Best Assisted Living in Shoreline, WA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 3 assisted living communities in Shoreline, 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. 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. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
Inspection events categorized as complaint-related by the state regulator.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Aegis Living Shoreline
AL
HOS
MC
RC
Ne Shoreline
112
Facility 112
WA AVG 79
Rank #46 / 285
No
16
Facility 16
WA AVG 50
Rank #387 / 439
-
81.3%
Facility 81.3%
WA AVG 75.8%
Rank #88 / 215
6
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 8
Rank #110 / 265
16
Facility 16
WA AVG 31
Rank #102 / 262
2.7
Facility 2.7
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #130 / 262
Cristwood
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
RC
N Shoreline (Hillwood)
-No
42
Facility 42
WA AVG 50
Rank #275 / 439
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-----
First Line Adult Family Home LLC
AL
RESC
Shoreline (Meridian Park)
-No
76
Facility 76
WA AVG 50
Rank #82 / 439
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 3 analyzed for Shoreline. See how we rank facilities

Overview of Aegis Living Shoreline

Aegis Living Shoreline provides assisted living, Hospice Care, Memory Care, and Respite Care in Shoreline, WA. Assisted living helps with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident keeps an apartment; memory care provides a supervised, secured setting for someone at risk of wandering; hospice care focuses on comfort near the end of life; and respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver travels or recovers. With these care types, Aegis Living Shoreline may suit a family seeking ongoing daily support, supervised memory care, end-of-life care, or temporary relief for a primary caregiver.

The community has 112 beds, and occupancy is 81%. Its starting price is $4,226, though the available facts do not assign that figure to a specific care type. Room options include studios, one-bedroom units, two-bedroom units, and companion accommodations, covering both individual and shared living arrangements.

Residents can use on-site therapy and rehabilitation services without arranging treatment at another location. Outdoor features include a courtyard, patio barbecue area, raised gardens, and scenic walking paths, while the spa and hair salon provide personal-care services on site. Dining includes all-day service with seasonal menus featuring Northwest produce, chef-created dishes, and residents’ favorite classics; pets are allowed.

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First Line Adult Family Home LLC

18055 Stone Ave N Unit A, Shoreline, WA 98133
Overview of First Line Adult Family Home

Enjoy a better quality of life with First Line AFH LLC, a distinguished community in Shoreline, WA, offering assisted living. Residents ease their worries with the community’s fully air-conditioned spaces and receive exceptional care from a compassionate and well-trained team, helping with their personal needs 24/7. Led by a registered nurse, the community strives to meet residents’ healthcare needs to ensure they are well cared for.

Here, residents enjoy enriching activities and engaging programs for their leisure and wellness. Delightful and healthy dining options are served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. The community also provides medication management and critical care to improve residents’ quality of life. Residents have the finest retirement experience amid the community’s purposely designed amenities and exceptional services.

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Cristwood

19301 King’s Garden Dr N, Shoreline, WA 98133
Overview of Cristwood

A steadfast community providing luxury senior living, Cristwood prides itself on being among the few forward-thinking communities in Shoreline that practices a multi-generational lifestyle. Its residents feel comfortable in a home that naturally encourages them to make new relationships between the elders and the youth. Management boasts an innovative and person-centered approach with a mission to modernize retirement by enhancing the lifestyles of each individual. The Christian Life Plan Community ensures that quality caregiving is the top priority for independent living, assisted living, and memory care residents.
Located just north of Seattle, the Cristwood lifestyle is built on the vibrant surroundings it embraces itself in; the retirement home is nestled near the cultural hub of one of Washington’s soulful cities. Comfort and convenience extend to its campus accommodations, such as fitness programs, recreational activities, specialized memory care activities, delicious dining, respite stays, scheduled transportation, and housekeeping services.

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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Shoreline, WA

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

The average monthly cost of assisted living in Shoreline, WA is approximately $6,800. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

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

Assisted living in Shoreline, WA typically ranges from $6,300–$8,900 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

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

Assisted living facilities in Shoreline, 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.

Assisted Living in Shoreline at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 45/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Shoreline, 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: 112The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Shoreline, WA. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90