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Fernwood At The Park in Seattle, WA

Fernwood At The Park is an independent living community in Seattle, WA.

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Fernwood At The Park in Seattle, WA

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  • Interior

    A large, ornate floral arrangement in a vase displayed indoors with plants and a staircase in the background.

  • Decor

    A cozy living room with a sofa and coffee table in front of a fireplace.

  • Living Room

    Cozy living room with a sofa, chair, and lamp near large windows.

  • Building

    A two-story residential building with balconies, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and under a partly cloudy sky.

  • Architecture

    A two-story building with a well-maintained lawn under a partly cloudy sky.

  • Dining

    An elegant dining area with neatly set tables, surrounded by warm lighting and a grand staircase.

  • Chandelier

    A spacious dining area with elegant chandeliers and a prominent American flag, viewed from a staircase.

  • Bookshelves

    A cozy game room with a pool table and a library area featuring bookshelves and comfortable chairs.

  • Plant

    A cozy indoor setting featuring a chess board on a wooden table, complemented by comfortable seating and a decorative plant.

17623 1st Avenue S, Seattle, WA 98148

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

4.1 from 50 reviews
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Overall Review of Fernwood At The Park

common 14 reviews mention this

Staff warmth and responsiveness

Residents and families consistently describe staff as warm and responsive.

A lot of the reviews focus on staff being friendly, caring, and quick to respond when families or residents had questions. Several visitors also mention specific interactions—like greeting people by name, helping someone settle in, and following up thoughtfully. Across positive reviews, the common thread is that residents feel supported day-to-day through people who pay attention.

common 9 reviews mention this

Restaurant-style dining and meals

Dining is frequently described as well-prepared and enjoyable.

Residents and guests repeatedly mention the food as good, with examples like fresh bread, salads, soups, and generally healthy meals. Multiple reviews tie meals to daily enjoyment and social time, and at least one review calls out standout items like potato salad. A few reviews are negative about food quality, so dining appears consistently praised but not universally.

  • An elegant dining area with neatly set tables, surrounded by warm lighting and a grand staircase.
  • A dining room with a table set for a meal, complete with plates, cups, and a floral centerpiece.
  • A spacious dining area with elegant chandeliers and a prominent American flag, viewed from a staircase.
common 8 reviews mention this

Plenty of activities and community

Residents describe frequent activities that help them stay engaged.

Reviews often describe an active schedule with things to do and regular opportunities to socialize. Several residents and families mention holiday celebrations and ongoing programs, and one reviewer emphasizes daily programs. A few comments also note privacy as an option, suggesting the activity focus can still feel livable for different preferences.

caveat 4 reviews mention this

Care support varies by needs

Care feedback is mixed, especially when extra help is needed.

Some reviews praise care support and describe caregivers as helpful and quick to respond. Others are strongly critical of a specific care service and say not to rely on it. One review also frames the community as a fit for independent living, while suggesting that people needing assisted living may need different arrangements.

differentiator 3 reviews mention this

Support for meds and check-ins

Residents and families mention easy access to help when needed.

Several reviews point to built-in support when health help is required, describing a button-style way to get assistance and day-to-day readiness for medical needs. The community also provides nursing coverage on a schedule and medication management as part of care services, which aligns with why families highlight how help is reached quickly. Still, one review raises a negative experience during a moment when assistance was expected, so outcomes may depend on the situation and caregiver coverage.

caveat 2 reviews mention this

Rents and value get contested

Price and rent expectations come up in reviews.

A few reviewers question whether rent levels match what they believe residents can afford, while one comment argues for lower monthly costs. Another review claims rents are being raised and long-term residents are being pushed out, framing pricing as a downside. Even in more positive reviews that mention value, the cost conversation is not one-sided.

How we summarize

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Features

Housing

  • 22 resident community capacity 22 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Independent Living Independent Living
  • Respite Care Respite Care

Amenities

  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Seattle-Tacoma International (1 miles away) Seattle-Tacoma International (1 miles away)
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program

Dining

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

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

Physicians

  • Three Tree Women's Clinic (0.9 miles)
  • King LASIK (5.2 miles)
  • Northwest Foot And Ankle Center, PS (5.8 miles)
  • Island Family Medicine (6.3 miles)
  • Valley Medical Center, Rehab Services Pt Ot Therapy (6.3 miles)
  • Kent Eye Clinic (6.6 miles)
  • Kosnoski Eye Care (7.2 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (1 miles)
  • Bartell Drugs (1.7 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.9 miles)
  • Bartell Drugs (3.1 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.1 miles)
  • Saars Marketplace And Saars Super Saver (4.5 miles)
  • Bartell Drugs - Ebt (5.1 miles)

Transportation

  • Alaska Airlines Seattle Lounge - North Satellite (1.5 miles)
  • Concourse C (1.5 miles)
  • Concourse B (1.5 miles)
  • Delta SkyClub A-B (1.6 miles)
  • Alaska Lounge (1.6 miles)
  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) (1.6 miles)
  • North Satellite (1.6 miles)

Restaurants

  • Seattle Taproom (1.6 miles)
  • El Rinconsito (1.6 miles)
  • 13 Coins (1.9 miles)
  • Sharps Roasthouse (1.9 miles)
  • Denny's (1.9 miles)
  • Auntie Irene's Coffee Shop (3.1 miles)
  • Azteca Mexican Restaurants (3.4 miles)

Cafes

  • Floret (1.6 miles)
  • Starbucks (1.8 miles)
  • Dutch Bros Coffee (5.8 miles)
  • Starbucks (5.9 miles)
  • Starbucks (6.5 miles)
  • Starbucks (7.3 miles)
  • Starbucks (7.4 miles)

Parks

  • Ed Munro Seahurst Park (2.6 miles)
  • North SeaTac Park (3.3 miles)
  • Johnson Pit #30, Earthworks Park (3.5 miles)
  • Saltwater State Park (4.8 miles)
  • Lincoln Park (6.5 miles)
  • Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park (7.6 miles)
  • Fairmount Playground (7.8 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC Kent Station 14 (6.3 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Holy Spirit Parish (6.5 miles)

Hospitals

  • Providence Mount St. Vincent - Seattle (8.1 miles)

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