South Hill Village is a senior living community located in Spokane, Washington, providing a range of care options including assisted living, independent living, and memory care. The community specializes in supporting older adults who require varying levels of assistance with daily living activities, offering both personalized care plans and structured support tailored to individual needs. For residents with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia, South Hill Village offers a secure memory care program designed specifically to accommodate memory loss, with features such as a secured environment, specialized staff training, and programs intended to support cognitive health and safety.
Care services at South Hill Village encompass assistance with activities of daily living such as full assistance with bathing, dressing, and toileting, as well as standby supervision for eating. The facility supports diabetes care, medication management, incontinence care, ambulatory care, and access to pharmacy services. Additional medical support includes on-site or visiting podiatry to address senior-specific foot health needs. Residents have regular access to a chapel for spiritual needs, a barber and beauty salon, fitness and wellness programs (including yoga and chair yoga), and both indoor and outdoor walking paths for exercise and recreation. Clubs and community groups offer opportunities for social engagement. The facility’s memory care neighborhood is designed to provide a therapeutic and structured environment, accommodating the unique challenges of memory loss. The primary language spoken is English.
South Hill Village provides complimentary transportation for residents, available for both medical appointments and non-medical purposes such as shopping or community outings. This service is intended to promote continued independence and facilitate access to healthcare and essential services outside the community.
Amenities at South Hill Village include housekeeping, dining services, organized recreational and fitness programs, and an emphasis on supporting residents’ social, spiritual, and cognitive well-being. Yoga and chair yoga classes are also available to encourage physical activity suited to varying mobility levels.
According to a range of reviews from residents and family members, the community is noted for its generally caring staff, organized activities, and clean environment. Nurses and certain management personnel receive particular praise for their trustworthy and supportive care. However, reviews also highlight areas for improvement, particularly concerning staffing shortages that at times result in longer response times and variability in timely delivery of medication and assistance with personal needs. Communication challenges, especially regarding health updates or incident notifications, are reported as a concern for some families. While memory care is appreciated by many, there are mixed opinions about the adequacy of space and differences in food quality compared to assisted living. Instances of delayed communication regarding changes in residents’ conditions and concerns about cost transparency are noted in several accounts. As such, prospective residents and families are encouraged to conduct thorough site visits, speak directly with current residents and staff, and remain vigilant to ensure consistent, high-quality care. As of June 2024, there have been no major recent changes or developments at South Hill Village.
Costs at this community start at $2,695 and range up to $7,300. The average price in the community is $4,998, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,312. The cost of assisted living 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.