Josephine Caring Community

Josephine Caring Community sits in a quiet spot in Stanwood, Washington and has served people since 1908, offering a wide range of care from assisted living, skilled nursing, memory care, and transitional rehab called Saratoga Transitional Rehab with 31 beds, while The Meadows long-term care has 129 beds, and there's a strong sense of belonging woven through the organization because of their history with all ages, since it's a place where adults can get help with daily tasks and medical needs and children can grow in early education programs, with Montessori classes for ages 3 to 6 and other specialized programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and even before- and after-school care up to age 12, including transportation to local schools, and they accept subsidies and offer ECEAP for income-qualifying families. There are both private studios and one- and two-bedroom assisted living apartments, and pets are welcome in the community. The staff, many with over ten years of service, bring WA State STARS training, First Aid, CPR, and childhood education credits, and they work closely with residents and families, committing to personal needs, safety, nutrition, and independence, while the Director of Nursing is a Registered Nurse. Rehabilitation is a big focus here, and therapy is offered for speech and swallowing (using VitalStim®), occupational skills for daily life like dressing and eating, physical mobility, and memory or neurological support after strokes or similar conditions, with options like training for walkers and wheelchairs, strength-building with the exercise room, and adaptable equipment for personal care. Residents get individualized, physician-directed care plans, and the team works with local doctors and families so recovery and renewal stay on track. Spiritual care is available too, with chaplains and a community approach that brings peace and comfort, and there's a dedicated Spiritual Care Page for folks who want to learn more. The country setting feels calm, and there are activities and enrichment programs to help all ages feel connected and engaged, while intergenerational activities bring older adults and children together. The community's mission values service, support, and a resident-centered focus, with skilled nursing, short-term rehab, and home health care all available on the same campus, and as a non-profit, Josephine Caring Community continues to emphasize dignity, kindness, and community for every resident, family, and child.