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University House Issaquah
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Issaquah, WA
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University House Issaquah

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Issaquah, WA
22975 Se Black Nugget Rd, Issaquah, WA 98029 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
University House Issaquah accepts Medicaid.
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University House Issaquah accepts Medicaid.

Overview of University House Issaquah

The warmth of a community meets the beauty of the Cascade mountains at University House Issaquah, a leading senior living community in King County, Issaquah, WA, offering independent and assisted living. Residents flourish in comfortably designed accommodations with convenient access to an array of care services, including assistance with daily living activities, consultations with licensed nurses and caregivers, and care coordination with visiting healthcare providers for easy access to a podiatrist, audiologist, massage therapist, and others.

At University House Issaquah, residents benefit from innovative wellness and active aging programs. The community hosts a wide variety of activities, events, and programs inspired by residents’ unique abilities and interests. Residents are free to participate in and enjoy outings, fitness and health classes, stimulating lectures, trips to Everett’s military museum, and even tailgate parties with all the trimmings. Weekly housekeeping and linen services allows residents to spend more of their time doing something more enjoyable or exploring the first-class amenities that the community offers.

Facility Direct Line (425) 533-0268
Facility Direct Line (425) 533-0268
Bed community size
50-bed community Rank #293 / 366Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 293rd out of 366 homes in Washington. 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.Rankings are based only on facilities in Washington that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 48 / 100 Rank #345 / 628Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 345th out of 628 homes in Washington. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Washington facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Washington that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
86%
Rank #68 / 310Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 68th out of 310 homes in Washington. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Washington average, with its Statewide rank out of 310. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Rankings are based only on facilities in Washington that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Higher than the Washington average: 72.5%
Occupied beds
43 / 50
Average occupied beds in Washington homes 73 beds

License Details

Facility TypeBoarding Home
StatusOperating
ExpirationSeptember 30, 2026
CountyKing
License Number1565

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactVahlkamp, Susan

Contact Information

Fax(425) 671-0562

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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 33 deficiencies

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 (6% above)
• Deficiencies per year (7% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Latest Inspection August 20, 2025 Follow Up

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. 3331 This facility has 6% more total deficiencies than a typical Washington assisted living residence (33 vs. WA avg 31).↑ 6% worse
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2023. 1110.3 This facility has 7% more deficiencies per year than a typical Washington assisted living residence (11 vs. WA avg 10.3).↑ 7% worse

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • August 20, 2025 follow-up inspection found no deficiencies and confirmed all previously cited issues were corrected.
  • July 29, 2024 fire safety inspection cited 16 deficiencies including open electrical terminations, fire door latching failures, missing inspection paperwork, and unsecured compressed gas cylinders.
  • July 26, 2023 fire safety inspection identified 15 deficiencies involving improper storage, missing fire system maintenance records, non-latching doors, and lack of carbon monoxide alarms.
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What does this home offer?

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Room Sizes: 458 - 535 / 567 - 664 / 664 - 814 / 802 - 1287 / 1180 / 1788 - 2081 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Address 2.7 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Issaquah's city center to University House Issaquah's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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

Village Concepts of Burien – El Dorado West
AL
IL
MC
Burien (Evansville)
110
Facility 110
WA AVG 82
Rank #69 / 366
No
60
Facility 60
WA AVG 51
Rank #252 / 628
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
58.2%
Facility 58.2%
WA AVG 74.4%
Rank #246 / 285
A+9
8
Facility 8
WA AVG 8
Rank #268 / 285
5
Facility 5
WA AVG 31
Rank #26 / 285
0.6
Facility 0.6
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #10 / 285
Village Concepts of Auburn – Brannan Park
AL
IL
MC
Auburn (Christopher)
100
Facility 100
WA AVG 82
Rank #93 / 366
No
62
Facility 62
WA AVG 51
Rank #223 / 628
Studio / 1 Bed-A+----
Village Concepts of Milton
AL
IL
Milton (Milton Plaza)
85
Facility 85
WA AVG 82
Rank #148 / 366
No
63
Facility 63
WA AVG 51
Rank #211 / 628
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-A+6
2
Facility 2
WA AVG 8
Rank #166 / 285
11
Facility 11
WA AVG 31
Rank #57 / 285
1.8
Facility 1.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #35 / 285
Village Concepts of Issaquah-Spiritwood at Pine Lake
AL
IL
MC
Issaquah (Providence Point)
80
Facility 80
WA AVG 82
Rank #172 / 366
No
43
Facility 43
WA AVG 51
Rank #387 / 628
Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
90.0%
Facility 90.0%
WA AVG 74.4%
Rank #47 / 285
A+6
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 8
Rank #119 / 285
35
Facility 35
WA AVG 31
Rank #185 / 285
5.8
Facility 5.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #217 / 285
University House Issaquah
AL
IL
MC
Issaquah (North Issaquah)
50
Facility 50
WA AVG 82
Rank #293 / 366
Yes
48
Facility 48
WA AVG 51
Rank #345 / 628
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
86.0%
Facility 86.0%
WA AVG 74.4%
Rank #69 / 285
-4
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 285
33
Facility 33
WA AVG 31
Rank #179 / 285
8.3
Facility 8.3
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #264 / 285
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Washington

University House Issaquah is located in Issaquah, Washington.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Washington.

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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).
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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 University House Issaquah

What neighborhood is University House Issaquah in?

University House Issaquah is in the North Issaquah neighborhood of Issaquah.

Is University House Issaquah in a walkable area?

University House Issaquah has a walk score of 48. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of University House Issaquah?

According to WA state health department records, University House Issaquah's license number is 1565.

When does University House Issaquah's license expire?

According to WA state health department records, University House Issaquah's license expires on September 30, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at University House Issaquah?

University House Issaquah's occupancy is 86%.

How many beds does University House Issaquah have?

University House Issaquah has 50 beds.

Are there photos of University House Issaquah?

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