Page 6 of Best Nursing Homes in Washington State

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 81 nursing homes in WA using CMS data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in WA
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Avg Overall CMS Rating: 3.2/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Washington State. Ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.2/ 5
Avg Staffing Rating: 3.4/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Washington State. Reflects nursing staff hours per resident per day (including RNs), adjusted for residents' care needs. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.4/ 5
Avg Health Insp. Rating: 2.8/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Washington State. Based on each facility's recent inspections and complaint investigations, weighing the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.0/ 5

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Info below is compiled from CMS reports & 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.

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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
Woodard Creek Health & Rehabilitation
NH
Ne Olympia (Ensign Road Northeast)
152
Facility 152
WA AVG 92
Rank #4 / 68
68.7%
Facility 68.7%
WA AVG 74.9%
Rank #40 / 57
-8%
3.54
Facility 3.54
WA AVG 4.22
Rank #51 / 61
-2%-16%
$12.7k
Facility $12.7k
WA AVG $87.7k
Rank #28 / 61
77
Facility 77
WA AVG 48.9
Rank #47 / 61
5.9
Facility 5.9
WA AVG 6.9
Rank #35 / 61
1104-
29
Facility 29
WA AVG 51
Rank #63 / 80
Rachel Erickson
$15.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $15.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WA AVG $15.9M
Rank #16 / 51
$11.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $11.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WA AVG $9.2M
Rank #14 / 51
74.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 74.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
WA AVG 62.6%
Rank #5 / 51
505387
Fir Lane Health & Rehabilitation Center
NH
MC
SNF
Shelton (Christmas Village)
135
Facility 135
WA AVG 92
Rank #10 / 68
68.3%
Facility 68.3%
WA AVG 74.9%
Rank #41 / 57
-9%
4.65
Facility 4.65
WA AVG 4.22
Rank #12 / 61
-65%+10%
$121.5k
Facility $121.5k
WA AVG $87.7k
Rank #53 / 61
77
Facility 77
WA AVG 48.9
Rank #52 / 61
4.5
Facility 4.5
WA AVG 6.9
Rank #20 / 61
392A+
23
Facility 23
WA AVG 51
Rank #68 / 80
-
$11.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $11.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WA AVG $15.9M
Rank #32 / 51
$4.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WA AVG $9.2M
Rank #46 / 51
38.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 38.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
WA AVG 62.6%
Rank #49 / 51
505230
Spokane Falls Care
NH
SNF
Spokane (Nevada Heights)
100
Facility 100
WA AVG 92
Rank #28 / 68
84.5%
Facility 84.5%
WA AVG 74.9%
Rank #20 / 57
+13%
3.87
Facility 3.87
WA AVG 4.22
Rank #37 / 61
-27%-8%
$125.7k
Facility $125.7k
WA AVG $87.7k
Rank #54 / 61
102
Facility 102
WA AVG 48.9
Rank #59 / 61
6.0
Facility 6.0
WA AVG 6.9
Rank #29 / 61
385-
76
Facility 76
WA AVG 51
Rank #13 / 80
Navdeep Dhaliwal
$10.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $10.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WA AVG $15.9M
Rank #34 / 51
$5.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WA AVG $9.2M
Rank #40 / 51
51.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 51.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
WA AVG 62.6%
Rank #34 / 51
505024
Olympic View Care
NH
SNF
Port Angeles
101
Facility 101
WA AVG 92
Rank #26 / 68
90.1%
Facility 90.1%
WA AVG 74.9%
Rank #12 / 57
+20%
3.55
Facility 3.55
WA AVG 4.22
Rank #49 / 61
-9%-16%
$144.5k
Facility $144.5k
WA AVG $87.7k
Rank #56 / 61
103
Facility 103
WA AVG 48.9
Rank #54 / 61
3.8
Facility 3.8
WA AVG 6.9
Rank #10 / 61
591-
50
Facility 50
WA AVG 51
Rank #39 / 80
-
$10.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $10.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WA AVG $15.9M
Rank #38 / 51
$5.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WA AVG $9.2M
Rank #39 / 51
54.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 54.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
WA AVG 62.6%
Rank #26 / 51
505185
Bremerton Trails Post Acute
NH
SNF
Bremerton
125
Facility 125
WA AVG 92
Rank #13 / 68
92.6%
Facility 92.6%
WA AVG 74.9%
Rank #6 / 57
+24%
3.87
Facility 3.87
WA AVG 4.22
Rank #37 / 61
-28%-8%
$174.1k
Facility $174.1k
WA AVG $87.7k
Rank #58 / 61
105
Facility 105
WA AVG 48.9
Rank #58 / 61
4.2
Facility 4.2
WA AVG 6.9
Rank #13 / 61
5116-
62
Facility 62
WA AVG 51
Rank #26 / 80
-
$13.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $13.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WA AVG $15.9M
Rank #25 / 51
$6.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WA AVG $9.2M
Rank #35 / 51
47.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 47.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
WA AVG 62.6%
Rank #44 / 51
505123
Pullman Care
NH
HOS
RC
SNF
Pullman (Military Hill)
48
Facility 48
WA AVG 92
Rank #60 / 68
82.1%
Facility 82.1%
WA AVG 74.9%
Rank #23 / 57
+10%
3.88
Facility 3.88
WA AVG 4.22
Rank #37 / 61
-48%-8%
$50.9k
Facility $50.9k
WA AVG $87.7k
Rank #41 / 61
43
Facility 43
WA AVG 48.9
Rank #22 / 61
3.3
Facility 3.3
WA AVG 6.9
Rank #2 / 61
239-
68
Facility 68
WA AVG 51
Rank #20 / 80
Washington 3 Pack LLC$4.6M*Fiscal year ending 03/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.$1.8M*Fiscal year ending 03/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.40.4%*Fiscal year ending 03/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.505246

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Overview of Woodard Creek Health & Rehabilitation

Ideally situated near Providence St. Peter Hospital in Olympia, WA, Woodard Creek Health & Rehabilitation is an outstanding community that offers short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, and hospice care. A kind and highly trained team provides the highest quality of care 24/7 to meet residents’ healthcare needs. Purposely built and spacious accommodations are also provided in a nurturing and friendly environment, ensuring residents can feel at ease during their stay.

Recreational spaces and fun activities are provided, ensuring residents will not feel lonely. Residents also enjoy mealtimes with a bistro and restaurant-style dining that serves delicious and well-balanced meals to satisfy their dietary needs and preferences. Physical, speech, and occupational therapy are also available to enhance residents’ living experiences. The community is a great option for those needing exceptional care, especially with its exceptional services and state-of-the-art amenities.

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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.

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Spokane Falls Care

6021 N Lidgerwood St, Spokane, WA 99208
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.

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Olympic View Care

1116 E Lauridsen Blvd, Port Angeles, WA 98362
Overview of Olympic View Care

Olympic View Care is a 24-hour skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility that provides the support and nursing care needed by residents. The care home offers a range of services, including physical therapy, speech therapy, nutritional support, occupational therapy, and wellness-focused activities. Olympic View Care’s experienced staff deliver quality care while giving residents a serene, safe, and comfortable place to enjoy healing and rest.

The care home exceeds expectations through professional care, innovation, and a positive attitude. Olympic View Care’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. The care home’s staff, from the leadership team to the direct care staff, work to exceed expectations and provide care to meet every resident’s needs, including assistance with personal care, concierge services, and companionship.

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Bremerton Trails Post Acute

2701 Clare Ave, Bremerton, WA 98310
Overview of Bremerton Trails Post Acute

Bremerton Trails Post Acute is an exceptional nursing home in Bremerton, WA, that offers skilled nursing and rehabilitation. The community is dedicated to improving residents’ quality of life with comprehensive care tailored to their unique needs around the clock. Diabetic management, wound care, and social services are also among the community’s many offerings. With resident-focused care, the community also collaborates with families to meet their needs and preferences.

Activities are carefully planned according to older adults’ interests and capabilities. Physical, occupational, and speech therapy are also offered to help residents go back to their routines. With its ideal location near local amenities, residents and families have easy access to their necessities. This senior living community is a great choice for those with complex healthcare needs in Washington, especially with its wide range of care options.

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Pullman Care

1310 Nw Deane St, Pullman, WA 99163
Overview of Pullman Care

Located on Deane Street, Pullman, WA, Pullman Care is an exceptional senior living community offering 24-hour skilled nursing and long- and short-term rehabilitation. The community focuses on seniors’ well-being and includes occupational, physical, and speech therapy and nutritional support. Residents experience a comfortable and safe residence with warm, spacious private and semi-private rooms. A consistent and compassionate team lends extra hands for seniors to live their lives confidently and reach their full potential.

Pullman Care promotes a bright and welcoming environment, conducting wellness-focused activities. The community employs a resident-centered approach to care to ensure residents receive the utmost care and support they deserve. With fabulous amenities including a state-of-the-art therapy room, a resident lounge area, and a serene backyard with walking paths, residents enjoy a relaxing retirement.

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Overview of Panorama City

Panorama City offers nursing home, assisted living, independent living, and skilled nursing care in Lacey, WA. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with daily tasks. Nursing home and skilled nursing provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock, and the range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time.

Panorama City has 50 beds, making it a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know one another. One-bedroom and two-bedroom units are available, with a two-bedroom option that can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. Respite care offers a short stay for a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The starting price is $1,450, giving families an initial figure for budgeting, although the facts do not connect it to a particular care level. Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay; Medicare can apply to short-term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid may help when savings do not cover a long stay, and private pay means paying directly.

Residents can use the on-site pool, Pea Patch, and Courtyard outdoor spaces. Rehabilitation services provide therapy at the community without arranging outside transportation, while transportation to medical appointments is available. Pets are allowed, so a resident can continue living with a pet.

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Overview of Redmond Care and Rehabilitation Center

Receive top-notch care from Redmond Care and Rehabilitation Center, an excellent community in Redmond, WA designed for skilled nursing and rehabilitation. Their dedicated team of care experts and therapists work together to provide comprehensive care that allows residents to maintain their overall well-being. Accommodations here are designed to foster a safe and cozy healing environment.

The community has no dull moments with its wide range of enriching activities like exercise sessions, arts and crafts classes, and lecture series. A talented culinary team ensures residents enjoy their mealtimes with fresh and healthy culinary delights. With access to an excellent care team and fun experiences, residents here are bound to enjoy a rewarding living experience.

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The Ridge

1501 Nw Tower View Cir, Silverdale, WA 98383
Overview of The Ridge

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.

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Overview of Sunnyside Care

Sunnyside Care is a nursing home in Sunnyside, WA offering hospice care, palliative care, and skilled nursing. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Hospice care focuses on comfort for people with terminal illness, while palliative care helps manage symptoms and support quality of life during serious illness.

The community has 96 beds and provides short-term rehabilitation for residents who need temporary recovery support. Sunnyside Care may be a good fit for someone whose needs range from rehabilitation to ongoing nursing, hospice, or palliative support.

Therapy and assessment services are provided six to seven days a week, giving residents regular access to rehabilitation support during the week. Programs include joint replacement and orthopedic rehabilitation, stroke rehabilitation, cardiac rehabilitation, fall prevention and balance programs, pulmonary care, post-operative care, pain management, and intravenous or infusion therapy. Private and semi-private rooms are available, giving residents the option of an individual room or a shared room arrangement.

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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.

  • CMS data
  • 5 weighted categories
  • Updated quarterly
Full methodology

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 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.