Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Most new residents arrive under Medicare (54% of admissions), and a typical Medicare stay runs around 1 - 2 months.
Located in Des Moines, Washington, Judson Park is a continuing care retirement community that provides independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation services. Operated by Humangood Washington, the community has been serving older adults for more than three decades. Medicare, Medicaid, and private-pay options are also accepted, while a resident council helps give residents a voice in community matters.
With a 52-bed capacity, the community offers one-bedroom and two-bedroom residences. Average stays are about 71 days, reflecting a mix of rehabilitation and nursing care needs. Moreover, residents receive more than four hours of nursing support per day on average, with registered nurses providing a significant portion of that care. A multidisciplinary team that includes a nurse practitioner, clinical nurse specialists, a dietitian, dental professionals, social workers, and therapy providers also provides clinical support.
Restaurant-style dining with views of the Olympic Mountains are provided, along with access to a fitness center, library, woodworking shop, and landscaped grounds. Banking and postal services are also available on-site for added convenience.
Regulatory reviews have included a full compliance inspection with no deficiencies cited. Additionally, earlier inspections addressing medication management and life-safety documentation were corrected afterwards. Its overall inspection history also reflects a limited number of documented concerns.
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.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | WA Average | vs. WA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
| 5 | 31 | This facility has 84% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Washington nursing home (5 vs. WA avg 31).↓ 84% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 0.8 | 3.4 | This facility has 76% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Washington nursing home (0.8 vs. WA avg 3.4).↓ 76% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | WA Average | vs. WA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
| 6 | 9 | This facility has had 33% fewer total inspections than the Washington average (6 vs. WA avg 9). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 33% fewer |
Washington average 7.8
Last Health inspection on Aug 2025
Washington average 48.9
Washington average 6.92
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
All 57 citations resulted from standard inspections.
Washington average: 0.3
Washington average: 1.7
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Manages medical care and health needs.
Assists with medical care and medications.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total hours from contractors
4,086 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 65 | 0 | 65 | 20,877 | 92 | 100% | 7.4 |
| Registered Nurse | 25 | 0 | 25 | 7,332 | 92 | 100% | 8.7 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 12 | 0 | 12 | 4,424 | 92 | 100% | 9.6 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,432 | 88 | 96% | 7 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 6 | 6 | 1,104 | 84 | 91% | 7.6 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 7 | 7 | 1,044 | 68 | 74% | 7.2 |
| Dental Services Staff | 3 | 0 | 3 | 901 | 81 | 88% | 7.7 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 3 | 3 | 789 | 71 | 77% | 6.6 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 4 | 4 | 697 | 62 | 67% | 6.7 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 651 | 84 | 91% | 6.8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 511 | 63 | 68% | 8 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 472 | 60 | 65% | 7.9 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 4 | 4 | 453 | 62 | 67% | 7 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 448 | 56 | 61% | 8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 417 | 59 | 64% | 7.1 |
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
54% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
46% of new residents, often for short stays.
1% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Historical financial and operational data for Judson Park from 2012–2023, based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Key figures below are for fiscal year ending in 12/2023.
Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 12/2023.
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 557 - 941 / 1,109 - 1,252 sq. ft
Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Most new residents arrive under Medicare (54% of admissions), and a typical Medicare stay runs around 1 - 2 months.
Coverage residents most often arrive under.
Coverage residents most often leave under.
0.8 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Des Moines's city center to Judson Park's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 6.74 miles to nearest hospital (St. Francis Hospital)
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Info below is compiled from CMS reports & the WA Dept. of Social & Health Services (DSHS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.
| Judson Park | NH AL IL MC SNF | Des Moines (Marine View Drive South) | 52
Facility
52
WA AVG
81
Rank
#278 / 355 |
73.1%
Facility
73.1%
WA AVG
73.6
Rank
#162 / 282 | -1% | 4.06
Facility
4.06
WA AVG
4.22
Rank
#44 / 79 | +25% | -4% | $0
Facility
$0
WA AVG
$87.7k
Rank
#1 / 79 | 57
Facility
57
WA AVG
48.9
Rank
#49 / 79 | 19.0
Facility
19.0
WA AVG
6.9
Rank
#78 / 79 | - | 38 | A+ |
19
Facility
19
WA AVG
51
Rank
#530 / 626 | Humangood Washington | $30.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$30.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WA AVG
$13.2M
Rank
#8 / 83 | $15.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$15.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WA AVG
$5.7M
Rank
#5 / 83 | 51.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
51.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
WA AVG
45.5%
Rank
#39 / 83 | 505455 | ||||
| Garden Terrace Healthcare Center at Federal Way | NH AL HOS PC RC SNF | Federal Way (South 338Th Street) | 34
Facility
34
WA AVG
81
Rank
#332 / 355 |
35.3%
Facility
35.3%
WA AVG
73.6
Rank
#273 / 282 | -52% | 4.88
Facility
4.88
WA AVG
4.22
Rank
#7 / 79 | +30% | +16% | $0
Facility
$0
WA AVG
$87.7k
Rank
#1 / 79 | 46
Facility
46
WA AVG
48.9
Rank
#36 / 79 | 6.6
Facility
6.6
WA AVG
6.9
Rank
#43 / 79 | - | 12 | - |
46
Facility
46
WA AVG
51
Rank
#362 / 626 | Megan Larson | $12.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$12.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WA AVG
$13.2M
Rank
#41 / 83 | $7.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$7.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WA AVG
$5.7M
Rank
#33 / 83 | 59.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
59.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
WA AVG
45.5%
Rank
#25 / 83 | 505512 | ||||
| Avalon Federal Way Care Center | NH AL | Federal Way | 120
Facility
120
WA AVG
81
Rank
#46 / 355 |
87.3%
Facility
87.3%
WA AVG
73.6
Rank
#61 / 282 | +19% | 4.11
Facility
4.11
WA AVG
4.22
Rank
#44 / 79 | +10% | -3% | $0
Facility
$0
WA AVG
$87.7k
Rank
#1 / 79 | 78
Facility
78
WA AVG
48.9
Rank
#65 / 79 | 19.5
Facility
19.5
WA AVG
6.9
Rank
#79 / 79 | - | 105 | A- |
49
Facility
49
WA AVG
51
Rank
#334 / 626 | Avalon Health Care Centers, LLC | $16.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$16.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WA AVG
$13.2M
Rank
#13 / 83 | $7.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$7.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WA AVG
$5.7M
Rank
#21 / 83 | 48%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
48%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
WA AVG
45.5%
Rank
#72 / 83 | 505510 | ||||
| Hallmark Manor | NH SNF | Federal Way (1St Avenue South) | 147
Facility
147
WA AVG
81
Rank
#17 / 355 |
62.6%
Facility
62.6%
WA AVG
73.6
Rank
#218 / 282 | -15% | 3.68
Facility
3.68
WA AVG
4.22
Rank
#62 / 79 | -7% | -13% | $32.2k
Facility
$32.2k
WA AVG
$87.7k
Rank
#42 / 79 | 59
Facility
59
WA AVG
48.9
Rank
#50 / 79 | 9.8
Facility
9.8
WA AVG
6.9
Rank
#63 / 79 | 1 | 92 | A+ |
43
Facility
43
WA AVG
51
Rank
#387 / 626 | Melissa Nelson | $10.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$10.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WA AVG
$13.2M
Rank
#44 / 83 | $6.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$6.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WA AVG
$5.7M
Rank
#30 / 83 | 63.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
63.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
WA AVG
45.5%
Rank
#17 / 83 | 505313 | ||||
| Life Care Center of Federal Way | NH SNF | Federal Way (Lake Easter Estates) | 157
Facility
157
WA AVG
81
Rank
#9 / 355 | - | - | 4.01
Facility
4.01
WA AVG
4.22
Rank
#49 / 79 | -9% | -5% | $99.0k
Facility
$99.0k
WA AVG
$87.7k
Rank
#61 / 79 | 81
Facility
81
WA AVG
48.9
Rank
#67 / 79 | 10.1
Facility
10.1
WA AVG
6.9
Rank
#66 / 79 | 5 | 16 | - |
48
Facility
48
WA AVG
51
Rank
#345 / 626 | Tom Zwicker | $12.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$12.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WA AVG
$13.2M
Rank
#31 / 83 | $8.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$8.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
WA AVG
$5.7M
Rank
#27 / 83 | 65.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
65.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
WA AVG
45.5%
Rank
#33 / 83 | 505188 |
Judson Park is located in Des Moines, Washington State.
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Judson Park is in the Marine View Drive South neighborhood of Des Moines.
Judson Park has a walk score of 19. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
According to WA state health department records, Judson Park's license number is 681.
According to WA state health department records, Judson Park's license expires on September 30, 2026.
Judson Park's occupancy is 73%.
Judson Park has been operating for approximately 34 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Yes, Judson Park allows residents to bring their pets.
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