Inspection Reports for Hillside Assisted Living
112 KENNEBECK AVE N, KENT, WA, 98030
Back to Facility ProfileDeficiencies (last 1 years)
Deficiencies (over 1 years)
4 deficiencies/year
Deficiencies are regulatory violations found during state inspections.
37% better than Washington average
Washington average: 6.3 deficiencies/yearDeficiencies per year
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Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Oct 1, 2025
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted in response to a complaint (#195230) regarding smoking at Hillside Assisted Living.
Complaint Details
Complaint #195230 involved smoking concerns. The complaint was investigated with observations from 9/15/2025 to 9/18/2025 and a follow-up on 10/1/2025. The complaint was not substantiated as no injuries or violations were found.
Findings
The inspection found that an ash receptacle was placed near the dining room entrance with cigarette butts and ashes on the ground. Observations confirmed residents smoking in the designated area, which was not initially marked by signage but later had new signage installed. No injuries or fire code violations were observed.
Report Facts
Complaint number: 195230
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Jason Van Gorkum | Deputy State Fire Marshal | Conducted the complaint investigation and inspection |
| Jennifer Putch | Executive Director | Facility executive director contacted during investigation |
Inspection Report
Life Safety
Deficiencies: 4
Date: Sep 9, 2025
Visit Reason
An announced Fire and Life Safety Code Inspection was conducted by the Office of the State Fire Marshal at Stafford Suites Kent, now known as Hillside Assisted Living, to determine compliance with all applicable codes.
Findings
Several violations were found including improper use of extension cords as permanent wiring, penetrations in fire-resistance-rated construction, failure of emergency lighting to operate on backup power, and obstructions blocking exit access. All violations were corrected on site.
Deficiencies (4)
Extension cord used as permanent wiring in room 104.
Penetrations in fire-resistance-rated construction found in staff break room above door and basement by holiday storage.
Emergency light across from room 213 failed to operate on backup power.
Table and chair blocking the means of egress in the dining area.
Report Facts
Next inspection scheduled date: Oct 9, 2025
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Jenifer Futch | Executive Director | Named as Owner's Representative and Authorized Facility Representative |
| Damon Roberson | Deputy State Fire Marshal | Conducted the inspection |
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