Brookdale Nine Mile

Brookdale Nine Mile

Brookdale Nine Mile accepts Medicaid.
Brookdale Nine Mile accepts Medicaid.

Overview of Brookdale Nine Mile

Brookdale Nine Mile provides memory care in Spokane, Washington, with a secured setting and supervision for residents living with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia. Located in the Balboa neighborhood, the community may be a good fit for someone who needs memory support in an environment designed to reduce wandering risks.

The community has 60 beds. Studio residences provide each resident with a single private living space, while Medicaid gives eligible residents another way to pay when personal savings may not cover a long stay.

Secured entrances and exits help support supervised movement in and out of the building, and an enclosed courtyard gives residents access to outdoor space within that setting. Engaging programs provide scheduled activities on site, and pets are allowed, so a resident may be able to continue living with a pet.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 60 Rank #140 / 203Bed count — State benchmarkedThis memory care community is ranked 140th out of 203 memory care communities 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 compare like with like: every memory care community we track in Washington that reports data for that category. Memory care 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.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Years of operating Info A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #26 / 74Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis memory care community is ranked 26th out of 74 memory care communities we track in Washington for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Washington facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every memory care community we track in Washington that reports data for that category. Memory care 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.
27 years
Walk Score Info Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options. Rank #259 / 296Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis memory care community is ranked 259th out of 296 memory care communities 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 compare like with like: every memory care community we track in Washington that reports data for that category. Memory care 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.
17 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available. Rank #52 / 164Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis memory care community is ranked 52nd out of 164 memory care communities we track in Washington for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Washington average, with its Statewide rank out of 164. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every memory care community we track in Washington that reports data for that category. Memory care 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.
83.3% This home usually has availability
Higher than the Washington average: 76.5%
Occupied beds
50 / 60
BBB Rating Info An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeBoarding Home
StatusOperating
ExpirationDecember 31, 2026
CountySpokane
License Number1698

Safety & Compliance

Secured Perimeter

Leadership

ContactDawson, Josephine L. (per state records, record updated Jul 2026)

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Courtyard
Touring HoursMon - Fri: 8am - 9pm CT / Sat: 9am - 5:30pm CT

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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 data and the state inspection reports we hold on file. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.
58 deficiencies 20 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 1 Worse Metrics worse than Washington average:
• Total deficiencies (107% above)
1 Better Metrics better than Washington average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (6% below)

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. 5828.0 This facility has 107% more total deficiencies than a typical Washington assisted living residence (58 vs. WA avg 28).↑ 107% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 2.93.1 This facility has 6% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Washington assisted living residence (2.9 vs. WA avg 3.1).↓ 6% better

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. 209.0 This facility has had 122% more total inspections than the Washington average (20 vs. WA avg 9). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 122% more

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio

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Building Type: Single-story

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Brookdale Nine Mile

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Address 6.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Spokane's city center to Brookdale Nine Mile's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Memory Care around Spokane

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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
Bishop Place
MC
AL
IL
Pullman (Pioneer Hill)
121
Facility 121
WA AVG 82
Rank #26 / 203
Yes
42
Facility 42
WA AVG 51
Rank #192 / 296
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
86.8%
Facility 86.8%
WA AVG 76.5%
Rank #35 / 164
-8
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 183
52
Facility 52
WA AVG 31
Rank #150 / 182
6.5
Facility 6.5
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #167 / 182
Riverview Retirement Community
MC
AL
CCRC
HC
HOS
IL
Spokane (Logan)
110
Facility 110
WA AVG 82
Rank #39 / 203
Yes
31
Facility 31
WA AVG 51
Rank #227 / 296
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
WA AVG 76.5%
Rank #1 / 164
-9
3
Facility 3
WA AVG 8
Rank #138 / 183
9
Facility 9
WA AVG 31
Rank #48 / 182
1.0
Facility 1.0
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #31 / 182
Fairwood Retirement Village & Assisted Living
MC
AL
IL
Spokane (Fairwood)
100
Facility 100
WA AVG 82
Rank #56 / 203
No
46
Facility 46
WA AVG 51
Rank #172 / 296
1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
72.0%
Facility 72.0%
WA AVG 76.5%
Rank #111 / 164
A+5
2
Facility 2
WA AVG 8
Rank #108 / 183
43
Facility 43
WA AVG 31
Rank #143 / 182
8.6
Facility 8.6
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #176 / 182
Brookdale Nine Mile
MC
Spokane (Balboa)
60
Facility 60
WA AVG 82
Rank #140 / 203
Yes
17
Facility 17
WA AVG 51
Rank #259 / 296
Studio
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
WA AVG 76.5%
Rank #52 / 164
A+20
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 183
58
Facility 58
WA AVG 31
Rank #156 / 182
2.9
Facility 2.9
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #105 / 182
Brighton Court Assisted Living
MC
AL
Spokane Valley (Opportunity)
55
Facility 55
WA AVG 82
Rank #156 / 203
No
44
Facility 44
WA AVG 51
Rank #180 / 296
-
78.2%
Facility 78.2%
WA AVG 76.5%
Rank #84 / 164
A+10
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 183
33
Facility 33
WA AVG 31
Rank #120 / 182
3.3
Facility 3.3
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #119 / 182

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each memory care community is ranked against every other WA memory care community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

Financial Assistance for
Memory Care in Washington

Brookdale Nine Mile is located in Spokane, 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 Brookdale Nine Mile

What neighborhood is Brookdale Nine Mile in?

Brookdale Nine Mile is in the Balboa neighborhood of Spokane.

Is Brookdale Nine Mile in a walkable area?

Brookdale Nine Mile has a walk score of 17. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Brookdale Nine Mile?

According to WA state health department records, Brookdale Nine Mile's license number is 1698.

When does Brookdale Nine Mile's license expire?

According to WA state health department records, Brookdale Nine Mile's license expires on December 31, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at Brookdale Nine Mile?

Brookdale Nine Mile's occupancy is 83.3%.

How long has Brookdale Nine Mile been in business?

Brookdale Nine Mile has been operating for approximately 27 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Brookdale Nine Mile?

Yes, Brookdale Nine Mile allows residents to bring their pets.

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