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Washington Soldiers Home in Orting, WA

Washington Soldiers Home is a nursing home community in Orting, WA.

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Washington Soldiers Home in Orting, WA

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  • Interior

    A vintage telescope positioned by a window, surrounded by wooden furniture.

  • Building

    A historic brick building with a well-maintained lawn.

  • Architecture

    A brick building with well-maintained grass and an inviting entrance.

  • Trees

    A tranquil view of a bridge over a lake surrounded by autumn foliage.

  • Dining

    A group of people enjoying a communal meal at an outdoor picnic table.

  • Landscaping

    Aerial view of the Washington Soldiers Home located in Orting, Washington.

  • Garden

    A welcoming entrance to a building surrounded by neatly trimmed bushes.

  • Entrance

    A building entrance with blooming flowers and large columns.

  • Outdoor

    A historical military tank displayed on a grassy field.

  • Nature

    A peaceful view of a campground surrounded by trees under a bright blue sky.

  • Gazebo

    A serene wooden gazebo surrounded by lush greenery, perfect for outdoor relaxation.

  • Art

    A striking bust sculpture commemorating a notable individual, set in a green outdoor space.

1301 Orting-Kapowsin Highway E, Orting, WA 98360

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

4.4 from 80 reviews
5 stars
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4 stars
12
3 stars
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Overall Review of Washington Soldiers Home

differentiator 14 reviews mention this

Veteran-focused support stands out

Residents describe the community as a dedicated support place for veterans.

Multiple reviews focus on veteran-specific support, including callsout to care for veterans and families bringing a loved one there for VA-related help. A few reviewers also mention the site’s historical connection and that it feels like a place veterans can rely on at the stage in life they’re in. Even among more critical comments, the language repeatedly centers on veteran care and outcomes.

common 18 reviews mention this

Care staff receive strong praise

Many residents and families report staff are caring, helpful, and attentive.

The most consistent positive thread is staff behavior: several reviews describe compassionate, respectful nursing and helpful caregivers who follow through on requests. Some reviewers add details like staff being responsive with communication and day-to-day support, including help tied to higher care needs. At the same time, a smaller set of reviews express the opposite experience, including claims of abuse, neglect, or rude interactions.

common 6 reviews mention this

Activities help residents stay engaged

Residents describe a steady mix of activities to take part in.

Several reviews mention being kept busy with activities, from scheduled gatherings to special events. Families also describe “extra” opportunities for residents, and others mention specific examples like an AA meeting and resident interests and pastimes. Reviews also note that staff are actively involved in keeping residents engaged.

common 4 reviews mention this

Quality-of-life feels quiet

A quieter, well-kept feel shows up in multiple reviews.

Some reviewers describe the setting as quiet and peaceful, and others mention the property’s appearance and historic character. A few reviews also link the atmosphere to residents being content and taken care of. These comments focus more on day-to-day feel than on services.

caveat 3 reviews mention this

Serious concerns about safety appear

A minority of reviews raise serious safety and care-concern issues.

There are multiple critical reviews that allege abuse or neglect and describe attempts to change medical appointments. Other negative feedback cites unsafe conditions, including claims involving drugs, a leaking roof, and an overdose incident. These reports are not presented as isolated complaints in the reviews; they appear as recurring themes among the most severe ratings.

How we summarize

Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes are displayed.

Features

Housing

  • 97 resident community capacity 97 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • 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
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

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

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

Places of Worship

  • Abundant Life Foursquare Church (0.4 miles)
  • Evergreen Presbyterian Church (5.3 miles)

Restaurants

  • Los Pinos Mexican Restaurant (1.2 miles)
  • McDonald's (1.4 miles)
  • Pour Me Bar and Bistro (3.9 miles)
  • Top Gun Bar And Grill (4 miles)
  • Wendy's (4 miles)
  • McDonald's (4 miles)
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill (4.2 miles)

Physicians

  • Medical Center of Orting, PC (1.3 miles)
  • MultiCare Eatonville Clinic (1.3 miles)
  • Washington Gastroenterology - Sunrise Clinic (3.3 miles)
  • Park in Kwon MD - In Kwon Park, MD (3.3 miles)
  • Daniel Enestroescu (3.3 miles)
  • Sunrise Medical Campus (3.4 miles)
  • Woodcreek Healthcare (3.5 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Safeway Pharmacy (1.3 miles)
  • Walgreens (4 miles)
  • Rite Aid (4.3 miles)
  • Safeway Pharmacy (4.4 miles)
  • Rite Aid (4.4 miles)
  • Walgreens (5 miles)
  • Rite Aid (5.6 miles)

Parks

  • Williams park (2.2 miles)
  • Sunrise Park (2.6 miles)
  • Tehaleh Playground (4 miles)
  • Frontier Park (4.2 miles)
  • Bradley Lake Park (6.5 miles)
  • Allan Yorke City Park (8 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (4.6 miles)
  • Dutch Bros Coffee (6.4 miles)
  • Panera Bread (6.5 miles)
  • Starbucks (6.8 miles)
  • Starbucks (6.8 miles)

Hospitals

  • Attaway (5.7 miles)
  • Multicare Medical Center (7.5 miles)
  • Multicare Health System (8.3 miles)

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