Briarwood at Timber Ridge
Families consistently rate this highly — reviewers highlight warm, attentive, and professional staff. Schedule a visit to confirm the fit.
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What this means for your family
Briarwood at Timber Ridge is an excellent choice for families seeking an active, resort-like environment with strong staff support. While the community is highly praised for its social engagement and care, families should be aware of a report regarding security staff interactions and may want to discuss security protocols during their tour.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
42 reviews on Google“Briarwood at Timber Ridge is highly regarded for its resort-style amenities, beautiful mountain setting, and a robust calendar of social and fitness activities. Residents and their families consistently praise the attentive marketing and care staff, noting that the facility fosters a welcoming and inclusive community atmosphere.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Warm, attentive, and professional staff
- Abundant social and fitness activities
- Beautiful, well-maintained facilities and grounds
- High-quality dining options
Concerns
- Security and privacy issues regarding staff interactions (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
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How They Respond to Reviews
This facility actively engages with reviewer feedback.
Questions for Your Tour
- 1I noticed how active the community is; could you walk us through a typical week of social and fitness activities for a new resident?
- 2We really appreciate how engaged the management team seems to be with online feedback; how do you incorporate family input into your daily operations?
- 3Given the intimate size of 26 residents, what measures are in place to ensure both a sense of community and personal privacy for each individual?
- 4Could you explain the protocols for staff interactions within private living spaces to ensure residents feel comfortable and secure at all times?
- 5How does your team coordinate with outside medical providers to ensure seamless care during a health emergency?
- 6The dining area looks lovely; how do you handle dietary preferences or special nutritional needs for residents?
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Key Review Excerpts
“The staff at timber ridge go above and beyond to make the residents welcome and cared for. There are so many opportunities to get involved whether it be with fitness, a hobby, book club, movies etc.”
“When my husband passed, many of the residents and the caring professional staff just wrapped me up in their arms and helped me through that difficult time. I will never forget that.”
“Briarwood staff provide high quality service with a very caring personalized atitude.”
State Inspection History
State Inspections
Source: WA Dept. of Social & Health Services
Feb 23, 2026Fire
The inspection on 12/18/2025 resulted in a 'Disapproved' status, but the follow-up inspection on 02/23/2026 confirmed that all violations noted during previous related inspections have been corrected.
The facility could not produce an annual fire wall inspection.
Rooms 3304 and 3311 held open with devices that would not automatically close and latch upon alarm.
The door and frame between the assisted living and independent living does not have a visible rating.
Excessive gaps between the two leaves of resident room doors (H226, H228, H230, H231, H232, H233, H235, H236).
Missing annual fire pump report/flow test; sprinkler report notes dry heads past due for testing, damaged/painted heads, and missing skirt in 3rd floor storage.
Facility could not produce any fire drills for the past twelve months for all shifts.
Jun 18, 2025Inspection
A separate cover letter indicates that as of 08/11/2025, a follow-up inspection found no deficiencies and all previously cited deficiencies were corrected.
Failed to ensure one staff member (Staff C) completed a national fingerprint background check.
Failed to ensure Staff D completed the second step of the two-step TB skin test.
Failed to update service plans for 2 residents regarding bedside rails, oxygen usage, pacemakers, and medication side effects.
Failed to ensure Staff C completed required specialty training for dementia and mental health.
Mar 12, 2025Fire
The inspection report dated 01/27/2025 was 'Disapproved'. A follow-up inspection on 03/12/2025 resulted in 'Approved' status, noting that all violations from the previous inspection were corrected.
Appliance is plugged into a power strip in the activities coordinator's office.
Missed annual fire extinguisher inspections in the pantry and AL kitchen.
Facility did not provide an inventory of fire-rated construction or a schedule for annual inspection of fire-rated construction.
Jan 8, 2024Inspection
Follow-up inspection on 02/20/2024 (Compliance Determination 37032) confirmed all listed deficiencies were corrected.
Video cameras were focused on main lobby and seating areas where residents gather, violating privacy regulations.
Mechanical ventilation not functioning in common restrooms/laundry; exterior stairwell had wet leaves; scale left in middle of hallway floor; compost bin had food waste/odors.
Facility failed to ensure 3 of 3 pets had regular veterinarian examinations and certifications that they were free of disease transmittable to humans.
Facility failed to ensure 23 of 23 residents received a copy of the Medicaid policy with signed acknowledgment; facility did not have the required separate Medicaid policy document.
Facility failed to maintain hot water temperatures below 120 F; multiple sinks measured between 121.2 F and 126.2 F. No documentation of periodic safety log checks.
Housekeeping carts with cleaning chemicals were left unlocked and unattended; other unsafe supplies (lotions, tools) found in unlocked drawers in memory care.
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