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Have not met many people working there but those said that I have have been nice. My brother is getting Good service. Few of the places a little bit expensive but where aren't they?
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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Cascade Place has a very nice environment. The residents who live there all get along well. The staff are amazing. Overall, I would say it is a great place. We chose it because we liked a smaller...
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.
Cascade Place is located in a quiet neighborhood in Enumclaw, Washington. We are just two blocks North of Enumclaw Park near the foothills of the Cascade Mountains and our mountain views are stunning. We pride ourselves on caring for our residents wholeheartedly. We offer: On site nursing...
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The staff has changed since our loved one has been at Living Court Assisted Living Community, but overall the quality of care is good when I am able to visit and the food that is served is great
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Living Court Assisted Living Community has 54 studio and one bedroom apartments. Living Court is located adjacent to a skilled nursing facility and approximately one block from the local hospital. It is near the heart of the city with shopping, medical clinics and the senior center nearby.
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The friendliness of the staff gets a 5+. Mom was at Expressions for about a year, overall the experience was very good but I cannot say enough about the staff that cared for her. They want above and beyond...
Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
One of the most difficult challenges a family can face is finding help for a loved one with Alzheimer's or another form of dementia. That's why we created Expressions, a program designed to respect dignity and independence, while providing a safe, dependable environment. When you first walk in to...
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In [name removed] my husband, [name removed] was misdiagnosed with a virus for nine days before it was determined he had a brain bleed. After a week in the hospital he was released to a rehab facility where...
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.
Nestled into a quiet cul-de-sac at the south end of Puyallup, Washington you will find Caring Arms Adult Family Home. Caring Arms has been given an average reviewer rating of five stars. Professional caregivers who are dedicated to meets the needs and address the concerns of each resident are a...
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Heritage House is wonderful! The care givers are really terrific with our mom. Since placing her in the memory care facility, it has given our family peace of mind, just knowing she cant just walk out...
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.
Heritage House at Mountain View is nestled at the base of majestic Mount Rainier in Buckley, Washington. This facility is easily accessable because it is located on Highway 410 which leads to Mount Rainier National Park and the White Pass Ski Area. Buckley is a quick drive from Tacoma, 30...
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The reason that I and dad choose the “Agape House” for my mom is because when we walked in the first thing we noticed was the setting. The people were friendly and everything was clean it was a place that 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.
Agape' is a place of love, our philosophy:'living is better blending the generations together'. Joann has worked in eldercare for the past 7 years. It is really her calling. Our children and grandchildren share in the service to our residents. Our home is lakefront with spectacular views,...
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Dad is doing very well since moving here. He loves the food to the point where he is actually gaining weight. They keep him clean all the time. The staff is very kind, friendly and helpful to my dad and the...
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.
Hearing a diagnosis of Alzheimer or Dementia is a scary time for the patient and the patient's family. A lot of decisions need to be made regarding personal care, medical assistance, and living arrangements. Facing the disease and the decisions that come with a diagnosis together as a family is...
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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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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 live in a rural area between Sumner, Boney Lake and Lake Taps, about 6 miles from Buckley. We are close to many stores, fire department, police department and post office. The neighborhood is very quiet. We ourselves have not met many of our neighbors as we have recently moved to this area. We...
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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.
Our goal when we opened this facility was to provide a home like atmosphere and environment that is full of happiness and enjoyment. We wanted a place where people would receive the best care getting their physical needs met, while at the same time having their mind and spirit enriched. Our motto...

Cost of assisted living in Upper Fairfax, WA

The average cost of senior living in Upper Fairfax is $4,673 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Eatonville, WA with an average of $4,511 per month.

Assisted living costs in Upper Fairfax, WA, vs. nearby cities

Upper Fairfax, WA
$4,673/mo
$4,877/mo
$4,855/mo

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

Upper Fairfax, WA
$4,673/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

Assisted living costs in Upper Fairfax, WA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,673/mo
$5,210/mo

Assisted living costs in Upper Fairfax, WA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,008/mo
Private
$6,750/mo
Studio
$4,270/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,850/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,400/mo

Senior living costs in Upper Fairfax 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: Upper Fairfax, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typeUpper Fairfax, WAWashingtonU.S.
Assisted Living$4,673/mo$5,199/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$5,210/mo$5,265/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$3,572/mo$4,205/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Upper Fairfax, WA:$4,673/mo
Washington:$5,199/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Upper Fairfax, WA:$5,210/mo
Washington:$5,265/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Upper Fairfax, WA:$3,572/mo
Washington:$4,205/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Upper Fairfax, WA, over time

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

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Assisted living cost trends in Upper Fairfax, WA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Upper Fairfax 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
Upper Fairfax, WA$5,694/mo$5,881/mo-3.2%
Washington$5,394/mo$4,844/mo+11.4%
National$5,062/mo$4,710/mo+7.5%
Upper Fairfax, WA
2024 average cost:$5,694/mo
2023 average cost:$5,881/mo
Percent change:-3.2%
Washington
2024 average cost:$5,394/mo
2023 average cost:$4,844/mo
Percent change:+11.4%
National
2024 average cost:$5,062/mo
2023 average cost:$4,710/mo
Percent change:+7.5%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Upper Fairfax, WA

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What families are saying about assisted living in Upper Fairfax

Recent reviews for assisted living in Upper Fairfax

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.

Cascade Place in Enumclaw, WA

5.0
I am very happy with the care at this community. The staff are helpful and keep me informed on her progress. The meals are good and very healthy that she does enjoy. The community is very and that is a good feeling. She is doing some of the activities that she does enjoy and likes playing cards ...
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Stafford Suites Sumner

4.8
I have lived here for six years, and can't think of anything that has irritated me. My son and I visited many communities and chose Stafford because everyone was so nice and my apartment has a mountain view.

Upper Fairfax review score based on 25 family reviews

8.0
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This proprietary review score is based on 25 reviews of 11 Upper Fairfax assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Upper Fairfax 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

Upper Fairfax review score compared against nearby cities

8.0
Upper Fairfax, WA11 facilities
7.7
Carbonado, WA12 facilities
7.7
Wilkeson, WA14 facilities

Review subcategories for Upper Fairfax 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 25 reviews of 11 Upper Fairfax assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Upper Fairfax 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.
Upper Fairfax, WA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.1
Friendliness
4.2
4.2
Care services
3.7
3.8
Staff
4.0
4.1
Meals & dining
3.7
3.7
Activities
3.6
3.7
Value for cost*
3.8
3.7
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Upper Fairfax assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Upper Fairfax assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Upper Fairfax, 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 Upper Fairfax 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 Upper Fairfax that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
81.8%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
36.4%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
63.6%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
81.8%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27.3%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
90.9%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
72.7%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
90.9%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Upper Fairfax 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 Upper Fairfax Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Upper Fairfax, WANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
81.8%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
27.3%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
45.5%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
36.4%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Upper Fairfax 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 Upper Fairfax partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Upper Fairfax, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.2%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
54.5%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
45.5%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
72.7%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.1%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Upper Fairfax 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 Upper Fairfax communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Upper Fairfax, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
18.2%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.4%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
45.5%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
27.3%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Upper Fairfax 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 Upper Fairfax offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Upper Fairfax, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
45.5%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
9.1%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.3%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.5%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.5%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
72.7%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36.4%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36.4%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
36.4%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.5%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
36.4%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
9.1%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
9.1%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
54.5%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Upper Fairfax

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 Upper Fairfax protect seniors.
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