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Pacific Ridge

3625 East B St, Tacoma, WA 98404

Memory Care Nursing Home Respite Care Skilled Nursing Rehabilitation
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(800) 780-8101

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(253) 475-2507

Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $5,141

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $5,620
  • Average State Price: $5,761
  • Average National Price: $5,673


  • Pacific Ridge Description

    Pacific Ridge is a community that offers memory care, nursing care, respite care, skilled nursing and rehabilitation and is about 2.0 miles outside Tacoma, Washington and is part of the Avamere network of communities. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 8.1 out of 10 making it the 24th highest rated community in the city out of 43 communities. See more information on reviews.

    The Nursing Home at this community has a 1 star rating out of 5 stars from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. To see more information from CMS you can check out the report here.

    To find information about the surrounding area including weather, crime, health facilities, parks, and more you can explore the neighborhood here.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Memory Care

    Memory care offers specialized support for seniors with Alzheimer's and dementia, focusing on safety, personalized care, and enhancing life quality.

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    Nursing Home

    Nursing Homes provide a nurturing environment offering round-the-clock care, personalized support, and community activities for seniors needing assistance with daily living.

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    Skilled Nursing

    Skilled nursing provides 24/7 medical care and support by licensed professionals for seniors needing continuous healthcare assistance.

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    Community Reviews

    8.1
    Pacific Ridge
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 64 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 23 out of 43 communities in Tacoma
  • Ranking in State: 439 out of 820 communities in WA
  • Facility and Grounds B

    Care A

    Staff A


    Employee Reviews

    6.1
    Avamere
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 944 reviews across the web

    The following insights are from employees that work in Washington

    Employee Pay B

    Employee Staff B

    Employee Culture B



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Positive Reviews:

    • Many reviewers find the place friendly and helpful, with lovely residents.
    • Staff members express love for their work environment, the residents, and their colleagues.
    • Recent upgrades to the building have been noted, alongside caring staff.
    • Some residents and family members have had positive experiences, highlighting compassionate and professional care.
    • Employees appreciate the teamwork, management support, and the family-friendly atmosphere.
    • Several reviews commend the facility for its care during the pandemic and beyond.
    • Flexibility in scheduling and efforts to improve employee morale have been positively mentioned.

    Negative Reviews:

    • One reviewer advises against working here due to a bullying culture and unprofessional behavior among some staff.
    • Concerns about the quality of care, including rushed discharges, condescending attitudes, and lack of follow-through.
    • Some describe the facility as dismal, with complaints about the quality of food, hydration, and hygiene practices.
    • There are reports of inadequate physical therapy services and delayed responses to resident needs.
    • A few reviews express sadness and disappointment over the decline in quality and care, suggesting the need for investigation or closure.
    • It's mentioned that some positive reviews may be from employees, hinting at potential bias.

    Mixed Reviews:

    • While some residents enjoy their time, others note a lack of care from certain individuals.
    • One reviewer chose the facility for family members based on past positive experiences and also works there, highlighting a personal and professional connection to the place.


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    Health

    Physical Therapy

    Occupational Therapy

    Speech-language Therapy

    Personalized Assessments

    Full-time Care And Supervision

    Skilled Nursing Care


    Services

    Grooming, Dressing, And Bathing Assistance

    24-hour Nurse Call System

    Enhanced Cleaning Protocols

    Pastoral Services


    Activities

    Scheduled Activities And Community Outings

    Life Enrichment Activities

    Special Events

    Reading

    Social Interaction


    Community Amenities

    Beauty Salon

    Beautifully Landscaped Courtyard

    Gardens

    Activity Room

    Library

    Therapy Gym


    Room Amenities

    Grab Bars And Emergency Call Buttons

    TV And WiFi

    Living Area


    Dining

    Restaurant-style Dining

    In-room Meal Services

    Dining Room


    Transportation

    Private Transportation Services



    Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

    Nursing Home Ratings

    Overall rating: 1
    Health inspection rating: 2
    Staffing rating: 3
    Quality measure rating: 1
    Long-term quality measure rating: 2
    Short-term quality measure rating: 1


    Nursing Home Overview

    Participation date: April 1, 1982
    Ownership type: For Profit
    Provider type: Medicare and Medicaid
    Nursing home capacity: 102
    Total current residents: 76
    Facility is located in a hospital: No
    Automatic sprinkler system: Yes
    Resident and family council: Resident


    Facility Incident, Complaints and Fines

    Number of facility incidents: 0
    Number of substantiated complaints: 10
    Number of payment denials: 0
    Number of fines: 2
    Total cost of fines: $1633


    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services give each Nursing Home a Star Rating from 1-5 with 5 being the highest.

    The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services gather information about the number of hours of care provided on average to each resident each day by staff as well as the turnover of staff.

    The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around emergency department and hospital visits for residents of Nursing Homes.

    The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around quality measures for residents of Nursing Homes.

    The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around COVID-19 vaccination rates of Nursing Home residents and staff members.

    The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.

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    Health and Fire Safety Deficiencies

    The Center for Medicare and Medicaid report health and fire safety deficiencies. Some of these deficiencies are more severe than others. The following table shows different levels of severity.

    Scope
    Severity of Deficiency Isolated Pattern Widespread
    Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety J K L
    Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy G H I
    No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy D E F
    No actual harm with potential for minimal harm A B C

    Fire Safety Deficiencies

    Survey Date Correction Date Letter Category Description
    2023-03-15 2023-04-17 F Smoke Deficiencies Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
    2023-03-15 2023-04-17 E Smoke Deficiencies Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
    2023-03-15 2023-04-17 D Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
    2021-07-29 2021-08-20 F Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
    2021-07-29 2021-08-20 D Egress Deficiencies Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
    2021-07-29 2021-08-20 D Egress Deficiencies Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
    2021-07-29 2021-10-27 D Smoke Deficiencies Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
    2021-07-29 2021-10-11 D Smoke Deficiencies Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
    2021-07-29 2021-08-20 D Smoke Deficiencies Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke.
    2021-07-29 2021-10-27 D Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
    2021-07-29 2021-08-20 D Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
    2021-07-29 2021-10-27 F Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.
    2019-01-10 2019-01-10 D Egress Deficiencies Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
    2019-01-10 2019-01-28 F Smoke Deficiencies Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
    2019-01-10 2019-01-21 D Smoke Deficiencies Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
    2019-01-10 2019-01-28 D Smoke Deficiencies Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke.
    2019-01-10 2019-01-31 F Miscellaneous Deficiencies To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
    2019-01-10 2019-01-31 F Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
    2019-01-10 2019-01-31 F Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
    2019-01-10 2019-01-21 F Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
    2019-01-10 2019-01-31 F Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.
    2019-01-10 2019-01-31 D Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

    Fines

    Fine Date Fine Amount
    2017-09-13 $6,500
    2018-10-25 $18,928
    2021-01-25 $650
    2021-06-21 $975
    2021-06-21 $983

    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Tacoma which is 2.0 miles away and has a population of 207,948 (small city).
    • The average income is $49,331, which is low compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 71
      • Low Temperature: 40
      • Average Temperature: 54.2
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 181 days of rain, 8 days of snow and 174 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 2.5 inches a year

    Demographic Overview
    • The median age is 37.7 years old, high compared to other cities.
    • 9.16% of the population are Veterans which is a very high percentage of Veterans compared to other cities.
    • 15.32% of the population are Foreign-born which is a average percentage of Foreign-born compared to other cities.
    • The population is 2% American Indian and Alaska Native, 11% Asian, 12% Black or African-American, 10% Hispanic or Latino, and 62% White.

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 15.66 per 100 people which is very high compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 2.52 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 12.46 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 0.05 incidents per 100 people
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 78.51 years old, which is average compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 183.0, Moderate Days 28.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 1.0, Unhealthy Days 0.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0

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    Supermarkets

    Safeway 1437
    1.0 miles away
    Safeway 1594
    1.4 miles away
    Costco
    1.8 miles away
    Safeway 0329
    2.1 miles away
    Marline's Deli & Health Foods
    2.2 miles away

    None Found

    Bus Stations

    2646
    0.7 miles away

    Banks

    Sound Credit Union
    0.2 miles away
    U.S. Bank
    0.8 miles away
    Union Bank
    1.7 miles away
    Umpqua Bank
    1.7 miles away
    Qualstar
    1.8 miles away

    Hospitals

    Saint Joseph Medical Center
    1.5 miles away
    MultiCare Allenmore Hospital
    2.5 miles away
    MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital
    2.5 miles away
    Mary Bridge Children's Hospital
    2.5 miles away
    Saint Clare Hospital
    5.8 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Walgreens
    0.2 miles away
    Rite Aid
    2.3 miles away
    Walmart Pharmacy
    2.6 miles away
    Community by Walgreens
    2.8 miles away
    Ranko's Drugs
    2.9 miles away

    Dentists

    Bright Now! Dental
    1.8 miles away
    Affordable Dentures
    1.8 miles away
    Charles Kim Dentistry
    2.0 miles away
    Brooks Dental Studio
    2.2 miles away
    Northwest Dental Services
    2.3 miles away

    Parks

    Pac Ave Park
    0.2 miles away
    Lincoln-Eldridge Park
    0.6 miles away
    McKinley Park
    0.6 miles away
    Verlo Playfield
    0.6 miles away
    Rogers Playfield
    0.8 miles away

    None Found

    Shopping

    Tacoma Mall
    1.8 miles away
    South Hill Mall
    7.6 miles away
    The Commons At Federal Way
    8.2 miles away
    The Outlet Collection Seattle
    9.9 miles away
    Titusville Station
    14.1 miles away

    Culture

    Clay Art Center
    1.7 miles away
    SOTA Theatre
    1.9 miles away
    Tacoma Youth Theatre
    2.1 miles away
    Pantages Theater
    2.1 miles away
    Rialto Theater
    2.1 miles away

    Restaurants

    Stanley & Seafort's
    0.4 miles away
    Taqueria El Antojo
    0.4 miles away
    Burger Broiler
    0.4 miles away
    Vien Dong
    0.7 miles away
    Josefina's
    0.9 miles away

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