Heron's Key
Scout 100Gig Harbor, WA · 30 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)Moderate availability
One of Gig Harbor's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $12,540–$15,810/mo
View full evaluation →Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)CMS verified
Eliseo
1301 N Highlands Parkway, Tacoma, WA 98406 · Pierce County
Continued growth. Renewal of the spirit. eliseo is transforming in more ways than one. See what makes us the premier senior living community in Tacoma, WA.
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GoodHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.
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Availability outlookUsually has openings
Typically 66% full — availability is generally good.
Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Tacoma
Eliseo is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Tacoma, WA, with 187 certified beds and an average of about 124 residents per day. It is part of a continuing care retirement community, so residents can often move between levels of care on one campus.
Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.52 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.69 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 43.4%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 22 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.52 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •22 deficiencies at last survey
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Tacoma, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 187
- Avg. residents/day
- 124
- Ownership
- Non profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- Yes — multiple care levels
- CMS provider #
- 505435
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
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $12,540–$15,810/mo (median $13,790) | Local market estimate |
| Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan) | $3,330–$9,140/mo (median $7,240) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Tacoma prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 4.52
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.69
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 43.4%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 22
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2025-05-09
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (53 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-04-22Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.
2026-04-22Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Let each resident or the resident's legal representative access or purchase copies of all the resident's records.
2026-04-22Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2026-04-22Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
2026-01-28Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2025-06-26Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
2025-06-26Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Limit the charges against residents' personal funds for items or services for which payment is made under Medicare or Medicaid.
2025-05-09Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
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.
Services & amenities
- ✓ Continuing care community (multiple care levels on one campus)
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Restaurant-style dining
Location
1301 N Highlands Parkway, Tacoma, 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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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Eliseo
How much does Eliseo cost?
Eliseo does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Tacoma, WA area typically runs $12,540–$15,810 per month (median $13,790, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Eliseo's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Eliseo 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Eliseo?
Staff provide about 4.52 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 43.4% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Eliseo?
Eliseo has 53 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-05-09). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Eliseo have availability?
Typically 66% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Eliseo offer?
Eliseo in Tacoma, WA offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 187 beds.
The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you
Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.
- Move-ins take time: assessments, paperwork, and preparation typically run 2–6 weeks in Tacoma.
- The best communities fill first: top-rated communities often run a waitlist — touring early holds your place in line.
- Touring costs nothing and commits you to nothing — but it turns a future emergency into a calm, informed choice.
Your next steps — this week
- 1Confirm the fitCheck the inspection record and staffing data on this page against your loved one's needs.
- 2Get exact pricing & availabilityRequest current rates for Eliseo — takes one minute, answered same day.
- 3Tour 2–3 communitiesCompare this community against two alternatives. Ask about staff turnover, all-in monthly cost, and care-plan changes.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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