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Best Assisted Living in Tacoma, WA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 27 assisted living communities in Tacoma, WA 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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Last updated
Jul 2026
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27 homes
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Avg Walk Score: 44/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Tacoma, WA. 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: 101The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Tacoma, WA. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

Compare Assisted Living around Tacoma (Metro Area)

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

Merrill Gardens at Tacoma
AL
IL
MC
Tacoma (West End)
65
Facility 65
WA AVG 82
Rank #224 / 366
Yes
80
Facility 80
WA AVG 51
Rank #79 / 628
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed--3
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 285
-
Facility -
WA AVG 31
Rank #1 / 285
-
Facility -
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #1 / 285
GenCare Lifestyle Tacoma at Point Ruston
AL
IL
MC
RC
Tacoma (West End)
85
Facility 85
WA AVG 82
Rank #148 / 366
Yes
65
Facility 65
WA AVG 51
Rank #189 / 628
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
98.8%
Facility 98.8%
WA AVG 74.4%
Rank #16 / 285
-2
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 285
4
Facility 4
WA AVG 31
Rank #22 / 285
2.0
Facility 2.0
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #44 / 285
Peoples Senior Living
AL
ADC
MC
Tacoma (Eastside)
145
Facility 145
WA AVG 82
Rank #20 / 366
No
50
Facility 50
WA AVG 51
Rank #329 / 628
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed 46.2% -5
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 8
Rank #119 / 285
4
Facility 4
WA AVG 31
Rank #22 / 285
0.8
Facility 0.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #14 / 285
The Village Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
RC
Tacoma (South Tacoma)
110
Facility 110
WA AVG 82
Rank #69 / 366
No
51
Facility 51
WA AVG 51
Rank #320 / 628
Suite--1
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 285
5
Facility 5
WA AVG 31
Rank #26 / 285
5.0
Facility 5.0
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #180 / 285
Cogir at The Narrows
AL
IL
MC
Tacoma (West End)
115
Facility 115
WA AVG 82
Rank #14 / 366
Yes
7
Facility 7
WA AVG 51
Rank #594 / 628
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
WA AVG 74.4%
Rank #114 / 285
A+5
3
Facility 3
WA AVG 8
Rank #205 / 285
16
Facility 16
WA AVG 31
Rank #87 / 285
3.2
Facility 3.2
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #98 / 285
Brookdale Allenmore
AL
IL
Tacoma (Central Tacoma)
80
Facility 80
WA AVG 82
Rank #172 / 366
Yes
64
Facility 64
WA AVG 51
Rank #198 / 628
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
63.8%
Facility 63.8%
WA AVG 74.4%
Rank #223 / 285
A+10
3
Facility 3
WA AVG 8
Rank #205 / 285
18
Facility 18
WA AVG 31
Rank #105 / 285
1.8
Facility 1.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #35 / 285
Merrill Gardens at Wright Park
AL
IL
MC
Tacoma (Stadium District)
60
Facility 60
WA AVG 82
Rank #246 / 366
Yes
93
Facility 93
WA AVG 51
Rank #24 / 628
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed--2
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 285
-
Facility -
WA AVG 31
Rank #1 / 285
0.0
Facility 0.0
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #1 / 285
Franke Tobey Jones
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Tacoma (West End)
101
Facility 101
WA AVG 82
Rank #90 / 366
Yes
47
Facility 47
WA AVG 51
Rank #354 / 628
-
49.5%
Facility 49.5%
WA AVG 74.4%
Rank #265 / 285
A+5
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 285
16
Facility 16
WA AVG 31
Rank #87 / 285
3.2
Facility 3.2
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #98 / 285
Cascade Park Gardens
AL
MC
Tacoma (South Tacoma)
63
Facility 63
WA AVG 82
Rank #148 / 366
No
67
Facility 67
WA AVG 51
Rank #176 / 628
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
90.5%
Facility 90.5%
WA AVG 74.4%
Rank #204 / 285
-7
2
Facility 2
WA AVG 8
Rank #166 / 285
8
Facility 8
WA AVG 31
Rank #42 / 285
1.1
Facility 1.1
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #22 / 285
Weatherly Inn Tacoma
AL
IL
MC
RC
Tacoma (West End)
130
Facility 130
WA AVG 82
Rank #21 / 366
No
47
Facility 47
WA AVG 51
Rank #354 / 628
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
55.4%
Facility 55.4%
WA AVG 74.4%
Rank #263 / 285
A+6
3
Facility 3
WA AVG 8
Rank #205 / 285
20
Facility 20
WA AVG 31
Rank #120 / 285
3.3
Facility 3.3
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #104 / 285
Prestige Senior Living Auburn Meadows
AL
MC
Auburn (22Nd Street Northeast)
110
Facility 110
WA AVG 82
Rank #69 / 366
No
45
Facility 45
WA AVG 51
Rank #368 / 628
-
85.5%
Facility 85.5%
WA AVG 74.4%
Rank #72 / 285
A+8
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 285
69
Facility 69
WA AVG 31
Rank #265 / 285
8.6
Facility 8.6
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #265 / 285
Meridian at Stone Creek
AL
IL
MC
RC
Milton (South 376Th Street)
188
Facility 188
WA AVG 82
Rank #6 / 366
No
3
Facility 3
WA AVG 51
Rank #610 / 628
-
35.6%
Facility 35.6%
WA AVG 74.4%
Rank #278 / 285
B-29
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 285
130
Facility 130
WA AVG 31
Rank #284 / 285
4.5
Facility 4.5
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #159 / 285
Patriots Landing
AL
IL
MC
RC
Dupont
157
Facility 157
WA AVG 82
Rank #11 / 366
Yes
26
Facility 26
WA AVG 51
Rank #499 / 628
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-A+----
King’s Manor Senior Living Community
AL
Tacoma
76
Facility 76
WA AVG 82
Rank #187 / 366
Yes
39
Facility 39
WA AVG 51
Rank #412 / 628
Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed------
Brookdale Allenmore
AL
IL
Tacoma (Central Tacoma)
-Yes
52
Facility 52
WA AVG 51
Rank #312 / 628
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-A+----
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Overview of Harbor View Adult Family Home

Peacefully nestled near lush natural spaces in Tacoma, WA, Harbor View Adult Family Home is an idyllic retreat that offers assisted living, memory care, and hospice care. A compassionate and highly skilled team provides the highest quality of care to meet residents’ personal needs. With purposely designed and spacious accommodations in a nurturing and welcoming environment, residents can feel a sense of belonging during their stay.

Residents will not run out of things to do with a variety of fun recreational activities and engaging programs. Mealtimes foster comfort and satisfy dietary needs with delightful and well-balanced dining options. The community’s comprehensive services and extensive amenities create the ideal setting for residents to thrive in their golden years.

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Overview of Browns Point Adult Family Home

Create fun memories with Browns Point Adult Family Home, an astounding community in Tacoma, WA, offering assisted living and memory care. Committed to enhancing the cognition and well-being of those with dementia, a kind and well-trained team provides personalized, 24/7 support tailored to each resident’s unique needs. Residents also enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle, with help provided for daily living activities and household responsibilities.

Fun activities and stimulating programs empower residents to live beyond their conditions, while support with walking, transferring, and continence ensures comfort and safety. Dining is worry-free with healthy, delicious meals that cater to individual dietary needs and preferences. Surrounded by cozy and welcoming spaces, residents can truly enjoy their golden years in peace.

Established in 2004 by Loy and Amelita Saarenas, Browns Point Adult Family Home has remained dedicated to creating a nurturing environment that embodies a profound sense of “family and home” for both residents and their loved ones. “A home away from home,” the community continues to stand by its core belief that every resident deserves to feel comfort, respect, and love—values it has upheld faithfully for over two decades. In 2024, Jordan Swenddal, the eldest granddaughter of Loy and Amelita, joined the business, contributing her efforts to sustain a secure haven for the loved ones of our communities.

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Overview of Loving Garden Adult Family Home

Loving Garden Adult Family Home is a dedicated senior living community in Pierce County, Tacoma, WA, offering comprehensive assisted living and memory care services for seniors who have Alzheimer’s, dementia and other chronic conditions. The community ensures residents are well-cared for and live comfortably with access to an array of care services, including personal care assistance, medication management, and hospice care. Residents never have to worry about the hassles of homeownership with housekeeping, laundry, gardening, and other home maintenance services offered by the community.

Everyday is a chance to live fully with a wide array of planned activities, trips, and life enrichment based on residents’ life-long interests, passions, and skills. Residents never have to worry about grocery shopping, cooking, and cleaning, with delicious and healthy meals provided three times a day. The community is a secure and controlled property, ensuring residents a safe and secure living environment.

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Overview of Brookdale Allenmore

Conveniently located near MultiCare Allenmore Hospital in Tacoma, WA, Brookdale Allenmore is a distinct community that offers assisted living and independent living. Alongside beautifully furnished and cozy accommodations, top-notch personalized care is provided to meet residents’ unique needs. The community also helps with housekeeping and other daily chores, ensuring residents can downsize without worries.

A jam-packed calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs that highlight their interests and capabilities for leisure and wellness. Mealtimes promote social interactions and satisfy dietary needs with delightful and healthy dining options. Residents are guaranteed the finest retirement experience amidst the community’s vibrant and welcoming environment.

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Overview of King’s Manor Senior Living Community

Situated in the charming city of Tacoma, Washington, is the elite retirement community of Kings Manor, which offers assisted living with a focus on providing high levels of care and support. Various services are available to residents at Kings Manor, such as scheduled transportation for doctor’s visits, weekly housekeeping and linen laundry, maintenance and gardening, and access to a pharmacy partner. To guarantee that residents receive the best care possible, the community also has a wellness program run by a nurse and 24-hour on-site wellness personnel.

Dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for its residents and giving their families peace of mind, Kings Manor provides supportive services and resort-style amenities, including a private dining room, social rooms, walking pathways, a library, a barbershop, and a courtyard. A lively and interesting lifestyle is further enhanced with planned social events, fitness classes, life enrichment activities, and excursions. Every element of Kings Manor is intended to help every resident lead an active, meaningful, and healthful life.

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Overview of North Orchard Home Care

North Orchard Home Care is a nurse-led adult family home in Tacoma, WA, offering personal care, memory care, physical therapy support, and end-of-life care. Dedicated to older adults’ comfort and safety, the community is equipped with fall prevention measures and emergency response systems. Housekeeping, laundry, medication management, and round-the-clock care are also offered for residents’ welfare. The community also keeps families updated about their loved ones’ care plans.

Music sessions, outings, and games are conducted for residents’ leisure and wellness. Transportation services are also available for residents’ convenience. Located in the quiet neighborhood of Tacoma, the community ensures a laid-back retirement. This adult family home is an ideal choice for senior living in Washington, especially with its wide range of services.

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Overview of Comfort Keepers Home Care

Offering various in-home care services, Comfort Keepers Home Care is an exceptional home care provider located in Tacoma, Washington. These services include companion care, personal care, respite care, and veterans care designed for the unique needs of local veterans. Apart from its excellent in-home care services, Comfort Keepers provides specialized services, including 24-hour care, dementia care, end-of-life care, in-facility care, and post-hospital care.

Comfort Keepers’ goal is to elevate senior spirits by assisting them in preserving their independence and well-being. They provide all-encompassing care that promotes seniors’ social, emotional, and physical health, enabling them to live happy, meaningful lives in the comfort of their own homes. Comfort Keepers achieves its goals through the help of its compassionate caregivers, who undergo a thorough screening and have years of experience in helping seniors maintain their independence, family connections, and overall well-being.

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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 Tacoma, WA

What is the average cost of assisted living in Tacoma, WA?

The average monthly cost of assisted living in Tacoma, WA is approximately $6,300. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for assisted living in Tacoma, WA?

Assisted living in Tacoma, WA typically ranges from $5,800–$8,400 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at assisted living facilities in Tacoma, WA?

Assisted living facilities in Tacoma, WA typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:6 to 1:12.

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.