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The Lakeshore
Assisted Living & Independent Living · Seattle, WA
Entrance of a senior living facility with landscaping Elegant dining room with scenic views and flowers on tables Bright common area with seating and plants Bright lobby area with seating and staff at reception

The Lakeshore

Assisted Living & Independent Living · Seattle, WA
11448 Rainier Ave S, Seattle, WA 98178 View map
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Overview of The Lakeshore

The Lakeshore is an assisted living and independent living community located at 11448 Rainier Avenue South in Seattle, Washington. Housed in a lakeside building managed under the Era Living group, the property provides senior apartments about nine miles south of downtown Seattle.

The 157-residence community offers private configurations in studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom layouts. On-site amenities feature a lakeside patio, a fitness center, a pea-patch garden, a library, and restaurant-style dining. Daily operations include scheduled local transportation, routine housekeeping, linen services, and organized recreational programming. The property features a walk score of 49, indicating a mostly car-dependent area, and accepts Medicaid financing options alongside private pay.

Families looking to discuss apartment vacancies, care programs, or current monthly rates can contact the Rainier Avenue South administrative office directly.

 

Facility Direct Line (206) 629-8691
By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 45 Rank #241 / 285Bed count — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 241st out of 285 assisted living communities we track in Washington for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Washington facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Washington that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Walk Score Info Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #232 / 439Walk Score — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 232nd out of 439 assisted living communities we track in Washington for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Washington facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Washington that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
49 / 100

About This Community

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price
$3,790/Month

License Details

Facility TypeBoarding Home
StatusOperating
ExpirationApril 30, 2027
CountyKing
License Number1052

Certifications & Programs

Partnership with University of Washington School of Nursing — University of Washington School of NursingA branded program developed by this community's operator or its partners - a named approach to programming or care, rather than an independent external certification.
Partnership with University of Washington School of Pharmacy / Plein Center for Geriatric Pharmacy Research — University of Washington School of Pharmacy, 2011A branded program developed by this community's operator or its partners - a named approach to programming or care, rather than an independent external certification.
Enhance Fitness programA branded program developed by this community's operator or its partners - a named approach to programming or care, rather than an independent external certification.

Leadership

ContactFrere, Christopher (per state records, record updated Aug 2026)

Staffing & Medical

2 services
24-Hour StaffListed as: 24-hour staffing and reception
Medication Management

Additional Services

6 services
Coordination with Visiting Healthcare Providers
Personalized Care and Wellness Plan
Emergency Call SystemListed as: Daily check-in system
HousekeepingListed as: Weekly housekeeping and linen service
MaintenanceListed as: Home maintenance and emergency repairs
TransportationListed as: Complimentary group transportation

Contact Information

Fax(206) 772-1299

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Wellness Center
Salon
Fitness Center
Gardening
Parking
Restaurant with Lake Washington View
Rose Garden Courtyard
Lakeside Patio
Cable Tv, Internet, and Utilities Included
Activities
Singing and Dancing
Spa Days
Bbqs
Lectures
Current Events Discussions
Art Classes
On-Site Concerts
Enhance Fitness Classes
Tai Chi
Yoga
Stretch & Flex Classes
Bridge and Poker
Creative Writing
Local Volunteer Opportunities
Gardening In Resident Pea Patch
Happy Hours
  • Outings to museums, symphonies, operas, sporting events, parks, and shopping
  • Trips to uwajimaya, southcenter mall, and tulalip casino

Room Accommodations

Building Type3-story
Studio Floor plans: Options 372–480 sq ft
1 Bedroom Floor plans: Options 496–731 sq ft
2 Bedroom Floor plans: Options 853–873 sq ft
In-Room Features
Full Kitchen Easy-Access Showers With Bathing Benches And Grab Bars

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Inspection History

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.

Since 2023 · 3 years of data These figures come from state-published data and the state inspection reports we hold on file. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes. 32 deficiencies 6 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Washington state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2023 vs. Washington state average
Overall vs. WA average 2 Worse Metrics worse than Washington average:
• Total deficiencies (14% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (71% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityWA Averagevs. WA Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 3228.0 This facility has 14% more total deficiencies than a typical Washington assisted living residence (32 vs. WA avg 28).↑ 14% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 5.33.1 This facility has 71% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Washington assisted living residence (5.3 vs. WA avg 3.1).↑ 71% worse

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityWA Averagevs. WA Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 69.0 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
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Address 9.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Seattle's city center to The Lakeshore's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Seattle

Info below is compiled from the WA Dept. of Social & Health Services (DSHS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Inspection events categorized as complaint-related by the state regulator.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Aegis Living Queen Anne Rodgers Park
AL
HOS
MC
RC
Seattle (North Queen Anne)
106
Facility 106
WA AVG 79
Rank #61 / 285
Yes
75
Facility 75
WA AVG 50
Rank #86 / 439
-
94.3%
Facility 94.3%
WA AVG 75.8%
Rank #20 / 215
F11
2
Facility 2
WA AVG 8
Rank #155 / 265
21
Facility 21
WA AVG 31
Rank #131 / 262
1.9
Facility 1.9
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #76 / 262
Aegis Living West Seattle
AL
HOS
MC
RC
Seattle (North Admiral)
84
Facility 84
WA AVG 79
Rank #113 / 285
Yes
76
Facility 76
WA AVG 50
Rank #82 / 439
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
79.8%
Facility 79.8%
WA AVG 75.8%
Rank #96 / 215
F10
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 8
Rank #110 / 265
32
Facility 32
WA AVG 31
Rank #173 / 262
3.2
Facility 3.2
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #158 / 262
Aegis Living Ravenna
AL
HOS
MC
RC
Seattle (Maple Leaf)
79
Facility 79
WA AVG 79
Rank #136 / 285
Yes
63
Facility 63
WA AVG 50
Rank #144 / 439
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
82.3%
Facility 82.3%
WA AVG 75.8%
Rank #83 / 215
F9
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 8
Rank #110 / 265
17
Facility 17
WA AVG 31
Rank #110 / 262
1.9
Facility 1.9
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #76 / 262
GenCare Lifestyle Seattle at Ballard Landmark
AL
IL
RC
Seattle (Adams)
63
Facility 63
WA AVG 79
Rank #181 / 285
Yes
96
Facility 96
WA AVG 50
Rank #13 / 439
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
76.2%
Facility 76.2%
WA AVG 75.8%
Rank #116 / 215
A+8
2
Facility 2
WA AVG 8
Rank #155 / 265
15
Facility 15
WA AVG 31
Rank #93 / 262
1.9
Facility 1.9
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #76 / 262
The Lakeshore
AL
IL
Seattle (Rainier Avenue South)
45
Facility 45
WA AVG 79
Rank #241 / 285
No
49
Facility 49
WA AVG 50
Rank #232 / 439
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0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 265
32
Facility 32
WA AVG 31
Rank #173 / 262
5.3
Facility 5.3
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #228 / 262

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other WA assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Washington

The Lakeshore is located in Seattle, Washington State.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Washington State.

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Community Options Program Entry System (COPES)

WA Medicaid COPES

Age 65+ or disabled
General 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

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

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($70/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Washington Family Caregiver Support Program

WA NFCSP

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)
General Washington resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
WA

High urban demand; rural outreach.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$70/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

Community First Choice (CFC)

Washington Community First Choice

Age 65+ (or disabled 18+)
General 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

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

Benefits
Personal care (4-6 hours/day) Respite (~240 hours/year) Assistive devices Training Transportation

Older Americans Act (OAA) Services

Washington OAA Services

Age 60+
General WA resident; no income/asset limits.
Income Limits (2025) None; donations encouraged.
Asset Limits Not assessed.
WA

13 AAAs; includes Meals on Wheels; rural focus.

Benefits
Meals (~$5-$7/meal) Transportation Homemaker services (~4 hours/week) Respite (~5 days/year) Legal aid

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Washington Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General 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

Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

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

Washington VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General 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

High veteran use; supports rural/urban needs.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs

Senior Citizens Property Tax Exemption

Washington Senior Property Tax Exemption

Age 61+ or disabled retiree
General 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

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

Benefits
Tax exemption (~$500-$1,500/year depending on county)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Washington SFMNP

Age 60+
General WA resident, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,322/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
WA

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

Benefits
Vouchers (~$80/season) for produce at farmers’ markets

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Frequently Asked Questions about The Lakeshore

What neighborhood is The Lakeshore in?

The Lakeshore is in the Rainier Avenue South neighborhood of Seattle.

Is The Lakeshore in a walkable area?

The Lakeshore has a walk score of 49. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of The Lakeshore?

According to WA state health department records, The Lakeshore's license number is 1052.

When does The Lakeshore's license expire?

According to WA state health department records, The Lakeshore's license expires on April 30, 2027.

Are pets allowed at The Lakeshore?

No, The Lakeshore has a no-pet policy.

What is the best email address for The Lakeshore?

The team at The Lakeshore can be reached at marketinglks@eraliving.com.

How many beds does The Lakeshore have?

The Lakeshore has 45 beds.

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