Inspection Reports for Park Place
6900 37TH AVENUE SOUTH, SEATTLE, WA, 98118
Back to Facility ProfileDeficiencies (last 3 years)
Deficiencies (over 3 years)
14 deficiencies/year
Deficiencies are regulatory violations found during state inspections.
122% worse than Washington average
Washington average: 6.3 deficiencies/yearDeficiencies per year
16
12
8
4
0
Census
Latest occupancy rate
144 residents
Based on a April 2025 inspection.
Census over time
Inspection Report
Life Safety
Deficiencies: 0
Date: Sep 9, 2025
Visit Reason
The Office of the State Fire Marshal conducted a fire safety inspection at the Park Place residential care facility on 09/09/2025.
Findings
All violations noted during previous related inspections have been corrected, and the facility's approval status is marked as Approved.
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Don Vince Cruz | Environmental Service Director | Named as the facility representative signing the inspection report. |
| Jason Van Gorkum | Deputy State Fire Marshal | Conducted the inspection and signed the report. |
Inspection Report
Follow-Up
Census: 144
Deficiencies: 6
Date: Apr 3, 2025
Visit Reason
The Department completed a follow-up inspection of the Assisted Living Facility to verify correction of previously cited deficiencies.
Findings
The follow-up inspection found no deficiencies and confirmed that the facility meets Assisted Living Facility licensing requirements. The prior deficiencies cited in various WAC regulations were corrected.
Deficiencies (6)
Failure to ensure dishwasher staff followed proper hand sanitation guidelines, placing all 144 residents at risk of foodborne illnesses.
Failure to ensure 1 of 6 sampled staff was tested for tuberculosis, placing all 144 residents at risk of potential exposure.
Failure to update service plans for 3 of 15 sampled residents, placing them at risk of unmet care needs and diminished quality of life.
Failure to assess 2 of 2 sampled residents for ability to safely use a medical device, placing them at risk for unmet care needs and possible injury.
Failure to provide documentation of TB testing for staff when hired as required.
Failure to maintain laundry room ventilation systems in working order.
Report Facts
Residents present: 144
Sampled residents: 15
Sampled staff: 6
Deficiencies cited: 6
Days prior to hire TB test: 123
Days after hospital return for transfer pole assessment: 21
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Maura Price | Administrator | Signed Plan/Attestation Statement for correction of deficiencies |
| Laurie Anderson | Community Field Manager | Signed letters and correspondence related to inspection and follow-up |
| Staff I | Dishwasher staff who failed to follow hand sanitation guidelines | |
| Staff A | Medication Technician | Staff member who failed TB testing compliance and whose records were reviewed |
| Staff H | Sous Chef | Trained food services staff and observed dishwasher hand hygiene failure |
| Staff G | Executive Director | Interviewed regarding hand hygiene and TB testing policies |
| Staff L | Physical Therapist | Completed transfer pole assessment for Resident 2 |
Inspection Report
Complaint Investigation
Census: 140
Deficiencies: 1
Date: Mar 28, 2025
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as an unannounced on-site complaint investigation regarding a resident-to-resident alteration with injury resulting in a resident's improper discharge.
Complaint Details
Resident to resident alteration with injury resulting in resident's improper discharge. Citation issued on Compliance Determination 58084. Discharge notice did not meet regulatory criteria.
Findings
The investigation found that the facility failed to provide an appropriate written notice of discharge to one resident, placing the resident at risk of not obtaining proper housing. The discharge notice did not meet the criteria of Washington Administrative Code 388-78A-2665 and Revised Code of Washington 70-129-110, resulting in a citation.
Deficiencies (1)
Facility failed to provide 1 of 1 resident an appropriate written notice of discharge, placing the resident at risk of not obtaining proper housing.
Report Facts
Total residents: 140
Resident sample size: 1
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Karri Hernandez | Community Complaint Investigator | Department staff who conducted the on-site verification and investigation |
| Laurie Anderson | Community Field Manager | Signed report and correspondence |
Inspection Report
Follow-Up
Census: 144
Deficiencies: 1
Date: Jul 22, 2024
Visit Reason
The visit was a follow-up inspection of the Assisted Living Facility to verify correction of previously cited deficiencies related to fire marshal inspection failures.
Complaint Details
Complaint investigation was triggered by a failed Fire Marshal inspection. The complaint was substantiated with citation issued for noncompliance with fire marshal regulations.
Findings
The follow-up inspection on 07/22/2024 found no deficiencies and confirmed that the facility meets the Assisted Living Facility licensing requirements. The prior deficiencies related to fire marshal regulations were corrected.
Deficiencies (1)
Facility failed to ensure all residents resided in a safe environment approved by the State Fire Marshal, placing residents at risk of harm due to fire hazards and unsafe environmental conditions.
Report Facts
Total residents: 144
Resident sample size: 3
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Karri Hernandez | Community Complaint Investigator | Conducted on-site verification and complaint investigation |
| Laurie Anderson | Field Manager | Signed follow-up inspection letter confirming no deficiencies |
| Staff A | Executive Director | Interviewed during complaint investigation regarding fire marshal inspection failures |
Inspection Report
Life Safety
Deficiencies: 14
Date: May 21, 2024
Visit Reason
The Office of the State Fire Marshal conducted a fire safety inspection at the Park Place residential care facility on 05/21/2024 to assess compliance with fire protection and life safety codes.
Findings
The inspection identified multiple deficiencies including missing documentation for required fire drills, missing semi-annual hood cleaning reports, missing fire door inspections, missing testing and maintenance reports for fire alarm and sprinkler systems, missing carbon monoxide alarm maintenance, emergency lighting failures, loose oxygen tanks, and fire doors being held open or not latching properly. Several electrical hazards such as exposed wiring and use of extension cords were also observed. Many deficiencies were noted as corrected during the inspection, but several paperwork and maintenance deficiencies remain outstanding.
Deficiencies (14)
Facility cannot provide documentation for completion of twelve planned and unannounced fire drills in the previous 12 months.
2nd floor laundry room has exposed wire on dryer.
Open junction box in generator room.
Extension cord found in use under the front desk.
Missing first and second semi-annual hood cleaning documentation.
Facility needs to establish schedule for inspection of Fire-Rated construction; annual inspection required.
Fire doors held open on 2nd floor and kitchen; multiple fire doors on various floors will not latch.
Missing annual and periodic testing and maintenance documentation for sprinkler, fire alarm, and extinguishing systems.
Missing monthly carbon monoxide alarm testing and maintenance; missing alarms inside library connected to fossil fuel appliance.
Emergency lighting failures in multiple locations; missing monthly activation testing documentation.
Missing annual 90-minute emergency lighting power test documentation.
Loose oxygen tanks found in multiple rooms and oxygen room.
Missing fire/smoke damper inspection and testing documentation; inspection required every 4 years.
Missing annual fire door inspection and testing documentation; multiple fire door hardware and operation deficiencies observed.
Report Facts
Missing fire drills: 12
Missing fire drill shifts: 4
Missing semi-annual hood cleanings: 2
Missing fire alarm tests: 7
Missing fire extinguisher service: 1
Missing carbon monoxide alarm maintenance: 1
Missing emergency lighting tests: 1
Missing emergency lighting power test: 1
Loose oxygen tanks: 3
Missing fire/smoke damper inspections: 1
Missing fire door inspections: 1
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Jason Van Gorkum | Deputy State Fire Marshal | Signed inspection report. |
Inspection Report
Follow-Up
Deficiencies: 7
Date: Sep 7, 2023
Visit Reason
The Department completed a follow-up inspection of the Assisted Living Facility on 09/07/2023 to verify correction of previously cited deficiencies.
Findings
The follow-up inspection found no deficiencies and confirmed that the facility meets Assisted Living Facility licensing requirements. Previously cited deficiencies related to background checks, tuberculosis screening, and negotiated service agreements were corrected.
Deficiencies (7)
Failed to complete a national fingerprint background check for 1 of 6 staff (Staff A, Administrator), placing residents at risk of potential abuse or neglect.
Failed to ensure 1 of 6 staff (Staff D, Caregiver) was screened for Tuberculosis as required, placing residents at risk of exposure to tuberculosis.
Failed to document in 4 of 6 sampled residents (Residents 1, 3, 8, and 19) Negotiated Service Agreements for physician ordered medical treatments, risking unmet care needs and worsening conditions.
Facility license posted was expired and was replaced during inspection.
First aid kits were not readily available or clearly identified; facility corrected by placing kits with identifier signs.
Facility failed to respond to resident grievance regarding availability of dinner entrees; initiated plan to correct during inspection.
Facility failed to ensure prompt, professional treatment to eliminate bed bugs; professional pest control treatment initiated after months of infestation.
Report Facts
Residents sampled: 19
Staff reviewed: 6
Residents with undocumented negotiated service agreements: 4
Oxygen flow rate: 5
Physician ordered oxygen flow rate: 2
Medication dosage: 5
Medication dosage: 81
Medication dosage: 81
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Staff A | Administrator | Named in deficiency for failure to complete national fingerprint background check |
| Staff D | Caregiver | Named in deficiency for failure to be screened for tuberculosis |
| Staff G | Business Office Manager | Interviewed regarding failure to submit fingerprint background check request for Staff A |
| Staff H | Licensed Practical Nurse, Resident Care Manager | Confirmed Resident 3's service plan lacked safety plan for blood thinner medication |
Inspection Report
Life Safety
Deficiencies: 12
Date: May 8, 2023
Visit Reason
The Office of the State Fire Marshal conducted a fire safety inspection at the Park Place residential care facility to assess compliance with fire protection codes and regulations.
Findings
The inspection identified multiple deficiencies including improper use of extension cords, missing required paperwork for fire-resistance-rated construction inspections, penetrations in fire-resistance-rated construction, missing documentation for sprinkler system maintenance, fire alarm and detection system testing, carbon monoxide alarm maintenance, emergency power system maintenance, fire/smoke damper inspections, fire door inspections, emergency lighting issues, and incomplete documentation of required fire drills.
Deficiencies (12)
Extension cords found in Therapy office second floor and first floor; daisy chain power strips found in hallway outside of kitchen
Missing annual inspection paperwork for fire-resistance-rated construction
Penetrations found in electrical room by resident rooms 322 and 164
Missing paperwork for quarterly sprinkler system inspections
Missing paperwork for first and second semi-annual servicing, annual replacement of fusible links/auto sprinkler heads, and heat test
Missing annual report and monthly alarm testing documentation for fire alarm and detection systems
Missing testing and maintenance documentation for carbon monoxide alarms and detectors
Missing annual service and inspection logs for emergency and standby power systems
Missing fire/smoke damper 4-year inspection paperwork
Missing fire door annual inspection paperwork
Emergency light not working by resident rooms 143 and 247 (resolved during inspection)
Facility cannot provide documentation for twelve planned and unannounced fire drills in the previous 12 months; several quarterly drills missing across shifts
Report Facts
Next inspection scheduled date: Jun 7, 2023
Missing fire drills: 7
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Jason Van Gorkum | Deputy State Fire Marshal | Signed as Deputy State Fire Marshal conducting the inspection |
| Cindi Dewitt | Maintenance Director | Owner or Authorized Representative signing the report |
Inspection Report
Follow-Up
Census: 134
Deficiencies: 1
Date: Jan 19, 2023
Visit Reason
The Department completed a follow-up inspection of the Assisted Living Facility on 01/19/2023 to verify correction of previous deficiencies. Additionally, a complaint investigation was conducted from 11/09/2022 through 11/18/2022 regarding resident rights violation and misappropriation of resident's personal property.
Complaint Details
Complaint investigation was related to resident rights violation and misappropriation of resident's personal property. The investigation concluded with a failed provider practice identified and citations written.
Findings
The follow-up inspection found no deficiencies and the facility met licensing requirements. The complaint investigation identified failed provider practice related to inadequate behavioral interventions and management of a resident's hoarding behavior, resulting in citations.
Deficiencies (1)
Facility failed to develop and document appropriate behavioral interventions in Resident 1's Negotiated Care Plan to manage hoarding behavior, resulting in unidentified care needs and decreased quality of life.
Report Facts
Total residents: 134
Resident sample size: 3
Closed records sample size: 0
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Mary Hayes | Licensor | Conducted on-site verification and investigation |
| Laurie Anderson | Field Manager | Signed follow-up inspection letter |
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