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10 Best Nursing Homes in Kent, WA

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Kent nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Kent, WA may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Kent, WA

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Photo of Brookdale Federal Way
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The meals and dining gets a 3 based on parents feedback and the activities gets an na as parents not participating yet. We appreciate that there are trained people to help them at all times. Mom has...
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.
Putting More Life Into Assisted LivingWe think your senior living should have more life in it. Our residents take advantage of assisted living services located in scenic Federal Way, Washington. Our campus is in a lovely, quiet neighborhood just off Pacific Highway South in downtown Federal Way....
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Hello, I am writing as a daughter of a resident at Judson Park for the last three years. I have yet to have any concerns regarding the care that is provided at this wonderful community. What has prompted me...
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.
It’s not just the million-dollar views of Puget Sound that have set us apart from other area senior living communities. Since the early 1960s, Judson Park has earned a reputation for quality, stability and leadership in Des Moines and the greater Seattle area. We meet the highest standards in...
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Since moving my mother here she is more engaged and is eating better. The staff have been very helpful, friendly and welcoming . They are patient and considerate as well. The grounds and buildings are...
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.
Every Wesley Homes property offers a variety of home options. Townhomes, cottages, residential apartments, and housing with supportive services or full-time nursing care are available - depending on your preference or need.
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The facility was remodeled fairly recently and is lovely. If you are looking for perfection, you are not going to find it here or anywhere else. However, if your expectations are reasonable, you will find...
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.
El Dorado West is conveniently located close to Seahurst Park, Salmon Creek, Puget Sound, and not far from the Sea-Tac Airport. Relax and enjoy retirement amidst a thoughtful, caring community with access to excellent health care facilities, shopping malls, bus lines, and the excitement of...
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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.
Our assisted living community, located in Renton, Wash., on the shores of beautiful Lake Washington, offers an engaging social life that will pull you away from the TV and into happy hour socials, card and board games, fitness classes, creative projects, lively meals, fun outings and more. And...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Wesley Homes Lea Hill, Auburn's newest retirement community, offers the feeling of small-town living - with neighbors just like you and friendly support staff. Situated on 19 acres, just west of Green River Community College, Wesley Homes Lea Hill provides a variety of living accommodations...
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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.
The Parkside Retirement Center is an assisted living community located in beautiful Auburn, Washington. The center is surrounded by immaculately cared for lawns with mature trees. Located twenty minutes from Seattle, and ten minutes from Tacoma, Auburn is an historical town with the...
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1st of all I'm going to say that I'm pretty sure no one wants to be put or put their loved ones in a nursing home. That being said, I thank God for Hallmark Manor. Not only do they make sure my mother's...
Provides: Nursing Homes
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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I think they did a great job here when my dad was here for rehab. I have worked in these places and no one place is perfect. I would recommend if you need a place.
Provides: Nursing Homes
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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.
Photo of The Cottages of Renton
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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.
Photo of Life Care Center of Federal Way
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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.

Cost of nursing homes in Kent, WA

The average cost of senior living in Kent is $5,233 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sumner, WA with an average of $4,973 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Kent, WA, vs. nearby cities

Kent, WA
$5,233/mo

Nursing homes costs in Kent, WA, vs. state and national averages

Kent, WA
$5,233/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

Nursing homes costs in Kent, WA, vs. other senior living options

$5,202/mo
Nursing Homes
$5,233/mo

Nursing homes costs in Kent, WA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,506/mo
Studio
$4,201/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,510/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,965/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,418/mo

Senior living costs in Kent vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Kent, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typeKent, WAWashingtonU.S.
Nursing Homes$5,233/mo$5,265/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$5,108/mo$5,199/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$5,202/mo$5,265/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$4,138/mo$4,205/mo$4,016/mo
Nursing Homes
Kent, WA:$5,233/mo
Washington:$5,265/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Kent, WA:$5,108/mo
Washington:$5,199/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Kent, WA:$5,202/mo
Washington:$5,265/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Kent, WA:$4,138/mo
Washington:$4,205/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Kent, WA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in Kent 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.

Kent, WAWA stateNational

Nursing homes cost trends in Kent, WA

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Kent 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
Kent, WA$5,958/mo$5,483/mo+8.7%
Washington$6,454/mo$5,968/mo+8.1%
National$5,670/mo$5,388/mo+5.2%
Kent, WA
2024 average cost:$5,958/mo
2023 average cost:$5,483/mo
Percent change:+8.7%
Washington
2024 average cost:$6,454/mo
2023 average cost:$5,968/mo
Percent change:+8.1%
National
2024 average cost:$5,670/mo
2023 average cost:$5,388/mo
Percent change:+5.2%
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Kent

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Kent

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.

Norse Home in Seattle, WA

5.0
The experience has been going very well for my friend. The community is a good fit for her and she likes it very much. My friend likes the meals they provide. Every time we have been there it has been clean, it is quiet impressive. I would definitely recommend this place to others.

Kent nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Kent nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Kent, 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 Kent nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Kent that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Kent, WANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
78.4%
2.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
29.7%
10.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
83.8%
23.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
91.9%
24.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75.7%
10.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
29.7%
1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
89.2%
20.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
51.4%
7.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
70.3%
19.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Kent nursing homes

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 Kent Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Kent, WANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
75.7%
4.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
56.8%
0.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
51.4%
6.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.9%
1.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Kent nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Kent partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Kent, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
51.4%
0.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
78.4%
1.6%
No sugar
No sugar
67.6%
1.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
75.7%
4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
27%
0.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Kent nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Kent communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Kent, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
64.9%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
73%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
70.3%
0.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
59.5%
0.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Kent nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Kent offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Kent, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
78.4%
0.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
48.6%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
56.8%
0.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
81.1%
7.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
78.4%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
83.8%
7.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
70.3%
0.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
67.6%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
70.3%
0.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
78.4%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
78.4%
0.5%
Dances
Dances
62.2%
0.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
51.4%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
78.4%
0.5%
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Cogir of Kent, Farrington Court and Stafford Suites Kent are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Kent, Washington. See full list of communities.

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