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Gracious Heart Adult Family Home

650 S 198th St

5(3 ratings)· Des Moines average: 4.5

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Quick Facts

Room setup
Residents may furnish their own bathroom
Medication oversight
Third-party medication system review and compliance support

What Families Think

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Gracious Heart Adult Family Home is a small residential care home in Des Moines, Washington, praised by families for the personal, hands-on attention its owners provide to residents. Reviewers highlight a dramatic turnaround in a resident's health after moving from a neglectful facility, and note a recent third-party review of the home's medication practices. Feedback is very positive but comes from a small number of reviews.

What reviewers praise

  • Warm, family-like relationship between owners and residents
  • Resident's severe bed sores healed within weeks
  • Individualized care plans tailored to each resident
  • On-site doctor visits available
  • Outside review strengthened medication management systems

What reviewers flag

  • Only three reviews available to evaluate
  • No published pricing information provided

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Gracious Heart Adult Family Home is a senior living community in Des Moines, Washington offering Assisted Living. Amenities include Gathering / Activity Spaces, Social Activities and Housekeeping. Families rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 3 reviews.

About Gracious Heart Adult Family Home

Gracious Heart Adult Family Home is an assisted living facility located in Des Moines, Washington, providing 24-hour care seven days a week. The community is founded on the belief that safety, independence, and privacy are equally important to quality care, with a focus on creating a dignified living environment for residents.

The facility offers personalized care plans tailored to each resident's unique needs and preferences. Staff members are available around the clock to assist with daily activities, medication management, and other support needs. Services include nutritious meals prepared on-site, social activities, and on-site doctor visits to promote resident engagement and health.

Gracious Heart provides private and semi-private rooms with bathrooms that residents can furnish or leave unfurnished to customize their personal space. The home features wheelchair-accessible bathrooms, wide hallways and doors, hardwood floors for safe mobility, and outdoor sidewalks and areas designed for accessibility. Interconnected security and fire alarms are in place to ensure resident safety.

The community emphasizes maintaining resident independence while providing necessary personal assistance. Each resident receives an individualized care plan developed specifically for their situation, allowing them to remain as self-sufficient as possible while having compassionate support available whenever additional help is needed.

Types of Care at Gracious Heart Adult Family Home

Assisted Living

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Emergency Call System
  • Kitchen
  • Private Bathroom
  • Private Rooms
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)

Activities

  • Social Activities

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Reviews of Gracious Heart Adult Family Home

5overall · 3 ratings combined

5★ on Google (3)

AccurateMeds Consulting & Training LLC

Feb 2026

via Google ↗ · Report

AccurateMeds Consulting & Training LLC recently partnered with this Adult Family Home to conduct a comprehensive medication system review and implement structured improvements. Our collaboration has continued to provide ongoing medication oversight and compliance support. The provider's proactive investment in strengthening medication management, documentation accuracy, and system organization reflects a strong commitment to resident safety and operational excellence. Rather than reacting to potential inspection findings, this home has chosen to build and maintain solid foundations. Consistent, well-designed medication systems protect residents, support staff performance, and offer families meaningful peace of mind. It is encouraging to work with providers like Mark who prioritize accountability, quality care, and continuous improvement.

MICHELE Hertel

May 2025

via Google ↗ · Report

My Mom is a current resident at Gracious Heart and I cannot say enough positive things about the staff and how they care for my Mom. Mark and Everlyn are the best!! My Mom ADORES them and the feeling is mutual. Our family was truly blessed when we found Gracious Heart. Thank you is just not enough to describe how much peace I have in my soul, knowing my Mom is in the best hands possible.

Deanna Nana

Nov 2024

via Google ↗ · Report

We are SO happy that we found this adult family home for my mom. They are more than just an AFH, they are a family. The love and care that they pour into my mom and the other residents is amazing. Prior to moving my mom there, she was in bad shape. She was living in a different AFH that had severely neglected her. My mom had severe bed sores and skin breakdown from excessive urine. She was depressed and had lost the sparkle in her eyes. She would cry when I had to leave after a visit or an outing. We knew we had to move her! When we moved her into Gracious Heart AFH, my mom instantly perked up. Everlyn and Mark welcomed my mom with flowers and a balloon and big hugs. They were so loving and kind. My mom quickly settled in there. They took her care very seriously and gently cared for her skin to ensure it started healing. They followed doctors orders and went above and beyond to make sure my mom’s skin was not only healing, but that she was comfortable and pain free. In just a couple weeks my mom’s skin was greatly improved. After months of pain and discomfort at her other place. On top of the gentle and consistent care of my mom’s skin, they keep her mentally and emotionally stimulated. They play games regularly, they sing, they cook together. It’s truly like a family there. My mom LOVES it there! If you are looking for an adult family home for a loved one, I would HIGHLY recommend Gracious Heart! All the residents are so happy there.

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What types of care does Gracious Heart Adult Family Home offer?

Gracious Heart Adult Family Home offers Assisted Living.

Where is Gracious Heart Adult Family Home located?

Gracious Heart Adult Family Home is located at 650 S 198th St in Des Moines, Washington.

What do families say about Gracious Heart Adult Family Home?

Gracious Heart Adult Family Home carries a 5.0 out of 5 rating from 3 Google reviews. Gracious Heart Adult Family Home is a small residential care home in Des Moines, Washington, praised by families for the personal, hands-on attention its owners provide to residents. Reviewers highlight a dramatic turnaround in a resident's health after moving from a neglectful facility, and note a recent third-party review of the home's medication practices. Feedback is very positive but comes from a small number of reviews. Reviews on MyLivingChoice come from families who confirmed a connection to the community and appear with the reviewer's first name and last initial.

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