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Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview: Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement. Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay. Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation. Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program. State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options. Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities. Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.

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The Hearthstone at Green Lake

6720 East Green Lake Way N, Seattle, WA 98103 View Map

The Hearthstone at Green Lake is an Assisted Living Home in Washington

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Overview of The Hearthstone at Green Lake

The Hearthstone at Green Lake has been serving the Seattle community since 1966. They are a non-profit senior living community offering a range of care options, including assisted living, memory care, rehabilitation, and skilled nursing. This home is dedicated to providing a natural and peaceful environment that is in harmony with nature, while also offering exceptional care and comfort to its residents. There are three buildings that each offer community amenities and CCRC health services. Residents can choose from a variety of floor plans, ranging from studios to two-bedroom apartments.
The community has a sophisticated dining scene, offering a variety of healthy and delicious meals. Plus, it’s conveniently located near local coffee shops and grocery stores. For those interested in the arts, The Hearthstone has art studios where they can get lost in creativity. There’s also a salon, a library, a chapel, a lakeside building dining room, kayaks and bikes storage, and electric car charging stations. At The Hearthstone, seniors can enjoy a simple life and elevated care at the crossroads of nature and city living.

206-525-9666

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 62

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

72.7%

131 days

TYPE OF STAY

Mix of rehab and long-term care

This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.

Might be optimal for

Flexible care needs

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Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

48% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 21 days

Private pay

52% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 years

Finances and operations

Home revenue

$17.9M

Operating deficit

-$5.9M

Voluntary non-profit home Other

Home revenue

$17,924,117.00

Operating deficit

$-5,887,052.00

Payroll costs

$8.7M

48.4% of revenue

Other operating costs

$15.1M

Total costs $23.8M

62-bed community

A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

Walk Score: 82 / 100

Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

License Status

Facility Type

License Expiration

March 31, 2026

Additional licensing details

License number: 193

County: King

Medicaid Accepted

This facility is certified for eligible Medicaid services.

Payment & Funding Options

Medicaid

Washington average: 8 complaint visits

Washington average: 9 inspections

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Inspection Report Summary for The Hearthstone at Green Lake

The most recent state inspection report dated July 2, 2025, found no deficiencies at Hearthstone, indicating the facility met licensing requirements at that time. However, the prior inspection on May 6, 2025, identified deficiencies related to medication management, specifically failures in documenting medication administration for several residents, which placed them at risk for medication errors and harm. These issues involved missing signatures and incomplete records on electronic Medication Administration Records (eMAR). The facility corrected these deficiencies by the time of the July inspection, showing improvement. Earlier fire safety inspections in 2023 revealed multiple issues such as missing documentation of annual fire wall inspections, fire doors not closing properly, corroded and improperly installed sprinkler heads, and an exit light malfunction, but these were resolved by the March 20, 2023 follow-up inspection. Additionally, a November 2023 inspection found no deficiencies, but a November 13, 2023 report cited several compliance issues including incomplete tuberculosis testing for staff, missing background checks, failure to develop negotiated service agreements for some residents, and incomplete assessments, with plans to correct these by the end of November 2023. Overall, the facility has addressed past deficiencies and shows a trend of improvement in compliance.

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Type of care: SNF AL

Community: Seattle

Bed Count: 89

Pets Allowed: No

Operator: LUTHERAN RETIREMENT HOME OF GREATER SEATTLE INC

CCN: 505027

Occupancy: 72.7%

Home Revenue: $11,903,286.00

Payroll Costs: $8,680,972.00

Payroll %: 72.9%

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Bed Options: Private Rooms

6720 East Green Lake Way N, Seattle, WA 98103

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Financial Trends

Historical financial and operational data for The Hearthstone at Green Lake based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.

Occupancy Rate 72.7% ↑ 10.9pp vs 2022

Net Income -$5,887,052 ↑ ~$1.8M vs 2022

Total Payroll $10,519,838 ↑ ~$1.2M vs 2022

Profit Margin -49.5% ↑ 10.3pp vs 2022

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Metric	2011	2012	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Occupancy %	85.8%	81.4%	73.4%	80.2%	76.7%	76.5%	85.6%	81.0%	77.0%	78.8%	64.7%	61.8%	72.7%
Beds	44	44	44	92	93	93	89	89	89	89	89	89	89
Net Income	$58,044	$1,004,660	$1,186,491	$67,466	-$1,826,394	-$705,601	$1,433,689	-$1,693,067	$1,621,957	-$164,528	$554,972	-$7,722,698	-$5,887,052
Gross Revenue	$11,986,376	$12,631,410	$11,853,373	$12,900,174	$12,902,006	$13,415,410	$14,481,366	$14,353,392	$13,245,760	$12,767,839	$12,525,915	$12,933,046	$11,903,286
Operating Expenses	$13,795,086	$14,123,501	$13,748,326	$14,565,389	$16,514,080	$16,691,462	$17,013,851	$17,420,828	$17,923,758	$17,682,922	$18,441,531	$20,543,542	$23,463,668
Net Patient Revenue	$12,014,622	$12,322,948	$11,570,528	$12,094,400	$11,909,787	$12,141,032	$13,028,346	$12,787,385	$12,190,976	$12,013,203	$11,930,657	$12,447,997	$11,555,785
Total Payroll	$8,129,212	$8,629,388	$8,414,312	$7,675,378	$8,370,762	$8,604,035	$8,313,591	$8,252,219	$8,692,768	$9,179,588	$8,960,784	$9,351,842	$10,519,838
Profit Margin %	0.5%	8.0%	10.0%	0.5%	-14.2%	-5.3%	9.9%	-11.8%	12.3%	-1.3%	4.4%	-59.7%	-49.5%
Medicare %	26.7%	29.0%	19.6%	8.4%	8.4%	10.9%	13.0%	12.5%	9.1%	7.8%	6.3%	6.7%	3.7%
Medicaid %	11.1%	16.2%	16.7%	8.1%	10.8%	13.1%	12.0%	8.8%	11.0%	13.5%	16.1%	14.3%	10.4%
Private %	62.2%	54.8%	63.7%	83.6%	80.8%	76.0%	75.0%	78.7%	79.9%	78.7%	77.6%	79.0%	85.9%
Revenue/Day	$872	$940	$981	$449	$458	$466	$466	$486	$487	$468	$568	$620	$489
Cost/Day	$1,002	$1,078	$1,166	$541	$635	$641	$608	$663	$716	$689	$877	$1,024	$993
Avg Length of Stay	63.8 days	59.3 days	90.0 days	81.8 days	46.3 days	63.9 days	46.2 days	38.9 days	45.9 days	84.8 days	157.7 days	123.5 days	131.4 days

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Community Options Program Entry System (COPES)

WA Medicaid COPES

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

Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

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

Washington Family Caregiver Support Program

WA NFCSP

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

Income Limits: No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.

Asset Limits: Not applicable.

WA Specifics: High urban demand; rural outreach.

Community First Choice (CFC)

Washington Community First Choice

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

Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month; QIT optional.

Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

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

Older Americans Act (OAA) Services

Washington OAA Services

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

Income Limits (2025): None; donations encouraged.

Asset Limits: Not assessed.

WA Specifics: 13 AAAs; includes Meals on Wheels; rural focus.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Washington Medicare Savings Program

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

Income Limits (2025): ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

Asset Limits: $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

WA Specifics: Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Washington LIHEAP

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

Income Limits (2025): ~$3,970/month (185% FPL).

Asset Limits: Not assessed.

WA Specifics: Covers gas, electric, wood; emergency aid available.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Washington SCSEP

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

Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Asset Limits: Not specified.

WA Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.

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

Washington VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

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

Income Limits (2025): Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

Asset Limits: ~$155,356 (net worth).

WA Specifics: High veteran use; supports rural/urban needs.

Senior Citizens Property Tax Exemption

Washington Senior Property Tax Exemption

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

Income Limits (2025): ~$45,000-$70,000/year (varies by county, e.g., King: $70,000).

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

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

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Washington SFMNP

General: Age 60+, WA resident, low-income.

Income Limits (2025): ~$2,322/month (185% FPL).

Asset Limits: Not assessed.

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

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The Hearthstone at Green Lake

The Hearthstone at Green Lake is an Assisted Living Home in Washington

The Hearthstone at Green… is an Assisted Living Home in Washington

The Hearthstone at Green Lake

The Hearthstone at Green Lake is an Assisted Living Home in Washington

The Hearthstone at Green… is an Assisted Living Home in Washington

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

This home usually has availability

Who this home usually serves

Mix of rehab and long-term care

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

Private pay

Finances and operations

About this community

Additional licensing details

Access & Eligibility

Payment & Funding Options

Inspection History

Inspection Report Summary for The Hearthstone at Green Lake

Inspection Reports

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Payroll & Labor Costs

Payer Mix

Revenue vs Cost Per Patient Day

Guides for Better Senior Living

Eldertainment

Financial Aid for Washington Seniors

Community Options Program Entry System (COPES)

Washington Family Caregiver Support Program

Community First Choice (CFC)

Older Americans Act (OAA) Services

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

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

Senior Citizens Property Tax Exemption

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

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