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Bremerton Trails Post Acute

2701 Clare Avenue, Bremerton, WA 98310 · Kitsap County

Bremerton Trails Post Acute offers compassionate, 24-hour skilled nursing care in a quiet, tree-lined residential setting.

1.0CMS overall rating(360) 377-3951 Visit website ↗

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Availability outlookModerate availability

Typically 83% full — openings are usually available.

Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

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Bremerton Trails Post Acute is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Bremerton, WA, with 125 certified beds and an average of about 104 residents per day. It operates as part of the Kalesta Healthcare Group network.

Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.83 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.53 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 61.1%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 38 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $174,068 in the recent record. This facility is in the CMS Special Focus Facility program, which targets homes with a history of serious quality problems.

Strengths

✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
•Below-average health-inspection rating
•Below-average nurse staffing (3.83 hrs/resident/day)
•38 deficiencies at last survey
•$174,068 in federal fines
•In the CMS Special Focus Facility program

Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Bremerton options — our advisors can help you compare.

At a glance

Certified beds: 125
Avg. residents/day: 104
Ownership: For profit - Limited Liability company
Part of a chain: Kalesta Healthcare Group
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 505123

Federal quality ratings

From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.

Overall rating

Health inspections

Staffing

Quality measures

Pricing & cost

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Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$11,920–$15,030/mo (median $13,110)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Bremerton prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 3.83; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.53; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 61.1%; National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

⚠️ This community carries a serious CMS flag (Special Focus Facility). We recommend reviewing the full inspection report and raising it directly on any tour.

Health deficiencies (last survey): 38
Federal fines: 2 ($174,068)
Total penalties: 3
Last standard survey: 2025-11-18
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Both

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (103 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-04-15Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2026-03-31Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

2026-03-31Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

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.

2026-03-31Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

2026-03-31Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

2026-03-04Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

2026-03-04Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

2026-03-04Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies

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

Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.

Penalty history

Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.

Date	Type	Amount
2025-11-18	Fine	$108,160
2023-11-17	Fine	$65,908
2023-11-17	Payment denial	—

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Physical therapy
✓ Occupational therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Fitness center
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ 24-hour staff

Location

2701 Clare Avenue, Bremerton, WA

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Reviews & reputation

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3.3

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Common questions about Bremerton Trails Post Acute

How much does Bremerton Trails Post Acute cost?

Bremerton Trails Post Acute does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Bremerton, WA area typically runs $11,920–$15,030 per month (median $13,110, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Bremerton Trails Post Acute's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Bremerton Trails Post Acute 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Bremerton Trails Post Acute?

Staff provide about 3.83 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 61.1% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Bremerton Trails Post Acute?

Bremerton Trails Post Acute has 103 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-11-18). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Bremerton Trails Post Acute have availability?

Typically 83% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Bremerton Trails Post Acute offer?

Bremerton Trails Post Acute in Bremerton, WA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 125 beds.

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