Mental Health · Dementia · Developmental Disabilities · Call Margaret directly (253) 487-4482
Licensed Washington State AFH · South Tacoma

Nurturing Lives in the heart of South Tacoma.

A licensed adult family home owned and led by Margaret Regeru — providing warm, specialized care for adults with Mental Health needs, Dementia, and Developmental Disabilities. Six residents. One dedicated team. A home that feels like home.

DSHS Licensed & Inspected
Specialized Clinical Care
Private Pay · Premium Care
🏅 AFHC Member — Listed on the Adult Family Home Council Home Finder

Now Welcoming New Residents

A small, licensed home with room for the right fit. Call Margaret directly to ask about current openings.

6 Licensed beds
24/7 On-site staff
3 Specialties
✓ Private Pay ✓ Specialized Care
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DSHS Licensed & Inspected
Mental Health Specialized
Dementia & Memory Care
Developmental Disabilities
24/7 On-Site Caregivers

We Specialize Where Others Don't

Most adult family homes offer general senior care. Gihon Springs is different — we have trained staff and structured programs for residents with complex behavioral and cognitive needs. This is not just care. It's clinical-level attention inside a home.

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Mental Health Care
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Dementia & Memory
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Developmental Disabilities
Front porch at Gihon Springs Adult Family Home in Tacoma, WA — wood deck, white railing, and hanging flowers
AFHC
Verified member
License #758417

The front porch — where residents start most mornings.

Care Built Around the Whole Person

Located in South Tacoma, Gihon Springs AFH is a licensed adult family home that goes beyond routine personal care. We serve residents whose needs require more than standard support — and we meet them where they are, every single day.

With a maximum of 6 residents, our team knows each person deeply — their rhythms, their history, their preferences, and their goals. That intimacy is not possible in larger facilities. It is our greatest advantage.

Families who come to us are often exhausted, overwhelmed, and unsure who to trust. We understand that burden. Our job is to be the home you can finally stop worrying about.

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Margaret Regeru
Owner & Provider · Gihon Springs AFH LLC
DSHS Licensed AFHC Verified Tacoma, WA

Specialized Services, Delivered Daily

Every resident receives an individualized care plan developed with their physician, family, and our care team — built around their specific diagnosis and goals.

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Mental Health Support

Structured daily routines, behavioral support plans, and coordination with psychiatrists and mental health providers. We work within each resident's treatment plan.

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Dementia & Memory Care

Familiar environments, consistent caregivers, and evidence-based memory care techniques for residents with Alzheimer's, dementia, and mild cognitive impairment.

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Developmental Disability Care

Individualized programming, skill-building activities, and coordination with DDA (Developmental Disabilities Administration) case managers and waiver services.

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Medication Management

RN-delegated medication administration including psychotropic medications, careful documentation, and direct communication with prescribing providers.

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Meals & Daily Living

Three home-cooked meals daily, assistance with all activities of daily living, personal hygiene, and adapted routines based on each resident's abilities.

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Family Coordination

Regular family updates, care conference participation, open visiting policy, and direct communication with case managers, guardians, and support teams.

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Living Room
Calm, structured space
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Private Rooms
Personal, familiar
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Outdoor Space
Safe & accessible

A Home Designed for Safety and Comfort

Our South Tacoma home is set up specifically for residents with complex needs — familiar, structured, and calm. Every detail of the environment is intentional, from room layout to outdoor access.

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Safe, Secure Environment
Designed with wandering prevention, accessible bathrooms, and safe outdoor access for residents who need a structured, secure space.
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Private Rooms Available
Rooms can be furnished or unfurnished per family preference. Residents are encouraged to personalize their space with familiar items.
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Structured Daily Routine
Consistent meal times, activities, and care schedules — critical for residents with memory or behavioral needs who thrive on predictability.
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What Makes Gihon Springs Different

There are over 2,800 licensed adult family homes in Washington. Very few specialize in all three of our areas. Here is what families tell us sets us apart.

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Triple Specialization — Rare in Washington

Mental Health, Dementia, and Developmental Disabilities. Most homes do one of these — or none. We built our entire program around residents who are hardest to place and who deserve the most care.

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Maximum 6 Residents — By Law and By Choice

Smaller means better ratios, better consistency, and better outcomes for residents with complex needs. Your loved one is known by name, not room number. That's impossible at scale.

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Consistent Caregivers, Not Rotating Agency Staff

For residents with mental health or behavioral needs, familiar faces aren't a comfort — they're a clinical necessity. Our team knows each resident's baseline, triggers, and strengths.

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Tacoma Location — Close to Families

Conveniently located in South Tacoma, we serve families across Pierce County. Close enough to visit often, professional enough to trust completely.

Reviews coming soon.

Margaret has been caring for residents in the Tacoma area for years. As Gihon Springs is welcoming new families, public reviews are still being gathered with care and consent. In the meantime, family references are available upon request — Margaret will personally connect prospective families with current ones so you can hear directly from people who have entrusted us with their loved ones.

Schedule a Tour or Ask About Availability

Placement can be urgent. We respond quickly and work with families to find the right fit. Call us directly — we answer.

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Margaret's Cell (Call or Text)
(253) 487-4482
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Home Phone
(253) 212-0384
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Email
1gihonspringsafh@gmail.com
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Location
1105 130th St STacoma, WA 98444 · South Tacoma
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AFHC Verified
License #758417Adult Family Home Council member
Response Hours
7 days a week, 8am – 8pm

Serving Pierce County: Tacoma, Federal Way, Lakewood, Puyallup, Spanaway, and surrounding areas.

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