Page 26 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. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. 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.
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 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.
The Inn at University Village Assisted Living Community
AL
Vancouver
101
Facility 101
WA AVG 79
Rank #66 / 285
Yes-Studio / 1 Bed/ 2 Bed-8
20
Facility 20
WA AVG 31
Rank #125 / 262
2.5
Facility 2.5
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #117 / 262
Pioneer Place Alzheimer Residence of Tacoma
AL
MC
RESC
E Tacoma
60
Facility 60
WA AVG 79
Rank #188 / 285
No
12
Facility 12
WA AVG 50
Rank #402 / 439
--3
7
Facility 7
WA AVG 31
Rank #44 / 262
2.3
Facility 2.3
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #102 / 262
Wesley Lea Hill
AL
HC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Se Auburn (Rivers Bend)
20
Facility 20
WA AVG 79
Rank #277 / 285
Yes
13
Facility 13
WA AVG 50
Rank #398 / 439
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-4
18
Facility 18
WA AVG 31
Rank #113 / 262
4.5
Facility 4.5
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #213 / 262
Sullivan Park Senior Living
AL
IL
RC
Spokane Valley
53
Facility 53
WA AVG 79
Rank #217 / 285
Yes
52
Facility 52
WA AVG 50
Rank #214 / 439
--2
9
Facility 9
WA AVG 31
Rank #56 / 262
4.5
Facility 4.5
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #213 / 262
Avista Senior Living Ellensburg
AL
RC
Ellensburg
36
Facility 36
WA AVG 79
Rank #260 / 285
Yes
30
Facility 30
WA AVG 50
Rank #325 / 439
Studio-8--
Merrill Gardens at Tacoma
AL
IL
MC
Tacoma (West End)
65
Facility 65
WA AVG 79
Rank #172 / 285
Yes
80
Facility 80
WA AVG 50
Rank #64 / 439
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-3--
The Park at Belle Harbour Assisted Living Community
AL
IL
Bellevue (Wilburton)
100
Facility 100
WA AVG 79
Rank #68 / 285
Yes
38
Facility 38
WA AVG 50
Rank #292 / 439
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-2--
Providence Mount St. Vincent
AL
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Sw Seattle (North Admiral)
122
Facility 122
WA AVG 79
Rank #29 / 285
No
60
Facility 60
WA AVG 50
Rank #174 / 439
-
59.8%
Facility 59.8%
WA AVG 75.8%
Rank #185 / 215
9
16
Facility 16
WA AVG 31
Rank #102 / 262
1.8
Facility 1.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #65 / 262
Fountain Court Assisted Living
AL
IL
RC
Maple Valley
65
Facility 65
WA AVG 79
Rank #172 / 285
Yes
55
Facility 55
WA AVG 50
Rank #204 / 439
--6
61
Facility 61
WA AVG 31
Rank #234 / 262
10.2
Facility 10.2
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #256 / 262
Kline Galland Home
AL
HC
HOS
MC
NH
PC
SNF
Seattle (Seward Park)
205
Facility 205
WA AVG 79
Rank #4 / 285
No
44
Facility 44
WA AVG 50
Rank #261 / 439
1 Bed / 2 Bed
94.2%
Facility 94.2%
WA AVG 75.8%
Rank #21 / 215
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Overview of Fountain Court Assisted Living

Fountain Court Assisted Living offers independent living, assisted living, and respite care in Maple Valley, WA. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living provides help with daily tasks while a resident keeps an apartment. Respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs time away or recovery.

The range of care types can suit a resident whose needs may change over time, with options available within the same community. Fountain Court has 65 beds, with Independent Living Cottages and Assisted Private Apartment Homes for residents who want either independent living or assisted care. The choice of housing gives a resident a setting that matches the level of support they need.

Residents can take part in physical activity, social connections, spirituality, and Brain Power programs, creating opportunities for movement, social engagement, spiritual activities, and cognitive programming. Community events, a newsletter, and a calendar keep residents informed about activities and happenings. Fresh, home style meals are served every day in a welcoming dining environment, and pets are allowed, so a resident can keep a pet at the community. A Walk Score of 55 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to complete certain nearby errands independently.

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Overview of Kline Galland Home

Conveniently located in a serene area in Seattle, WA, Kline Galland Home is a peaceful retreat for those needing short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, and memory care. With a high caregiver-to-resident ratio, the community guarantees personalized and truly one-on-one attention. Those affected by Alzheimer’s and memory loss are cared for by a specially trained care team in an environment tailored to their unique needs.

Residents’ daily lives are filled with an array of fun and enriching activities like exercise classes, games, and holiday celebrations. Meals are carefully prepared and served daily with accommodations for unique dietary needs and preferences. At Kline Galland Home, residents achieve their maximum potential in a safe and healing environment.

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Kin On

4416 S Brandon St, Seattle, WA 98118
Overview of Kin On

A comprehensive provider of senior living solutions and services, Kin On provides assisted living, home health and home care, adult family home services, and skilled rehabilitation and care for Asian seniors across Seattle, WA. Spend a glorious retirement surrounded by cozy and intimate residences, carefully designed to maximize comfort and safety. With a respectful and highly trained team lending extra support around the clock, seniors have more time to explore new interests and relationships.

Kin On strives to provide inclusivity and diversity for Asian older adults, providing them with a knowledgeable team for better communication and understanding. Moreover, residents have a lot of fun things to do with various activities and programs hosted for their leisure and wellness. Delicious and healthy meals are served to meet residents’ dietary needs and tastes. The community is a haven for seniors to live comfortably embraced by welcoming people and serene spaces.

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Overview of Brookdale Hearthstone Moses Lake

Central Washington seniors can explore a new, redefined independence at Brookdale Hearthstone Moses Lake, an exceptional assisted living community serving seniors and their families. The community allows residents to trade the worries of living at home for a life full of enriching activities and new friendships. Brookdale Hearthstone Moses Lake provides assistance with daily tasks like dressing and bathing, allowing residents to focus on what matters most, and has staff available 24/7 for emergencies.

The assisted living program at Brookdale Hearthstone Moses Lake fosters a strong sense of community, with a full calendar of activities, programs, and events to inspire residents to live their best lives. Whether it’s a creative pursuit like gardening or a movie night, the community ensures there are plenty of opportunities for residents to engage with their passions and enjoy the company of like-minded peers. The dining program also focuses on personalization, incorporating resident feedback, menu suggestions, and family recipes to create a customized dining experience.

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Overview of Regency Pullman

Regency Pullman in Pullman, WA, offers independent living, assisted living, memory care and respite care. Independent living means private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living provides help with dressing, bathing and medication while the resident keeps their own apartment. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Respite care offers a short stay when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The community has 84 beds and offers rehabilitation services for residents who need therapy. A Walk Score of 88 out of 100 places the area in the very walkable band, so most errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. The range of care levels can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time, while respite care may suit a family caregiver who needs a short term arrangement. It offers several paths as care needs change.

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Overview of Patit Creek Adult Residential Care

Patit Creek Adult Residential Care provides assisted living and residential care in Dayton, WA. Assisted living supports residents with daily tasks while they continue living in a residential setting. The long-term residential care setting specializes in supporting people with significant behavioral health issues and developmental disabilities, so it may suit a resident whose needs fall within those areas.

The community has 30 beds and 24-hour staffing, so staff are present around the clock in the residential setting. Intermittent nursing services are available for residents who need nursing support at intervals. Medicaid is accepted as a payment option, allowing eligible residents to use that coverage toward care.

Prescribed general low sodium, general diabetic, and mechanical soft diets are available for residents with those dietary needs. The community provides transportation, arranges health care appointments, and coordinates health care services, giving residents support with appointment access and related care logistics. A Walk Score of 46 places the area in a car-dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride rather than a short walk.

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Overview of Prestige Post-Acute and Rehab Center – Centralia

Prestige Post-Acute and Rehab Center, tucked in Centralia, Washington, boasts a team of highly competent and credible healthcare professionals, including physicians, registered nurses, dietitians, certified nursing assistants, and more. Patients find comfort in the ideal recovery environment created by professionals who prioritize their needs and preferences.

At Prestige, nursing home care and skilled nursing facility services are seamlessly integrated into their offerings. Beyond their skilled therapy teams, this center provides a spectrum of services ranging from pain management and pulmonary care to balance programs, cancer recovery, and tracheostomy recovery. Notably, the facility houses a pharmacy, laboratory, and x-ray services, showcasing a comprehensive approach to healthcare. With a dedication to excellence, Prestige Post-Acute and Rehab Center emerges as a trusted haven for those seeking superior senior living.

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Overview of Josephine Caring Community

The line between needing help with doing the buttons in your shirt and needing a door that stays shut for your own safety can be thin. Josephine Caring Community in Stanwood, WA, carries both of those: assisted living and memory care. That means residents’ families need not look for a second address when their needs move from one to the next.

Assisted living covers just that: help with getting dressed, help with getting bathed, and help with getting medicated. But otherwise, residents are able to have their own space unsupervised. Memory care is the secured version of that. With more attentive care and supervision for someone who might try to leave when they really shouldn’t be out alone. The community has 86 beds.

Rehabilitation services are also provided in-house, so therapy does not mean booking somebody from outside. Pets are allowed so residents can bring theirs with them when they move in. The Walk Score is 59: that’s somewhat walkable.

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Overview of Skyline

Situated in Seattle, WA, Skyline Nursing Center provides rehabilitation and skilled nursing. Total nurse staffing is 5 hours and 20 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident.

The 34-bed community is smaller in scale, which can support regular familiarity between residents and staff. It is also a high-rise with one-bedroom and two-bedroom housing options. Furthermore, the range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since moving between levels can be accommodated without leaving the community. Pets are allowed so that a resident may bring animal companions.

A Walk Score of 98 places the area in a walker’s paradise, where daily errands do not require a car. For a resident who no longer drives, errands can still be completed independently on foot. Payment options are Medicare and private pay. This also indicates that Medicare is used for short-term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long-term residence.

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Overview of Magnolia Assisted Living

Magnolia Assisted Living is an assisted living community in Grandview, WA. Residents receive help with daily living needs while maintaining their own apartment, making the setting suitable for someone who needs support without giving up private living space. With 52 beds, the community may be a good fit for someone who prefers a smaller residential setting.

Apartments include walk-in closets and private bathrooms, giving residents dedicated storage and a bathroom within their living space. A cozy library provides a place to read, while daily scheduled activities offer structured options during the day.

The area has a Walk Score of 64, meaning it is somewhat walkable and some errands can be done on foot. For a resident who no longer drives, some nearby errands may be possible without a car, although not every daily need can be met by walking.

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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.