Ballard Care and Rehabilitation Costs & Pricing
At Ballard Care and Rehabilitation, the monthly costs for long-term care reflect both the quality of services offered and the regional market. For a semi-private room, residents can expect to pay $6,082, which is notably higher than the averages in King County at $4,430 and the broader Washington state average of $4,267. Similarly, private rooms are priced at $8,886, a significant premium compared to King County's average of $5,034 and Washington's statewide figure of $4,772. These costs underscore Ballard Care and Rehabilitation's commitment to providing exceptional care and amenities tailored to meet the needs of its residents in a competitive market.
| Floor plans | Ballard Care and Rehabilitation | King County | Washington |
|---|
| Semi-Private | $6,082 | $4,430 | $4,272 |
| Private | $8,886 | $5,034 | $4,774 |
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Overall Review of Ballard Care and Rehabilitation
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14 reviews mention this
Communication often falls short
Residents and families frequently describe trouble getting phone access and updates.
A recurring concern in the reviews is difficulty reaching the right person and getting meaningful updates. Multiple reviewers describe calls going unanswered or being transferred without follow-through, including trouble contacting social work or nursing by phone. Others report gaps in notification about serious changes, progress, or discharge planning, and say they had to advocate repeatedly to get answers. Taken together, the reviews paint a pattern of poor day-to-day communication with families.
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11 reviews mention this
Cleanliness and condition draw concerns
Several reviews describe unpleasant odors and a facility that feels unclean.
Cleanliness comes up both ways, but the negative comments are consistent about odor, dirtiness, and rooms feeling run down. Reviewers mention smells such as urine and describe the facility as dirty or depressing, with examples that include poor cleaning and needing to push for basic care. There are also a few positive mentions of cleanliness and a “very clean” feel, which suggests the experience may vary by time or unit. Overall, the reviews show uneven cleanliness and upkeep.
differentiator
4 reviews mention this
Therapy support is a high point
Several reviews highlight PT and OT as helpful during recovery.
Some of the most specific praise in the reviews centers on rehabilitation therapy—especially physical therapy and occupational therapy. Reviewers describe therapists as skilled and report getting help mobilizing after injuries or surgeries. One reviewer also ties therapy to a faster return to walking, while others mention support that helped them feel comfortable with the transition. This theme aligns with the community being a skilled nursing facility for rehab needs.
common
4 reviews mention this
Social work support varies by reviewer
Reviews describe social services as either instrumental or hard to reach.
Social work shows up clearly in the reviews, with sharply different experiences. In positive comments, reviewers say the social services team helped with communication and transition planning home. In negative reviews, family members describe missed calls, failure to coordinate next steps, and discharge without an adequate care plan. The split suggests that support may depend on who families are able to connect with and how quickly issues get handled.
caveat
10 reviews mention this
Care quality is strongly disputed
Many reviewers raise serious worries about neglect and safety.
A substantial share of the reviews express grave concerns about the level of care and patient safety. Negative accounts describe not getting needed help—such as medication delays, insufficient assistance, and unmet daily needs—along with communication breakdowns tied to those problems. Some reviewers also describe worsening conditions or incidents they say should have been handled differently, including cases involving infections, falls, or major health changes. While there are also strong positive reviews about care, the overall feedback remains sharply divided.
How we summarize
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Skilled Nursing Facility
Private
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