A+ Meridian Villa Estates Adult Family Home sits in Kent, WA, surrounded by big evergreen trees, fruit trees, and flowers, which gives the place a calm and homey feel, and people say you can just sit by the window or in the garden and watch the seasons go by with other residents or cats and little dogs running about. The owners, Marcela & Samuel Cusmir, have run this home for over 11 years, keeping the license in good standing with semi-annual reviews, and you'll see they take care to give each resident an easy, peaceful daily life whether you need help just now and then or every day, because the home supports aging in place with levels of care such as independent living, assisted living, memory care, board and care, respite for temporary stays, and even hospice care if that becomes needed, and people may come and go for short visits or stay long-term, depending on what works best for them and their families.
There are six beds, so it's never crowded, and rooms include private, semi-private, and a studio, and one of these is a master room for two, paired with a private bathroom, making it easier for couples or friends to stay together, and no matter the choice, there are wheelchair-accessible showers, and a no smoking policy inside the house or common rooms. The home welcomes both men and women, and pets can join too, so folks don't have to leave their animals behind, and there's space for resident parking if people want to have visitors. Visiting hours run from 9:00am to 8:00pm, so families can come by more often.
Care services cover daily living help, like getting dressed, bathing, medicine management, and nurses, therapists, a podiatrist, doctor, dentist, and a nurse on call if someone takes ill or gets hurt. For people with Parkinson's or dementia, like Alzheimer's, the specialized caregivers offer personal routines, memory support, and bathroom reminders, with extra focus on safety and comfort. There's 24-hour emergency response and all-day caregiver support, so people don't have to wait long if they need help, and staff offer both physical and speech therapy as part of rehab or home health care, depending on doctor recommendations.
Meals come prepared from a kitchen with menus designed for dementia care, plus a dietitian helps with meals for special diets, vegetarian options, and even kosher needs, and there's a private dining room for special family meals or smaller groups. Residents can also eat in the café, or use the communal kitchen for simple snacks, and staff offer bathroom reminders for residents who need them. The beauty shop and barber services happen onsite for easy personal care, and scheduled chapel and devotional services meet spiritual needs both at home and with trips elsewhere, so people can keep up with their faith and peace of mind. The arts and crafts program is a regular thing, and there are indoor and outdoor areas where folks can relax, talk, or enjoy activities. Walking trails and a greenhouse get people outside when the weather is good, and the wifi throughout the house means people can keep in touch with family or hobbies.
Transportation to appointments and outings is included, and people get help making and keeping appointments if needed, as families are encouraged to visit and keep up strong connections. Meridian Villa Estates doesn't take Medicare unless certified, and admits King County seniors who need care, mental health support, or have developmental disabilities, so the home aims to cover a broad range of needs, always working toward independence, comfort, and simple living for each person who walks through the door, without trying to act perfect.
