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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.
One of the greatest mistakes an individual, or group of individuals can make is to fail at tending to the needs of beloved family members. This is not only one of the worst types of negligence, but also something that will cause guilt and turmoil in the long-term. As adults, it is our...
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They were wonderful. Lito really bent over backwards to take care of my loved one. I was really touched with how he was, it's hard to be in that business and get attached to these people and then they die. I...
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.
Grace Joy Adult Family Home is a group home for senior citizens as well as younger adults who might need extra attention. The staff at the facility provides exceptional care for dementia patients. There is staff at the facility 24 hours a day, and emergency services are offered. A doctor is on...
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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.
Penrose Harbor is part of the Continuing Care Retirement Community Heron's Key. Modeled after our parent Emerald Heights in Redmond, Penrose Harbor has been open since 2017 in the lovely city of Gig Harbor. We specialize in all stages and levels of senior care, from independent, assisted, and...
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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.
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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.
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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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.
Meridian Adult Family Home II of Federal Way, Washington, is a residential care home located near Dash Point State Park and close to Puget Sound. This award-winning facility offers the very finest in a private, home-like community for seniors needing assisted care. Meridian prides itself...
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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The staff are wonderful, supportive and understanding of my mother in law's condition. The food is good and they offer a variety of choices. The community is clean and they take care of any issues as needed....
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.
Cascade Park Gardens was constructed in 1995, and is located just West of the Tacoma Mall, Pierce County's dominant shopping center. From the large fireplaces that welcomes you, to our cozy entertainment and activity rooms, you will appreciate the warm and homelike atmosphere of Cascade Park...
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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.
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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.
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Kind and attentive people. I highly recommend this wonderful home.
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.
Tremendous colonial home, over 3700 sf with everything on the first floor. Large bedrooms with awning picture windows, lots of light and a terrific staff make it a joy to live here! Close to all amenities, fenced, air-conditioned and has a wonderful deck area with personal swing benches....
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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.
Located in a quiet and centrally located residential neighborhood in Tacoma, The Best of Oakes Adult Family Home offers a full array of senior care, assisted living, and special needs services to our clientele. Our facility, fully licensed by the state of Washington, is staffed by highly...
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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.
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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.
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.
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.
Marine View AFH is a Washington State licensed adult family home. It is home away from home and located on the golf course community of Twin Lakes. Our experienced and certified staff provide loving personal care in an intimate family environment. We take pride in the aptitude to provide all...
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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.
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Golden age adult family home is an exceptional place. It is so clean, and it takes such good care of the patients. I can't say enough good about it. I've had my wife there for over three years, and it was...
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.
Golden Age AFH is a residential care home located in the gorgeous town of Federal Way, Washington, in King County. The town is ideally situated between Tacoma and Seattle, and offers residents and visitors a plethora of exciting attractions. Shoppers love spending the day at The Commons at...
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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.
Marine View AFH II, RN is a residential care home in the gorgeous town of Federal Way, Washington, in King County. Federal Way is ideally located between the towns of Tacoma and Seattle. The town's northwest border runs along the Puget Sound which provides residents and visitors gorgeous beaches...
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.
Baraka Adult Family Home Baraka Adult Family Home is a senior care home located in Federal Way, WA within King County. Federal Way sits between Seattle and Tacoma, right on the Puget Sound. This lovely community is quiet and has beautiful views. It also has a great location between two larger...
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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.
Quiet, serene lakefront featuring view rooms. All bedrooms have a huge walk-in closets, along with cable outlets and telephone jacks. Home is light and bright and tastefully decorated…….very nice! Wonderful patio on lake side with lush landscaping and vivid flowers! Handicapped access, call...
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
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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.
Crystal Cottage is an assisted living facility located in Lakewood, Washington. Lakewood is a major suburb of Tacoma, Washington. Crystal Cottage is classified as a micro-community type adult care facility. It has a capacity of six clients, providing home type environment, unlike large...
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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.

Cost of assisted living in Ruston, WA

The average cost of senior living in Ruston is $4,914 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Ketron Island, WA with an average of $4,710 per month.

Assisted living costs in Ruston, WA, vs. nearby cities

Ruston, WA
$4,914/mo
$4,851/mo
$4,807/mo

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

Ruston, WA
$4,914/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,914/mo
$4,981/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,829/mo
Private
$6,417/mo
Studio
$5,196/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,733/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,765/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,111/mo

Senior living costs in Ruston 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: Ruston, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRuston, WAWashingtonU.S.
Assisted Living$4,914/mo$5,199/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,981/mo$5,265/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$3,780/mo$4,205/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Ruston, WA:$4,914/mo
Washington:$5,199/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Ruston, WA:$4,981/mo
Washington:$5,265/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Ruston, WA:$3,780/mo
Washington:$4,205/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Ruston, WA, over time

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

Ruston, WAWA stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Ruston, WA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Ruston 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
Ruston, WA$5,723/mo$5,913/mo-3.2%
Washington$5,870/mo$5,481/mo+7.1%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Ruston, WA
2024 average cost:$5,723/mo
2023 average cost:$5,913/mo
Percent change:-3.2%
Washington
2024 average cost:$5,870/mo
2023 average cost:$5,481/mo
Percent change:+7.1%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Ruston, 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 Ruston.

What families are saying about assisted living in Ruston

Recent reviews for assisted living in Ruston

Murano Senior Living in Seattle, WA

5.0
The staff there are really great, and turnover has been relatively low, which means the people who care for mom on a daily basis are very familiar with her needs. Also, she has friendly people dropping in to check on her frequently throughout the day. In addition to three meals a day, someone ...
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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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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.

Ruston review score based on 248 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 248 reviews of 106 Ruston assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Ruston 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

Ruston review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
Ruston, WA106 facilities
8.4
Tacoma, WA192 facilities
8.5
Fircrest, WA143 facilities

Review subcategories for Ruston 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 248 reviews of 106 Ruston assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Ruston 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.
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Cleanliness
4.1
4.1
Friendliness
4.2
4.1
Care services
3.7
3.8
Staff
4.1
4.0
Meals & dining
3.7
3.6
Activities
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Value for cost*
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Ruston assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ruston assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ruston, 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 Ruston 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 Ruston that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Ruston, WANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
70.8%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
47.2%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
70.8%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.1%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75.5%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
17.9%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
88.7%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60.4%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
78.3%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Ruston 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 Ruston Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Ruston, WANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
80.2%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
31.1%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60.4%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ruston 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 Ruston partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ruston, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.1%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
44.3%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
39.6%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
66%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25.5%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Ruston 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 Ruston communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ruston, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
21.7%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29.2%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
34%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
26.4%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ruston 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 Ruston offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ruston, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
31.1%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25.5%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.2%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.2%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
56.6%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.4%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.3%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25.5%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.7%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
34%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
24.5%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30.2%
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State regulations for assisted living in Ruston

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

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Merrill Gardens at Wright Park, Farrington Court and Lakota Hills Senior Care are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Ruston, Washington. See full list of communities.
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The best assisted living facilities near you in Ruston, Washington are Brookdale West Seattle, Merrill Gardens at Wright Park and Cogir of Kent. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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