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If your loved one needs memory care in Rainier Valley, A Place for Mom can help. With 89 memory care facilities in Rainier Valley, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

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

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I chose Merrill Gardens because I checked several other places and it was by far the best. I have a 2 bedroom and it is very large. I have seen the 1 bedrooms and studios and they seem to be a good size as...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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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.
Merrill Gardens is located in downtown Burien and offers a blend of traditional architecture and modern elements. The community has a courtyard and amphitheater, open to the public, right next door to the existing town center park. Merrill Gardens at Burien offers a well-appointed library,...
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Excellent food, very friendly and caring staff, many activities. The grounds are lovely. The building shows its age but is going to be replaced soon. Based on my father's experience, I would recommend Ida...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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.
Welcome to Ida Culver House Ravenna, an Era Living community. Ida Culver House offers a warm, vibrant lifestyle, a vast array of amenities, rich programming, and exceptional Independent Living and Assisted Living care. Ida Culver House Ravenna is a community of 90 residences, nestled in the...
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Sagebrook made me feel at home and that they cared about my experience as well as my wife's. Although my wife had stopped being responsive to care, they went out of their way to attempt to reach her and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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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.
Sagebrook Senior Living at Bellevue is in the town of Bellevue, King County, Washington, situated between Lake Washington to the east and Lake Sammamish to the west. It is a suburb of Seattle and gets its name from the French, meaning 'beautiful view.' Surrounded by mountain views, it is...
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We chose Aegis at Ravenna at the time because. Aegis has a reputation of memory care, and they do have that available, I do believe some residents in the assisted living part of the facility are waiting to...
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.
Aegis at Ravenna redefines assisted living as you know it. Located in the peaceful neighborhood of Maple Leaf, our newest community will meet your every need with the finest amenities, professional staff, enriching activities, and irresistible cuisine.Inspired by the Italian city of Ravenna, our...
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staff and residents were very welcoming. very smooth transition with move in process. staff are very friendly and very helpful.
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
Park Place is a very special retirement and assisted living community located 3 miles east of Boeing Field in Seattle. The doors are scheduled to open the end of April providing 154 luxurious studio and one bedroom apartments for seniors. All the apartments come equipped with microwaves,...
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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.
Cannon House, with 100 assisted living units and 20 senior independent apartments, is located in the heart of Seattle's Central District. This modern, spacious facility was opened in 2002 with the intent to provide first rate and affordable services that would allow all seniors to remain close...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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
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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.
Nikkei Manor Assisted Living offers an inviting community for older adults who want to maintain a lifestyle of active choice. Free from worries about everyday tasks, our residents have the time to enjoy the friendship of a new neighbor, a visit from a grandchild, a gardening project on a sunny...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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, Memory Care
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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.
Comfort and care has an address – and it’s The Terraces at Skyline.It’s nice to know there’s a special place that offers exceptional care for every stage of life. Open since 2009, Skyline is a not-for-profit community nestled in the heart of the city. As Seattle’s only true Life Care community...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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.
Provides: Assisted Living
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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
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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.
About The MountThe Mount is a vibrant and innovative living care community in West Seattle for older adults that celebrates life, living, and individual capability. As a resident or patient, you will be treated with dignity and respect and empowered to work hand in hand with us to develop a plan...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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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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.
Nestled in the heart of Pike Place Market is a treasure just waiting to be discovered — Heritage House at the Market. With panoramic views of Elliot Bay and the Olympic Mountains, Heritage House offers private apartments in a rich urban environment. Staffed 24 hours a day, Heritage House brings...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living
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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, Memory Care
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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.
A Victorian design complete with a lovely wraparound veranda and clock tower that overlooks Rodgers Park. Vintage charm continues when you step inside the door, from the grand winding staircase to The Boardwalk - complete with the Lotus Flower Yoga Studio, Grand Palace Theater, salt water pool,...
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Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Welcome to The Inn at Belle Harbour, where those living with the challenges of memory loss are welcomed to a world built around loving care, modern dementia practices, and urban sophistication. Belle Harbour is the pinnacle of memory care in the city of Bellevue and its surrounding region,...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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 The Park at Belle Harbour, where modern luxury meets urban sophistication. Belle Harbour is the pinnacle of independent and assisted living in the city of Bellevue and its surrounding region, delivering world-class service & care, community craftsmanship, and unprecedented...
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Provides: Memory Care
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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.
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This is a wonderful place to be. The staff does an excellent job at taking care of my loved one. Since coming to this community my loved one has thrived and that makes me very happy. Some of the staff here...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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.
One of the most difficult times in a family's life is having to find a senior home for their beloved elderly family members. As people age, they require a type of care that isn't necessarily easy to tend to. They require a type of assistance that is there for every hour of the day. With the...

Cost of memory care in Rainier Valley, WA

The average cost of senior living in Rainier Valley is $5,209 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Renton, WA with an average of $5,100 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Rainier Valley, WA vs. nearby cities

Rainier Valley, WA
$5,209/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Rainier Valley, WA vs. the state and national average

Rainier Valley, WA
$5,209/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Rainier Valley vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$5,209/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Rainier Valley, WA by room type

Semi-Private
$5,085/mo
Studio
$4,736/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,522/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,334/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,875/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Rainier Valley over time

Rainier Valley, WAWA stateNational

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What families are saying about memory care in Rainier Valley

Recent reviews for memory care in Rainier Valley

Aegis at Marymoor in Redmond

4.5
I have not had a lot of experience with facilities but visited 5. Aegis at Marymoor seemed small and homey. The staff are all very friendly and interested in the residents. They try to customize activities when possible. I don’t have any concerns and my wife with dementia considers it her home ...
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Murano Senior Living in Seattle, WA

4.8
The reason we gave the meals and dining a 3 out of 5 is because - a) meats are overcooked and tough at least half of the time. The exception is seafood which is good; b) small vegetables portions; c) no options for seasoning preferences such as offering mild and spicy versions for specials and ...
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Aegis of Kirkland

5.0
I can confidently rate Aegis of Kirkland a 5 out of 5. My brother and I found Aegis to be very clean in all the common areas as well as private areas. The food is excellent, and the staff is compassionate. They have several activities going on throughout the day. There is something that ...
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Rainier Valley review score based on 209 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 209 reviews of 78 Rainier Valley memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Rainier Valley 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

Rainier Valley review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Rainier Valley, WA78 facilities
8.3
Mercer Island, WA97 facilities
8.3

Review subcategories for Rainier Valley 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 209 reviews of 78 Rainier Valley memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Rainier Valley 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.
Rainier Valley, WA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.4
Friendliness
4.8
4.5
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.7
4.4
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
4.4
4.0
Value for cost*
4.2
4.1
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Rainier Valley memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Rainier Valley memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Rainier Valley, 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 Rainier Valley 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 Rainier Valley that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Rainier Valley, WANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
79.5%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
39.7%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.4%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.7%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
82.1%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
38.5%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.4%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
66.7%
62.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
76.9%
73.5%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Rainier Valley 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 Rainier Valley Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Rainier Valley, WANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
75.6%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
53.8%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
57.7%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
17.9%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Rainier Valley 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 Rainier Valley partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Rainier Valley, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
48.7%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
73.1%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
67.9%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
74.4%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
30.8%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Rainier Valley 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 Rainier Valley communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Rainier Valley, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
71.8%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
73.1%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
67.9%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
59%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Rainier Valley 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 Rainier Valley offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Rainier Valley, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
76.9%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
55.1%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
61.5%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
69.2%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
75.6%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
82.1%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
71.8%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
70.5%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
71.8%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
75.6%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
75.6%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
57.7%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
56.4%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
74.4%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Merrill Gardens at Wright Park, Brookdale West Seattle and Cogir of Edmonds are the top-rated memory care facilities near Rainier Valley, Washington. See full list of communities.

There are 89 memory care facilities near Rainier Valley, Washington. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Rainier Valley, Washington are Merrill Gardens at Wright Park, Brookdale West Seattle and Cogir of Edmonds. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 89 memory care facilities near you in Rainier Valley, Washington typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Rainier Valley, 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 Rainier Valley, 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 Rainier Valley, Washington ranges from $1200 to $15620. The average Memory Care cost in Rainier Valley, Washington is $5,209. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Rainier Valley, Washington typically starts at $1200. 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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