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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.

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Overview of Cogir of Northgate Memory Care

Cogir of Northgate Memory Care provides memory care in Seattle, including the Victory Heights neighborhood. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision, so the community may be a good fit for someone living with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia who needs oversight in a protected environment. The community has 49 beds, creating a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know each other. Room options include semi-private rooms, studios, and one-bedroom apartments: a studio provides one private living space, while a semi-private room offers shared accommodations.

Memory care starts at $4,275 per month, with Medicaid and Medicare among the payment options. Residents can use a full-service salon and barbershop without leaving the community. A courtyard and walking paths provide outdoor space for walking. Restaurant-style dining includes chef-prepared meals, vegetarian options, low-sodium or heart-healthy choices, gluten-free options, and a private dining room for family events.

There are many ways to spend time in the community. Music therapy, arts and crafts, exercise classes, live entertainment, and social outings offer organized opportunities to participate in activities, while pets are allowed. Respite care provides a short stay for someone whose usual caregiver needs time to travel or recover. A Walk Score of 74 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may still be able to get out independently.

Brandon Dalke serves as director, and Cogir Senior Living operates the community.

$4,275/Month Info Pricing updated on October 12th, 2026

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Ida Culver House Broadview

12505 Greenwood Ave N, Seattle, WA 98133
Overview of Ida Culver House Broadview

Set in King County, Seattle, WA, Ida Culver House Broadview is a premiere senior living community that offers a variety of senior living options, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Residents are guaranteed to find their ideal residence from 245 accommodations, ranging from studios and three-bedroom apartments to single family cottages with garages. A RN-licensed Community Health Director and dedicated care team are available to provide compassionate assisted care services.

At Ida Culver House Broadview, residents benefit from innovative wellness and active aging programs and the convenience of on-site Wellness Center that provides access to licensed consultations and visiting healthcare providers. Here, residents enjoy endless opportunities to pursue their passions, connect with friends or just sit back and relax. Weekly housekeeping, linen services, and restaurant-style dining are provided to lessen residents’ chores, so they can focus more on enjoying the things they love.

 

Starting Price $3,630/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Overview of Bayview Retirement Community

Bayview Retirement Community offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and continuing care retirement community services in Seattle, WA. Independent living provides a private apartment without daily care, while assisted living adds help with bathing, dressing, medication, and similar tasks. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for residents living with dementia. Having these care levels in one community may suit someone whose needs could grow over time without requiring a move.

With 51 beds, Bayview is a smaller community where residents and staff can become familiar with one another. Apartment choices include studios, alcoves, one bedroom, and two bedroom layouts, giving residents options for a single living space, a separate sleeping area, or more room for a couple. The community serves adults age 62 and older.

Respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs time to travel or recover. Short term rehabilitation supports a temporary recovery period, and rehabilitation services are available at the community. Transportation is offered for residents who need help getting beyond the community. Pets are allowed, with an outdoor dog park, terrace garden, and greenhouse adding places to spend time outside.

A pool supports exercise, while the salon or spa provides personal grooming without leaving the community. Dining includes meals prepared by culinary professionals. The Intergenerational Children’s Center gives residents opportunities to participate in a multigenerational setting. Medicaid and Medicare are accepted; Medicare is relevant to short term rehabilitation, while Medicaid may help cover a longer stay for an eligible resident whose savings are limited.

The area has a Walk Score of 92 out of 100, making it a walker’s paradise where daily errands do not require a car. Shops, pharmacies, and other everyday destinations can be reached on foot, allowing a resident who no longer drives to get out independently.

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Overview of Aegis Living Ballard

Aegis Living Ballard provides assisted living, hospice care, memory care, and respite care in Seattle, WA. Assisted living gives residents help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while they maintain their own living space. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, while hospice care offers comfort-focused support at the end of life.

Respite care provides a short stay for a resident while a usual caregiver travels or recovers. Having multiple care services in one community may suit a resident whose needs change over time or a family caregiver who needs temporary support. Aegis Living Ballard has 67 beds.

The starting price is $4,560, giving families a baseline figure for budgeting. A Walk Score of 98 out of 100 places the area in the walker’s paradise band, so daily errands do not require a car and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Pets are allowed, so residents may live with their pets.

On-site therapy and rehabilitation services allow a resident to receive therapy without arranging travel to an outside site. A community garden and walking areas provide outdoor spaces, while chef-prepared dining with fresh, seasonal ingredients and flexible dining hours gives residents flexibility around meals. Nordic baking demos, walking groups, and music therapy offer ways to participate in baking, walking, and music-based activities.

Starting Price $4,560/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Overview of Emerald City Senior Living

Emerald City Senior Living operates in Seattle’s Maple Leaf neighborhood, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Independent living pairs private apartments with community services, while assisted living provides daily help for bathing, dressing, and medications. Memory care delivers secured supervision for individuals prone to wandering, and housing multiple care levels on one campus accommodates evolving needs.

The 119-bed community provides short-term respite stays and accepts Medicaid to support varied financial plans. On-site perks include a salon, spa, rehabilitation services, transportation, and pet-friendly policies alongside an Adult Family Home Nursing program. A walk score of 62 marks the neighborhood as fairly walkable for select daily trips.

Prospective residents considering options in Seattle will find a flexible campus equipped with varied care tiers and supportive payment choices.

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Overview of Merrill Gardens at Ballard

Merrill Gardens at Ballard offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Seattle, WA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a 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. Having all three care levels in one community can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time, and the community may be a good fit for someone who wants care options that can change without leaving the setting.

Located in the Adams neighborhood, the community has 50 beds and opened in 2016. Studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom apartments are available. A studio provides one private living space, while a two bedroom option can accommodate a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion.

Merrill Gardens owns the community, and Lisa Palm is the director. The starting price is $3,995 per month, giving families a figure to use when setting an initial monthly budget. Medicaid is accepted, which can matter when a family’s savings may not cover a long stay. Pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet when moving in.

A Walk Score of 97 out of 100 places the area in the walker’s paradise band. Daily errands do not require a car, and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. A fitness area provides a place to exercise on site, while restaurant style dining includes chef prepared meals and all day access to food. Guests may join residents at meals.

Starting Price $3,995/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Overview of The Kenney in West Seattle

The Kenney is a senior living community at 7125 Fauntleroy Way SW in West Seattle, near Lincoln Park, Alki Beach, and the Fauntleroy Ferry terminal. Operating since 1909, it stands as one of the longer-serving options in the city, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care on a single campus.

The 53-bed property currently operates at around 40 percent capacity. The surrounding neighborhood carries a walk score of 74, making it easy for residents and visiting family members to run daily errands on foot.

Day-to-day life includes restaurant-style dining tailored to individual dietary needs, a fitness center, landscaped gardens, an on-site chapel, and concierge services. The community welcomes pets and runs a weekly activities schedule. Having memory care on site allows residents experiencing cognitive decline to stay in the same community as their needs shift. The facility accepts Medicaid along with private pay.

Prospective residents can reach out to the administrative office on Fauntleroy Way SW directly to ask about open apartments, discuss Medicaid coverage, or schedule a tour.

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Overview of Washington Care Center

Peacefully nestled in Seattle, WA, Washington Care Center offers a secure community for those who need skilled nursing, short-term rehabilitation, and long-term care. Their excellent care team is available 24/7 to provide an array of services, including daily living assistance, pain management, and recovery support. Residents enjoy the comfort of their relaxing accommodations with housekeeping and laundry services for their convenience.

Free from the hassles of tiring chores, residents here can fully focus on their well-being or recovery without worry. The community also serves tasty and nutritionally balanced meals to make sure residents maintain healthy eating habits. Here, residents receive all the care they need to enjoy both comfort and leisure.

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Overview of Kline Galland Home

Conveniently located in a serene area in Seattle, WA, Kline Galland Home is a peaceful retreat for those needing short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, and memory care. With a high caregiver-to-resident ratio, the community guarantees personalized and truly one-on-one attention. Those affected by Alzheimer’s and memory loss are cared for by a specially trained care team in an environment tailored to their unique needs.

Residents’ daily lives are filled with an array of fun and enriching activities like exercise classes, games, and holiday celebrations. Meals are carefully prepared and served daily with accommodations for unique dietary needs and preferences. At Kline Galland Home, residents achieve their maximum potential in a safe and healing environment.

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Memory Care in Seattle at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 82/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Seattle, 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: 85The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Seattle, WA. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90