Whipple Creek Senior Estate - Adult Family Home

    819 NE 155th Cir, Vancouver, WA, 98685
    4.2 · 5 reviews
    • Assisted living
    • Memory care
    AnonymousLoved one of resident
    5.0

    Small home; compassionate personalized care

    I placed my mom in this small (six-resident) home and couldn't be happier. Large, beautifully decorated rooms, warm/cozy and secure atmosphere, home-cooked/ fantastic food, and truly personalized, compassionate care from Crystal, the owners and staff give me real peace of mind. After a horrible experience at another facility (Bonaventure), this loving, attentive, clean place feels like family - I highly recommend it.

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    4.20 · 5 reviews

    Overall rating

    1. 5
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    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      4.2
    • Staff

      4.2
    • Meals

      4.3
    • Amenities

      4.3
    • Value

      1.0

    Pros

    • Exceptional, personalized care
    • Loving, family‑like atmosphere
    • Home‑cooked meals / fantastic food
    • Small, intimate resident community (6 residents)
    • Beautifully decorated facility (including holidays)
    • Warm, cozy, inviting and secure environment
    • Clean and well‑maintained property
    • Large / good‑size rooms
    • Attentive, knowledgeable and caring staff
    • Manager (Crystal) specifically praised
    • Staff who go above and beyond
    • Provides peace of mind for families / residents are happy
    • Highly recommended by multiple reviewers

    Cons

    • Abrasive or confrontational owner/administrator (named Aura in reviews)
    • At least one report of lack of compassionate care during a resident's last days
    • Isolated negative interactions with management left family members feeling attacked

    Summary review

    Overall sentiment across the review summaries for Whipple Creek Senior Estate - Adult Family Home is strongly positive, with multiple reviewers emphasizing high quality, personalized care in a small, home‑like setting. The most frequently cited strengths are the individualized attention residents receive, the warm, family‑like atmosphere, and the small size of the facility (six residents) which reviewers link to closer relationships and tailored care. Several reviewers explicitly state that family members have peace of mind and that residents (for example, "Mom") are happy living there.

    Staff and caregiving are repeatedly praised: reviewers call the staff amazing, attentive, knowledgeable, and caring. Multiple mentions note that the team goes "above and beyond," and one review singles out Crystal, the manager, as "fantastic." These comments suggest consistent, engaged caregiving and management for many families. Cleanliness, cozy common areas, and a welcoming atmosphere are also repeated themes: the property is described as beautiful, clean, secure, and decorated extravagantly and lovingly for holidays, which contributes to a homey, inviting environment.

    Dining and accommodations receive frequent positive comments. Home‑cooked meals and "fantastic" food are highlighted, reinforcing the sense of a family‑style environment rather than an institutional one. Rooms are described as large or a good size, and the property itself is repeatedly called beautiful and well maintained. The combination of large rooms, regular home‑style dining, and a small resident population appears to be a consistent draw for families looking for comfort and individualized service.

    Despite the strong majority of positive feedback, there are notable negative reports that should be considered. A minority of reviews describe problematic interactions with the owner (identified as Aura), using words like "abrasive" and saying family members "felt attacked." One review raises a serious concern about a lack of compassionate care during a resident's final days. These criticisms are not echoed by the majority, but they are significant because they relate to management demeanor and end‑of‑life care—areas that are particularly sensitive for families. The pattern suggests generally excellent day‑to‑day care but an isolated risk of negative management interactions or an inconsistency in compassionate care under certain circumstances.

    In summary, Whipple Creek Senior Estate is portrayed predominantly as a small, well‑kept, and warmly run adult family home where residents receive personalized attention, home‑cooked meals, and attentive staff support that many families find reassuring. The facility's strong points are its intimate size, atmosphere, food, cleanliness, and several staff members and managers who receive high praise. However, prospective families should be aware of at least one reported instance of abrasive behavior by the owner and a concerning report about care at the end of life; these outlier experiences suggest it is worthwhile to meet management, ask specific questions about end‑of‑life protocols, and observe owner/staff interactions during a visit to ensure a good fit for the resident's needs.

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    About Whipple Creek Senior Estate - Adult Family Home

    Whipple Creek Senior Estate - Adult Family Home sits on a quiet acre in Vancouver, Washington, serving Clark County in the 98685 zip code with six licensed beds. The home focuses on personal care and a family-like setting, giving residents help with daily living activities like bathing, dressing, and meals, while also encouraging independence. The staff provides round-the-clock support, medication help, memory care, and help with incontinence. Residents can choose from private or shared living spaces, including studios, one-bedroom suites, or shared apartments, all with wheelchair access, showers, and tubs. Meals cater to different needs with options like vegetarian, kosher, gluten-free, allergen-free, diabetic choices, healthy snacks all day, and there's a bistro and communal kitchen for a homelike experience. Amenities include high-speed internet, cable television, central air, a garden, a wellness center, theatre room, arts and crafts, large screen TVs, and a concierge service. The home offers transportation at a cost and has parking for residents, with easy access to public transportation. Nurses and other professionals help with care for people with higher medical needs or memory issues like dementia and Alzheimer's. Whipple Creek Senior Estate provides both long-term and short-term care, with services regulated by state authorities and licensed under Washington license #750136. Residents can join social activities, enjoy massage therapy, and use laundry and cleaning services. Family outreach and education are available, and visiting hours run from 9:00am to 8:00pm. This home tries to create a peaceful, nurturing place where seniors can feel safe, supported, and part of a close community.

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