Cherry Ridge of Cascadia
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Quality Concerns Identified
Medicare inspection and quality data reveal areas that families should carefully evaluate before choosing this facility.
- Above-median deficiencies (10 vs median 8.0)
- High staff turnover (55%)
Below average in ID · Below recommended RN staffing · No penalties on record
What this means for your family
Cherry Ridge offers a warm, home-like environment with a dedicated staff that many families appreciate. However, because there are recurring concerns regarding staffing levels and room maintenance, we recommend you visit during off-hours to observe staff responsiveness and inspect the condition of the rooms personally.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
35 reviews on Google“Cherry Ridge of Cascadia receives polarized feedback, with many reviewers praising the small, home-like environment and the dedication of the nursing staff. However, significant concerns have been raised regarding staffing levels and the quality of facility maintenance, particularly in older reviews and recent feedback about room conditions.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Small, home-like atmosphere
- Attentive and caring nursing staff
- Engaged leadership and management
- Positive activities and community involvement
Concerns
- Understaffing leading to poor supervision (mentioned by 3 reviewers)
- Lack of facility maintenance and outdated room furnishings (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
Rating Trends
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Distribution · 37 analyzed
How They Respond to Reviews
This facility rarely responds to reviews.
Questions for Your Tour
- 1We love the idea of a small, home-like atmosphere here; how does the small resident capacity help create that sense of community?
- 2It’s great to see that leadership is so engaged with the residents; how often do the management team interact with the residents and families?
- 3What specific steps are being taken to address recent maintenance needs or updates to the room furnishings?
- 4How do you ensure that residents receive consistent, attentive supervision and care during the busier shifts?
- 5Could you tell us more about the types of activities and community involvement programs available to keep residents engaged?
- 6In the event of a medical emergency after hours, what is the specific protocol for notifying the family and coordinating care?
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Key Review Excerpts
“Numerous times they went above and beyond what was required to make sure my needs were met and that I was comfortable.”
“The staff was wonderful, in taking care of my Dad. The social worker Sharon, was beyond helpful in helping me deal with a hard time.”
“The newest management (specifically the administrator) has made some great changes and I would trust them wholeheartedly with my loved ones.”
Staffing
Staffing Hours
per resident/day · Medicare 2026Both RN and total nursing hours are below national benchmarks. This can mean less clinical attention per resident, so ask about their staffing plan.
Quality Measures
Quality Measures
Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 16 measures
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Residents with depression symptoms
Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.
Residents whose walking got worse
Residents needing more daily help over time
Residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication
Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse
Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics
US average from Medicare published data
Inspection History
Medicare Inspection History
3-year lookback · Medicare 2026
This facility has concerning patterns with 18 complaint-triggered deficiencies across multiple surveys, indicating families have repeatedly filed reports about care issues. Recurring problems involve medication management, nursing staffing, resident assessments, and infection control. While the facility has correction dates for all deficiencies, several core care areas like medication errors and staffing continue appearing across different time periods, suggesting ongoing challenges.
Feb 4, 2026Complaint3
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Aug 8, 2025Complaint10
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Environmental Deficiencies
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.
Aug 22, 2024Complaint8
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Aug 22, 2024Routine7
Smoke Deficiencies
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
Smoke Deficiencies
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Services Deficiencies
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Jul 12, 2021Routine16
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Implement emergency and standby power systems.
Egress Deficiencies
Have corridors or aisles that are unobstructed and are at least 8 feet in width.
Smoke Deficiencies
Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
Sep 27, 2018Routine4
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Establish procedures for tracking staff and patients during an emergency.
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
Cherry Ridge of Cascadia
for profit
Chain Affiliation
Cascadia Healthcare
44 facilities nationwide
Chain avg rating: 3.2/5 · Rank 30 of 43
Ownership & Management
Key personnel
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