Residents and families repeatedly describe the staff as caring, responsive, and attentive.
Across many reviews, families say the staff shows kindness and concern day to day, with caregivers and nurses treating residents with respect and familiarity. Several reviewers also mention communicationâkeeping families informed, addressing needs promptly, and supporting difficult transitions. A few residents describe administrative staff as helpful and responsive as well. One set of reviews is unhappy with care and professionalism, but that feedback is clearly separate from the broader pattern of positive staff experiences.
common6 reviews mention this
Dining is improving and well-regarded
Dining is a frequent bright spot, with praise for meal variety and taste.
Multiple residents and families comment on the quality of the meals and the dining experience, including an âexcellent choice of meals.â One review specifically says the food improved tremendously and credits the chef and kitchen staff for showing up in the dining area. Reviews also note diet-related support, including special dietary restrictions and diabetes-appropriate dining. A smaller number of critical reviews complain about portion size and repetitiveness, which contrasts with the overall dining praise.
differentiator3 reviews mention this
24/7-style nursing and oversight
Reviews and the care model emphasize nursing availability and continuous oversight.
Some families mention nursing coverage and quick access to help, describing the community as prepared for changing or complicated needs. Others point to safety and security in memory care, including guidance for residents with delusions and confidence that residents are kept safe. The communityâs care services also include medication management, meal preparation, and help with activities of daily living, which aligns with why many reviews frame the support as thorough rather than limited. A few critical reviews raise concerns about response and staffing, so the experience isnât uniform for everyone.
common6 reviews mention this
Activities keep residents engaged
Residents describe plenty of scheduled activities and outings to stay involved.
Many reviewers mention a steady calendar of activities, including daily programming, resident-led events, and social opportunities. Families also describe a mix of inside and outside experiences, such as trips, music, games, and events. One reviewer specifically calls out posted daily schedules and encouragement to participate. Another review highlights that the communityâs approach helps residents stay active across living levels, including memory care.
caveat4 reviews mention this
Staffing and response quality concerns
A minority of reviews report short staffing, delayed responses, and unmet care needs.
Several critical reviews describe the facility as overbooked or short-staffed, with concerns about caregiver-to-resident ratios and nighttime coverage. One reviewer says help took far longer than expected after a resident used an emergency button. Others raise hygiene and personal-care issues, including a report that bathing did not happen for an extended period and a separate memory-care review describing poor cleanliness and limited attention. These concerns also appear alongside claims of other serious issues, which makes this a consistent caveat even though many other reviews are strongly positive.
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Features
Housing
60 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Respite Care
Amenities
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Seattle-Tacoma International (7 miles away)
Community operated transportation
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Care Services
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Dining
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Fitness programs
Planned day trips
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
Physicians
Kosnoski Eye Care (0.9 miles)
Legacy Medical Aesthetics (2.1 miles)
Kent Eye Clinic (2.9 miles)
Northwest Foot And Ankle Center, PS (3.9 miles)
Valley Medical Center - Fairwood Clinic (4.4 miles)
Valley Medical Center, Rehab Services Pt Ot Therapy (4.7 miles)
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60 resident community capacity
Assisted Living
Respite Care
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Seattle-Tacoma International (7 miles away)
Community operated transportation
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Concierge services
Planned day trips
Cozy, home-like setting with furnished rooms and 24-hour support.
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