Rockwood South Hill sits on a 90-acre campus with forested streets, natural views, and homes tucked into a quiet neighborhood on Spokane's South Hill, and it's got a lot of room, including two apartment towers known as The Summit and The Ridge, with one- and two-bedroom homes featuring floor-to-ceiling windows-some with panoramic city views-plus Forest Estates duplexes and homes of different sizes and styles, and there's also a Sky Lounge with views of downtown, a big fire pit for gatherings, and outdoor patios and gardens where people like to sit during the warmer months. Rockwood South Hill opened over 60 years ago, and it's run as a not-for-profit Life Plan Community by Spokane United Methodist Homes as part of Rockwood Retirement Communities, which means it brings together independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, and dedicated memory support all in one place, and they have a long history with a mission that focuses on resident health and wellness, and they keep residents' independence and choice at the center of things.
There's a full activity program if anyone wants to join in, and they've got clubs, game nights, TED talk screenings, outings to the symphony and shopping trips, visits from volunteers, lectures, music programs, talent shows, and monthly celebrations, so there are always things to do together if folks want to. The campus also has things for hobbies-like an art studio and a woodworking shop-along with a computer center for learning or browsing the Internet, shuffleboard and billiard tables, a gym that offers group fitness classes, an indoor lap pool, a Jacuzzi, a wellness center for therapy, exercise, and health education, and a recreation center with a convenience store and a sidewalk café. There are multiple dining options, from a bistro area to private dining rooms-plus apartment homes come with kitchens, so residents can cook if they want, but meals are provided daily, with room service available, and their culinary team serves food from around the world and rotates recipes often.
Apartments and rooms come wired for cable and internet, and all residents have free high-speed WiFi. There's 24-hour security, maintenance, laundry, and housekeeping, and they've got free transportation with buses and vans to help people get around, and there's parking for both residents and guests. Visitors can stay overnight or join for meals, and the facility welcomes pets in some apartments. The healthcare services include skilled nursing, memory care for those with Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia, short- and long-term rehabilitation, geriatric psychology programs, and hospice care, all provided by in-house teams on-site, with medication administration, therapy services, incontinence care, and help for those needing assistance with daily activities like bathing, dressing, and getting around. The licensed and accredited staff-recognized by CARF International since 1994-work with residents' preferences and needs, aiming to provide person-centered care with a focus on meaningful daily routines and lifelong vitality, and they partner with Whitworth University to offer lifelong learning opportunities.
Apartments, homes, and private or semi-private rooms have appliances like refrigerators, washing machines, dryers, and some have garages. The all-inclusive pricing structure covers most services and amenities, including cable TV, weekly housekeeping, regular meal preparation, and daily activities. The whole community stays committed to comfort, safety, and a sense of purpose, and families and residents say the staff and volunteers get to know everyone well, which has led to a 4.1 out of 5 rating from online reviews.
