Affinity at Mill Road sits up in Spokane, in the Fairwood neighborhood where there's a bit of green around and the Little Spokane River isn't far, and here, folks who are fifty-five and up can find a mix of independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and continuing care, so if someone needs more help as they go along, they don't have to move out and try to find something new. The place covers most needs, from people who want to stay active and social with fuss-free living and those who begin to need daily help, all the way up to folks living with Alzheimer's or other types of dementia who get specialized memory care from a trained staff trying their best to keep everyone safe and comfortable, with routines set up to lower confusion and prevent wandering. There's an on-site skilled nursing facility, so if higher medical care is ever necessary, there's help ready nearby instead of moving again.
Residents get access to all kinds of spaces for different interests, and there seems to be no lack of these rooms-there's an art studio and a craft studio for painting or tinkering, plus a workshop and woodshop if you want to build or fix or just busy your hands making something. People gather in places like Dilly Dally's pub for happy hour or regular activities, and there are firepits where you can sit with neighbors at night. There's a movie theater for films, an indoor saltwater pool with a hot tub that's heated year-round if someone likes swimming for exercise, a fitness center, game and card rooms, a billiards room, and even a dog park, so anyone with a pet or just wanting to watch the dogs run can do so. The community stays accessible since there are senior-friendly bathrooms along with wheelchair access, and nearly everything's on-site including a barbecue area, internet café, and plenty of open space indoors for gathering or private time, totaling over 30,000 square feet folks can use night or day. The place tries to be friendly for many lifestyles, including being pet-friendly, LGBTQ inclusive, and has rules ensuring housing and employment protections.
The environment leans toward keeping people social and active, with planned schedules for events, educational talks, and physical activities, and if someone wants, they can make or lead an activity of their own since it's set up for residents to do that. Meals are put together by staff cooks and meal planners to keep things healthy and easy, and all the prices are meant to be clear, including rent, utilities, cable, and Wi-Fi, as well as all the area's amenities in one set fee, making it simpler to keep track of costs. If people need help figuring out how to pay for care, there's guidance about insurance, veterans' benefits, or even tax breaks. Guest apartments let out-of-town family or friends come to stay. The buildings are classified as apartments, and while details like the exact type or layout of the units aren't clear, people seem to appreciate the hassle-free approach. There's security, upkeep, and all standard comforts managed by trained staff. The place is close to parks, stores, restaurants, and other things around north Spokane, and folks can choose from other rentals nearby if they want. Overall, Affinity at Mill Road tries to make it easier for older adults to stay social, live safely, and get more care only if and when they need it, able to stay put as needs change and keep a bit of routine, friendly company, and activities close at hand.
