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Situated in the tranquil heart of Federal Way, Washington, GenCare Lifestyle offers an invigorating fresh start that promises excitement and inspiration. This newly renovated senior living community stands out from the rest. Residents embark on a fulfilling lifestyle enriched by the innovative Whole Life Living™ program, a personalized and comprehensive wellness approach.
Whether embracing independent or assisted living, GenCare extends tailored support to help residents flourish across all facets of life. The community’s prime location is an ideal backdrop, surrounded by convenient access to shops, restaurants, the performing arts center, and scenic parks.
Higher 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.
| 43 | 31 | This facility has 39% more total deficiencies than a typical Washington assisted living residence (43 vs. WA avg 31).↑ 39% worse |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2023.
| 14.3 | 10.3 | This facility has 39% more deficiencies per year than a typical Washington assisted living residence (14.3 vs. WA avg 10.3).↑ 39% worse |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The most recent inspection on June 18, 2025, identified multiple fire safety deficiencies, including issues with storage near sprinkler heads, electrical hazards, and missing documentation for fire system inspections. Earlier inspections showed similar fire and life safety code issues, as well as a substantiated complaint investigation in September 2024 that found deficiencies in infection control, medication security, and resident care documentation. Inspectors cited recurring themes related to fire safety maintenance, electrical safety, and infection control practices. No fines, immediate jeopardy findings, or license actions were listed in the available reports. The facility’s inspection history shows ongoing challenges with fire safety compliance and infection control, with no clear pattern of improvement or worsening over time.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
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Minimum Age: 55 Years Old
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Apartments
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
0.5 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Federal Way's city center to GenCare Lifestyle Federal Way's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 2.31 miles to nearest hospital (St. Francis Hospital)
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GenCare Lifestyle Federal Way is located in Federal Way, Washington.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Washington.
The information below is reported by the Washington Department of Social and Health Services, Residential Care Services.
| Brookdale Federal Way |
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. | Federal Way | 110 | Yes | 77 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
79.1%
Facility
79.1%
WA AVG
73.3%
Rank
#122 / 290 | 6 | -
Facility
-
WA AVG
2
Rank
#1 / 284 | 26
Facility
26
WA AVG
30.3
Rank
#145 / 284 | 4.3
Facility
4.3
WA AVG
4.4
Rank
#150 / 284 |
| GenCare Lifestyle Federal Way |
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. | Federal Way | 85 | No | 79 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
84.7%
Facility
84.7%
WA AVG
73.3%
Rank
#78 / 290 | 3 | 1
Facility
1
WA AVG
2
Rank
#119 / 284 | 43
Facility
43
WA AVG
30.3
Rank
#213 / 284 | 14.3
Facility
14.3
WA AVG
4.4
Rank
#284 / 284 |
| New Day Senior Living |
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.
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. | Federal Way | - | No | 34 | 1 Bed | - | - | - | - | - |
| Six Star AFH |
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. | Federal Way | - | No | 67 | 1 Bed | - | - | - | - | - |
| Serene Living LLC |
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.
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. | Federal Way | - | Yes | 64 | 1 Bed | - | - | - | - | - |
GenCare Lifestyle Federal Way has a walk score of 79. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
According to WA state health department records, GenCare Lifestyle Federal Way's license number is 2484.
According to WA state health department records, GenCare Lifestyle Federal Way's license expires on April 30, 2026.
GenCare Lifestyle Federal Way's occupancy is 85%.
GenCare Lifestyle Federal Way has 85 beds.
Yes — there is 1 photo of GenCare Lifestyle Federal Way in the photo gallery on this page.
(253) 941-5859 will put you in contact with the team at GenCare Lifestyle Federal Way.
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