Assisted Living Home

Spokane Veterans Home

Assisted Living Home

Spokane Veterans Home

222 E 5th Ave, Spokane, WA 99202 View map
Overview of Spokane Veterans Home

Experience a better quality of life at Spokane Veterans Home, a dedicated community in Spokane, WA, offering assisted living. Focusing on Veterans’ welfare, the community provides top-tier care tailored to their unique needs 24/7. Here, residents enjoy a hassle-free lifestyle with housekeeping and laundry services.

Residents enjoy a variety of exciting events and enriching programs that aim to keep them active and socially connected. The community also provides physical and occupational therapy to improve residents’ living experiences. Delicious and well-balanced meals are available for residents’ dietary needs and preferences. The community’s nurturing and welcoming environment creates the ideal setting for residents to thrive in retirement.

(509) 344-5770

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
5/5
Washington average: 3.2/5
Health Inspection Info Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
4/5
Washington average: 2.8/5
Staffing Info Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
5/5
Washington average: 3.4/5
Quality Measures Info Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
5/5
Washington average: 3.9/5

Nursing care per resident

Info Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
4h 10m per day

This home provides 2% less nursing time per resident than the Washington average.

Washington average: 4h 13m per day

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 100

This home usually has limited availability

Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.

Similar demand to the Washington average
Occupancy rate 93.3%
Residents per day (avg) 97
Occupancy rate
93.3%
Residents per day (avg)
97

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Primarily short stays

Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.

Might be optimal for
Post-acute recovery Temporary care Transitional stays

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

23% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

75% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 9 - 10 months

Medicaid

2% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 8 years

Finances and operations

Governmental community
Operated by city authorities.
Home revenue
$10.7M
Operating deficit
-$3.0M
Governmental community Operated by city authorities.
Home revenue
$10,657,988.00
Operating deficit
$-2,985,377.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$8.5M
80.2% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$2.5M
Total costs $11.1M

What does this home offer?

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Building Type: 2-story

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Beauty Services

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Types of Care at Spokane Veterans Home

Assisted Living
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Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 10

Washington average 7.8


Last Health inspection on Mar 2025

Total health citations 48
Citations per inspection
4.8

Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

38 of 48 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 10 of 48 resulted from complaint investigations.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 0
100% better than Washington average

Washington average: 0.3


Serious Health citations More info 1
41% better than Washington average

Washington average: 1.7

0 critical citations More info Washington average: 0.3

1 serious citation More info Washington average: 1.7

47 moderate citations More info Washington average: 46.3

0 minor citations More info Washington average: 0.5
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation Mar 25, 2025
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Mar 25, 2025
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Mar 25, 2025
Corrected

Pharmacy moderate citation Mar 25, 2025
Corrected

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The information below is reported by the Washington Department of Social and Health Services, Residential Care Services.
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MC

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Spokane
110
No
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Spokane Veterans Home
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

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No
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AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

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-
No
27
Private / Shared Rooms
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No
30
Shared Rooms
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AL

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No
-
-

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Address 1.2 miles from city center

Address 222 E 5th Ave, Spokane, WA 99202

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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

114
Total Staff
100
Employees
14
Contractors
42,323
Total Hours (Quarter)
54
Avg Staff/Day
8.6
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse249.2 No
Licensed Practical Nurse28 No
Certified Nursing Assistant528.9 No
Staff by Category
Administration
2 staff
8hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
78 staff
8.9hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
11 staff
8.1hs shift avg
Therapy Services
14 staff
7.8hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services
3 staff
6.3hs shift avg
Dietary Services
4 staff
8.1hs shift avg
Other Services
2 staff
8hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
6.5%
of total hours from contractors
2,735 contractor hours this quarter
Speech Language Pathologist: 4 Physical Therapy Aide: 1 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 1 Physical Therapy Assistant: 3 Qualified Social Worker: 3 Other Physician: 1 Medical Director: 1
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant5205221,46091100%8.9
Registered Nurse240248,10491100%9.2
Clinical Nurse Specialist9093,78791100%8.4
Occupational Therapy Assistant4041,7296369%9.2
Dietitian3038017987%8
Licensed Practical Nurse2027406571%8
Other Dietary Services Staff1015776976%8.4
Speech Language Pathologist0444996571%6.9
Administrator1014886167%8
Mental Health Service Worker1014886167%8
Occupational Therapy Aide1014836167%7.9
Respiratory Therapy Technician0114806066%8
Nurse Practitioner1014725965%8
Physical Therapy Aide0114696268%7.6
Dental Services Staff1014635864%8
Other Physician0113786369%6
Qualified Social Worker0333335358%6.3
Medical Director0113043842%8
Physical Therapy Assistant0332715965%4.6

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total census
100 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
50 residents (50%)
Medicaid
50 residents (50%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 9.2
8% better than Washington average

Washington average: 10.0

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 16.6
20% better than Washington average

Washington average: 20.9

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 15.5%
6% better than Washington average

Washington average: 16.4%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 18.1%
17% better than Washington average

Washington average: 21.8%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 16.3%
33% better than Washington average

Washington average: 24.3%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 3.1%
17% worse than Washington average

Washington average: 2.6%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 4.3%
13% better than Washington average

Washington average: 4.9%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 3.9%
124% worse than Washington average

Washington average: 1.7%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 5.3%
9% better than Washington average

Washington average: 5.8%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 0.3%
98% better than Washington average

Washington average: 16.2%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 9.7%
33% better than Washington average

Washington average: 14.5%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 98.9%
In line with Washington average

Washington average: 96.2%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
7% better than Washington average

Washington average: 93.8%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 79.4%
10% worse than Washington average

Washington average: 88.1%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.0%
100% better than Washington average

Washington average: 1.4%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 94.4%
15% better than Washington average

Washington average: 82.0%

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Community Options Program Entry System (COPES)

WA Medicaid COPES

Age 65+ or disabled, Washington resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

High demand in urban areas (e.g., Seattle).

Washington Family Caregiver Support Program

WA NFCSP

Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia), Washington resident.

No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.

Not applicable.

High urban demand; rural outreach.

Community First Choice (CFC)

Washington Community First Choice

Age 65+ (or disabled 18+), WA resident, Medicaid-eligible, need help with 2+ ADLs/IADLs.

~$2,829/month; QIT optional.

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Broader than COPES; serves ~20,000; self-directed option.

Older Americans Act (OAA) Services

Washington OAA Services

Age 60+, WA resident; no income/asset limits.

None; donations encouraged.

Not assessed.

13 AAAs; includes Meals on Wheels; rural focus.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Washington Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, WA resident, Medicare Part A/B.

~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Washington LIHEAP

Age 60+ prioritized, WA resident, low-income household.

~$3,970/month (185% FPL).

Not assessed.

Covers gas, electric, wood; emergency aid available.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Washington SCSEP

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, WA resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Not specified.

Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Washington VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, WA resident, wartime service, ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

~$155,356 (net worth).

High veteran use; supports rural/urban needs.

Senior Citizens Property Tax Exemption

Washington Senior Property Tax Exemption

Age 61+ or disabled retiree, WA resident, homeowner, income-based.

~$45,000-$70,000/year (varies by county, e.g., King: $70,000).

Not assessed; home value cap varies (~$250,000-$400,000).

Saves ~$500-$1,500/year; offered statewide.

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Washington SFMNP

Age 60+, WA resident, low-income.

~$2,322/month (185% FPL).

Not assessed.

Vouchers (~$80/season); serves ~20,000 via AAAs.

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