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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 455 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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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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. 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.
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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
Prestige Senior Living Auburn Meadows
AL
MC
Auburn
110
Facility 110
WA AVG 79
Rank #47 / 285
Yes
45
Facility 45
WA AVG 50
Rank #254 / 439
-
85.5%
Facility 85.5%
WA AVG 75.8%
Rank #59 / 215
A+9
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 265
72
Facility 72
WA AVG 31
Rank #249 / 262
8.0
Facility 8.0
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #250 / 262
Clearwater Springs Assisted Living
AL
Vancouver (Hazel Dell South)
95
Facility 95
WA AVG 79
Rank #84 / 285
Yes
77
Facility 77
WA AVG 50
Rank #78 / 439
350 - 689 sq. ft
74.7%
Facility 74.7%
WA AVG 75.8%
Rank #123 / 215
-12
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 8
Rank #110 / 265
22
Facility 22
WA AVG 31
Rank #133 / 262
1.8
Facility 1.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #65 / 262
Cedar Creek Memory Care Community
AL
MC
Edmonds
80
Facility 80
WA AVG 79
Rank #124 / 285
No
64
Facility 64
WA AVG 50
Rank #134 / 439
Private / Shared Suite
71.3%
Facility 71.3%
WA AVG 75.8%
Rank #143 / 215
-11
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 265
23
Facility 23
WA AVG 31
Rank #138 / 262
2.1
Facility 2.1
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #91 / 262
Village Green West Seattle
AL
IL
RC
Seattle (South Delridge)
60
Facility 60
WA AVG 79
Rank #188 / 285
Yes
81
Facility 81
WA AVG 50
Rank #62 / 439
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
55.0%
Facility 55.0%
WA AVG 75.8%
Rank #194 / 215
-6
2
Facility 2
WA AVG 8
Rank #155 / 265
4
Facility 4
WA AVG 31
Rank #25 / 262
0.7
Facility 0.7
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #19 / 262
Murano Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
Seattle
130
Facility 130
WA AVG 79
Rank #18 / 285
Yes
98
Facility 98
WA AVG 50
Rank #5 / 439
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
60.0%
Facility 60.0%
WA AVG 75.8%
Rank #184 / 215
-11
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 8
Rank #110 / 265
33
Facility 33
WA AVG 31
Rank #176 / 262
3.0
Facility 3.0
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #150 / 262
GenCare Lifestyle Federal Way
AL
IL
MC
RC
Federal Way
85
Facility 85
WA AVG 79
Rank #102 / 285
Yes
79
Facility 79
WA AVG 50
Rank #68 / 439
1 Bed / 2 Bed
84.7%
Facility 84.7%
WA AVG 75.8%
Rank #64 / 215
-6
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 8
Rank #110 / 265
27
Facility 27
WA AVG 31
Rank #156 / 262
4.5
Facility 4.5
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #213 / 262
Brookdale Everett
AL
Everett
80
Facility 80
WA AVG 79
Rank #124 / 285
Yes
45
Facility 45
WA AVG 50
Rank #254 / 439
Studio / 1 Bed
76.3%
Facility 76.3%
WA AVG 75.8%
Rank #115 / 215
-6
2
Facility 2
WA AVG 8
Rank #155 / 265
11
Facility 11
WA AVG 31
Rank #69 / 262
1.8
Facility 1.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #65 / 262
Truewood by Merrill, First Hill
AL
IL
MC
RC
Seattle
75
Facility 75
WA AVG 79
Rank #141 / 285
Yes
99
Facility 99
WA AVG 50
Rank #1 / 439
Private Apartment / Semi-Private Apartment / Studio / 1 Bed
45.3%
Facility 45.3%
WA AVG 75.8%
Rank #203 / 215
-4
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 265
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 31
Rank #4 / 262
0.3
Facility 0.3
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #5 / 262
Village Concepts of Milton
AL
IL
Milton (Milton Plaza)
85
Facility 85
WA AVG 79
Rank #102 / 285
No
63
Facility 63
WA AVG 50
Rank #144 / 439
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-A+7
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 265
4
Facility 4
WA AVG 31
Rank #25 / 262
0.6
Facility 0.6
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #18 / 262
Emerald Heights
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Ne Redmond
74
Facility 74
WA AVG 79
Rank #150 / 285
Yes
83
Facility 83
WA AVG 50
Rank #53 / 439
-
67.6%
Facility 67.6%
WA AVG 75.8%
Rank #160 / 215
-4
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 8
Rank #110 / 265
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 31
Rank #4 / 262
0.3
Facility 0.3
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #5 / 262

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other WA assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 455 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Prestige Senior Living Auburn Meadows

Prestige Senior Living Auburn Meadows in Auburn, WA, narrows its care to assisted living and memory care. Daily tasks are what assisted living staff pick up. The memory care setting is secured, and staff supervise residents there who might wander.

There are 110 beds here, and Medicaid is accepted for eligible residents whose savings won’t stretch across a lengthy stay. Short respite stays are offered too, useful when a family that usually drops in can’t get there for a while.

Programming is organized under five names. They are the Celebrations Innovative Wellness Program, Energize Exercise & Fall Reduction Program, Mind Masters Cognitive Stimulation Program, Expressions Memory Care Program, and Personalized Music Program. Across the five, the ground covered is exercise, cognitive engagement, memory care, and music.

There’s a salon on site, along with a courtyard and scheduled transportation, and a pet is welcome. The executive director is Hannah Clark. Walk Score places the neighborhood at 45, car-dependent, and errands mostly require a driver.

Contact Prestige Senior Living Auburn Meadows

Overview of Clearwater Springs Assisted Living

Peacefully nestled in Vancouver, WA, Clearwater Springs Assisted Living is a safe and secure community that offers excellent assisted living to its residents. Their excellent team of caregivers is always available to support residents with their daily needs, including personal care, medication management, and more. For added convenience, access to pharmacy services and occupational therapy are also available on-site.

Fun and excitement are within easy reach with a wide array of social and recreational activities available regularly. Health-conscious meals and specialized dining options are also offered to guarantee proper nutrition and save them from the hassles of meal preparation. Live your retirement life of your own accord while receiving compassionate and genuine care from Clearwater Springs Assisted Living.

Starting Price $3,650/Month

Contact Clearwater Springs Assisted Living

Overview of Cedar Creek Memory Care Community

Family-owned for more than 60 years, Cedar Creek Memory Care Community is a senior living community in Edmonds, Washington. It offers assisted living and specialized memory care for residents living with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, and other memory-related conditions. The 80-bed community in a three-story building offers both private and shared suites, giving residents and families a choice of living arrangements.

Cedar Creek currently has an occupancy rate of 60%, with 48 of its 80 beds occupied. The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 64, so some nearby shops and services can be reached on foot. The community is less than half a mile from Swedish Edmonds Campus and about 1.5 miles from downtown Edmonds, providing convenient access to hospital care and local amenities.

The community’s safety features include motion sensors, pull cords, and window sensors to support residents who may wander or require additional supervision. Residents also have access to beauty services, fitness and recreation programs, and a variety of social activities.

The community has outdoor spaces and thoughtfully prepared dining to support residents’ comfort and well-being. Medicaid gives eligible families another option for covering the cost of care.

State inspections conducted by the Washington Department of Social and Health Services have focused on food safety, housekeeping practices, safety documentation such as alarm and fire drill records, and staff response procedures during emergencies. The community has taken corrective action to address these findings.

Contact Cedar Creek Memory Care Community

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.

Starting Price $2,800/Month

Contact Village Green West Seattle

Overview of Murano Senior Living

Murano Senior Living in Seattle, Washington, offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in a high-rise setting. Independent living pairs private apartments with community features, while assisted living helps with daily tasks like bathing, dressing, and managing medication. Secured memory care provides supervision for individuals prone to wandering, allowing care levels to step up over time without requiring a move.

Studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans across the 130-bed property suit single occupants or couples. Medicaid is accepted for eligible long-term stays, and pets are permitted.

A walk score of 98 makes the surrounding neighborhood exceptionally walkable, allowing non-driving residents to complete daily errands on foot independently.

Prospective residents exploring senior living options in Seattle can contact the management office to check availability or request a tour.

Starting Price $5,500/Month

Contact Murano Senior Living

Overview of GenCare Lifestyle Federal Way

GenCare Lifestyle Federal Way provides assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Federal Way, Washington. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks, while independent living offers a private apartment without daily care. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision, and respite care supports short stays. The range of care types can suit a resident whose needs change over time, while respite care may help a family caregiver who needs temporary support.

The community has 85 beds in an apartment-style setting, with studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences. Starting prices are $4,040 per month for a studio, $4,775 per month for a one-bedroom, $5,930 per month for a two-bedroom, and $4,405 per month for memory care. These figures help families match the listed starting rate to a residence size or the memory care setting. Medicaid is accepted, giving eligible residents a payment option when personal savings may not cover the full cost of care.

A fitness center supports exercise, and the library provides a dedicated place for reading and quiet activities. Residents can spend time in the outdoor courtyard, which has a pond and park-like setting, or use the hair salon and private dining room. Pets are welcome, allowing a resident to continue living with a pet. A full calendar of activities, local adventures, transportation, and the Active Retirement and Respite Visits programs offer structured ways to participate in community activities or arrange a short stay.

A Walk Score of 79 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot. A resident who no longer drives can still reach nearby shops and services independently.

$4,040/Month

Contact GenCare Lifestyle Federal Way

Overview of Brookdale Everett

Brookdale Everett offers a premier assisted living experience in Everett, Washington, where residents can trade their chores, home maintenance, and stress for an engaging lifestyle filled with interesting people and activities. This community provides attentive service, convenient amenities, and a comfortable, home-like setting. Located adjacent to 4th Avenue West, near Highway 99 and just a mile from Interstate 5, Brookdale Everett is conveniently situated in the quaint Puget Sound city of Everett. Residents can enjoy spectacular views of the Olympic Mountains and easy access to Seattle, while the staff handles chores, home maintenance, and cooking.

The assisted living program at Brookdale Everett helps residents maintain their independence while providing personalized care from trained caregivers. Residents can manage their medications, bathing, dressing, and more, with the freedom to design their days as they wish. The community’s activity calendar, designed with resident input, offers a diverse range of creative pursuits, hobby groups, and social events, ensuring that there is always something interesting to do. Residents can also savor delicious, chef-inspired meals with options for special dietary needs.

Starting Price $5,805/Month

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Overview of Truewood by Merrill, First Hill

Truewood by Merrill, First Hill offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Seattle, WA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks while the resident keeps an apartment. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Respite care is a short stay for a family caregiver who needs to travel or recover.

The community has 75 beds. Housing includes private apartments, semi-private apartments, studios, and one-bedroom apartments. If a resident’s needs change, they may be able to move between care levels without leaving the community, and the shared option gives someone the choice of having a companion rather than living alone. Medicaid is accepted, giving families another payment option when savings may not cover a long stay.

A Walk Score of 99 places the area in the walker’s paradise band, so daily errands do not require a car. Shops, pharmacies, and cafes can be within a short walk, allowing a resident who no longer drives to get out independently. Pets are allowed. The range of care types may make Truewood by Merrill, First Hill a good fit for someone whose support needs may grow over time or whose family caregiver needs temporary relief.

Contact Truewood by Merrill, First Hill

Overview of Village Concepts of Milton

Empowering seniors seeking a more independent lifestyle, Village Concepts of Milton is an excellent senior living community in King County, Milton, WA, offering independent living and assisted living. Relax in beautifully designed living spaces, with a variety of floor plans to choose from, including studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. Residents needing extra care are met with the best care and support services that encompasses personal care assistance, medication management, housekeeping, and linen services.

Enjoy an enriching day-to-day life filled with plenty of opportunities for enjoyment and social engagement, thanks to a variety of regularly conducted social and recreational activities. The community features an array of unique amenities, such as an in-house salon, a library, exercise classes, shopping and trips, happy hours, and church services. Three delicious meals are served every day to ensure residents never miss out on a meal and have the energy they need for enjoying a productive and energetic day.

Contact Village Concepts of Milton

Overview of Emerald Heights

Emerald Heights offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home care, and skilled nursing in Redmond, WA. The community opened in 1992 and has 74 beds. Independent living provides private living without daily care, while assisted living adds help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication.

Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision. Nursing home care and skilled nursing provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Because several care levels are available in one community, Emerald Heights may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time and who could move between care levels without leaving the community.

Respite care provides a short stay for someone whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Temporary rehabilitation provides care for a resident receiving rehabilitation services. Residents may keep pets and can use a pool, salon or spa, fitness and wellness programming, committees and groups, walking trails, and gardens across the 38 acre campus.

Restaurant style casual dining and a grab and go coffee shop provide on site food and beverage options. The community also offers transportation and daily activities. A Walk Score of 83 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still reach shops, a pharmacy, or cafes independently.

Total nurse staffing is 5 hours 28 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nurse staffing time allocated per resident. Payment options are Medicare and private pay. Medicare covers temporary skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence.

Starting Price $4,284/Month

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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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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 455 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.