1601 E Yesler Way, Seattle, WA 98122 T: 206.323.7100 | F: 206.325.1502
7.16.2019 Dear Residents & Family members of Keiro Rehab and Care Center (KRCC), You are receiving this letter because you or someone you are responsible for is a resident at Keiro NW
Rehab and Care Center. This letter is to advise you that the Board of Directors has made the difficult decision to discontinue operations due to the continued financial pressures of operating as a skilled
nursing facility. This letter serves as an official 60 day notice. Written notice of impending closure has also been sent to the Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS), Center of Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and WA LTC Ombudsman Program.
The facility closure plan has been reviewed and approved by DSHS. Be assured that all residents will be given ample support and time to make decisions about relocation to a new residence. Residents will be transferred to the most appropriate facility or other setting in terms of quality, services, and location, taking into consideration the needs, choice, and best interests of each resident. Residents have the right to choose where they would like to be transferred. No new residents will be admitted to the facility effective the first day of the 60 day notice, and CMS has been notified of KRCC’s intent to voluntary terminate Medicare and Medicaid contracts. Detailed closure information and resources for residents have been provided during the May 2019
courtesy notice. Please feel free to contact me directly with any additional questions or concerns.
Sincerely,
Esther Densmore, Keiro Rehab & Care Center Administrator
Direct: 206.636.5513 | Office: 206.323.7100 | Fax: 206.588.4098 edensmore@keironw.org | keironorthwest.org
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60 Day Regulatory Requirement Under federal law, nursing homes are required to provide residents and legal representatives of residents a 60 day notice prior to impending closure. Resources available to assist with the closure and transition are Home & Community Service (HCS), Residential Care Services (RCS) and State LTC Ombudsman Office. Along with the Keiro NW staff, each agency will be working closely with residents and families to transition residents to appropriate long term care settings. For more information about each agency, please visit their website or contact them directly.
The Home and Community Services (HCS) Division promotes, plans, develops and provides longterm care services for persons with disabilities and the elderly who may need state funds (Medicaid) to help pay for them. DSHS Home & Community Services (HCS) 1737 Airport Way S, Suite. 130 Seattle, WA 98134 Phone: 206-341-7600 www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/home-and-community-services-information-professionals Residential Care Services (RCS) is responsible for the licensing and oversight of adult family homes, assisted living facilities, nursing facilities, intermediate care facilities for individuals with intellectual disabilities, and certified community residential services and supports. DSHS Residential Care Services (RCS) 20425 72nd Ave S, Suite 400 Kent, WA 98032-2388 Phone: (253) 234-6000 www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/residential-care-services/residential-care-services
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DSHS Developmental Disabilities Administration provides support and fostering partnerships, in addition to developing and implementing public policies that will promote individuals with developmental disabilities. They also engage individuals, families, local service providers, communities, governmental partners and other stakeholders to continually improve their system of supports, DSHS Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) 1009 College St., SE Lacey, WA 98503 Phone: (800) 735-6740 e-mail: DDAFeedback@dshs.wa.gov The Department of Social and Health Services’ (DSHS) Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) transforms lives by supporting sustainable recovery, independence and wellness. They do this through funding and supporting effective prevention and intervention services for youth and families, and treatment and recovery support for youth and adults with addiction and mental health conditions (also known as behavioral health). See web link below for additional information and resources. DSHS Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) https://www.dshs.wa.gov/bha The Washington State Long-Term Care Ombudsman advocates for residents of nursing homes, adult family homes, and assisted living facilities. Their purpose is to protect and promote the Resident Rights guaranteed these residents under Federal and State law and regulations. State LTC Ombudsman Office 1200 S. 336th St. Federal Way, WA 98003 Phone: 1-800-562-6028 www.waombudsman.org
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