Best Assisted Living in Kirkland, WA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 8 assisted living communities in Kirkland, WA using WA Dept. of Social & Health Services (DSHS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in WA
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Info below is compiled from the WA Dept. of Social & Health Services (DSHS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Total count of citations (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of citations this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total citations ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Aegis Living Kirkland
AL
HOS
MC
RC
Kirkland (Totem Lake)
45
Facility 45
WA AVG 79
Rank #241 / 285
Yes
76
Facility 76
WA AVG 50
Rank #82 / 439
-
82.2%
Facility 82.2%
WA AVG 75.8%
Rank #84 / 215
9
62
Facility 62
WA AVG 31
Rank #238 / 262
6.9
Facility 6.9
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #246 / 262
Jefferson House Memory Care Community
AL
IL
MC
Kirkland (Totem Lake)
80
Facility 80
WA AVG 79
Rank #124 / 285
No
69
Facility 69
WA AVG 50
Rank #117 / 439
Private / Shared Suite
65.0%
Facility 65.0%
WA AVG 75.8%
Rank #172 / 215
9
46
Facility 46
WA AVG 31
Rank #215 / 262
5.1
Facility 5.1
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #226 / 262
Madison House Assisted Living Community
AL
IL
Kirkland (Totem Lake)
100
Facility 100
WA AVG 79
Rank #68 / 285
Yes
68
Facility 68
WA AVG 50
Rank #120 / 439
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed -8
27
Facility 27
WA AVG 31
Rank #156 / 262
3.4
Facility 3.4
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #176 / 262
Golden Cottage Adult Family Home
AL
RESC
Kirkland (Kingsgate)
- No
65
Facility 65
WA AVG 50
Rank #130 / 439
Private / Shared Rooms ----
Benevolent Adult Family Homes
AL
HOS
RESC
Ne Kirkland (South Juanita)
- No
56
Facility 56
WA AVG 50
Rank #194 / 439
Semi-Private Rooms / Studio / Apartment ----
Sun Village Senior Care
AL
MC
NH
RESC
Kirkland (Inglewood-Finn Hill)
6 Residents No
49
Facility 49
WA AVG 50
Rank #232 / 439
Private Rooms ----
Kingsgate Highlands Adult Family Home
AL
MC
RESC
Kirkland (Kingsgate)
6 Residents No
55
Facility 55
WA AVG 50
Rank #204 / 439
Private Rooms ----
Alpine Residences of Washington
AL
RESC
Kirkland (Bridle Trails)
8 Residents No
25
Facility 25
WA AVG 50
Rank #344 / 439
Private / Semi-Private Rooms ----

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other WA assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 8 analyzed for Kirkland. See how we rank facilities

Overview of Aegis Living Kirkland

Aegis Living Kirkland is an assisted living and memory care community that anticipates a family-like community. The assisted living home for seniors provides the quality care many have been looking for; the community’s professional staff welcomes you, regardless of your background, with compassion and respect. Families can trust that Aegis Living Kirkland is the perfect home for their loved ones.
Aegis Living is resident-centered, ensuring that seniors can prioritize while balanced with the freedom to do as they please. Assisted living residents receive the feasibility still to do their own personal interests and social engagement while being cared for by their care staff, available 24/7. The memory care center offers a separate care program for seniors with Alzheimer’s and Dementia, and residents of both programs receive the necessary and additional care they need.

Starting Price $3,952/Month

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Overview of Jefferson House Memory Care Community

Located in Kirkland, Washington, Jefferson House is an excellent senior living community that offers memory care. Residents reside in well-appointed apartments and are treated with dignity and compassion by a professional and friendly team of licensed nurses and caregivers, available to offer support and assistance anytime of the day. Advance security systems are installed in every apartment to ensure residents are provided quick response during emergencies or whenever they need assistance.

The community curates meaningful memories and experiences with the help of its diverse calendar of activities and engaging programs, as well as an array of fun amenities. Residents can explore the beautiful features of Main Street where they’ll find a post office, an old fashioned ice cream shop, music hall, and general store, igniting wonderful memories of times gone by. Amenities like a salon, sunroom & veranda, a cabin, and club room offers a memorable space for relaxation, reminiscing, and socialization. Here, residents are encouraged to relieve their best memories from the past.

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Overview of Madison House Assisted Living Community

Madison House Assisted Living Community in Kirkland, Washington, offers independent living and assisted living. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living offers help with dressing, bathing, medication, and other daily tasks while residents keep their own apartments.

With both care types available, the community may suit someone whose needs could grow over time without requiring a move elsewhere. There are 100 beds, with studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom homes, and Medicaid is accepted to help eligible residents pay for care through that program. Pets are allowed, so residents can bring a pet with them. In the Totem Lake neighborhood, the walk score is 68 out of 100, meaning some errands can be done on foot for a resident who no longer drives.

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Overview of Golden Cottage Adult Family Home

Golden Cottage Adult Family Home in Kirkland, Washington’s Kingsgate neighborhood, supplies assisted living and residential care services. Established in 2014, the home assists residents with daily tasks like bathing, dressing, and managing medication within a home-like environment.

Accommodations consist of private single rooms as well as shared companion spaces for individuals who prefer a roommate. Combining personal assistance with residential settings allows care to adapt as health needs change.

A walk score of 65 marks the surrounding area as fairly walkable, enabling non-driving residents to handle select local errands on foot.

Families looking for small-group residential care in King County can contact the facility to check room availability or arrange a visit.

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Overview of Benevolent Adult Family Homes

Benevolent Adult Family Homes provides assisted living, hospice care, and residential care in Kirkland, WA. Assisted living helps residents with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication, while hospice care supports comfort focused needs at the end of life. Residential care provides support in a home setting. The combination may suit a resident who needs daily assistance and hospice services within a residential home.

Located in the South Juanita neighborhood, the home offers semi private rooms, studios, and apartments. A semi private room can suit someone who wants to share living space, while a studio provides one private living space and an apartment offers a separate apartment style layout. Benevolent Adult Family Homes opened in 2007.

Programs include diabetes management, which supports residents with ongoing diabetes related care, along with home cooked meals prepared in the home. The facility also provides 24/7 on call and as needed visits, so support can be arranged outside a regular schedule when it is needed. A Walk Score of 56 out of 100 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, meaning some errands can be completed on foot while other trips may require a ride.

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Sun Village Senior Care

10338 Ne 141St Pl, Kirkland, WA 98034
Overview of Sun Village Senior Care

Enjoy the best of your golden years with Sun Village Senior Care, a dedicated community in Kirkland, WA, that specializes in memory care, stroke recovery, cardiac issues, Parkinson’s care, and hospice care. With its intimate and welcoming setting, residents receive the utmost attention for their unique needs around the clock. Residents do not have to worry about housekeeping and maintenance with the community’s help.

Fun recreational activities and engaging programs are conducted, so residents can meet new friends and gain meaningful experiences. Alternative therapies, including music, pet, and art therapy, to improve residents’ living experiences. The community also provides a wide range of care services, like medication management, dressing changes, and transportation services. With its comprehensive care options and top-notch services, residents can keep their peace of mind and thrive in retirement.

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Overview of Kingsgate Highlands Adult Family Home

Ideally set in the harmonious neighborhood of Kirkland, WA, Kingsgate Highlands Adult Family Home is an idyllic community that offers assisted living. The community strives to provide the highest quality of care and assistance to those with dementia, diabetes, stroke, congestive heart failure, and other age-related conditions, ensuring they are well-cared for. With assistance in daily living activities, laundry, and housekeeping, residents can rest their minds and live a worry-free lifestyle.

Fun activities and engaging programs are also conducted for residents to remain socially connected and active. Mobility assistance, transfer assistance, and sensor alarms are provided for residents’ comfort and safety. Here, residents have hassle-free dining with healthy and delicious meals catering to their nutritional needs and preferences. The community is great for those looking for all the care they need in one place with its comprehensive care and cozy amenities.

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Overview of Alpine Residences of Washington

Alpine Residences of Washington offers assisted living and residential care in Kirkland, Washington. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks while a resident lives in a private or semi-private room, and residential care keeps ongoing support within a residential setting.

Located in the Bridle Trails neighborhood, the community has staff available around the clock, so residents can receive support at any hour. A doctor is on staff, providing an on-site medical resource, and the home may suit someone who needs daily assistance and prefers either a private room or a shared living arrangement.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Assisted Living in Kirkland at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 58/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Kirkland, WA. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 75The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Kirkland, WA. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Kirkland, WA

What is the average cost of assisted living in Kirkland, WA?

The average monthly cost of assisted living in Kirkland, WA is approximately $7,300. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for assisted living in Kirkland, WA?

Assisted living in Kirkland, WA typically ranges from $6,800–$9,400 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at assisted living facilities in Kirkland, WA?

Assisted living facilities in Kirkland, WA typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:6 to 1:12.

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Washington?

Assisted living in Washington supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Washington?

Assisted living in Washington is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Washington Medicaid cover assisted living?

Washington Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including Washington) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is assisted living?

Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.