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10 Best Nursing Homes in Russell, WA

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Russell 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 Russell, WA may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Russell or another care type is right for you. Browse 12 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Russell.

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zipAverageCost: $4,219

Nursing Homes Facilities near Russell, WA

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Photo of Trustwell Living at Whitman Place
77 Photos available
9.7
Review score
16 reviews
9.7
Review score
16 reviews
5 star
81%
4 star
13%
3 star
6%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
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[name removed] is the recreational director at Whitman Place. She also drives the van and takes my mom and sister to their medical appointments, so I see her often. I find [name removed] to be pleasant,...
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.
A great place to call home! At Enlivant, we honor the commitments we make to our residents and their families. Our goal is to enhance our resident's quality of life by providing a warm, caring environment that fosters independence, dignity and choice of each resident. Our residents are often...
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11 Photo available
1313 Floor plans available
8.9
Review score
13 reviews
8.9
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13 reviews
5 star
61%
4 star
23%
3 star
8%
2 star
0%
1 star
8%
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I like the people who work at Brookdale. Every type of staff member is kind & courteous. They are willing to help with everything & I appreciate them! It is clean & comfortable
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.
Why worry about home maintenance, grocery shopping and paying bills when you could instead spend your time re-igniting a passion or immersing yourself in a new hobby? Our assisted living community in College Place, Wash., provides a safe, carefree setting for you to live your redefined...
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22 Photos available
7.0
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4 reviews
7.0
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4 reviews
5 star
75%
4 star
25%
3 star
0%
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0%
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0%
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The caregivers are friendly and work really hard. The family needs to be involved just like they would anywhere
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.
At Wheatland Village, we focus on the wellness of the body, mind, and spirit. Your senior family member will enjoy a peaceful life here with comfort, security and convenience. Wheatland Village is located near downtown Walla Walla in scenic Eastern Washington. There are plenty of outdoor...
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22 Floor plans available
6.3
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11 reviews
6.3
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11 reviews
5 star
27%
4 star
37%
3 star
27%
2 star
9%
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The Brookdale has been a great improvement in my father's quality of life. He walks to the dining room 3 times a day and then there are snacks. He often sits in the common area and is frequently greeted. My...
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.
A grand, tree-lined driveway greets you as you make your way to our stately assisted living center in Walla Walla, Wash. With elegant finishes and scenic surroundings, our community is a luxurious getaway perfect for a rewarding retirement.We’re in a captivating, very natural setting, adjacent to...
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33 Floor plans available
5 star
27%
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3 star
28%
2 star
9%
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9%
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My loved one is not invloved in activites. It's kind of expensive. We picked this community because they had a vacancy.The staff was really great and seemed very caring.
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.
Located in Washington state's magnificent Walla Walla County, Eagle Springs Memory Care Community offers a specialized program of care designed to meet each resident's unique needs. We know how important it is to provide a stable, therapeutic environment for those experiencing dementia. Our...
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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: 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.
At SunBridge Care and Rehabilitation for Walla Walla Valley, we provide specialized care for people with complex medical conditions with the goal of helping them return to the community. Whether short-term patients or long-term residents, we provide the highest quality healthcare services with a...
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Cost of nursing homes in Russell, WA

The average cost of senior living in Russell is $4,219 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Washtucna, WA with an average of $3,658 per month.

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

Russell, WA
$4,219/mo

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

Russell, WA
$4,219/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

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

$4,219/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,219/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,358/mo
Studio
$4,036/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,324/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,350/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,450/mo

Senior living costs in Russell 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: Russell, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRussell, WAWashingtonU.S.
Nursing Homes$4,219/mo$5,265/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$4,219/mo$5,199/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,219/mo$5,265/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$3,322/mo$4,205/mo$4,016/mo
Nursing Homes
Russell, WA:$4,219/mo
Washington:$5,265/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Russell, WA:$4,219/mo
Washington:$5,199/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Russell, WA:$4,219/mo
Washington:$5,265/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Russell, WA:$3,322/mo
Washington:$4,205/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Russell, WA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in Russell 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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Nursing homes cost trends in Russell, WA

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Russell 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
Russell, WA$5,357/mo$4,379/mo+22.3%
Washington$6,126/mo$5,581/mo+9.8%
National$5,471/mo$5,128/mo+6.7%
Russell, WA
2024 average cost:$5,357/mo
2023 average cost:$4,379/mo
Percent change:+22.3%
Washington
2024 average cost:$6,126/mo
2023 average cost:$5,581/mo
Percent change:+9.8%
National
2024 average cost:$5,471/mo
2023 average cost:$5,128/mo
Percent change:+6.7%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about nursing homes in Russell

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Russell

Brookdale College Place

4.6
It's been a terrific experience. The people have been nice and the staff have been helpful. Honestly, because the atmosphere was warm and positive. And the people seemed genuine and caring.

Cascade Valley Memory Care in Milton Freewater, OR

5.0
This is a small community but very kind and sweet community. The people here are friendly, helpful, kind, family people who help each other. Good school, great churches, okay shopping, great park & pool lots of good food, restaurant to eat for lunch a small town. Come and visit us someday.

Eagle Springs in College Place, WA

4.6
After going through four previous elder care experiences, we were rewarded with Eagle Springs. My 96 year old first cousin only lasted about a month before she passed away. Eagle Springs provided her with the best care during that last month. I highly recommend this facility and its caring ...
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Russell nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Russell nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Russell, 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 Russell 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 Russell that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Russell, WANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
71.4%
2.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
71.4%
23.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
85.7%
24.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
71.4%
10.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
71.4%
20.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
71.4%
7.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
71.4%
19.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Russell 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 Russell Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Russell, WANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
57.1%
4.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
28.6%
0.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
42.9%
6.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
28.6%
1.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Russell 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 Russell partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Russell, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
0.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
71.4%
1.6%
No sugar
No sugar
71.4%
1.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
71.4%
4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
57.1%
0.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Russell 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 Russell communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Russell, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
42.9%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
71.4%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
71.4%
0.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.6%
0.8%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Russell 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 Russell offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Russell, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
71.4%
0.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.9%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
0.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
71.4%
7.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
71.4%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
71.4%
7.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
71.4%
0.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
57.1%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.9%
0.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
71.4%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
71.4%
0.5%
Dances
Dances
42.9%
0.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.1%
0.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

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Trustwell Living at Whitman Place, Brookdale College Place and Wheatland Village are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Russell, Washington. See full list of communities.

There are 12 nursing homes facilities near Russell, Washington. See the full list.

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