Mirabella Seattle is a continuing care retirement community (CCRC) situated in the South Lake Union neighborhood of Seattle, Washington. The facility offers a full spectrum of senior care services, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing, all designed to support residents as their needs change over time. Mirabella is home to approximately 20 current residents and has been certified by Medicare since April 28, 2009, participating in Medicare programs to help cover residents’ care. The community provides resident and family counseling, and offers services and activities in both Spanish and Mandarin, accommodating a diverse resident population. Mirabella places an emphasis on wellness and provides access to registered nurses, optometrists, and massage therapists as part of their care approach.

The medical and personal care support at Mirabella includes diabetes care, medication management, incontinence care, and comprehensive memory care for residents experiencing cognitive decline. Memory care at Mirabella is delivered within a secured environment specifically designed to accommodate memory loss, with features such as secure access, indoor and outdoor walking paths, and spaces tailored to support residents’ safety and orientation. Amenities such as a barber/beauty salon, upscale dining facilities, fitness areas, and pools are available to residents, along with clubs and community engagement opportunities. Ambulatory care services are provided, supporting residents’ mobility and physical health needs. Rehabilitation and recovery support, including short-term stays, have received positive feedback from residents and families, especially regarding staff support during challenging periods such as the pandemic.

Mirabella Seattle also offers transportation services for both medical and non-medical purposes. Complimentary transportation is available for medical appointments and necessary errands, and transportation at cost can be arranged for other resident needs, ensuring access to healthcare providers or personal outings as required.

Resident and family reviews indicate that Mirabella excels in providing a vibrant independent living environment, with particular praise for the competence and friendliness of the staff, the sense of community, the range of activities, and the quality of amenities and meals. However, feedback for skilled nursing and assisted living services is mixed, with some concerns about wait times, communication, responsiveness, staffing levels, and cost increases in relation to service quality. Management’s responsiveness and administrative efficiency, particularly in billing and insurance matters, have also drawn some criticism. Prospective residents or families are encouraged to closely evaluate the specific care areas relevant to their needs, particularly nursing and memory care services. Despite these challenges, Mirabella has earned recognition for its skilled nursing care, including listing in U.S. News & World Report’s Best Nursing Homes ranking in 2023. The community aims to offer comprehensive services and amenities in support of residents’ well-being, with particular strengths in independent living and wellness-focused programs.

Costs at this community start at $2,495 and range up to $7,592. The average price in the community is $5,044, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,512. The cost of continuing care retirement communities in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.