Pricing ranges from
    $6,845 – 8,214/month

    Gibraltar Senior Living

    10816 18th Ave E, Tacoma, WA 98445
    • Assisted Living

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Medication management
    • Mental wellness program

    Healthcare staffing

    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Restaurant-style dining
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Kitchenettes
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Dining room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor space
    • Small library

    Community services

    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

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    Gibraltar Senior Living is located at 10816 18th Ave E, Tacoma, WA, 98445.

    About Gibraltar Senior Living

    Gibraltar Senior Living is a comprehensive senior care community located in south Tacoma, Washington. The facility is conveniently situated with easy access to major highways, which connects residents to many of the city's amenities, including shopping centers, diverse dining options, and a variety of healthcare services. With several hospitals located within a short distance, including St. Clare Hospital, residents and their families have peace of mind knowing that medical care is always close by.

    The community provides a broad spectrum of care options, supporting residents with varying needs including assisted living, memory care, independent living, home care, respite care for short-term stays, and nursing care. As a continuing care retirement community, Gibraltar Senior Living is designed to support seniors as their requirements change, allowing them to age in place with as much independence as possible, while still having access to increasing levels of support as needed. Nonmedical care is available around the clock, with dedicated staff members assisting with medication management and activities of daily living, ensuring that each resident receives personalized, attentive assistance.

    Accommodations at Gibraltar Senior Living are thoughtfully appointed to enhance comfort and promote independence. Each room is equipped with modern conveniences such as cable television, Wi-Fi, telephone service, and a kitchenette. Residents enjoy the freedom and flexibility to personalize their living spaces, making it truly feel like home. Housekeeping and linen services are also provided, so residents can focus on enjoying their time and pursuing their interests without the burden of daily chores.

    Dining at Gibraltar Senior Living takes the form of restaurant-style meals offered three times daily, providing residents with freshly-prepared, nutritious options and the opportunity to socialize with neighbors in an inviting setting. Beyond dining, the community is committed to promoting an active and engaged lifestyle. A variety of community-sponsored and resident-run activities and events are held regularly, including movie nights, book clubs, and shopping trips, ensuring that residents remain socially connected and intellectually stimulated. Common areas such as outdoor spaces, a well-stocked library, and an on-site beauty salon further enhance quality of life, offering places to relax, read, enjoy the outdoors, and maintain a personal sense of style.

    Gibraltar Senior Living’s care philosophy centers on supporting seniors with respect, dignity, and an understanding of their evolving needs. From wellness-focused programs to opportunities for recreation and connection, the community is dedicated to creating an environment where residents can thrive. The staff’s devotion to attentive care and the range of services offered make Gibraltar Senior Living a supportive, engaging, and reassuring choice for seniors and their loved ones.

    People often ask...

    Gibraltar Senior Living offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $6,845 per month.

    Gibraltar Senior Living offers assisted living.

    The full address for this community is 10816 18th Ave E, Tacoma, WA 98445.

    No, Gibraltar Senior 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.

    Safety & Compliance

    In Washington, the Department of Social & Health Services licenses assisted living and adult family homes, publishing inspection, investigation, and fire-safety reports.

    License number2681
    StatusOp
    Facility typeAssisted Living Facility
    Capacity46 residents
    ExpiresApril 30th, 2027
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    Inspection Reports

    14

    Reports

    66

    Citations

    0

    Complaints

    2

    Years

    01 Apr 2026Investigation
    Investigated and found multiple deficiencies including unsafe environment not approved by the Fire Marshal, failure to investigate falls, and failure to notify the payer and case manager about hospitalizations.
    • WAC 388-78A-2040Other requirements
    • WAC 388-78A-2371Investigations
    • WAC 388-78A-2640Reporting significant change in a resident's condition
    01 Dec 2025Investigation
    Investigated and found deficiencies for failing to report a fire incident and to investigate the circumstances of the event, potentially endangering residents.
    • WAC 388-78A-2650Reporting fires and incidents
    • WAC 388-78A-2371Investigations
    05 Nov 2025Life Safety
    Identified electrical hazards and missing documentation for sprinkler and fire alarm systems, resulting in disapproved status.
    • IFC 603.2 2021Abatement of Electrical Hazards
    • IFC 903.5 2021Sprinkler System Testing and Maintenance
    • IFC 907.8 2021Inspection, Testing and Maintenance
    01 Oct 2025Inspection
    Found multiple licensing violations, including missing resident assessments, incomplete resident records, and unsafe conditions affecting care and safety.
    • WAC 388-78A-2730Licensee's responsibilities
    • WAC 388-78A-2090Full assessment topics
    • WAC 388-78A-2710Disclosure of services
    • WAC 388-78A-2440Resident register
    • WAC 388-78A-2390Resident records
    • WAC 388-78A-2484Tuberculosis Two-step skin testing
    • WAC 388-78A-2600Policies and procedures
    • WAC 388-78A-2464-2Background checks (national fingerprint)
    • WAC 388-78A-2620Pets
    • WAC 388-78A-27013Safety of the built environment
    • WAC 388-78A-2930Communication system
    • WAC 388-78A-2305Food sanitation
    • WAC 388-78A-3060Storage space
    • WAC 388-78A-2950Water supply
    01 Jul 2025Investigation
    Identified medication administration failures and an inadequate investigation of a resident-to-resident altercation. Multiple residents did not receive prescribed medications.
    • WAC 388-78A-2210Medication services
    • WAC 388-78A-2371Investigations
    • WAC 388-78A-2230 and 388-78A-2250Medication administration and related rules
    01 Jul 2025Investigation
    Observed that temperatures were not properly controlled in resident spaces, with one area below 70°F and inadequate temperature control in living units.
    • WAC 388-78A-2990 Heating-cooling TemperatureHeating-cooling Temperature
    01 Feb 2025Investigation
    Identified multiple fire and life safety deficiencies, including overdue inspections, damaged or blocked fire doors, missing detectors, and inadequate emergency lighting testing.
    • Two semi-annual kitchen hood cleanings missing
    • Kitchen hood cleaning overdue
    • Annual fire wall inspection missing
    • Annual fire door inspection/testing/repair missing
    • Fire door penetration covered with duct tape
    • Signage for fire door keep-closed
    • Doors wedged open
    • Fire sprinkler documentation missing
    • Smoke detector sensitivity testing missing
    • Carbon monoxide alarms monthly inspections missing
    • Carbon monoxide detectors missing in kitchen
    • CO detectors required at all fuel-burning locations
    • 30-second monthly battery testing of emergency lighting/exits missing
    • Annual battery testing of emergency lighting/exits missing
    • 90-minute annual test of emergency lighting/exits required
    01 Feb 2025Enforcement Letters
    Cited a fire-safety violation and imposed a $600 civil fine.
    • WAC 388-78A-2040(1)Other requirements
    01 Feb 2025Informal Dispute Resolution Letters
    Identified a deficiency citation related to a regulatory requirement and scheduled an informal dispute resolution.
    • WAC 388-78A-2990WAC 388-78A-2990
    01 Feb 2025Informal Dispute Resolution Letters
    Maintained the original deficiency findings identified in the prior assessment. No changes were made.
    09 Jan 2025Life Safety
    Investigated complaints about electrical and heating issues; documented electrical hazards and improper use of space heaters in December 2024, with January 2025 follow-up noting no violations related to fire alarm activity or extension cords.
    • IFC 603.2 2021Electrical hazards / overloaded circuits
    • IFC 603.2 2021Heating system issues and electrical hazards
    • IFC 603.6 2021Extension cords; improper use and wiring substitution
    • IFC 603.9 2021Portable electric space heaters
    • IFC 1031.2 2021Means of egress obstructed
    12 Dec 2024Life Safety
    A re-inspection found several deficiencies related to fire drills, electrical equipment use, cleaning practices, signage, and smoke detector maintenance.
    • WAC 212-12-044Fire Drills
    • Application and Use
    • Cleaning
    • Signage
    • Smoke Detector Sensitivity
    23 Jul 2024Life Safety
    Identified multiple safety and life-safety deficiencies across electrical, fire protection, and maintenance documentation, indicating non-compliance with several code and standard requirements.
    • IFC 603.5.2 (2021)Application and Use
    • IFC 606.3.3 (2021)Cleaning
    • IFC 701.6 (2021)Owner's Responsibility
    • NFPA 80 (2021)Opening protectives in fire-resistance-rated assemblies
    • IFC 705.2.2 (2021)Signs
    • IFC 903.5 (2021)Fire sprinkler system documentation
    • IFC 904.12.6.2 (2021)Extinguishing systems service
    • IFC 907.8 (2021)Inspection, Testing and Maintenance
    • IFC 907.8.3 (2021)Smoke detector sensitivity testing
    • IFC 915.6 (2021) WACCarbon monoxide alarms
    • IFC 1032.10.1 (2021)Emergency lighting monthly tests
    • IFC 1031.10.2 (2021)Emergency lighting annual test
    • WAC 212-12-044Fire drills
    20 Feb 2024Investigation
    Verified compliance after a follow-up visit; no deficiencies were found.

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