Nursing Homes & Senior Care in Washington
Washington is home to 194 CMS-certified nursing homes registered in the Care Compare directory, each assigned an official Five-Star Quality rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The statewide average overall rating stands at 3.29 of 5 stars.
The Five-Star rating system serves as a relative quality measure, though it carries known limitations. The ratings reflected here represent the status as of May 2026 and should not be construed as recommendations or guarantees of care quality. These ratings constitute one factor among many that influence the selection of a nursing home. Location, the specific type of care required, in-person visits, and direct conversations with facility staff and clinicians all play important roles in evaluating options.
Each facility in the directory is listed with its overall rating alongside separate ratings for health inspections and staffing levels, allowing for a comprehensive view of performance across these key dimensions. Individuals should verify each facility's current rating on its live Medicare Care Compare profile before making decisions based on this information.
How to read this. The star ratings here are official CMS Five-Star Quality figures, shown as the rating as of May2026 — a relative quality measure with documented limits, not a recommendation, guarantee, or medical/financial/legal advice. Always confirm the current rating and details on the facility’s live Medicare Care Compare profile, and involve the resident and their clinicians in any decision.
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Informational only — not medical, financial, or legal advice. Senior Care by State reports official CMS Five-Star Quality data, which is a relative measure with documented limitations — not a recommendation or a guarantee that any facility is right for you. Choosing care is a personal medical and financial decision: confirm the current details with the facility directly, talk with the resident’s physician and care team, and verify ratings and coverage on Medicare.gov or with your state’s long-term-care or health agency before relying on anything here. For medical, financial, or legal questions, consult a qualified professional.