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Brookdale Monroe

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15465 179th Ave Se, Monroe, WA 9827282 bedsLicensed & Active
Source: WA DSHS — view official record
Google rating
3.7/5

based on 40 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

Brookdale Monroe is highly regarded for its clean environment and dedicated memory care staff, making it a strong contender for those needing specialized support. However, families should be aware of recent reports regarding inconsistent room maintenance and billing disputes; we recommend clarifying the specific scope of cleaning services and billing policies in your contract before moving in.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

40 reviews on Google
Brookdale Monroe receives praise for its clean, well-maintained facilities and a staff that many families describe as caring and professional. However, recurring concerns exist regarding inconsistent staffing levels, which have led to lapses in room cleaning and resident care, as well as frustrations over billing practices and high costs.

Quality Themes

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Food6.0Staff7.0Clean7.0Activities5.0MedsN/AMemory8.0Comms6.0Value4.0

Strengths

  • Clean and well-maintained facility
  • Friendly and professional staff
  • Good variety of apartment sizes
  • Strong memory care support

Concerns

  • Inconsistent staffing levels and high turnover (mentioned by 4 reviewers)
  • Lapses in room cleaning and maintenance (mentioned by 3 reviewers)
  • Billing issues and lack of refunds for service fees (mentioned by 2 reviewers)

Rating Trends

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How They Respond to Reviews

23%response rate

This facility rarely responds to reviews.

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1How do you ensure consistent care and support for residents when there are fluctuations in staffing levels?
  • 2Could you walk me through the specific process for scheduling routine housekeeping and maintenance to ensure rooms remain in top condition?
  • 3What is your policy regarding service fees and billing transparency to ensure families feel confident about their monthly statements?
  • 4With your focus on memory care, what does a typical daily activity schedule look like for residents to keep them engaged and active?
  • 5How is your medical team structured to handle urgent health needs or emergencies, particularly during evening and weekend hours?
  • 6I noticed you’ve been active in responding to feedback online; how does that culture of listening to family input translate into your day-to-day operations here?

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Key Review Excerpts

My mother, who has dementia, probably says it best when she gets confused where she is, thinking she is on vacation at

Memory care family member · 2020★★★★★

My father was in memory care at brookdale! The nurses and staff were outstanding! I have nothing but good things to say about this place!

Memory care family member · 2023☆☆☆☆

It seemed they never had enough staff. I ended up washing her dishes and cleaning her living room when we would visit because she would tell them not to come in.

Long-term resident's family · 2023☆☆☆☆
Source: 40 Google reviews

State Inspection History

State Inspections

Source: WA Dept. of Social & Health Services

17total
56deficiencies
May 26, 2026Investigation

Letter confirms follow-up inspection on 05/26/2026 found no deficiencies and that prior violations related to compliance determination 75500 were corrected.

Other requirementsWAC 388-78A-2040Corrected May 26, 2026

Deficiencies previously identified were corrected.

Apr 15, 2026Fire

Initial inspection on 03/25/2026 resulted in 'Disapproved'. A follow-up inspection on 04/15/2026 resulted in 'Approved' with all violations noted as corrected.

Door OperationIFC 705.2.4 2021

The cross corridor door by room 226 did not latch when tested.

Owner's ResponsibilityIFC 701.6 2021

Owner required to maintain inventory and inspect fire-resistance-rated construction; marked as corrected.

Duct and Air Transfer OpeningsIFC 706.1 2018

Facility unable to provide documentation for required 4-year fire and smoke damper inspection; last inspection was September 2021.

Inspection, Testing and MaintenanceIFC 907.8 2021

Smoke detector sensitivity test report indicated a deficiency with the testing that occurred.

Feb 26, 2026Investigation

There is a separate document dated 04/29/2026 confirming that the facility is now in compliance following a follow-up inspection.

Policies and proceduresWAC 388-78A-2600Corrected Apr 12, 2026

Staff failed to follow the facility's CPR/Medical Emergency policy by not calling 911 immediately upon finding a resident with no pulse or not breathing, instead notifying other staff members.

Feb 2, 2026Fire
CleanReport

No violations were observed during this inspection.

Nov 3, 2025Fire

Items 1, 2, 3, 7, 9, and 10 were marked 'Corrected' during the inspection. Next inspection scheduled on or after 12/3/2025.

Owner's Responsibility / Fire-resistance-rated constructionIFC 701.6 2021

Facility is unable to provide documentation that the annual fire wall inspection has been completed.

Door OperationIFC 705.2.4 2021

The cross corridor by room 226 did not latch when tested.

Inspection, Testing and MaintenanceIFC 907.8 2021

Facility provided documentation for smoke detector sensitivity testing, but the report indicated a deficiency with the testing that occurred.

Duct and Air Transfer OpeningsIFC 706.1 2018

Facility was unable to provide documentation for required 4-year fire and smoke damper inspection; last inspection was September 2021.

Oct 25, 2024Inspection

Includes an additional consultation deficiency regarding pet certification (WAC 388-78A-2620).

Food sanitationWAC 388-78A-2305Corrected Dec 9, 2024

Facility failed to sanitize food prep surfaces/equipment and failed to label/date ready-to-eat foods; expired milk found in snack bar.

Coordination of health care servicesWAC 388-78A-2350Corrected Dec 9, 2024

Failed to notify physician regarding Resident 7's blood sugar levels outside of ordered range.

Medication servicesWAC 388-78A-2210Corrected Dec 9, 2024

Failed to administer medications for Resident 7 as ordered regarding blood pressure parameters.

Safe storage of supplies and equipmentWAC 388-78A-3100Corrected Dec 9, 2024

Sharp objects and personal care supplies were not secured in the memory care unit spa room, accessible to residents.

Water supplyWAC 388-78A-2950Corrected Dec 9, 2024

Hot water temperatures in the facility were outside the required 105-120 degree range.

Background checksWAC 388-78A-2466Corrected Dec 9, 2024

Staff E's Washington State background check had expired.

Sep 26, 2024Fire

The final document dated 09/26/2024 indicates that all violations noted during the previous inspection (08/05/2024) have been corrected.

Smoke BarriersIFC 701.3 2021

Missing ceiling tiles throughout the facility.

Extinguishing System ServiceIFC 904.13.5.2 2021

Facility unable to provide documentation for semi-annual kitchen suppression system servicing.

Carbon Monoxide Detection - GeneralIFC 0915.1 2021

Facility unable to provide documentation for monthly carbon monoxide detector testing.

Abatement of Electrical HazardsIFC 603.2 2021

Electrical outlet in room 306 missing a faceplate.

Door OperationIFC 705.2.4 2021

Fire doors did not operate: hallway door by 236, dining room fire door, and fire door by 307.

Duct and Air Transfer Openings - Maintaining ProtectionIFC 706.1 2018

Facility unable to provide documentation for 4-year fire and smoke damper inspection.

Testing and MaintenanceIFC 903.5 2021

Missing documentation for annual backflow forward flow test; escutcheon hanging off sprinkler head in kitchen dry goods storage.

Inspection, Testing and MaintenanceIFC 907.8 2021

Missing documentation for monthly smoke alarm testing; smoke detector in room 217 hanging; fire alarm has DACT trouble.

Means of Egress IlluminationIFC 1008.1 2021

Exit stairway illumination throughout the building is not working.

Aug 5, 2024Fire

Approval Status: Disapproved. Next inspection scheduled on or after: 09/04/2024.

Abatement of Electrical HazardsIFC 603.2 2021

Electrical outlet in room 306 missing a faceplate.

Testing and MaintenanceIFC 903.5 2021

Facility unable to provide documentation for annual backflow forward flow test; escutcheon hanging off sprinkler head in kitchen dry goods storage.

Inspection, Testing and MaintenanceIFC 907.8 2021

Facility unable to provide documentation for monthly smoke alarm testing; smoke detector in room 217 hanging; fire alarm has DACT trouble.

Means of Egress IlluminationIFC 1008.1 2021

Exit stairway illumination throughout the building is not working.

Smoke BarriersIFC 701.3 2021

Missing ceiling tiles throughout the facility.

Door OperationIFC 705.2.4 2021

Fire doors did not operate for: Hallway door by 236, Dining room fire door, and Fire door by 307.

Duct and Air Transfer Openings - Maintaining ProtectionIFC 706.1 2018

Facility unable to provide documentation for the 4 year fire and smoke damper inspection.

Extinguishing System ServiceIFC 904.13.5.2 2021

Facility unable to provide documentation for the semi-annual kitchen suppression system servicing.

Carbon Monoxide Detection - GeneralIFC 0915.1 2021

Facility unable to provide documentation for monthly carbon monoxide detector testing.

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