Cottages of Sequim

408 W Washington St

(360) 997-5886

AI-Generated Summary

State inspectors investigated a COVID-19 outbreak at Cottages of Sequim in October 2024 and found that the facility failed to ensure staff were properly fit tested for N95 respirators upon hire and re-tested annually as required. Specifically, one staff member hired in August 2024 was not fit tested until October 2024 — only after state investigators arrived — and another staff member's fit test had expired before it was renewed following the investigation. The facility's own leadership acknowledged staff should have been fit tested before the outbreak occurred. A failed provider practice citation was issued, and the facility was required to submit a plan of correction attesting to compliance by October 17, 2024.

⚠️ This summary was generated by artificial intelligence based on official state inspection reports. It may contain errors or omissions. It is not a professional assessment and should not be the sole basis for any decision. Always refer to the official inspection report linked below for complete and authoritative information.

Frequently Asked Questions About Cottages of Sequim

How many violations does Cottages of Sequim have?

Cottages of Sequim has 1 violation documented in The Care Audit database. Review the full citation details above.

When was Cottages of Sequim last inspected?

The most recent inspection date on file is October 1, 2024. Facilities in Washington are typically re-inspected annually.

Is there an official inspection report for Cottages of Sequim?

Yes. A link to the official state inspection report is available on this page. The report is hosted on the Washington government website.

Is Cottages of Sequim a licensed facility in Washington?

Cottages of Sequim is listed in The Care Audit as a state-licensed assisted living facility in Sequim, Washington. Licensing status is sourced from official Washington health department records and is updated periodically.