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.

Does Washington Medicaid cover memory care?

Washington Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, 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.

Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.

How many memory care communities are listed on this page?

This page features 11 memory care communities in King County, WA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right memory care community in King County, WA?

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 King County, WA, 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 memory care communities in King County, WA?

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.

Page 2 of the Best Memory Care in King County, WA: 11 Communities (2026)


Covenant Living at the Shores	MC AL NH SNF	Mercer Island (Fortuna)	50 Facility 50 WA AVG 81 Rank #284 / 356	No	18 Facility 18 WA AVG 51 Rank #540 / 618	1 Bed	76.0%	-	4	1 Facility 1 WA AVG 8 Rank #118 / 282	27 Facility 27 WA AVG 31 Rank #152 / 279	6.8 Facility 6.8 WA AVG 3.4 Rank #240 / 279
Village Concepts of Burien – El Dorado West	MC AL IL	Burien (Evansville)	110 Facility 110 WA AVG 81 Rank #66 / 356	No	60 Facility 60 WA AVG 51 Rank #253 / 618	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	58.2%	A+	9	8 Facility 8 WA AVG 8 Rank #264 / 282	5 Facility 5 WA AVG 31 Rank #22 / 279	0.6 Facility 0.6 WA AVG 3.4 Rank #7 / 279
Village Concepts of Issaquah-Spiritwood at Pine Lake	MC AL IL	Issaquah (Providence Point)	80 Facility 80 WA AVG 81 Rank #163 / 356	No	43 Facility 43 WA AVG 51 Rank #388 / 618	Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	90.0%	A+	6	1 Facility 1 WA AVG 8 Rank #118 / 282	35 Facility 35 WA AVG 31 Rank #181 / 279	5.8 Facility 5.8 WA AVG 3.4 Rank #214 / 279
Magnolia Senior Loving Care, LLC	MC AL RESC	Sw Burien (Seahurst)	-	No	83 Facility 83 WA AVG 51 Rank #64 / 618	Private Rooms	-	-	-	-	-	-
Laurel Cove Community	MC AL RC	Shoreline (Ridgecrest)	98 Facility 98 WA AVG 81 Rank #111 / 356	No	63 Facility 63 WA AVG 51 Rank #211 / 618	Studio / 1 Bed	66.3%	-	13	5 Facility 5 WA AVG 8 Rank #242 / 282	26 Facility 26 WA AVG 31 Rank #142 / 279	2.0 Facility 2.0 WA AVG 3.4 Rank #40 / 279
Village Concepts of Auburn – Brannan Park	MC AL IL	Auburn (Christopher)	100 Facility 100 WA AVG 81 Rank #91 / 356	No	62 Facility 62 WA AVG 51 Rank #224 / 618	Studio / 1 Bed	-	A+	-	-	-	-
University House Issaquah	MC AL IL	Issaquah (North Issaquah)	50 Facility 50 WA AVG 81 Rank #284 / 356	Yes	48 Facility 48 WA AVG 51 Rank #346 / 618	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed	86.0%	-	4	0 Facility 0 WA AVG 8 Rank #1 / 282	33 Facility 33 WA AVG 31 Rank #175 / 279	8.3 Facility 8.3 WA AVG 3.4 Rank #259 / 279
The Home Care Company	MC HC HOS PC	Bellevue (West Bellevue)	-	No	93 Facility 93 WA AVG 51 Rank #24 / 618	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
Ruthaven Senior Care Home	MC AL RC	Covington (Crofton Hills)	14 Facility 14 WA AVG 81 Rank #349 / 356	No	19 Facility 19 WA AVG 51 Rank #532 / 618	Semi-Private Rooms	92.9%	-	3	0 Facility 0 WA AVG 8 Rank #1 / 282	15 Facility 15 WA AVG 31 Rank #80 / 279	5.0 Facility 5.0 WA AVG 3.4 Rank #178 / 279
Renton Health and Rehabilitation	MC HOS NH PC RC SNF	Renton	99 Facility 99 WA AVG 81 Rank #110 / 356	No	83 Facility 83 WA AVG 51 Rank #64 / 618	-	75.3%	-	7	5 Facility 5 WA AVG 8 Rank #242 / 282	82 Facility 82 WA AVG 31 Rank #272 / 279	11.7 Facility 11.7 WA AVG 3.4 Rank #275 / 279
TreeOak Courtyard Assisted Living At Cristwood	MC AL NH RC	Shoreline (Hillwood)	-	No	57 Facility 57 WA AVG 51 Rank #279 / 618	Studio	-	-	-	-	-	-

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Overview of TreeOak Courtyard Assisted Living at Cristwood

Set on a beautiful 55-acre campus in King County, Shoreline, WA, TreeOak Courtyard Assisted Living at Cristwood, is a bustling senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Designed with residents’ welfare in mind, each apartment within the community is easily accessible and comes in a variety of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans to accommodate various preferences and needs. An on-site team of licensed nurses and caregivers are available to provide compassionate assisted care and appropriate levels of medical care.

Residents are encouraged to participate in an array of meaningful activities, spiritual growth, and transformational relationships. Enjoy a delicious meal and engage in vibrant fitness and wellness programs for an optimized well-being. Lifelong learning is fostered through a variety of educational activities, including writing classes & workshops, genealogy classes, and technology classes. With 24-hour access to nutritionally balanced meals, housekeeping, and transportation services, residents are sure to live a convenient and worry-free life.

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