Amber Hills offers competitive pricing for its accommodations compared to both Yakima County and the broader Washington state averages. For a semi-private room, residents at Amber Hills can expect to pay $3,250 per month, which is notably lower than the county average of $3,576 and significantly less than the state average of $4,267. Studio apartments are priced at $4,995, slightly above Yakima County's average of $3,231 but still below the state average of $4,126. The 1-bedroom units are available for $5,500, which exceeds both the county's average of $3,572 and the state's average of $4,632. Overall, while Amber Hills presents a range of costs that vary depending on room type, it remains an appealing option within the local market by offering valuable amenities and care at competitive rates.
Floor plans
Amber Hills
Yakima County
Washington
Semi-Private
$3,250
$3,576
$4,272
Studio
$4,995
$3,231
$4,128
1 Bedroom
$5,500
$3,572
$4,634
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Residents and families consistently describe the staff as welcoming and helpful.
Many reviews focus on friendly, approachable staff who are there when families need them and who communicate changes. Several residents and families also describe staff going out of their way to help with different needs, from daily support to everyday logistics. A few reviews are sharply negative, describing unprofessional behavior and concerns about care, including reports of unsafe practices and missing medication support.
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Dining is repeatedly praised
Meals and food quality come up positively in multiple reviews.
Residents and families mention the food as a standout, using phrases like âgreat,â âoutstanding,â and meals that consistently look good. This shows up alongside praise for overall daily life, not just a one-time impression. The community also offers restaurant-style dining and multiple meal-related options in its day-to-day setup.
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Activities keep residents engaged
Residents describe a busy schedule with plenty to do.
Reviews highlight regular activities such as bingo, outings like shopping, and live events that keep people busy. Multiple mentions credit activities leadership for planning and encouragement, including a ânew activity directorâ and an athletic coordinator who stays involved. A resident also ties the overall feel of the community to having fun activities as part of daily life.
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Help with daily needs
Several reviews describe practical support for day-to-day needs.
Some reviews explain how staff support residents with mobility-related limitations and personal tasks, including help with hair and nails. Families also describe staff taking great care of residents and being helpful with whatâs needed, and one review notes staff assistance with transferring and other daily routines. One review also contrasts this by saying families may need to be more hands-on when staffing is stretched.
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Home-like feel and calm atmosphere
Reviews often describe the community as calm and home-like.
A number of reviews use language like warm, calming, and âfeels like a family,â which points to a comfortable day-to-day atmosphere. Several also describe it as a quiet place to relax, and another emphasizes how it feels like a second home. Some reviews complement this with positive impressions of decorations and the day-to-day vibe visitors notice.
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Staffing and care concerns appear
A smaller set of reviews raise concerns about staffing stability and care quality.
One review says staff donât seem to know whatâs going on, and another points to turnover and difficulty finding workers. Two additional reviews strongly recommend against sending loved ones, describing unprofessional leadership, inadequate medication handling, and other safety-related concerns. Even with many positive impressions, these recurring themes are clear enough that families may want to ask detailed questions about coverage and follow-through.
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Features
Housing
44 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Independent Living
Pets
Cats allowed
Dogs allowed
Amenities
Activities on-site
Beautician on-site
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Devotional services off-site
Devotional services on-site
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Ground floor units
Handicap accessible
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor common areas
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Respite or short term stays offered
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wheelchair accessible showers
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Care Services
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Diabetic care
High acuity care
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Dining
Diabetes diet
Guest meals
Low / no sodium
Meals provided
No Sugar
Professional chef
Restaurant style dining
Room service
Special dietary restrictions
Vegetarian
Activities
Art classes
Community-sponsored activities
Cooking classes
Day trips and outings
Devotional activities offsite
Devotional activities on-site
Educational speakers / life long learning
Happy hour
Karaoke
Live dance or theater performances
Live musical performances
Live well programs
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
Restaurants
Wine O'Clock (0.3 miles)
The Roza Grill (0.3 miles)
Willow Crest Winery (0.4 miles)
Barn Restaurant (0.4 miles)
Subway (0.5 miles)
Domino's Pizza (0.5 miles)
Golden Horse Restaurant (0.5 miles)
Physicians
Prosser Clinic | Prosser Memorial Health (0.5 miles)
Columbia Basin Hearing & Balance Center (0.8 miles)
Valley Vista Medical Group (0.9 miles)
PMH Surgical Group (0.9 miles)
Shabnam Chaugle (0.9 miles)
Pathology Associates (6.5 miles)
Grandview Medical Center (7.2 miles)
Places of Worship
Prosser Church Of Christ (0.5 miles)
First Presbyterian Church (1 miles)
Prosser Community Church (1 miles)
First Baptist Church (1.2 miles)
Church of the Nazarene (1.2 miles)
Iglesia Del Pueblo / First Baptist Church (6.3 miles)
Family Life Church (7.1 miles)
Cafes
Starbucks (0.6 miles)
Becky's Coffee Corner (0.8 miles)
Starbucks (6.1 miles)
10-4 Cafe (7 miles)
Peace Love & Coffee (7.8 miles)
Krystals Koffee (10.5 miles)
Green Olive Cafe (11.7 miles)
Transportation
Precision Aviation Solutions (0.7 miles)
U-Haul Neighborhood Dealer (12.9 miles)
Enterprise Rent-A-Car (13.3 miles)
Pharmacies
Effers Lyon Rexall Pharmacy (0.8 miles)
Elfers-Lyon Pharmacy Prosser (0.9 miles)
Hi-School Pharmacy (0.9 miles)
Safeway Pharmacy (6.1 miles)
Rite Aid (12.7 miles)
Epic (13.3 miles)
Hospitals
Prosser Memorial Hospital Ambulance Service (0.9 miles)
Amber Hills offers competitive pricing for its accommodations compared to both Yakima County and the broader Washington state averages. For a semi-private room, residents at Amber Hills can expect to pay $3,250 per month, which is notably lower than the county average of $3,576 and significantly less than the state average of $4,267. Studio apartments are priced at $4,995, slightly above Yakima County's average of $3,231 but still below the state average of $4,126. The 1-bedroom units are available for $5,500, which exceeds both the county's average of $3,572 and the state's average of $4,632. Overall, while Amber Hills presents a range of costs that vary depending on room type, it remains an appealing option within the local market by offering valuable amenities and care at competitive rates.
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44 resident community capacity
Assisted Living
Independent Living
Cats allowed
Dogs allowed
Activities on-site
Beautician on-site
Cable or satellite TV
Devotional services off-site
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Ground floor units
Handicap accessible
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor common areas
Private bathrooms
Respite or short term stays offered
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wheelchair accessible showers
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
24-hour call system
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Diabetic care
High acuity care
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Art classes
Cooking classes
Day trips and outings
Educational speakers / life long learning
Happy hour
Karaoke
Live dance or theater performances
Live musical performances
Live well programs
Friendly, caring staff with a clean, secure environment and engaging activities, plus good dining options.
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