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Park Ridge Care Center in Seattle, WA

Park Ridge Care Center is a nursing home community in Seattle, WA.

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Park Ridge Care Center in Seattle, WA

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  • Interior

    An elderly man in a wheelchair is surrounded by two healthcare professionals in a medical setting.

  • Outdoors

    A sunny outdoor area with benches and a pathway in front of a building.

  • Decor

    A cozy living room featuring comfortable chairs, a fireplace, and vibrant floral decor, perfect for relaxation.

  • Living Room

    A cozy armchair next to a fireplace in a well-decorated living room.

  • Bedroom

    A well-lit hospital patient room featuring two beds separated by curtains, with a small table and flower arrangements.

  • Trees

    A serene backyard with lush green grass and towering trees, perfect for relaxation.

  • Windows

    A cozy living room featuring a brown armchair, beige sofa, and a coffee table positioned near large windows that let in plenty of natural light.

  • Dining

    A cozy dining area set for a meal, featuring elegantly arranged tables and comfortable chairs.

  • Landscaping

    A modern aquarium setup featuring decorative elements and vibrant greenery.

  • Natural Light

    A cozy bedroom featuring a neatly made single bed with a decorative pillow, a poster on the wall, and natural light streaming through the window.

1250 Northeast 145Th Street, Seattle, WA 98155

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

2.9 from 48 reviews
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Overall Review of Park Ridge Care Center

differentiator 7 reviews mention this

Food gets frequent mentions

Dining is one of the most discussed parts of residents’ and families’ experiences.

Several reviewers describe the food as a standout, mentioning compliments about meals, tasty food, and cooks that take care with preparation and dietary needs. Others are far less satisfied, calling the food appalling or mentioning that their loved one was on restricted textures. Residents also connect dining to day-to-day comfort when care feels attentive.

  • A cozy dining area set for a meal, featuring elegantly arranged tables and comfortable chairs.
  • A beautifully arranged dining table with teal napkins, elegant glassware, and cutlery.
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Care quality is mixed

Residents and families describe care that can feel attentive and responsive, or dismissive and slow.

Some reviews say the nursing and therapy teams were attentive, knowledgeable, and responsive to questions and needs, with staff members getting to know residents. Other reviewers report serious breakdowns, including long waits after call lights, delays in medication, and staff not showing up when help is requested. A consistent thread across comments is that experiences vary by shift and situation, with multiple families describing issues that affected comfort and safety.

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Cleanliness and upkeep come up

Cleanliness is mentioned both as a positive and as a concern.

On the positive side, reviewers describe the facility as clean, safe, and well maintained, including comments about a secure outdoor garden and an environment that looked cared for. On the negative side, a few reviews describe the facility as dirty or unclean and mention residents being placed at risk despite safety expectations. Taken together, cleanliness is not described the same way by every family.

caveat 6 reviews mention this

Staff response problems are reported

Multiple reviews describe delays in getting help when call lights are used.

Several families report that staff did not respond promptly to call lights, with waits stretching for hours. Some reviews also mention that certain aides or nurses were rude or refused simple help, which then escalated discomfort for the resident. While other reviewers report attentive staff, these delayed-response accounts are specific enough to be a recurring complaint.

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Nearby essentials feel accessible

The area includes common services and a major hospital within a short drive.

Reviewers’ day-to-day context is supported by the community’s proximity to neighborhood pharmacy options and a hospital. Nearby choices can help families handle prescriptions and non-urgent needs while coordinating visits or appointments.

How we summarize

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Features

Housing

  • 115 resident community capacity 115 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

  • Seattle-Tacoma International (20 miles away) Seattle-Tacoma International (20 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
  • 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

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (1 miles)
  • Fred Meyer Pharmacy (1.2 miles)
  • Bartell Drugs (1.3 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.4 miles)
  • QFC Pharmacy (1.8 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.8 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.1 miles)

Restaurants

  • Dick's Drive-In (1.4 miles)
  • McDonald's (1.5 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (1.7 miles)
  • The Guest House (3 miles)
  • The Habit Burger Grill (3.2 miles)
  • Seaplane Kitchen & Bar (3.4 miles)
  • Magnuson Cafe & Brewery (3.9 miles)

Hospitals

  • Northwest Hospital (1.8 miles)
  • Swedish Medical Center (4.8 miles)
  • Seattle Children's Hospital (5.2 miles)
  • Uw Medical Center Cafeteria (5.9 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (2 miles)
  • Starbucks (2.4 miles)
  • Diva Espresso (2.8 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.4 miles)
  • Woods Coffee (4.5 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.6 miles)
  • Jake's Coffee (4.9 miles)

Transportation

  • Northgate Transit Center (2.3 miles)
  • Northgate Station Seattle (2.3 miles)
  • Roosevelt Station Seattle (4.1 miles)
  • U District Station (5.2 miles)
  • University of Washington LINK Station (5.9 miles)

Parks

  • Saint Edward State Park (2.6 miles)
  • Log Boom Park (2.8 miles)
  • Echo Lake Park (3 miles)
  • Carkeek Park (3 miles)
  • Maple Leaf Park (3.1 miles)
  • O.O. Denny Park (3.2 miles)
  • Greenwood Park (3.4 miles)

Physicians

  • Ballard Pediatric Clinic PS (4.5 miles)
  • Warby Parker (5 miles)
  • Lakeshore Clinic (5.3 miles)

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