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Cascade Park Gardens in Tacoma, WA

Cascade Park Gardens is a memory care community in Tacoma, WA.

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4347 South Union Avenue, Tacoma, WA 98409

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4 from 45 reviews
5 stars
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4 stars
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3 stars
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2 stars
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1 stars
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Cascade Park Gardens Costs & Pricing

Cascade Park Gardens offers competitive pricing for its residents compared to the broader market in Pierce County and across Washington State. For semi-private rooms, the cost at Cascade Park Gardens is $3,900 per month, which is notably lower than both the county average of $4,264 and the state average of $4,267. Similarly, studio accommodations are priced at $4,200 per month at Cascade Park Gardens, slightly above the county's average of $4,039 but still generally in line with the state average of $4,126. Overall, these costs reflect a dedication to providing quality care and comfortable living arrangements while remaining mindful of affordability in comparison to regional standards.

Floor plansCascade Park GardensPierce CountyWashington
Semi-Private$3,900$4,264$4,272
Studio$4,200$4,039$4,128

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Overall Review of Cascade Park Gardens

common 22 reviews mention this

Staff communication and caring

Residents’ families frequently describe attentive, supportive staff.

Many reviews praise staff as genuinely attentive and professional, including consistent updates during medical or behavior situations and a sense of being kept in the loop. Several reviewers also describe day-to-day interactions as caring, supportive, and understanding. A few negative reviews directly accuse staff of failures involving supervision and response time, but overall the staff experience is the most common thread.

caveat 4 reviews mention this

Medication and diabetes concerns

Some reviewers question how diabetes and medications are handled.

One family described conflicting information about diabetes medications, including insulin and metformin, and said they never knew whether medication was consistently and properly given. Another reviewer alleged over-medication and misuse, and another warned about unauthorized medication changes. During a tour, one reviewer said they were not convinced the staff understood diabetes management, which stood out as a concern.

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Activities and outings fit most days

The community offers ongoing activities and outings.

Several reviews mention activities being available, with residents participating in entertainment and community programs. Others specifically note outing opportunities and day-to-day programming as part of why they felt comfortable with the move. One memory-care review, however, said later-stage residents had very little in the way of memory-focused activities, with concerns about diversions beyond simply turning on the TV.

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Cleanliness and upkeep come through

Reviews mention both cleanliness and physical upkeep.

Multiple reviewers describe the facility as clean and well kept, and at least one specifically points to improvements to the physical plant. Others describe cleanliness problems sharply, including reports of dirty conditions such as feces, odors, and unattended or unsafe room situations. One memory-care review also raised sanitation concerns, like limited handwashing after lunch and infrequent shampooing for residents.

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Dining quality and meal support

Dining is often described positively, with meal support varying by review.

At least one reviewer says the food is good and that the community offers a variety of choices. Another review complained about meals not being handled appropriately for a resident who could not feed herself, including food left on a tray. Overall, dining comes up in reviews both as a comfort and as an area where supervision and support matter.

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Pricing sits below local benchmarks

Current pricing is shown as below county and state levels.

The listing shows published pricing ranges for semi-private and studio accommodations that are positioned below both county and state benchmarks. Reviews in the provided text do not give enough consistent detail on cost to weigh this as a resident-level point, so it’s best read as the current pricing context for the listing.

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Features

Housing

  • 85 resident community capacity 85 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Memory Care Memory Care

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Seattle-Tacoma International (18 miles away) Seattle-Tacoma International (18 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • 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
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Mild cognitive impairment Mild cognitive impairment
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Specialized memory care programming Specialized memory care programming

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • No Sugar No Sugar
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Art classes Art classes
  • Catholic services Catholic services
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Live dance or theater performances Live dance or theater performances
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Other religious services Other religious services
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Protestant services Protestant services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest
  • Yoga / chair yoga Yoga / chair yoga

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Tacoma, Washington offers a variety of amenities that may appeal to seniors looking for a comfortable and convenient living environment. With several restaurants and cafes located within a short distance, there are plenty of dining options for residents to enjoy. Additionally, the proximity to multiple physicians, pharmacies, and hospitals ensures easy access to medical care when needed. For those who enjoy spending time outdoors, there are several parks in the area where seniors can take leisurely walks and enjoy nature. Furthermore, the presence of places of worship and theaters provides opportunities for spiritual fulfillment and cultural enrichment. Overall, this neighborhood offers a well-rounded community with resources that cater to the needs and interests of seniors looking to settle down in Tacoma.

Restaurants

  • McDonald's (0.5 miles)
  • Dawson's Bar & Grill (0.7 miles)
  • Wendy's (0.7 miles)
  • BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse (0.7 miles)
  • Moctezuma's Mexican Restaurant & Tequila Bar (0.9 miles)
  • Hans's Place (1.2 miles)
  • Olive Garden (1.9 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (0.7 miles)
  • Panera Bread (0.8 miles)
  • Starbucks (2.9 miles)
  • Alfred's Cafe (3 miles)
  • Panera Bread (3.8 miles)
  • Starbucks (4 miles)

Physicians

  • Group Health Hear Center (1.3 miles)
  • Maureen A. Mooney, MD (1.3 miles)
  • Cascade Eye & Skin Centers, PC (1.3 miles)
  • Kelly Christina Md (1.4 miles)
  • Michael Lee MD - Washington Gastroenterology (1.5 miles)
  • Aesthetic Surgery Centre (1.5 miles)
  • Mt Rainier Surgical Associates (1.5 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (1.4 miles)
  • Good Neighbor Pharmacy (1.7 miles)
  • Walmart Pharmacy (2.2 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.4 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.4 miles)
  • Fred Meyer Pharmacy (2.4 miles)
  • Costless Pharmacy (2.4 miles)

Hospitals

  • MultiCare (1.8 miles)
  • MultiCare Regional Cancer Center - Tacoma (3.2 miles)
  • Group Health Cooperative (3.3 miles)

Parks

  • Sheridan Park (2 miles)
  • Conservation Park (2.6 miles)
  • Titlow Park (3.8 miles)
  • Kandle Park (3.9 miles)
  • Chambers Bay Park Playground (4.1 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Christ Episcopal Church (3.3 miles)
  • Bethlehem Baptist Church (3.5 miles)
  • Iglesia Ni Cristo (4 miles)

Theaters

  • Grand Cinema (3.4 miles)
  • AMC Lakewood Mall 12 (4 miles)

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