Emerald City Senior Living
Memory Care · Bellevue, WA

Emerald City Senior Living

Memory Care · Bellevue, WA
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Emerald City Senior Living accepts Medicaid.

Overview of Emerald City Senior Living

Emerald City Senior Living is an energetic community that ensures you are receiving the best quality of life in terms of assistance and independence. Offering assisted living with memory care emerges a vibrant social environment where residents can build new connections and make meaningful relationships with staff and other residents. Emerald City is a sophisticated warm and welcoming atmosphere that makes residents feel like family in their newfound home.
Emerald City ensures a comfortable and home-like environment that is built with resort-style hospitality: a clean-look private dining room, restaurant-style dining, club room, fitness center, library, and media room– few of the features that encourage social and recreational engagement. Safety is also their top priority as well; boasting their security equipment that helps with health measurements in elevating the approach to limit illness exposure. Their helpful services that promote a convenient and easy living include nurse supervision, transportation, maintenance, housekeeping and laundry services, pharmacy partner, social events, and 24-hour on-site wellness staff.

(206) 659-4557
Bed community size
119-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 62 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
92%
Higher than the Washington average: 72.5%
Occupied beds
109 / 119
Average residents per home in Washington 73 per day

License Details

Facility TypeBoarding Home
StatusOperating
ExpirationJuly 31, 2026
CountyKing
License Number2696

Staffing

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

Leadership

ContactLawrence M. Eiseman

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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 2024 · 2 years of data 42 deficiencies

Inspection Scorecard Info 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.

Since 2024 vs. Washington state average
Latest Inspection October 31, 2025 Complaint Investigation

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

MetricThis FacilityWA Averagevs. WA Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 4231 This facility has 35% more total deficiencies than a typical Washington assisted living residence (42 vs. WA avg 31). Click this badge to view the full Washington ranking.↑ 35% worse
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2024. 2115.5 This facility has 35% more deficiencies per year than a typical Washington assisted living residence (21 vs. WA avg 15.5). Click this badge to view the full Washington ranking.↑ 35% worse

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

The most recent inspection on October 31, 2025, found deficiencies related to failure to implement mental health and emergency policies for a resident with suicidal behavior, resulting in a substantiated complaint and a civil fine. Earlier inspections showed recurring issues with medication administration, staff training, safe storage of supplies, infection control, and emergency preparedness, with several enforcement actions including civil fines. Main themes across reports included medication management problems, failure to follow care plans and safety protocols, and inadequate staff training. Multiple complaint investigations were substantiated, particularly concerning medication refusals, missed doses, and mental health care deficiencies, while some allegations such as abuse and verbal mistreatment were unsubstantiated. The facility’s inspection history shows ongoing challenges with compliance, especially in medication and mental health services, with some periods of correction followed by recurring deficiencies.

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Financial Assistance for
Memory Care in Washington

Emerald City Senior Living is located in Seattle, Washington.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Washington.

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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

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Address 6.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Seattle's city center to Emerald City Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 2.45 miles to nearest hospital (Seattle Children's Heart Center)

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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.

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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.

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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.

HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

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.

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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.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Emerald City Senior Living

What neighborhood is Emerald City Senior Living in?

Emerald City Senior Living is in the Maple Leaf neighborhood of Seattle.

Is Emerald City Senior Living in a walkable area?

Emerald City Senior Living has a walk score of 62. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of Emerald City Senior Living?

According to WA state health department records, Emerald City Senior Living's license number is 2696.

When does Emerald City Senior Living's license expire?

According to WA state health department records, Emerald City Senior Living's license expires on July 31, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at Emerald City Senior Living?

Emerald City Senior Living's occupancy is 92%.

How many beds does Emerald City Senior Living have?

Emerald City Senior Living has 119 beds.

What is the phone number of Emerald City Senior Living?

(206) 659-4557 will put you in contact with the team at Emerald City Senior Living.

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