Avamere at Pacific Ridge
Avamere at Pacific Ridge is a Nursing Home in Washington
Avamere at Pacific Ridge is a Nursing Home in Washington
Avamere at Pacific Ridge
Avamere at Pacific Ridge is a Nursing Home in Washington
Avamere at Pacific Ridge is a Nursing Home in Washington
Avamere at Pacific Ridge is focused on promoting an active lifestyle for their skilled nursing and rehabilitation residents. The award-winning senior care promotes an environment where residents are able to celebrate their individuality and independence. Avamere at Pacific Ridge has welcomed seniors and families to their beautiful community that has been thoughtfully designed to have a wonderful time during their golden years.
The lifestyle at Avamere is enriching and engaging with daily activities for seniors to take part in as a way to stimulate their holistic development. Personalized care is delivered with compassion, regular wellness checks, and safety and security in every room; as well as having a 24-hour healthcare professional on-site, a nurse call system, and an on-site therapist– all designed to enhance the lives of residents.
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Occupancy levels track close to the statewide midpoint, indicating balanced availability. Bed capacity aligns with the typical community size in the state, allowing steady admissions. Resident stays are comparable to other state facilities, implying stable turnover.
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Home revenue lands near the state median, signaling steady but not standout inflows. Payroll outlays align with state averages, keeping staffing resources on par with peers. Total income exceeds the majority of state facilities, highlighting strong profitability.
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Medicare nights run higher than most peers, indicating robust short-stay referrals. Medicaid nights fall below most peers, pointing to lighter Medicaid reliance. Private pay nights lead the state, showing strong demand from market-rate residents.
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The information below is reported by the Washington Department of Social and Health Services, Residential Care Services.For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 9 | 8.5 | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 24 | 9.5 | No |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 80 | 7.3 | No |
Staff by Category
Contractor Analysis
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 80 | 0 | 80 | 21,253 | 91 | 100% | 7.3 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 24 | 0 | 24 | 8,287 | 91 | 100% | 9.5 |
| Registered Nurse | 9 | 0 | 9 | 2,108 | 91 | 100% | 8.5 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 14 | 0 | 14 | 981 | 89 | 98% | 7.5 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 4 | 0 | 4 | 810 | 64 | 70% | 7 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 742 | 67 | 74% | 8.5 |
| Dietitian | 2 | 0 | 2 | 710 | 64 | 70% | 6.9 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 2 | 0 | 2 | 595 | 67 | 74% | 6.8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 540 | 63 | 69% | 8.6 |
| Administrator | 2 | 0 | 2 | 528 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 504 | 63 | 69% | 8 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 390 | 53 | 58% | 6.8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 3 | 0 | 3 | 376 | 62 | 68% | 4.4 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 3 | 0 | 3 | 349 | 59 | 65% | 5.9 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 5 | 0 | 5 | 329 | 43 | 47% | 6.7 |
| Dental Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 292 | 38 | 42% | 7.7 |
| Therapeutic Recreation Specialist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 273 | 64 | 70% | 4.3 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 4 | 0 | 4 | 266 | 55 | 60% | 4.4 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 4 | 0 | 4 | 198 | 30 | 33% | 6.2 |
| Feeding Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 168 | 28 | 31% | 6 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 3 | 3 | 63 | 9 | 10% | 6.9 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 61 | 21 | 23% | 2.9 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 3 | 0 | 3 | 32 | 9 | 10% | 3.6 |
| Other Physician | 0 | 2 | 2 | 30 | 15 | 16% | 2 |
Health Inspection History
Source: CMS Health Citations (Mar 2023 – May 2025)
Citation Severity Distribution
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Recent Citations (Last 3 Years)
| Date | Severity ? | Category | Tag | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 20, 2025 | D | Resident Rights | F0627 | Corrected |
| Mar 27, 2025 | D | Abuse/Neglect | F0604 | Corrected |
| Mar 27, 2025 | E | Infection Control | F0880 | Corrected |
| Mar 27, 2025 | E | Infection Control | F0883 | Corrected |
| Mar 27, 2025 | E | Infection Control | F0887 | Corrected |
| Mar 27, 2025 | E | Nursing Services | F0947 | Corrected |
| Mar 27, 2025 | F | Nutrition | F0805 | Corrected |
| Mar 27, 2025 | F | Nutrition | F0812 | Corrected |
| Mar 27, 2025 | E | Pharmacy | F0756 | Corrected |
| Mar 27, 2025 | E | Pharmacy | F0758 | Corrected |
| Mar 27, 2025 | E | Pharmacy | F0761 | Corrected |
| Mar 27, 2025 | E | Quality of Care | F0677 | Corrected |
| Mar 27, 2025 | D | Quality of Care | F0679 | Corrected |
| Mar 27, 2025 | D | Quality of Care | F0684 | Corrected |
| Mar 27, 2025 | D | Quality of Care | F0688 | Corrected |
| Mar 27, 2025 | D | Quality of Care | F0689 | Corrected |
| Mar 27, 2025 | D | Quality of Care | F0692 | Corrected |
| Mar 27, 2025 | D | Quality of Care | F0791 | Corrected |
| Mar 27, 2025 | D | Care Planning | F0640 | Corrected |
| Mar 27, 2025 | D | Care Planning | F0641 | Corrected |
| Mar 27, 2025 | F | Care Planning | F0645 | Corrected |
| Mar 27, 2025 | D | Care Planning | F0656 | Corrected |
| Mar 27, 2025 | D | Care Planning | F0657 | Corrected |
| Mar 27, 2025 | D | Care Planning | F0658 | Corrected |
| Mar 27, 2025 | D | Resident Rights | F0552 | Corrected |
| Mar 27, 2025 | D | Resident Rights | F0578 | Corrected |
| Mar 27, 2025 | E | Resident Rights | F0584 | Corrected |
| Mar 27, 2025 | E | Resident Rights | F0625 | Corrected |
| Jan 17, 2025 | G | Quality of Care | F0693 | Corrected |
| Jul 19, 2024 | G | Quality of Care | F0689 | Corrected |
| Apr 26, 2024 | E | Environmental | F0919 | Corrected |
| Apr 26, 2024 | E | Pharmacy | F0755 | Corrected |
| Apr 26, 2024 | D | Pharmacy | F0757 | Corrected |
| Apr 26, 2024 | E | Pharmacy | F0758 | Corrected |
| Apr 26, 2024 | E | Pharmacy | F0761 | Corrected |
| Apr 26, 2024 | D | Quality of Care | F0684 | Corrected |
| Apr 26, 2024 | D | Quality of Care | F0692 | Corrected |
| Apr 26, 2024 | E | Quality of Care | F0693 | Corrected |
| Apr 26, 2024 | D | Care Planning | F0641 | Corrected |
| Apr 26, 2024 | D | Care Planning | F0658 | Corrected |
| Apr 26, 2024 | E | Resident Rights | F0584 | Corrected |
| Apr 26, 2024 | D | Resident Rights | F0585 | Corrected |
| Apr 26, 2024 | C | Resident Rights | F0623 | Corrected |
| Apr 26, 2024 | B | Resident Rights | F0625 | Corrected |
| Sep 28, 2023 | D | Quality of Care | F0691 | Corrected |
| Jun 06, 2023 | D | Care Planning | F0660 | Corrected |
| Mar 21, 2023 | D | Abuse/Neglect | F0609 | Corrected |
| Mar 21, 2023 | E | Infection Control | F0880 | Corrected |
| Mar 21, 2023 | E | Infection Control | F0883 | Corrected |
| Mar 21, 2023 | E | Infection Control | F0887 | Corrected |
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
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Claim What’s Yours: Financial Aid for Washington Seniors
- 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.).
- 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).
- 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.
- 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.
- 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%).
- 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).
- 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.
- 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.
- 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).
- 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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