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Compare Memory Care around Tacoma (Metro Area)
The information below is reported by the Washington Department of Social and Health Services, Residential Care Services.
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| Prestige Senior Living Auburn Meadows |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Auburn (22Nd Street Northeast) | 110
Facility
110
WA AVG
81
Rank
#67 / 366 | No |
45
Facility
45
WA AVG
51
Rank
#368 / 628 | - |
85.5%
Facility
85.5%
WA AVG
73.3%
Rank
#72 / 290 | A+ | 8 | -
Facility
-
WA AVG
2
Rank
#1 / 284 | 69
Facility
69
WA AVG
30.3
Rank
#266 / 284 | 8.6
Facility
8.6
WA AVG
4.4
Rank
#265 / 284 |
| Cascade Park Gardens |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Tacoma (South Tacoma) | 85
Facility
85
WA AVG
81
Rank
#147 / 366 | No |
67
Facility
67
WA AVG
51
Rank
#176 / 628 | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms |
67.1%
Facility
67.1%
WA AVG
73.3%
Rank
#204 / 290 | - | 7 | 2
Facility
2
WA AVG
2
Rank
#166 / 284 | 8
Facility
8
WA AVG
30.3
Rank
#42 / 284 | 1.1
Facility
1.1
WA AVG
4.4
Rank
#22 / 284 |
| Normandy Park Senior Living |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Normandy Park (1St Avenue South) | 120
Facility
120
WA AVG
81
Rank
#47 / 366 | No |
16
Facility
16
WA AVG
51
Rank
#554 / 628 | - | - | - | 1 | -
Facility
-
WA AVG
2
Rank
#1 / 284 | 12
Facility
12
WA AVG
30.3
Rank
#62 / 284 | 12.0
Facility
12.0
WA AVG
4.4
Rank
#281 / 284 |
| Meridian at Stone Creek |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Milton (South 376Th Street) | 188
Facility
188
WA AVG
81
Rank
#6 / 366 | No |
3
Facility
3
WA AVG
51
Rank
#610 / 628 | - |
35.6%
Facility
35.6%
WA AVG
73.3%
Rank
#278 / 290 | B- | 29 | -
Facility
-
WA AVG
2
Rank
#1 / 284 | 130
Facility
130
WA AVG
30.3
Rank
#283 / 284 | 4.5
Facility
4.5
WA AVG
4.4
Rank
#159 / 284 |
| Brookdale Harbor Bay |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Gig Harbor | 44
Facility
44
WA AVG
81
Rank
#317 / 366 | No |
43
Facility
43
WA AVG
51
Rank
#387 / 628 | Shared Studio / Private Suite / 2 Bed |
52.3%
Facility
52.3%
WA AVG
73.3%
Rank
#261 / 290 | A+ | 3 | -
Facility
-
WA AVG
2
Rank
#1 / 284 | 12
Facility
12
WA AVG
30.3
Rank
#62 / 284 | 4.0
Facility
4.0
WA AVG
4.4
Rank
#131 / 284 |
| 6th Avenue Senior Living |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Tacoma (North End) | 110
Facility
110
WA AVG
81
Rank
#67 / 366 | No |
89
Facility
89
WA AVG
51
Rank
#41 / 628 | Studio | - | - | 4 | 2
Facility
2
WA AVG
2
Rank
#166 / 284 | 9
Facility
9
WA AVG
30.3
Rank
#46 / 284 | 2.3
Facility
2.3
WA AVG
4.4
Rank
#53 / 284 |
| Hearthside Manor Memory Care |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | University Place (Monte Vista Apartments) | 36
Facility
36
WA AVG
81
Rank
#335 / 366 | No |
76
Facility
76
WA AVG
51
Rank
#107 / 628 | - |
83.3%
Facility
83.3%
WA AVG
73.3%
Rank
#90 / 290 | - | 2 | -
Facility
-
WA AVG
2
Rank
#1 / 284 | 10
Facility
10
WA AVG
30.3
Rank
#50 / 284 | 5.0
Facility
5.0
WA AVG
4.4
Rank
#180 / 284 |
| Narrows Glen |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Tacoma (West End) | - | No |
30
Facility
30
WA AVG
51
Rank
#478 / 628 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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.
Located in Olympia, Washington State, Cascade Park Gardens is an assisted living community. With a deep commitment to enhancing the lives of residents, Cascade Park Gardens Memory Care provides dignified and compassionate care, engaging therapeutic activities, and skilled nursing services. Adhering to a person-centered care philosophy, the dedicated team of caregivers at Cascade Park Gardens focuses on each resident as unique, considering their interests, abilities, preferences, and needs.
Notably, Medicaid covers the comprehensive services, care, and support offered by Memory Care at Cascade Park Gardens. Through personalized care plans, residents are encouraged to reach their highest level of independence, fostering a comfortable life enriched with positive experiences and a profound sense of purpose.
Overview of Normandy Park Senior Living
Normandy Park excelled in creating a lifestyle that suits the needs of its residents. The premier community offers an abundance of opportunities found in its activities and programs that are sure to provide a lending hand every step of the way. The vibrant atmosphere leads to personal growth and blossoming friendships. Normandy Park is the home where you will feel a sense of belonging, grow as individuals, and has created a vibrant social life.
Normandy has designed the community feature that includes housekeeping services, ADLs, delicious dining, social activities, entertainment programs, and all-house maintenance; as well as spacious lounge areas all around, well-lit common areas, and a spacious dining room.
Overview of Meridian at Stone Creek
Meridian at Stone Creek is nestled in the charming town of Milton, Washington. This luxurious retirement community offers a picturesque setting with breathtaking views of Mount Rainier, providing seniors with a truly captivating backdrop for their golden years. They offer a range of living options, including assisted living apartments, ensuring that seniors receive the level of support that suits their unique needs. Immerse yourself in the lush surroundings, where avenues for an engaging lifestyle await, stimulating both the mind and body. From exciting outings to the tranquility of a beautifully landscaped courtyard and inviting picnic areas, every day offers new opportunities for connection and enrichment.
The community prides itself on its friendly neighborhood ambiance, where residents can choose from spacious one-bedroom homes to spectacular penthouse residences, each designed with elegance and comfort in mind. Indulge in restaurant-style dining experiences, savoring delectable meals in the company of newfound friends. Engage in a multitude of social activities, from fitness classes that invigorate the body to intellectually stimulating pursuits that keep the mind sharp. For those in need of memory care benefits, Meridian at Stone Creek provides specialized assisted living with memory care services, ensuring that residents with specific cognitive needs receive the support and attention they require.
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.
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.
Hearthside Manor is an elegant memory care community with trusted quality service in Washington. A resident-driven community that strives to put the needs of its residents first, there is a strong fulfillment to a vibrant lifestyle found through the youthful energy given by the residents. A major sense of belonging is also felt the moment one steps unto community grounds, giving of a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The community boasts specialized care for each unique individual through its well-trained staff and professional caretakers. Heartside Manor is proud to be a memory care community that ensures a sense of individuality and independence instilled into the seniors.
A robust lifestyle awaits in the home as residents can get seamless and enjoyable access to community features which include raised flower beds, patio furniture, stimulating activities, and engaging social events With an emphasis on its assisted living services, seniors can expect a stress-free lifestyle as the team of professional staff is dedicated to providing support with day-to-day activities.
Narrows Glen offers a home-like environment that ensures residents experience the acclaimed resort-like hospitality that makes them feel like they are home away from home. Focusing on residential assisted living and independent living, the upscale home always has something for everyone; community features were designed to meet all the needs of its residents. Many families have laid their trust in Narrow Glen over the years because of its quality and the compassionate service delivered.
Narrows Glen is a resident-driven community that offers an array of services that help with ADL’s respite stay, transportation, housekeeping, and meals served.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these memory care communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
Weighting overview
- 35%Resident Experience
- 25%Regulatory
- 15%Visual Media
- 10%Website
- 10%Stability
- 5%Environment
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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
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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
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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.
How many licensed memory care communities are there in Tacoma, WA?
According to state licensing records, there are approximately 5+ (Cascade Park Gardens, Weatherly Inn Tacoma) licensed memory care communities in Tacoma, WA.
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.
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