Brookdale Federal Way
Reviewer concerns include understaffing leading to slow response times (mentioned by 3 reviewers) — investigate before committing.
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What this means for your family
While some families report positive experiences with specific staff members, the recurring reports of understaffing, poor hygiene, and alleged financial mismanagement are significant red flags. If you consider this facility, we strongly recommend conducting unannounced visits and asking for a detailed breakdown of all billing charges before signing any contracts.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
20 reviews on Google“Brookdale Federal Way presents a highly inconsistent experience for families, with reports ranging from high praise for specific leadership to serious allegations of neglect and financial mismanagement. While some long-term residents and their families appreciate the care provided by certain staff members, others report significant issues with understaffing, poor communication, and inadequate care for residents with dementia.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Dedicated long-term staff members
- Strong leadership under specific directors
- Responsive tour and admissions staff
Concerns
- Understaffing leading to slow response times (mentioned by 3 reviewers)
- Inadequate care and hygiene for residents (mentioned by 3 reviewers)
- Poor communication and responsiveness from management (mentioned by 3 reviewers)
- Inadequate nutrition and dietary accommodation (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
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Questions for Your Tour
- 1I noticed that some staff members have been here for a long time; how does that longevity help with the consistency of care for residents?
- 2Could you walk me through the typical process for how the team handles and communicates updates regarding a resident's health or changes in care needs?
- 3What steps are currently being taken to ensure that dietary preferences and nutritional needs are consistently met for every resident?
- 4How does the facility manage staffing levels throughout the day to ensure that residents receive timely assistance when they need it?
- 5Could you share how the team maintains cleanliness and hygiene standards in the private suites and common areas on a daily basis?
- 6What does a typical afternoon look like for residents in terms of social activities and engagement opportunities?
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Key Review Excerpts
“My 102-year-old mother is still alive and well at Brookdale, thanks to the heroic efforts of Executive Director Steve Wickline and his incredible, caring staff during this terrible year.”
“My mom has been there several years refuses to leave to live with my sister or I she loves the staff which can be revolving at times but at the end of the say it the care and concern entire staff shows.”
“They were getting paid for assisted showers, getting her dressed, and cleaning here apartment. None of those things happened on a regular basis. Just lazy employees that don't do there job.”
State Inspection History
State Inspections
Source: WA Dept. of Social & Health Services
Feb 24, 2026Fire16Report
The inspection on 02/24/2026 confirmed that all violations noted during previous related inspections have been corrected.
Appliances plugged into power strips in Wellness center/offices; power strip plugged into another power strip.
Unapproved multi plug adapter in the kitchen.
Resident room 273 has two extension cords in use.
Unable to provide annual and semi-annual report for kitchen hood cleaning.
Penetrations throughout the facility by exit signs where ceiling tile was cut.
Riser room has penetrations on the side wall.
Multiple fire door deficiencies; unable to provide correction report; multiple doors propped open.
Multiple doors missing closure or failing to latch when tested.
Facility missing hydraulic calculation plate for sprinkler riser.
Unable to provide documentation for 5-year internal pipe testing, 5-year FDC hydro testing, and forward flow testing.
Fire extinguishers in the kitchen were obstructed.
Four portable fire extinguishers in the riser room not housed or hanging.
Emergency light #22 by room 115 did not operate when tested.
NW fire door 2 b needed additional force to open.
Missing documentation for weekly generator testing for several dates in 2024 and 2025.
Resident room 131 has unsecured oxygen.
Apr 3, 2025Inspection
A separate follow-up inspection letter dated 05/28/2025 indicates that all deficiencies listed in the report were corrected.; The report also notes staff failed to include comprehensive elements in resident service plans, specifically regarding monitoring signs/symptoms for dementia, schizophrenia, anxiety, and depression, and providing guidance on medication side effects.
Facility failed to document service agreements for 11 of 13 residents that met clinical needs, including monitoring instructions for medications, side effects, and management of mental health or seizure conditions.
Facility failed to coordinate care for 2 of 14 residents. Staff did not notify physicians of abnormal blood pressure readings (Resident 2) or perform required heart rate checks for medication administration (Resident 13).
Facility failed to complete annual and change of condition assessments for 13 of 13 sampled residents, missing documentation on health status, medications, and specific conditions like seizures, depression, and anxiety.
Facility failed to ensure 14 of 14 sampled residents or their representatives/case managers signed the Personal Service Plan annually.
May 28, 2024Inspection35Report
Letter states that a follow-up inspection on 05/28/2024 found no deficiencies and that previous deficiencies listed were corrected.; Report also notes documentation deficiencies regarding signatures on Personal Service Plans for Resident 7 and Resident 9.; Report also notes violations of food safety policies regarding cold holding temperatures and sanitation, and missing temperature logs for the dishwasher.; Report also notes staff training deficiencies including HCA certification, first aid, and continuing education.; Plan of correction dates for several items signed by Administrator Glenda Wickett.; Report also details significant medication administration errors and discrepancies for residents 14, 15, 20, 35, and 44, as well as staffing shortages.; The document also includes a cover letter from the Department of Social and Health Services dated 11/01/2023 noting the facility does not meet requirements.
Facility failed to implement medication/treatment regimens for 3 residents and failed to provide shower/bath assistance for 2 residents as specified in their Personal Service Plans.
Facility failed to provide specialized diets for 21 residents, failed to follow dietary manuals, had poor food quality, inconsistent service, and locked kitchen/storage areas preventing access.
Facility failed to develop an operational system for nurse delegation for 13 residents, including missing consents, lack of supervision/evaluation, and improper insulin administration techniques by non-licensed staff.
Facility failed to securely store resident records; medication carts with resident information were left unattended in hallways, and a supply room containing resident records was found unlocked.
Facility failed to ensure 3 of 7 sampled staff were screened for tuberculosis within 3 days of employment.
Facility failed to implement policies on oxygen management and medication disposal, placing residents at risk.
Facility failed to maintain current veterinary records for 7 of 8 pets living on the premises.
Facility failed to notify the Department of a change in administrator within 10 days of hiring Staff A.
Facility failed to maintain lighting fixtures in a stairwell and the dining room; Resident 1 had a flickering light in their apartment.
Facility failed to provide, format correctly, or maintain signatures for Medicaid disclosure policies for multiple residents.
Facility failed to provide medication assistance as prescribed; discrepancies found between eMAR documentation and narcotic control logs for multiple residents.
Facility failed to provide activities for 86 of 86 residents, had no activity director, no activity calendar, and no functioning van service for outings.
Facility failed to ensure proper handwashing by dishwashing staff, failed to maintain required dishwasher temperatures, and did not properly clean/sanitize meal surfaces.
Facility failed to investigate unwitnessed falls resulting in injury for 2 residents and failed to investigate a hospitalization for 1 resident.
Facility failed to ensure 6 of 7 staff members completed all required training, including hands-on CPR and first aid proficiency.
Facility failed to ensure the Administrator met the state qualifications and requirements for an assisted living facility administrator.
Facility failed to implement infection control, PPE, respiratory protection, COVID-19 screening, and safe dining procedures during an outbreak.
Facility failed to maintain a comprehensive disaster plan, emergency food/water supplies, and accessible first aid kits.
Facility failed to maintain outdoor garbage and recycling containers; lids were damaged with large holes, allowing pest access.
Facility left hazardous chemicals (disinfectants, cleaners) and medical equipment (insulin syringes) in unlocked rooms/carts accessible to residents with cognitive deficits.
12 window screens were missing from operable exterior windows throughout the facility.
Facility failed to complete required full assessments to evaluate capabilities, care needs, and preferences for 4 sampled residents (Residents 3, 8, 24, and 45) at admission or with a change of condition, placing them at risk.
Facility failed to provide a clean, safe, and well-maintained environment. Findings included stained carpets, broken ceiling tiles with exposed insulation, loose handrails, furniture in disrepair, dirty common areas, and unsecured closet doors in resident apartments.
Facility failed to post the assisted living facility license in a conspicuous location accessible to residents and visitors.
Facility failed to treat 3 of 3 sampled residents with dignity and respect by administering insulin injections in the common dining room without offering a private area, and failing to address resident concerns regarding mattress discomfort.
Facility failed to provide a reliable system for residents to call for assistance. The system malfunctioned frequently, and there was no policy for staff when the system was not operational.
May 20, 2024Fire
Initial inspection on 01/22/2024 resulted in 'Disapproved' status due to generator issues. Follow-up inspection on 05/20/2024 confirmed all previous violations had been corrected.
Facility failed to provide maintenance documentation for the generator and the generator had not been serviced since February 2022.
Feb 15, 2024Enforcement$1,700.00Report
This letter serves as formal notice of civil fines totaling $1,700.00 for the listed uncorrected deficiencies previously cited on October 19, 2023.
Licensee failed to ensure three staff were screened for tuberculosis within three days of employment.
Licensee failed to ensure one staff met the Washington State qualifications and requirements to be an assisted living facility administrator.
Licensee failed to maintain one outdoor garbage container.
Licensee failed to ensure window screens were appropriately placed and maintained on 17 exterior windows.
Licensee failed to provide a clean, safe, and well-maintained environment.
Aug 31, 2023Investigation
Includes information from both the initial investigation report (27813) and a subsequent cover letter stating that deficiency 27813 and 35920 were corrected as of 2024-02-07.
Facility failed to administer medication as ordered for 1 of 3 residents. Medication was received by facility but not transcribed to the eMAR and remained in the medication cart unopened.
Aug 30, 2023Fire20Report
Inspection on 08/30/2023 confirmed all previous violations noted during the 07/13/2023 inspection have been corrected.
Wellness Center has a power strip plugged into another power strip.
Extension cords in use in resident room 287 and the activity room (by exit door, plugged into power strip).
Facility unable to provide documentation for annual and semi-annual hood cleaning.
Business Office fire door has been modified with a bolt lock and different handle.
Six doors (Kitchen, Elevator, Storage, Housekeeping, Private Dining, Sprinkler room) failed to close/latch properly.
Facility failed to have fire watch personnel on the NOC shift.
Facility unable to provide service reports for kitchen suppression system for the past 12 months.
Fire alarm panel yellow tagged; monitoring not signaling out and smoke sensitivity overdue.
Emergency lights failed testing in room 257, laundry room, and Health/Wellness Director's office.
Resident room 271 has unsecured oxygen bottles.
Resident room 287 has an unapproved multi plug adapter plugged into an extension cord.
Power strips in the Wellness Center (1st floor) and Sales Manager's Office (1st floor) are dangling by their cords.
Wellness Center has a cable box without a cover on it.
Facility unable to provide record of annual fire wall inspection and/or repairs.
Activity Manager's office has a broken door closure.
Missing escutcheon rings on sprinkler heads, dirty sprinkler heads, and painted sprinkler head found in various locations.
Facility unable to provide documentation for quarterly sprinkler reports.
Maintenance for fire extinguishers in elevator room and activity room not completed.
No documentation showing CO detector testing in past 12 months.
Facility unable to provide documentation of 90-minute annual emergency lighting test.
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