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Regency on Whidbey

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1040 Sw Kimball Drive, Oak Harbor, WA 9827773 bedsLicensed & Active
Source: WA DSHS — view official record
Google rating
3.6/5

based on 8 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

The independent living cottages are highly regarded for their comfort and the quality of the dining program. When touring, ensure you get specific, written details regarding their 'aging in place' policy to avoid the communication gaps reported by families during health transitions.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

8 reviews on Google
Regency on Whidbey offers independent living cottages that residents find spacious and well-appointed, with praise for the dining experience and helpful staff. However, long-term families have expressed frustration regarding care transitions and the reliability of promises made by management about end-of-life support.

Quality Themes

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Food9.0Staff7.0Clean8.0ActivitiesN/AMedsN/AMemoryN/AComms3.0ValueN/A

Strengths

  • Spacious and well-maintained independent living cottages
  • Positive dining hall experience
  • Helpful and friendly service-oriented staff

Concerns

  • Inconsistency in long-term care promises and discharge policies (mentioned by 2 reviewers)

Rating Trends

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How They Respond to Reviews

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Questions for Your Tour

  • 1Since you offer both independent living cottages and assisted living, how do you manage the transition process if a resident's care needs increase over time?
  • 2I've heard wonderful things about the dining hall experience here; could you tell me more about how you involve residents in planning the menu or social events?
  • 3Could you walk me through your communication policy for keeping families updated on changes in a resident's health or care plan?
  • 4What specific protocols are in place to ensure consistent care and support as a resident's long-term needs evolve during their stay?
  • 5How do you handle medical emergencies or urgent care needs after standard business hours to ensure residents feel secure?
  • 6What kind of daily activities or community engagement opportunities are available to help new residents feel at home and connected to others?

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Key Review Excerpts

They love the food at the dining hall each day, and the bigger than expected garage and roomy 2 bedroom cottage meets their needs.

Independent living family member · 2024★★★★★

I remember setting at her dining table with a Regency staff telling us she would be able to live there the rest of her life, even if she needed hospice care.

Assisted living family member · 2017★★☆☆☆
Source: 8 Google reviews

State Inspection History

State Inspections

Source: WA Dept. of Social & Health Services

3total
7deficiencies
Mar 10, 2026Fire

The inspection on 01/05/2026 resulted in a 'Disapproved' status. A subsequent inspection on 03/10/2026 confirmed that all previously noted violations had been corrected.

Testing of horizontal and vertical sliding and rolling fire doorsIFC 705.2.6 2018

Facility failed to provide documentation for annual testing of rolling fire doors in the reception area.

Testing and maintenance of sprinkler systemsIFC 903.5 2021

Annual sprinkler inspection from 10/7/2025 indicated multiple uncorrected deficiencies: 20-year quick response head testing is due, 2 recalled heads in 2nd-floor laundry, and 4 painted heads.

Maintenance of emergency and standby power systemsIFC 1203.4 2021

Facility failed to provide documentation for annual servicing of the emergency generator.

Mar 14, 2025Fire

A separate letter dated 05/09/2025 notes that these deficiencies were verified as corrected on a follow-up inspection.

Medication refusalWAC 388-78A-2230

Facility failed to notify physicians of repeated medication refusals for 4 of 9 residents and lacked a system for evaluating the significance of such refusals.

Training and home care aide certification requirementsWAC 388-78A-2474

Facility failed to ensure 1 of 5 staff members (Staff E) obtained Home Care Aide (HCA) certification.

Background checks Employment Provisional hireWAC 388-78A-24681

Facility failed to ensure a national fingerprint background check for 1 of 5 staff members (Staff E) was completed within 120 days of hire (completed after 317 days).

Mar 9, 2023Investigation

Follow-up inspection conducted on 05/16/2023 found these deficiencies corrected.

Other requirementsWAC 388-78A-2040Corrected Apr 10, 2023

Facility failed to complete required 4-year fire and smoke damper inspection; documentation was missing following fire marshal inspections.

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