University House Wallingford

Q: What neighborhood is University House Wallingford in?

University House Wallingford is in the Wallingford neighborhood of Seattle.

Q: Is University House Wallingford in a walkable area?

University House Wallingford has a walk score of 97. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

Q: What is the license number of University House Wallingford?

According to WA state health department records, University House Wallingford's license number is 1170.

Q: When does University House Wallingford's license expire?

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

Q: What is the occupancy rate at University House Wallingford?

University House Wallingford's occupancy is 67%.

Q: How many beds does University House Wallingford have?

University House Wallingford has 24 beds.

Q: What is the address of University House Wallingford?

University House Wallingford is located at 4400 Stone Way N, Seattle, WA 98103, United States.

Overview of University House Wallingford

The University House Wallingford is a community where learning continues. It’s an intellectually stimulating environment where residents share different knowledge. The partnership with the University of Washington Retirement Association (UWRA) allows residents to find a program that they are interested in, and residents can take those classes they are passionate about. The elegant retirement community ensures a warm and welcoming atmosphere for seniors to feel comfortable and secure with their surroundings. The vibrant community strives in keeping the active lifestyle that allows residents to receive a well-balanced healthy wellness. As a branch of the Era Living senior group, University House Wallingford promotes an environment where residents can feel young and energetic.

Life at University offers a cafe, arts and crafts studio, garden (for gardening), and reception. Essential services included for assisted living residents would be bathing, dressing, grooming, and continence support; as well as medication management, mobility support, and social support that is entered on life enrichment activities and programs.

(206) 536-3049

24-bed community

A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.

Walk Score: 97 / 100

Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

67%

Lower than the Washington average: 72.5%

Occupied beds

16 / 24

Average residents per home in Washington 73 per day

Facility TypeBoarding Home

StatusOperating

ExpirationSeptember 30, 2026

CountyKing

License Number1170

Staffing

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

ContactPhyllis Fischer

Fax(206) 545-2887

What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Room Sizes: 530 - 570 / 759 / 913 / 940 - 999 / 952 - 1040 sq. ft

Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Building Type: Mid-rise

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

Types of Care at University House Wallingford

Independent Living Assisted Living

Since 2023 · 3 years of data 33 deficiencies

Inspection Scorecard This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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

Latest Inspection September 3, 2024 Annual Inspection

Deficiencies Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

Metric	This Facility	WA Average	vs. WA Avg
Total deficiencies Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	33	31	This facility has 6% more total deficiencies than a typical Washington assisted living residence (33 vs. WA avg 31).↑ 6% worse
Deficiencies per year Average deficiencies per year since 2023.	11	10.3	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 An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

The most recent inspection on September 3, 2024, found no deficiencies at the facility. Earlier inspections showed some deficiencies, mainly related to fire and life safety documentation and maintenance, as well as a respiratory protection program for staff fit-testing. Complaint investigations included a substantiated case involving missing fire safety documentation and a citation for lacking a respiratory protection program during an influenza A case. Enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The inspection history shows improvement, with the most recent full inspection free of deficiencies after prior issues were identified and cited.

Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for University House Wallingford

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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).

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.

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).

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.

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).

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

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

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.

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

Benefits

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

4.1 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Seattle's city center to University House Wallingford's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.84 miles to nearest hospital (Swedish Cancer Institute Medical Oncology - Ballard)

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