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Photo of Pacifica Senior Living Ellensburg
3030 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.9
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115 reviews
9.9
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The care that my father received was wonderful, he was always clean, happy and well fed. I could tell he was always clean, happy and well fed. I could tell that that staff new him and truly cared about him....
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.
Pacifica Senior Living Ellensburg offers independent and assisted living accommodations to seniors in the greater Kittitas Valley area in Central Washington in Kittitas County. Our residents enjoy mountain views, easy access to shopping, dining, entertainment and medical services. Ellensburg has...
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1515 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.5
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47 reviews
9.5
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47 reviews
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I would recommend. Our mother is loving living at Solista, she is doing fun things and meeting new friends, and all the staff is so nice and welcoming. They have been great! Mom said she wished she would...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Orchard Park provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.Orchard Park offers you a comfortable, welcoming home in the heart of Washington's grace and splendor. We're close to all of life's necessities like shopping, dining, entertainment and healthcare. You'll want to...
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Photo of Parkview Estates
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9.4
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54 reviews
9.4
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All of the care staff are very helpful and kind, I haven't met anyone that doesn't seem like they don't enjoy being there. The food is good most of the time, but sometimes it's not. They do have a nice a la...
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.
Parkview Estates is an assisted living community located in the city of Kennewick, Washington in the county of Benton. Seniors at Parkview Estates enjoy an interesting variety of local activities that they can participate in. If they enjoy fishing or boating, the Columbia River is less than two...
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Photo of Solstice Senior Living at Kennewick
4343 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.2
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58 reviews
9.2
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It's not assisted living but the staff are very helpful. And those who have caregivers seem to really like them. There is a person who oversees the caregivers full time but it's privately funded and not part...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Solstice Senior Living at Kennewick provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.Nestled in a beautiful, park-like setting within the scenic community of Kennewick, you'll be charmed by our views of the Columbia River. Residents love the convenience of being close to...
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88 Photos available
1010 Floor plans available
8.9
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A lot of turnover in nursing staff. One nurse that was less friendly and helpful left facility but then returned. General staff turnover was high. New director not as friendly and helpful as previous.
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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88 Photos available
8.6
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14 reviews
8.6
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We moved my mother to Avista from [community removed] approximately 6 weeks ago. She was not receiving the care and attention from the staff at Hearthstone she required. We feel [community removed] 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.
Avista Ellensburg is located in a quiet residential neighborhood in the small city of Ellensburg, Washington. Ellensburg is home to Central Washington University which is one mile north of us, and our residents enjoy the many cultural, educational and entertainment options available there.Our...
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Photo of Avamere at Englewood Heights
1010 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.5
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17 reviews
8.5
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What we like the most about the community are the activities and the social engagement's. Yes, we would recommend Avamere at Englewood Heights to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
Your Life, Enhanced in Avamereat Englewood HeightsExperience an environment focused on supporting an active, independent lifestyle for our independent and assisted living residents and providing familiarity, comfort, and engaging activities for our memory care residents.No matter where you are in...
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Photo of Brookdale Meadow Springs
99 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
8.5
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41 reviews
8.5
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We moved our mom up to Meadow Springs from Northern California. She had lived in her own home with a live in caretaker, who was usually her only friend. She is a very social person, so when she got to...
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 our assisted living community, we believe sustaining social relationships and friendships is an integral part of aging well and living well. You’ll connect with other seniors who share similar interests and life experiences to enjoy a vibrant, active, friend-filled life. Our community, located...
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Photo of Brookdale Richland
99 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
8.4
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41 reviews
8.4
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I love living at Brookdale Richland. They all respect our choices and preferences on care and dining. My apt is clean and always feel safe. The staff and other residents are amazing and friendly.
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.
The perfect place to find a redefined independence.Exploring assisted living options can be intimidating sometimes, but it shouldn’t be! Life here means trading the worries and cares of home ownership and maintenance for a whole staff of people to do your cooking, cleaning and chores. And you’ll...
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Photo of Sunnyside Assisted Living
88 Photos available
8.0
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4 reviews
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Staff is very wonderful. My Father was with them a very short period of time before passing. Assistant Director [name removed] kept in touch with us everyday, even visited our father in the hospital. She is...
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.
Sun Terrace Retirement and Assisted Living Community's assisted living options offer personalized assistance, supportive services and compassionate care in a professionally managed, carefully designed, retirement community setting. It's the perfect alternative for seniors who can no longer live...
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Photo of Hawthorne Court
55 Photos available
7.9
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46 reviews
7.9
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46 reviews
5 star
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Because of the age , there are not a lot of common areas to visit, or have meals with Mom. But hey have a lot of turn over (or seems) with the medical techs. All very young. They are very willing to help...
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.
Offering spacious one-and two-bedroom apartments and cottages in a single-story building in the Hawthorne Park neighborhood of Kennewick, in the Tri-Cities region, Hawthorne Court is active retirement living at its best. We are proud to boast a location in the heart of Washington wine country,...
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Photo of Prestige Senior Living at Hearthstone
77 Photos available
7.8
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4 reviews
7.8
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We have been very happy with Hearthstone. It would be a 5 for all. Very friendly staff, the facility is not luxurious but clean and well cared for. Comfortable and attractive surroundings, nice people. It's...
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.
Prestige Senior Living at Hearthstone is located in Ellensburg, Washington in beautiful Central Washington. Hearthstone is a perfect option for those who wish to maintain different levels of independence, and enjoy the comfort of home, but prefer the specialized programming, amenities, and...
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Photo of Brookdale Hearthstone Moses Lake
1818 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
7.5
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16 reviews
7.5
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The Ed of Brookdale from the open house I attend was so friendly and attentive. She was making a smoothie for a resident there. She was so caring. I came in with a family member of a resident and you can...
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.
Full Life. Fuller Hearts.Our assisted living programs are built to provide our seniors with exactly the life they’re capable of. Our residents live without the worry and hassle that often comes from living at home. And because they have a huge, ever-changing list of activities to get involved...
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Photo of Ciel Senior Living of Tri-Cities
44 Photos available
7.2
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47 reviews
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Nice and clean, nice food menu, and good activities. I think the administrative staff could improve by reaching out to family (phone calls) on any changes of family member changes of health or needs.
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.
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Photo of Cascades Chesterley
2020 Photos available
6.0
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22 reviews
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They are very kind, caring, and attentive. Every one we checked was to expensive but this one was better for the money. I like them a lot. They are very caring and it's not too crowded.
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.
Lease by December 31st and get $1,000 off your rent for the first three months. THAT’S A SAVINGS OF $3,000!*We are continuing to admit new Residents, where possible and appropriate, to help residents and families in need. We will do all we can to help those who are in need of our services now and...
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Photo of Peach Tree Retirement Center
3030 Photos available
6.5
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12 reviews
6.5
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12 reviews
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The cost seems to be a little much for a studio apartment, mom seems to be settling in though. Some of the tenants are not very talkative. The lunch menu doesn't seem to be enough solid food for an elderly...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
You have discovered senior living in style! Peach Tree Retirement Center is nestled in a quiet residential neighborhood in Yakima, overlooking a beautiful mini orchard, and a garden filled with vegetables and fresh herbs. Peach Tree Retirement Centers' home-like setting on 4 gorgeously landscaped...
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Photo of Brookdale Yakima
88 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
5.0
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Overall it's been a pretty positive experience. A few things need addressing, but I would still recommend checking it out for placement. love the energy! Everyone seems so happy all the time. The biggest...
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.
In our assisted living community, located in Yakima, Wash., and conveniently close to restaurants, medical offices, churches, coffee houses, banks and a post office, you can fill in your social calendar and focus on fun, and we’ll provide just the right amount of personal assistance and care to...
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Photo of Avista Yakima
88 Photos available
5.3
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28 reviews
5.3
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28 reviews
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I wish there had been more staff to care for the residents, they said it was memory care, but my paperwork said assisted living. My mom got out of the facility 4 times. Overall the staff that were there were...
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.
Avista Yakima is located on the south side of Yakima Washington, just one half mile north of Randall Park. Yakima is known for its apple orchards and natural beauty and we provide transportation to town for dining, enjoying community events and scenic drives.Our community offers activities to...
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66 Photos available
3.0
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10 reviews
3.0
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My main objection is that the only view overlooks a busy and noisy road. Mom has good hearing, so she chose a quiet room but the only view is the tiny courtyard and other apartments. I think she'd be...
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.
Sun Terrace Prosser's assisted living options offer personalized assistance, supportive services and compassionate care in a professionally managed, carefully designed, retirement community setting. It's the perfect alternative for seniors who can no longer live on their own at home, yet don't...
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Monroe House was the greatest place ever. The staff was more caring and patient towards the residents and family than at other communities, I believe. They tried to include my loved one in all the...
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.
Monroe House is a Genesis senior living community located in stunning Moses Lake, Washington. The lake, for which our town is named, is the largest body of fresh water in the county and provides over 120 miles of shoreline to relax and enjoy. At Monroe House we offer high quality senior living...
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Our experience with Avamere at Moses Lake has been simply outstanding! Despite living out of state, we have been able to coordinate everything over the phone. The staff has gone above and beyond to...
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.
Avamere at Moses Lake offers independent and assisted living accommodations for seniors in the Grant County, Washington area. Moses Lake offers many natural and beautiful scenic areas for our residents to enjoy. Our residents look forward to attending town festivals such as the Spring Festival...
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Photo of Royal Columbian
77 Photos available
5.8
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19 reviews
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Lots of changes over the last year. It’s nice to see everyone smiling and happy. New staff along with the staff that has been there since I moved my parents in. I love the gal that does the activities! She...
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.
Royal Columbian Retirement Inn is a warm, home-like community located in Kennewick, WA. Our community is surrounded by beautiful landscaping, mature trees, and some apartments offer views of the lovely Columbia River! We are located in a well established residential area, with close proximity to...
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88 Photos available
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My Mom has been at TCRI since 2014. I am so pleased with the care she receives from all of the staff. During this time she has transitioned over to the Dementia/Alzheimer's wing, and the great care has only...
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.
Tri Cities Retirement Inn is a warm and inviting community offering many living choices in the heart of Pasco, WA. Our Independent Living apartments offer relaxed living with security, privacy, comfort and freedom - without the everyday responsibilities of yard work, house cleaning and cooking!...
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Sun Tower is a non-profit community that has been serving the Yakima Valley for over 39 years, providing services to people 62 years of age and older without regard to race, color, sex, creed, disability or national origin. Located downtown, within walking distance of shopping, the theater, the...
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Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.

Cost of independent living in Desert Aire, WA

The average cost of senior living in Desert Aire is $6,768 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Zillah, WA with an average of $2,871 per month.

Independent living costs in Desert Aire, WA, vs. nearby cities

Desert Aire, WA
$6,768/mo
$6,783/mo

Independent living costs in Desert Aire, WA, vs. state and national averages

Desert Aire, WA
$6,768/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Desert Aire, WA, vs. other senior living options

$8,395/mo
Independent Living
$6,768/mo

Independent living costs in Desert Aire, WA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,119/mo
Studio
$3,943/mo
1 Bedroom
$22,126/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,310/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,420/mo

Senior living costs in Desert Aire 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: Desert Aire, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDesert Aire, WAWashingtonU.S.
Independent Living$6,768/mo$4,205/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$7,156/mo$5,199/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$8,395/mo$5,265/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Desert Aire, WA:$6,768/mo
Washington:$4,205/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Desert Aire, WA:$7,156/mo
Washington:$5,199/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Desert Aire, WA:$8,395/mo
Washington:$5,265/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Desert Aire, WA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Desert Aire 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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Independent living cost trends in Desert Aire, WA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Desert Aire 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
Desert Aire, WA$2,640/mo$3,080/mo-14.3%
Washington$3,640/mo$3,446/mo+5.6%
National$3,265/mo$3,169/mo+3.0%
Desert Aire, WA
2024 average cost:$2,640/mo
2023 average cost:$3,080/mo
Percent change:-14.3%
Washington
2024 average cost:$3,640/mo
2023 average cost:$3,446/mo
Percent change:+5.6%
National
2024 average cost:$3,265/mo
2023 average cost:$3,169/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Desert Aire

Recent reviews for independent living in Desert Aire

Brookdale Richland

4.5
I had to move my mother here recently. The staff have been very friendly and helpful. I ate lunch there one day with mom and the food was very good and it was nice to have a selection of main dishes instead of just one. The building seems to be cheerful, clean, and all staff have been great. ...
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Brookdale Hearthstone Moses Lake

4.8
From the get go, the staff was on their toes. Everyone had a job to do, and the ease with which we were able to move our friend into a room was seamless. There was compassion in their agenda.

Parkview Estates in Kennewick, WA

5.0
We went with Parkview Estates because some of the studio apartments are located at the end of the wings of the hallway and they are a little bigger but the same price. She also liked the setting, it is set back in a residential community so it is not on a main street. The value for the money ...
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Desert Aire independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Desert Aire independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Desert Aire, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Desert Aire independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Desert Aire partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Desert Aire, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20.8%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41.5%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
34%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
52.8%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20.8%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Desert Aire independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Desert Aire communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Desert Aire, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
32.1%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
47.2%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
43.4%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.6%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Desert Aire independent 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 independent living communities in Desert Aire offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Desert Aire, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
52.8%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.1%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.5%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60.4%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.3%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50.9%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.7%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
39.6%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
58.5%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
54.7%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
34%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24.5%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
54.7%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Pacifica Senior Living Ellensburg, Holiday Orchard Park and Parkview Estates are the top-rated independent living facilities near Desert Aire, Washington. See full list of communities.

There are 60 independent living facilities near Desert Aire, Washington. See the full list.

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