Inspection Reports for Brookdale Everett

The Department completed a follow-up inspection of the Assisted Living Facility to verify correction of previously cited deficiencies.

The follow-up inspection found no deficiencies and confirmed that the facility meets Assisted Living Facility licensing requirements. Previous deficiencies related to maintenance, housekeeping, and background checks were corrected.

The inspection was conducted to investigate a complaint (#171133) regarding a fire incident at the facility.

The investigation found that a resident was on fire due to smoking in a non-smoking area, resulting in injury to one resident and no staff injuries. No sprinkler activation or evacuation of other residents occurred. The facility was also cited for failure to prohibit smoking within 25 feet of entrances and operable windows.

Complaint #171133 was substantiated. The fire cause is unknown and under investigation by the Snohomish County Fire Marshal's Office. One resident was injured; no staff were injured. No sprinkler activation occurred, and no other residents were evacuated.

The Office of the State Fire Marshal conducted a fire safety inspection at the residential care facility Brookdale Everett on 05/07/2024.

The inspection identified combustible storage in the mechanical furnace room near room 227 and a through penetration of the ceiling assembly next to the smoke detector near room 110. Some issues related to emergency lighting and power systems were corrected during the inspection.

The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation based on allegations regarding food service issues, bathing frequency, housekeeping, and cleanliness at the Assisted Living Facility Brookdale Everett.

The investigation found that the facility had a weekly menu including fruits and vegetables and provided warm meals on time. Bathing frequency for the Named Resident was increased and skin care was provided. However, housekeeping and maintenance failed to keep resident living quarters safe and sanitary, with clutter, unwashed dishes, and odors contributing to safety hazards and diminished quality of life. A failed provider practice was identified and citations were written.

The complaint investigation was substantiated with findings of noncompliance related to housekeeping and maintenance issues affecting resident safety and quality of life.

The Office of the State Fire Marshal conducted an inspection at the Brookdale Everett residential care facility to assess compliance with fire safety and life safety code requirements.

The facility was found to have multiple violations including combustible materials stored too close to the ceiling, lack of documentation for semi-annual hood cleaning, annual fire resistance inspection, internal piping inspection, dry system trip test, annual system testing, smoke detector sensitivity testing, monthly carbon monoxide detector testing, non-illuminated exit signs, and lack of documentation for emergency generator servicing. The facility's approval status was disapproved due to these violations.