Best Memory Care in Tacoma, WA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 28 memory care communities in Tacoma, 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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Avg Walk Score: 47/ 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: 97The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Tacoma, WA. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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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 to lowest based on our ranking 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. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home.
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.
GenCare Lifestyle Tacoma at Point Ruston
MC
AL
IL
RC
Tacoma (West End)
85
Facility 85
WA AVG 81
Rank #141 / 356
Yes
65
Facility 65
WA AVG 51
Rank #189 / 619
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
98.8%
Facility 98.8%
WA AVG 75%
Rank #11 / 276
-2
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 282
4
Facility 4
WA AVG 31
Rank #18 / 279
2.0
Facility 2.0
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #38 / 279
Cascade Park Gardens
MC
AL
Tacoma (South Tacoma)
63
Facility 63
WA AVG 81
Rank #228 / 356
No
67
Facility 67
WA AVG 51
Rank #176 / 619
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
90.5%
Facility 90.5%
WA AVG 75%
Rank #46 / 276
-7
2
Facility 2
WA AVG 8
Rank #163 / 282
8
Facility 8
WA AVG 31
Rank #38 / 279
1.1
Facility 1.1
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #18 / 279
Peoples Senior Living
MC
ADC
AL
Tacoma (Eastside)
145
Facility 145
WA AVG 81
Rank #18 / 356
No
50
Facility 50
WA AVG 51
Rank #331 / 619
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
46.2%
Facility 46.2%
WA AVG 75%
Rank #258 / 276
-5
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 8
Rank #118 / 282
4
Facility 4
WA AVG 31
Rank #18 / 279
0.8
Facility 0.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #11 / 279
Franke Tobey Jones
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Tacoma (West End)
101
Facility 101
WA AVG 81
Rank #88 / 356
Yes
47
Facility 47
WA AVG 51
Rank #356 / 619
-
49.5%
Facility 49.5%
WA AVG 75%
Rank #256 / 276
A+5
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 282
16
Facility 16
WA AVG 31
Rank #84 / 279
3.2
Facility 3.2
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #93 / 279
Weatherly Inn Tacoma
MC
AL
IL
RC
Tacoma (West End)
130
Facility 130
WA AVG 81
Rank #28 / 356
Yes
47
Facility 47
WA AVG 51
Rank #356 / 619
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
55.4%
Facility 55.4%
WA AVG 75%
Rank #245 / 276
A+6
3
Facility 3
WA AVG 8
Rank #204 / 282
20
Facility 20
WA AVG 31
Rank #118 / 279
3.3
Facility 3.3
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #99 / 279
Prestige Senior Living Auburn Meadows
MC
AL
Auburn
110
Facility 110
WA AVG 81
Rank #66 / 356
Yes
45
Facility 45
WA AVG 51
Rank #370 / 619
-
85.5%
Facility 85.5%
WA AVG 75%
Rank #73 / 276
A+6
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 282
69
Facility 69
WA AVG 31
Rank #259 / 279
11.5
Facility 11.5
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #273 / 279
eliseo
MC
AL
IL
Tacoma (West End)
71
Facility 71
WA AVG 81
Rank #196 / 356
Yes
20
Facility 20
WA AVG 51
Rank #529 / 619
1 Bed / 2 Bed / Semi-Private Rooms
71.8%
Facility 71.8%
WA AVG 75%
Rank #175 / 276
-4
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 8
Rank #118 / 282
11
Facility 11
WA AVG 31
Rank #54 / 279
2.8
Facility 2.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #70 / 279
Brookdale Harbor Bay
MC
Gig Harbor
44
Facility 44
WA AVG 81
Rank #308 / 356
Yes
43
Facility 43
WA AVG 51
Rank #389 / 619
Shared Studio / Private Suite / 2 Bed
52.3%
Facility 52.3%
WA AVG 75%
Rank #253 / 276
A+3
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 282
12
Facility 12
WA AVG 31
Rank #59 / 279
4.0
Facility 4.0
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #127 / 279
6th Avenue Senior Living
MC
ADC
AL
Tacoma (North End)
107
Facility 107
WA AVG 81
Rank #79 / 356
No
89
Facility 89
WA AVG 51
Rank #41 / 619
Studio--4
2
Facility 2
WA AVG 8
Rank #163 / 282
9
Facility 9
WA AVG 31
Rank #42 / 279
2.3
Facility 2.3
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #49 / 279
Hearthside Manor Memory Care
MC
RC
University Place (Monte Vista Apartments)
36
Facility 36
WA AVG 81
Rank #326 / 356
No
76
Facility 76
WA AVG 51
Rank #107 / 619
-
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
WA AVG 75%
Rank #92 / 276
-2
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 282
10
Facility 10
WA AVG 31
Rank #46 / 279
5.0
Facility 5.0
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #174 / 279

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every WA community we track that reports that metric, not just the 28 analyzed for Tacoma.

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Overview of GenCare Lifestyle Tacoma at Point Ruston

GenCare Lifestyle Tacoma is a multi-awarded luxury senior living community in Tacoma, Washington, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. The community features opulent apartments with convenient amenities, ranging from spacious studios to one- and two-bedroom apartments and memory care suites designed to accommodate residents requiring specialized attention. With on-site certified personal trainers, weekly housekeeping, and 24-hour care support, residents live a comfortable and well-supported life.

Committed to encouraging individuality and novel experiences, GenCare offers an extensive range of amenities, such as a wellness center, heated indoor pool, media room, and library. Residents enjoy a bistro with happy hour and live entertainment, a private dining room for family gatherings, and pet-friendly accommodations. Recognized as one of the Top 25 Senior Living Communities in North America and recipient of Best Independent Living, Best Assisted Living, and Best Memory Care awards from US News and World Report, GenCare guarantees its residents a top-notch senior living experience.

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Overview of Cascade Park Gardens

Serving older adults in Tacoma, Washington, Cascade Park Gardens is a 63-bed assisted living and memory care community on S Union Ave, just a short drive from St. The three-story residence offers both private and semi-private rooms for residents.

The community operates near full capacity, with 57 of its 63 beds occupied, reflecting an occupancy rate of 90%. The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 67. Some errands are within walking distance, while other trips are easier by car or public transportation. Residents also have access to transportation services, fitness, and recreation programs.

Cascade Park Gardens accepts Medicaid, giving eligible families a payment option for the assisted living and memory care services available at the community.

State inspections by Washington’s Department of Social and Health Services have generally found the community in compliance with licensing requirements. Reviews have also examined resident rights, discharge procedures, and the maintenance of life safety systems such as fire safety equipment. Families visiting the community should ask how these areas are managed daily.

Cascade Park Gardens offers a moderately sized community for families exploring assisted living and memory care in the Tacoma area. Its proximity to hospital services and public transportation makes it convenient for residents and visiting family members.

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Overview of Peoples Senior Living

Peoples Senior Living is a modern retirement community in the bustling city of Tacoma, Washington, specializing in assisted living, memory care, and adult day health. This boutique-style community offers fine dining selections, a daily schedule of stimulating activities, and appropriately sized care services. Residents enjoy first-rate living conditions without paying the premium prices usually connected with private communities.

At Peoples Senior Living, they aim to provide compassionate care in a nurturing and stimulating atmosphere. Weekly housekeeping and linen services, maintenance services six or seven days a week, and three well-balanced meals daily under the guidance of a dietician are among the amenities they offer. To guarantee that residents receive thorough and individualized care, the community also provides therapy services, nursing and caregiver services, and assistance with scheduling doctor’s visits and transportation.

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Overview of Franke Tobey Jones

Franke Tobey Jones is a stunning English Tudor-style retirement community in Tacoma, Washington, offering independent living, memory care, skilled nursing care, and assisted living. The community creates a cozy and encouraging atmosphere for seniors by guaranteeing excellent care, weekly housekeeping, and restaurant-style dining. Residents can engage in diverse activities, from educational to recreational pursuits, and even bring along their pets, fostering a home-like atmosphere.

Committed to creating a supportive atmosphere where residents can thrive, the community provides top-notch amenities akin to a luxury hotel while ensuring comprehensive care services. Residents can enjoy refreshments while chatting with their friends at the cafe, attend various exercise classes at the state-of-the-art wellness center, and participate in lifelong learning programs at the community’s senior university. With a focus on resident well-being and comfort, the community strives to make the transition to retirement living seamless and enriching, ensuring seniors feel valued and cared for regardless of their journey.

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Overview of Weatherly Inn Tacoma

Located in Tacoma, WA, Weatherly Inn Tacoma has been providing luxurious senior living services since 1989. This family-owned community offers a range of living options, including independent living, assisted Living, memory care, and respite care. Weatherly Inn Tacoma is dedicated to delivering personalized care that strikes the ideal balance between freedom and round-the-clock assistance from their certified nursing team, available 24/7.

Weatherly Inn Tacoma’s mission, rooted in the Bunn family heritage since 1958, is to create a vibrant and engaging environment for seniors. The community offers a variety of amenities, including customized care plans, medication administration, diabetic control, and help with daily activities, in addition to elegant and roomy floor plans and gorgeous gardens. Ensuring an active and full lifestyle, residents take pleasure in social meetings, excursions, and a range of events. Weatherly Inn Tacoma offers worry-free utilities, housekeeping, linen services, and transportation to and from appointments, making for a comfortable and worry-free stay.

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Overview of Prestige Senior Living Auburn Meadows

Providing living options for assisted living and memory care, Prestige Senior Living boasts extensive amenities and services that ensure an easy and comfortable living experience for the residents. It’s a tightly-knit community that proudly knows how to deliver and maintain a quality holistic approach to senior care. Prestige Senior Living, as its name suggests, offered to mountain the level of respect and kindness.

Prestige lifestyle is aimed at living a comfortable and secure lifestyle — wellness programs, cognitive programs, life enrichment activities, housekeeping, everyone staying silent.

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eliseo

1301 N Highlands Pkwy, Tacoma, WA 98406
Overview of Eliseo

Find the care you need at Eliseo, a distinguished community in Tacoma, WA, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. A compassionate and well-trained team provides exceptional care tailored to their unique needs and preferences. The community also ensures residents can keep their peace of mind, helping with daily living activities and chores.

Encouraging residents to live actively and maintain social connections, fun recreational activities and engaging programs are conducted. Delicious and well-balanced meals are served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and tastes. With its wide range of care and top-notch amenities, the community ensures residents can thrive in retirement.

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Overview of Brookdale Harbor Bay

Nestled in a charming harbor town with local wineries and eclectic farm-to-table restaurants, Brookdale Harbor Bay is a premier senior living community offering specialized Alzheimer’s and dementia care. The community is built from the ground up to meet the unique requirements of dementia care, with highly-trained staff specially chosen for their ability to work with seniors with Alzheimer’s and other cognitive challenges. Residents can enjoy cozy apartments with plenty of natural light and a full calendar of events and activities tailored to their needs, with trained dementia care staff on-site 24/7.

At Brookdale Harbor Bay, the memory care program aims to open up residents’ worlds with new relationships and activities, providing daily experiences to create a sense of meaning and purpose through consistent care assignments whenever possible. The community offers the Clare Bridge program for mid to late stages of dementia and the Solace program for the advanced stages, delivering purposeful programs with compassionate care. Residents can enjoy a range of engaging activities, from fitness classes and salon visits to gardening and live music, while dining is tailored to their needs, with dementia-friendly menus, nutritious meals, and personalized assistance.

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Overview of 6th Avenue Senior Living

Create unforgettable moments in retirement at 6th Avenue Senior Living, a distinct community in Tacoma, WA, offering assisted living and memory care. Residents are guaranteed the utmost comfort with a kind and highly trained team attending to their needs 24/7. The community also helps with housekeeping and daily living activities, so residents can feel at ease during their stay.

Dedicated to enhancing residents’ living experiences, stimulating programs and enriching activities are conducted. Mealtimes foster comfort and satisfy dietary needs with delectable and well-balanced dining options. Therapy services are also provided to improve residents’ living experiences. With its wide range of services and top-notch amenities, residents can keep their peace of mind and live to their potential.

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Overview of Hearthside Manor Memory Care

A 36-bed memory care community in the Monte Vista Apartments neighborhood of University Place, Washington, is Hearthside Manor Memory Care. Serving occupants for nearly three decades, it offers specialized care and respite services in a supportive setting. At around an 83 percent occupancy rate, the home maintains an intimate residential scale while providing focused care for people with memory loss and related cognitive needs.

Hearthside Manor Memory Care sits in a highly walkable neighborhood where residents and visiting families can run most errands on foot. With many essential services within a short walk, the location scores 76 on the Walk Score scale. It’s then easy for occupants and their loved ones to navigate the surrounding area. This accessibility is particularly beneficial for families visiting frequently. As a memory care specialist, the facility offers respite care options alongside its primary programming for residents requiring 24/7 support and specialized memory care services. Families choosing Hearthside Manor Memory Care can expect a community tailored for older adults experiencing memory-related conditions.

State inspections have recorded the home’s dedication to upholding its standards. Recent follow-up assessments confirmed that it has successfully addressed earlier concerns and now meets all state licensing requirements for assisted living facilities. Hearthside Manor Memory Care’s active focus on compliance and resident safety mirrors a commitment to care quality that families can assess during their site visits.

The facility stays engaged with the community and occupants’ families, providing a stable residential option in a convenient University Place setting for families wanting specialized memory care in greater Tacoma.

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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 Memory Care in Tacoma, WA

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

The average monthly cost of memory care in Tacoma, WA is approximately $8,507–$8,525. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

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

Memory care in Tacoma, WA typically ranges from $6,500–$9,000 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

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

Memory care communities in Tacoma, 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 28 memory care communities in Tacoma, WA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.