426 Lilly Rd NE, Olympia, WA 98506
Anonymous A
Loved one of resident/client
Great place feels like home. Easy move in process.
All the staff has been so helpful from the moving in process to the servers ensuring our family member is taken care of. They are all so nice to each and everyone. I loved how they make it feel like a home. Atmosphere.
Read all reviewsThe Firs
Situated on the edge of dense woods, bordering the Chehalis-Western Trail, The Firs is the ideal senior living community for active seniors seeking independent living services in Olympia, Washington. This community’s luxurious, lodge-style atmosphere is complemented by resort-inspired services and amenities. After a fulfilling day of exciting activities and events, residents of The Firs enjoy having a peaceful retreat to turn to where their wants and needs are supported. Whether you’re looking for full-time residency or a short-term stay, this vibrant, welcoming community is here for you.
As part of their resident-first approach, the overall goal at The Firs is to simplify the lives of residents so they can fully embrace their retirement. Medication management and on-site hospice care is available should you need it, and routine visits with local health care professionals can be coordinated. Meanwhile, housekeeping, laundry, and dry-cleaning services can be coordinated, as well as assistance with grocery shopping and errands.
The culinary team prepares delicious and nutritious meals three times daily, with an anytime menu and healthy snacks available throughout the day. Residents can dine among friends in the elegant, lodge-inspired dining room while taking in views of the surrounding greenery, or they can enjoy...
The Firs
Total monthly costs depend on room type, select services, and the level of care needed
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A Place for Mom has scored The Firs with 9.3 out of 10 using our proprietary review score based on 5 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time, The Firs has 62 reviews with an average "overall experience" of 4.5 out of 5.
Anonymous A
Independent LivingFamily/friend
June 22, 2025
All the staff has been so helpful from the moving in process to the servers ensuring our family member is taken care of. They are all so nice to each and everyone. I loved how they make it feel like a home. Atmosphere.
Anonymous
Independent LivingFamily/friend
June 9, 2025
She is doing very well here and loves it. Very professional staff and kind. I think some of the food they need to look at but other wise great!
Anonymous
Independent LivingResident/client
May 16, 2025
What we like the most about The First is The staff and dining room servers are outstanding. Yes, we would recommend this community to other families based on the experience
Anonymous
Independent LivingFamily/friend
April 29, 2025
It's a good location near hospital and other medical services.
Gayle K
Independent LivingFamily/friend
April 11, 2025
We were looking for a nice retirement environment for my 93 year old mother-in-law. A Place For Mom contacted several facilities who in turn got in touch with us, which gave us the opportunity to review and visit facilities. My MIL fell in love with the amenities and friendly staff at The Firs. We are so happy that she is in a safe and loving environment. Thanks Place For Mom.
Anonymous
Independent LivingFamily/friend
April 23, 2024
We chose The Firs because of the value for the money and because of many recommendations from locals. I find it odd that they have no one on staff that has the authority to help you up off the floor if you fall, even if you request that they do so. There must be some kind of waiver that could be signed to avoid having to dial 911.
Anonymous
Independent LivingResident/client
April 2, 2024
The Firs is across the street from St Peter's hospital and many many professional medical offices. This makes my visits and e.g. hip replacement this year very convenient. The building is aged, but maintained very well. My apartment for instance, has been upgraded top to bottom with a walk-in shower, new carpet and paint. Very nice. As people move out, seems intention is to continue upgrading and maintaining a nice place! The staff have been here--they stay and are dedicated. Ver friendly and aware of what's happening with residents. Do their best!
Anonymous
Independent LivingResident/client
May 23, 2023
I am currently a resident at The Firs. My experience at this facility has been very good so far. The cleanliness and friendliness here are great. The staff and care services are good. The food is okay. Overall, I would recommend this facility to family and friends.
anonymous
Independent LivingFamily/friend
March 24, 2023
My loved one is very happy with the accommodations. I haven't heard a single complaint. My biggest concern was affordability and The Firs seems to provide a good bang for the buck. I would certainly recommend this facility to others looking.
anonymous
Independent LivingResident/client
March 14, 2023
I have been well-received; introduced to others; invited to activities. Residents and Admin are very friendly and effective. Received lots of help from maintenance (hung TV and curtains) upon move in. Staff is always willing to help.
anonymous
Independent LivingToured community
January 13, 2023
We had a good tour at The Firs. It was a really warm and cozy atmosphere. The administrator who walked me through was super nice, very personable. The apartment was nice - the layout was a little different and nicer than I saw at other facilities. It seemed like a nice place. I’ve also had friends whose parents have lived there and really liked the experience. It was just a bit outside of our budget.
anonymous
Independent LivingToured community
August 2, 2022
The guy who gave me the tour was fantastic and made the whole experience great. The residents at The Firs seemed like they needed more care and I did not need that, I wanted a place where everyone was independent. The facility was also quite old looking.
Bill F
Independent LivingResident/client
June 29, 2022
I looked at a few different facilities and I chose The Firs because I felt really good about it at the time I was making the decision, it just felt like the right choice and it has turned out to be so. The apartments are a pretty good size. The food is very good, what I like the most is the ability to make a meal out of all of the things that are available. No matter what your likes are -you can make something out of it. The staff here have all been extremely friendly. Overall it has been been a good experience.
Joyce K
Independent LivingResident/client
January 19, 2022
This has been a very good experience for me. My apartment is comfortable and a pleasant space. The staff has been kind and always helpful as needed. Extracurricular activities are varied and offer something for just about everyone. There is a sense of friendliness throughout. However, as with many places where food is prepared in large quantities, not all items on the menu suit everyone but here there are alternatives availabl
Mary M
Independent LivingResident/client
December 14, 2021
I have lived at The Firs for just over 2 years. During that time I have had such a fun time living here. I came from another retirement community in Seattle that I enjoyed, but when I arrived here many residents welcomed me with open arms, it made me feel so good. They invited me to dinner and to various activities. I enjoy TED Talks, Documentary Hour and Coffee & Conversation. Team Trivia & Happy Hour are great fun. So many nice people here! The Firs has a restaurant that I can eat in any time of day, the service is great and the staff really seem to like working here. I appreciate having night managers available, my daughter likes knowing I am in a safe place. If there is an emergency the medics are down the road and the hospital is across the street. I feel welcome to talk with managers anytime, they are attentive to me and I feel like they listen to all the residents even if we ramble too much. Everyone is important at The Firs it is a positive living environment.
Rebecca I
Independent LivingFamily/friend
December 7, 2021
The Firs community is just fantastic, it is kept really clean and we are just so grateful to of found them. The staff members are fantastic, and even with the supply shortage the meals and dining service its overall pretty good. The value for cost is great they have been very accommodating to our family so its has been worth every penny.
Debra Cooper
Independent LivingFamily/friend
September 16, 2021
I rarely ever give a 5 star review because I feel there is always room for improvement. Besides their need to perfect their website to pay remotely for rent and a few bumps in the beginning, I am really happy with the care and activities The Firs provides for my mother. She has made friends already with other residence and gets involved with various activities offered. She also enjoys the salon facilities onsite while I have the comfort of knowing she is safe. Her home caretaker comes as well as her physical therapists. They have weekly cleaning of sheets and light housekeeping. It actually is a wonderful place for Mom to call home!
Ruth
Independent LivingResident/client
August 2, 2021
It's been a good experience so far. I attribute a lot of that to my family that lives here and has been so good to me. They help me out a lot, and they take me to appointments. The Firs does offer transportation to appointments, but only on a couple of days a week, which doesn't always work out for scheduling with new doctors. My apartment is small, and I wish the layout was a little better. The living room is smaller than my bedroom, and the bathroom is very big. So I wish there was more space in the living room where I spend more of my time. But I had to get what I could afford, so I opted to take a smaller apartment. They need more help here, especially with maintenance. I know they're trying to get more help, and I understand that it's difficult right now. I had one big issue, which was troubling, but we worked through it, and it's all been straightened out now. I've been really impressed with the youth that wait on us in the dining room and kitchen. All of the staff have been great, but it's especially nice to see how the youth interact with us. They go above and beyond in caring for us and are very thoughtful. I think they're wonderful kids. If I don't call down and tell the staff that I'm not coming for breakfast, they send someone to my door to make sure I'm okay. And they do the same thing for the evening meal.
CM
Independent LivingFamily/friend
June 30, 2021
Overall the community is a great place, the staff is amazing and the community feels homey. It is very neat and clean and the staff are very friendly I would recommend this community to others based on my experience.
Scott L
Independent LivingFamily/friend
June 28, 2021
Our first impression of The Firs was just the nice friendly and homey atmosphere it had. Also the activities are starting to pick back up.
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