Page 2 of Best Memory Care in Seattle, WA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 30 memory care providers in Seattle, WA using WA Dept. of Social & Health Services (DSHS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care 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. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
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.
Truewood by Merrill, First Hill
MC
AL
IL
RC
Seattle
75
Facility 75
WA AVG 82
Rank #103 / 203
Yes
99
Facility 99
WA AVG 51
Rank #1 / 296
Private Apartment / Semi-Private Apartment / Studio / 1 Bed
45.3%
Facility 45.3%
WA AVG 76.5%
Rank #159 / 164
4
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 183
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 31
Rank #4 / 182
0.3
Facility 0.3
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #5 / 182
Cogir of Northgate Memory Care
MC
Seattle (Victory Heights)
49
Facility 49
WA AVG 82
Rank #172 / 203
Yes
74
Facility 74
WA AVG 51
Rank #65 / 296
Studio / 1 Bed
81.6%
Facility 81.6%
WA AVG 76.5%
Rank #68 / 164
7
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 8
Rank #76 / 183
13
Facility 13
WA AVG 31
Rank #65 / 182
1.9
Facility 1.9
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #59 / 182
Protected: Ida Culver House Broadview
MC
AL
IL
Seattle (Broadview)
104
Facility 104
WA AVG 82
Rank #51 / 203
No
58
Facility 58
WA AVG 51
Rank #123 / 296
Studio / Cottage / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
93.3%
Facility 93.3%
WA AVG 76.5%
Rank #17 / 164
9
3
Facility 3
WA AVG 8
Rank #138 / 183
30
Facility 30
WA AVG 31
Rank #115 / 182
3.3
Facility 3.3
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #119 / 182
Bayview Retirement Community
MC
AL
CCRC
IL
Seattle (Uptown)
51
Facility 51
WA AVG 82
Rank #164 / 203
Yes
92
Facility 92
WA AVG 51
Rank #22 / 296
Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
74.5%
Facility 74.5%
WA AVG 76.5%
Rank #101 / 164
10
2
Facility 2
WA AVG 8
Rank #108 / 183
19
Facility 19
WA AVG 31
Rank #85 / 182
1.9
Facility 1.9
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #59 / 182
Aegis Living Ballard
MC
AL
HOS
RC
Seattle
67
Facility 67
WA AVG 82
Rank #121 / 203
Yes
98
Facility 98
WA AVG 51
Rank #6 / 296
-
71.6%
Facility 71.6%
WA AVG 76.5%
Rank #114 / 164
3
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 8
Rank #76 / 183
3
Facility 3
WA AVG 31
Rank #13 / 182
1.0
Facility 1.0
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #31 / 182
Emerald City Senior Living
MC
AL
IL
RESC
Seattle (Maple Leaf)
119
Facility 119
WA AVG 82
Rank #33 / 203
Yes
62
Facility 62
WA AVG 51
Rank #102 / 296
-
83.2%
Facility 83.2%
WA AVG 76.5%
Rank #55 / 164
12
5
Facility 5
WA AVG 8
Rank #160 / 183
33
Facility 33
WA AVG 31
Rank #120 / 182
2.8
Facility 2.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #102 / 182
Merrill Gardens at Ballard
MC
AL
IL
Seattle (Adams)
50
Facility 50
WA AVG 82
Rank #166 / 203
Yes
97
Facility 97
WA AVG 51
Rank #11 / 296
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-4
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 183
15
Facility 15
WA AVG 31
Rank #68 / 182
3.8
Facility 3.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #131 / 182
The Kenney in West Seattle
MC
AL
IL
Seattle (West Seattle)
53
Facility 53
WA AVG 82
Rank #161 / 203
Yes
74
Facility 74
WA AVG 51
Rank #65 / 296
-
43.4%
Facility 43.4%
WA AVG 76.5%
Rank #160 / 164
12
2
Facility 2
WA AVG 8
Rank #108 / 183
56
Facility 56
WA AVG 31
Rank #154 / 182
4.7
Facility 4.7
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #155 / 182
Washington Care Center
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Seattle (Rainier Valley)
165
Facility 165
WA AVG 82
Rank #6 / 203
No
77
Facility 77
WA AVG 51
Rank #54 / 296
Studio
79.9%
Facility 79.9%
WA AVG 76.5%
Rank #75 / 164
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Kline Galland Home
MC
AL
HC
HOS
NH
PC
SNF
Seattle (Seward Park)
205
Facility 205
WA AVG 82
Rank #3 / 203
No
44
Facility 44
WA AVG 51
Rank #180 / 296
1 Bed / 2 Bed
94.2%
Facility 94.2%
WA AVG 76.5%
Rank #13 / 164
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Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each memory care community is ranked against every other WA memory care community we track that reports that metric, not just the 30 analyzed for Seattle. See how we rank facilities

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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 is an eminent senior living community in Seattle, WA, specializing in memory care. With its signature, Revere Memory Care program, the community utilizes a research-based approach and ensures seniors are well-cared for. Have a comfortable and safe retirement with the snug and purposely-built accommodations of Cogir of Northgate Memory Care including a studio, one-bedroom, and companion suite. Maximize independence and retain dignity with a team of compassionate and highly skilled professionals caring for your needs and aspirations.

Create unforgettable moments with friends and enjoy personal time in the peaceful spaces of Cogir of Northgate Memory Care. Dedicated to residents’ wellness, the community prepares healthy and delicious meals that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Cogir of Northgate Memory Care is a great place for seniors to age gracefully with its serene campus surrounded by lush nature and wonderful amenities.

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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.

Contact Bayview Retirement Community

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

Contact Aegis Living Ballard

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.

Contact Emerald City Senior Living

Overview of Merrill Gardens at Ballard

Experience quality senior living at Merrill Gardens at Ballard, an exceptional senior living community in Seattle, WA, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Residents can choose from 101 studio, one, and two-bedroom apartments, memory care options, and enjoy access to concierge services, scheduled transportation, 24-hour monitoring, and weekly housekeeping. Close to the downtown core, the community is an urban paradise with eclectic shops and restaurants, with close proximity to landmarks such as Salmon Bay and the famous Ballard Locks and Gardens.

Designed to promote independence, the community provides plenty of opportunities for exploring passions or discovering new hobbies with their wide array of activities and programs. Merrill Gardens at Ballard is modern yet intimate with a ton of amenities including a theater, library, bistro, and large private apartments with a washer/dryer and full kitchen. Residents stay nourished with restaurant-style meals served 7 days a week. With its comprehensive services, and stimulating activities and programs, Merrill Gardens at Ballard encourages a fulfilling and well-supported lifestyle.

Starting Price $3,995/Month

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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.

Contact The Kenney in West Seattle

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.

Contact Kline Galland Home

Overview of Skyline

Situated in Seattle, WA, Skyline Nursing Center provides rehabilitation and skilled nursing. Total nurse staffing is 5 hours and 20 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident.

The 34-bed community is smaller in scale, which can support regular familiarity between residents and staff. It is also a high-rise with one-bedroom and two-bedroom housing options. Furthermore, the range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since moving between levels can be accommodated without leaving the community. Pets are allowed so that a resident may bring animal companions.

A Walk Score of 98 places the area in a walker’s paradise, where daily errands do not require a car. For a resident who no longer drives, errands can still be completed independently on foot. Payment options are Medicare and private pay. This also indicates that Medicare is used for short-term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long-term residence.

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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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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: 87The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Seattle, WA. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care in Seattle, WA

What is the average cost of memory care in Seattle, WA?

The average monthly cost of memory care in Seattle, WA is approximately $10,830. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for memory care in Seattle, WA?

Memory care in Seattle, WA typically ranges from $7,000–$12,000 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at memory care communities in Seattle, WA?

Memory care communities in Seattle, WA typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:5–1:8.

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.

What is memory care?

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 30 memory care communities in Seattle, WA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.