Fifth Avenue Senior Independent Living

    500 W Hendrickson Rd, Sequim, WA 98382
    • Independent Living
    • Assisted Living

    Caring staff, excellent meals, activities

    My mother has lived here long-term and loves it. The staff are caring and helpful, the meals are excellent with an ever-changing menu, the building, rooms and grounds are lovely and well maintained, and there are plenty of activities (art classes, outings, e-bike access) - I'm very happy with our decision.

    Loved one of resident
    Jul 2026

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    4.57·(14)

    Overall rating

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    5. 1
    • Care

      3.0
    • Staff

      4.2
    • Meals

      4.5
    • Amenities

      4.8
    • Value

      4.6

    Pros

    • Caring and helpful staff
    • Clean, well-maintained interior
    • Attractive grounds and building
    • Varied, appealing meal program
    • Engaging arts programming
    • Regular outings and transportation options
    • E-bike access and outdoor activity options
    • Friendly resident community
    • Comfortable private rooms
    • Long-term resident stability

    Cons

    • Staff conduct and responsiveness
    • Inconsistent care quality across teams or shifts
    • Insufficient clinical resources for higher-acuity needs
    • Gaps in family communication and case updates
    • Potential safety and access-control protocol weaknesses

    Summary of reviews

    Overall impression: The collection of reviews describes a senior independent living community with many positive attributes alongside isolated but serious concerns. Strengths most frequently noted include a helpful, caring staff presence, clean and attractive interiors, well-maintained grounds, and a varied meal program. Residents and family members commonly describe an active social environment with arts programming, outings, and recreational options such as e-bike access, and several comments reflect long-term resident satisfaction and a friendly community atmosphere.

    Care and staff: Many comments praise staff kindness and helpfulness, and families report that residents feel comfortable and supported in day-to-day life. However, there are also reports that indicate operational weaknesses related to staff conduct and responsiveness, which suggest uneven performance across teams or shifts. These concerns translate into two primary operational items: inconsistent care quality and gaps in communication with families. Prospective residents with higher-acuity needs or complex medical conditions should confirm clinical capabilities, staff training, and supervision during a visit.

    Dining and activities: The facility's dining program is described positively, with an ever-changing menu and generally well-regarded meals. Activity offerings appear robust, with arts experiences, scheduled outings, and outdoor/recreational options that support resident engagement. These programmatic strengths appear to contribute to the positive impressions many families express about daily life and social opportunities.

    Facilities and environment: Reviewers highlight attractive interiors, tidy rooms, and pleasant grounds. Maintenance and cleanliness are cited as strengths, contributing to an inviting atmosphere. The facility's physical environment and common spaces are cited repeatedly as advantages for comfort and quality of life.

    Management and notable patterns: The reviews present a mixed pattern: a majority of remarks emphasize positive day-to-day experience, while at least one strongly negative account raises serious concerns about care and safety. That contrast suggests variability in individual experiences rather than uniform performance. Families touring the community should ask specific questions about staffing levels, policies for higher-acuity care, incident response protocols, safety and access-control measures, and how management communicates with families. Verifying these operational details can help clarify whether the facility's strengths align with a prospective resident's clinical and social needs.

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    Location

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    Fifth Avenue Senior Independent Living is located at 500 W Hendrickson Rd, Sequim, WA, 98382.

    About Fifth Avenue Senior Independent Living

    Fifth Avenue Senior Independent Living is in Sequim, Washington, right at the base of the Olympic Mountains, with lovely mountain, courtyard, and garden views from many of the apartments and community areas, and the place really reminds people of home thanks to comfortable touches and a focus on the area's natural beauty with rustic log construction and earth tones everywhere you turn. The community encourages independence, offering apartments that seniors can make their own with furniture from home, and you have your pick from private studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom options, plus some large deluxe layouts, some with patios or balconies and mountain views, and the apartments all come with basic appliances like a microwave and refrigerator, wall-unit air conditioning, carpet and laminate floors, and individually controlled thermostats, along with kitchenettes, cable hookups, internet options, and even all utilities-like electricity, water, and garbage-rolled into the rent, so you don't have as much to worry about each month and can instead focus on living your life.

    The Fifth Avenue community shares a beautiful campus with Sherwood Assisted Living, which means there's a natural connection to other levels of care if it's needed, with 24-hour on-site licensed nursing care for residents who need it, but the main focus at Fifth Avenue really is on empowering people to keep their independence for as long as they're able, and you'll find supportive, friendly staff here to give as much or as little help as someone may want. Residents get plenty of chances to socialize and stay active with walking groups, exercise classes, fitness center sessions, and wellness services at the full-service spa, where you can get foot, hand, and full-body massages, or visit the on-site beauty salon or barbershop for a haircut.

    You can also join in for regular movie nights, sporting events, poker tournaments at the dedicated table, and live music performances. The place offers a wide schedule of educational activities, hobby groups, coffee and donut socials, and there's always a club or game room available for more private gatherings or to try something new. People like to take shopping trips together in the community van, and there's transportation for doctor's appointments or errands around town, which comes in handy for those who no longer drive.

    Fifth Avenue has set up its services and amenities with seniors in mind-there's a dining room that serves dinner every day, laundry facilities on site, regular housekeeping and linen services, controlled building access for security, on-site management, and easy online rent payment if that suits you better. Community spaces include landscaped courtyards built for walkers and wheelchairs alike, a club house, library, lounge, party room, game room, and even a community art gallery that hosts displays by local artists. Residents at Fifth Avenue can keep pets, with policies for small dogs and cats in place, and pet therapy programs available.

    With a total of 71 apartments and a minimum age of 55, Fifth Avenue is designed for people who want to downsize and live a simpler, maintenance-free life, while still enjoying community, comfort, and plenty of ways to stay active or make new friends. The setting right near the Olympic Peninsula means you're surrounded by natural beauty, whether you're relaxing in your apartment, sitting out on a patio, or joining neighbors in one of the shared spaces or special events. People can come take a tour to see what's on offer, look through photos or even watch a video walk-through before making any decisions, and the community calendar helps everyone keep track of what's happening week to week.

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    Fifth Avenue Senior Independent Living offers independent living and assisted living.

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    The full address for this community is 500 W Hendrickson Rd, Sequim, WA 98382.

    No, Fifth Avenue Senior Independent Living does not offer respite care. Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.

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