The Firs

The Firs is a full-service senior living community on the edge of woods next to the Chehalis-Western Trail, only about a third of a mile from Providence St. Peter Hospital and four miles from downtown Olympia, where the lodge-style buildings and grounds are surrounded by landscaped patios, gardens, and a lakeside setting. People here can choose from pet-friendly studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, each with modern amenities, comfortable kitchens, and safety features, and residents can decorate their space with their own furniture if they want. The facility has a fireside bistro, a formal dining room, a casual bistro, and offers chef-prepared meals at community tables in a dining space where residents have flexible hours to eat. There's a fitness center, card room, library, activity room, bistro lounge, family room, and a beauty salon and barber shop for when residents want to relax or keep up with hobbies, and a community garden gives folks a spot to dig in the dirt if they like. The Firs is a Continuing Care Retirement Community, which means it offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing services, so people can stay as their needs change, and short-term stays or respite care are available too. Staff members and dedicated care teams are available all day and night to help with daily living tasks or health needs, and residents can arrange for home health caregivers and have nurse and doctor support as required, while the apartments are wheelchair accessible and the whole place is non-smoking indoors. The Firs offers wellness and fitness classes, hobby groups, and outings as part of the MBKonnection life enrichment program to help enhance wellbeing, and there are devotional services, educational programs, and organized events to build community and support body, mind, and spirit. Housekeeping, linen, and maintenance services cut down on chores, and the place offers scheduled and complimentary transportation to appointments, shops, and local attractions, which means residents can keep active and connected. Those who served the country might appreciate the veterans wall of honor, while anyone can enjoy a calming stroll in the courtyard or join in activities designed to help everyone make friends and stay engaged. The Firs has independent living options for people who want an active lifestyle with less stress about home upkeep, and age-restricted, maintenance-free units are available if that's what's needed. The community features safety and accessibility throughout, lets residents personalize their apartments, and encourages pets. There are specific care areas for dementia and Alzheimer's, a focus on providing a peaceful and supportive setting, a nurse and therapists available for needs like rehab or hospice, and services like a podiatrist and beautician for extra comfort. Both full-time and short-term residents benefit from a team that supports independence and offers help as needed, so folks can enjoy the landscaped setting and all the amenities with some peace of mind about the future. The Firs has received recognition as "Best Independent Living" by U.S. News and World Report, but the most important part is that each resident can find personalized care, shared meals, and a comfortable place to call home, without all the pressure of keeping up a house or worrying about being alone.