVG
$87.7k
Rank
#41 / 92 | 33
Facility
33
WA AVG
48.9
Rank
#25 / 92 | 8.3
Facility
8.3
WA AVG
6.9
Rank
#65 / 92 | 1 | 22 | - |
36
Facility
36
WA AVG
51
Rank
#433 / 628 | Herons Key | $23.3M
Facility
$23.3M
WA AVG
$13.2M
Rank
#15 / 94 | $7.8M
Facility
$7.8M
WA AVG
$5.7M
Rank
#36 / 94 | 33.3%
Facility
33.3%
WA AVG
45.5%
Rank
#89 / 94 | 505531 | ||||
| Life Care Center of Port Townsend | NH NC | Port Townsend (Kearney Street) | 94
Facility
94
WA AVG
82
Rank
#128 / 366 |
41.3%
Facility
41.3%
WA AVG
72.5%
Rank
#289 / 310 | -43% | 3.99
Facility
3.99
WA AVG
4.22
Rank
#52 / 90 | +17% | -6% | $34.8k
Facility
$34.8k
WA AVG
$87.7k
Rank
#51 / 92 | 32
Facility
32
WA AVG
48.9
Rank
#22 / 92 | 6.4
Facility
6.4
WA AVG
6.9
Rank
#49 / 92 | 3 | 42 | - |
64
Facility
64
WA AVG
51
Rank
#198 / 628 | Angela Cerna | $6.0M
Facility
$6.0M
WA AVG
$13.2M
Rank
#83 / 94 | $2.9M
Facility
$2.9M
WA AVG
$5.7M
Rank
#77 / 94 | 48.3%
Facility
48.3%
WA AVG
45.5%
Rank
#24 / 94 | 505306 | ||||
| Timber Ridge | NH AL IL MC | Issaquah (Talus) | 26
Facility
26
WA AVG
82
Rank
#352 / 366 |
88.5%
Facility
88.5%
WA AVG
72.5%
Rank
#56 / 310 | +22% | 5.65
Facility
5.65
WA AVG
4.22
Rank
#5 / 90 | -34% | +34% | $0
Facility
$0
WA AVG
$87.7k
Rank
#1 / 92 | 17
Facility
17
WA AVG
48.9
Rank
#6 / 92 | 5.7
Facility
5.7
WA AVG
6.9
Rank
#37 / 92 | - | 23 | A+ |
19
Facility
19
WA AVG
51
Rank
#532 / 628 | Lcs Timber Ridge LLC | $31.6M
Facility
$31.6M
WA AVG
$13.2M
Rank
#7 / 94 | $13.6M
Facility
$13.6M
WA AVG
$5.7M
Rank
#12 / 94 | 43%
Facility
43%
WA AVG
45.5%
Rank
#77 / 94 | 505518 | ||||
| Puget Health Care Center | NH NC | Olympia (Capital Mall Drive Southwest) | 108
Facility
108
WA AVG
82
Rank
#79 / 366 |
89.0%
Facility
89.0%
WA AVG
72.5%
Rank
#51 / 310 | +23% | 4.06
Facility
4.06
WA AVG
4.22
Rank
#47 / 90 | -45% | -4% | $8.0k
Facility
$8.0k
WA AVG
$87.7k
Rank
#34 / 92 | 18
Facility
18
WA AVG
48.9
Rank
#7 / 92 | 3.0
Facility
3.0
WA AVG
6.9
Rank
#3 / 92 | 1 | 93 | - |
31
Facility
31
WA AVG
51
Rank
#469 / 628 | - | $14.8M
Facility
$14.8M
WA AVG
$13.2M
Rank
#34 / 94 | $7.3M
Facility
$7.3M
WA AVG
$5.7M
Rank
#40 / 94 | 49.2%
Facility
49.2%
WA AVG
45.5%
Rank
#61 / 94 | 505299 | ||||
| Willapa Harbor Care | NH | Raymond | 60
Facility
60
WA AVG
82
Rank
#246 / 366 |
60.5%
Facility
60.5%
WA AVG
72.5%
Rank
#246 / 310 | -17% | 3.91
Facility
3.91
WA AVG
4.22
Rank
#58 / 90 | -19% | -7% | $0
Facility
$0
WA AVG
$87.7k
Rank
#1 / 92 | 30
Facility
30
WA AVG
48.9
Rank
#19 / 92 | 7.5
Facility
7.5
WA AVG
6.9
Rank
#58 / 92 | - | 46 | - |
13
Facility
13
WA AVG
51
Rank
#570 / 628 | Tashina Mcneley | $1.3M
Facility
$1.3M
WA AVG
$13.2M
Rank
#94 / 94 | $540.6k
Facility
$540.6k
WA AVG
$5.7M
Rank
#94 / 94 | 41.3%
Facility
41.3%
WA AVG
45.5%
Rank
#79 / 94 | 505349 | ||||
| North Auburn Rehabilitation & Health Center | NH | Auburn (Christopher) | 125
Facility
125
WA AVG
82
Rank
#37 / 366 |
55.2%
Facility
55.2%
WA AVG
72.5%
Rank
#270 / 310 | -24% | 4.33
Facility
4.33
WA AVG
4.22
Rank
#28 / 90 | -35% | +3% | $54.0k
Facility
$54.0k
WA AVG
$87.7k
Rank
#57 / 92 | 100
Facility
100
WA AVG
48.9
Rank
#86 / 92 | 12.5
Facility
12.5
WA AVG
6.9
Rank
#84 / 92 | 5 | 73 | - |
58
Facility
58
WA AVG
51
Rank
#271 / 628 | Joseph Denor | $10.8M
Facility
$10.8M
WA AVG
$13.2M
Rank
#64 / 94 | $5.2M
Facility
$5.2M
WA AVG
$5.7M
Rank
#68 / 94 | 48.2%
Facility
48.2%
WA AVG
45.5%
Rank
#61 / 94 | 505195 | ||||
| Hallmark Manor | NH | Federal Way (1St Avenue South) | 147
Facility
147
WA AVG
82
Rank
#19 / 366 |
62.6%
Facility
62.6%
WA AVG
72.5%
Rank
#238 / 310 | -14% | 3.68
Facility
3.68
WA AVG
4.22
Rank
#67 / 90 | -7% | -13% | $32.2k
Facility
$32.2k
WA AVG
$87.7k
Rank
#50 / 92 | 59
Facility
59
WA AVG
48.9
Rank
#58 / 92 | 9.8
Facility
9.8
WA AVG
6.9
Rank
#72 / 92 | 1 | 99 | A+ |
43
Facility
43
WA AVG
51
Rank
#387 / 628 | Melissa Nelson | $10.7M
Facility
$10.7M
WA AVG
$13.2M
Rank
#41 / 94 | $6.8M
Facility
$6.8M
WA AVG
$5.7M
Rank
#29 / 94 | 63.5%
Facility
63.5%
WA AVG
45.5%
Rank
#27 / 94 | 505313 | ||||
| Washington Care Center | NH MC NC RC | Seattle (Rainier Valley) | 165
Facility
165
WA AVG
82
Rank
#9 / 366 |
27.9%
Facility
27.9%
WA AVG
72.5%
Rank
#304 / 310 | -62% | 4.21
Facility
4.21
WA AVG
4.22
Rank
#38 / 90 | +30% | 0% | $58.7k
Facility
$58.7k
WA AVG
$87.7k
Rank
#59 / 92 | 68
Facility
68
WA AVG
48.9
Rank
#69 / 92 | 7.6
Facility
7.6
WA AVG
6.9
Rank
#61 / 92 | 5 | 46 | A+ |
77
Facility
77
WA AVG
51
Rank
#97 / 628 | Rayona Deanes | $20.2M
Facility
$20.2M
WA AVG
$13.2M
Rank
#24 / 94 | $13.0M
Facility
$13.0M
WA AVG
$5.7M
Rank
#10 / 94 | 64.1%
Facility
64.1%
WA AVG
45.5%
Rank
#6 / 94 | 505017 |
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Overview of Spokane Falls Care
A premier senior living community based on North Lidgerwood Street, Spokane, WA, Spokane Falls Care offers short-term rehab, long-term skilled nursing, and therapy services. Providing care for 64 years, the community promises the highest standard of care and assistance. With a team of dedicated and friendly professionals, seniors and their families keep their peace of mind knowing they are well-respected.
Spokane Falls Center values seniors’ independence, lending support only when necessary and wanted. Moreover, personalized care plans are crafted to ensure seniors’ specific needs and preferences are taken care of. The community provides the help seniors need and empowers them to live their lives confidently and age gracefully with the utmost care and assistance from Spokane Falls Center.
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.
Overview of Fir Lane Health & Rehabilitation Center
Fir Lane Health & Rehabilitation Center, operated by Caldera Care, is a leading provider of long-term skilled nursing care and short-term rehabilitation solutions, offering a full continuum of services and care focused around each individual in today’s ever-changing health care environment. The center, which has served Mason and the surrounding communities for over 25 years, is minutes away from historic downtown Shelton and conveniently located close to Mason General Hospital. Fir Lane Health & Rehabilitation Center is Medicare and Medicaid certified, ensuring that it meets the highest standards of care.
The 135-bed center offers a range of services, including physical therapy, speech therapy, nutritional support, occupational therapy, and wellness-focused activities. These services are designed to help residents regain their strength, mobility, and independence after an illness, injury, or surgery, while also providing ongoing care for those with chronic health conditions or disabilities. Fir Lane Health & Rehabilitation Center’s experienced staff deliver quality care while giving residents a serene, safe, and comfortable place to enjoy healing and rest.
Live a worry-free retirement at The Ridge, an outstanding community in Silverdale, WA, offering assisted living. A compassionate and well-trained team provides the highest quality of care tailored to their personal needs 24/7. Weekly housekeeping is also available, so residents have more time to do the things they love.
Residents can live an active and vibrant lifestyle with various activities and engaging programs that highlight their interests and capabilities. With restaurant-style dining, residents enjoy delicious and well-balanced meals that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. In-house dental hygiene and podiatry care are also provided for residents’ convenience. The community is a great option for those seeking exceptional care to live comfortably in retirement, especially with its nurturing and welcoming environment.
Nestled in the charming town of Everett, WA, Everett Center provides compassionate memory care and rehabilitation in a caring and supportive environment. The community is dedicated to offering high-quality, personalized care that emphasizes each resident’s well-being, dignity, and quality of life through innovative approaches. The tastefully designed private and semi-private rooms are created for comfort and convenience, catering to a variety of needs and preferences.
Residents can enjoy a diverse range of dining options and engaging activities that nurture the mind, body, and spirit. With services like a beauty salon and recreational programs, Everett Center is filled with warmth, energy, and enthusiasm. Here, residents can truly enjoy an empowering and secure living experience.
Enjoy unparalleled care and comfort with the renowned senior living community of Polack Adult Day Center in Seward Park Avenue South, Seattle, WA, offering adult day care and nursing care. The community goes above and beyond to deliver top-tier care and assistance for seniors to thrive and live to their potential. Keep peace of mind with a team of qualified and highly trained professionals providing tailored care plans.
Gain meaningful experiences and try out new things through a jam-packed calendar of fun activities and engaging programs. Catering to dietary needs and preferences, the community serves healthy, delicious, kosher-style meals for a delightful dining experience. Polack Adult Day Center is great for seniors aiming to make every moment of their golden years count in its serene spaces.
Overview of Renton Health and Rehabilitation
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.
Othello Care has been caring for families in Othello since 1973, exceeding expectations through professional care, innovation, and a positive attitude. The care home’s passionate team consists of experts in long-term care and short-term rehabilitation, compassionately caring for residents and providing a full range of services to help them heal, regain strength, and live as independently as possible.
Othello Care’s staff, from the leadership team to the direct care staff, work to exceed expectations and provide round-the-clock care to meet every resident’s needs, including assistance with personal care, concierge services, and companionship. Othello Care makes residents feel at home by meeting their cultural and language needs, giving them a sense of ease and belonging. The care home’s Hispanic Cultural Program provides residents with authentic Hispanic meals, bilingual custom activities, and Spanish-speaking staff assistance. This program ensures that Hispanic residents can maintain their cultural identity and feel comfortable in their new home at Othello Care.
Overview of Alderwood Post Acute & Rehabilitation
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.
Overview of Avamere Rehabilitation of Shoreline
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.
Ranking Methodology
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
01
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
02
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
03
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
04
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
05
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
- Walk Score
- BBB Rating
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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 78 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.
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