Cottesmore of Life Care
2909 14th Avenue Northwest, Gig Harbor, WA 98335 · (253) 851-5433
For profit - Limited Liability company · 108 certified beds
Cottesmore of Life Care has a 5-star overall rating from Medicare, out of 5. Its last standard inspection, in February 2026, found 7 citations (the Washington average is 15.8). It was fined 2 times in the last three years, $29,595 in all.
Medicare ratings
| Overall ratingStarts from the health inspection rating, then goes up or down a star for a 5-star or 1-star staffing or quality rating. | ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars · Much above average |
| Health inspectionsFrom the two most recent standard inspections and three years of complaint inspections, compared with other homes in the same state. | ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars · Above average |
| Quality measuresFrom 15 measures of how residents do, such as falls with major injury, pressure ulcers, hospital stays and getting home after a short stay. | ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars · Much above average |
| StaffingFrom payroll records of nurse hours per resident, adjusted for how much care residents need, and staff turnover. | ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars · Above average |
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Most recent health inspection
The standard health inspection on February 27, 2026 found 7 citations. What an inspection citation means
- Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.February 27, 2026 · F0692 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.February 27, 2026 · F0607 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.February 27, 2026 · F0641 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.February 27, 2026 · F0697 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.February 27, 2026 · F0761 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.February 27, 2026 · F0806 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.February 27, 2026 · F0577 · Level of harm: Potential for minimal harm · Residents affected: Many
Complaint inspections, last three years
Inspections after complaints found 4 citations.
- Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.January 9, 2026 · F0689 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.August 18, 2025 · F0760 · Level of harm: Actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.May 30, 2024 · F0658 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.October 26, 2023 · F0686 · Level of harm: Actual harm · Residents affected: Few
Fines and payment denials
- Fine of $11,362August 18, 2025
- Fine of $18,233October 26, 2023
Nurse staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, as the home reports them to Medicare through payroll records.
| Hours per resident per day | This home | Washington average | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staffing | 4.32 | 4.36 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurses (RN) | 1.14 | 0.94 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurses (LPN) | 0.78 | 0.77 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aides | 2.40 | 2.66 | 2.32 |
| Total nursing staff turnover | 44.3% | 45.1% | 45.8% |
About this home
| Ownership | For profit - Limited Liability company |
| Certified beds | 108 |
| Average residents per day | 102.5 |
| Inside a hospital | No |
| Continuing care retirement community | No |
Nursing homes nearby
- Heron's Key Gig Harbor · ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars
- Gig Harbor Health and Rehabilitation Gig Harbor · ★★★★★ 2 out of 5 stars
- Washington Soldiers Home Orting · ★★★★★ 3 out of 5 stars
- Rainier Rehabilitation Puyallup · ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars
- Life Care Center of South Hill Puyallup · ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars
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