Puyallup Nursing Homes

Nestled at the base of Mount Rainier, the city of Puyallup is just eight short miles east of Tacoma and only 35 miles south of Seattle. Having been settled by Oregon Trail pioneers as a farming community, the city has developed into an economic hub with over 36,000 residents.

Seniors living in a Puyallup nursing home are afforded the scenic beauty of Puyallup’s signature daffodils and mountain views as well as the care and amenities provided by urban living.

When selecting the right long-term care service for your family member or loved one, it is important to understand the difference between the types of care. A nursing home is a residential, skilled nursing facility, similar to a hospital, which provides intensive medical care for seniors dealing with severe health issues.

A nursing home is different from an assisted living facility which provides assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing or housekeeping, but does not provide comprehensive medical services to residents. Read more about assisted living on our Puyallup assisted living page.

Puyallup Medical Facilities

In addition to the quality medical care received at their respective nursing homes, Puyallup nursing home seniors are able to receive additional health services from Good Samaritan Hospital.

Located in Puyallup, Good Samaritan has been serving the East Pierce County community since 1952. The hospital is currently constructing a new Patient Care Tower that will hold medical offices, private patient rooms, cutting-edge surgical suites and a new emergency department.

Just a short ride away in Tacoma, St. Joseph’s Hospital also provides quality medical care to Puyallup nursing home residents. St. Joseph’s is home to a Level II emergency trauma center, a joint replacement “camp,” and one of the largest kidney care programs on the West Coast. It has also been awarded the Consumer Choice Award by Tacoma residents for the past nine years.

Puyallup Parks & Recreation

In addition to the stunning views of Mount Rainier and the Puyallup River which runs along the north end of the city, Puyallup nursing home residents have access to several lovely parks.

During the summer months, residents enjoy a variety of musical performances from the Concerts in the Park series at the Pioneer Park Pavilion in Pioneer Park. The Pavilion seats between 400 and 550 guests and is ADA accessible. The Concert series features live performances showcasing a wide range of genres from Disco to Rock to Jazz and Classical.

A Puyallup nursing home can provide a tranquil, compassionate setting for your family member or loved one to receive skilled nursing care. You can browse a directory of nursing homes on our Puyallup Nursing Homes page or assisted living on our Puyallup Assisted Living page.

Written by senior housing writer Jacqui Howell.