Page 4 of Best Assisted Living in Washington State

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 441 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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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

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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 to lowest based on our ranking 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. 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. 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. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home.
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.
Canterbury Gardens Memory Care Community
AL
MC
Longview
72
Facility 72
WA AVG 81
Rank #193 / 356
No
55
Facility 55
WA AVG 51
Rank #299 / 619
Suite
88.9%
Facility 88.9%
WA AVG 75%
Rank #52 / 276
6
2
Facility 2
WA AVG 8
Rank #163 / 282
17
Facility 17
WA AVG 31
Rank #94 / 279
2.8
Facility 2.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #70 / 279
Brookdale Canyon Lakes
AL
IL
Kennewick (Shadow Run)
53
Facility 53
WA AVG 81
Rank #275 / 356
Yes
11
Facility 11
WA AVG 51
Rank #584 / 619
Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Cottage
92.5%
Facility 92.5%
WA AVG 75%
Rank #37 / 276
6
2
Facility 2
WA AVG 8
Rank #163 / 282
42
Facility 42
WA AVG 31
Rank #200 / 279
7.0
Facility 7.0
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #240 / 279
Riverview Retirement Community
AL
HC
HOS
IL
MC
Spokane (Logan)
110
Facility 110
WA AVG 81
Rank #66 / 356
Yes
31
Facility 31
WA AVG 51
Rank #470 / 619
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
98.2%
Facility 98.2%
WA AVG 75%
Rank #12 / 276
5
2
Facility 2
WA AVG 8
Rank #163 / 282
6
Facility 6
WA AVG 31
Rank #29 / 279
1.2
Facility 1.2
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #20 / 279
Peoples Senior Living
AL
ADC
MC
Tacoma (Eastside)
145
Facility 145
WA AVG 81
Rank #18 / 356
No
50
Facility 50
WA AVG 51
Rank #331 / 619
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
46.2%
Facility 46.2%
WA AVG 75%
Rank #258 / 276
5
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 8
Rank #118 / 282
4
Facility 4
WA AVG 31
Rank #18 / 279
0.8
Facility 0.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #11 / 279
Protected: Ida Culver House Broadview
AL
IL
MC
Seattle (Broadview)
104
Facility 104
WA AVG 81
Rank #83 / 356
No
58
Facility 58
WA AVG 51
Rank #272 / 619
Studio / Cottage / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
82.7%
Facility 82.7%
WA AVG 75%
Rank #100 / 276
6
2
Facility 2
WA AVG 8
Rank #163 / 282
17
Facility 17
WA AVG 31
Rank #94 / 279
2.8
Facility 2.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #70 / 279
Cascade Inn
AL
IL
Vancouver
120
Facility 120
WA AVG 81
Rank #46 / 356
Yes
70
Facility 70
WA AVG 51
Rank #154 / 619
Studio / 1 Bed
84.2%
Facility 84.2%
WA AVG 75%
Rank #85 / 276
9
2
Facility 2
WA AVG 8
Rank #163 / 282
33
Facility 33
WA AVG 31
Rank #175 / 279
3.7
Facility 3.7
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #122 / 279
Rosewood Courte
AL
ADC
MC
RC
Edmonds (Westgate)
46
Facility 46
WA AVG 81
Rank #301 / 356
No
73
Facility 73
WA AVG 51
Rank #128 / 619
Studio / Semi-Private Rooms
93.5%
Facility 93.5%
WA AVG 75%
Rank #30 / 276
4
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 8
Rank #118 / 282
16
Facility 16
WA AVG 31
Rank #84 / 279
4.0
Facility 4.0
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #127 / 279
Merrill Gardens at Renton Centre
AL
IL
MC
S Renton (Burnett Avenue South)
110
Facility 110
WA AVG 81
Rank #66 / 356
Yes
93
Facility 93
WA AVG 51
Rank #24 / 619
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
86.4%
Facility 86.4%
WA AVG 75%
Rank #67 / 276
6
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 8
Rank #118 / 282
52
Facility 52
WA AVG 31
Rank #229 / 279
8.7
Facility 8.7
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #260 / 279
Village Green West Seattle
AL
IL
RC
Seattle (South Delridge)
60
Facility 60
WA AVG 81
Rank #237 / 356
Yes
81
Facility 81
WA AVG 51
Rank #76 / 619
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
55.0%
Facility 55.0%
WA AVG 75%
Rank #247 / 276
4
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 8
Rank #118 / 282
12
Facility 12
WA AVG 31
Rank #59 / 279
3.0
Facility 3.0
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #82 / 279
Truewood by Merrill, First Hill
AL
IL
MC
RC
Seattle
75
Facility 75
WA AVG 81
Rank #182 / 356
Yes
99
Facility 99
WA AVG 51
Rank #1 / 619
Private Apartment / Semi-Private Apartment / Studio / 1 Bed
45.3%
Facility 45.3%
WA AVG 75%
Rank #261 / 276
4
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 8
Rank #118 / 282
16
Facility 16
WA AVG 31
Rank #84 / 279
4.0
Facility 4.0
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #127 / 279

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every WA community we track that reports that metric, not just the 441 on this page.

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Overview of Canterbury Gardens Memory Care Community

Compassionate care meets vibrant living experience at Canterbury Gardens, an astonishing senior living community in beautiful Longview, Washington, offering memory care. Residents thrive at the comfort of their carefully built accommodations with advanced safety features like motion sensors, window sensor, and pull cords installed for absolute safety and security. Their memory care program encompasses providing much needed social connection, specific care techniques, family support, and 24/7 on-site nurses trained to meet residents’ needs with dignity and compassion.

Every detail within the community is fashioned to spark happiness through reminiscence and specialized care. Residents feel a sense of belonging everywhere they go with extra-wide hallways for barrier-free strolls, multiple dining experiences to cater to various care needs, and secured courtyard and garden beds for safe exploration. Plenty of historical surprises can be found throughout the community, including a shadow box that showcases each person’s life story and curio cabinets that feature small curiosities to stimulate memories of times past.

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Overview of Brookdale Canyon Lakes

Nestled on a 25-acre campus in Kennewick, Washington, Brookdale Canyon Lakes is a retirement community that offers independent and assisted living options. The community takes care of housekeeping, laundry, and yard maintenance, allowing residents to pursue their passions, reignite their social lives, or learn new skills. Residents have access to a variety of amenities, including an indoor swimming pool and fitness center, as well as a range of activities such as paint and sip classes, book clubs, and shopping trips. The community also provides 24/7 staff availability for emergencies and personalized care, ensuring residents only pay for the services they need.

Independent living at Brookdale Canyon Lakes offers a vacation-like lifestyle, with stylish apartments, restaurant-style dining, and opportunities to connect with friends. Assisted living provides additional support for daily living activities, with programs and team members in place to help with tasks like bathing and dressing, as well as recreational activities and scheduled transportation. Residents can enjoy the charm and vibrancy of the Tri-Cities region, with access to local wineries, breweries, and outdoor recreation.

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Overview of Riverview Retirement Community

Surrounded by thriving local amenities in Spokane, WA, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, outpatient therapy, and respite care. With a kind and highly trained team available around the clock, residents can keep their peace of mind and receive the highest quality of care tailored to their needs. Residents also enjoy a hassle-free lifestyle with housekeeping and laundry services.

Here, residents are encouraged to live actively and make new friends with a thoughtfully curated calendar of engaging events and enriching programs. Three delicious and healthy meals are also served daily, catering to residents’ dietary needs and preferences. With additional costs, residents can opt for medication assistance and incontinence care. The community’s many amenities and comprehensive services create the ideal setting for a blissful retirement.

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Overview of Peoples Senior Living

Peoples Senior Living is a modern retirement community in the bustling city of Tacoma, Washington, specializing in assisted living, memory care, and adult day health. This boutique-style community offers fine dining selections, a daily schedule of stimulating activities, and appropriately sized care services. Residents enjoy first-rate living conditions without paying the premium prices usually connected with private communities.

At Peoples Senior Living, they aim to provide compassionate care in a nurturing and stimulating atmosphere. Weekly housekeeping and linen services, maintenance services six or seven days a week, and three well-balanced meals daily under the guidance of a dietician are among the amenities they offer. To guarantee that residents receive thorough and individualized care, the community also provides therapy services, nursing and caregiver services, and assistance with scheduling doctor’s visits and transportation.

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Overview of Cascade Inn

Part of the Koelsch family of senior living communities, Cascade Inn is an assisted living and independent living community in Vancouver, Washington. The 120-bed community is housed in a two-story building with studio and one-bedroom residences. It has an occupancy rate of 84%.

Care includes medication management, transfer assistance, and a dedicated memory care program. Residents who need more support with daily routines and those living with memory loss can remain in the same community. Housekeeping, laundry, and transportation services are also available. Cascade Inn accepts Medicaid, giving eligible families a payment option for the cost of care.

Residents can take part in social and recreational activities. There are also regular exercise programs that add structure and social interaction to daily life. Residents can bring their pets, which can make the transition easier for those who do not want to leave a companion animal behind.

State inspectors with the Washington Department of Social and Health Services have most often identified fire safety systems as an area needing attention, including corridor fire ratings and fire door maintenance. A separate documentation issue involved a missing signed policy but was corrected during the inspection.

Families touring Cascade Inn should ask how fire safety systems and documentation are being maintained. Cascade Inn has a Walk Score of 70 out of 100, which is very walkable. Many everyday errands can be handled on foot rather than driving. The community’s walkable location, dedicated memory care program, and pet-friendly policy can suit families looking for a larger community with both structure and daily flexibility.

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Overview of Rosewood Courte

Create unforgettable moments in retirement at Rosewood Courte, a dedicated community in Edmonds, WA, focusing on memory care. Those with cognitive conditions can ease their worries and receive exceptional care for their unique needs 24/7. The community also provides a daystay program and respite care to meet residents’ healthcare needs.

Stimulating programs and enriching programs are conducted to enhance residents’ cognition and living experiences. Three delicious and healthy meals, alongside delightful snacks, are also served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Medication management and continence care are also provided for residents’ convenience. With its top-notch services and state-of-the-art amenities, residents are guaranteed the finest retirement experience.

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Overview of Merrill Gardens at Renton Centre

Located in Renton, WA, Merrill Gardens at Renton Centre is a multi-awarded senior living community that offers a range of senior living options, including assisted living, independent living, transitional care, and memory care. Choose from 184 studio, one, and two bedroom private apartments and 24 private and shared memory care apartments in a secure setting. Recognized with the Best of Renton Award every year for the past thirteen years, the community proves its commitment to delivering exceptional care and services.

Focused on actively engaging its residents, the community conducts a variety of activities and wellness programs, such as indoor gardening, TED talks, pet therapy, bread baking, and picnics. Residents also enjoy convenient services, such as concierge services, daily scheduled transportation, 24-hour assistance and weekly housekeeping. Their Anytime Dining program, ensures residents are nourished with fresh, restaurant-style meals 7 days a week. Amenities include a well-stocked library, movie theater, wine bar, salon, cozy living areas, and beautiful courtyard.

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Overview of Village Green West Seattle

Located in the South Delridge neighborhood of West Seattle, Washington, Village Green West Seattle is a senior living community offering assisted living, independent living, and respite care. The community is about 6.2 miles from downtown Seattle and has 60 beds in a three-story building. Residents can choose from studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences, depending on their space needs.

Residents have access to comfortable common areas, lounges, outdoor gathering spaces, wellness activities, clubs, scheduled programs, and devotional services. The community provides housekeeping and maintenance. Care staff is available around the clock to support residents as needed. Medicaid gives eligible families an additional option for covering the cost of care.

The community has an occupancy rate of 55%, which may provide greater room availability than communities with higher occupancy levels. The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 81, which means everyday errands can be reached on foot.

State inspections conducted by the Washington Department of Social and Health Services have focused on fire and life safety systems, including storage practices and electrical wiring, along with medication administration, care coordination, and licensing documentation such as tuberculosis testing and pet certification records. Follow-up inspections confirmed that identified issues had been corrected.

Families considering Village Green West Seattle should ask about current apartment availability due to the community’s capacity.

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Overview of Truewood by Merrill, First Hill

Tailor-made for active seniors, Truewood by Merrill is an engaging senior living community that offers a variety of senior living options, including assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Featuring 98 apartments, including studios, one, and two bedrooms, the community ensures a comfortable residence with access to a variety of amenities and convenient services. With a dedicated team available to provide assistance and care 24/ 7, residents are guaranteed to receive the support they need, when they need it.

Designed to give residents the independence to live their lives the way they want, the community offers various programs and activities based on residents’ interests, capabilities, and requests. With restaurant-style dining, weekly housekeeping, on-site maintenance, and transportation services, residents enjoy convenience at its finest. Amenities include a library, salon, meeting spaces, living areas, a patio, and a beautiful courtyard.

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Overview of Bayview Retirement Community

Bayview Retirement Community is one of the prime retirement communities in Seattle. Bayview offers a life plan program that guarantees you will not need to worry about moving houses when needed. The retirement home offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing options for seniors seeking an active and freeing lifestyle. Bayview Retirement Community is a well-designed community that many families have trusted to provide the best care for their loved ones.

Bayview encourages their residents to do as they please while having resort-like hospitality; their services are designed to promote an integrated community that can live life to the fullest with their housekeeping, linen, and laundry services that don’t hinder seniors from doing their daily activities and personal activities; as well as encouraging them to explore the city of Seattle through their scheduled transportation or outings.

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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 441 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.