The Watermark at Bellevue
Offering assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite stays, The Watermark at Bellevue is a senior living community in Bellevue, Washington. The community is about a mile from downtown Bellevue and just over half a mile from Kaiser Permanente Bellevue Medical Center. Residents and families have convenient access to nearby hospital care. The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 89. It’s very walkable with many shops, services, and everyday destinations within walking distance.
The 140-bed community currently houses 54 residents, leaving room for future growth. Residents can choose from private or shared suites, and the community welcomes pets. Chef-prepared meals are served in a full-service dining room. There’s also a fitness center, outdoor courtyards, and a regular schedule of activities that help residents stay active and engaged.
Residents are supported by a 24-hour care team. There are also concierge and transportation services that make it easier to get to appointments and local outings. The community has a secure underground parking garage with electric vehicle charging stations for residents and visiting family members who drive. Medicaid is accepted, giving eligible families another option to pay for care.
State inspections by Washington’s Department of Social and Health Services, Residential Care Services, have reviewed staff health screenings, equipment fit testing, and documentation of required medical testing. Some inspections have also found the community in full compliance with state licensing requirements. Families touring The Watermark at Bellevue should ask how these procedures are managed as part of everyday operations.
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Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
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.
Inspection Scorecard
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 2022 vs. Washington state average• Total deficiencies (90% below)
• Deficiencies per year (90% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (76% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | WA Average | vs. WA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
| 3 | 31 | This facility has 90% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Washington assisted living residence (3 vs. WA avg 31).↓ 90% better |
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Deficiencies per year
| 0.8 | 7.8 | This facility has 90% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Washington assisted living residence (0.8 vs. WA avg 7.8).↓ 90% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 0.8 | 3.4 | This facility has 76% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Washington assisted living residence (0.8 vs. WA avg 3.4).↓ 76% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | WA Average | vs. WA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
| 4 | 9 | This facility has had 56% fewer total inspections than the Washington average (4 vs. WA avg 9). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 56% fewer |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- November 22, 2024 follow-up inspection found no deficiencies and confirmed full compliance with Assisted Living Facility licensing requirements.
- October 11, 2024 enforcement visit cited two uncorrected deficiencies: failure to screen two staff for tuberculosis and failure to follow medical testing regulations for one resident.
- December 29, 2022 complaint investigation substantiated failure to fit-test all staff for N95 respirators, increasing COVID-19 transmission risk to seven residents; corrected by March 9, 2023 follow-up.
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0.8 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Bellevue's city center to The Watermark at Bellevue's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 0.56 miles to nearest hospital (Kaiser Permanente Bellevue Medical Center)
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The information below is reported by the Washington Department of Social and Health Services, Residential Care Services.
| The Watermark at Bellevue | AL IL MC RC | Bellevue (West Bellevue) | 140
Facility
140
WA AVG
82
Rank
#21 / 366 | No |
89
Facility
89
WA AVG
51
Rank
#41 / 628 | Studio / 1 Bed |
38.6%
Facility
38.6%
WA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#260 / 270 | - | 4 | 3
Facility
3
WA AVG
31
Rank
#13 / 277 | 0.8
Facility
0.8
WA AVG
3.4
Rank
#11 / 277 |
| The Park at Belle Harbour Assisted Living Community | AL NH IL | Bellevue (Wilburton) | 100
Facility
100
WA AVG
82
Rank
#93 / 366 | Yes |
38
Facility
38
WA AVG
51
Rank
#420 / 628 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 0 | - | 2 | - | - |
| Sunrise of Bellevue | AL HOS MC | Bellevue (Crossroads) | 90
Facility
90
WA AVG
82
Rank
#134 / 366 | Yes |
85
Facility
85
WA AVG
51
Rank
#59 / 628 | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
68.9%
Facility
68.9%
WA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#188 / 270 | - | 4 | 25
Facility
25
WA AVG
31
Rank
#133 / 277 | 6.3
Facility
6.3
WA AVG
3.4
Rank
#224 / 277 |
| Brookdale Monroe | AL MC | Monroe | 82
Facility
82
WA AVG
82
Rank
#168 / 366 | Yes |
64
Facility
64
WA AVG
51
Rank
#198 / 628 | Studio |
67.1%
Facility
67.1%
WA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#198 / 270 | A | 14 | 58
Facility
58
WA AVG
31
Rank
#236 / 277 | 4.1
Facility
4.1
WA AVG
3.4
Rank
#135 / 277 |
| The Bellettini | AL IL RC | Bellevue (Northwest Bellevue) | 60
Facility
60
WA AVG
82
Rank
#246 / 366 | Yes |
87
Facility
87
WA AVG
51
Rank
#54 / 628 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
68.3%
Facility
68.3%
WA AVG
74.8%
Rank
#191 / 270 | - | 4 | 28
Facility
28
WA AVG
31
Rank
#155 / 277 | 7.0
Facility
7.0
WA AVG
3.4
Rank
#238 / 277 |
Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Washington
The Watermark at Bellevue is located in Bellevue, Washington.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Washington.
Frequently Asked Questions about The Watermark at Bellevue
What neighborhood is The Watermark at Bellevue in?
The Watermark at Bellevue is in the West Bellevue neighborhood of Bellevue.
Is The Watermark at Bellevue in a walkable area?
The Watermark at Bellevue has a walk score of 89. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
What is the license number of The Watermark at Bellevue?
According to WA state health department records, The Watermark at Bellevue's license number is 2626.
When does The Watermark at Bellevue's license expire?
According to WA state health department records, The Watermark at Bellevue's license expires on July 31, 2026.
What is the occupancy rate at The Watermark at Bellevue?
The Watermark at Bellevue's occupancy is 39%.
How many beds does The Watermark at Bellevue have?
The Watermark at Bellevue has 140 beds.
Are there photos of The Watermark at Bellevue?
Yes — there are 5 photos of The Watermark at Bellevue in the photo gallery on this page.
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