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Overview of The Finest Care II Adult Family Home

A trusted senior living community situated in the peaceful residential area of Northeast 79th Way, Vancouver, WA, focusing on assisted living. Promoting a vibrant and intimate atmosphere, the community strives to provide top-tier care and assistance for up to six residents. Moreover, The Finest Care II Adult Family Home ensures residents live comfortably by helping them with their personal needs and household responsibilities.

Do not miss any of your medication with the community’s assistance in managing your prescriptions and schedules. With its dedication to seniors’ welfare, the community also serves healthy and tasty meals based on dietary needs and preferences. The Finest Care II Adult Family Home is great for seniors who require assistance but aspire to keep their independence during their golden years.

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Overview of New Day Senior Living

Located in Federal Way, Washington, New Day Senior Living is an assisted living community offering residential care, respite stays, and hospice support alongside its core assisted living services. The community has been operating for 23 years, giving it a long track record in the area.

Residents receive help with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and medication management. Housekeeping and home-cooked meals are prepared on a regular schedule. Residents have access to hospice care if needed. Short-term respite stays are offered for families who need temporary coverage. Annie Kaigai manages the community.

The building is a single-story layout with a one-bed housing option. Residents must be at least 55 years old to move in. Residents with mobility limitations can easily navigate because of the home’s single-story design. There’s no need for stairs or elevators.

Federal Way places the community about 1.7 miles from the city center and roughly 2 miles from St. Francis Hospital, so emergency care is within a short distance. The neighborhood has a Walkability Score of 34 out of 100. A few errands can be handled on foot, but most trips require a car or transportation service.

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Overview of West Seattle Adult Family Home

West Seattle Adult Family Home provides assisted living and Residential Care in Seattle, WA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a private room, making the home a potential fit for someone who needs day-to-day support without sharing their living space.

The home is in the South Park neighborhood and has a Walk Score of 71 out of 100. Most errands can be completed on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Sofia Kirova serves as the director.

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Overview of Cristwood Nursing and Rehabilitation

Cristwood Nursing and Rehabilitation is located in the Hillwood neighborhood of Shoreline, Washington, just north of Seattle. The mid-rise building offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care, with studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartment options.

The campus includes specialized care for individuals living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia, alongside scheduled transit services to help residents get to medical appointments and local errands. The neighborhood has a walk score of 42, so while a few nearby spots are reachable on foot, most trips call for a car or the community’s shuttle service.

The facility is also located near Swedish Edmonds Campus for hospital access. Pets are not permitted on campus. Payment options include private pay as well as Washington state assistance programs.

Individuals and family members can contact the administrative office directly to check available apartment layouts, discuss state assistance coverage, or schedule a tour.

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Koi Castle Adult Family Home

3214 Sw 344Th St, Federal Way, WA 98023
Overview of Koi Castle Adult Family Home

Koi Castle Adult Family Home offers assisted living and residential care in Federal Way, WA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication, while residential care provides ongoing support in a residential setting. Opened in 2022, the home has private rooms, giving each resident an individual room rather than a shared sleeping space.

Short and long term care are tailored to individual health needs and lifestyle preferences, so residents can choose either a temporary or ongoing stay. Respite care provides a short stay, which may suit a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. A Walk Score of 32 out of 100 places the area in a car dependent setting, where most errands require a car or a ride.

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Overview of Eastside Estates Adult Family Home

Ideally set in the tree-lined neighborhood of Kent, WA, Eastside Estates Adult Family Home is a blissful retreat that offers assisted living. Here, residents enjoy the highest quality of life with a compassionate and well-trained team attending to their needs around the clock. The community also promotes a cozy and nurturing environment for residents to feel at ease during their stay.

A thoughtfully curated calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs is also conducted, encouraging residents to live actively and happily. Mealtimes foster comfort and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and well-balanced dining options. Residents spend their golden years without worries amidst the community’s intimate and friendly setting.

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Overview of Ideal Senior Care

Ideal Senior Care provides assisted living, memory care, and residential care in Edmonds, WA. Assisted living supports residents with daily activities, while memory care provides supervision for people living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia. Residential care is also available for residents who need support in a home setting, and the community may be a good fit for someone with dementia who needs memory care and staff support around the clock.

Private rooms give each resident a personal room within the home. Care can include medication management and assistance, insulin administration, wound management and care, along with range of motion and exercise routines. These services cover medication support, injections, wound care, and guided movement, with staff available 24 hours a day.

Meals are prepared in house and tailored to individual dietary needs and preferences, allowing food service to reflect a resident’s established requirements. The area has a Walk Score of 31 and is car dependent. Residents who no longer drive need a car or a ride for most errands.

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Overview of Alpine Residences of Washington

Experience a better quality of life with Alpine Residences of Washington, a dynamic nurse-owned and operated community in Kirkland, WA, that offers assisted living. Residents can keep their peace of mind with a compassionate and highly qualified team providing top-notch care 24/7. With its intimate and specially designed spaces, the community strives to accommodate up to eight residents, ensuring their comfort and safety.

Residents will not run out of things to do, with plenty of fun activities and engaging programs aimed at keeping them active and well-connected. Medical support is also provided, ensuring residents’ healthcare needs are well cared for. The community is ideal for those seeking assistance to live comfortably in their golden years, especially with its dedicated services and state-of-the-art amenities.

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Overview of Silver Creek Adult Family Home

Surrounded by tranquil parks in Puyallup, WA, Silver Creek Adult Family Home is an idyllic retreat that offers assisted living. Here, residents receive the highest quality of care and assistance from a compassionate and highly trained team attending to their every need 24/7. The community strives to promote a respectful and welcoming environment for residents to easily adapt to their surroundings.

A jam-packed calendar of activities accompanies residents as they live their golden years, promoting a vibrant and well-engaged lifestyle. Healthy and delicious meals are provided for residents to enjoy mealtimes that cater to their nutritional needs and preferences. Medication management, nurse assessment, and hospice care are also provided to meet residents’ healthcare needs. Experience the best of your later years while retaining your independence with the community’s genuine care and beautifully designed spaces.

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Overview of Heaven’s Hands Adult Family Home

Heaven’s Hands Adult Family Home, located in Spokane Valley, WA, is committed to providing compassionate, personalized care for individuals with a range of needs, including those with Parkinson’s disease, stroke recovery, dementia, and other memory care needs. Our highly trained team provides 24/7 care, ensuring that each resident receives the support they require in a comfortable, homelike environment. We offer assistance with daily living activities including: medication management, incontinence care, dressing, bathing, transfer assistance, a fall prevention program, and specialized meal options to meet individual dietary needs.

Our primary focus is on delivering exceptional care that is tailored to meet the unique needs of every resident we serve. We are nurse owned and operated and collaborate closely with hospice, home health, and primary care providers to ensure a comprehensive and seamless care plan. We have onsite primary care visits, lab work, urgent care, and all medications can be delivered to the facility. This coordination allows us to support both the medical and personal needs of our residents. At Heaven’s Hands Adult Family Home, we are devoted to providing a safe, caring and supportive environment where residents can receive exceptional care while maintaining their dignity and well-being.

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    Stability
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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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  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
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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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  • Mobile Usability
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  • Owner Info Available
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Community Stability 10%

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

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  • Bed Options
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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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  • 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.