Page 24 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. 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. 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.
Brookdale Park Place
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Spokane (Spokane Valley)
110
Facility 110
WA AVG 79
Rank #47 / 285
Yes
32
Facility 32
WA AVG 50
Rank #311 / 439
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-1
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 265
9
Facility 9
WA AVG 31
Rank #56 / 262
9.0
Facility 9.0
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #254 / 262
The Kenney in West Seattle
AL
IL
MC
Seattle (West Seattle)
53
Facility 53
WA AVG 79
Rank #217 / 285
Yes
74
Facility 74
WA AVG 50
Rank #89 / 439
-
43.4%
Facility 43.4%
WA AVG 75.8%
Rank #208 / 215
12
2
Facility 2
WA AVG 8
Rank #155 / 265
56
Facility 56
WA AVG 31
Rank #229 / 262
4.7
Facility 4.7
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #220 / 262
Chateau Valley Center
AL
IL
MC
RC
Renton (Davis Avenue South)
120
Facility 120
WA AVG 79
Rank #32 / 285
No
49
Facility 49
WA AVG 50
Rank #232 / 439
-
50.8%
Facility 50.8%
WA AVG 75.8%
Rank #199 / 215
11
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 265
66
Facility 66
WA AVG 31
Rank #241 / 262
6.0
Facility 6.0
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #235 / 262
Hillside Assisted Living
AL
N Kent
75
Facility 75
WA AVG 79
Rank #141 / 285
No
64
Facility 64
WA AVG 50
Rank #134 / 439
--3
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 8
Rank #110 / 265
9
Facility 9
WA AVG 31
Rank #56 / 262
3.0
Facility 3.0
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #150 / 262
Cogir of Glenwood Place
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
Vancouver (Vancouver Mall)
253
Facility 253
WA AVG 79
Rank #1 / 285
Yes
59
Facility 59
WA AVG 50
Rank #181 / 439
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-10
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 265
62
Facility 62
WA AVG 31
Rank #238 / 262
6.2
Facility 6.2
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #237 / 262
Chandler House
AL
HOS
MC
Yakima
36
Facility 36
WA AVG 79
Rank #260 / 285
No
61
Facility 61
WA AVG 50
Rank #167 / 439
--5
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 265
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 31
Rank #4 / 262
0.2
Facility 0.2
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #4 / 262
Meadow Greens
AL
IL
Lynden
33
Facility 33
WA AVG 79
Rank #267 / 285
No
63
Facility 63
WA AVG 50
Rank #144 / 439
--4
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 265
4
Facility 4
WA AVG 31
Rank #25 / 262
1.0
Facility 1.0
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #37 / 262
Garden Terrace Healthcare Center at Federal Way
AL
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Federal Way
34
Facility 34
WA AVG 79
Rank #265 / 285
No
46
Facility 46
WA AVG 50
Rank #250 / 439
--7
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 265
14
Facility 14
WA AVG 31
Rank #88 / 262
2.0
Facility 2.0
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #83 / 262
La Conner Retirement Inn
AL
HOS
IL
RC
La Conner
60
Facility 60
WA AVG 79
Rank #188 / 285
Yes
62
Facility 62
WA AVG 50
Rank #153 / 439
-
55.0%
Facility 55.0%
WA AVG 75.8%
Rank #194 / 215
15
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 8
Rank #110 / 265
107
Facility 107
WA AVG 31
Rank #261 / 262
7.1
Facility 7.1
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #248 / 262
Evergreen Court
AL
HOS
MC
PC
RC
Ne Bellevue
48
Facility 48
WA AVG 79
Rank #235 / 285
No
59
Facility 59
WA AVG 50
Rank #181 / 439
-
77.1%
Facility 77.1%
WA AVG 75.8%
Rank #111 / 215
6
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 265
61
Facility 61
WA AVG 31
Rank #234 / 262
10.2
Facility 10.2
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #256 / 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 Garden Terrace Healthcare Center at Federal Way

Garden Terrace Healthcare Center at Federal Way is a 70 bed nursing home and assisted living community in Federal Way, Washington, with 65% occupancy. It offers skilled nursing, hospice, palliative, and respite care, giving families several care options in one setting.

That range matters when needs differ. The community can support someone who needs help with daily life, ongoing nursing services, a short respite stay, or care focused on comfort during serious illness.

Residents receive 4 hours and 53 minutes of total nurse staffing per resident each day. Of that time, 2 hours and 31 minutes comes from licensed nurses, an important figure for families comparing the level of clinical support among homes.

Inspection findings addressed medication orders, pain management, and infection control practices. A follow up inspection confirmed corrections involving resident assessments, staff training, and background checks, which helps families understand both the concerns identified and the steps verified afterward.

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Overview of La Conner Retirement Inn

La Conner Retirement Inn offers assisted living, hospice care, independent living, and respite care in La Conner, WA. The range may be a good fit for a resident whose care needs or caregiving circumstances may change over time.

The community has 60 beds and offers independent living cottages and assisted living apartments. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident maintains an apartment. Hospice care provides comfort-focused support for someone nearing the end of life, and respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

Chef-prepared dining gives residents meals prepared within the community, while Healthy Living activities, social events, movie nights, and daily activities provide scheduled ways to spend time on site. Transportation is available for community travel, and pets are allowed so a resident may bring a pet with them. A Walk Score of 62 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, meaning some errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may still manage some trips independently.

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Overview of Evergreen Court

Evergreen Court provides assisted living, hospice care, memory care, palliative care, and respite care in Bellevue, Washington. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a private apartment. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Hospice care supports end of life needs, while palliative care focuses on comfort during serious illness.

Respite care provides a short stay for someone who needs temporary support. Short term rehabilitation is intended for a temporary recovery period rather than a permanent move. Medication management and incontinence care address medication routines and personal care needs. The community also provides memory care for people living with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia.

The range of care types may suit a resident whose needs grow over time or a family caregiver who needs time to travel, recover, or manage other responsibilities. Evergreen Court has 48 beds, making it a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know each other. A Walk Score of 59 means some errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to make some nearby trips independently.

Medicaid and Medicare are accepted. Medicaid can help with longer term care costs, while Medicare generally applies to short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence. Zachary Costi is the owner.

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Overview of Ciel Senior Living of the Tri-Cities Memory Care

Ciel Senior Living of the Tri-Cities Memory Care offers assisted living and memory care in Kennewick, WA. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps their own apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for residents living with Alzheimer’s disease or related dementias, so the community may be a good fit for someone who needs that level of support.

The community has 69 beds, giving families a clear sense of its overall size. Respite care allows for a short stay when a primary caregiver needs to travel or recover, while rehabilitation services can support a resident working to regain or maintain physical function.

Pets are allowed, so a resident may continue living with a pet. The area has a Walk Score of 49, a car-dependent setting where most errands require a car or a ride, which matters for residents who no longer drive.

Contact Ciel Senior Living of the Tri-Cities Memory Care

Overview of Summer Hill Assisted Living

Summer Hill Assisted Living provides assisted living and respite care in Oak Harbor, WA. Assisted living offers help with daily tasks while allowing a resident to maintain an individual living routine, and respite care provides a short-term stay for someone whose usual caregiver needs time to travel or recover.

The community has 93 beds. Rehabilitation services and a Rehabilitation Respite program can support a resident who needs short-term care alongside rehabilitation.

A Walk Score of 70 places the area in the very walkable range, meaning most errands can be completed on foot and a resident who no longer drives may still be able to reach nearby shops or services independently.

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Overview of White River Assisted Living

White River Assisted Living offers assisted living, hospice care, memory care, and respite care in Enumclaw, WA. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while a resident maintains their own living space, and memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Hospice care focuses on comfort for a person with a terminal illness, while respite care provides a short stay when a family caregiver needs time away.

The community has 65 beds. Its range of care may be a good fit for a resident whose needs change over time or whose family caregiver needs short-term support.

A Walk Score of 88 out of 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. Pets are allowed, which means a resident may be able to keep a pet while living at the community.

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Overview of Stephen’s Place

Stephen’s Place offers assisted living and Residential Care in Vancouver, WA, for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident maintains their own apartment, so the community may be a good fit for an adult whose support needs align with assisted living or residential care.

With 41 beds, Stephen’s Place is a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know one another. A Walk Score of 33 out of 100 places the area in a car dependent setting, so residents who do not drive will need a car or a ride for most errands.

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Overview of Red Oak Residence of North Bend

Red Oak Residence of North Bend offers assisted living, independent living, and respite care in North Bend, Washington. Assisted living includes help with dressing, bathing, and medication while residents keep their own living space. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while respite care offers a short-term stay when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover.

Independent living and assisted living share the same community, which may suit someone who wants private living now but may need help with daily tasks later without moving elsewhere. With 38 beds, the residence is small enough for staff and residents to get to know one another. Amy Jarboe serves as the director.

A Walk Score of 72 places the area in the very walkable band. Most errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Regular shopping trips, crafts, games, and exercise classes give residents ways to spend time with others, while the salon and spa provide personal grooming within the community. Vacation Stays are available for short-term respite needs.

Contact Red Oak Residence of North Bend

Overview of Aegis Living Lynnwood

Aegis Living Lynnwood stands as one of Washington’s premier residences, offering exceptional assisted living with memory care services. Nestled in a picturesque environment surrounded by wetlands and wooded landscapes, residents wake up to breathtaking panoramic views of the Northwest style surroundings. The cozy, warm atmosphere ensures a restful stay, complemented by top-notch care.
The community offers diverse floor plans and personalized apartments, catering to individual preferences. A highlight of the Aegis Living experience is its culinary offerings, providing residents with a wonderful dining experience. Additionally, the home goes beyond the ordinary with on-site therapy services and specialized Parkinson’s care specialists. Their memory care program is both innovative and award-winning, custom-designed to address varying conditions. This approach embodies a state-of-the-art perspective on senior care, making Aegis Living Lynnwood a leading choice for residential assisted living.

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Overview of Liberty Place Senior Living

An esteemed senior living community that resides in the scenic West Lippert Drive, Port Orchard, WA, Liberty Place Senior Living strives to enhance seniors’ quality of life with exceptional living options such as assisted living and respite care. Experience unparalleled comfort and convenience with beautifully crafted and sophisticated residences. Moreover, the community ensures seniors receive the utmost care and assistance they deserve to make the most out of their best years.

Promoting a vibrant and welcoming environment, the community paves the way for residents to lead a life well lived and gain meaningful interactions. Have a delightful dining experience with healthy and tasty meals that foster comfort and satisfy dietary needs. Liberty Place Senior Living is ideal for seniors seeking solace in their golden years with its beautiful campus.

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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.