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Nestled in a charming harbor town with local wineries and eclectic farm-to-table restaurants, Brookdale Harbor Bay is a premier senior living community offering specialized Alzheimer’s and dementia care. The community is built from the ground up to meet the unique requirements of dementia care, with highly-trained staff specially chosen for their ability to work with seniors with Alzheimer’s and other cognitive challenges. Residents can enjoy cozy apartments with plenty of natural light and a full calendar of events and activities tailored to their needs, with trained dementia care staff on-site 24/7.
At Brookdale Harbor Bay, the memory care program aims to open up residents’ worlds with new relationships and activities, providing daily experiences to create a sense of meaning and purpose through consistent care assignments whenever possible. The community offers the Clare Bridge program for mid to late stages of dementia and the Solace program for the advanced stages, delivering purposeful programs with compassionate care. Residents can enjoy a range of engaging activities, from fitness classes and salon visits to gardening and live music, while dining is tailored to their needs, with dementia-friendly menus, nutritious meals, and personalized assistance.
Lower than the Washington average: 72.5%Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
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.
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | WA Average | vs. WA Avg |
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 12 | 31 | This facility has 61% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Washington assisted living residence (12 vs. WA avg 31).↓ 61% better |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2023.
| 4 | 10.3 | This facility has 61% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Washington assisted living residence (4 vs. WA avg 10.3).↓ 61% better |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The most recent inspection on February 26, 2025, found no deficiencies and confirmed correction of prior medication administration issues. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of deficiencies including medication errors that led to missed doses and resident hospitalization, as well as fire safety violations related to maintenance and documentation. A substantiated complaint investigation in 2025 identified neglect connected to failure to administer prescribed seizure medication. No fines, immediate jeopardy findings, or license actions were listed in the available reports. The trend shows improvement, with follow-up inspections in late 2024 and early 2025 confirming correction of previously cited deficiencies.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
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Room Sizes: 234 / 468 sq. ft.
Housing Options: Shared Studio / Private Suite / 2 Bed
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
13.3 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Gig Harbor's city center to Brookdale Harbor Bay's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 8.54 miles to nearest hospital (MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital)
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Brookdale Harbor Bay is located in Gig Harbor, Washington.
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The information below is reported by the Washington Department of Social and Health Services, Residential Care Services.
| Meridian at Stone Creek |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Milton (South 376Th Street) | 188 | No | 3 | Shared Studio / Private Suite / 2 Bed |
35.6%
Facility
35.6%
WA AVG
73.3%
Rank
#278 / 290 | B- | 29 | -
Facility
-
WA AVG
2
Rank
#1 / 284 | 130
Facility
130
WA AVG
30.3
Rank
#283 / 284 | 4.5
Facility
4.5
WA AVG
4.4
Rank
#159 / 284 |
| Normandy Park Senior Living |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Normandy Park (1St Avenue South) | 120 | No | 16 | Shared Studio / Private Suite / 2 Bed | - | - | 1 | -
Facility
-
WA AVG
2
Rank
#1 / 284 | 12
Facility
12
WA AVG
30.3
Rank
#62 / 284 | 12.0
Facility
12.0
WA AVG
4.4
Rank
#281 / 284 |
| Prestige Senior Living Auburn Meadows |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Auburn (22Nd Street Northeast) | 110 | No | 45 | Shared Studio / Private Suite / 2 Bed |
85.5%
Facility
85.5%
WA AVG
73.3%
Rank
#72 / 290 | A+ | 8 | -
Facility
-
WA AVG
2
Rank
#1 / 284 | 69
Facility
69
WA AVG
30.3
Rank
#266 / 284 | 8.6
Facility
8.6
WA AVG
4.4
Rank
#265 / 284 |
| 6th Avenue Senior Living |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Tacoma (North End) | 110 | No | 89 | Shared Studio / Private Suite / 2 Bed | - | - | 4 | 2
Facility
2
WA AVG
2
Rank
#166 / 284 | 9
Facility
9
WA AVG
30.3
Rank
#46 / 284 | 2.3
Facility
2.3
WA AVG
4.4
Rank
#53 / 284 |
| Brookdale Harbor Bay |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Gig Harbor | 44 | No | 43 | Shared Studio / Private Suite / 2 Bed |
52.3%
Facility
52.3%
WA AVG
73.3%
Rank
#261 / 290 | A+ | 3 | -
Facility
-
WA AVG
2
Rank
#1 / 284 | 12
Facility
12
WA AVG
30.3
Rank
#62 / 284 | 4.0
Facility
4.0
WA AVG
4.4
Rank
#131 / 284 |
Brookdale Harbor Bay has a walk score of 43. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
According to WA state health department records, Brookdale Harbor Bay's license number is 1912.
According to WA state health department records, Brookdale Harbor Bay's license expires on February 28, 2026.
Brookdale Harbor Bay's occupancy is 52%.
Yes — see the floorplan options available at Brookdale Harbor Bay on this page.
Brookdale Harbor Bay has 44 beds.
(253) 858-7790 will put you in contact with the team at Brookdale Harbor Bay.
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