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44 Photos available
9.9
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41 reviews
9.9
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After being my husband's full-time caregiver for several years, I knew a change in lifestyle was imminent. I moved to Merrill Gardens at Wright Park to have the security and comfort of knowing others were...
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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88 Photos available
1111 Floor plans available
9.8
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50 reviews
9.8
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50 reviews
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We are already there and we love it there. We like the cleanliness and we would recommend Cedar Ridge by Bonaventure 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.
Looking for an exceptional senior living community?Well, you’ve found it. When you combine an exceptional lifestyle, ready-made friends and outstanding service, the result is what we callRetirement Perfected™Welcome to Bonaventure Retirement, Assisted Living & Memory Care Community Life is...
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9.8
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76 reviews
9.8
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76 reviews
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I am especially impressed with the responsiveness of the staff. When I have questions or concerns, the staff responds very quickly to me. I would absolutely recommend to 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.
Our Approach to Memory CareAt Fieldstone Memory Care, we are committed to enriching the lives of our residents and their families by providing engaging, compassionate care focused on residents with Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia. Our team is made up of exceptional people who are...
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9.5
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77 reviews
9.5
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77 reviews
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Food is fine, all day dinning helps to be flexible but service can be slow sometimes. And run out of dinner rolls quickly at dinner time, which was a surprise. When we first moved in it was a Friday, the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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44 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.3
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26 reviews
9.3
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26 reviews
5 star
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Very nice place to live. Employees all friendly and helpful. Other residents friendly and ready to assist. Very clean and well maintained. Restaurants very good. Creative food menu. Very clean. I would...
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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1111 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.2
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23 reviews
9.2
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23 reviews
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Originally, I expected to have to stay on top of staff, etc. as I worried about the kind of care Mom would get. The Village was a wonderful surprise. After my husband and I toured the facility, we were...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Village Senior Living offers expansive common areas, large apartments and an array of services & amenities for independent living, assisted living and memory care. Our community is four stories with apartments on the first three floors dedicated to assisted living and personal care...
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2222 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.1
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49 reviews
9.1
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49 reviews
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Staff is friendly and helpful. They treated my mom with love and kindness like she was their own family. They really did treat us like family. They had great communication throughout the entire process. My...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
At The Rivers at Puyallup, our exceptional staff, engaging activities, and active social life make our residents happy to call our community home.Puyallup is an assisted living, memory care, and independent living community located just outside of downtown Puyallup, a quiet town with many...
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9.0
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4 reviews
9.0
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4 reviews
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Dawn AFH provides personalized care for each resident. They are both compassionate and mindful to follow regulations. They keep their homes super clean and comfortable. My aunt and uncle receive excellent...
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.
Dawn Adult Family Home has been open since June 28, 2021. I have 14 years of experience in senior care. What makes this facility unique and special is its way of making you feel at home. We are located in Auburn Washington in the LeaHill area. Were beside Green River College and near Kent,...
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9.0
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56 reviews
9.0
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56 reviews
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Staff were thoughtful and activities were enriching. Dad loved the food and the structure they provided to his day was so helpful in his recovery.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Weatherly Inn-Tacoma is an assisted living community located on the shore of Horsehead Bay in the city of Tacoma, Pierce County, Washington. Walking distance from Point Defiance Park and Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium, Weatherly Inn-Tacoma residents and visitors have easy access to excellent...
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9.0
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27 reviews
9.0
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27 reviews
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I would give the staff a 4 however there are also 5's, quality of care 5, food 5 (mom has gained 25 lbs since she started living there), cleanliness 4/5. My only complaint is that the residents have to...
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.
Outside the main entrance to Patriots Landing Retirement Community near Puget Sound, WA, fly the flags of the U.S. Army, the Air Force, The U.S. Navy, and the Marine Corps. In a nod to those who have served our county, Patriots Landing was initially designed exclusively for retired and former...
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9.0
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6 reviews
9.0
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6 reviews
5 star
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My mom has been there a year and it has been nothing but excellent. They had an inspection recently and I think they just had one minor infraction. The food seems a bit dull to me, but my mom eats it...
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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1313 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.9
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229 reviews
8.9
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229 reviews
5 star
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Meridian at Stone Creek is wonderful. It was not a hard choice too decide to move our mom in. From the moment we walked in, we felt so welcome and comfortable. Sales Director was positive, and her energy,...
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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1111 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.8
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57 reviews
8.8
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57 reviews
5 star
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I have lived here for 7 weeks and am very happy with The Lodge at Mallard's Landing. The staff is kinda and attentive, the food is delicious and they have many fun activities. Other residents are welcoming...
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.
Come enjoy the good life at The Lodge at Mallard's Landing!Our senior living lifestyle offerings provide you with the level of care you may need to live the life you love. Nestled in the greenery of the Pacific Northwest, our customized on-site services and impressive amenities truly set The...
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1212 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.7
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22 reviews
8.7
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22 reviews
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They have a great staff and it's a smaller facility. I would definitely recommend them to others who are searching for care for their loved one.
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Hearthside Manor is a memory care community that offers 34 private bedrooms, secure non-challenging environment, licensed nurses on staff, dementia trained caregivers, 3 nutritious meals served daily, snacks available 24 hours, daily activities and entertainers, individualized service plans,...
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8.5
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My sister and my niece actually found this facility in Tacoma. I ended up liking the facility because it seemed to be rated well, was centrally located in Tacoma making it easier for my mom's adult children...
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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8.5
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8 reviews
8.5
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We would rate everything at a 5. [name removed] was the main caregiver for Kirk. He was wonderful! We appreciated him! Their place was spotless. Very attentive to other residents. Meals were well planned....
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.
We are a young couple (under 50 yo) with vast experience in taking care of older adults (with or without dementia or other mental health issues) and incapacitated people. We love our job and we’re doing everything in our power to make life easier and enjoyable for our residents.Our beautiful,...
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88 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.4
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32 reviews
8.4
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32 reviews
5 star
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Absolutely everyone there is so kind and helpful and caring. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would without hesitation recommend this community to other families.
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Memory Care at its FinestIt’s time to get some help on the senior journey. Fortunately, you’ve found one of the premier memory care communities in the Harbor Bay area.We are a warm and welcoming memory care community located in Gig Harbor, Washington. Our community features a valued location with...
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8.4
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44 reviews
8.4
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44 reviews
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My Mom [removed name] is a resident there. Although she is new to Avista, she already feels safe and cared for. The staff are so sweet to her. I live in ID so it is comforting to know she is well taken...
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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8.1
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24 reviews
8.1
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Yes I would recommend to others , they also have a step down program when you run out of funds to flip over to Medicare. Closer to friends and family
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
We’re asked to wear a lot of hats in life like loving husband, model employee, and supportive parent, but one of the most challenging roles to fill is caregiver. Caregivers are often forced to walk fine lines, lines like being available to keep an eye on their dad in case he takes another fall,...
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77 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.1
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51 reviews
8.1
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The staff is friendly, nice variety of food is served, many activities for all levels of participation. I would definitely recommend them to others who are searching for senior living for their loved one.
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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8.0
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16 reviews
8.0
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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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99 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.0
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5 reviews
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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
66 Floor plans available
8.0
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37 reviews
8.0
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37 reviews
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Staff is wonderful - warm and friendly. Grounds and housing is kept immaculate. Food is tasty and they offer a large variety of choices.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Our community is designed to meet your individual needs and give you the freedom to be yourself. We offer the best in independent senior living, assisted living and memory care from a family-owned company that knows connection is everything.We are close to shopping, dining, and other services in...
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1212 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.0
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The onboarding experience was seamless, smooth and comforting. Staff was engaging, smiling and happy at all times. But even more was the large number of tenants who were well dressed and engaged in all kinds...
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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77 Photos available
8.0
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24 reviews
8.0
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24 reviews
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So far, so good. The staff seems very nice. The staff has been there long term, which is a good sign. We did just get a memo from them about some changes for the Medicaid application. Not the newest...
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.
Olympic Alzheimer’s Residence was completed in 1994 and is a community designed to care for those suffering from memory loss, Alzheimer’s Disease, and related dementias. Residents feel safe and comfortable – nestled in a structure styled after a mountain lodge, with stone fireplaces and broad...
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Cost of assisted living in Pierce County, WA

The average cost of senior living in Pierce County is $5,856 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Crocker, WA with an average of $6,521 per month.

Assisted living costs in Pierce County, WA, vs. nearby counties

Pierce County, WA
$5,856/mo

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

Pierce County, WA
$5,856/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Pierce County, WA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,856/mo
$7,793/mo

Assisted living costs in Pierce County, WA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,152/mo
Studio
$4,605/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,177/mo

Senior living costs in Pierce County 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: Pierce County, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typePierce County, WAWashingtonU.S.
Assisted Living$5,856/mo$6,480/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,793/mo$8,229/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$4,106/mo$4,089/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Pierce County, WA:$5,856/mo
Washington:$6,480/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Pierce County, WA:$7,793/mo
Washington:$8,229/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Pierce County, WA:$4,106/mo
Washington:$4,089/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Pierce County, WA, over time

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

Pierce County, WAWA stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Pierce County, WA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Pierce County 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
Pierce County, WA$5,748/mo$5,903/mo-2.6%
Washington$5,949/mo$5,711/mo+4.2%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Pierce County, WA
2024 average cost:$5,748/mo
2023 average cost:$5,903/mo
Percent change:-2.6%
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 Pierce County, 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 Pierce County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Pierce County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Pierce County

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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Aegis of Greenwood in Seattle, WA

5.0
The staff in the memory care unit was as caring as any staff could be,. They took my dad on trips as long as he was able. But don't think that you can leave all the care of your loved one up to any staff. Visit your loved one often. Also all memory care places are more than willing to let you ...
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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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Pierce County review score based on 315 family reviews

9.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 315 reviews of 58 Pierce County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Pierce County 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

Pierce County review score compared against nearby cities

9.4
Pierce County, WA58 facilities
9.1
9.5
King County, WA0 facilities

Review subcategories for Pierce County 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 315 reviews of 58 Pierce County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Pierce County 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.
Pierce County, WA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
3.6
Friendliness
4.4
3.6
Care services
4.2
3.3
Staff
4.5
3.5
Meals & dining
4.2
3.2
Activities
4.3
3.2
Value for cost*
4.1
3.2
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Pierce County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Pierce County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Pierce County, 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 Pierce County 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 Pierce County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Pierce County, WANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
62.8%
45.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
24.3%
29.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
86.1%
91.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
88.1%
93.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
62.9%
49.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
26.9%
26.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
87.9%
91.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
37.4%
41.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
68.4%
45.8%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Pierce County 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 Pierce County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Pierce County, WANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
56.6%
44.4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
42.2%
28.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
42.4%
35.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
9.6%
11.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Pierce County 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 Pierce County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Pierce County, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
24.6%
23.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
52.5%
35.5%
No sugar
No sugar
49.7%
32.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
52.8%
31.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.4%
15.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Pierce County 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 Pierce County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Pierce County, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
47.2%
27.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
55.8%
36.8%
Room service
Room service
46.5%
32%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
37.9%
15.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Pierce County 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 Pierce County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Pierce County, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
56.4%
40.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.3%
26.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
41.3%
26.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
56.8%
43%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
56.7%
42.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63%
45.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50.2%
35.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
51.5%
31%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
51.9%
33%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
56.5%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
56.4%
40.7%
Dances
Dances
46.5%
26.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
39.9%
21.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
56.2%
39.8%
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State regulations for assisted living in Pierce County

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 Pierce County 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, Cedar Ridge by Bonaventure and Fieldstone Memory Care Puyallup are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Pierce County, Washington. See full list of communities.
There are 697 assisted living facilities near Pierce County, Washington. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Pierce County, Washington are Merrill Gardens at Wright Park, Farrington Court and Cogir of Kent. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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