Fairwinds Redmond
Families consistently rate this highly — reviewers highlight attentive and professional management team. Schedule a visit to confirm the fit.
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What this means for your family
Fairwinds Redmond is an excellent choice for families prioritizing a warm, active social environment and a highly supportive management team during the transition. However, be aware that the dining experience is a point of contention; if your loved one is a 'foodie' or has specific dietary expectations, we recommend dining at the facility during a tour to assess the current food quality and service speed for yourself.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
48 reviews on Google“Fairwinds Redmond is widely praised for its welcoming, attentive staff and well-maintained, attractive grounds. While many families highlight the strong sense of community and helpful management during the transition process, there are recurring concerns regarding the quality and consistency of the dining program. Overall, it is viewed as a high-quality facility, though some residents and families find the mandatory meal plans and food service standards to be areas for improvement.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Attentive and professional management team
- Warm, welcoming community atmosphere
- Well-maintained, clean, and spacious facilities
- Active social and exercise programming
Concerns
- Mediocre food quality and limited menu options (mentioned by 3 reviewers)
- Slow service and long wait times for dining (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
- Mandatory meal plans perceived as expensive/restrictive (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
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Distribution · 50 analyzed
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Questions for Your Tour
- 1I noticed the community has a very active social calendar; could you walk us through a typical day of activities for a new resident?
- 2We understand that dining is a major part of community life; how are you currently working to enhance the menu variety and the speed of service in the dining room?
- 3Since the meal plans are a fixed part of the residency, could you explain how you accommodate specific dietary preferences or requests for residents?
- 4Given the importance of medical peace of mind, what is your specific protocol for handling medical emergencies or urgent care needs during the night?
- 5I see your management team is very involved in the day-to-day operations; how do you typically gather and implement feedback from families regarding their loved ones' experiences?
- 6The facilities look very well-maintained in photos; how do you ensure the living spaces and common areas remain clean and comfortable for all 50 residents?
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Key Review Excerpts
“We chose FWR for our Mom because Krysta and the staff went out of their way to find the best apt and welcome her to the facility. Even after moving in they have shown her above average attention.”
“The biggest issue is the food. The food has been mediocre at best for my mom and it does not seem to be getting any better. Wait times for service/food orders plus food readiness also seem long.”
“What could have been an overwhelming and emotional process of finding a safe and comfortable place for our mom was made organized, clear, and genuinely compassionate because of their care and professionalism.”
State Inspection History
State Inspections
Source: WA Dept. of Social & Health Services
Apr 20, 2026Fire16Report
The inspection report dated 2026-04-20 confirms that all violations noted during previous related inspections have been corrected.; Approval Status: Disapproved. Next inspection scheduled on or after: 09/04/2025.
Unauthorized multi-plug use in room 121 and Health Wellness Directors office.
Missing semi-annual servicing paperwork; hood report showed deficiencies; grease found in nozzles; commercial pizza ovens in lobby lack hood/suppression.
Facility not performing monthly 30-minute load test; vendor needs to perform 4-hour load test.
Open junction box and open fuse sections/missing internal covers on electrical panels in kitchen.
Missing annual/monthly reports and smoke detectors covered in rooms 345, 245, 145.
Annual 90-minute power test had not been performed and documented.
Blocked egress on west 1st floor stairwell by room 158.
Various unsealed penetrations in A/C rooms and laundry areas; missing dry wall in north 3rd floor A/C room.
Annual report shows 3 deficiencies and 2 units not tested.
Fire/smoke damper inspection has not been performed and documented.
Required restraining device found not attached to gas-fueled cooking appliances in kitchen.
Multiple missing receptacle covers on 2nd and 3rd floors.
Missing semi-annual service documentation, grease buildup on nozzles, and commercial pizza oven lacking required suppression/hood system.
Multiple doors throughout the facility fail to latch automatically.
Smoke detector sensitivity report not provided.
Carbon monoxide alarms and detectors need to be tested, maintained and documented on a monthly schedule.
Aug 5, 2025Fire17Report
Facility status marked as 'Disapproved'. Inspection report includes findings from both March 2025 and August 2025.
Required restraining device not attached to gas-fueled cooking appliances in kitchen.
Open junction box in electrical room next to Book Nook on north 1st floor; electrical panel in kitchen missing inside fuse box.
Blocked egress on west 1st floor stairwell by room 158.
Missing receptacle covers in west 2nd floor electrical room, north 3rd floor electrical room by room 310, north 3rd floor cable room by room 320, and north 3rd floor across from laundry room.
Multi-plugs found in north 1st floor room 121 and west 1st floor Health Wellness Directors office.
Missing documentation of fire-rated construction locations, testing, and repairs.
Multiple fire doors throughout facility failing to latch automatically.
Missing records of semi-annual hood cleaning; heavy grease buildup observed; hood cleaning frequency needs adjustment from 6 to 3 months.
Multiple unsealed penetrations found in A/C rooms and ceilings across various floors; missing drywall in north 3rd floor A/C room.
Missing 5-year internal pipe test, 3-year dry system trip test, annual forward flow test, and quarterly inspection reports; deficiency noted on 9/18/2024 report.
Smoke detector sensitivity report not provided.
Annual 90-minute battery power test for emergency lighting not performed/documented.
Fire/smoke damper inspections not performed or documented.
Missing semi-annual servicing records; grease in nozzles; commercial pizza ovens in lobby lack hood/suppression system.
Annual report dated 9/17/2025 showed deficiencies and untested units.
No documentation of monthly testing for CO alarms and detectors.
Failure to perform/document monthly 30-minute full load tests and diesel fuel testing.
Mar 25, 2025Fire22Report
Facility received multiple 'Disapproved' inspection statuses across multiple dates covering 2025 and 2026.; Approval Status: Disapproved. Next inspection scheduled on or after 04/24/2025.
Blocked egress on west 1st floor stairwell.
Improper use of multi-plug adapters in various facility locations.
No evidence of established monthly testing schedule for CO detectors.
Annual 90-minute emergency lighting power test not performed and documented.
Missing documentation for fire/smoke damper inspections.
Fire panel not replaced and falling into trouble; recurring issues with inspection reports.
Missing or failed smoke detector sensitivity reports.
Restraining devices not attached to gas-fueled cooking appliances.
Missing hood cleaning documentation and heavy grease buildup observed; frequency needs adjustment.
Missing various required sprinkler system certifications (5-year, 3-year, flow tests).
Missing documentation for diesel fuel testing and 4-hour load tests; inconsistencies in recorded hours.
Multiple missing electrical receptacle covers.
No documentation of fire-rated construction inventory or inspections.
Open junctions and electrical panels missing inside fuse box covers.
Numerous unsealed penetrations found in walls and ceilings throughout the facility.
Multiple fire doors throughout the facility fail to latch automatically.
Missing semi-annual servicing reports; commercial ovens found without hood or suppression systems.
Missing annual report and monthly test logs; smoke detectors found covered in rooms 345, 245, 145.
Annual 90-minute emergency lighting power test not documented.
Missing annual service report, weekly inspection logs, monthly 30-minute full load test records, and diesel fuel testing documentation.
Missing semi-annual service documentation; grease observed on nozzles; commercial pizza ovens in bistro lack hood or suppression system.
Fire/smoke damper inspection not performed and documented.
Mar 25, 2025Fire17Report
Facility status: Disapproved.; Approval Status: Disapproved. Next inspection scheduled on or after: 04/24/2025.
Required restraining device found not attached to gas-fueled cooking appliances in kitchen.
Open junction box in electrical room next to Book Nook; kitchen electrical panel has open fuse sections and missing inside fuse box.
Multiple penetrations found in A/C rooms and service areas; missing dry wall in north 3rd floor A/C room.
Missing annual report and single station alarm test; smoke detectors found covered in rooms 345, 245, 145.
Missing emergency/standby power system documentation (annual report, weekly logs, monthly load tests, diesel fuel testing).
Blocked egress on west 1st floor stairwell by room 158.
Missing receptacle covers in multiple locations (west 2nd floor main electrical room, north 3rd floor electrical room by room 310, north 3rd floor cable room by room 320, north 3rd across from laundry).
Multi-plug found north 1st floor in room 121 and west 1st floor in Health Wellness Directors office.
Multiple fire doors not latching (by 350, 230, pool table, 131, 241, stairwell by 365, stairwell across 231, electrical door 150).
Missing semi-annual servicing paperwork; grease in nozzles; commercial pizza ovens in lobby lack required hood or suppression system.
Annual 90-minute emergency lighting power test not performed/documented.
Inspection and testing not performed/documented.
Mar 3, 2025Fire
Complaint #165677 regarding fire alarm system communication failure. The inspection confirmed the issue was resolved via installation of a cellular communicator.
On 2/10/2025, it was reported that the fire panel was not connecting to the dispatch system to automatically call 911 when alarms sounded. A 24/7 fire watch was initiated. By 2/17/2025, a cellular communicator was installed and confirmed to be working in place of the faulty dialer. No IFC violations were observed during the inspection.
Aug 22, 2024Investigation
Letter references previous compliance determination 43736 with a completion date of 07/03/2024.
Facility failed to do a one-step TB test within three days of hire for the Plant Operations Supervisor.
May 16, 2024FireCleanReport
An inspection was performed regarding complaint #130854 involving an accidental sprinkler head activation caused by a maintenance worker. No IFC violations were observed during the inspection on 5/16/2024.
May 1, 2024Inspection12Report
There is a follow-up letter dated 07/03/2024 indicating all listed deficiencies were corrected.; The document identifies systemic failures in staff record-keeping, training, TB screening, and background checks.; The document contains multiple instances of identified deficiencies regarding staff training, nurse delegation, resident monitoring agreements, and medical device assessments.; The facility staff stated they believed Hospice was responsible for the bed siderail assessment.
Facility failed to ensure exhaust air vents in 4 of 4 sampled rooms (common bathrooms, laundry rooms) provided proper air flow to the outside.
Facility failed to ensure 7 of 7 sampled staff completed required training (first aid, continuing education, and HCA certification).
The facility failed to administer the second step of a two-step TB test to 1 of 7 sampled staff (Staff D) within the required timeframe.
The facility failed to document in writing an initial agreement and quarterly reevaluations of electronic surveillance for 1 sampled resident (Resident 3).
The facility failed to post the current assisted living facility license in a conspicuous place.
Facility failed to complete Washington state name and date of birth background checks every two years for 2 of 2 sampled staff.
Facility failed to update Negotiated Service Agreements (NSA) for 5 of 7 sampled residents to reflect current medical needs, equipment, or medications.
Facility failed to screen 1 of 1 sampled staff (Staff A) for tuberculosis within three days of employment.
Facility failed to complete required national fingerprint background checks for multiple staff members and failed to process state background inquiries on time.
The facility failed to assess and implement nurse delegation services for 1 sampled resident (Resident 2), despite the resident requiring medication administration and wound care that exceeded standard staff training.
The facility failed to assess the safety and appropriateness of bed siderails used by 1 sampled resident (Resident 2).
Resident 2 had bed siderails without required assessments to determine safety, security, and lack of restraint-like qualities, and lacked documentation for the reason for the rails.
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