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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Sound View Care Center is located in the prestigious University Place neighborhood.  Our property features sweeping, ever-changing views of the Pacific Ocean's beautiful Gig Harbor Peninsula, Puget Sound, and Fox Island.  Our residents enjoy watching the barges, sailboats, and...
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Cost of assisted living in Fair Harbor, WA

The average cost of senior living in Fair Harbor is $4,781 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Olympia, WA with an average of $4,664 per month.

Assisted living costs in Fair Harbor, WA, vs. nearby cities

Fair Harbor, WA
$4,781/mo

Assisted living costs in Fair Harbor, WA, vs. state and national averages

Fair Harbor, WA
$4,781/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

Assisted living costs in Fair Harbor, WA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,781/mo
$5,000/mo

Assisted living costs in Fair Harbor, WA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,276/mo
Private
$7,063/mo
Studio
$5,768/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,786/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,374/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,650/mo

Senior living costs in Fair Harbor 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: Fair Harbor, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typeFair Harbor, WAWashingtonU.S.
Assisted Living$4,781/mo$5,199/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$5,000/mo$5,265/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$3,819/mo$4,205/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Fair Harbor, WA:$4,781/mo
Washington:$5,199/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Fair Harbor, WA:$5,000/mo
Washington:$5,265/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Fair Harbor, WA:$3,819/mo
Washington:$4,205/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Fair Harbor, WA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Fair Harbor 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.

Fair Harbor, WAWA stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Fair Harbor, WA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Fair Harbor 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
Fair Harbor, WA$5,247/mo$5,507/mo-4.7%
Washington$5,481/mo$4,962/mo+10.5%
National$5,128/mo$4,793/mo+7.0%
Fair Harbor, WA
2024 average cost:$5,247/mo
2023 average cost:$5,507/mo
Percent change:-4.7%
Washington
2024 average cost:$5,481/mo
2023 average cost:$4,962/mo
Percent change:+10.5%
National
2024 average cost:$5,128/mo
2023 average cost:$4,793/mo
Percent change:+7.0%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Fair Harbor, WA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Fair Harbor.

What families are saying about assisted living in Fair Harbor

Recent reviews for assisted living in Fair Harbor

Ashley Gardens of Bremerton

4.2
Ashley Garden of Bremerton is going okay. My son has adjusted pretty well. I don't understand why he has to pay $25 a month for rubber gloves. It seems like a family plan because it's a smaller facility. Some staff are friendlier than others. I think the care is good. I took in a case of pop ...
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Olympics West Senior Living in Tumwater, WA

4.7
They are understaffed at the moment. So far I am pretty happy with this community. They have been shut down a few times due to covid but everything so far is well taken care of. The people seem to be happy here.

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.

Fair Harbor review score based on 95 family reviews

8.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 95 reviews of 25 Fair Harbor assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Fair Harbor review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

Fair Harbor review score compared against nearby cities

8.7
Fair Harbor, WA25 facilities
8.5
Herron Island, WA73 facilities
8.5
Stansberry Lake, WA22 facilities

Review subcategories for Fair Harbor assisted living

When assisted living 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 95 reviews of 25 Fair Harbor assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Fair Harbor resident and family assisted living 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.
Fair Harbor, WA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.1
Friendliness
4.3
4.2
Care services
3.8
3.8
Staff
4.3
4.1
Meals & dining
3.8
3.7
Activities
3.6
3.7
Value for cost*
3.7
3.7
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Fair Harbor assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fair Harbor assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fair Harbor, 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 Fair Harbor assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Fair Harbor that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Fair Harbor, WANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
64%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
32%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
68%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
76%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
24%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
88%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
64%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
84%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Fair Harbor assisted living

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 Fair Harbor Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Fair Harbor, WANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
76%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
36%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
28%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Fair Harbor assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Fair Harbor partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Fair Harbor, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
48%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
32%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
76%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
28%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Fair Harbor assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Fair Harbor communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Fair Harbor, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
32%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
32%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fair Harbor assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Fair Harbor offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Fair Harbor, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
32%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
56%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
56%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
32%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
32%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
28%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Fair Harbor

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. 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 assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Fair Harbor protect seniors.
Learn about Washington assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Merrill Gardens at Wright Park, Brookdale Harbor Bay and Cogir at The Narrows Tacoma Assisted Living are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Fair Harbor, Washington. See full list of communities.
There are 36 assisted living facilities near Fair Harbor, Washington. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Fair Harbor, Washington are Merrill Gardens at Wright Park and Brookdale Harbor Bay. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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