Avalon Federal Way Care Center

Avalon Federal Way Care Center is a Nursing Home in Washington

Avalon Federal Way Care… is a Nursing Home in Washington

Avalon Federal Way Care Center

135 South 336th St, Federal Way, WA 98003 View Map

Avalon Federal Way Care Center is a Nursing Home in Washington

Avalon Federal Way Care… is a Nursing Home in Washington

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Overview of Avalon Federal Way Care Center

An unsurpassed luxurious senior living community in Tacoma aimed to make residents feel not only at home but feel like family, and considered one of the premier nursing homes– Avalon Care Center at Federal Way is where convenience and comfort are balanced. The community ensures a results-driven approach to recovery where its well-trained staff is committed to quality care. Avalon Care Center puts its residents at the heart of its mission. 
Specializing in short-term rehabilitation, the skilled nursing community offers an array of comprehensive services designed to boost a speedy recovery. A list of their points of excellence includes wound care, support services, and therapy (occupational, speech, and physical). 

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Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Nurse hours per resident 4.11/day
Overall rating Info Based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
2/5
Health Inspection Info Based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
2/5
Staffing Info Based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
4/5
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical outcomes for residents.
4/5

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 120

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Washington average
Occupancy rate 81.4%
Residents per day (avg) 106
Occupancy rate
81.4%
Residents per day (avg)
106

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mix of rehab and long-term care

This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

35% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 5 - 6 months

Private pay

62% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 25 days

Medicaid

3% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 1 years

Finances and operations

Voluntary non-profit home
Church
Home revenue
$21.6M
Deficit of revenue
-$1.6M
Voluntary non-profit home Church
Home revenue
$21,642,195.00
Deficit of revenue
$-1,647,565.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$4.8M
22.3% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$18.5M
Total costs $23.3M
Years in operation
23 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 49 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A- (Not Accredited)
An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
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Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

Contact: Ms. Sandy Wilkinson, Administrator
Contact Avalon Federal Way Care Center

Comparison Chart

The information below is reported by the Washington Department of Social and Health Services, Residential Care Services.
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Address 1.8 miles from city center

Address 135 South 336th St, Federal Way, WA 98003

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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

181
Total Staff
132
Employees
49
Contractors
49,290
Total Hours (Quarter)
69
Avg Staff/Day
7.9
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse269.6 Yes
Licensed Practical Nurse269.8 Yes
Certified Nursing Assistant727.5 Yes
Staff by Category
Administration
1 staff
8hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
127 staff
8.2hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
11 staff
8hs shift avg
Therapy Services
33 staff
5.4hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services
2 staff
4.6hs shift avg
Dietary Services
4 staff
7.6hs shift avg
Other Services
3 staff
8.4hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
8.2%
of total hours from contractors
4,054 contractor hours this quarter
Licensed Practical Nurse: 7 Certified Nursing Assistant: 2 Speech Language Pathologist: 10 Registered Nurse: 6 Physical Therapy Aide: 8 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 8 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1 Physical Therapy Assistant: 3 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 2 Qualified Social Worker: 2
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant7027223,47491100%7.5
Licensed Practical Nurse197268,43991100%9.8
Registered Nurse206265,71991100%9.6
Clinical Nurse Specialist100102,8647279%8
Speech Language Pathologist010101,4028998%5.6
Physical Therapy Aide0889308290%6
Mental Health Service Worker2029066875%8.6
RN Director of Nursing2027936673%7.8
Other Dietary Services Staff3037478796%7.6
Physical Therapy Assistant0336137279%6.2
Dietitian1015076774%7.6
Nurse Practitioner1014886167%8
Administrator1014645864%8
Dental Services Staff1014545763%8
Occupational Therapy Aide1124295864%7.3
Nurse Aide in Training1014205662%7.5
Respiratory Therapy Technician0883186470%4.4
Qualified Social Worker0222605763%4.6
Occupational Therapy Assistant022636167%1

Health Inspection History

Source: CMS Health Citations (Oct 2021 – Nov 2024)

4
Inspections
78
Total Citations
0
Critical (J-L)
0
Serious (G-I)
19.5
Citations/Inspection
Nov 2024
Last Inspection
Citation Severity Distribution
Minor (A-C)
2
Moderate (D-F)
76
Serious (G-I)
0
Critical (J-L)
0
What do these levels mean?
Top Deficiency Categories
Quality of Life & Care
24
31% of total
Resident Rights
17
22% of total
Pharmacy Services
10
13% of total
Administration
5
6% of total
Infection Control
4
5% of total
Environmental
1
1% of total
Citation Sources
Standard Inspections 77
Complaint Investigations 1
State Comparison (WA)
Avg Citations (State)
48.9
This Facility: 78
Avg Critical (State)
0.3
This Facility: 0
Recent Citations (Last 3 Years)
DateSeverity ?CategoryTagStatus
Nov 05, 2024 D Quality of CareF0700 Corrected
Jul 24, 2024 E Infection ControlF0880 Corrected
Jul 24, 2024 F Infection ControlF0881 Corrected
Jul 24, 2024 E NutritionF0812 Corrected
Jul 24, 2024 D PharmacyF0756 Corrected
Jul 24, 2024 D PharmacyF0758 Corrected
Jul 24, 2024 D PharmacyF0759 Corrected
Jul 24, 2024 D PharmacyF0761 Corrected
Jul 24, 2024 D Quality of CareF0676 Corrected
Jul 24, 2024 D Quality of CareF0677 Corrected
Jul 24, 2024 D Quality of CareF0684 Corrected
Jul 24, 2024 D Quality of CareF0686 Corrected
Jul 24, 2024 E Quality of CareF0688 Corrected
Jul 24, 2024 D Quality of CareF0689 Corrected
Jul 24, 2024 D Quality of CareF0700 Corrected
Jul 24, 2024 D Care PlanningF0637 Corrected
Jul 24, 2024 D Care PlanningF0645 Corrected
Jul 24, 2024 E Care PlanningF0657 Corrected
Jul 24, 2024 D Care PlanningF0658 Corrected
Jul 24, 2024 D Resident RightsF0552 Corrected
Jul 24, 2024 D Resident RightsF0578 Corrected
Jul 24, 2024 D Resident RightsF0585 Corrected
Jul 24, 2024 D Resident RightsF0622 Corrected
Jul 24, 2024 E Resident RightsF0623 Corrected
Jul 24, 2024 D Resident RightsF0625 Corrected
Apr 28, 2023 E AdministrationF0940 Corrected
Apr 28, 2023 F EnvironmentalF0908 Corrected
Apr 28, 2023 E NutritionF0804 Corrected
Apr 28, 2023 D PharmacyF0755 Corrected
Apr 28, 2023 D PharmacyF0758 Corrected
Apr 28, 2023 D Quality of CareF0684 Corrected
Apr 28, 2023 D Quality of CareF0690 Corrected
Apr 28, 2023 E Resident RightsF0569 Corrected
Apr 28, 2023 D Resident RightsF0582 Corrected
Apr 28, 2023 E Resident RightsF0623 Corrected
Apr 28, 2023 E Resident RightsF0625 Corrected
Oct 14, 2021 D AdministrationF0770 Corrected
Oct 14, 2021 E AdministrationF0838 Corrected
Oct 14, 2021 D AdministrationF0849 Corrected
Oct 14, 2021 E AdministrationF0867 Corrected
Oct 14, 2021 D Infection ControlF0880 Corrected
Oct 14, 2021 F Infection ControlF0886 Corrected
Oct 14, 2021 B Nursing ServicesF0732 Corrected
Oct 14, 2021 D NutritionF0805 Corrected
Oct 14, 2021 E NutritionF0806 Corrected
Oct 14, 2021 D NutritionF0810 Corrected
Oct 14, 2021 E PharmacyF0756 Corrected
Oct 14, 2021 D PharmacyF0757 Corrected
Oct 14, 2021 D PharmacyF0758 Corrected
Oct 14, 2021 E PharmacyF0761 Corrected

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Ownership: For-Profit Corporation
Part of: Avalon Health Care, INC.
Resident Census by Payment Source
97 Total Residents
Medicare 27 (27.8%)
Medicaid 58 (59.8%)
Private Pay/Other 12 (12.4%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Family Engagement

Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.

Quality Measures

CMS quality measures assess care quality for long-stay and short-stay residents. Lower percentages generally indicate better outcomes for most measures.

Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare (Data as of Jan 2026)

High-Risk Clinical Events
9.1 Score
9% better than avg Washington avg: 10.0

Composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and ADL decline

Functional Decline
16.4 Score
21% better than avg Washington avg: 20.9

Composite score based on ADL decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence

Long-Stay Resident Measures

Measures for residents who stay 101 days or more. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care.

Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
11.1%
Lost Too Much Weight
3.8%
Urinary Tract Infection
1.8%
Depressive Symptoms
4.1%
Falls with Major Injury
4.7%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
87.7%
Antipsychotic Use
12.3%
Walking Ability Worsened
16.9%
Influenza Vaccine
94.9%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
8.9%
Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
21.2%
Short-Stay Resident Measures

Measures for residents who stay 100 days or less (typically rehabilitation patients).

Pneumococcal Vaccine
80.0% 9% worse than avg Washington: 88.1%
Short-Stay Residents Who Received a New Antipsychotic Medication
0.8% 46% better than avg Washington: 1.4%
Influenza Vaccine
86.6% 6% better than avg Washington: 82.0%

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Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Community Options Program Entry System (COPES)
WA Medicaid COPES
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: High demand in urban areas (e.g., Seattle).
  • Services: 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
  • General: Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia), Washington resident.
  • Income Limits: No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
  • Asset Limits: Not applicable.
  • WA Specifics: High urban demand; rural outreach.
  • Services: 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
Official government program page
  • General: Age 65+ (or disabled 18+), 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 Specifics: Broader than COPES; serves ~20,000; self-directed option.
  • Services: Personal care (4-6 hours/day), respite (~240 hours/year), assistive devices, training, transportation.
Older Americans Act (OAA) Services
Washington OAA Services
  • General: Age 60+, WA resident; no income/asset limits.
  • Income Limits (2025): None; donations encouraged.
  • Asset Limits: Not assessed.
  • WA Specifics: 13 AAAs; includes Meals on Wheels; rural focus.
  • Services: Meals (~$5-$7/meal), transportation, homemaker services (~4 hours/week), respite (~5 days/year), legal aid.
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
Washington Medicare Savings Program
Official government program page
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.
  • Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
Washington LIHEAP
  • General: Age 60+ prioritized, WA resident, low-income household.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$3,970/month (185% FPL).
  • Asset Limits: Not assessed.
  • WA Specifics: Covers gas, electric, wood; emergency aid available.
  • Services: Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season), crisis aid ($500 max).
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
Washington SCSEP
  • General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, WA resident.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
  • Asset Limits: Not specified.
  • WA Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.
  • Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits
Washington VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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 Specifics: High veteran use; supports rural/urban needs.
  • Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs.
Senior Citizens Property Tax Exemption
Washington Senior Property Tax Exemption
Official government program page
  • General: Age 61+ or disabled retiree, 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 Specifics: Saves ~$500-$1,500/year; offered statewide.
  • Services: Tax exemption (~$500-$1,500/year depending on county).
Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)
  • General: Age 60+, WA resident, low-income.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$2,322/month (185% FPL).
  • Asset Limits: Not assessed.
  • WA Specifics: Vouchers (~$80/season); serves ~20,000 via AAAs.
  • Services: Vouchers (~$80/season) for produce at farmers’ markets.

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WA Medicaid COPES

Community Options Program Entry System (COPES)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics:
    High demand in urban areas (e.g., Seattle).
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), adult day care ($70/day), home modifications ($1,500 avg.).
WA NFCSP

Washington Family Caregiver Support Program

Requirements:
  • General:
    Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia), Washington resident.
  • Income Limits:
    No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
  • Asset Limits:
    Not applicable.
  • WA Specifics:
    High urban demand; rural outreach.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: In-home respite (4-6 hours/day), adult day care (~$70/day), short-term facility care (up to 5 days).
Washington Community First Choice

Community First Choice (CFC)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ (or disabled 18+), 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 Specifics:
    Broader than COPES; serves ~20,000; self-directed option.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Personal care (4-6 hours/day), respite (~240 hours/year), assistive devices, training, transportation.
Washington OAA Services

Older Americans Act (OAA) Services

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 60+, WA resident; no income/asset limits.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    None; donations encouraged.
  • Asset Limits:
    Not assessed.
  • WA Specifics:
    13 AAAs; includes Meals on Wheels; rural focus.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Meals (~$5-$7/meal), transportation, homemaker services (~4 hours/week), respite (~5 days/year), legal aid.
Washington Medicare Savings Program

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics:
    Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Washington LIHEAP

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 60+ prioritized, WA resident, low-income household.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$3,970/month (185% FPL).
  • Asset Limits:
    Not assessed.
  • WA Specifics:
    Covers gas, electric, wood; emergency aid available.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season), crisis aid ($500 max).
Washington SCSEP

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, WA resident.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
  • Asset Limits:
    Not specified.
  • WA Specifics:
    Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
Washington VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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 Specifics:
    High veteran use; supports rural/urban needs.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs.
Washington Senior Property Tax Exemption

Senior Citizens Property Tax Exemption

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 61+ or disabled retiree, 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 Specifics:
    Saves ~$500-$1,500/year; offered statewide.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Tax exemption (~$500-$1,500/year depending on county).
Washington SFMNP

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 60+, WA resident, low-income.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$2,322/month (185% FPL).
  • Asset Limits:
    Not assessed.
  • WA Specifics:
    Vouchers (~$80/season); serves ~20,000 via AAAs.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Vouchers (~$80/season) for produce at farmers’ markets.
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