The Firs
The Firs
Overview of The Firs
The Firs has been running for 43 years on Lilly Road NE in Olympia, Washington, making it one of the longer-established communities in the area. The three-story building sits in a lakeside neighborhood about four miles from downtown, and Providence St. Peter Hospital is less than a third of a mile away. That proximity to a hospital reads as useful context for a community that carries a nursing home designation alongside its independent living offering.
The building holds studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom units. Daily support services include housekeeping, laundry, dry-cleaning, and help with grocery shopping. For residents who need or want more hands-on coverage, the nursing home component of the community sits in close range of both the hospital and the surrounding neighborhood’s parks and walking paths, though with a Walk Score of 37, most errands are going to require a car or a ride.
Ms. Susan Crow serves as General Manager. What is established is a long-operating, mixed-level facility in a quieter corner of Olympia, close enough to a major hospital to matter.
43 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 37 / 100 Rank #425 / 626Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 425th out of 626 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Washington that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
ContactMs. Susan Crow, General Manager (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)
Specific ProgramsCamp Firwood, Fircreek Day Camp, Forest School, Radicle + Rooted, Retreats
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
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2.6 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Olympia's city center to The Firs's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 0.29 miles to nearest hospital (Providence St. Peter Hospital)
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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.
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| The Firs | IL | Olympia | - | No |
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Independent Living in Washington
The Firs is located in Olympia, Washington State.
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Firs
Is The Firs in a walkable area?
The Firs has a walk score of 37. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
How long has The Firs been in business?
The Firs has been operating for approximately 43 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at The Firs?
No, The Firs has a no-pet policy.
Are there photos of The Firs?
Yes — there are 9 photos of The Firs in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of The Firs?
The Firs is located at 426 Lilly Rd Ne, Olympia, WA 98506.
What is the phone number of The Firs?
(360) 733-6840 will put you in contact with the team at The Firs.
Does The Firs provide medical or personal care assistance?
No — The Firs is an independent living community. Residents live on their own in private apartments with access to amenities, dining, and social activities.
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