Page 17 of Best Assisted Living in Washington State

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 447 assisted living communities in 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. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. 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. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative 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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
Woodland Assisted Living
AL
HOS
IL
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Woodland
32
Facility 32
WA AVG 79
Rank #269 / 285
No
62
Facility 62
WA AVG 50
Rank #153 / 439
--A+9
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 8
Rank #110 / 265
24
Facility 24
WA AVG 31
Rank #145 / 262
2.7
Facility 2.7
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #130 / 262
Heritage Court
AL
MC
Everett (Glacier View)
47
Facility 47
WA AVG 79
Rank #236 / 285
No
78
Facility 78
WA AVG 50
Rank #71 / 439
Private Rooms
95.7%
Facility 95.7%
WA AVG 75.8%
Rank #13 / 215
-17
8
Facility 8
WA AVG 8
Rank #256 / 265
77
Facility 77
WA AVG 31
Rank #251 / 262
4.5
Facility 4.5
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #213 / 262
Protected: University House Wallingford
AL
IL
Seattle (Wallingford)
24
Facility 24
WA AVG 79
Rank #275 / 285
Yes
97
Facility 97
WA AVG 50
Rank #10 / 439
1 Bed / 2 Bed
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
WA AVG 75.8%
Rank #166 / 215
-6
2
Facility 2
WA AVG 8
Rank #155 / 265
37
Facility 37
WA AVG 31
Rank #189 / 262
6.2
Facility 6.2
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #237 / 262
North Point Village
AL
MC
Spokane (Shiloh Hills)
126
Facility 126
WA AVG 79
Rank #24 / 285
Yes
56
Facility 56
WA AVG 50
Rank #194 / 439
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
60.3%
Facility 60.3%
WA AVG 75.8%
Rank #183 / 215
-37
12
Facility 12
WA AVG 8
Rank #265 / 265
96
Facility 96
WA AVG 31
Rank #260 / 262
2.6
Facility 2.6
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #123 / 262
RiverWest Senior Living
AL
IL
RC
Wenatchee
56
Facility 56
WA AVG 79
Rank #204 / 285
Yes
89
Facility 89
WA AVG 50
Rank #31 / 439
-
87.5%
Facility 87.5%
WA AVG 75.8%
Rank #47 / 215
-4
3
Facility 3
WA AVG 8
Rank #197 / 265
20
Facility 20
WA AVG 31
Rank #125 / 262
5.0
Facility 5.0
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #225 / 262
Delaware Plaza Assisted Living Community
AL
Longview (Broadway)
108
Facility 108
WA AVG 79
Rank #57 / 285
Yes
66
Facility 66
WA AVG 50
Rank #127 / 439
-
43.5%
Facility 43.5%
WA AVG 75.8%
Rank #207 / 215
-7
2
Facility 2
WA AVG 8
Rank #155 / 265
18
Facility 18
WA AVG 31
Rank #113 / 262
2.6
Facility 2.6
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #123 / 262
Emerald City Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
RESC
Seattle (Maple Leaf)
119
Facility 119
WA AVG 79
Rank #40 / 285
Yes
62
Facility 62
WA AVG 50
Rank #153 / 439
-
83.2%
Facility 83.2%
WA AVG 75.8%
Rank #74 / 215
-12
5
Facility 5
WA AVG 8
Rank #235 / 265
33
Facility 33
WA AVG 31
Rank #176 / 262
2.8
Facility 2.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #137 / 262
Welcome Home (Oak Harbor Senior Memory Care)
AL
MC
RESC
RC
Oak Harbor
52
Facility 52
WA AVG 79
Rank #221 / 285
No
70
Facility 70
WA AVG 50
Rank #110 / 439
-
69.2%
Facility 69.2%
WA AVG 75.8%
Rank #152 / 215
-8
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 8
Rank #110 / 265
7
Facility 7
WA AVG 31
Rank #44 / 262
0.9
Facility 0.9
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #34 / 262
Cornerstone Court
AL
MC
Spokane (Fairwood)
40
Facility 40
WA AVG 79
Rank #252 / 285
No
51
Facility 51
WA AVG 50
Rank #220 / 439
-
95.0%
Facility 95.0%
WA AVG 75.8%
Rank #17 / 215
-4
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 265
8
Facility 8
WA AVG 31
Rank #49 / 262
2.0
Facility 2.0
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #83 / 262
The Cottages of Lynnwood
AL
IL
MC
Lynnwood
72
Facility 72
WA AVG 79
Rank #152 / 285
No
62
Facility 62
WA AVG 50
Rank #153 / 439
--A+4
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 265
3
Facility 3
WA AVG 31
Rank #18 / 262
0.8
Facility 0.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #29 / 262

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 447 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of North Point Village

North Point Village, an assisted living and memory care community located in Spokane, WA, offers an engaging and fulfilling lifestyle for its residents. The friendly and dedicated team members are committed to providing the support needed to accomplish personal goals and foster meaningful connections with fellow residents.

Within the cozy community of North Point Village, residents can enjoy a vibrant lifestyle surrounded by beautiful outdoor spaces and private patio areas, a rare and delightful feature in Spokane assisted living communities. Situated in close proximity to Holmberg Park, shopping centers, and local restaurants, residents have easy access to a variety of activities, including museum outings and lunch dates.   

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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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Overview of Wenatchee Senior Living

Wenatchee Senior Living offers assisted living, hospice care, independent living, and respite care in Wenatchee, WA. Assisted living provides help with activities of daily living, while independent living supports private living without daily care. Coordinated hospice care is available for residents receiving end-of-life support, and respite care offers short-term stays for someone whose usual caregiver needs time away or recovery. The combination of independent and assisted living may be a good fit for someone who wants to remain in the same community if daily support needs increase.

Wenatchee Senior Living has 84 beds and offers studio and one-bedroom residences. A studio is a single private space, while a one-bedroom layout provides separate sleeping and living areas. Pets are allowed, so residents may continue living with a pet.

Residents can use scheduled transportation for outings, appointments, and errands, reducing the need to arrange those trips independently. Restaurant-style dining is offered three times daily, and an Anytime Menu provides an option beyond scheduled meals. An on-site beauty salon gives residents access to salon services at the community, while a private dining room can be used for gatherings. Personal training from a dedicated Wellness Coach and senior rehabilitation are also available, supporting exercise and rehabilitation needs.

A Walk Score of 89 / 100 places the area in the very walkable band: most errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still handle many errands independently.

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Overview of Delaware Plaza Assisted Living Community

Experience a refined independent lifestyle with Delaware Plaza, a homey senior living community in Longview, WA, offering assisted living. Residents enjoy a comfortable lifestyle in their elegantly designed accommodations with all utilities included and access to complimentary WiFi and extended cable TV. The gated community offers 24/7 camera surveillance and a dedicated on-site personnel available to provide support and assistance whenever needed.

Providing extra care and support, the community also provides registered nurses or licensed nurses on-site 24 hours/7 days a week. The community takes pride in their personal care services and always goes the extra mile in making sure residents are taking their health seriously and staying active with the help of a personal trainer. Residents eat like kings and queens with exquisite dishes and menus crafted by a renowned royal chef. With their wide array of activities and amenities, excellent services, and compassionate team, the community guarantees a living experience that improves seniors’ overall quality of life.

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Overview of Emerald City Senior Living

Emerald City Senior Living is an energetic community that ensures you are receiving the best quality of life in terms of assistance and independence. Offering assisted living with memory care emerges a vibrant social environment where residents can build new connections and make meaningful relationships with staff and other residents. Emerald City is a sophisticated warm and welcoming atmosphere that makes residents feel like family in their newfound home.
Emerald City ensures a comfortable and home-like environment that is built with resort-style hospitality: a clean-look private dining room, restaurant-style dining, club room, fitness center, library, and media room– few of the features that encourage social and recreational engagement. Safety is also their top priority as well; boasting their security equipment that helps with health measurements in elevating the approach to limit illness exposure. Their helpful services that promote a convenient and easy living include nurse supervision, transportation, maintenance, housekeeping and laundry services, pharmacy partner, social events, and 24-hour on-site wellness staff.

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Overview of Brookdale Admiral Heights

Brookdale Admiral Heights is an exclusive senior living community in Seattle, Washington, offering independent living and assisted living options. Residents can enjoy a carefree lifestyle in a quaint, walkable neighborhood with shops, restaurants, and sidewalk cafes, plus personalized care in assisted living if needed. The community provides a maintenance-free environment, with the staff handling cooking, cleaning, and other chores. Residents can take advantage of convenient amenities and services, including restaurant-style dining and a hair salon on campus. Brookdale Admiral Heights offers several great floor plans to choose from, including pet-friendly apartments, with utilities and maintenance typically included.

Independent living residents can access dining, recreational and social activities, and wellness amenities like fitness classes. For those requiring assisted living, trained caregivers provide customized support with daily tasks, medication management, and mobility, empowering residents to redefine their independence. The community’s activity calendar is tailored to different needs and interests, offering a variety of creative pursuits, brain teasers, and social events. Residents can also savor delicious, chef-inspired meals in the restaurant-style dining room, with opportunities to provide input on menu planning.

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Overview of Kadie Glen Assisted Living

Kadie Glen Assisted Living provides assisted living in East Wenatchee, WA. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while allowing a resident to maintain their own living space; the community has 64 beds. Units include a kitchenette, sink, refrigerator, and microwave, giving residents space to prepare snacks or simple meals, while outdoor patios and activity areas offer places for outdoor time and activities. Kadie Glen Assisted Living may be a good fit for a resident who needs daily support and wants to bring a pet.

A Walk Score of 71 / 100 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Transportation to and from doctors’ visits and appointments can be arranged, giving residents an option for reaching those appointments without organizing transportation themselves.

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Overview of HomePlace Special Care at Oak Harbor

Enjoy a relaxing retirement experience with HomePlace Special Care at Oak Harbor, a compassionate community in Oak Harbor, WA designed for memory care. Residents here enjoy the comfort and privacy of beautifully designed accommodations with no chores to worry about. They offer an award-winning Montessori-based activity program to help residents living with the challenges of memory loss maintain their cognition and improve their quality of life.

Through 24/7 care and on-call nursing, residents can enjoy their peace of mind without worrying about their care needs. Three chef-prepared meals are provided daily to make sure residents are always properly nourished and healthy. Here, everyone feels safe and well-cared for while enjoying an abundance of fun and stimulating activities tailored to their needs.

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Overview of RiverWest Senior Living

RiverWest Senior Living offers assisted living, independent living, and respite care in Wenatchee, WA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while the resident keeps a private living space; Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care; and respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The combination may suit a resident who wants independent living now and may later need assisted living without moving to another community. With 56 beds, RiverWest Senior Living is a smaller community where staff and residents get to know each other.

The starting price is $800, although the available pricing information does not assign that figure to a specific care type. Room options include studios, one bedroom units, and two bedroom units, with a studio providing one private space and a two bedroom unit potentially suiting a couple moving together.

Pets are allowed, so a resident can keep a pet after moving in. Residents also have access to a salon, covered verandas, and walking paths with panoramic views, offering places for personal grooming and outdoor walks.

A Walk Score of 89 places the area in the very walkable band. Most errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still reach shops, a pharmacy, or cafes independently.

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Overview of Village at the Harbor

Village at the Harbor offers assisted living and independent living in Friday Harbor, WA. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a private living space; independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Having both care levels may make Village at the Harbor a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time without requiring a move to another community.

Village at the Harbor opened in 2008 and has 36 beds. The smaller size may suit someone who prefers a more intimate community. Tina Smith serves as the director.

A Walk Score of 72 places the area in the very walkable band, meaning most errands can be done on foot. Shops, a pharmacy, or cafes are within a short walk, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

Pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet when moving in. The dining program includes gourmet meals, giving residents prepared meals within the community. Rehabilitation services are available, and wheelchair accessibility supports residents who use wheelchairs in navigating the community.

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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 Washington State at a glance

Avg Monthly Cost: $7,395The average monthly cost across facilities in Washington State. Reflects published or estimated base rates and can vary with care level, room type, and amenities. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: $5,600
Avg Walk Score: 50/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Washington State. 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: 79The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Washington State. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Washington

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.

How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?

This page features 447 assisted living facilities in Washington. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Washington?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Washington, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in Washington?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.