Artesian Place Assisted Living sits on the west side of Olympia, Washington, right in the medical district near the Black Lake area, and you get a real sense of warmth when you walk inside, with friendly staff who always seem quick with a kind word or helpful gesture, and it has a fresh lobby and bright hallways where seating areas and little spots to chat or relax are easy to find, and what's nice is the three-story building has 60 apartments, most of them large studios but also some one-bedroom options, all with kitchenettes, refrigerators, microwaves, and bathrooms with roll-in showers, and there's even emergency call buttons in the apartments, restrooms, and common spaces for peace of mind. You'll find fireplaces in community rooms, a dining space with natural light, plenty of cozy places to watch TV or read, and shared amenities like a game room, library, arts and crafts center, a piano, and a billiards lounge in the loft, and a garden patio that always looks inviting for a walk or a quiet morning. The kitchen serves three meals a day approved by a dietician, and there's always choices for folks who need low sugar or low sodium, with a professional chef making sure everyone gets a good meal and snacks always on hand, as well as guest meals for visiting family. There's housekeeping and laundry done weekly, and everything is kept tidy and welcoming, which feels good when you've got friends or grandkids visiting.
The care team, including licensed nurses, helps with daily activities and can take care of bathing, dressing, and medications, offering support that still lets people keep their independence, and care or service plans get updated regularly to fit changing needs. Memory care is available too, with trained caregivers who specialize in understanding dementia and Alzheimer's, and who do a thoughtful job helping residents stay active and feel safe, so no one feels lost or afraid. The activity program does a good job bringing people together, with Bingo, music, trips to local spots for shopping, scenic drives, field trips, and a wide range of hobbies, crafts, and entertainment, plus there are spaces set aside for socializing, meetings, computers, reading, or enjoying the piano.
Artesian Place makes it easy to be part of the community with transportation provided for errands, shopping, or doctor appointments, and they even offer services on outings if someone needs extra help. There's guest parking, resident parking, and Wi-Fi, with apartments wired for phone and cable, and the building's safe with fire sprinklers, smoke detectors, and electronic security as well. People can participate in religious services, and the community welcomes pets, which matters to a lot of folks. There's a salon on-site with a licensed beautician for hair and grooming needs, along with staff who run daily wellness programs and games and who aim to keep everyone busy and connected.
Artesian Place has Medicaid beds, accepts Medicaid for payments, and supports Veterans Affairs (VA) Aid Assistance, so it's possible to work out different ways to pay for care, and they offer respite stays and hospice services, so people can get short-term support or end-of-life care if needed. There are both all-inclusive rent options and rent-and-care plans, and the staff make sure everyone feels supported in whatever way fits best, with personal attention and a real effort to exceed expectations. The whole place is managed by Caring Places Management, and the management team remains accessible, attentive, and focused on creating a safe, welcoming home that lets residents hold onto their independence while getting whatever help they need, without making it feel like a hospital or a hotel but just a well-cared-for place to live, with lots of chances to enjoy each day.
