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Overview of Shangri-La Care Home

Shangri-La Care Home is a nurse-owned and operated assisted living community in Sumner, WA, offering assistance with daily living activities. Dedicated to older adults’ comfort, the community continuously promotes a compassionate, home-like environment. With meal preparation, walking assistance, and recreational opportunities, residents experience a worry-free lifestyle. Through personalized care plans, residents receive holistic care to live comfortably.

Holiday celebrations, group activities, and outings foster interactions and encourage residents to stay active. Spacious gathering areas, accessible outdoors, and a lively dining room are among the first-class amenities dedicated to residents’ relaxation and wellness. Set in the quiet residential area of Sumner, the community guarantees accessibility and convenience. This assisted living community is committed to helping older adults thrive in retirement, making it a great choice for senior living in Washington.

Overview of Brookdale Olympia East

Brookdale Olympia East offers independent and assisted living options for seniors south of Seattle on the picturesque Olympic Peninsula. This pet-friendly assisted living community fosters a warm and welcoming environment where residents can enjoy the companionship of fellow residents and find solace in the compassionate staff available on-campus around the clock, ready to respond to emergencies.
At Brookdale Olympia East, senior residents can leave behind chores and maintenance to focus on their interests and passions, all while having access to assisted living support if needed. The dedicated staff handles daily tasks like cooking and cleaning, allowing residents to embrace a vibrant social calendar and build meaningful connections with new friends. With various floor plans, including apartment homes with lovely garden views, residents can choose a living space that suits their preferences. Brookdale Olympia East is where worry-free living meets the comforts of home and where seniors can thrive in a supportive community.

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Overview of Crystal Falls Adult Family Home

Crystal Falls Adult Family Home is a state-licensed adult family residence in Edmonds, Washington, offering a compassionate and nurturing atmosphere for up to six residents. The primary objective is to uphold each resident’s cognitive and physical independence, fostering a vibrant, social, and engaging environment to cater to their unique care requirements. The home is set in a park-like environment, harmonizing with nature to provide residents ample opportunities to embrace the wonders of the local surroundings. The home’s commitment is to create a supportive, family-like environment where residents can flourish in their golden years.

Situated in the picturesque locale of Edmonds, Crystal Falls Adult Family Home boasts six large private rooms and three handicap-accessible washrooms. These accommodations are thoughtfully designed with easy access to washrooms and handicapped-accessible showers, ensuring comfort and convenience. Here, senior residents receive personalized 24-hour care within a warm home setting. The comprehensive services include professional charting and record-keeping, adept medication management, health monitoring, and dedicated assistance with all activities of daily living. Delightful home-cooked meals enhance the communal dining experience, providing both nourishment and a sense of shared warmth. The home also offers engaging activities, housekeeping, and laundry services, creating a holistic care approach.

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Overview of Amani Place Afh III

Tucked away in a peaceful area in Spokane Valley, WA, Amani Place Afh III is a compassionate senior living community that aims to help its residents comfortably age in place with its wide array of services. Residents here enjoy the convenience of having assisted living, Alzheimer’s care, memory care, skilled nursing, and hospice care services all under one community. Offering a range of cozy and easy to navigate accommodations, the community guarantees each resident a comfortable living environment that provides them plenty of privacy and excellent safety.

The community features a reliable team of care professionals that offers a strong dedication to making each resident feel well-cared for and comfortable within a safe living environment. Residents are also given individualized care plans to make sure that their wishes and needs are accommodated. With compassionate care and support, residents of Amani Place Afh III enjoy their peace of mind knowing that they are in capable hands.

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Overview of Ideal Care Homes

Offering assisted living, hospice care, memory care, and nursing care, Ideal Care Homes is a senior living community in Bellevue’s West Lake Sammamish neighborhood. The community provides several levels of care in one community. Residents can stay here as their care needs change over time. The community is led by President Dorina Ilsan and has served the Bellevue area for 26 years.

Each resident receives a personalized care plan based on their individual needs instead of a standard approach. The community features a dining hall, a movie room, walking paths, and outdoor spaces where residents can relax and spend time outside. Kaiser Permanente Bellevue Medical Center is about 4 miles away. Residents and families have convenient access to nearby hospital care.

The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 10, making it a car-dependent area. Most errands and outings require a vehicle. Families planning regular visits may want to keep this in mind when traveling to and from the community

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Overview of Enchanted Adult Family Home

Enchanted Adult Family Home provides assisted living and Residential Care in Federal Way, WA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while allowing a resident to maintain a private living space. The home is in the Twin Lakes neighborhood and may be a good fit for someone seeking help with daily tasks in a residential care setting.

Private lakes and parks are within walking distance, so residents can reach nearby outdoor spaces without arranging transportation. The surrounding neighborhood has around-the-clock HOA security.

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Overview of Mukuhi Care – Bothell

Mukuhi Care, Bothell offers assisted living, memory care, residential care, and respite care in Bothell, WA. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks, memory care provides supervision for residents with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia, residential care provides support in a home setting, and respite care offers a short-term stay. Mukuhi Care, Bothell may be a good fit for someone who needs supervised memory care or for a family seeking short-term respite care.

The home has an enclosed deck and a lawn, giving residents outdoor areas to use. Multilingual support can help residents and families communicate in a language they use, while wheelchair accessibility accommodates residents who use wheelchairs.

Meals, housekeeping, and utilities are included in the monthly rent, so those services are bundled into the regular housing payment. James Mburu and Job Mburu are the owners.

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Overview of Merrill Gardens

Merrill Gardens is an assisted living community in Seattle, WA, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Promoting a nurturing and welcoming environment, the community ensures older adults can live comfortably. To enrich residents’ daily living, the community provides housekeeping, meals, and assistance with daily living activities. The community also strives to help residents maintain their independence through personalized care plans.

Memory-enhancing activities and wellness programs are available to ensure residents’ holistic well-being. Residents can also rest and interact with friends in cozy living spaces and shared areas. Located in the thriving neighborhood of Seattle, the community ensures accessibility and convenience. This assisted living community has a variety of services and thoughtfully designed spaces, making it a good option for senior living in Washington.

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Robin‘s Nest

993 Fox Hollow Rd, Sequim, WA 98382
Overview of Robin‘s Nest

Residing in the peaceful and serene landscape of Sequim, WA, Robin’s Nest is dedicated to providing exceptional care options including onsite nurse practitioner visits, housekeeping, meals and snacks, laundry, and housekeeping. With its cozy and intimate setting, residents receive the utmost attention and care they deserve. Moreover, seniors experience a wonderful retirement with bright and welcoming accommodations. Live a worry-free lifestyle with a compassionate and reliable team handling your needs.

The community strives to empower seniors to thrive and achieve their aspirations with a wide selection of wellness programs. As an adult family home, the community doubles its efforts to understand each resident for a care plan tailored to their needs and preferences. Robin’s Nest is committed to providing a haven for seniors to spend their golden years in comfort.

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Overview of Bellevue Senior Care

Owned and operated by a licensed practical nurse, Bellevue Senior Care AFH is an assisted living community in Bellevue, WA, that specializes in memory care. Focusing on older adults’ comfort, the community continuously promotes a warm, home-like environment. The community also provides care with a medically trained team around the clock, along with medication management and end-of-life care. Individualized care plans are also created based on residents’ unique needs and preferences.

A variety of activities are conducted to support residents’ physical, cognitive, and emotional welfare. Secure backyard, private, and semi-private rooms are also available for residents’ relaxation and safety. The community is also surrounded by public transportation and other local amenities in Bellevue, ensuring accessibility and convenience. Providing exceptional services for older adults’ welfare, this assisted living community is an ideal choice for senior living in Washington.

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Weighting overview

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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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  • % 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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  • Occupancy Rate
  • 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.