High Acuity Adult Family Home in Edmonds, WA
Specialized care for complex medical needs in a warm, home-like environment. Our 6-bed adult family home provides 24-hour skilled nursing care for bariatric, dialysis, dementia, and other high-acuity patients.
Specialized Care for Complex Medical Needs
When your loved one requires more than standard assisted living can provide, Edmonds Villa offers the specialized high-acuity care they need in a comfortable, dignified home environment.
🏋️ Bariatric Care
Specialized equipment, safe transfers, and dignified care for patients with obesity. Our facility is designed to accommodate larger patients comfortably.
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On-site peritoneal dialysis (PD) and home hemodialysis (HHD) support with trained staff who understand the unique needs of dialysis patients.
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Expert J-tube and G-tube management with proper nutrition protocols. Our caregivers are trained in tube feeding administration and maintenance.
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Memory care with behavior management and 24-hour safety supervision. Our secured environment protects residents while maintaining their dignity.
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Specialized support for Parkinson's disease, ALS, MS, and traumatic brain injuries from caregivers trained in neurological conditions.
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Cardiovascular and pulmonary condition management including stroke recovery, COPD, and chronic heart conditions with vital signs monitoring.
Learn More →Why Families Choose Edmonds Villa
Our high-acuity adult family home combines medical expertise with the warmth and personal attention of a true home environment.
Medical Oversight
On-site RN/LPN supervision, medication administration, wound care, and continuous vital signs monitoring ensure your loved one receives proper medical attention around the clock.
ADL Assistance
Comprehensive help with bathing, dressing, grooming, eating, and incontinence management provided with dignity and respect by trained caregivers who know each resident personally.
24-Hour Supervision
Round-the-clock monitoring for fall prevention, behavior management, and emergency response. Our small 6-bed capacity means eyes are always on your loved one.
Customized Care Plans
Individualized care based on the Comprehensive Assessment Reporting Evaluation (CARE) tool, ensuring treatment matches your loved one's specific needs and preferences.
Understanding High-Acuity Care
When a loved one has complex medical needs, finding appropriate care becomes a significant challenge. Traditional assisted living facilities often lack the specialized equipment, trained staff, and medical oversight required to safely care for high-acuity patients. Meanwhile, skilled nursing facilities may provide the medical care but often feel institutional and impersonal.
High-acuity adult family homes like Edmonds Villa bridge this gap. According to the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS), adult family homes are licensed residential facilities that provide housing, meals, laundry, supervision, and personal care to 2-8 adults. What distinguishes high-acuity AFHs is the ability to care for patients with complex medical conditions that require skilled nursing interventions.
Who Benefits from High-Acuity AFH Care?
Patients who benefit most from high-acuity adult family home care typically include those with conditions that require regular medical monitoring and intervention but who would benefit from a more personal, home-like environment than what a hospital or nursing home can provide. This includes individuals who:
- Require specialized medical equipment such as feeding tubes, dialysis machines, or bariatric beds that standard facilities cannot accommodate
- Need skilled nursing care for wound management, medication administration, or monitoring of vital signs multiple times daily
- Have cognitive conditions like advanced dementia that require 24-hour supervision in a secured environment
- Are recovering from acute medical events such as stroke, surgery, or serious injury and need intensive rehabilitation support
- Have progressive neurological conditions like Parkinson's, ALS, or MS that require specialized knowledge and adaptive care approaches
The Edmonds Villa Difference
At Edmonds Villa, we've created a care environment that combines the medical capabilities your loved one needs with the warmth and personal attention they deserve. Our 6-bed capacity isn't a limitation—it's a deliberate choice that enables truly individualized care. Research from the National Institute on Aging suggests that smaller care settings often lead to better quality of life outcomes for residents with complex needs.
Our caregivers don't just know your loved one's medical conditions—they know their favorite foods, their preferred daily routines, their family stories, and the small things that bring them comfort. This level of personalized attention simply isn't possible in larger institutional settings.
Washington State Adult Family Home Standards
All adult family homes in Washington State must meet rigorous licensing requirements set by DSHS. According to Washington Administrative Code (WAC) 388-76, these requirements include staff training, safety protocols, and care standards that protect residents. At Edmonds Villa, we not only meet these requirements—we exceed them with additional specialized training for our staff in high-acuity care procedures.
Locations We Serve
Conveniently located in Edmonds, we serve families throughout South Snohomish County and North King County.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a high-acuity adult family home?
A high-acuity adult family home is a licensed residential care facility that provides specialized medical care for patients with complex health needs. Unlike standard adult family homes, high-acuity AFHs have staff trained to manage conditions like ventilator care, dialysis, feeding tubes, and advanced dementia in a home-like setting with 24-hour supervision.
What conditions does Edmonds Villa specialize in?
Edmonds Villa specializes in bariatric care, peritoneal dialysis and home hemodialysis, enteral feeding (J-tube and G-tube), advanced dementia and Alzheimer's care, neurological disorders including Parkinson's, ALS, MS, and TBI, cardiovascular and pulmonary conditions, complex metabolic conditions, and post-acute rehabilitation.
How many residents does Edmonds Villa accommodate?
Edmonds Villa is a 6-bed adult family home, allowing us to provide highly personalized care and attention to each resident. The small capacity ensures a genuine home environment where caregivers know each resident's preferences, routines, and care needs intimately.
What areas does Edmonds Villa serve?
Edmonds Villa is located in Edmonds, Washington and serves families throughout South Snohomish County including Lynnwood, Mountlake Terrace, Shoreline, Everett, and North Seattle. Our central location makes it convenient for family visits from throughout the greater Seattle area.
Is Edmonds Villa licensed by Washington State?
Yes, Edmonds Villa is fully licensed by the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) as an adult family home. We maintain compliance with all state regulations and undergo regular inspections to ensure the highest standards of care and safety.
Schedule Your Personal Tour
See firsthand how Edmonds Villa can provide the specialized care your loved one deserves. Our team is ready to answer your questions and discuss your family's unique situation.