A Wealth of Choices

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Assisted Living: When care support services are needed

Spokane offers over 60 assisted living communities, which provide a broad spectrum of services to older adults. Assisted living provides as much independence for residents as possible while delivering the important aspects of personalized care. Residents have their own private apartments, yet companionship is just a doorstep away. Caregivers visit residents on a scheduled basis to provide hands-on care, and as needed. The level of care services available in assisted living communities varies based on the services offered. 

Memory Care for people with cognitive impairments

Spokane supports 26 memory care moderate-sized communities offering round-the-clock care for people living with dementia. Additionally, there are over 60 homes that care for three to eight residents in a home-like setting.

Adult Care Homes: for residents who require a higher level of care

Spokane is fortunate to have 330 licensed adult care homes. These homes are often operated by people who have worked in hospital, nursing home or assisted living settings prior to opening their homes to provide care to a small number of residents. The homes that specialize in caring for people with memory loss tend to be staffed with more caregivers, including awake staff at night if needed.

Quality Standards 

1st CHOICE visits each home to get a clearer understanding of the services they offer. The information gathered during this visit helps us better identify the options families will want to consider for their loved one’s care. Of the 330 licensed adult care homes:

• 29% of the homes exceed our expectations

• 39% of the homes meet our expectations

• 18% of the homes fall below our expectations, and although we are contracted with these homes, we rarely introduce families to them.

• 10% of the homes serve younger adults and are not intended for older adults

• 4% of the homes choose not to contract with us. These dozen homes either provide highly specific care to residents who need a ventilator or have brain injuries from accidents. There are several homes that have not had a vacancy for years and opt not to accept our referrals.