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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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My friend is doing great here! She has made a lot of new friends and seems to be happy. She has mentioned they have events for birthdays and offer food and snacks.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Boardwalk Apartments are located three blocks from the downtown core of Olympia. They are one block from the Farmers Market, one block from the Boardwalk at Percival Landing which extends along the waterfront between the Port of Olympia and the southern tip of Budd Inlet, one block from the...
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It's good. It's an independent living rental and you really have to be independent to live here. The're one story, little 4-plex cottages that are a pretty good size. They have a little yard and a lot of the...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Located in beautiful West Olympia, Cooper Point Village offers charming Cape Cod style, single story apartment homes, all with attached garages. Residents will enjoy the privacy of home with beautifully landscaped, private patios and spacious interiors, and the close proximity to medical offices,...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
At Affinity at Olympia we’ve created a new kind of 55+ lifestyle community for people who are ambitious about the years ahead and aren’t willing to compromise their freedom.Rents start at $1,345, which includes everything: utilities, WiFi, expanded television services, swimming pool, hot tub,...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Cost of independent living in Tenino, WA

The average cost of senior living in Tenino is $3,327 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Oakville, WA with an average of $3,194 per month.

Independent living costs in Tenino, WA, vs. nearby cities

Tenino, WA
$3,327/mo
$3,338/mo
$3,541/mo

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

Tenino, WA
$3,327/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Tenino, WA, vs. other senior living options

$4,837/mo
Independent Living
$3,327/mo

Independent living costs in Tenino, WA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,390/mo
Studio
$4,214/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,382/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,013/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,404/mo

Senior living costs in Tenino 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: Tenino, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typeTenino, WAWashingtonU.S.
Independent Living$3,327/mo$4,205/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,535/mo$5,199/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,837/mo$5,265/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Tenino, WA:$3,327/mo
Washington:$4,205/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Tenino, WA:$4,535/mo
Washington:$5,199/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Tenino, WA:$4,837/mo
Washington:$5,265/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Tenino, WA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Tenino 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 Tenino, WA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Tenino 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Tenino, WA$3,549/mo$3,128/mo+13.5%
Washington$3,640/mo$3,446/mo+5.6%
National$3,265/mo$3,169/mo+3.0%
Tenino, WA
2024 average cost:$3,549/mo
2023 average cost:$3,128/mo
Percent change:+13.5%
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 Tenino

Recent reviews for independent living in Tenino

Affinity at Lacey

4.9
I have always found the staff friendly, helpful and polite. Food is not provided on a regular basis, you are responsible for your own meals. The apartment size is comfortable and the amenities are great! I'm a little old fashioned, and the cost may seem a bit high, but you pay for what you ...
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Patriots Landing in DuPont, WA

5.0
Patriots Landing is a great place to live. The building is bright and clean and the staff friendly and helpful. There are lots of activities if you want to keep busy and a library or your own apartment if you prefer some quiet time. And there are plenty of amenities to suit different interests. ...
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Fieldstone Cooper Point Olympia

5.0
My mother has lived in this assisted living and memory care unit of Fieldstone Cooper Point. I cannot say enough in favor of the director and staff. They treat my mother with respect and affection, and have always worked very closely with the family to ensure that we tare comfortable with care. ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming community atmosphere. Many reviews mention the friendly and inviting nature of the staff and residents at the communities, creating a sense of belonging for new residents. For instance, at Woodland Retirement and Assisted Living Community, residents and their families often comment on the sense of community founded ...
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Well-prepared and tasty meals. Residents appreciate the culinary offerings at their communities, with several reviews praising the quality and variety of meals. At Revel Lacey, the gourmet food and made-to-order lattes are particularly noteworthy.
Attentive and caring staff. Reviews consistently highlight the dedication of staff members to ensuring residents' needs are met with compassion and professionalism. For example, staff at Revel Lacey go above and beyond to create an enriching and enjoyable experience for residents, from crafts and activities to regular ou ...
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Nice and clean facilities. Reviews frequently mention the cleanliness and well-maintained condition of the communities, from the common areas to residents' private apartments. At Bonaventure of Lacey Senior Living, the friendly and efficient staff ensure the facilities are always in top shape.
Active and engaging social calendar. Residents express appreciation for the abundance of social opportunities provided at their communities, with several reviews mentioning the importance of having a full calendar of activities and events that cater to diverse interests. For instance, at Revel Lacey, residents enjoy a resort-like ...
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Thoughtful and responsive management. Reviews highlight the importance of effective and attentive community management in ensuring a positive experience for residents. For example, at Revel Lacey, the management team is praised for their responsiveness and commitment to addressing residents' concerns and requests in a timely and c ...
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Tenino independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Tenino independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Tenino, 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 Tenino 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 Tenino partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25.8%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45.2%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
35.5%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
48.4%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.1%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Tenino 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 Tenino communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Tenino, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
35.5%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.9%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
45.2%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25.8%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Tenino 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 Tenino offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Tenino, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
45.2%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25.8%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.8%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.1%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.3%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.7%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
45.2%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.3%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
58.1%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
48.4%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
32.3%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
32.3%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45.2%
47%
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Revel Lacey, Holiday Capital Place and The Firs are the top-rated independent living facilities near Tenino, Washington. See full list of communities.
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