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!