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2.3 from 56 reviews
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Ballard Center Costs & Pricing
The Ballard Center offers a range of accommodations with pricing that reflects the higher living costs characteristic of King County and Washington state. For semi-private rooms, residents can expect to pay $4,395 per month, which is slightly below the county average of $4,430 but just above the state average of $4,267. In terms of private rooms, Ballard Center's monthly fee is $5,274; this positions it above both the county's average of $5,034 and the state's average of $4,772. For those seeking studio apartments, the cost rises to $5,713, markedly exceeding the averages in King County at $4,464 and Washington state at $4,126. Overall, while Ballard Center's rates are competitive for certain room types within a challenging market landscape, they do trend higher for private and studio options when compared to broader regional averages.
Floor plans
Ballard Center
King County
Washington
Semi-Private
$4,395
$4,430
$4,272
Private
$5,274
$5,034
$4,774
Studio
$5,713
$4,464
$4,128
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Several residents and families describe difficulty getting timely responses by phone.
A recurring concern in the reviews is reaching the right person when a family member needs help or updates. Multiple reviewers say calls are not answered or returned, and that call lights and requests for assistance go unanswered for long periods. Some families also describe delays or gaps in care planning discussions with social services. A few reviewers mention better experiences getting in touch, but those are outweighed by reports of poor responsiveness.
caveat13 reviews mention this
Safety and medical follow-through concerns
Some reviews raise serious concerns about basic safety and medical follow-through.
Several reviews describe situations where medical needs were missed or delayed, including reports of severe infections, unmanaged symptoms, and serious complications. Reviewers also describe problems with medication timing and medication changes, plus instances where families say they weren’t notified about urgent changes in condition. There are also accounts of care becoming nearly nonexistent when residents were moved farther from where staff could see them. While a smaller set of reviews describes good outcomes, these safety-focused complaints appear repeatedly.
differentiator5 reviews mention this
Rehab therapy support stands out
Rehabilitation progress and therapy support are highlighted in multiple resident stories.
Some reviewers describe positive rehab experiences, including therapy that helped with mobility after injury or illness. A couple of families specifically mention PT and OT support and note that therapists provided regular treatment and practical help getting moving again. Several also describe their loved one discharging sooner than expected after rehabilitation, with social services supporting transitions. These accounts contrast with the more critical reviews focused on responsiveness and day-to-day care.
caveat9 reviews mention this
Overall cleanliness is mixed
Reviews describe both very clean conditions and frequent cleanliness problems.
Cleanliness comes up frequently, but the experiences aren’t consistent. Some reviewers praise the facility as very clean or immaculate, while others describe strong odors, dirty surroundings, and a run-down feeling. Several negative reviews connect these conditions to discomfort and concerns about the attention given to residents’ daily needs. Taken together, cleanliness appears to vary by situation rather than being consistently described the same way.
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Features
Housing
21 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Skilled Nursing Facility
Amenities
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Seattle-Tacoma International (17 miles away)
Care Services
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Coordination with health care providers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Dining
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Community-sponsored activities
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
Pharmacies
Fred Meyer Pharmacy (0.6 miles)
Walgreens (0.7 miles)
Grifols (1 miles)
Northgate Pharmacy (2 miles)
Bartell Drugs (2.1 miles)
Safeway Pharmacy (2.1 miles)
Walgreens (2.1 miles)
Cafes
Diva Espresso (0.8 miles)
Starbucks (1.2 miles)
Starbucks (1.8 miles)
Starbucks (2.2 miles)
Cafe Mox (2.4 miles)
Lighthouse Roasters (2.8 miles)
Jake's Coffee (3.4 miles)
Parks
Greenwood Park (0.9 miles)
Carkeek Park (0.9 miles)
Ballard Playfield (2.1 miles)
Woodland Park Off Leash Area (2.2 miles)
Woodland Park (2.4 miles)
Maple Leaf Park (2.4 miles)
Little Howe Park (4.3 miles)
Physicians
Ballard Pediatric Clinic PS (1 miles)
Seattle Gastroenterology Associates (3.4 miles)
Warby Parker (4 miles)
Queen Anne Eye Clinic (4.2 miles)
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center (5.1 miles)
The Ballard Center offers a range of accommodations with pricing that reflects the higher living costs characteristic of King County and Washington state. For semi-private rooms, residents can expect to pay $4,395 per month, which is slightly below the county average of $4,430 but just above the state average of $4,267. In terms of private rooms, Ballard Center's monthly fee is $5,274; this positions it above both the county's average of $5,034 and the state's average of $4,772. For those seeking studio apartments, the cost rises to $5,713, markedly exceeding the averages in King County at $4,464 and Washington state at $4,126. Overall, while Ballard Center's rates are competitive for certain room types within a challenging market landscape, they do trend higher for private and studio options when compared to broader regional averages.
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21 resident community capacity
Skilled Nursing Facility
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Seattle-Tacoma International (17 miles away)
24-hour call system
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Staff generally functional; the environment is more pleasant than Foss.
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