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Page 30 of Best Assisted Living in Washington State

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 453 assisted living communities in Washington State using WA Dept. of Social and Health Services (DSHS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in WA
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453 homes
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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: 51/ 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: 81The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Washington State. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

Compare Assisted Living around Washington

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

Judson Park
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Des Moines (Marine View Drive South)
52
Facility 52
WA AVG 81
Rank #280 / 357
Yes
19
Facility 19
WA AVG 51
Rank #530 / 626
1 Bed / 2 Bed 73.1% A+6
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 281
5
Facility 5
WA AVG 31
Rank #22 / 277
0.8
Facility 0.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #11 / 277
Timber Ridge
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Issaquah (Talus)
26
Facility 26
WA AVG 81
Rank #343 / 357
No
19
Facility 19
WA AVG 51
Rank #530 / 626
- 88.5% A+4
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 281
18
Facility 18
WA AVG 31
Rank #101 / 277
4.5
Facility 4.5
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #153 / 277
Mt. Baker Care Center
AL
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Bellingham (South Bellingham)
47
Facility 47
WA AVG 81
Rank #299 / 357
No
44
Facility 44
WA AVG 51
Rank #377 / 626
Private Rooms--7
2
Facility 2
WA AVG 8
Rank #163 / 281
18
Facility 18
WA AVG 31
Rank #101 / 277
2.6
Facility 2.6
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #62 / 277
Penrose Harbor at Heron‘s Key
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Gig Harbor
49
Facility 49
WA AVG 81
Rank #293 / 357
Yes
36
Facility 36
WA AVG 51
Rank #431 / 626
Suite--4
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 8
Rank #118 / 281
31
Facility 31
WA AVG 31
Rank #165 / 277
7.8
Facility 7.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #252 / 277
Covenant Living at the Shores
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Mercer Island (Fortuna)
50
Facility 50
WA AVG 81
Rank #285 / 357
No
18
Facility 18
WA AVG 51
Rank #538 / 626
1 Bed 76.0% -4
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 8
Rank #118 / 281
27
Facility 27
WA AVG 31
Rank #150 / 277
6.8
Facility 6.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #237 / 277
Avista Senior Living Ellensburg
AL
RC
Ellensburg
36
Facility 36
WA AVG 81
Rank #327 / 357
Yes
30
Facility 30
WA AVG 51
Rank #476 / 626
Studio-A+8
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 281
--
Garden Terrace Healthcare Center at Federal Way
AL
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Federal Way (South 338Th Street)
34
Facility 34
WA AVG 81
Rank #334 / 357
No
46
Facility 46
WA AVG 51
Rank #362 / 626
- 35.3% -14
6
Facility 6
WA AVG 8
Rank #250 / 281
80
Facility 80
WA AVG 31
Rank #267 / 277
5.7
Facility 5.7
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #207 / 277
The Park at Belle Harbour Assisted Living Community
AL
NH
IL
Bellevue (Wilburton)
100
Facility 100
WA AVG 81
Rank #91 / 357
Yes
38
Facility 38
WA AVG 51
Rank #419 / 626
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed--2
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 281
--
Merrill Gardens at Tacoma
AL
IL
MC
Tacoma (West End)
65
Facility 65
WA AVG 81
Rank #216 / 357
Yes
80
Facility 80
WA AVG 51
Rank #79 / 626
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed--3
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 281
--
The Springs at The Waterfront
AL
IL
MC
Vancouver (Esther Short)
68
Facility 68
WA AVG 81
Rank #210 / 357
No
67
Facility 67
WA AVG 51
Rank #176 / 626
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed 36.8% -1
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 281
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 31
Rank #4 / 277
1.0
Facility 1.0
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #14 / 277
Peters Creek Retirement & Assisted Living
AL
IL
MC
RC
Redmond (Grass Lawn)
60
Facility 60
WA AVG 81
Rank #238 / 357
Yes
31
Facility 31
WA AVG 51
Rank #467 / 626
Studio / 1 Bed 76.7% -1
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 281
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 31
Rank #4 / 277
1.0
Facility 1.0
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #14 / 277
The Watermark at Bellevue
AL
IL
MC
RC
Bellevue (West Bellevue)
140
Facility 140
WA AVG 81
Rank #19 / 357
No
89
Facility 89
WA AVG 51
Rank #41 / 626
Studio / 1 Bed 38.6% -4
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 281
3
Facility 3
WA AVG 31
Rank #13 / 277
0.8
Facility 0.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #11 / 277
Fieldstone Memory Care Olympia
AL
IL
MC
RC
Olympia
62
Facility 62
WA AVG 81
Rank #233 / 357
Yes
19
Facility 19
WA AVG 51
Rank #530 / 626
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed 75.8% -3
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 281
3
Facility 3
WA AVG 31
Rank #13 / 277
1.0
Facility 1.0
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #14 / 277
Spokane Veterans Home
AL
NH
Spokane (East Central)
100
Facility 100
WA AVG 81
Rank #91 / 357
No
77
Facility 77
WA AVG 51
Rank #97 / 626
- 97.2% -----
GenCare Lifestyle Tacoma at Point Ruston
AL
IL
MC
RC
Tacoma (West End)
85
Facility 85
WA AVG 81
Rank #143 / 357
Yes
65
Facility 65
WA AVG 51
Rank #189 / 626
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed 98.8% -2
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 281
4
Facility 4
WA AVG 31
Rank #18 / 277
2.0
Facility 2.0
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #40 / 277
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Overview of Ideal Senior Care

Make every moment of your retirement memorable at Ideal Senior Care, a distinct community in Edmonds, WA, offering assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. Residents receive the highest quality of care from a kind and highly trained team attending to their needs around the clock. The community also helps with daily living activities and chores, ensuring residents have a hassle-free lifestyle.

Fun recreational activities and enriching programs are conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Delicious and healthy dining options are also served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. With its wide range of care options and top-notch amenities, the community strives to help residents flourish in their golden years.

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All Saints Adult Family Home

2704 Sw 314Th St, Federal Way, WA 98023
Overview of All Saints Adult Family Home

All Saints Adult Family Home in Federal Way, Washington, ensures the physical, emotional, and social well-being of its residents. Trusted by numerous families in the area, this Christian-affiliated home goes above and beyond in providing extraordinary care. Their commitment extends beyond the ordinary, reaching into the hearts of families and seniors they serve. With a wide acceptance of various insurance plans, the home offers a comprehensive range of services.

With a 24-hour registered nurse overseeing operations and staff assistance, residents are in capable hands. The services offered are comprehensive, including housekeeping and laundry services, disease management, ambulation and transfer assistance, respite care, and specialized restorative care programs. This dedicated approach creates a truly comfortable and nurturing community, making All Saints Adult Family Home a trusted choice for families seeking exceptional care for their loved ones.

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Overview of Gloria’s House Adult Family Home

Gloria’s House Adult Family Home is an assisted living community in Tacoma, WA, that offers personal care and memory care. Featuring six private bedrooms in a boutique-style setting, the community ensures older adults can feel at home during their stay. Daily housekeeping, three well-balanced meals, and a 24-hour care team are also provided to improve residents’ quality of life. Focusing on residents’ holistic well-being, the community provides top-tier care tailored to their needs and preferences.

Gardening, social gatherings, and light exercises provide residents with more opportunities to learn and have fun. With accessible rooms, a spacious courtyard, and serene outdoors, residents can rest and move around comfortably. Set in the quiet residential area of Tacoma, near bus stops, the community guarantees a stress-free retirement. This assisted living community is a good option for senior living in Washington, providing high standards of care for older adults’ welfare.

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Felicity Senior Care

15419 Se 21St Pl, Bellevue, WA 98007
Overview of Felicity Senior Care

Age gracefully with Felicity Senior Care, a trusted community located in the beautiful setting of Bellevue, WA, that offers assisted living and memory care. Those with memory-related needs can rest their worries with a kind and highly trained team attending to their needs 24/7. Specially crafted and cozy accommodations in a warm and nurturing environment are available to ensure residents’ comfort and safety.

There’s no dull moment in the community, with a jam-packed calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs that highlight their interests and wellness. Three delicious and healthy meals are also served so residents can enjoy hassle-free dining that satisfies their dietary needs and preferences. The community also provides a wide range of services, including incontinence care, medication management, transportation arrangements, and a pharmacy, for residents’ convenience. Here, residents enjoy the finest retirement experience with the community’s friendly setting and welcoming spaces.

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Kelsey Creek Senior Care

657 130Th Ave Ne, Bellevue, WA 98005
Overview of Kelsey Creek Senior Care

Peacefully set in the quiet residential area of Bellevue, WA, Kelsey Creek Bellevue Senior Care, LLC is a top-rated community that offers assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, hospice, and respite care. The community is committed to improving residents’ living experiences, providing exceptional care tailored to their needs around the clock. With a kind and highly skilled team helping with their daily living activities and household chores, residents can rest assured of enjoying a maintenance-free lifestyle.

There’s no dull moment with a jam-packed calendar of enriching activities and fun recreational programs that aim to keep residents active and socially engaged. Here, residents have a delightful dining experience with delicious and well-balanced meals that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Transportation services and regular health check-ups are also available for residents’ convenience and safety. Residents will surely find the best possible care for their unique needs with the community’s comprehensive care options and state-of-the-art amenities.

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Overview of Badger Mountain Adult Family Home

Experience a better quality of life with Badger Mountain Adult Family Homes, an esteemed community based in Washington, offering assisted living and memory care. The community is committed to improving residents’ well-being, providing top-notch care 24/7 based on their special needs. Residents do not have to worry about day-to-day activities and household chores, with a kind and well-trained team handling the busy work.

Stimulating programs and fun activities are conducted so that residents can interact with their surroundings and live actively. Residents have hassle-free dining with delicious and well-balanced meals that cater to their nutritional needs and preferences. Hospice care and therapy services are also provided to enhance residents’ living experiences. The community has two ideal locations across the state, including Richland and Kennwick, ensuring residents are well-cared for.

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Golden Cottage Adult Family Home

13809 125Th Ave Ne, Kirkland, WA 98034
Overview of Golden Cottage Adult Family Home

Live a worry-free retirement with Golden Cottage Adult Family Home, a trusted community in Kirkland, WA, that offers all level of care. With fully furnished and cozy accommodations in a vibrant and nurturing environment, residents can feel a sense of belonging while receiving exceptional care from a kind and well-trained team. This privately owned community provides all-inclusive care for residents to make the most of their retirement.

A well-thought-out calendar of fun recreational activities and enriching programs is conducted to prevent loneliness and promote a vibrant lifestyle. Three delightful and nutritious meals are served so that residents have the finest dining experience that satisfies their dietary needs and preferences. The community’s convenient location and state-of-the-art amenities create the perfect setting for residents to thrive in their golden years.

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Magda’s Adult Care

8401 Ne Fourth Plain Blvd, Vancouver, WA 98662
Overview of Magda’s Adult Care

Magda’s Adult Care is a privately-owned adult care community in Vancouver, WA, that offers assisted living. With its intimate setting, the community strives to promote a home-like environment. Medication management and fully furnished accommodations await older adults, ensuring their comfort and convenience. The community also offers all-inclusive care, so older adults can rest assured of receiving the care they need.

Daily activities, holiday celebrations, music, and art therapy are among the community’s recreational and social offerings. Three delicious and healthy meals are also served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. With its dedicated services and nurturing services, the community creates the ideal setting where residents can thrive in retirement.

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Overview of L&r Adult Family Home

L&R Adult Family Home is a trusted assisted living community in Spokane, WA, that offers personal care. Promoting a welcoming atmosphere, the community ensures older adults are treated like family. 24/7 care, well-balanced meals, and medication management are offered to maintain residents’ independence without hassles. Through personalized care plans, the community doubles its efforts to improve residents’ living experiences.

Here, residents explore new interests and interact with peers through a variety of leisure activities. Naturally-lit gathering spaces, cozy living areas, and quiet outdoors also provide older adults with places to relax. Situated in the serene residential area of Spokane, residents are guaranteed a laid-back lifestyle. This assisted living community is one of the best choices for retirement in Washington, especially with its home-like environment.

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Magnolia Gardens Senior Care

2506 Ne 160Th Ave, Vancouver, WA 98684
Overview of Magnolia Gardens Senior Care

Nestled in the vibrant neighborhood of Vancouver, WA, Magnolia Gardens Senior Care is an enticing community that offers assisted living, independent senior living, nursing care, memory care, and many more. Here, residents can choose from a diverse range of stylish and comfortable accommodations, each offering a variety of floor plans to match their personal preferences and lifestyle needs. The compassionate, highly trained team provides round-the-clock care and specialized memory services for conditions like Alzheimer’s, dementia, and stroke. Personalized support and a high caregiver-to-resident ratio ensure each resident receives attentive, top-quality care.

At Magnolia Gardens Senior Care, residents benefit from excellent amenities and services, including nutritious home-cooked meals, housekeeping, 24/7 security, and personalized medical care. With organized activities, educational programs, and specialized care, seniors can enjoy a fulfilling and comfortable retirement.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

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

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

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

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

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

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

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

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in 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 453 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.