Avamere Transitional Care of Puget Sound in Tacoma delivers nursing-home care with an emphasis on post-acute and long-term medical support. The facility provides 24-hour skilled nursing, medication administration, IV therapy, wound management, pain control, and tracheostomy or respiratory care. Licensed nurses monitor vitals and coordinate with attending physicians, while certified nursing assistants help residents with mobility, bathing, grooming, and other daily tasks. The goal is to stabilize medical conditions, prevent complications, and promote functional recovery.
Beyond bedside nursing, the center maintains an interdisciplinary rehabilitation program that includes physical, occupational, and speech therapy offered up to seven days a week as ordered. Respiratory therapy, pharmacy oversight, social services, and detailed discharge planning are integrated into each resident’s care plan. Physicians and nurse practitioners make regular rounds, supported by electronic health records that link to local hospitals for timely information exchange. A registered dietitian supervises therapeutic diets such as diabetic, cardiac, renal, and texture-modified options. On-site or contracted laboratory and imaging services reduce the need for outside appointments, helping keep care under one roof.
Accommodations consist of a mix of private and semi-private rooms equipped with hospital-grade adjustable beds, accessible bathrooms, emergency call systems, and built-in storage; selected rooms add in-room showers, cable TV, Wi-Fi, and individual climate controls. Routine housekeeping and linen service are provided, and maintenance staff address repairs promptly. Common areas include therapy gyms, lounge spaces, and a salon for basic hair care. Not all accommodations have all the features, so it is advisable to confirm specific room details during a visit.
Residents receive three daily meals prepared by the culinary team and served in a central dining room, with snacks and beverages available between meals. Menus are created by the facility’s dietitian to align with medical orders and personal preferences, covering everything from regular entrées to pureed or mechanically soft selections. Staff can deliver meals to residents who need bedside service, and intake is monitored to flag nutritional risks. Families may schedule guest meals with notice, and seasonal or holiday menus provide additional variety.
