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Vineyard Park of Covington

Families consistently rate this highly — reviewers highlight beautiful, modern, and well-maintained facility. Schedule a visit to confirm the fit.

17016 Se Wax Rd, Covington, WA 9804285 bedsLicensed & Active
Source: WA DSHS — view official record
Google rating
4.4/5

based on 14 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

Vineyard Park of Covington is highly regarded for its beautiful environment and dedicated nursing staff, particularly for those needing memory care. However, families should be aware of reports regarding inconsistent responsiveness to resident needs and administrative hurdles; we recommend asking for a clear written policy on care response times and refund procedures before signing any agreements.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

14 reviews on Google
Vineyard Park of Covington receives high praise for its beautiful, well-maintained facilities and a nursing staff that many families describe as professional, caring, and attentive. However, some families have reported significant concerns regarding responsiveness to care requests and unprofessional conduct by specific staff members, as well as difficulties with administrative processes like deposit refunds.

Quality Themes

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Food10.0Staff7.0Clean10.0Activities10.0MedsN/AMemory10.0Comms4.0ValueN/A

Strengths

  • Beautiful, modern, and well-maintained facility
  • Attentive and professional nursing staff
  • Supportive environment for memory care transitions
  • Engaging and vibrant community atmosphere

Concerns

  • Inconsistent response times to resident care requests (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
  • Administrative issues regarding deposit refunds and communication (mentioned by 2 reviewers)

Rating Trends

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How They Respond to Reviews

71%response rate

This facility actively engages with reviewer feedback.

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1It is wonderful to see how beautiful and modern the facility is; what specific features of this environment are designed to help residents feel at home?
  • 2I noticed the staff is very engaged with the community; how do you ensure that care requests are addressed promptly and consistently throughout the day?
  • 3Since we are looking for a supportive environment, how does the team specifically help residents navigate the transition into memory care?
  • 4How does the administration handle communication with families regarding resident updates or any changes in care needs?
  • 5What does a typical day look like for residents in terms of social activities and community engagement?
  • 6In the event of a medical emergency after hours, what is the protocol for notifying the family and coordinating care?

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Key Review Excerpts

Our family is so thankful to the knowledgeable nursing staff who was always available and helped guide us through the painful process of dementia.

Memory care family member · 2025★★★★★

I feel so blessed to have had the experience I have had with the nurses and caregivers— they are truly Angels here on Earth!! So professional, skilled and personable.

Long-term resident's family · 2025★★★★★

When they need help, sometimes they came and other times they waited until the next day.

Family member · 2024☆☆☆☆
Source: 14 Google reviews

State Inspection History

State Inspections

Source: WA Dept. of Social & Health Services

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95deficiencies
Jan 12, 2026Fire

Inspection on 01/12/2026 confirmed all violations from the 10/22/2025 inspection were corrected.

Open electrical terminationsIFC 603.2.2 2021Corrected Jan 12, 2026

Broken receptacle cover near bed in room 215.

Testing and MaintenanceIFC 903.5 2021Corrected Jan 12, 2026

Missing documentation for 5-Year FDC Hydro testing.

Appliance Connection to Building PipingIFC 606.4 2021Corrected Jan 12, 2026

Kitchen appliances missing restraints attached to the wall.

Extinguishing System ServiceIFC 904.13.5.2 2021Corrected Jan 12, 2026

Missing first semi-annual servicing report and incomplete second report.

Ceiling ClearanceIFC 315.2.1 2021Corrected Jan 12, 2026

Material stored inside the required 18-inch clearance from sprinkler head in 4th-floor activities room.

Clothes Dryer Exhaust Systems - MaintenanceIFC 610.1.2 2021Corrected Jan 12, 2026

Build-up of lint in the back of dryers.

MaintenanceIFC 1203.4 2021Corrected Jan 12, 2026

Missing documentation for emergency power system testing (monthly 30-minute full load, diesel fuel testing, 1.5 hour load test, and last 4 hour load test).

Fire DrillsIFC 405.5 2021Corrected Jan 12, 2026

Missing documentation for twelve planned and unannounced fire drills; specific gaps in 2nd and 3rd shift for quarters 1 and 3.

TestingIFC 705.2.6 2018Corrected Jan 12, 2026

Missing documentation for the last testing of horizontal and vertical sliding/rolling fire doors.

Jul 15, 2025Inspection

There is a separate consultation deficiency noted in the cover letter regarding WAC 388-78A-2730 (Licensee's responsibilities) as the facility's license was expired and the inspection binder was not updated.

Infection controlWAC 388-78A-2610Corrected Aug 29, 2025

Two housekeeping staff failed to follow proper hand hygiene and glove change procedures when handling dirty laundry and cleaning resident apartments, creating a risk of cross-contamination.

TuberculosisWAC 388-78A-2485Corrected Aug 29, 2025

The facility failed to ensure a new staff member with a positive TB test result completed a chest X-ray, received a symptoms evaluation, or followed a health care provider's recommendations.

Oct 1, 2024Fire

The inspection report dated 08/08/2024 resulted in a 'Disapproved' status. A follow-up visit on 10/01/2024 confirmed all previously noted violations were corrected.

Duct and air transfer openingsIFC 706.1Corrected Oct 1, 2024

Unable to provide documentation for last fire/smoke damper testing.

Fire alarm inspection and maintenanceIFC 907.8Corrected Oct 1, 2024

Annual fire alarm report shows deficiencies; no correction report provided.

Emergency power system installationIFC 1203.1.3Corrected Oct 1, 2024

Emergency stop for generator is located inside the housing unit instead of outside.

Fire evacuation drillsIFC 405.8Corrected Oct 1, 2024

Failed to include transmission of fire alarm signals throughout the facility during fire drills.

Fire protection and life safety system maintenanceIFC 901.6Corrected Oct 1, 2024

Gift Store room has a missing escutcheon ring.

Carbon monoxide detection maintenanceIFC 915.6Corrected Oct 1, 2024

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

Securing compressed gas containersIFC 5303.5.3Corrected Oct 1, 2024

Resident room 412 has multiple unsecured oxygen tanks.

Fire-resistance-rated constructionIFC 701.6Corrected Oct 1, 2024

Unable to provide records of annual fire wall inspections/repairs.

Sprinkler system testing and maintenanceIFC 903.5Corrected Oct 1, 2024

Unable to provide documentation for forward flow test and 4th quarter sprinkler inspection.

Egress door operationsIFC 1010.2Corrected Oct 1, 2024

Nurses exit door on 1st floor leading outside does not open from the inside.

Circuit identification and accessibilityNFPA 72 10.6.5.2Corrected Oct 1, 2024

No lockout device found on fire alarm circuit breaker on 3rd floor.

Fire-resistance-rated construction penetrationsIFC 703.1Corrected Oct 1, 2024

Server room on 1st floor by room 111 has unsealed conduits.

Fire extinguisher mountingIFC 906.7Corrected Oct 1, 2024

Electrical room in Maintenance office has an improperly mounted fire extinguisher.

Emergency lighting power testIFC 1031.10.2Corrected Oct 1, 2024

Unable to provide documentation for 90-minute annual emergency lighting testing.

Fire door inspection and testingNFPA 80Corrected Oct 1, 2024

Unable to provide inventory/records for annual fire door inspections; laundry door did not latch.

Jun 14, 2024Inspection

This letter serves as notification that the facility met assisted living facility licensing requirements after a follow-up inspection on 06/14/2024, correcting previous deficiencies.; Report also notes deficiencies regarding staff facility orientation and mandatory continuing education requirements for Staff B, E, and F.; Correction dates for several deficiencies are listed as 3/30/24 in the Plan/Attestation statements.; The document provided is a cover letter/enforcement notice regarding a full inspection. It notes that the facility failed to meet requirements but the specific deficiency mentioned was corrected during the inspection.

Continuing education requirementsWAC 388-112A-0611-1-a-iii
Pet requirementsWAC 388-78A-2620-2-b
Tuberculosis Positive test resultWAC 388-78A-2485Corrected Mar 30, 2024

Facility failed to ensure 1 of 1 staff (Staff B) with a positive TB test received a chest X-ray within seven days, was evaluated for symptoms, and followed health care provider recommendations.

Full assessment topicsWAC 388-78A-2090Corrected Mar 30, 2024

Facility failed to assess the need and safety risks of a medical device (transfer pole) for 1 of 1 resident (Resident 6).

Negotiated service agreement contentsWAC 388-78A-2140Corrected Mar 30, 2024

Facility failed to document necessary care needs and interventions in the Negotiated Service Agreements (NSA) for 2 of 2 sampled residents.

Training and home care aide certification requirementsWAC 388-78A-2474-2-e
Continuing education requirementsWAC 388-112A-0611-1-b
Pet requirementsWAC 388-78A-2620-2-c
PetsWAC 388-78A-2620Corrected Mar 30, 2024

Facility failed to ensure 4 of 4 pets received regular examinations, required vaccinations, and were veterinarian certified to be free of diseases transmittable to humans.

Maintenance and housekeepingWAC 388-78A-3090

Facility failed to provide safe, well-maintained exterior walking paths (tripping hazards) and housekeeping rooms with functioning mechanical ventilation.

Licensee's responsibilitiesWAC 388-78A-2730

Facility failed to follow infection control standards, lacked a required Medical Test Site Waiver (MTSW) for COVID-19 testing, and failed to conduct staff respiratory fit testing since June 2022.

Continuing education requirementsWAC 388-112A-0611-1-a-i
Training and home care aide certification requirementsWAC 388-78A-2474-2-a
Background checks Employment Provisional hire Pending results of national fingerprint background checkWAC 388-78A-24681Corrected Mar 30, 2024

Facility failed to ensure 3 of 4 staff sampled completed a national fingerprint background check within 120 days of hire, allowing staff with unknown backgrounds to have unsupervised access to residents.

Water supplyWAC 388-78A-2950Corrected Mar 30, 2024

Facility failed to ensure hot water temperatures were between 105 F and 120 F at all times; temperatures were observed outside of this range (both low and high).

Safe storage of supplies and equipmentWAC 388-78A-3100Corrected Mar 30, 2024

Facility failed to secure hazardous chemicals and a battery-powered drill in the maintenance office, and failed to secure ice melt.

Emergency and disaster preparednessWAC 388-78A-2700Corrected Feb 1, 2024

The facility failed to complete its disaster manual outline by filling in blank spaces for contacts, emergency phone numbers, duty assignments, and disaster supply locations. The manual was completed during the inspection.

Continuing education requirementsWAC 388-112A-0611-1-a-ii
Orientation training requirementsWAC 388-112A-0200-1
Tuberculosis Two step skin testingWAC 388-78A-2484Corrected Mar 30, 2024

Facility failed to ensure 1 of 5 staff (Staff A) completed a TB test within three days of hire.

Full assessment topicsWAC 388-78A-2090Corrected Mar 30, 2024

Facility failed to assess the need and safety risks of a medical device (transfer pole) for 1 of 1 resident (Resident 6).

Garbage and refuse disposalWAC 388-78A-2970Corrected Mar 30, 2024

Facility failed to maintain the garbage collection area in a safe and clean condition; dumpster lids were open and area was cluttered with debris.

Jun 14, 2024Dispute

This document is an IDR (Informal Dispute Resolution) results letter. It notes that a previous citation of WAC 388-78-2703(4)(b) was moved to WAC 388-78A-2170 (1).

WAC 388-78A-2170 (1)
Apr 12, 2024Investigation

Follow-up inspection on 2024-06-24 found no new deficiencies and confirmed the correction of WAC 388-78A-2170.

criticalWAC 388-78A-2170Corrected May 26, 2024

Facility failed to ensure a safe environment by leaving a storage closet unlocked. A resident was locked in the storage closet for 36 hours, resulting in severe dehydration.

Apr 8, 2024Inspection

This report documents an unannounced follow-up inspection. The facility received a citation for these regulations on 02/01/2024 and failed to correct them by the committed date.; The report also includes a finding regarding Staff B, a caregiver who tested positive for TB and failed to complete follow-up evaluations or report the TB status correctly.; The document notes that during the full inspection, the facility completed the disaster manual, but the facility is still required to submit a plan of correction for this consultation deficiency.

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

Facility failed to ensure 1 of 3 staff (Staff F) completed continuing education requirements.

Full assessment topicsWAC 388-78A-2090

Failed to assess a resident for the safe use of a medical device (transfer pole).

Negotiated service agreement contentsWAC 388-78A-2140

Negotiated service agreements for 2 of 2 sampled residents lacked documentation of care needs, interventions, or backup plans for private caregivers.

PetsWAC 388-78A-2620

Facility failed to ensure 3 of 3 sampled pets received regular examinations, vaccines, and were veterinarian certified to be free of diseases transmittable to humans.

Maintenance and housekeepingWAC 388-78A-3090

Exterior paths were not clear of tripping hazards; housekeeping closet vents were not functioning.

Licensee's responsibilitiesWAC 388-78A-2730

Facility lacked a Medical Test Site Waiver (MTSW) for COVID testing and failed to maintain an updated Respiratory Protection Program.

Orientation trainingWAC 388-112A-0200

Facility failed to ensure 1 of 3 staff (Staff F) completed continuing education requirements.

PetsWAC 388-78A-2620

Failed to ensure 4 of 4 pets had required vaccinations, regular examinations, and veterinary certification of health.

Safe storage of supplies and equipmentWAC 388-78A-3100

Hazardous chemicals and power tools in a maintenance office were not secured.

Emergency and disaster preparednessWAC 388-78A-2700

The facility failed to complete its disaster manual outline by leaving blank spaces for contacts, phone numbers, duty assignments, and locations of disaster supplies.

Continuing education trainingWAC 388-112A-0611

Facility failed to ensure 1 of 3 staff (Staff F) completed continuing education requirements.

Water supplyWAC 388-78A-2950

Hot water temperatures in various apartments were outside the required 105-120 F range.

Garbage and refuse disposalWAC 388-78A-2970

Exterior garbage collection area was not maintained in a clean and safe condition.

Apr 8, 2024Enforcement
$500.00Report

Letter details an imposition of civil fines totaling $500.00 ($200 for staff training deficiencies and $300 for pet requirement deficiencies). References an attached Statement of Deficiencies (SOD) dated April 8, 2024.

Training and home care aide certification requirementsWAC 388-78A-2474(2)(a)(e)

Licensee failed to ensure one staff completed continuing education training requirements.

What is orientation training, who should complete it, and when should it be completed?WAC 388-112A-0200(1)
Who in an assisted living facility is required to complete continuing education training each year, how many hours of continuing education are required, and when must they be completed?WAC 388-112A-0611(1)(a)(i)(ii)(iii)
PetsWAC 388-78A-2620(2)(b)(c)

Failed to ensure three sampled pets received regular examinations, vaccines, and were veterinarian certified to be free of diseases transmittable to humans.

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