General Info:
Franke Tobey Jones is a retirement community in Tacoma, Washington. Tudor-style residences are located on 20 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds adjacent to 700-acre Pt. Defiance Park in Tacoma's historic North End. As a Continuing Care Retirement Community with 200 residents, Franke Tobey Jones offers multiple lifestyle options.
* Very independent living
* Assisted living
* Dementia and Alzheimer's care
* 24-hour skilled health care (private pay)
From the minute you set foot on the beautiful grounds at Franke Tobey Jones you'll feel at home. Our vibrant senior community is a place where close friends and memories are made. A place where our warm, caring staff strives to make every day the best it can be. We promote the enjoyment of living and life.
As a non-profit retirement community, we are proud to say that our staff members, nurses, and volunteers are all dedicated to provide you or your loved one with superior health care. As a non-profit, Franke Tobey Jones is able to provide opportunities to our residents and community seniors that truly make everyday meaningful. Donors to our Annual and Endowment funds enable us to offer programs such as Charitable Subsidy, Wellness, Senior University and the Point Defiance~Ruston Senior Center. Both our Wellness and Senior University programs are open to anyone 55 or better.
Campus amenities include-
20 acres with walking paths
Fitness center
Exercise classes
Senior University classes
Activities, trips and tours
Hobby/Craft Room and Wood shop
Resident Garden/Greenhouse
Housekeeping and laundry
Putting green
Guest House
Bistro Cafe
Salon spa services
Transportation to medical appointments and shopping
Cable and internet service
Emergency response
Resident store
Massage therapist
Priority move throughout campus
Next To Point Defiance Park/Zoo
Close to downtown Tacoma and the Proctor District
Maintenance Free Living
Water views
Pets are welcome
Fitness Center:
In 2004, the state-of-the-art 6,000 square foot MJ Wicks Family Wellness Center opened and continues to be a hallmark of our vibrant campus. Free to our residents and available to community seniors for a small monthly fee, Wellness Center participants give rave reviews for the exercise classes, free personal training and experienced and attentive staff.
Senior University:
Senior University at Franke Tobey Jones provides a wealth of programs for lifelong learning for older adults 55 and better, both for residents and for surrounding community. Senior University offers opportunities to build skills, explore new subjects and enjoy the learning process with others. Lecturers and instructors are experts in their fields hailing from local universities, businesses, nonprofits, cultural organizations along with others who have retired with rich career experiences. Most classes are offered free of charge as a public service.
Retirement Advisors-
Our Retirement Advisors have a long history at Franke Tobey Jones. Their knowledge, resources and skills in helping people transition to Franke Tobey Jones are equally as impressive as their kindness and positive attitudes. You will enjoy working with Michelle and Megan!