The Arbor at Bremerton in Mercer Island, WA

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  • Interior

    A modern living room with a chandelier, large windows, and stylish furniture.

  • Building

    A well-lit building entrance with a covered walkway and stone accents in the evening.

  • Bedroom

    A modern, minimalist bedroom with a single bed and a wooden floor.

  • Windows

    A modern hair salon with a stylish chair, a large mirror, and cabinetry for storage.

  • Dining

    A neatly arranged dining area with tables and chairs, featuring modern lighting and large windows.

  • Lighting

    A modern lobby area with comfortable seating and a large television.

The Arbor at Bremerton in Mercer Island, WA

The Arbor at Bremerton is an assisted living community in Mercer Island, WA.

Information last verified:

7900 SE 28th Street, Mercer Island, WA 98040

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

3.4 from 39 reviews
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Overall Review of The Arbor at Bremerton

common 12 reviews mention this

Staff are both caring and responsive

Many families describe staff as caring, knowledgeable, and willing to help.

Across reviews, residents and families often describe staff as attentive, compassionate, and responsive when questions come up. Several mention being kept informed, having medications handled promptly, and feeling welcomed during move-in. A recurring contrasting note is that this supportive experience is not consistent during every visit, with some families reporting trouble reaching staff.

caveat 12 reviews mention this

Understaffing and communication concerns

Some families say staffing levels and communication fall short.

Multiple reviews describe a pattern of understaffing, including difficulty finding staff during visits. Some families report delayed or missed care tasks, limited interaction with residents, and meals being skipped or served late. Other reviews go further, describing serious neglect and safety concerns, plus situations where families felt they were not getting timely updates.

common 8 reviews mention this

Dining quality is a mixed bag

Residents’ dining experiences range from well-regarded to repeatedly criticized.

Several reviews say the food is good, with a menu that families appreciate and regular dinner experiences that feel organized. At the same time, other families report cold meals, skipped meals, or dinners that arrive hours late. Between those extremes, reviews suggest dining quality can vary depending on timing and staffing.

common 4 reviews mention this

Activities are described differently

Activities and social time are offered, but not everyone sees them consistently.

Some families highlight enrichment activities and outings as a positive part of daily life, including better social stimulation than their previous care experience. Reviews also mention the community offering scheduled activities and time for residents to spend outside. Other families report limited activities and a less engaging environment, particularly during periods when they say staffing is thin.

caveat 3 reviews mention this

Medication handling draws attention

Medication support is mentioned both positively and negatively.

One family notes medications were ready after move-in and describes staff help with care details. Other reviews report serious medication problems, including withheld inhalers for a week and broader concerns about whether residents receive needed medical support in time. Overall, medication experiences appear uneven across reviews.

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Features

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living

Amenities

  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Seattle-Tacoma International (10 miles away) Seattle-Tacoma International (10 miles away)

Care Services

  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

Parks

  • Luther Burbank Park (0.5 miles)
  • Lake Washington Boulevard Park (2.3 miles)
  • Bellevue Downtown Park (2.3 miles)
  • Genesee Park & Playground (2.6 miles)
  • Seward Park (2.7 miles)
  • Georgia Zumdieck Park (3.1 miles)
  • Blue Dog Pond (3.1 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (2.2 miles)
  • Safeway Pharmacy (2.4 miles)
  • Bartell Drugs (2.6 miles)
  • Walgreens (3 miles)
  • Bartell Drugs (3.2 miles)
  • Bartell Drugs (3.2 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.3 miles)

Restaurants

  • Din Tai Fung (2.6 miles)
  • Kura Revolving Sushi Bar (2.8 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (3 miles)
  • Uwajimaya (3.1 miles)
  • Seattle Fish Guys (3.4 miles)
  • Chuck's Hop Shop (3.9 miles)
  • Burgermaster (4.2 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC Factoria 8 (2.9 miles)
  • Regal Meridian & 4DX (5.1 miles)
  • AMC Pacific Place 11 (5.2 miles)

Hospitals

  • Dengda Tang MD | Kaiser Permanente (3.1 miles)
  • Overlake Hospital Medical Center (3.2 miles)
  • Swedish Medical Center (4.5 miles)
  • Harborview Medical Center (4.5 miles)
  • Uw Medical Center Cafeteria (5.7 miles)

Physicians

  • Allegro Pediatrics (3.1 miles)
  • Medical Arts Associates (3.5 miles)
  • Evergreen Speech and Hearing Clinic (3.5 miles)
  • Allegro Pediatrics (4 miles)
  • Seattle Reproductive Medicine (4 miles)
  • UW Medicine Sports Medicine Center at Eastside Specialty Center (4.1 miles)
  • Advanced Family Medicine (5.2 miles)

Transportation

  • Mount Baker Station (3.1 miles)
  • Columbia City Station (3.3 miles)
  • Stadium Station (4.5 miles)
  • King Street Station (4.6 miles)
  • Capitol Hill LINK Station (4.7 miles)
  • Link Light Rail - Rainier Beach Station (5 miles)
  • University of Washington LINK Station (5.6 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (3.7 miles)
  • Squirrel Chops (3.8 miles)
  • Mercurys Coffee (4.3 miles)
  • The Flora Bakehouse (4.4 miles)
  • Oddfellows Cafe & Bar (4.5 miles)
  • Starbucks Reserve SoDo (4.8 miles)
  • Starbucks HQ (4.8 miles)

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