SHI's Home

    16529 8th Ave. NE, Shoreline, WA, 98155
    4.0 · 4 reviews
    • Memory care
    AnonymousCurrent/former resident
    4.0

    Bright, clean, homey, accessible, helpful

    I live here and like the bright, clean, homey feel - spacious private rooms with their own baths, grab bars, Hoyer lift and other accessible upgrades. The RN owner and very helpful staff (2 CNAs on duty 24/7) handle meds securely, do laundry, and required a nurse assessment before I moved in. The huge kitchen, large dining room and beautiful backyard are great, but activities are minimal, the deck is unkempt at times, and there can be a strong bleach smell. Private pay is $6,000/month with a Medicaid transition option.

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    4.00 · 4 reviews

    Overall rating

    1. 5
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    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      4.0
    • Staff

      4.3
    • Meals

      3.0
    • Amenities

      3.5
    • Value

      4.0

    Pros

    • Clean, bright and airy interior
    • Homey, inviting environment
    • Large, spacious private rooms with en-suite bathrooms
    • Accessible bathroom features (tub with grab bars, walk-in shower, bathroom handles)
    • Hoyer lift and transfer equipment available
    • Laundry included
    • Medication securely stored and administered as needed
    • Two CNAs on duty 24/7
    • RN owner with years of elderly care experience
    • Nurse assessment required prior to admission
    • Emphasis on resident independence
    • Friendly, helpful staff
    • Huge kitchen and large dining room
    • Backyard/outdoor seating and attractive yard area
    • Medicaid transition option
    • Private-pay option ($6,000/month)

    Cons

    • Minimal or limited activities and programming
    • Deck/outdoor area reported as unkept
    • Strong smell of bleach reported in the home
    • Private-pay cost may be high ($6,000/month)

    Summary review

    Overall sentiment from the reviews is positive with clear strengths in clinical oversight, staffing, cleanliness, accessibility, and a homelike physical environment, but there are consistent concerns about limited activities and some exterior/odor issues. Multiple reviewers emphasize that the home is neat, bright, and welcoming, with a roomy interior and private, spacious bedrooms that include their own bathrooms. Accessibility features—grab bars, walk-in shower, bathroom handles, and a Hoyer lift—are repeatedly noted, making the facility suitable for residents with mobility needs. Practical services such as included laundry and medication management (meds locked and administered as needed) were highlighted as reassuring features.

    Care quality and staffing come through as strong points. The presence of two CNAs on duty around the clock and an RN owner with extensive elderly care experience are cited repeatedly, and reviewers mention a nurse assessment before admission, suggesting a clinical screening process. Staff are described as friendly and extremely helpful, which supports the perception of attentive day-to-day care. The medication handling and on-site transfer equipment further reinforce that the home is prepared for residents with higher care needs.

    Facilities and ambiance are described in largely positive terms. The home is characterized as homey and inviting, with a huge kitchen and a large dining room that convey a communal, residential feel rather than an institutional one. The backyard and outdoor seating are called out as beautiful and appreciated by reviewers, although one comment specifically notes that a deck area is unkept—indicating some variability in outdoor maintenance. A few reviewers also reported a strong smell of bleach inside the home; while this can signal attempts at cleanliness and infection control, it was notable enough to be mentioned as a negative sensory impression.

    A clear and recurring shortcoming across reviews is the lack of activities and programming. Multiple summaries state that activities were minimal or lacking, which could affect quality of life for residents who value social engagement and structured daily programming. Dining itself is not frequently critiqued in the summaries provided (beyond mention of the large kitchen and dining room), but the scarcity of activities suggests limited organized social programming or enrichment offerings.

    On management and policy points, reviewers note the facility requires a nurse assessment before admission and offers both private-pay and a transition pathway to Medicaid. The cited private-pay rate of $6,000 per month appears as a factual item in the reviews; while not universally framed as a complaint, it is substantial and listed as a potential concern for cost-sensitive families. The presence of an RN owner and structured admission assessment suggest an administrative emphasis on clinical oversight and appropriate placement.

    In summary, these reviews paint a picture of a small, well-staffed, clinically competent, and comfortable home with strong accessibility features and a pleasant interior. The most consistent negatives relate to limited activity programming and some issues with outdoor upkeep and a bleach odor that some found off-putting. For prospective residents and families, this facility appears well-suited for those prioritizing nursing oversight, safety, cleanliness, and private, accessible accommodations. Those who place high value on robust activities or immaculate outdoor spaces should ask specific questions and request current activity calendars and a tour of outdoor areas before deciding. Additionally, confirm current pricing and any options for financial transitions if cost is a consideration.

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    About SHI's Home

    Shi's Home sits at 16529 8th Avenue Northeast in Shoreline, Washington, and has a quiet setting with gardens, flowers, and trees, so the place feels calm and peaceful, plus it's close to the freeways and hospitals. Shi's Home is a small Adult Family Home, licensed as #75000, and run by an owner who's an RN with over twenty years of geriatric nursing experience, which is something you don't find everywhere, and there's always staff around to help day and night. The house is a single-level rambler with no stairs, so those using wheelchairs don't have to worry about steps, and there are six bedrooms and four bathrooms, all of them set up to be wheelchair friendly, and two rooms even have private baths, which is nice for folks who like privacy.

    Residents get a choice of private or semi-private rooms, and housekeeping and laundry are handled for everyone, freeing up time so people can join activities or relax. Meals are home-cooked and served in a cozy dining room, with three a day, and if someone has a special diet-like low sodium or low sugar-they can get what they need, and if a resident wants room service or anytime dining, that's available too. Staff help with bathing, dressing, toilet use, and almost any other daily need, which can give people and their families peace of mind, and services go up to full assistance for those who need help transferring or have heavy care needs, plus there's standby help and mechanical lifts for those who need them. There's a nurse and a physical therapist doing regular check-ups, and visiting care from other health pros like podiatrists, dentists, occupational and speech therapists. Residents who need memory care for Alzheimer's or dementia get personalized plans, secure rooms with special alarm bracelets to prevent wandering, and activities designed to keep them engaged, and Shi's Home accepts people with developmental disabilities or mental health needs, and people who act out physically or are at risk for wandering.

    Pets are allowed, as long as it's a smaller dog, and the staff will help care for them. There's transportation for doctor visits and church, with resident parking, and the home's close to a bus line, which is helpful for family who want to visit during the hours of 9:00am to 8:00pm. People can join in activities like tai chi, yoga, gardening, and outings to parks or malls, and there's always social, educational, and recreational options on the schedule, plus holiday and birthday celebrations with family-style meals, and daily morning exercises on TV. Residents often participate in making grocery lists and picking out foods, tailored to their diet needs, and the grounds have walking paths, an enclosed courtyard, patio, raised garden beds, fireplaces, and even indoor spaces for activities or watching TV together. Wi-Fi and cable TV are free, there's an onsite beautician, and the whole space is set up so folks can age in place, even if their needs change over time, as they can move through light, medium, and heavy care levels without leaving the home. Hospice and respite care are available, and the staff are trained for behavioral care, diabetes care including insulin shots, incontinence help, and support for people with challenging needs.

    Rooms cost about $6,000 a month for a private one-bedroom and $5,000 for semi-private, and prices go up a bit for higher care levels, to around $6,500 for medium care and $7,500 for high care, but a full range of support and services is included, and families can pick what's right for them. The property is registered with DSHS, and there's a profile that providers can claim for official information or to provide updates. Shi's Home suits seniors looking for a small, close-knit group, help with daily tasks, memory care, and a home-like feel where staff and other residents can form strong, lasting bonds as they share meals, hobbies, and time together.

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