Tacoma, Washington
Cascade Park Vista
242 St Helens Ave, Tacoma, WA 98402
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- Tacoma, WA
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About this community
Cascade Park Vista is at 242 St. Helens Ave in Tacoma, Washington, and offers independent living, assisted living and adult day health services. The building was formerly the Doric Motor Hotel, and it includes a second-floor cinema, a restaurant and an engagement room with a computer lab, bistro, billiards table and TV. The community is just off Commencement Bay, with access to the 27-acre Wright Park and nearby dining, shopping and health care.
Care & daily life
These care categories are listed for Cascade Park Vista. Confirm the specific services, staffing and suitability directly with the community.
Assisted Living
Housing with support for everyday activities; exact services require confirmation.
About this care categoryA closer look at the community
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Care & support
Nursing and caregiver services cover activities of daily living. Staff can manage diabetes, medications and vital signs and help with dressing, showering and mobility.
A home health provider can supply physical and occupational therapy, and outside providers such as dental, hearing, podiatry and primary care doctors visit the community.
Staff schedule doctor appointments and coordinate transportation for residents.
Rooms & living spaces
Floor plans include a 275 square foot studio and a 520 square foot one-bedroom, each with one bath.
Weekly housekeeping and weekly linen and laundry services are provided, and on-site laundry facilities are available at no cost.
Maintenance services are available six to seven days a week, with work orders placed at the front desk.
Dining & meals
Three meals a day plus healthy snacks follow a liberalized diet overseen by a dietitian, and some special diets and preferences can be accommodated.
Meal times are breakfast from 8:00 to 9:30am, lunch from 12:00 to 1:30pm and dinner from 4:30 to 6:30pm. The chef’s menu includes seasonal offerings.
Servers walk residents through the daily menu, which always has two main dishes along with alternates. The chef holds a monthly open forum to gather feedback on menus.
Activities & connection
Daily exercise classes, weekly bingo or Scrabble, Movie and Popcorn day and themed celebrations are among the regular activities.
Religious services, music, visits from animals and a monthly calendar of events are offered, along with shopping trips and Family Night.
Shared spaces & amenities
The Gene Autrey Cinema hosts movie nights, matinees and social events, and is next to the restaurant.
The restaurant hosts musicians, monthly family nights and chef-prepared meals, and the first-floor engagement room has a computer lab, bistro, billiards table and TV.
Accessibility
The community does not provide transportation itself, but staff can arrange rides on a resident’s behalf. ParaTransit is free if State-approved.
Location & getting around
The location is just off Commencement Bay, with Interstates 705 and 5 minutes away for trips to Seattle and the Puget Sound area.
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Before you decide
Use these questions when you contact Cascade Park Vista. They are conversation starters, not claims about what this community offers.
Rooms & accessibility
Which room or suite options are available? Can we see the bathroom, entrances and shared spaces to check whether they meet our accessibility needs?
Dining & everyday life
What meals and dietary options are offered? May we see a current activity schedule and ask how residents choose what to take part in?
Support as needs change
What support is included, who provides it and when? What happens if a resident needs more help than the community can provide?
Costs & moving in
Can we get an itemized quote, including fees and optional services? Is there a waiting list, and what assessments or agreements are needed before moving in?
