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Prestige Senior Living Auburn Meadows

Families consistently rate this highly — reviewers highlight helpful and kind staff. Schedule a visit to confirm the fit.

945 22nd St Ne, Auburn, WA 98002110 bedsLicensed & Active
Source: WA DSHS — view official record
Google rating
4.1/5

based on 32 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

Prestige Senior Living Auburn Meadows is highly regarded for its compassionate staff and engaging activity programs, making it a strong candidate for those seeking a vibrant community. However, given recent reports of medication errors, we strongly advise families to ask for a detailed explanation of their medication management protocols and oversight procedures before moving in.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

32 reviews on Google
Prestige Senior Living Auburn Meadows is generally viewed as a welcoming and supportive community, with many families praising the staff's kindness and the facility's ability to facilitate smooth move-ins. However, some reviewers have raised significant concerns regarding medication management and the quality of food, as well as past issues with deposit refunds and maintenance.

Quality Themes

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Food4.0Staff8.0Clean7.0Activities9.0Meds2.0Memory7.0Comms7.0Value4.0

Strengths

  • Helpful and kind staff
  • Pet-friendly environment
  • Effective move-in coordination
  • Engaging activity programs

Concerns

  • Medication management errors (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
  • Poor food quality (mentioned by 2 reviewers)

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How They Respond to Reviews

87%response rate

This facility actively engages with reviewer feedback.

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1I noticed your team is very responsive to feedback online; how do you incorporate that family input into your daily operations?
  • 2Since you are a pet-friendly community, how do you help new residents integrate their pets into the daily routine here?
  • 3Can you walk me through the specific protocols and double-check systems you have in place to ensure accuracy with medication administration?
  • 4I see your activity program is a highlight for many; what are some of the most popular events residents are participating in this month?
  • 5How are you currently working to improve the dining experience and menu variety for residents who have specific nutritional needs?
  • 6What is the process for communicating with family members if there is a change in a resident's health status or a medical concern?

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Key Review Excerpts

The staff is helpful, kind, and hardworking! From explaining paperwork to working with the doctor for more appropriate prescriptions. They made the urgent move-in happen and treated us like royalty!

Family member · 2024★★★★★

The leadership team is open to suggestions, listens to concerns and works with you on solutions that best fit your loved one. It is a small team which makes it easy to get to know them and become part of the community.

Family member · 2024★★★★★

Christie down at Auburn Meadows is a great activity coordinator. The residents seem to really enjoy their relationship with her and she treats them with respect and patience with a dash of the jovial!

Family member · 2024★★★★★
Source: 32 Google reviews

State Inspection History

State Inspections

Source: WA Dept. of Social & Health Services

7total
92deficiencies
Dec 22, 2025Fire

Facility disapproved on inspection date 12/22/2025.

Means of Egress - Storage in BuildingsIFC 315.3.2 2021

1st floor memory care near resident room 310 in breeze way is blocked with combustible material.

Application and UseIFC 603.5.2 2021

Extension cord plugged into power strip (room 221); 2 power strips plugged into another power strip (1st floor storage); refrigerator plugged into power strip (1st floor med room).

Equipment RoomsIFC 315.2.3 2021

On the 1st floor sprinkler riser room has combustible material stored in the room.

Listed and LabeledIFC 603.9.1 2021

2nd floor office manager office has a portable heater that will not shut off when tilted over.

Open electrical terminationsIFC 603.2.2 2021

1st floor memory care resident room 308 left side receptacle is missing the cover.

Door OperationIFC 705.2.4 2021

Multiple doors will not latch: 2nd floor room 203, TV/Library door, room 215; 1st floor memory care rooms 305 and 307.

Rooms and SpacesIFC 1008.3.3 2021

1st floor sprinkler riser room needs emergency lighting with battery backup.

Working Space and ClearanceIFC 603.4 2021

1st floor memory care storage room has blocked electrical panels.

Portable Fire Extinguishers - General RequirementsIFC 906.2 2021

Missing documentation for annual inspection report (6/16/2025) and expired fire extinguisher in 2nd floor storage room.

MaintenanceIFC 1203.4 2021

Diesel fuel testing report not provided.

Inspection, Testing and MaintenanceIFC 907.8 2021

Missing documentation to show deficiencies from 5/30/2025 and 9/26/2025 annual inspection reports have been corrected.

SecurityIFC 5303.5 2021

1st floor memory care nurses office has a loose tank.

Carbon Monoxide Detection - GeneralIFC 0915.1 2021 WAC 51-54A

2nd floor mechanical room needs carbon monoxide detection.

Oct 20, 2025Fire

Inspection on 10/20/2025 states all violations from previous inspections have been corrected and status is Approved. Multiple prior inspections (12/24/2024, 06/03/2025, 08/07/2025) noted various deficiencies including missing fire safety plans, documentation issues, and maintenance requirements.; Approval Status: Disapproved. Next inspection scheduled on or after: 01/23/2025.

Inspection, Testing and MaintenanceIFC 907.8 2021

Unable to provide record of annual inspection for fire alarm system; system in trouble status.

Duct and Air Transfer OpeningsIFC 706.1 2018

Facility unable to provide documentation for last fire/smoke damper testing.

Extinguishing System ServiceIFC 904.13.5.2 2021

Facility unable to provide service reports for kitchen suppression system for the past 12 months.

MaintenanceIFC 915.6 2021 WAC

Facility unable to provide documentation for monthly testing of CO detectors for the past 12 months.

Fire DrillsWAC 212-12-044

Facility unable to provide documentation for 12 planned/unannounced fire drills in the previous 12 months.

Ash TraysIFC 310.6 2021

Plastic liner used in outdoor ashtrays; cigarette butts placed in the plastic liner.

Extension CordsIFC 404.2.2 2021

Extension cords were observed in use in resident rooms 203, 233, and 120.

Combustible Decorative MaterialsIFC 807.2 2018

Resident room 309 in memory care has combustible wall paper covering the entire wall.

Portable Fire ExtinguishersIFC 906.2 2021

Fire extinguisher in memory care (by 301) not completed in accordance with NFPA 10.

Internally Illuminated Exit SignsIFC 1013.5 2021

Exit sign in the dining room is not illuminated.

Fire Safety PlansIFC 404.2.2 2021

Evacuation routes not posted.

Penetrations - Maintaining ProtectionIFC 703.1 2021

A penetration in the wall was observed in the dining room by the exit doors in the corner.

Inspection, Testing and MaintenanceIFC 901.6 2021

Escutcheon rings missing in lobby, room 258, and room 214; loaded sprinkler heads found in 2nd-floor laundry.

Hangers and BracketsIFC 906.7 2021

Fire extinguisher in Mechanical room by room 250 is not mounted.

ReliabilityIFC 1032.2 2021

Exit pathway outside of memory care is covered in large amounts of leaves.

Duct and Air Transfer OpeningsIFC 706.1 2018

Facility unable to provide documentation for repairs on last fire/smoke damper testing.

Inspection and MaintenanceIFC 705.2 2021

Doors in Laundry 32 (2nd floor) and resident room 250 did not close/latch properly.

Testing and MaintenanceIFC 903.5 2009, 2012, 2015, 2018

Facility unable to provide documentation for 5-year internal pipe inspection, forward flow test, and 2nd/4th quarter sprinkler inspections.

Inspection, Testing and MaintenanceIFC 907.8 2021

Facility unable to provide record of annual fire alarm system inspection.

MaintenanceIFC 1203.4 2021

Facility unable to provide documentation for weekly visual inspections and monthly load tests for the generator.

Aug 20, 2025Investigation

Follow-up inspection on 10/20/2025 confirmed this deficiency was corrected.

Other requirementsWAC 388-78A-2040Corrected Oct 14, 2025

Facility failed to ensure a safe environment approved by the State Fire Marshal for 94 residents. Facility failed a third fire marshal inspection and could not provide a fire alarm correction report.

Aug 7, 2025Fire

Facility has newly installed battery-operated emergency lighting in the kitchen requiring monthly/annual testing. Next inspection scheduled on or after 2025-09-06.; Approval Status: Disapproved. Next inspection scheduled on or after: 01/23/2025.

MaintenanceIFC 915.6 2021 WAC

Unable to provide documentation for monthly CO detector testing for the past 12 months.

Fire DrillsWAC 212-12-044

Unable to provide documentation for twelve planned and unannounced fire drills in the previous 12 months.

Inspection, Testing and MaintenanceIFC 907.8 2021

Facility unable to provide fire alarm correction report; system is in trouble status.

PenetrationsIFC 703.1 2021

Unsealed penetration in the dining room wall by the exit doors.

Inspection, Testing and MaintenanceIFC 901.6 2021

Escutcheon rings missing in lobby, room 258, and 214. Loaded sprinkler heads in 2nd floor laundry.

Hangers and BracketsIFC 906.7 2021

Fire extinguisher in Mechanical room (by 250) is not mounted and had not been serviced.

ReliabilityIFC 1032.2 2021

Exit pathway outside of memory care is completely covered by large amounts of leaves.

Ash TraysIFC 310.6 2021

Plastic liner found in outside ashtrays containing cigarette butts.

Inspection and MaintenanceIFC 705.2 2021

Laundry room door 32 and resident room door 250 failed to close/latch properly.

Fire Safety PlansIFC 404.2.2 2021

No evacuation routes posted.

Duct and Air Transfer OpeningsIFC 706.1 2018

Facility unable to provide documentation for last fire/smoke damper testing.

Duct and Air Transfer OpeningsIFC 706.1 2018

Facility unable to provide documentation for repairs on last fire/smoke damper testing.

Extension CordsIFC 603.6 2021

Extension cords in use in resident rooms 203, 233, and 120.

Combustible Decorative MaterialsIFC 807.2 2018

Resident room 309 in memory care has combustible wall paper covering the entire wall.

Portable Fire ExtinguishersIFC 906.2 2021

Fire extinguisher in memory care (by 301) not maintained in accordance with NFPA 10.

Internally Illuminated Exit SignsIFC 1013.5 2021

Exit sign in the dining room is not illuminated.

Testing and MaintenanceIFC 903.5 2009, 2012, 2015, 2018

Unable to provide documentation for 5 year internal pipe inspection, Forward Flow test, and 2nd/4th quarter sprinkler inspections.

Inspection, Testing and MaintenanceIFC 907.8 2021

Unable to provide record of annual inspection for fire alarm system.

MaintenanceIFC 1203.4 2021

Unable to provide documentation for weekly visual generator inspections and monthly load tests for Jan, Mar, Nov.

Extinguishing System ServiceIFC 904.13.5.2 2021

Unable to provide service reports for kitchen suppression system semi-annual maintenance.

Jun 3, 2025Fire

Inspection on 06/03/2025 indicated approval status as Disapproved. The document also contains findings from an inspection on 12/24/2024.; Approval Status: Disapproved. Next inspection scheduled on or after 01/23/2025.

Fire Safety PlansIFC 404.2.2 2021

Facility does not have evacuation routes posted.

Duct and Air Transfer OpeningsIFC 706.1 2018

Facility unable to provide documentation for last fire/smoke damper testing.

Testing and MaintenanceIFC 903.5 2009, 2012, 2015, 2018

Unable to provide documentation for 5-year internal pipe inspection, Forward Flow test, and 2nd/4th quarter sprinkler inspection.

Inspection, Testing and MaintenanceIFC 907.8 2021

Unable to provide record of annual fire alarm system inspection.

MaintenanceIFC 1203.4 2021

Unable to provide documentation for weekly visual generator inspections and monthly 30-minute load tests for Jan, Mar, June, and Nov.

Fire DrillsWAC 212-12-044

Unable to provide documentation for 12 planned/unannounced fire drills in the previous 12 months.

Penetrations - Maintaining ProtectionIFC 703.1 2021

Dining room has a penetration in the wall by the exit doors in the corner.

Inspection, Testing and MaintenanceIFC 907.8 2021

Facility unable to provide record of annual inspection for fire alarm system.

Portable Fire Extinguishers - General RequirementsIFC 906.2 2021

Fire extinguisher in memory care not completed in accordance with NFPA 10.

Internally Illuminated Exit SignsIFC 1013.5 2021

Exit sign in the dining room is not illuminated.

Extension CordsIFC 603.6 2021

Extension cords were in use in resident rooms 203, 233, and 120.

Combustible Decorative MaterialsIFC 807.2 2018

Resident room 309 in memory care has combustible wall paper covering the entire wall.

Extinguishing System ServiceIFC 904.13.5.2 2021

Unable to provide semi-annual kitchen suppression system service reports or sign-off documents.

MaintenanceIFC 915.6 2021 WAC

Unable to provide documentation of monthly CO detector testing for the past 12 months.

Ash TraysIFC 310.6 2021

Facility has a plastic liner in their ashtrays outside; cigarette butts have been placed in the plastic liner.

Inspection and MaintenanceIFC 705.2 2021

Laundry door 32 (2nd floor) and resident room 250 did not close/latch properly.

Inspection, Testing and MaintenanceIFC 901.6 2021

Missing escutcheon rings in lobby and rooms 258/214; loaded sprinkler heads in 2nd floor laundry.

Hangers and BracketsIFC 906.7 2021

Fire extinguisher in mechanical room not mounted and not serviced.

ReliabilityIFC 1032.2 2021

Exit pathway outside of memory care is covered by large amounts of leaves.

Feb 10, 2025Inspection

Consultation deficiencies were also provided regarding: WAC 388-78A-2320 (Intermittent nursing services), WAC 388-78A-3040 (Laundry), WAC 388-78A-2500 (Specialized training for mental illness), and WAC 388-78A-2300 (Food and nutrition services).

Tuberculosis Testing RequiredWAC 388-78A-2480Corrected Mar 27, 2025

Facility failed to ensure 3 of 6 staff were screened for tuberculosis within three days of employment.

Coordination of health care servicesWAC 388-78A-2350Corrected Mar 27, 2025

Facility failed to implement or obtain clarification for 3 of 5 residents' health care provider orders, including blood pressure monitoring, weight gain monitoring, and wound care.

Background checksWAC 388-78A-24642Corrected Mar 27, 2025

Facility failed to submit a request for a national fingerprint background check for 2 of 6 staff prior to having unsupervised contact with residents.

Ongoing assessmentsWAC 388-78A-2100Corrected Mar 27, 2025

Facility failed to complete comprehensive assessments for 3 of 9 sampled residents, failing to document diagnosed conditions, medications, behaviors, and instructions for staff.

Food sanitationWAC 388-78A-2305Corrected Mar 27, 2025

Facility failed to ensure proper use and testing of sanitization solution in kitchen and dining areas.

Jul 13, 2023Inspection

Includes supplemental letter dated 10/03/2023 confirming that follow-up inspection on 10/03/2023 found no deficiencies and all prior listed regulations were corrected.; The document also references a deficiency regarding lack of lockable doors and kitchen appliances in memory care units, as well as an interview with a resident representative regarding safety.

Training and home care aide certification requirementsWAC 388-78A-2474Corrected Aug 25, 2023

Facility failed to ensure 1 of 6 sampled care staff completed required dementia and mental health specialty trainings.

Tuberculosis Two step skin testingWAC 388-78A-2484Corrected Aug 1, 2023

Facility failed to complete initial TB skin tests within three days of hire for 3 of 6 sampled staff.

Licensee's responsibilitiesWAC 388-78A-2730

Facility failed to publicly post the assisted living facility license and the most recent inspection report in a common area.

Background checksWAC 388-78A-2464Corrected Jun 21, 2023

Facility failed to complete a DSHS background inquiry for 1 of 1 contracted Registered Nurse Delegator.

Negotiated service agreement contentsWAC 388-78A-2140Corrected Aug 25, 2023

Facility failed to document care needs and safety interventions for blood thinners/medications in Negotiated Service Agreements for 4 of 4 sampled residents.

Resident rights Notice Policy on accepting medicaid as a payment sourceWAC 388-78A-2665

Medicaid disclosure form was not in the required font size, and the facility failed to keep the signed form in the resident record for 1 of 9 sampled residents.

Food and nutrition servicesWAC 388-78A-2300

Facility failed to ensure dietary staff were provided with a dietitian-approved diet manual.

Assisted living services facility physical requirementsWAC 388-110-140

Facility failed to ensure 10 of 10 residents in the secured memory care unit had apartments that met Assisted Living contract requirements regarding private bathroom/kitchen facilities.

Maintenance and housekeepingWAC 388-78A-3090Corrected Jul 13, 2023

Five air outflow vents in common bathrooms and a laundry room were not providing adequate airflow.

Medication servicesWAC 388-78A-2210

Facility failed to remove two expired as-needed medications from the cart and failed to separate topical cream from oral medication.

Required reviews of building plansWAC 388-78A-2850

Facility failed to notify construction review services regarding the removal of a section of the kitchen floor due to plumbing issues.

Infection controlWAC 388-78A-2610

Facility failed to implement the required Respiratory Protection Program, including initial and annual fit tests for staff.

Tuberculosis One testWAC 388-78A-2483Corrected Aug 25, 2023

Facility failed to complete a one-step TB test for 1 of 6 sampled staff.

On-going assessmentsWAC 388-78A-2100Corrected Aug 25, 2023

Facility failed to ensure the safety of medical devices (bed canes) and complete necessary evaluations for 7 of 7 residents; failed to document use of fall mats or air mattresses for Resident 4.

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