The Kenney, located in Seattle, WA, is a senior living community that provides a range of care options including nursing home services and continuing care retirement community (CCRC) arrangements. The campus accommodates residents with varying needs, offering independent living, assisted living, and specialized memory care. Operated by Heritage Ministries, a non-profit organization, The Kenney has undertaken recent renovations to update its facilities, focusing on enhancing comfort, accessibility, and safety for residents.

For those requiring additional care, The Kenney offers comprehensive support for memory care, including accommodations specifically designed to address the needs of individuals living with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. The community features a secured environment and layouts tailored to reduce confusion and support independence, ensuring safety for residents with memory impairment. Memory care staff are trained to manage behavioral changes and provide medical oversight, while programming is designed to engage cognition and foster a sense of routine. The Kenney is structured as a memory-care-only community in specific areas, providing focused, specialized services for those with significant cognitive challenges.

Medical care offerings at The Kenney include support for incontinence management, ambulatory care for residents who require mobility assistance, and medication management to ensure prescriptions are taken correctly and on schedule. Diabetes care is available through monitoring, dietary support, and medication oversight. The facility also operates an onsite barber and beauty salon to support personal grooming and well-being. The primary language of communication is English, and the environment and staff approach are geared towards maintaining residents' dignity and comfort while providing the necessary supervision and support.

Transportation services are arranged at cost, allowing residents access to both medical appointments and non-medical outings. This service supports residents’ healthcare needs as well as opportunities for shopping, social engagement, or personal errands within the broader community.

Feedback from residents and families indicates a range of experiences at The Kenney. Many reviewers highlight the community’s cleanliness, campus aesthetics, food quality, and caring staff who build personal connections with residents. Activities and social opportunities receive praise, as do the regular cleaning and laundry services. However, some concerns have been raised regarding recent management turnover, inconsistent communication, variable staff training—particularly on evening shifts—and challenges in reaching helpful personnel. These reports indicate that while The Kenney provides many valued services and amenities, experiences with care consistency and management responsiveness may vary. The community continues to be recognized for its comfortable environment and attentive caregiving amid a mixed overall reputation.

Costs at this community start at $2,355 and range up to $7,592. The average price in the community is $4,974, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,497. The cost of nursing homes in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.