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Providence St Joseph Care Center in Spokane, WA

Providence St Joseph Care Center is a nursing home community in Spokane, WA.

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Providence St Joseph Care Center in Spokane, WA

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17 East 8Th Avenue, Spokane, WA 99202

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

3.2 from 36 reviews
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Overall Review of Providence St Joseph Care Center

differentiator 9 reviews mention this

Rehab therapy gets consistent praise

Residents and families frequently highlight attentive physical and occupational therapy during recovery.

Multiple reviewers describe physical and occupational therapy teams as thorough, kind, and actively involved, sometimes alongside speech therapy. Several families say therapists helped drive day-to-day rehab progress and were especially patient. A few mentions are more critical of therapy coordination, but overall therapy is one of the clearest strengths described in the reviews.

common 15 reviews mention this

Dining quality feels inconsistent

Food quality and temperature are a recurring point, with both positive and negative comments.

Some reviewers say the food was very good, wonderful, or enjoyed as part of the stay. Others describe meals as cold, off-menu for special diets, or poorly prepared, including concerns about portioning. A few also connect dining issues to timing during delivery or to differences in how meals were handled for special diets.

caveat 10 reviews mention this

Call lights and follow-through frustrate

Residents and families report problems getting timely help and following through on promises.

Several reviews raise concerns about communication and responsiveness, including unanswered call lights and unanswered phones. Others describe delayed or missing follow-through on practical needs and decisions, such as shipping laundry or arranging needed support during appointments. Even reviews that rate overall care positively also mention gaps between what was promised and what was delivered.

caveat 5 reviews mention this

Some residents report hygiene neglect

Some reviews describe serious hygiene and personal-care concerns.

A recurring negative theme is hygiene, including reports of infrequent bathing and residents left in unclean conditions. Other comments describe skin concerns such as sores and issues with basic medical items and personal cleanliness. These reviews also tie the concerns to staffing and responsiveness, rather than isolated incidents.

common 7 reviews mention this

Renovated rooms feel more comfortable

Many reviewers mention newer, spacious, private rooms that work well for visits.

Several reviewers describe renovated rooms as large, clean, and private, with bathrooms that accommodate visitors and day-to-day needs. Some say the spaces were especially supportive for family access and comfort during recovery. A minority of comments still focus more on service delivery than the room itself, but the room updates are repeatedly noted.

common 6 reviews mention this

Activities help pass the days

Residents commonly mention planned activities that make daily time feel less routine.

Multiple reviews describe scheduled daily activities and social engagement, including resident-run activities and planned experiences. Some families also mention religious or group activities, plus help arranging rides when leaving for appointments. While a few reviews focus on other care problems, activity programming shows up often enough to be a consistent, positive thread.

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

  • 162 resident community capacity 162 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

  • Spokane International (6 miles away) Spokane International (6 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

This area of Spokane, Washington is a bustling hub for healthcare services, with several reputable physicians, rehabilitation centers, and hospitals located within close proximity. The restaurants in the area offer a diverse selection of dining options, ranging from fast food to upscale steakhouses. Additionally, there are cafes nearby where you can enjoy a leisurely cup of coffee or tea. For your convenience, there are pharmacies available for prescription needs. Public transportation through Spokane Transit Authority is easily accessible for getting around the city. If you enjoy spending time outdoors, there are several parks in the area where you can relax and take in the beautiful surroundings. Overall, this neighborhood offers a mix of amenities and services that may be appealing for seniors looking for a vibrant community to call home.

Physicians

  • Rehabilitation Associates (0.1 miles)
  • Rockwood (0.1 miles)
  • Inland Eye Center (0.1 miles)
  • Plastic Surgery Northwest (0.1 miles)
  • Spolkane Allergy S Asthma Clinic (0.2 miles)
  • Dr Monica M. German, MD (0.2 miles)
  • Providence Center for Advanced Heart Disease & Transplant (0.2 miles)

Hospitals

  • St Luke's Rehabilitation Institute (0.1 miles)
  • Sacred Heart Medical Center Helistop Heliport (0.2 miles)
  • Spokane Kidney Center (0.3 miles)
  • Deaconess Medical Center (0.7 miles)
  • Seattle Childrens Hospital (0.8 miles)
  • Shriners Hospitals for Children-Spokane (0.8 miles)

Restaurants

  • Dick's Hamburgers (0.3 miles)
  • Alpine Delicatessen (0.4 miles)
  • Arby's (0.5 miles)
  • McDonald's (0.6 miles)
  • Satellite Diner (0.7 miles)
  • Churchill's Steakhouse (0.8 miles)
  • Chili's Grill & Bar (0.8 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (0.4 miles)
  • Atticus Coffee & Gifts (0.9 miles)
  • Rocket Bakery (1.1 miles)
  • Starbucks (1.2 miles)
  • Dutch Bros Coffee (1.4 miles)
  • The Scoop (1.5 miles)
  • Browne's Bistro (1.6 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Community, A Walgreens Pharmacy (0.5 miles)
  • Rosauers Supermarkets (1.4 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.5 miles)

Transportation

  • Spokane Transit Authority Sta (0.9 miles)

Parks

  • Nishomiya Japanese Garden (1 miles)
  • Riverfront Park (1 miles)
  • Duncan Gardens (1 miles)
  • The United States Pavilion, Expo '74 (1.1 miles)
  • Ice Age floods Playground (1.2 miles)
  • Polly Judd Park (1.4 miles)
  • Comstock Park (1.6 miles)

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