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Best Assisted Living in Washington

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated May 2026
We analyzed 617 homes in Washington

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Washington Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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The information below is reported by the Washington Department of Social and Health Services, Residential Care Services.

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Merrill Gardens at Tukwila
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Tukwila (Southcenter)
80Yes 63 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed--2-13
MorningStar Senior Living at Silver Lake
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

Everett (Twin Creeks)
80No 42 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-----
Aegis Living Bellevue
MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

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Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

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Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Bellevue (West Bellevue)
77No 91 - 100.0% -6-61
The Hampton and Ashley Inn Memory Care Community
MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Vancouver (Riveridge)
85Yes 32 Studio / Shared Suite-----
Crista Shores
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Silverdale (Northwest Crista Shores Lane)
82No 56 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed--4-13
Brookdale Stanwood
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Stanwood
80Yes 51 Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed 77.5% -4-30
Aegis Living West Seattle
MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Seattle (North Admiral)
84Yes 76 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed 81.0% C+10341
Bonaventure of Salmon Creek
MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

Vancouver (Pleasant Valley)
89Yes 22 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed 70.8% A+33-59
Sunrise of Edmonds
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Edmonds (Westgate)
76Yes 73 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed 88.2% -3-15
Cogir of Vancouver
IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Vancouver (Orchards)
90Yes 44 Studio / Cottage / 1 Bed 75.6% -10346
Village Concepts of Issaquah-Spiritwood at Pine Lake
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Issaquah (Providence Point)
80No 43 Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed 90.0% A+6135
Prestige Senior Living Bridgewood
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

Vancouver (Landover - Sharmel)
80No 59 - 88.8% -6117
Edmonds Landing Assisted Living
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

Edmonds (The Bowl Of Edmonds)
83Yes 86 Studio / 1 Bed 44.6% -9431
Where The Heart Is
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Burlington
84No 57 Studio / 1 Bed 84.5% -8441
The Gardens at Marysville
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Marysville
85Yes 53 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed 82.4% -8351
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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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Total Residents: 6 Residents

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Housing Options: Private Rooms

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Building Type: 2-story

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Overview of The Golden Age Retirement Home

Maintain independence with The Golden Age Retirement Home, a blissful retreat in Bellevue, WA, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, hospice care, and respite care.  Here, residents do not have to worry about their special needs with live-in care providers and a well-trained team providing exceptional care 24/7. This community is Alzheimer’s, dementia, and mental health certified, ensuring those with cognitive conditions are comfortable and safe.

Here, residents can celebrate milestones and special events with a fun-packed calendar of recreational activities and engaging programs. Movie times and podiatry services are also offered as part of the community’s commitment to comprehensive care. Delightful and healthy meals are also served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. The community also takes care of housekeeping, laundry, and medication so that residents can live comfortably. Residents are guaranteed the finest retirement experience amidst the community’s beautiful and stress-free setting.

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Housing Options: Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Royal House Adult Family Home

33330 29Th Pl Sw, Federal Way, WA 98023
Overview of Royal House Adult Family Home

Ideally located in the thriving neighborhood of Federal Way, WA, Royal House Adult Family Home is an astounding community that offers assisted living. A kind and highly trained team provides top-notch care around the clock for residents to enjoy a worry-free lifestyle. The community also helps with housekeeping and laundry, providing residents more time to do the things they love.

Residents elevate their retirement experience with a variety of fun recreational activities and enriching programs. Delicious and well-balanced home-cooked meals are also served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Prioritizing residents’ welfare, the community strives to provide the highest quality of care and specially designed amenities for better comfort and safety.

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Housing Options: Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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DGG Care Home

13823 72Nd Ave E, Puyallup, WA 98373
Overview of Dgg Care Home

Make every moment count with Dgg Care Home, an exceptional community in Puyallup, WA, that offers memory care, assisted living, hospice care, mental health services, and specialized care for those with developmental disability. Residents do not have to worry about their special needs with a kind and highly trained team available around the clock. Purposely crafted and spacious accommodations in a cozy and nurturing environment are provided for residents to feel a sense of belonging during their stay.

Recreation and wellness are not problems with a jam-packed calendar of fun programs and entertaining events that highlight their interests and strengths. Mealtimes are also something to look forward to, with delicious and healthy meals that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. The community is ideal for those seeking assistance to live comfortably in their golden years, especially with its exceptional care and friendly setting.

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Housing Options: Private / Shared Rooms

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Building Type: 2-story

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Harbor Ridge Adult Family Home

4113 Harbor Ridge Rd Ne, Tacoma, WA 98422
Overview of Harbor Ridge Adult Family Home

Harbor Ridge Adult Family Home is an outstanding community nestled in the tree-laden neighborhood of Tacoma, WA, offering different levels of care, including long-term care, Parkinson’s care, memory care, respite, and hospice care. With a compassionate and highly skilled team available around the clock, residents receive the utmost care and support to live comfortably in retirement. The community also helps with housekeeping and maintenance, ensuring residents enjoy a hassle-free lifestyle.

Aside from their healthcare needs, residents’ happiness and wellness are prioritized with a carefully curated calendar of fun recreational activities and engaging programs. Three healthy and delicious meals are also served to satisfy their dietary needs and preferences. Residents will surely enjoy every moment of their golden years with the community’s beautifully maintained amenities and friendly setting.

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Housing Options: Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Everyday Grace Adult Family Home

32737 35Th Ave Sw, Federal Way, WA 98023
Overview of Everyday Grace Adult Family Home

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Housing Options: Private / Shared Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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NC Adult Family Home

13726 Se 23Rd Ln, Bellevue, WA 98005
Overview of Nc Adult Family Home

Ideally surrounded by convenient local amenities in Bellevue, WA, Nc Adult Family Home is an outstanding community that specializes in memory care. Dedicated to improving the quality of life of those living with dementia, mental health conditions, and development disabilities, a kind and highly trained team provides top-tier care around the clock. Here, residents can keep their peace of mind in the community’s cozy and nurturing environment.

Highlighting residents’ interests and strengths, a full calendar of fun recreational activities and engaging programs is conducted for enjoyment and wellness. Delicious and healthy meals are also served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. The community also provides various care options, including hospice, ostomy, care for traumatic brain injury, stroke recovery, and rehabilitation, to enhance residents’ living experiences. Live a blissful retirement with the community’s genuine care and specially designed amenities.

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Housing Options: Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Overview of West Seattle Adult Family Home

Spend your golden years with West Seattle Adult Family Home, a dedicated community set in the harmonious neighborhood of South West Seattle, WA, offering assisted living and memory care. With a compassionate and highly trained team attending to their needs around the clock, residents enjoy the utmost care they deserve. The community also features beautifully designed accommodations in a cozy and welcoming environment, ensuring residents feel a sense of belonging.

To improve the cognition of those with memory-related needs, stimulating programs and engaging activities are conducted. Delicious and healthy home-cooked meals are served for residents to have the finest dining experience. Medication management, diabetes management, and transportation to doctors’ appointments are available for residents’ comfort and convenience. The community is ideal for those looking to create meaningful moments in their golden years, especially those with memory-related needs, with its specially designed amenities.

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Building Type: Single-story

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Overview of Peach Tree Retirement Center

Situated in a peaceful area in Yakima, WA, Peach Tree Retirement Center is an exceptional senior living community purposely built to offer affordable independent living. Embracing residents’ independence, the community provides them with spacious and stunning accommodations surrounded by stunning natural beauty and equipped with convenient features like emergency response systems. Residents keep their peace of mind with kind and attentive team members available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

The community’s ideal location provides easy access to entertainment, shops, and dining spots in the city, combined with its wide selection of engaging activities for an active and dynamic retirement experience. Residents always eat healthily with fresh, delicious meals and replenishing snacks served daily. A multitude of amenities like a hair salon, activity room, library, and exercise room are also available for a more enticing living experience.

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Room Sizes: 353 / 480 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Overview of Coffee Creek Adult Family Home

Coffee Creek Adult Family Home is a tight-knit residential senior care center emphasizing its assisted living lifestyle in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The family-like environment boasts a home-like ambiance that makes a beautiful experience for those seeking to live independently while receiving added support. Families can rest easy knowing their loved ones are well taken care of.

Residential living at Coffee Creek is created by customized care plans tailored to each unique individual. To name a few of its accommodations include delicious home-cooked meals, ADLs, housekeeping, companionship services, medication management, and personal care– all delivered by its caregivers.

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Weighting overview

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    Resident Experience
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    Regulatory
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    Visual Media
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    Website
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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.

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Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

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

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Visual Media & Transparency 15%

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

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Website & Operator Transparency 10%

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

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Community Stability 10%

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

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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.

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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 19 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.