GenCare LifeStyle at Point Ruston

Offers Assisted Living, Independent Living, and Memory Care

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4970 Main Street

Tacoma

98407

GenCare LifeStyle at Point Ruston

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ReviewerFY#0321 2022-03-30 The GenCare LifeStyle at Point Ruston facility is new, open, bright, and cheerful. The marketing people were very helpful and financially, it's a better situation than I had before. The food is very good, the amenities are varied and very upscale, I guess, that's a good word for them. I'm in their assisted living. I am/was a resident of this facility

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Maureen 2022-01-09 GenCare LifeStyle at Point Ruston was lovely, but it was just too big of a facility for my mom. Everyone was super helpful. It's just too large for my mom, so it wasn't something that, at this time, I would have considered. The person who gave the tour was very, very nice, and very helpful. All the amenities are very similar with other places, just the building itself was a bit larger, and so it just probably would not be a good fit for my mom. I visited this facility

5 5 1

Lory 2021-08-31 GenCare LifeStyle at Point Ruston was a beautiful facility. They're beautiful there. It's a nice facility. It's a brand-new facility. They've got a swimming pool. They've got all kinds of things. They've got activities on a daily basis, and they're a wide range of activities. They were just getting started with doing outings when I was there. They got events in the facility itself, and then also out in the community. The staff seemed very nice, very friendly, and very welcoming. The apartments seem standard from all the different places I've seen. They were very nice. I visited this facility

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Barbara 2022-02-26 GenCare LifeStyle at Point Ruston was a very upscale place. It's brand new, everything was in great condition, they have a wonderful exercise facility and a swimming pool. It was very expensive. They have nice apartments. I looked at a 2-bedroom apartment and they're all new, so everything is new and the kitchen is nice and shiny. The dining area was very lovely, it's an open plan that's very neat and clean. I visited this facility

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Antone 2022-02-07 My brother has moved to GenCare LifeStyle at Point Ruston. Our experience has been A-OK, but the food is bad and just poor quality. Everything else seems to be ok. He's just using the residence, he has no special care there. It's a brand-new facility, it's really clean, and right now it's kind of nice because they're only operating about 50-60 percent capacity. So there's no overcrowding. Like when he goes down to participate in the gymnasium, which he likes, it's not very crowded. They have activities, he's just trying to get acclimated and used to his new living conditions. The people seem to be friendly and want to help. Of course, COVID kind of puts a cramp on everybody as far as being able to have openness in the common areas. If I have to go and visit him, I just have to go to his room and can't sit and eat with him or can't sit and participate in anything with him in the common areas because of COVID. It's a nice place, it's clean, and he doesn't cook for himself anymore. He gets two meals a day, but he's complaining about the food that it just has no taste and is not good quality. They told us when we moved in there that the food was great. It's about the going rate, they gave us kind of a deal when we came in there because they were operating at only 50 percent capacity and they're trying to fill the place up, so they were competitive on the pricing. They're pretty much what the going rate is, it's an expensive place to live, but all those places are. It works out to be $127 a day, which is a lot of money. I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

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R.S. 2021-09-14 I went to GenCare LifeStyle at Point Ruston two or three weeks ago. I like the setting. You're right there, you go down stairs, you go out the front door, and you're right in Ruston and the little shops there. There are a lot of different things going on there. So for the atmosphere, I thought it was really nice. Very nice. The rooms were bigger overall. They were bigger with more square footage than the one I saw yesterday. They had a pool and a weight room. There were some different classrooms for doing all kinds of classes. I thought it was really nice from that standpoint. There was more stuff than you could really do. If you could do everything, you're awesome, and you'd be running around like a chicken with your head cut off. They have three meals a day. It's like a restaurant and it's open all the time, so you can go there and eat whenever you want. The staff seemed cordial, and it seemed like they were good staff. I visited this facility

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Kris 2021-08-06 We chose GenCare LifeStyle at Point Ruston for mom. I liked it for many reasons. Just walking in, it is open and inviting. Every single staff member I met was topnotch. They went out of their way to make my mom feel comfortable. I enjoyed very much their ability show me around and to see all the different activities that they have. The pool is a huge plus for my mom because she likes to swim. The rooms are very nice. She's just been in there less than a week now. So far, my mom is loving it. She is somebody who really, really has held on to her independence, and she has transitioned wonderfully. She is in independent living. The staff is topnotch, very professional, very friendly, and very inviting, specifically Erica and Nallely. She has a one-bedroom apartment, and it's like a condo. It's got a shower bench that she can just walk right into. There are safety bars all the way around from the shower to the toilet. It's plenty big. I like the fact that if she needs to stay in her wheelchair, she can roll her wheelchair right up to the sink. The only thing I didn't like about the rooms is that the only built-in lighting is in the kitchen and the bathroom, so you had to bring in lamps for both the bedroom and the living room. They have no overhead lighting for that, but I don't know if that's standard in all of these facilities or not. It's open dining. My mom is gaga about the food. She loves it. I have not had a meal there. They're not allowing anybody to eat there because of Covid. They have a daily happy hour with drinks. They have a pool, a vitality room, crafts, games, a beautiful theater, a bistro, and a private dining area that if you have family members coming in, you can reserve that space. They have a library and a huge lobby sitting area. They had more to offer than any of the places that we looked at. I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

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Mary 2021-07-10 We went to see GenCare LifeStyle at Point Ruston. It's brand new. It has just opened and not even a year ago. We met with the staff. She was nice. This is all towards the middle of Covid, so we had to be Covid tested when we got there, and she just showed us around a couple of different rooms and what was available. She showed us the fitness room and the pool and everything that my parents could take advantage of. She answered every question we had. We took a video and she was very patient and let us take the time we needed. It was Covid, so there was no food around, but they were talking about an area that is already built like a little expresso area, and then they would be making like cookies and cupcakes and that kind of stuff for all the people that are there. They also had a salad bar that they were getting set up, but due to Covid, they weren't able to do that yet. They're opening the fitness center up. I had nothing bad to say about GenCare, and it was very nice. We looked at both assisted living and independent living. I visited this facility

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Tammy 2021-11-24 I like the GenCare LifeStyle at Point Ruston area because it's between me and my sister, and it's a beautiful area. They don't have as many activities as the other place. The memory care was just like a wing in the upstairs and I don't have many nice things to say about it. It was nice and it was new, but we didn't like it. The rooms were kind of small and it's a darker part of the area, and the area wasn't that big. It just seemed very confined. It was the first I saw so I thought it was ok, but when I saw the other community, I thought it was 300 percent better. I didn't like that it was dark and cramped and didn't have a lot of activities for the people living there. The staff who gave me the tour was nice enough. I visited this facility

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Lorri 2021-08-06 GenCare LifeStyle at Point Ruston was beautiful, but it was just a little too above the price point. The staff members are wonderful, caring people, they are. The rooms were very nice. Everybody has their private bedroom in their shared rooms, but they share the bathroom. You walk through a door and there's the bathroom off to the left, and then there's a door for one resident's room and then the next door to another door for the other resident's room. They're kind of private, but they share a bathroom, and that was nice. They have a deck because they're up on the third floor. They can also go down to the courtyard, but they have to be escorted. They were wonderful and genuinely caring. The residents seemed to be very happy there. I visited this facility

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Assisted Living Reviews for GenCare LifeStyle at Point Ruston

March 30, 2022

By ReviewerFY#0321

I am/was a resident of this facility

The GenCare LifeStyle at Point Ruston facility is new, open, bright, and cheerful. The marketing people were very helpful and financially, it's a better situation than I had before. The food is very good, the amenities are varied and very upscale, I guess, that's a good word for them. I'm in their assisted living.

January 09, 2022

By Maureen

I visited this facility

GenCare LifeStyle at Point Ruston was lovely, but it was just too big of a facility for my mom. Everyone was super helpful. It's just too large for my mom, so it wasn't something that, at this time, I would have considered. The person who gave the tour was very, very nice, and very helpful. All the amenities are very similar with other places, just the building itself was a bit larger, and so it just probably would not be a good fit for my mom.

Provider Response

Thank you for your kind feedback. If you are still looking for a community, our smaller community: GenCare Federal Way would be a great alternative with the same great programming of our company. We hope to see you again soon, The GenCare LifeStyle team

August 31, 2021

By Lory

I visited this facility

GenCare LifeStyle at Point Ruston was a beautiful facility. They're beautiful there. It's a nice facility. It's a brand-new facility. They've got a swimming pool. They've got all kinds of things. They've got activities on a daily basis, and they're a wide range of activities. They were just getting started with doing outings when I was there. They got events in the facility itself, and then also out in the community. The staff seemed very nice, very friendly, and very welcoming. The apartments seem standard from all the different places I've seen. They were very nice.

Independent Living Reviews for GenCare LifeStyle at Point Ruston

February 26, 2022

By Barbara

I visited this facility

GenCare LifeStyle at Point Ruston was a very upscale place. It's brand new, everything was in great condition, they have a wonderful exercise facility and a swimming pool. It was very expensive. They have nice apartments. I looked at a 2-bedroom apartment and they're all new, so everything is new and the kitchen is nice and shiny. The dining area was very lovely, it's an open plan that's very neat and clean.

February 07, 2022

By Antone

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

My brother has moved to GenCare LifeStyle at Point Ruston. Our experience has been A-OK, but the food is bad and just poor quality. Everything else seems to be ok. He's just using the residence, he has no special care there. It's a brand-new facility, it's really clean, and right now it's kind of nice because they're only operating about 50-60 percent capacity. So there's no overcrowding. Like when he goes down to participate in the gymnasium, which he likes, it's not very crowded. They have activities, he's just trying to get acclimated and used to his new living conditions. The people seem to be friendly and want to help. Of course, COVID kind of puts a cramp on everybody as far as being able to have openness in the common areas. If I have to go and visit him, I just have to go to his room and can't sit and eat with him or can't sit and participate in anything with him in the common areas because of COVID. It's a nice place, it's clean, and he doesn't cook for himself anymore. He gets two meals a day, but he's complaining about the food that it just has no taste and is not good quality. They told us when we moved in there that the food was great. It's about the going rate, they gave us kind of a deal when we came in there because they were operating at only 50 percent capacity and they're trying to fill the place up, so they were competitive on the pricing. They're pretty much what the going rate is, it's an expensive place to live, but all those places are. It works out to be $127 a day, which is a lot of money.

September 14, 2021

By R.S.

I visited this facility

I went to GenCare LifeStyle at Point Ruston two or three weeks ago. I like the setting. You're right there, you go down stairs, you go out the front door, and you're right in Ruston and the little shops there. There are a lot of different things going on there. So for the atmosphere, I thought it was really nice. Very nice. The rooms were bigger overall. They were bigger with more square footage than the one I saw yesterday. They had a pool and a weight room. There were some different classrooms for doing all kinds of classes. I thought it was really nice from that standpoint. There was more stuff than you could really do. If you could do everything, you're awesome, and you'd be running around like a chicken with your head cut off. They have three meals a day. It's like a restaurant and it's open all the time, so you can go there and eat whenever you want. The staff seemed cordial, and it seemed like they were good staff.

August 06, 2021

By Kris

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

We chose GenCare LifeStyle at Point Ruston for mom. I liked it for many reasons. Just walking in, it is open and inviting. Every single staff member I met was topnotch. They went out of their way to make my mom feel comfortable. I enjoyed very much their ability show me around and to see all the different activities that they have. The pool is a huge plus for my mom because she likes to swim. The rooms are very nice. She's just been in there less than a week now. So far, my mom is loving it. She is somebody who really, really has held on to her independence, and she has transitioned wonderfully. She is in independent living. The staff is topnotch, very professional, very friendly, and very inviting, specifically Erica and Nallely. She has a one-bedroom apartment, and it's like a condo. It's got a shower bench that she can just walk right into. There are safety bars all the way around from the shower to the toilet. It's plenty big. I like the fact that if she needs to stay in her wheelchair, she can roll her wheelchair right up to the sink. The only thing I didn't like about the rooms is that the only built-in lighting is in the kitchen and the bathroom, so you had to bring in lamps for both the bedroom and the living room. They have no overhead lighting for that, but I don't know if that's standard in all of these facilities or not. It's open dining. My mom is gaga about the food. She loves it. I have not had a meal there. They're not allowing anybody to eat there because of Covid. They have a daily happy hour with drinks. They have a pool, a vitality room, crafts, games, a beautiful theater, a bistro, and a private dining area that if you have family members coming in, you can reserve that space. They have a library and a huge lobby sitting area. They had more to offer than any of the places that we looked at.

July 10, 2021

By Mary

I visited this facility

We went to see GenCare LifeStyle at Point Ruston. It's brand new. It has just opened and not even a year ago. We met with the staff. She was nice. This is all towards the middle of Covid, so we had to be Covid tested when we got there, and she just showed us around a couple of different rooms and what was available. She showed us the fitness room and the pool and everything that my parents could take advantage of. She answered every question we had. We took a video and she was very patient and let us take the time we needed. It was Covid, so there was no food around, but they were talking about an area that is already built like a little expresso area, and then they would be making like cookies and cupcakes and that kind of stuff for all the people that are there. They also had a salad bar that they were getting set up, but due to Covid, they weren't able to do that yet. They're opening the fitness center up. I had nothing bad to say about GenCare, and it was very nice. We looked at both assisted living and independent living.

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Memory Care Reviews for GenCare LifeStyle at Point Ruston

November 24, 2021

By Tammy

I visited this facility

I like the GenCare LifeStyle at Point Ruston area because it's between me and my sister, and it's a beautiful area. They don't have as many activities as the other place. The memory care was just like a wing in the upstairs and I don't have many nice things to say about it. It was nice and it was new, but we didn't like it. The rooms were kind of small and it's a darker part of the area, and the area wasn't that big. It just seemed very confined. It was the first I saw so I thought it was ok, but when I saw the other community, I thought it was 300 percent better. I didn't like that it was dark and cramped and didn't have a lot of activities for the people living there. The staff who gave me the tour was nice enough.

August 06, 2021

By Lorri

I visited this facility

GenCare LifeStyle at Point Ruston was beautiful, but it was just a little too above the price point. The staff members are wonderful, caring people, they are. The rooms were very nice. Everybody has their private bedroom in their shared rooms, but they share the bathroom. You walk through a door and there's the bathroom off to the left, and then there's a door for one resident's room and then the next door to another door for the other resident's room. They're kind of private, but they share a bathroom, and that was nice. They have a deck because they're up on the third floor. They can also go down to the courtyard, but they have to be escorted. They were wonderful and genuinely caring. The residents seemed to be very happy there.

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What ongoing training does the staff receive in dementia care?

Gluten Free training, CPR, Bloodborne Pathogens and continuing education monthly.

Describe the overall population of assisted living residents at GenCare LifeStyle at Point Ruston. What is their average age? What are their favorite things to do?

Residents love connecting and socializing with their neighbors during happy hour. Water Aerobics and group exercise classes are well attended. Our goal is to keep residents as independent as possible. Our residents average age is 89.

What programs or activities does GenCare LifeStyle at Point Ruston offer to enrich residents' well-being?

We believe quality ingredients matter because delicious, healthy food is the foundation of wellness. GenCare LifeStyle modeled its culinary services to include a variety of fresh, hormone and antibiotic free, locally grown and organic ingredients. We offer gluten-free, diabetic friendly menu options. Whether one-on-one or in a group environment, our personal trainers offer friendly and expert guidance, creating a personalized vitality environment that promote strength, mental acuity, flexibility, and balance. Throughout the process, we measure and track, enabling residents to follow their progress.

What places are near GenCare LifeStyle at Point Ruston or within walking distance for assisted living residents to enjoy?

Waterfront, Anthem Coffee, Wildfin, Farrelli's Pizza, Twisted Fork, Silver Cloud Hotel, Century Theatres, Indigo Urgent Care, Ice Cream Social, Tranquility Dental, Gentry's Footwear, Ticked Pink, Pink Polish, Purpose Boutique, Franciscan Plastic Surgery, Farmers Market, Summer Concert Series, Grand Plaza & Children’s Spray Park, and more!

What transportation services does GenCare LifeStyle at Point Ruston offer to assisted living residents?

Transportation to and from doctors is available on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Wednesday is our shopping day, Sunday is our church day and a number of scheduled outing!

What makes the chef or dining program at GenCare LifeStyle at Point Ruston exceptional? What kind of menu can assisted living residents expect?

Our Assisted Living residents enjoy three meals prepared on site. They are wholesome and un-laden with empty calories, preservatives, or carbohydrates. Good food can help manage blood pressure, reduce risk of cancer, increase energy, and improve overall health. Residents can enjoy a variety of options.

What safety features or security measures does GenCare LifeStyle at Point Ruston offer to assisted living residents?

Point Ruston security. Community remains lock at all times.

How does GenCare LifeStyle at Point Ruston keep residents' families informed about their loved ones?

Lifeloop app allows our team members and family members to stay connected. Family members are also able to track the number of activities their loved one is attending.

What is the care staff-to-resident ratio at GenCare LifeStyle at Point Ruston during daytime and nighttime hours?

1-7

If GenCare LifeStyle at Point Ruston accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?

We welcome your furry friend to enjoy indoor areas with the exception of dining room and bistro bar.

What ongoing senior care training does the staff receive?

Gluten Free training, CPR, Bloodborne Pathogens and continuing education monthly.

Describe the overall population of independent living residents at GenCare LifeStyle at Point Ruston. What is their average age? What are their favorite things to do?

Our residents love to take long walks at the Waterwalk. They also enjoy Happy Hour, Bridge, Book Club, Sing along and Cornhole.

What places are nearby for independent living residents to enjoy?

Waterfront, Anthem Coffee, Wildfin, Farrelli's Pizza, Twisted Fork, Silver Cloud Hotel, Century Theatres, Indigo Urgent Care, Ice Cream Social, Tranquility Dental, Gentry's Footwear, Ticked Pink, Pink Polish, Purpose Boutique, Franciscan Plastic Surgery, Farmers Market, Summer Concert Series, Grand Plaza & Children’s Spray Park, and more!

What are some recent off-site events that the community activity director at GenCare LifeStyle at Point Ruston has organized?

Symphony, Concerts, Museums, and Picnic's.

What transportation services does GenCare LifeStyle at Point Ruston offer to independent living residents?

Transportation to and from doctors is available on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Wednesday is our shopping day; Sunday is our church day. Plus, a number of scheduled outings!

What makes the chef or dining program at GenCare LifeStyle at Point Ruston exceptional? What kind of menu can independent living residents expect?

We believe quality ingredients matter because delicious, healthy food is the foundation of wellness. GenCare LifeStyle modeled its culinary services to include a variety of fresh, hormone and antibiotic free, locally grown and organic ingredients. We offer gluten-free, diabetic friendly menu options. Whether one-on-one or in a group environment, our personal trainers offer friendly and expert guidance, creating a personalized vitality environment that promote strength, mental acuity, flexibility, and balance. Throughout the process, we measure and track, enabling residents to follow their progress.

What common areas are available for independent living residents?

Movie Theater, Bistro Bar, Indoor Pool, Full sized gym, Living Room, Lobby, Spa, Hair Salon, Stay Sharp Center, and Game Room/Vitality Center.

What safety features or security measures does GenCare LifeStyle at Point Ruston offer to independent living residents?

Point Ruston security. Community remains lock at all times.

If GenCare LifeStyle at Point Ruston accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?

We welcome your furry friend to enjoy indoor areas with the exception of dining room and bistro bar.

How many staffers are on duty in the daytime and overnight?

5 staffers during the day and 2 staffers overnight.

What safety features or security measures does GenCare LifeStyle at Point Ruston provide to protect residents who wander?

We offer Memory Care "PEAK" for those residents in need of additional cognitive support. Our Memory Care is lock and secured.

What programs or activities does GenCare LifeStyle at Point Ruston offer to keep residents engaged? How does the staff engage residents' long-term memories?

Our memory care residents join a number of different group activities. Our memory care activities are based on music and our caregivers have amazing skill to engage and connect with our residents.

Who assesses residents' health and cognitive functioning? How often is that assessment repeated?

Our Wellness Director who is also a register nurse is in charge of assessing new residents and customized a wellness care plan. Re-evaluation is done two weeks after residents move-in and as needed.

How does GenCare LifeStyle at Point Ruston keep residents' families informed about their loved ones' health?

PEAK Director works closely with residents family members.

Describe the neighborhood around GenCare LifeStyle at Point Ruston. Is it located in a residential neighborhood, a business district, a rural setting, or other type of locale?

We are located in a Urban Setting

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Fee Structure Extra: Entry Fee Cost : $6000
Assisted Living Starting At: $3885/month
Independent Living Starting At: $3900/month
Memory Care Starting At: $6340/month

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Resident Capacity: 180
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Minimum Age: 55
Pets: Small Pets Allowed Only

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About GenCare LifeStyle at Point Ruston

Welcome Home to GenCare Lifestyle at Point Ruston. We’re happy you’re here. GenCare Lifestyle at Point Ruston is a retirement community in the heart of Tacoma offering Retirement Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care.

This urban waterfront village has access to dynamic resort area amenities, including restaurants, movie theaters, coffee shops, cultural events, a waterfront walk, shopping at Point Ruston and Point Defiance Park.

Experience life at its Best!

159 luxury residences
Studio, one and two bedrooms
24 memory care suites and a secure outdoor patio
In-unit kitchens, washer and dryer
24-hour staffing
Heated pool
24-hour Stay Sharp Center with computers
A farm-to-table culinary experience with gluten-free and diabetic friendly menu options
On-site personal trainer and gym
Daily happy hour with live entertainment twice a week
Exercise and technology classes, seminars and intergenerational activities
Transportation services
Hair Salon
Bistro

Our Culinary, Vitality, Stay Sharp and Live with Purpose programs are facets of what we call Whole Life Living™. Our intentional focus on these four facets helps our residents live healthier, happier and more connected lives. Our residents shine, we think they sparkle.

What Makes Us Special

Only minutes from revitalized downtown Tacoma, this exceptional, northwest setting features panoramic views of Commencement Bay, majestic Mt. Rainier, the Cascade foothills, and the Olympic Mountains.

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