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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Essex, WA
If your loved one needs memory care in Essex, A Place for Mom can help. With 91 memory care facilities in Essex, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.
Alzheimer’s care in Essex incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Essex memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Essex, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Olympia, Lacey and Centralia.
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My husband and I have been independent residents at Merrill Gardens/Wright Park for almost 2 years. As my husband's caregiver, I chose to move into MG for the availabilty of emergency assistance 24/7. It's...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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9.8
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40 reviews
Finding a place for my mom that matched her expectations and mine was quite the adventure. Cedar Ridge was very welcoming and allowed us to visit numerous times before we made any type of commitment. This is...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Looking for an exceptional senior living community?Well, you’ve found it. When you combine an exceptional lifestyle, ready-made friends and outstanding service, the result is what we callRetirement Perfected™Welcome to Bonaventure Retirement, Assisted Living & Memory Care Community Life is...
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9.7
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65 reviews
Our mother is very happy at Fieldstone. The staff are very nice and they take really good care mom. If I have any issues or concerns. I let them know and they take care of it right away.
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Our Approach to Memory CareAt Fieldstone Memory Care, we are committed to enriching the lives of our residents and their families by providing engaging, compassionate care focused on residents with Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia. Our team is made up of exceptional people who are...
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9.7
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92 reviews
The facility is very nice, clean, beautifully appointed, friendly helpful people and great communication. There is a variety of activities every day, including outings and musical performances and many...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
At Gig Harbor Court, our exceptional staff, engaging activities, and active social life make our residents happy to call our community home.Gig Harbor is located in the Pacific Northwest, and is surrounded by several parks, with a historic a waterfront as well as boutiques and fine dining, making...
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9.6
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64 reviews
The apartments are spacious and comfortable, and I really enjoy the food—they always have delicious options. I'm especially excited about my newly renovated apartment; the updates are fantastic and make...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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9.5
Review score
27 reviews
Across the board I would give Brookdale a 4. The staff is very attentive to my brothers needs and as a result, [name removed] is doing amazingly well. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Memory Care at its FinestIt’s time to get some help on the senior journey. Fortunately, you’ve found one of the premier memory care communities in the Harbor Bay area.We are a warm and welcoming memory care community located in Gig Harbor, Washington. Our community features a valued location with...
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9.5
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56 reviews
It is a learning curve putting your parent into memory care and one that my siblings and I did not look forward to but it became 247 care. We felt Gencare was a great match for Mom, nice directors with a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
When you visit Madrona Park in the heart of Federal Way, you'll notice something unexpected the minute you walk through the doors. You can see, hear, and feel the energy and vibrancy of our community. The lobby is bustling, people are laughing, and friends are chatting. Some are planning outings...
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9.3
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44 reviews
My Mom passed away 6 weeks after moving in. I can't say enough about how wonderful, compassionate the staff was in supporting her and me! Nursing staff was awesome! I've told folks that if I ever need...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Weatherly Inn-Tacoma is an assisted living community located on the shore of Horsehead Bay in the city of Tacoma, Pierce County, Washington. Walking distance from Point Defiance Park and Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium, Weatherly Inn-Tacoma residents and visitors have easy access to excellent...
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9.3
Review score
89 reviews
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Exploring a Redefined IndependenceIt’s time to declare independence from chores, household maintenance and the stress that often comes from living at home. Instead, our independent living and assisted living seniors live a life full of interesting things to do and interesting people to do them...
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9.1
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38 reviews
I recently moved my dad from a peagus community in Sun city, Arizona to The Rivers in Puyallup also a peagus community. The transfer could not have gone any better. The staff at The Rivera have been so...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
At The Rivers at Puyallup, our exceptional staff, engaging activities, and active social life make our residents happy to call our community home.Puyallup is an assisted living, memory care, and independent living community located just outside of downtown Puyallup, a quiet town with many...
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9.0
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57 reviews
My mother's dementia became too much after living with me for 3 years. We did a tour of 3 residences and chose Bonaventure of Lacey the first day. The place is lovely and my mom is well cared for. Family...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Looking for an exceptional senior living community?Well, you’ve found it. When you combine an exceptional lifestyle, ready-made friends and outstanding service, the result is what we callRetirement Perfected™Welcome to Bonaventure Retirement, Assisted Living & Memory Care Community Life is...
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9.0
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19 reviews
What I always liked about the Village is they provide a calm and mellow environment that is not too cramped. The staff shortage had been an ongoing issue ( especially in the kitchen). Also, their hair salon...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Village Senior Living offers expansive common areas, large apartments and an array of services & amenities for independent living, assisted living and memory care. Our community is four stories with apartments on the first three floors dedicated to assisted living and personal care...
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9.0
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47 reviews
I only can speak to the staff/facility that was there 2 years ago. But they treated my Dad like he was family, even though he was only there 6 months. They treated me like family. He was on Hospice for the...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
A great place to call home! At Enlivant, we honor the commitments we make to our residents and their families. Our goal is to enhance our resident's quality of life by providing a warm, caring environment that fosters independence, dignity and choice of each resident. Our residents are often...
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9.0
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38 reviews
I am very happy with the care of my husband. He has had quite a time but they have continued to be very good with him. My only complaint is that the laundry keeps losing his clothes even though they are...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Canterbury Inn, a Koelsch Community, is located in suburban Longview Washington close to medical facilities, shopping, parks, entertainment, beautiful walking paths at Lake Sacajawea, and just a short 60 minute drive to the West Coast or the Portland OR. airport.At Canterbury Inn our 24 hour...
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8.9
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35 reviews
I've made a new life here. I try to help out where I can. Leading bible study, publishing a picture resident directory. And writing on the resident calender. This is HOME.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
You worked hard, raised a family and earned a rewarding retirement. You spent decades taking care of others. Now, it’s your turn. You deserve a lifestyle upgrade awaiting you at our community, where you can do more than live longer — you can live better. Our community offers independent...
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8.9
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8 reviews
I rate them 5 on all categories. Exceptionally professional and caring. The director's competence and professionalism. Immediately we knew we wanted our mother to live there.
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Locally & privately owned and operated from its opening in 1997, Memory Care at The Lodges creates a home-like setting for Dementia care. Each of our secured Lodges has just 16 resident rooms clustered around the main activity, dining and living room areas. This floor plan greatly reduces...
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8.9
Review score
16 reviews
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Hearthside Manor is a memory care community that offers 34 private bedrooms, secure non-challenging environment, licensed nurses on staff, dementia trained caregivers, 3 nutritious meals served daily, snacks available 24 hours, daily activities and entertainers, individualized service plans,...
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8.9
Review score
192 reviews
I needed to move my mom into Meridian at Stone Creek while also dealing with my stepdad being in and out of the hospital and nursing facilities at the same time. [name removed] worked with us through the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Why settle for ordinary when you can have extraordinary? Escape to The Meridian at Stone Creek and discover luxurious senior living in Milton, Washington.Journey beyond the predictable and uninspiring. Visit The Meridian at Stone Creek and truly appreciate all the possibilities that await right...
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8.8
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26 reviews
The staff is wonderful and tireless. I feel secure knowing [name removed] is enjoying a caring environment. The spouses of the residents are all supportive of each other, so we know we aren't alone on this...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Finding senior care that embraces independent living while respecting the person can be a difficult task. Our loved ones have unique personalities which mandate that different needs be met. The right home will help our loved ones to remain as independent as possible while still meeting their...
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8.6
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6 reviews
The staff was amazing, they kept us updated on everything that was going on. They were extremely helpful and kind to my mom. They treated her with respect and we liked the family setting. The food choices...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The decisions surrounding Alzheimer’s Disease and other dementia’s are some of the most difficult that a family must make. The Hampton Memory Care is specially designed and devoted exclusively to the care of those living with this disease and other memory loss. We are a free-standing, specialized...
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8.6
Review score
17 reviews
It's a very welcoming community with plenty of opportunities to interact with other residents. As far as the staff goes, I would say that some of the night staff could be more responsive and have better...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Comfortable living arrangements and commitment to service make The Sequoia an attractive community within itself. Residents enjoy living in private apartments—furnished and decorated with their favorite things. Each apartment is designed for safe, comfortable living, with cable TV, a...
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8.6
Review score
36 reviews
I think the best thing is she is around other people and enjoys the musical entertainment. She is quite the critic! We would definitely recommend the Merrill Gardens at Tacoma community to other families...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Our community is designed to meet your individual needs and give you the freedom to be yourself. We offer the best in independent senior living, assisted living and memory care from a family-owned company that knows connection is everything.We are close to shopping, dining, and other services in...
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8.6
Review score
28 reviews
I have nice things to say. For me it was close so I could stop and check on her every day. I got to know staff by name. I would recommend yes. I think that mom received a good quality of care. They...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Canterbury Gardens, a Koelsch Community, is exclusively designed for residents with Alzheimer's Disease and other forms of dementia. Selecting a home for your loved one with memory loss is one the most important decisions you and your family will ever make.At Canterbury Gardens we form a...
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8.5
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15 reviews
Great place!!! The facility is wonderful. The staff are always friendly and very helpful. I would highly recommend Stafford Suites in Sumner. Beautiful place, is just perfect. They take great care of all...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Stafford Suites is a 72 apartment community located in the quaint town of Sumner. We offer studio, one and two bedroom apartments on a month to month basis. All apartments include kitchenette with microwave, refrigerator, and sink; spacious bath with easy-access features, including...
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8.5
Review score
39 reviews
I placed my 93-year-old father at Avista Senior Living in [date removed]. We needed to move my father from his home in California to Washington State. My husband and I looked at several assistant living...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
At Avista Sumner, our caring and devoted staff work to make each resident feel like family. We are located in beautiful Sumner, Washington, just a short light rail ride south of Seattle. We are very close to downtown Sumner and about four miles west of Lake Tapps.Sumner is a wonderful place to...
Cost of memory care in Essex, WA
The average cost of senior living in Essex is $4,935 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Vader, WA with an average of $4,168 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Essex, WA vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Essex vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Essex, WA by room type
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What families are saying about memory care in Essex
Recent reviews for memory care in Essex
Spring Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care in Tacoma, WA
4.0
We are very happy with Spring Ridge. Our Mom is in the memory care facility and she has settled in well! The facility is very nice, clean and the residents are well taken care of.
Brookdale Federal Way
4.0
My loved one was a resident at Brookdale Federal Way for almost a year. The staff was very friendly, but the management with follow-through was terrible. I would not recommend this place for someone who needs to be checked up on frequently.
Delaware Plaza in Longview, WA
3.7
In general our experience has been positive. The residents in the community still need an outside advocate to follow up on their requests. The staff communication has been responsive to the family if we have questions or concerns.
There are some concerns with the delivery of meals due to the ...
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Essex review score based on 455 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 455 reviews of 91 Essex memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Essex review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores
Essex review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Essex memory care
When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 455 reviews of 91 Essex memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Essex resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.Essex, WA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.4
Meals & dining
3.9
4.1
Activities
3.9
4.0
Value for cost*
3.9
4.0
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Essex memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Essex memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Essex, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in Essex memory care
Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Essex that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Essex, WANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
78%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
30.8%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.4%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.8%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
79.1%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.5%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
63.7%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
82.4%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Essex memory care
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Essex Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Essex, WANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
73.6%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
49.5%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
49.5%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23.1%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Essex memory care
Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Essex partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Essex, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
34.1%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
69.2%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
61.5%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
67%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
27.5%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Essex memory care
Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Essex communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Essex, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
52.7%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
59.3%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
60.4%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
39.6%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Essex memory care
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Essex offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Essex, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
73.6%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
41.8%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
46.2%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
75.8%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
74.7%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
76.9%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
61.5%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
60.4%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
58.2%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
71.4%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
73.6%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
53.8%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
34.1%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
68.1%
46.8%
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Merrill Gardens at Wright Park, Cedar Ridge by Bonaventure and Fieldstone Memory Care Puyallup are the top-rated memory care facilities near Essex, Washington. See full list of communities.
There are 91 memory care facilities near Essex, Washington. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Essex, Washington are Fieldstone Memory Care Puyallup, Gig Harbor Court and Cogir at The Narrows Tacoma Assisted Living. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 91 memory care facilities near you in Essex, Washington typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Essex, Washington, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
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The cost of memory care facilities in Essex, Washington ranges from $767 to $10465. The average Memory Care cost in Essex, Washington is $4,935. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Essex, Washington typically starts at $767. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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