Three Rivers Place Assisted Living sits over in Kennewick, Washington, and you'll find it's a smaller, quieter sort of community, owned by Greenlake Senior Living, where there are forty licensed assisted living beds and an occupancy rate that usually stays around seventy percent, give or take. Folks there can pick from single-room units or studio apartments, and each apartment has simple things like carpet, window treatments, heating, air conditioning, and generous closet space, and the kitchenettes come with their own refrigerator and freezer, which can make it easier for someone to keep snacks at hand. They've made sure the safety system includes smoke detectors, sprinklers, and medical alert setups all throughout, plus they've added a 'wander guard' system with locked exits, especially for those needing dementia care, because that's a worry that comes up for a lot of families.
The staff is known for being caring, and a registered nurse is on-site full-time, twenty-four hours a day, for care coordination. Residents don't have to worry so much about chores either, since maintenance, weekly housekeeping, laundry, and even trash removal are handled for them. Meals are served restaurant-style, with a few entrée choices at every meal, and a professional culinary team runs the kitchen. Activities play a big part in community life, and there's always a schedule of social events, outings, and programs organized by full-time Events and Activities Directors, though of course, some residents will choose not to join in. The activity room, lounges, and a thoughtfully designed courtyard give people space to socialize or enjoy a quiet moment both indoors and out, and they've kept things pet-friendly so some cats or dogs get to stay with their owners.
Three Rivers Place provides a blend of services, including independent living, assisted living, memory care tailored for folks living with Alzheimer's disease or other types of dementia, rehabilitation, transitional care, and skilled nursing when someone needs more help. The community creates personalized care plans for every resident, and caregivers help each person with daily activities such as bathing or dressing, and they'll arrange doctor's appointments, on-site physical, speech, and occupational therapy, along with visits from local physicians. There's transportation for appointments and events outside the facility, and an on-site hair salon and barber can help with haircuts or trims.
For families and residents trying to make decisions, you'll find educational resources like the documentary "Time to Get Ready," real resident stories, caregiving guides, glossaries, and planning tools, all meant to help people understand what to expect. Community reviews give Three Rivers Place a 4.1 out of 5 stars, based on twenty-two reviews, and it's fully licensed by the state, which matters to a lot of people in ensuring standards are met and kept up.
The atmosphere at Three Rivers Place feels homey and welcoming, with an intimate size that often means the care and attention to detail can be more personal than at bigger places, and opportunities for walks indoors and outdoors, especially around the courtyard, can make daily life a little brighter for people who like to move around but also need some extra safety in place.
