About Cottesmore of Life Care
Cottesmore Of Life Care, located in GIG HARBOR, WA, is a for-profit organization that accepts Medicare and Medicaid.
Why Families Choose Cottesmore of Life Care
- High Quality Care: With a 4-star CMS rating, this facility demonstrates high standards.
- More Nursing Time: Staff spends 4.34 hours per resident daily (National Avg: 3.87).
Key Performance Indicators
- CMS Overall Rating 4 Stars
- Nursing Hours 4.34 hrs
- Safety Record Clean
Chain Affiliations & Network
This facility is part of the LIFE CARE CENTERS OF AMERICA network. This chain operates 194 facilities.
Chain Performance Overview
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Nursing Staff Analysis
Staffing levels are a critical indicator of quality care. We analyze the daily hours of care provided by Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs).
Mixed Staffing Levels
Cottesmore of Life Care provides less care hours than the state average and more than the national average.
Registered Nurses (RN)
Licensed Practical Nurses
Certified Assistants
CMS Quality Ratings
| Category | Rating | Stars |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 4 |
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| Health Inspection | 3 |
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| Quality Measures | 5 |
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| Staffing | 4 |
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Health Inspection History
| Inspection Cycle | Score | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Cycle 1 (Most Recent) | 56 | Feb 27, 2026 |
| Weighted Average | 78 | Combined Score |
Detailed Quality Measures
Rates are from CMS quality measures (claims-based and MDS-based) for the reporting period ending Jun 01, 2026. Some measures may be omitted when CMS does not report a numeric rate for this facility.
Medicare claims-based measures
Typically includes short-stay outcomes, hospitalizations, and ED use from Medicare claims.
| Measure | Rate |
|---|---|
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursi... (QM521) | 23.1% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency depar... (QM522) | 12.1% |
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days (QM551) | 0.9% |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resi... (QM552) | 1.3% |
MDS-based measures
Resident assessment data; often used for long-stay care quality.
| Measure | Rate |
|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activit... (QM401) | 5.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight (QM404) | 6.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in t... (QM406) | 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (QM407) | 0.4% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms (QM408) | 6.4% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained (QM409) | 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with ma... (QM410) | 7.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the p... (QM415) | 89.7% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the... (QM430) | 97.3% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic m... (QM434) | 2.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently wo... (QM451) | 9.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnoti... (QM452) | 12.7% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the s... (QM454) | 97.3% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately g... (QM472) | 97.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (QM479) | 3.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder... (QM480) | 23.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicati... (QM481) | 15.9% |
Complaints & Deficiencies
Complaint History by Year
This chart shows the number of complaints filed each year.
Summary:
- 2023: 4 complaints
- 2024: 1 complaint
- 2025: 1 complaint
- 2026: 1 complaint
- Total: 7 complaints on record
Recent Complaints (Since Jan 2023)
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Jan 28, 2026 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. |
| Sep 02, 2025 | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. |
| Jun 21, 2024 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. |
| Nov 21, 2023 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. |
| Sep 30, 2023 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. |
| Sep 30, 2023 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. |
| Jul 12, 2023 | Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident?s advance directives. |
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Owner & Operator Information
Business Entity
GIG HARBOR OPERATIONS, LLC
Ownership Structure
Management & Direction
- NANCY BUTNER MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY
- NANCY BUTNER OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- CINDY CROSS CORPORATE OFFICER
- DEVELOPERS INVESTMENT COMPANY INC OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- TODD FLETCHER ADP OF THE SNF
- TODD FLETCHER OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- GIG HARBOR OPERATIONS LLC OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- GIG HARBOR OPERATIONS LLC ADP OF THE SNF
- TERRY HENRY CORPORATE OFFICER
- LISA LAY CORPORATE OFFICER
- LIFE CARE CENTERS OF AMERICA INC. ADP OF THE SNF
- LIFE CARE CENTERS OF AMERICA INC. OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- RYAN LOCKWOOD ADP OF THE SNF
- RYAN LOCKWOOD MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY
- RYAN LOCKWOOD OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- AUBREY PRESTON OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- FORREST PRESTON ADP OF THE SNF
- FORREST PRESTON OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- MAGGIE SEKERAMAYI OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- MAGGIE SEKERAMAYI ADP OF THE SNF
- RICHARD SWANKER CORPORATE OFFICER
- JOAN THURMOND CORPORATE OFFICER
- CATHY VERLINDA OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- CATHY VERLINDA MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY
- JAMES ZIEGLER CORPORATE OFFICER
Associated Doctors
Local Comparison
| Facility | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Rainier Rehabilitation | N/A | 5 |
| Bainbridge Island Health and Rehab Center | N/A | 5 |
| Tacoma Nursing and Rehabilitation Center | N/A | 5 |
| The Oaks at Lakewood | N/A | 5 |
| Heron's Key | N/A | 5 |
| Queen Anne Healthcare | N/A | 5 |
| Life Care Center of South Hill | N/A | 5 |
| Puget Sound Care | N/A | 4 |
| Avamere Rehabilitation at Ridgemont | N/A | 4 |
| Briarwood at Timber Ridge | N/A | 5 |
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Ownership Details
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Noted Deficiencies
Detailed history of deficiencies with descriptions and correction dates.
Nursing Hours Analysis
Detailed breakdown of staffing hours per resident by role.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Skilled Nursing Care: 24/7 medical supervision and complex medical treatments
- Long-term Residential Care: Assistance with daily living activities for extended stays
- Short-term Rehabilitation: Recovery services after hospital stays or surgeries
- Memory Care: Specialized programs for residents with dementia and Alzheimer's disease
- Level of care needed (skilled nursing vs. long-term care)
- Room type (private vs. semi-private)
- Insurance coverage (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance)
- Length of stay and specific services required
For current rates and to discuss payment options, contact Cottesmore of Life Care directly at 2538515433. Their admissions team can help determine coverage and out-of-pocket expenses.
Environment & Cleanliness
- Overall cleanliness and odors
- Resident room conditions
- Common area maintenance
- Safety features and accessibility
Staff & Care Quality
- Staff-to-resident ratios
- How staff interact with residents
- Response time to resident needs
- Staff knowledge and professionalism
Ask to speak with current residents and their families, tour at different times of day, and review the facility's most recent inspection reports.