Nursing Home Communities in Seattle, WA

"My first impression of Bayview Manor in Seattle was that it was pretty nice looking place. I had been to two previous assisted living facilities. Bayview was much nicer than one and not quite as nice as the other. Bayview had a really friendly staff and is located in a pretty nice neighborhood. I was there to visit the grandfather of one of my best friends. He is a widower that suffered a stroke a many years ago. The food actually seemed like something I would want to eat. I really liked how well the staff was able to remember so much about the people that lived there. They almost seemed like family members. I worked for a few years as a janitor, so I am a stickler for clean bathrooms, floors, and such. Bathrooms were really clean and free of odors. The eating utensils where clean and free of water marks (my mother was a germaphobe and taught us to check the utensils first). Floors appeared to be freshly mopped/vacuumed. His actual room was pretty big. It was bigger than most rooms I've rented in apartments and house in Seattle. A lot of the old people seemed to be fairly happy (as happy as you can be in an old folks home). I guess it wouldn't be a bad place to live when that day comes for me. "

"I think my father is happier at Leon Sullivan Health Care Center. "

"It's being remodeled to our specs, and we're moving in soon to Park Shore. It has the greatest views around. It's upscale. It's not dominated by people who make you feel older. It's in the middle of Madison Park, which is a nice little community away from the big city, but still close. It got all the amenities you want -- banks, Starbucks, good restaurants -- in a small community. Staff is first class all around. The only problem is parking for anybody that visits you. "

"My husband was admitted on 11/6 for rehab due to a broken back. The staff has been amazing, although at night and on weekends the floor is chronically understaffed. The call light is frequently not answered for half an hour or more. The food is excellent, although with a limited menu. He cannot eat beef, and has a severe allergy to certain foods, I personally saw both served to him for a meal. The kitchen staff didn't seem to "get" his special needs, the alternative to what they wanted to give to him for a meal being a peanut butter and jelly sandwich, or chicken salad sandwich. Our repeated requests for add'l options were ignored. We also noticed a number of personal items went missing, even though the staff was notified, nothing was done to replace the items. The rehab staff is awesome and would recommend them to anyone and everyone. Bottom line, a pretty good facility, no weird smells, nice area in safe surroundings. "

"I found the facility to be alright. Funishings and decor were sparse and dated, they felt a little old and dingy. It was often difficult to find people who were working and many were not friendly or helpful. I think that the rooms needed to be freshened up, the paint and fixures needed updating. the workers didn't seem to be that friendly with my relative who was staying there. they were a little rough when dealing with her. maybe they are overworked and underpaid? the atmosphere seemed sad i believe that more could be done to improve the quality of life for the residents. "

Welcome to Avamere Rehabilitation at Park West! Avamere Rehabilitation at Park West is a 5 Star Rated Facility by Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Park West is the premier skilled nursing facility in West Seattle, with two zero-deficiency surveys two years in a row! We provide compassionate and personal 24-hour skilled care and rehabilitation services in a comfortable and friendly environment. At Park West, caring is our main concern. We believe the most effective way to provide compassionate care is to maintain high medical integrity, build a team spirit among staff, and provide friendly, beautiful surroundings for our patients and their visitors. Although most transitions are not easy, we strive to facilitate that process with an environment where our patients and guests feel informed and comfortable. The care in our facility focuses on differing populations of individuals. Many individuals in our population are comprised of patients requiring several days or weeks of medical care and therapy before they can safely return home (or to a lower level of care). The remaining population is individuals who require long-term skilled nursing care (lasting weeks, months or even years) as they are unable to return home due to advanced age or illness. Most of these individuals will remain with us until they pass away. Based on each individuals needs, some patients receive rehabilitation (therapy) services to either restore or, where possible, improve to prior physical functioning. For the individual needing long-term skilled nursing care, the attending physician and facility staff will do what they can to assist the individual with the activities of daily living and mobility based on each individuals circumstance. It is important for you to understand, as a patient or a loved one of a patient, that advancing age brings with it the inevitable effects of aging that no medical care or treatment can change or cure. To learn more about this providers license and review other available state reports, please visit: Washington State Department of Social and Health Services Long-Term Care Residential Options

"My husband was in Columbia Lutheran Home. All of them were so kind, patient, and helpful. They had a terrific room for the exercises he needed for rehab, and good equipment, and they were also encouraging, so it was good. He shared a room with another man. They got along just fine. There was plenty of room, and the size was good. He didn't complain at all about the food. He thought it was just fine. They had church services there for Catholics, Lutherans, and whatever. They could wheel themselves around and do what they wanted, more or less, as long as they didn't do anything to hurt themselves. I thought it was a good place. They would wheel the people outside, walk around the block, or do something with the wheelchair. Other than that, I can't say anything about activities there. He was in his room most of the time, or he was getting physical therapy."

"The Hearthstone had a good location, and I got a good impression when I walked in. It had a new building, which was very nice, but you need to walk a couple of blocks to go to dinner in the main building. The public areas were nice and great in the main building. It had a large chapel just off the main lobby. The two-bedroom unit we saw was old looking, with radiators and an air conditioner in the window. We weren't impressed with the small living room and small kitchen. There was an exercise room, and some units had a view of the lake. The dining room was very nice and had a fireplace. Some areas were a little bit private than others."

"I visited this facility and spent about a week meeting the staff and visiting with residents. The nursing assistants (who provide care directly to the residents) are all very hard working, and they seem to have a personal attachment to many of their residents. They meet daily to discuss changes in each resident's condition, so they are all aware of any new needs or concerns. The residents seemed to especially enjoy mealtimes when they were almost all able to sit together (and the food looked appealing). "

Ballard Center, located in Seattle, WA, offers a variety of care types including Short-term Rehabilitation Care, Skilled Nursing Care, and Respite Care. This makes it a versatile option for individuals seeking different levels of support and care. The center provides both private and semi-private rooms, catering to the preferences and needs of its residents. This flexibility in room types ensures that residents can choose the living situation that feels most comfortable for them.The room amenities at Ballard Center are designed to make residents feel at home. While the specific amenities provided in each room can vary, options such as full kitchens are available, allowing residents the choice to prepare their own meals if they wish. This feature adds a sense of independence and comfort to the living experience at Ballard Center. Additionally, the center is equipped with modern amenities including outdoor common areas, a garden, and communal dining spaces. These shared spaces offer residents the opportunity to socialize and engage with the community, enhancing their overall living experience.Ballard Center also offers a range of services aimed at meeting the diverse needs of its residents. Nurses and therapists are on staff to provide medical care and support, including specialized services such as Diabetic Care. Housekeeping services ensure that residents live in a clean and well-maintained environment. With these comprehensive services, Ballard Center strives to provide a supportive and caring community for its residents, making it a considerate choice for those in need of short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, or respite care.

"The Kenney is a wonderful retirement and assisted living facility. The units are clean and bright and the staff treats residents like family. I appreciate that the facility offers a wide range of interesting activities for residents and the dinin room offers fresh health meals throughout the day. "

"This place is so wonderful. Very caring, gentle and professional staff. I would list all of the people that I want to thank but am afraid of forgetting or excluding anyone because EVERYONE that works here has been great! My father is very fortunate to be here."

"The grounds at Caroline Kline Galland Home look beautiful, the staff has been very good working with my dad, and they're trying to get him so he can be a little more independent. I'm really happy with them. He was in quarantine when he got there; they're working very hard to get everybody safe. He said that the food seemed to be fine, it's kosher, though he's not Jewish. But they will allow you to bring in food from outside, so we've brought him food a couple of times now. Some of the issue is just with the communication, and trying to manage everything during the pandemic. The staff I've dealt with have been great, they've been very helpful, and seemed to be very concerned. They're trying to make sure that my dad's being taken care of. From what I've seen, the place looks really clean."

"The staff here are so wonderful and caring. My mother-in-law is in stage 6 Alzheimer's and wanders, scared, and previously wanting to go home. Now this is her home. The staff treat her so well, as if she were their mother! Mostbfacilities (even ones I have worked in) smell horrible, but this one does not. We love the care and respect she receives here. Also, she may fight getting dressed and showered, but she is always clean and teeth brushed! We couldnt ask for a better facility! There are others much closer for us, but they cant come close to the care we have received from Seamar. Don't let the area of the facility bother you. It is very safe and secure. Two thumbs up!!! Thank you to the staff for taking such good care of our mom! "