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The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The independent living community Timber Ridge is the first in the city to bag the Silver-LEED-certified Life Plan Community that balanced its inclusive amenities with its exemplary hospitality. Residents can continue living as they please without worrying about daily house chore activities and the like. The community strives to be the ideal place for the well-traveled outdoorsy seniors who enjoy nature and would like to hike and enjoy the views. Timber Ridge boasts a lifestyle that is elevated and out of the ordinary in the city of Seattle.
Timber Ridge boasts chef-prepared meals, an auditorium, a lounge area with a fireplace, a cocktail lounge, and recreational areas such as their art studio, woodworking shop, multipurpose room, and putting green– to name a few. Timber Ridge also prides itself on their helpful services that help with hassle-free daily living– housekeeping and linen services, 24-hour security, maintenance, scheduled transportation, and engaging social and cultural activities.
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.
This home is ranked 5th out of 59 homes in Washington.| Staff type | Hours / day | vs state avg |
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Total Nursing (Weekend)
Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.
| 3h 59m per day |
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
55% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
45% of new residents, often for short stays.
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #8 / 62Payroll — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 8th out of 62 homes in Washington.Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Washington average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Higher than the Washington average: 72.5%Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
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.
The data displayed corresponds to the last 5 years.
Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.
Washington average: 8 complaint visits
Washington average: 9 inspections
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Washington average: 31 deficiencies
4.5 deficiencies per inspection
Washington average: 3.4 deficiencies per inspection
The most recent inspection on August 11, 2025, found no deficiencies and confirmed that the facility met Assisted Living Facility licensing requirements after correcting earlier issues. Prior inspections had cited deficiencies related to resident care documentation, staff background checks and training, and tuberculosis testing, as well as fire safety violations including missing fire extinguisher inspections and improper use of extension cords. Earlier reports also noted issues with environmental safety, such as ventilation, water temperature, hazardous chemical storage, and fire alarm system maintenance. There were no complaint investigations listed in the available reports, and no fines or enforcement actions were mentioned. The facility appears to have addressed prior deficiencies over time, showing improvement in compliance with licensing and safety standards.
Washington average 7.8
Last Health inspection on Oct 2024
Washington average 48.9
Washington average 6.92
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
All 17 citations resulted from standard inspections.
100% better than Washington averageWashington average: 0.3
0
100% better than Washington averageWashington average: 1.7
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Oct 25, 2024
Corrected
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Oct 25, 2024
Corrected
Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions.
Oct 25, 2024
Corrected
Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions.
Oct 25, 2024
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
Timber Ridge is located in Issaquah, Washington.
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16.1 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Issaquah's city center to Timber Ridge's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 2.09 miles to nearest hospital (Swedish Issaquah Campus)
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This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
0% compared with Washington averageWashington average ratio: 1.85:1
0% compared with Washington averageWashington average: 8.1 hours
Manages medical care and health needs.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.4 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Assists with medical care and medications.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.2 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.4 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Total hours from contractors
1,794 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 37 | 1 | 38 | 11,206 | 91 | 100% | 8.4 |
| Registered Nurse | 7 | 0 | 7 | 2,381 | 91 | 100% | 8.4 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 10 | 1 | 11 | 2,260 | 91 | 100% | 8.2 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,127 | 87 | 96% | 7.9 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,001 | 73 | 80% | 8.6 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 597 | 64 | 70% | 9.3 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 557 | 66 | 73% | 8.4 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 520 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 416 | 52 | 57% | 8 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 1 | 1 | 312 | 51 | 56% | 6.1 |
| Therapeutic Recreation Specialist | 0 | 1 | 1 | 287 | 60 | 66% | 4.8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 5 | 5 | 281 | 49 | 54% | 4.7 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 279 | 46 | 51% | 6 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 260 | 51 | 56% | 5.1 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 1 | 1 | 115 | 58 | 64% | 2 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 104 | 26 | 29% | 4 |
| Physician Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 52 | 13 | 14% | 4 |
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
43Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
11.9
18% worse than Washington averageWashington average: 10.0
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
20.3
In line with Washington averageWashington average: 20.9
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
19.3%
18% worse than Washington averageWashington average: 16.4%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
21.8%
In line with Washington averageWashington average: 21.8%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
19.7%
19% better than Washington averageWashington average: 24.3%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
6.8%
158% worse than Washington averageWashington average: 2.6%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
7.2%
47% worse than Washington averageWashington average: 4.9%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.6%
63% better than Washington averageWashington average: 1.7%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
4.3%
26% better than Washington averageWashington average: 5.8%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.0%
100% better than Washington averageWashington average: 16.2%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
16.0%
10% worse than Washington averageWashington average: 14.5%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
In line with Washington averageWashington average: 96.2%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
97.8%
In line with Washington averageWashington average: 93.8%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
14% better than Washington averageWashington average: 88.1%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
4.4%
206% worse than Washington averageWashington average: 1.4%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
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IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Seattle (Downtown Seattle) | 75 | No | 99 | - | - | - | - | - |
| Timber Ridge |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). | Issaquah (Talus) | 26 | No | 19 | - | 88.5% | A+ | 4 | 18 |
| Langland House Senior Living |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Seattle (North Beach/Blue Ridge) | - | No | 58 | - | - | - | - | - |
| Murano Senior Living |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Seattle (Downtown Seattle) | - | Yes | 98 | - | - | - | - | - |
Historical financial and operational data for Timber Ridge based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
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Timber Ridge is in the Talus neighborhood of Issaquah.
Timber Ridge has a walk score of 19. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
According to WA state health department records, Timber Ridge's license number is 2602.
According to WA state health department records, Timber Ridge's license expires on February 28, 2026.
Timber Ridge has 26 beds.
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