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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Puyallup, WA

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Alzheimer’s care in Puyallup incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Puyallup memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Puyallup, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.

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Photo of Fieldstone Memory Care Puyallup
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9.7
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72 reviews
9.7
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Fieldstone excels in all aspects of care for people with memory disabilities. Caregivers are patient and kind. The facility and resident rooms are always kept clean. Food is very good with a lot of variety...
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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2222 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.0
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45 reviews
9.0
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45 reviews
5 star
38%
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I would say 4. I'm pretty hard on ratings because it leaves from for improvement. The location I selected has been great overall. Few small items like food isn't amazing but just ok. My MIL still cooks and...
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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9.9
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26 reviews
9.9
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26 reviews
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Our dad moved to Merrill Gardens Wright Park a year ago. From our first visit and everyday since, the staff has been kind, respectful and helpful. Staff members have helped our dad maintain his independence...
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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51 reviews
9.8
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51 reviews
5 star
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Caregivers assist 24/7 with diaper needs, hoyer lifts. Med techs help with medication. Lots of great daily activities to fit different needs. Bus trips for shopping and casino days. Card games, holiday...
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.
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1111 Floor plans available
9.8
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44 reviews
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5 for everything! What we like the most about the community is the friendliness, activities, decorations make it feel like home, great food, good care. We would absolutely recommend the community to other...
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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33 Floor plans available
9.8
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119 reviews
9.8
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I’ve only been here a couple days but I’m very happy about the nice people, welcoming atmosphere, good food, and comfortable accommodations. I appreciate the free parking and closed in park for my dog to run...
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.
Farrington Court is a 62+ Senior Community that offers comfortable, spacious apartment homes in a fun and active retirement community. We are very proud to be managed by Stellar Senior Living, who has set high standards for the retirement industry. Farrington Court offers a wide variety of...
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1212 Photos available
1111 Floor plans available
9.3
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112 reviews
9.3
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Mom did not take advantage of social events, but they had a good amount of chances to socialize. They did a good job with a difficult resident.
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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63 reviews
9.1
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Easy for mom to get around, exercise program, friendly staff. They need more help in diner, too short staffed and not really balanced meals.
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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9.0
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15 reviews
9.0
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What we like the most about Village Green is our food and the server, [name removed]. Yes, we would recommend this community to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
Village Green Retirement Campus is a Northwest premier residential community for seniors, offering independent and assisted living. It is owned and operated by the Powell Family of Federal Way. Their focus is a true homelike atmosphere filled with family, friends, neighbors and people that...
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44 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.9
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16 reviews
8.9
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My mom is on the independent side so I can't speak for the assisted side and to the level of care or responsiveness. My mom is in a 2 bedroom right now and she loves it. It is like an actual apartment. Big...
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.
Bonaventure Puyallup is a beautiful place to live.with stunning apartments, amazing care and medical staff, and a magical resident culture, this is truly a wonderful place to live.we have Independent Suites, Assisted Living Suites and private Memory Care suites. We can take someone on their...
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Photo of Merrill Gardens at Auburn
1616 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
8.9
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27 reviews
8.9
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27 reviews
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Merrill gardens was very nice. It was all [name removed] desire to leave. Staff were very accommodating with our particularly difficult and unique situation.
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.
We offer senior living in the heart of charming downtown Auburn, near the transit center and city hall. Enjoy living in the middle of downtown Auburn, close to a variety of stores, multiple restaurants, entertainment options and the Sounder train station.The community offers spacious private...
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Photo of Avista Sumner
99 Photos available
8.6
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41 reviews
8.6
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41 reviews
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My mom loves the people. Doesn't love the food. Initially, it took 3 weeks to get her cable working. Also, the fridge that was supposed to be replaced prior to move-in has yet to be replaced and the freezer...
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...
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8.5
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16 reviews
8.5
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5 on all of them Stafford is a great place!! It is safe and feels very homey. We would absolutely recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had so far.
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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8.4
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33 reviews
8.4
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33 reviews
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My mom has been there 2 months now, she likes her room, has settled in very nicely Staff are very friendly, helpful Lots of activities for the residents and their families also. They celebrate the holidays ...
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.
Care From the Industry LeaderMemory care shouldn’t mean giving up on a life lived well. We’ve put more than 25 years of industry leading experience into developing a program that provides stability and comfort to those living with Alzheimer’s or other dementia. We are a compassionate memory care...
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Photo of King's Manor Senior Living Community
99 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.0
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The staff clearly really care about the residents that live there. You can just feel the "positive vibe" when you walk thru the front door. Coming from another facility it's easy to tell that Kings Manor is...
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.
Welcome to Kings Manor Senior Living Community, a beautiful non-profit home for assisted living services. We are proud of our distinguished history of providing quality care to seniors in the scenic South Sound area.Our goal at King's Manor is to meet each resident's individual needs while...
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1313 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
7.9
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200 reviews
7.9
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200 reviews
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Head Nurse [name removed] & crew took very good care of my wife during her stay at Stone Creek. Activities Director [name removed] recognized my wife's extensive experience as a church pianist & utilized my...
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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Photo of Deer Ridge Memory Care
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7.8
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16 reviews
7.8
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The people I met were very pleasant and attentive. The only thing is she had a black pants and hoodie and it came up missing, her name was on the tag, I was told not to bring any nice outfits by others....
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.
Deer Ridge Memory Care opened on July 6th, 2021! We are part of a family owned and operated company called Koelsch Communities which has been caring for families across the country since 1958. Our Executive Director, William Martin has been a nurse in Memory Care for over 30 years and has a true...
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Photo of Brookdale Courtyard Puyallup
77 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
7.5
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45 reviews
7.5
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45 reviews
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The staff is very friendly administration is helpful. They have frequent turnover of their staff but no issues with that. When there are concerns they typically address it quickly. Hope this helps.
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.
Exceptional Senior Living?Building a great senior life requires a great backdrop. At our vibrant, welcoming community, you’ll find exceptional assisted living care in an environment with maximum home-sweet-home factor. That means fewer worries, more options for interesting things to do, and a...
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1515 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
7.3
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6 reviews
7.3
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So hard to deliver my Dad to a care facility. But, I liked MH right from the beginning. Caring, helpful staff and care givers. I have not met one person here who isn't wearing a smile. I know my Dad can get...
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 Haven is a community dedicated to caring for people with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, and other cognitive impairments. In a nurturing residential environment, our team members provide programs tailored to meet the individual needs of people with dementia and memory loss.Many of our...
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The community has a well established director, receptionist, and nursing staff, they have been there for a number of years and do a great job managing the community and care.They offer an activities calendar...
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.
We are pleased you are considering Cascade Park Vista as your new home. Whether you need care for a loved one, or for yourself, Cascade Park Vistais the perfect choice! Making the transition to a new living situation isn't always easy, but the rewards can be great. Cascade Park Vista is...
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This is a humble and cozy assisted living /retirement community. The care staff are very kind. There is always something to keep the residents engaged and entertained. I pray that whatever this community...
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.
Peoples Retirement Community is a residential environment serving our community and is designed to accommodate active, self sufficient, senior adults, seniors who require modest assistance in order to maintain personal dignity and self reliance as well as a Secured Alzheimer's/Dementia Community....
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It is a beautiful facility with a caring and supportive staff. I would recommend them to others who are searching for a place for their loved one.
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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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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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.
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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.
Gracious Mill Ridge Village, situated close to the cultural and sports centers of the Seattle/Tacoma metropolitan area, truly allows you to relax and enjoy retirement in the fast growing community of Milton. By using a simple yet comprehensive fee schedule, our retirement community offers you the...

Cost of memory care in Puyallup, WA

The average cost of senior living in Puyallup is $4,839 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Tacoma, WA with an average of $4,868 per month.

Memory care costs in Puyallup, WA, vs. nearby cities

Puyallup, WA
$4,839/mo
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Memory care costs in Puyallup, WA, vs. state and national averages

Puyallup, WA
$4,839/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

Memory care costs in Puyallup, WA, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$4,839/mo

Memory care costs in Puyallup, WA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,451/mo
Studio
$4,939/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,809/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,934/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,473/mo

Senior living costs in Puyallup vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Puyallup, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typePuyallup, WAWashingtonU.S.
Memory Care$4,839/mo$5,265/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$4,866/mo$5,199/mo$4,557/mo
Independent Living$3,463/mo$4,205/mo$4,016/mo
Memory Care
Puyallup, WA:$4,839/mo
Washington:$5,265/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Puyallup, WA:$4,866/mo
Washington:$5,199/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Independent Living
Puyallup, WA:$3,463/mo
Washington:$4,205/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Memory care costs in Puyallup, WA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Puyallup and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Memory care cost trends in Puyallup, WA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Puyallup have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Puyallup, WA$8,030/mo$6,736/mo+19.2%
Washington$8,099/mo$7,415/mo+9.2%
National$6,504/mo$6,180/mo+5.2%
Puyallup, WA
2024 average cost:$8,030/mo
2023 average cost:$6,736/mo
Percent change:+19.2%
Washington
2024 average cost:$8,099/mo
2023 average cost:$7,415/mo
Percent change:+9.2%
National
2024 average cost:$6,504/mo
2023 average cost:$6,180/mo
Percent change:+5.2%
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What families are saying about memory care in Puyallup

Recent reviews for memory care in Puyallup

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.

The Lodge at Mallard's Landing in Gig Harbor, WA

4.5
We had both parents in Memory Care at Mallards Landing most of their time was during COVID. We were very appreciative of the care they received. All protocols and protection were used during lockdown. Out of lockdown we were confident they were being cared for and received genuine caring ...
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The Rivers at Puyallup

4.9
The location was close. The memory care unit was new. Each resident has a private bedroom. As my husband was dying, his care was exceptional and I felt supported. The staff were especially caring and supportive.

Puyallup review score based on 236 family reviews

8.7
Review score30 facilities236 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 236 reviews of 30 Puyallup memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Puyallup 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

Puyallup review score compared against nearby cities

8.7
Puyallup, WA30 facilities
8.4
Edgewood, WA41 facilities
8.5
Sumner, WA35 facilities

Review subcategories for Puyallup 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 236 reviews of 30 Puyallup memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Puyallup 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.
Puyallup, WA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.2
Friendliness
4.2
4.3
Care services
3.6
4.0
Staff
3.9
4.1
Meals & dining
3.6
3.8
Activities
3.6
3.8
Value for cost*
3.6
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Puyallup memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Puyallup memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Puyallup, 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 Puyallup 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 Puyallup that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Puyallup, WANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
76.7%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
36.7%
49.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.3%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.7%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
80%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
26.7%
29.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93.3%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
63%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
83.3%
74%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Puyallup 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 Puyallup Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Puyallup, WANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
73.3%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
53.3%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20%
27.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Puyallup 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 Puyallup partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Puyallup, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
73.3%
45.1%
No sugar
No sugar
66.7%
42.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
56.7%
51%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
30%
17%
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Availability of select dining options in Puyallup 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 Puyallup communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Puyallup, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
56.7%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.7%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
60%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
50%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Puyallup 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 Puyallup offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Puyallup, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
80%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
46.7%
34.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
46.7%
28.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
73.3%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
76.7%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
80%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
66.7%
40.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
63.3%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
63.3%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
76.7%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
76.7%
48.7%
Dances
Dances
60%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
76.7%
47.2%
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State regulations for memory care in Puyallup

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Washington memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Puyallup protect seniors.
Learn about Washington memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Fieldstone Memory Care Puyallup, The Rivers at Puyallup and Merrill Gardens at Wright Park are the top-rated memory care facilities near Puyallup, Washington. See full list of communities.

There are 33 memory care facilities near Puyallup, Washington. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Puyallup, Washington are Merrill Gardens at Wright Park, Cogir of Kent and Merrill Gardens at Tukwila. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 33 memory care facilities near you in Puyallup, Washington typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Puyallup, Washington, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.

Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Puyallup, Washington, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.

The cost of memory care facilities in Puyallup, Washington ranges from $1230 to $10700. The average Memory Care cost in Puyallup, Washington is $4,839. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Puyallup, Washington typically starts at $1230. 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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