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9.2
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54 reviews
9.2
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54 reviews
5 star
72%
4 star
24%
3 star
2%
2 star
0%
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2%
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Staff is kind. Willing to work with families. Room is nice size for two adults. I would recommend them to others who are searching for senior living for their loved ones.
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 Spokane, our senior living community, we provide compassionate care in a, neighborhood setting. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident, and a full-time registered nurse is available 24 hours a day to provide clinical oversight and coordination of care.We...
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44 Floor plans available
8.5
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35 reviews
8.5
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35 reviews
5 star
46%
4 star
26%
3 star
11%
2 star
3%
1 star
14%
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5+ on all. What we like the most about the community is the Professional, caring staff; clean big rooms; specialized care. We would 100% recommend Brookdale Nine Mile community to other families based on our...
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.
A Community that Specializes in YouIf you or your loved one is dealing with memory loss, Alzheimer’s or some other cognitive challenge, you deserve a specialist. And you’ve found one. While other communities provide a wide range of care levels, we specialize in just one: memory care.You’ll find...
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I have no complaints about how things are going for my mother since she has made the move into this community. The staff have all been wonderful and I am comfortable with the quality of care they have...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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 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.
Vesta AFH is a senior living and Alzheimer's memory care community located in Spokane, Washington, Spokane County. Our lovely home is in a quiet residential neighborhood where our residents feel at home. Spokane offers many recreational opportunities in its extensive park system, including...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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 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.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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 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.
Home Sweet is located in Spokane, WA and provides some of the best services. Our staff are the warmest and friendliest staff around. We provide loving members to your loved one 24 hours a day, someone is always awake if your loved one needs assistance. We specialize in assisted living for age...
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Cost of assisted living in Ford, WA

The average cost of senior living in Ford is $6,256 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Wilbur, WA with an average of $5,760 per month.

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

Ford, WA
$6,256/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Ford, WA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$6,256/mo
$7,266/mo

Assisted living costs in Ford, WA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,502/mo
Studio
$4,716/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,314/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,342/mo

Senior living costs in Ford 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: Ford, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typeFord, WAWashingtonU.S.
Assisted Living$6,256/mo$6,480/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,266/mo$8,229/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$3,772/mo$4,089/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Ford, WA:$6,256/mo
Washington:$6,480/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Ford, WA:$7,266/mo
Washington:$8,229/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Ford, WA:$3,772/mo
Washington:$4,089/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Ford, WA, over time

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

Ford, WAWA stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Ford, WA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Ford 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 average 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
Ford, WA$6,106/mo$6,154/mo-0.8%
Washington$5,949/mo$5,711/mo+4.2%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Ford, WA
2024 average cost:$6,106/mo
2023 average cost:$6,154/mo
Percent change:-0.8%
Washington
2024 average cost:$5,949/mo
2023 average cost:$5,711/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
National
2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Ford, 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 Ford.

What families are saying about assisted living in Ford

Recent reviews for assisted living in Ford

Aspen Quality Care in Spokane, WA

5.0
I love Aspen Quality Care, it is just like a big extension of our family. We went with this community because it was smaller and it really does feel like a home with a family. Our loved one is getting wonderful care and everyone has been so sweet and supportive and helpful and caring. I do not ...
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Mary Ann's Home Care in Spokane, WA

5.0
Mary Ann's home care has truly been a God send for my mother and my family. We had been caring for her in her home for the past two years, but circumstances changed and we needed to move her quickly. Thankfully, there was an opening....I truly believe God led me to Marriana. Her home is ...
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Royal Park Retirement Center in Spokane, WA

4.8
The staff and their care services are a five plus. They keep us informed about what is going on with our loved one. On the financial side, they explained everything very thoroughly and took the time to make sure we understood what was in the future for our loved one.

Ford review score based on 1,196 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 1196 reviews of 31 Ford assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Ford 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

Ford review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Ford, WA31 facilities
8.5
Spokane, WA0 facilities
8.5
Springdale, WA117 facilities

Review subcategories for Ford 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 1,196 reviews of 31 Ford assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Ford 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.
Ford, WA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
3.6
Friendliness
4.5
3.6
Care services
4.2
3.3
Staff
4.6
3.5
Meals & dining
4.3
3.2
Activities
4.3
3.2
Value for cost*
4.2
3.2
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Ford assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ford assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ford, 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 Ford 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 Ford that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Ford, WANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
51.1%
45.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
31.1%
29.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
81.3%
91.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
84.6%
93.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
52.7%
49.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20.7%
26.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
82.9%
91.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
34.9%
41.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
59.2%
45.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Ford 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 Ford Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Ford, WANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
51.9%
44.4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
24.8%
28.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
37.7%
35.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.7%
11.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ford 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 Ford partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ford, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.5%
23.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
38.7%
35.5%
No sugar
No sugar
34.6%
32.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43.7%
31.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
15.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Ford 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 Ford communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ford, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
26.1%
27.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.9%
36.8%
Room service
Room service
36.6%
32%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.3%
15.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ford 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 Ford offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ford, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
40.6%
40.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.4%
26.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25.6%
26.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50.5%
43%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44%
42.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.3%
45.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36.6%
35.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36.3%
31%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
36.6%
33%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.3%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
39.1%
40.7%
Dances
Dances
25.5%
26.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.7%
21.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.3%
39.8%
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State regulations for assisted living in Ford

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 Ford protect seniors.
Learn about Washington assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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