Ponderosa Assisted Living Communityuhshdh

    3300 Englewood Ave, Yakima, WA 98902
    • Independent Living
    • Assisted Living
    • Skilled Nursing

    Genuinely caring staff, restaurant-style dining

    I moved in for my husband's care and am very pleased - the staff are genuinely caring and made the quick move-in easy and comforting. The facility feels like home, is beautiful, the dining is restaurant-style with lots of choices and meal adjustments, and the activities (live music, crafts, outings) keep residents engaged.

    Current/former resident
    Jul 2026

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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

    • 12-16 hour nursing
    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

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

    Room

    • Air-conditioning
    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Kitchenettes
    • Private bathrooms
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation
    • Transportation arrangement
    • Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Computer center
    • Dining room
    • Fitness room
    • Gaming room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor space
    • Small library
    • Wellness center

    Community services

    • Concierge services
    • Fitness programs
    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Planned day trips
    • Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    Reviews

    4.00·(21)

    Overall rating

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

      3.5
    • Staff

      3.9
    • Meals

      4.8
    • Amenities

      4.0
    • Value

      1.5

    Pros

    • Compassionate and responsive caregiving staff
    • Prompt emergency response and hospital notification
    • High-quality, varied dining options
    • Restaurant-style menus with regular rotation
    • Kitchen accommodates individual dietary preferences
    • Engaging social and recreational programming
    • Regular live music and scheduled outings
    • Home-like atmosphere in common areas
    • Supportive move-in and transition assistance
    • On-site personal-care services and activity variety

    Cons

    • Management instability and leadership turnover
    • Inconsistent family communication and engagement processes
    • Variable cleanliness and maintenance across private units
    • Inconsistent care quality and responsiveness tied to staffing changes
    • Gaps in end-of-life support and family notification practices
    • Privacy and confidentiality failures; allegations of legal violations
    • Lack of billing transparency and unexpected price increases
    • Aging facility infrastructure with room-specific upkeep variability
    • Variable staff professionalism and resident-safety practices

    Summary of reviews

    Overall impression: Reviews present a mixed picture. Many families and residents praise the daily lived experience—particularly caregiving interactions, dining, and activities—while a subset raise serious concerns about communication, management stability, and unit-level maintenance. Prospective residents should weigh consistently strong comments about programing and food against operational issues that appear to have affected service continuity for some households.

    Care and staff: A strong theme across positive comments is the presence of caring, responsive staff who support transitions and respond promptly in emergencies. Reviewers describe helpful, pleasant caregivers and specific examples of supportive assistance during move-in and routine care. At the same time, other reviews describe declines in service quality coincident with leadership or administrative changes; this suggests variability in care consistency tied to staffing or management turnover. There are also isolated but serious concerns about staff conduct and resident-safety practices that warrant direct inquiry during a tour.

    Dining and activities: Dining is a widely cited strength. Reviewers highlight varied, restaurant-style menus with regular rotation, a wide selection of choices, and kitchen staff willing to accommodate personal preferences and picky eaters. Several comments specifically praise the food quality, new culinary leadership, and an attentive dining service. Activity programming is similarly well-regarded: reviewers note frequent live music, organized outings, crafts, gaming options, worship services, and salon-type offerings (manicures, jewelry making, knitting) that contribute to a lively community environment.

    Facilities and maintenance: Comments about the physical plant are mixed. Common areas are described as home-like and well-kept, but the facility is characterized as older in design, and some families report variable maintenance and sanitation concerns within private apartments. These differences indicate that upkeep may be uneven between public spaces and individual units. Accessibility and overall upkeep receive positive mention in many reviews, but prospective residents should confirm the condition of specific living spaces.

    Management, communication, and governance: A recurring operational concern is instability in leadership and inconsistent family communication. Several reviewers describe diminished support and poor communication around significant events, including end-of-life moments; these accounts point to gaps in family engagement processes and in the facility's protocols for critical communications. There are also statements referencing privacy breaches and alleged legal violations; such claims are serious and should prompt direct questions about privacy policies, incident reporting, and any regulatory or legal actions when evaluating the community. Additionally, some families reported unexpected pricing increases or unclear billing practices, indicating a need for clearer financial transparency.

    Notable patterns and recommendations: The strongest positive signals relate to dining, programming, and many frontline staff who provide compassionate care. The most concerning and actionable patterns relate to management turnover, inconsistent communication with families, unit-level maintenance variability, and at least one category of allegations around privacy and legal compliance. When considering this community, families should ask about current leadership tenure, staffing ratios and turnover, documented protocols for family notification (especially for emergent and end-of-life situations), unit maintenance standards, recent quality or regulatory reviews, billing policies, and how the facility addresses and documents complaints. A facility tour that includes sample meals, an activities calendar, and the opportunity to review written policies will help clarify whether the positive elements or the operational risks predominate for a particular prospective resident.

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    Location

    Map showing location of Ponderosa Assisted Living Communityuhshdh

    Ponderosa Assisted Living Communityuhshdh is located at 3300 Englewood Ave, Yakima, WA, 98902.

    About Ponderosa Assisted Living Communityuhshdh

    Ponderosa Retirement Center is a welcoming assisted living and retirement community designed to help residents lead active, independent, and fulfilling lives. The Center is committed to fostering a friendly, home-like atmosphere, where residents benefit from a vibrant social environment and a dedicated, caring staff available around the clock. Residents experience a strong sense of community as they gather in common areas such as the inviting dining room for meals and the living room area for socializing and activities throughout the year. Ponderosa Retirement Center takes pride in its active lifestyle philosophy, encouraging participation in a variety of engaging programs that include exercise classes, knitting groups, jewelry making, manicures, and group outings. Before the pandemic, the community offered enriching experiences like musical entertainment, church services, and bus trips for shopping excursions and sightseeing, all of which contributed to a dynamic and stimulating environment.

    The apartments at Ponderosa Retirement Center are thoughtfully appointed to offer both comfort and convenience, with features that make everyday living easier and more enjoyable. Many apartments include appreciated amenities like carports for vehicle protection and scenic views from the residents' own rooms. Residents can also enjoy the convenience of an onsite beauty shop, eliminating the need for outside appointments, and relieving the burdens of housekeeping, meal preparation, and home maintenance. Any repairs or issues are promptly addressed by a responsive maintenance team, further supporting a worry-free lifestyle.

    Meal service at Ponderosa Retirement Center is a highlight, with a diverse and ever-changing menu tailored to personal preferences and dietary needs. The kitchen staff puts care into every dish, offering daily specials for lunch and dinner and ensuring that familiar favorites are always available alongside seasonal additions. This commitment to quality extends to the dining experience itself, where residents can enjoy their meals together, fostering a warm and sociable atmosphere.

    The move-in process at Ponderosa Retirement Center is designed to be seamless and supportive, with staff members guiding new residents and their families every step of the way. Individualized care plans involve regular communication with residents, their families, healthcare providers, and pharmacists to ensure consistent and high-quality support. Residents can feel secure knowing that nurses and medication technicians are available at all hours, providing peace of mind for both residents and their loved ones.

    Throughout every aspect of life at Ponderosa Retirement Center, there is a strong sense of warmth, support, and community connection. Residents are encouraged to pursue their interests, build meaningful friendships, and enjoy a lifestyle enriched with choices. The monthly activities calendar brims with fun events and opportunities for involvement, ensuring that there is always something to look forward to, whether that means joining a group craft session, participating in exercise classes, or simply relaxing outdoors in the summer or in cozy communal spaces during cooler months. Pets are welcome, allowing residents to maintain the companionship of their beloved animals. With its attentive staff, engaging programs, comfortable accommodations, and focus on individual well-being, Ponderosa Retirement Center stands out as a place where active, contented living thrives.

    People often ask...

    Ponderosa Assisted Living Communityuhshdh offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $5,698 per month.

    Ponderosa Assisted Living Communityuhshdh offers independent living, assisted living, continuing care retirement community, and skilled nursing.

    There are 30 photos of Ponderosa Assisted Living Communityuhshdh on Mirador.

    Yes, Ponderosa Assisted Living Communityuhshdh allows residents to age in place and adjust their level of care as needed.

    The full address for this community is 3300 Englewood Ave, Yakima, WA 98902.

    No, Ponderosa Assisted Living Communityuhshdh 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 number804
    StatusOp
    Facility typeAssisted Living Facility
    Capacity85 residents
    ExpiresFebruary 28th, 2027
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    Inspection Reports

    10

    Reports

    30

    Citations

    0

    Complaints

    3

    Years

    19 Mar 2026Life Safety
    Disapproved due to multiple fire-safety violations found during inspections, including candles near combustibles, improper use of cords and taps, unsecured gas cylinders, damaged penetrations, obstructed exits, and missing maintenance records.
    • IFC 308.1.5 2021Location Near Combustibles
    • IFC 603.5, 2021Relocatable power taps and current taps
    • IFC 603.6, 2021Extension Cords
    • IFC 604.10 2018Portable, Electric Space Heaters
    • IFC 904.13.5.2 2021Repair of penetrations
    • Extinguishing System Service
    • IFC 1005.1, 2021Width and Capacity
    • IFC 1203.4 2021Maintenance
    • IFC 5303.5.3 2021Securing Compressed Gas Containers, Cylinders and Tanks
    01 Dec 2025Investigation
    Found medication administration deficiencies: residents did not receive prescribed medications and staff signed for medications not given.
    • WAC 388-78A-2210Medication administration and documentation
    09 Jul 2025Life Safety
    Identified deficiencies related to failure to document annual fire alarm maintenance and related maintenance reporting, with inconsistent service dates noted.
    • IFC 907.8 2021Inspection, Testing and Maintenance
    01 Jul 2025Investigation
    Investigated and found violations of licensing rules, including failures related to fire safety system maintenance and building compliance.
    • WAC 388-78A-2040Other requirements
    02 Apr 2025Life Safety
    Identified multiple fire-safety violations and missing documentation during a licensing visit, with some items already corrected.
    • IFC 907.8 2021Inspection, Testing and Maintenance
    • IFC 5303.5.1 2021Security of Areas
    01 Apr 2025Investigation
    Investigated a complaint alleging overcharging beyond the daily rate and inaccuracies in the assessment; found that the named resident was billed beyond the daily rate for cares, while the assessment appeared accurate.
    • WAC 388-78A-2660(1)Billing beyond daily rate for cares
    01 Mar 2025Investigation
    Investigated a resident's black eye and hand injury; staff did not report the incident or investigate as required.
    • WAC 388-78A-2630Reporting abuse and neglect
    01 Mar 2025Inspection
    Found multiple deficiencies related to care planning, family medication plans, nursing oversight, investigations, background checks, TB testing, and required trainings.
    • WAC 388-78A-2130Service agreement planning
    • WAC 388-78A-2290Family assistance with medications and treatments
    • WAC 388-78A-2320Intermittent nursing services systems
    • WAC 388-78A-2371Investigations
    • WAC 388-78A-2466Background checks - Washington state name and date of birth
    • WAC 388-78A-2468Background checks - Conditional hire
    • WAC 388-78A-24701Background checks - Nondisqualifying information
    • WAC 388-78A-2480Tuberculosis Testing Required
    • WAC 388-78A-2490Specialized training for developmental disabilities
    • WAC 388-78A-2500Specialized training for mental illness
    • WAC 388-78A-2510Specialized training for dementia
    30 Nov 2023Investigation
    Verified no deficiencies were found after follow-up; prior hazards on stairs were addressed.
    08 May 2023Investigation
    Investigated complaints about medication misadministration, neglect, and record-keeping; identified medication errors and gaps in nurse delegation.
    • WAC 388-78A-2120Medication administration
    • WAC 388-78A-2120 (1b), (2a)Medication administration
    • WAC 388-78A-2320 (2) (b)Nurse delegation for eye drops

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