The Cottages of Renton
Families consistently rate this highly — reviewers highlight professional and helpful administrative team. Schedule a visit to confirm the fit.
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What this means for your family
The Cottages of Renton is highly regarded for its memory care programming and administrative support, making it a strong candidate for those needing specialized dementia services. However, given the serious reports regarding medication management and a recent allegation of physical misconduct, we strongly advise families to conduct unannounced visits and ask specifically about their medication administration protocols and staff safety training.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
17 reviews on Google“The Cottages of Renton receives praise for its dedicated administrative team and personalized memory care, with many families highlighting the professional and caring nature of the staff. However, some reviewers have raised serious concerns regarding medication management, high staff turnover, and isolated reports of safety and communication failures. Prospective families should weigh the positive experiences of long-term residents against reports of inconsistent care quality.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Professional and helpful administrative team
- Personalized memory care plans
- Clean and well-maintained environment
- Active engagement in resident activities
Concerns
- Inconsistent medication management and availability (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
- High staff turnover and lack of communication (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
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Questions for Your Tour
- 1I noticed your team is very active in planning resident activities; could you walk me through what a typical week of engagement looks like for someone in memory care?
- 2Since medication management is such a critical part of daily health, could you explain the specific protocols and double-check systems you have in place to ensure accuracy and consistency?
- 3I appreciate how responsive your administrative team is; how do you typically keep families updated regarding changes in care or staffing transitions?
- 4What is your current process for ensuring that residents have consistent, familiar caregivers, and how do you support your staff to maintain that continuity?
- 5In the event of a medical concern or an emergency, what is the communication flow between your nursing staff and the family members?
- 6Given your focus on personalized memory care plans, how often are these plans reviewed and adjusted to reflect a resident's changing needs?
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Key Review Excerpts
“Their specialized knowledge and application of individualized care plans were most appreciated, as dementia needs are not a one size fits all.”
“My mom has been living in The Cottages of Renton for over 4 years and we have been very pleased with the care she has received.”
“The staff has kept me updated, day or night, on events if they occur. The home health services like the Nurse Practitioner and Podiatry have been helpful in getting my free time back.”
State Inspection History
State Inspections
Source: WA Dept. of Social & Health Services
Mar 26, 2026FireCleanReport
Inspection conducted by the Office of the State Fire Marshal. No violations observed.
Nov 10, 2025Inspection17Report
Letter states follow-up inspection on 11/10/2025 found no deficiencies, confirming corrections of issues from reports 68513 and 65549.; Report mentions facility uses 'Food for Fifty' manual which management admitted was not being updated according to regulation. Resident 7 hospice notes indicated bruises of unknown origin, which staff denied responsibility for.; Report also references WAC 246-980-030, 246-980-040, 246-980-050, 246-980-060, and 388-112A-0090 regarding long-term care worker certification and training requirements.; Report includes a Plan/Attestation Statement signed by the administrator on 7/28/25.
Deficiency previously found and corrected.
Deficiency previously found and corrected.
Deficiency previously found and corrected.
Deficiency previously found and corrected.
Facility failed to ensure 10 of 10 mechanical air exchange vents in common bathrooms, utility closets, and laundry rooms were functional in Cottages C and D.
Facility failed to ensure one staff member (Staff E) completed the required 12 hours of DSHS-approved continuing education training between birthday years.
Facility failed to verify medical services for 2 of 7 sampled residents; specifically failing to clarify high blood sugar parameters for Resident 5 and failing to coordinate care for Resident 7's change in condition.
Facility failed to ensure 2 of 4 care staff (Staff B and Staff D) completed the national fingerprint background check within 120 days of hire.
Facility failed to ensure 4 of 6 medication carts were locked and secured, placing 54 memory care residents at risk.
Facility failed to ensure staff were qualified (missing or expired credentials/certifications) and failed to maintain required fingerprint background check records on-site for staff providing care.
Deficiency previously found and corrected.
Dietary Services Manager failed to follow proper handwashing procedures between handling dirty carts and clean dishes, risking food contamination and foodborne illness for 54 residents.
Facility failed to complete Washington State background checks for Staff E and Staff F every two years.
Facility failed to update service plans for 4 of 7 sampled residents when there were changes in care needs (e.g., use of specialized medical equipment like alternating pressure mattresses and Roho cushions).
The facility failed to implement service plans for 2 residents. For Resident 6, staff did not assist with oxygen use or repositioning/transfers as required. For Resident 7, staff failed to provide necessary oral care.
First-aid kits were not clearly marked and readily available. Facility corrected this during inspection.
An oxygen cylinder tank was found unsecured in a shared apartment in the memory care unit.
Sep 12, 2025Enforcement$600.00Report
Civil fines totaling $600.00 imposed ($300 per category). Deficiencies cited as uncorrected from July 23, 2025.
One kitchen staff member failed to follow hand sanitation guidelines in the main commercial kitchen.
Three care staff failed to complete required continuing education training.
Aug 7, 2025Fire
Previous inspection on 08/07/2025 confirmed that all violations noted during previous inspections (02/04/2025 and 04/22/2025) have been corrected.
Cottage D had 1 failed fire damper due to a screw in the track.
Facility unable to provide documentation for current semiannual kitchen suppression system inspection.
Fire alarm is currently in trouble status.
Apr 22, 2025Fire
Previous inspection on 02/05/2025 identified multiple issues including excessive laundry storage, missing damper testing records, missing forward flow test, unmaintained fire extinguishers, blocked fire alarm pull station, and unsecured oxygen cylinders, which were subsequently marked as corrected in the 04/22/2025 re-inspection, except for the items listed as current deficiencies.
Fire alarm system is currently in trouble status.
Cottage D has one failed fire damper due to a screw in the track.
Facility unable to provide documentation for current semiannual kitchen suppression system inspection.
Mar 12, 2025Investigation
The facility was found to be in compliance as of the follow-up inspection on 05/09/2025. Allegations regarding medication services and outside hospice practices were investigated and resulted in no failed practice citations.
Facility staff failed to follow policies and procedures regarding a resident's 'Do Not Resuscitate' (DNR) order. Staff initiated chest compressions on an unresponsive resident who had a DNR in place and failed to inform the 911 operator of the order.
Feb 26, 2025Investigation
This letter confirms that the deficiencies found in reports 55401 (02/26/2025) and 49917 (12/17/2024) have been corrected.; The report also documents severe failures in resident supervision and fall prevention for Resident 1 (multiple falls with injuries, including sepsis and death) and Resident 2 (unwitnessed knee fracture not properly assessed/documented).
Department completed a follow-up inspection and found this previously cited deficiency has been corrected.
The facility failed to notify the responsible paying agency when 4 of 4 residents (Residents 3, 4, 5, and 6) were hospitalized or passed away.
Department completed a follow-up inspection and found this previously cited deficiency has been corrected.
May 30, 2024Fire
The inspection on 03/25/2024 resulted in a Disapproved status. A follow-up inspection on 05/30/2024 confirmed all violations noted during previous inspection(s) have been corrected.
The Resident Care Coordinator's office in building A has a power strip dangling.
The IT room in building A has unsealed conduits.
Facility unable to provide documentation for their forward flow test.
Facility unable to provide documentation for their last smoke detector sensitivity test report.
Penetrations found in fire doors in cottage B (B-05, B-08, B-09, B-10, B-12), cottage C (C-06), and cottage D (D-10 Linen Clean Utility door).
The two exit gates outside do not have the required exit signage.
Building A staff break room has an appliance plugged into a power strip.
Facility unable to provide documentation for fire/smoke damper testing; only visual checks were conducted.
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