Inspection History Overview

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Detailed Inspection Reports

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August 18, 2025 Complaint Investigation

Fines and Penalties by Year

2021 4 penalties totaling $48,893

$1,300
Nov 22, 2021

Fine

$975
Nov 15, 2021

Fine

$650
Sep 6, 2021

Fine

$45,968
Jun 11, 2021

Fine

2019 1 penalties totaling $5,103

$5,103
Jan 25, 2019

Fine

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Health Violations by Year

2025 18 violations

Tag 0578 D Jan 13, 2025

Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.

✓ Corrected: Feb 27, 2025
Tag 0584 D Jan 13, 2025

Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

✓ Corrected: Feb 27, 2025
Tag 0623 E Jan 13, 2025

Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

✓ Corrected: Feb 27, 2025
Tag 0625 E Jan 13, 2025

Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.

✓ Corrected: Feb 27, 2025
Tag 0645 E Jan 13, 2025

PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

✓ Corrected: Feb 27, 2025
Tag 0657 E Jan 13, 2025

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

✓ Corrected: Feb 27, 2025
Tag 0684 E Jan 13, 2025

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

✓ Corrected: Feb 27, 2025
Tag 0686 D Jan 13, 2025

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

✓ Corrected: Feb 27, 2025
Tag 0692 D Jan 13, 2025

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

✓ Corrected: Feb 27, 2025
Tag 0695 D Jan 13, 2025

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

✓ Corrected: Feb 27, 2025
Tag 0697 D Jan 13, 2025

Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

✓ Corrected: Feb 27, 2025
Tag 0698 D Jan 13, 2025

Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

✓ Corrected: Feb 27, 2025
Tag 0757 D Jan 13, 2025

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

✓ Corrected: Feb 27, 2025
Tag 0761 E Jan 13, 2025

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.

✓ Corrected: Feb 27, 2025
Tag 0790 D Jan 13, 2025

Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.

✓ Corrected: Feb 27, 2025
Tag 0791 D Jan 13, 2025

Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.

✓ Corrected: Feb 27, 2025
Tag 0812 F Jan 13, 2025

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

✓ Corrected: Feb 27, 2025
Tag 0842 D Jan 13, 2025

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

✓ Corrected: Feb 27, 2025

2024 8 violations

Tag 0658 D May 30, 2024

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

✓ Corrected: Jun 21, 2024
Tag 0552 D Feb 8, 2024

Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.

✓ Corrected: Mar 14, 2024
Tag 0684 D Feb 8, 2024

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

✓ Corrected: Mar 14, 2024
Tag 0689 E Feb 8, 2024

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

✓ Corrected: Mar 14, 2024
Tag 0791 D Feb 8, 2024

Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.

✓ Corrected: Mar 14, 2024
Tag 0806 B Feb 8, 2024

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.

✓ Corrected: Mar 14, 2024
Tag 0808 E Feb 8, 2024

Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law.

✓ Corrected: Mar 14, 2024
Tag 0849 D Feb 8, 2024

Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.

✓ Corrected: Mar 14, 2024

2023 26 violations

Tag 0686 G Oct 26, 2023

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

✓ Corrected: Nov 21, 2023
Tag 0609 D Aug 30, 2023

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

✓ Corrected: Sep 30, 2023
Tag 0610 D Aug 30, 2023

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

✓ Corrected: Sep 30, 2023
Tag 0678 D Jun 21, 2023

Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.

✓ Corrected: Jul 12, 2023
Tag 0552 D Jan 11, 2023

Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.

✓ Corrected: Feb 14, 2023
Tag 0582 E Jan 11, 2023

Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

✓ Corrected: Feb 14, 2023
Tag 0585 D Jan 11, 2023

Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.

✓ Corrected: Feb 14, 2023
Tag 0623 E Jan 11, 2023

Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

✓ Corrected: Feb 14, 2023
Tag 0625 E Jan 11, 2023

Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.

✓ Corrected: Feb 14, 2023
Tag 0637 E Jan 11, 2023

Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition

✓ Corrected: Feb 14, 2023
Tag 0641 D Jan 11, 2023

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

✓ Corrected: Feb 14, 2023
Tag 0655 D Jan 11, 2023

Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

✓ Corrected: Feb 14, 2023
Tag 0656 D Jan 11, 2023

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

✓ Corrected: Feb 14, 2023
Tag 0657 D Jan 11, 2023

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

✓ Corrected: Feb 14, 2023
Tag 0658 D Jan 11, 2023

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

✓ Corrected: Feb 14, 2023
Tag 0677 E Jan 11, 2023

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

✓ Corrected: Feb 14, 2023
Tag 0684 D Jan 11, 2023

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

✓ Corrected: Feb 14, 2023
Tag 0692 D Jan 11, 2023

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

✓ Corrected: Feb 14, 2023
Tag 0727 E Jan 11, 2023

Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.

✓ Corrected: Feb 14, 2023
Tag 0732 C Jan 11, 2023

Post nurse staffing information every day.

✓ Corrected: Feb 14, 2023

2022 2 violations

Tag 0686 D Nov 21, 2022

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

✓ Corrected: Dec 16, 2022
Tag 0745 E Aug 11, 2022

Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.

✓ Corrected: Sep 9, 2022

2021 17 violations

Tag 0552 E Jun 11, 2021

Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.

✓ Corrected: Jul 23, 2021
Tag 0578 D Jun 11, 2021

Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.

✓ Corrected: Jul 23, 2021
Tag 0584 D Jun 11, 2021

Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

✓ Corrected: Jul 23, 2021
Tag 0610 D Jun 11, 2021

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

✓ Corrected: Jul 23, 2021
Tag 0655 D Jun 11, 2021

Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

✓ Corrected: Jul 23, 2021
Tag 0657 D Jun 11, 2021

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

✓ Corrected: Jul 23, 2021
Tag 0677 D Jun 11, 2021

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

✓ Corrected: Jul 23, 2021
Tag 0684 D Jun 11, 2021

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

✓ Corrected: Jul 23, 2021
Tag 0689 G Jun 11, 2021

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

✓ Corrected: Jul 23, 2021
Tag 0725 D Jun 11, 2021

Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.

✓ Corrected: Jul 23, 2021
Tag 0727 D Jun 11, 2021

Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.

✓ Corrected: Jul 23, 2021
Tag 0732 E Jun 11, 2021

Post nurse staffing information every day.

✓ Corrected: Jul 23, 2021
Tag 0757 D Jun 11, 2021

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

✓ Corrected: Jul 23, 2021
Tag 0758 D Jun 11, 2021

Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

✓ Corrected: Jul 23, 2021
Tag 0761 D Jun 11, 2021

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.

✓ Corrected: Jul 23, 2021
Tag 0812 E Jun 11, 2021

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

✓ Corrected: Jul 23, 2021
Tag 0880 D Jun 11, 2021

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

✓ Corrected: Jul 23, 2021

2020 1 violations

Tag 0727 F Feb 13, 2020

Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.

✓ Corrected: Mar 23, 2020

2019 7 violations

Tag 0561 D Feb 22, 2019

Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.

✓ Corrected: Mar 18, 2019
Tag 0677 D Feb 22, 2019

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

✓ Corrected: Mar 18, 2019
Tag 0686 D Feb 22, 2019

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

✓ Corrected: Mar 18, 2019
Tag 0757 D Feb 22, 2019

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

✓ Corrected: Mar 18, 2019
Tag 0761 E Feb 22, 2019

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.

✓ Corrected: Mar 18, 2019
Tag 0812 D Feb 22, 2019

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

✓ Corrected: Mar 18, 2019
Tag 0689 G Jan 25, 2019

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

✓ Corrected: Mar 1, 2019

2018 6 violations

Tag 0554 D Mar 20, 2018

Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

✓ Corrected: Apr 24, 2018
Tag 0645 D Mar 20, 2018

PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

✓ Corrected: Apr 24, 2018
Tag 0755 D Mar 20, 2018

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

✓ Corrected: Apr 24, 2018
Tag 0761 D Mar 20, 2018

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.

✓ Corrected: Apr 24, 2018
Tag 0805 D Mar 20, 2018

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.

✓ Corrected: Apr 24, 2018
Tag 0812 D Mar 20, 2018

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

✓ Corrected: Apr 24, 2018

2017 1 violations

Tag 0332 D Apr 12, 2017

Keep the rate of medication errors (wrong drug, wrong dose, wrong time) to less than 5%.

✓ Corrected: May 16, 2017
🏥 Facility Summary

COTTESMORE OF LIFE CARE is a 3-star nursing home in GIG HARBOR, WA with 108 beds.

Most recent inspection: Data not available. No current violations on record.

📞 2538515433
📍 2909 14TH AVENUE NORTHWEST, GIG HARBOR, WA
💵 Accepts Medicare and Medicaid
Data source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Facility information updated daily. Star ratings range from 1 (much below average) to 5 (much above average).

Frequently Asked Questions About COTTESMORE OF LIFE CARE

What violations has COTTESMORE OF LIFE CARE received?
COTTESMORE OF LIFE CARE has 0 health and safety violation(s) documented by CMS inspections. All violation data comes from official Medicare inspection reports and is updated regularly from government sources.
What is the quality rating of COTTESMORE OF LIFE CARE?
COTTESMORE OF LIFE CARE has a 3-star rating out of 5 from CMS. This is an average rating, meeting basic quality standards. The rating is based on health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures.
When was COTTESMORE OF LIFE CARE last inspected?
Inspection reports are documented by state survey agencies and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Reports typically lag 2-3 months behind the actual inspection date. Visit the facility's full profile page for detailed violation information and inspection history.
Is COTTESMORE OF LIFE CARE safe?
Safety at COTTESMORE OF LIFE CARE should be evaluated based on multiple factors: the facility's CMS rating, recent violation history, and personal visits. We recommend reviewing the complete inspection history, speaking with current residents and families, consulting healthcare professionals, and visiting in person before making placement decisions.
How do I contact COTTESMORE OF LIFE CARE?
Phone: 2538515433. Address: 2909 14TH AVENUE NORTHWEST, GIG HARBOR, WA. For visiting hours and admission information, call the facility directly.
What services does COTTESMORE OF LIFE CARE offer?
COTTESMORE OF LIFE CARE is a skilled nursing facility with 108 beds. The facility accepts Medicare and Medicaid. For specific services like rehabilitation, memory care, or short-term recovery, contact the facility directly.
What are better facilities near GIG HARBOR, WA?
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