Best Memory Care in Washington

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Jun 2026

We analyzed

184 homes in Washington

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Washington Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

Other senior care options in Washington:

Assisted Living Nursing Homes Independent Living

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The information below is reported by the Washington Department of Social and Health Services, Residential Care Services.

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Bonaventure of Salmon 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.	Vancouver (Pleasant Valley)	89 Facility 89 WA AVG 81 Rank #141 / 366	Yes	22 Facility 22 WA AVG 51 Rank #516 / 628	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	70.8% Facility 70.8% WA AVG 74.4% Rank #184 / 285	A+	33	0 Facility 0 WA AVG 8 Rank #1 / 285	59 Facility 59 WA AVG 31 Rank #249 / 285	1.8 Facility 1.8 WA AVG 3.4 Rank #35 / 285
Sunrise of Edmonds	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. 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.	Edmonds (Westgate)	76 Facility 76 WA AVG 81 Rank #187 / 366	Yes	73 Facility 73 WA AVG 51 Rank #128 / 628	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	88.2% Facility 88.2% WA AVG 74.4% Rank #58 / 285	-	3	0 Facility 0 WA AVG 8 Rank #1 / 285	15 Facility 15 WA AVG 31 Rank #83 / 285	5.0 Facility 5.0 WA AVG 3.4 Rank #180 / 285
Aegis Living Ravenna	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.	Seattle (Maple Leaf)	79 Facility 79 WA AVG 81 Rank #185 / 366	Yes	63 Facility 63 WA AVG 51 Rank #211 / 628	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	100.0% Facility 100.0% WA AVG 74.4% Rank #1 / 285	C+	7	2 Facility 2 WA AVG 8 Rank #166 / 285	37 Facility 37 WA AVG 31 Rank #189 / 285	5.3 Facility 5.3 WA AVG 3.4 Rank #203 / 285
Queen Anne Manor	RH Retirement Home 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. 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. 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.	Seattle (East Queen Anne)	103 Facility 103 WA AVG 81 Rank #86 / 366	Yes	94 Facility 94 WA AVG 51 Rank #21 / 628	Studio / 1 Bed / Penthouse	77.7% Facility 77.7% WA AVG 74.4% Rank #131 / 285	-	2	1 Facility 1 WA AVG 8 Rank #119 / 285	18 Facility 18 WA AVG 31 Rank #105 / 285	9.0 Facility 9.0 WA AVG 3.4 Rank #268 / 285
Aegis Living Madison	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). 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. 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.	Seattle (Miller Park)	96 Facility 96 WA AVG 81 Rank #116 / 366	Yes	90 Facility 90 WA AVG 51 Rank #40 / 628	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	87.5% Facility 87.5% WA AVG 74.4% Rank #60 / 285	C+	13	5 Facility 5 WA AVG 8 Rank #245 / 285	48 Facility 48 WA AVG 31 Rank #227 / 285	3.7 Facility 3.7 WA AVG 3.4 Rank #125 / 285
Sunrise of Bellevue	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. HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary. 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.	Bellevue (Crossroads)	90 Facility 90 WA AVG 81 Rank #133 / 366	Yes	85 Facility 85 WA AVG 51 Rank #59 / 628	Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	68.9% Facility 68.9% WA AVG 74.4% Rank #194 / 285	-	4	0 Facility 0 WA AVG 8 Rank #1 / 285	25 Facility 25 WA AVG 31 Rank #138 / 285	6.3 Facility 6.3 WA AVG 3.4 Rank #231 / 285
Village Concepts of Burien – El Dorado West	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.	Burien (Evansville)	110 Facility 110 WA AVG 81 Rank #67 / 366	No	60 Facility 60 WA AVG 51 Rank #252 / 628	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	58.2% Facility 58.2% WA AVG 74.4% Rank #246 / 285	A+	9	8 Facility 8 WA AVG 8 Rank #268 / 285	5 Facility 5 WA AVG 31 Rank #26 / 285	0.6 Facility 0.6 WA AVG 3.4 Rank #10 / 285
Mirabella Seattle	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). 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. HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary. 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.	Seattle (South Lake Union)	63 Facility 63 WA AVG 81 Rank #237 / 366	No	99 Facility 99 WA AVG 51 Rank #1 / 628	1 Bed / 2 Bed	46.0% Facility 46.0% WA AVG 74.4% Rank #266 / 285	A+	6	2 Facility 2 WA AVG 8 Rank #166 / 285	43 Facility 43 WA AVG 31 Rank #212 / 285	7.2 Facility 7.2 WA AVG 3.4 Rank #251 / 285
Harbour Pointe Senior Living	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. 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. 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.	Mukilteo (Harbour Place)	110 Facility 110 WA AVG 81 Rank #67 / 366	No	52 Facility 52 WA AVG 51 Rank #312 / 628	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	84.5% Facility 84.5% WA AVG 74.4% Rank #79 / 285	A+	18	7 Facility 7 WA AVG 8 Rank #263 / 285	60 Facility 60 WA AVG 31 Rank #250 / 285	3.3 Facility 3.3 WA AVG 3.4 Rank #104 / 285
Brookdale Puyallup South	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.	Puyallup (176Th Street East)	64 Facility 64 WA AVG 81 Rank #231 / 366	No	37 Facility 37 WA AVG 51 Rank #427 / 628	Private Suite / Semi-Private Suit	65.6% Facility 65.6% WA AVG 74.4% Rank #215 / 285	A+	6	0 Facility 0 WA AVG 8 Rank #1 / 285	7 Facility 7 WA AVG 31 Rank #37 / 285	1.2 Facility 1.2 WA AVG 3.4 Rank #24 / 285
Covenant Living at the Shores	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term 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.	Mercer Island (Fortuna)	55 Facility 55 WA AVG 81 Rank #274 / 366	No	18 Facility 18 WA AVG 51 Rank #540 / 628	1 Bed	69.1% Facility 69.1% WA AVG 74.4% Rank #193 / 285	-	4	1 Facility 1 WA AVG 8 Rank #119 / 285	27 Facility 27 WA AVG 31 Rank #155 / 285	6.8 Facility 6.8 WA AVG 3.4 Rank #244 / 285
Merrill Gardens at Burien	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. 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.	Burien (Downtown)	60 Facility 60 WA AVG 81 Rank #246 / 366	Yes	91 Facility 91 WA AVG 51 Rank #37 / 628	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	71.7% Facility 71.7% WA AVG 74.4% Rank #179 / 285	A+	6	0 Facility 0 WA AVG 8 Rank #1 / 285	29 Facility 29 WA AVG 31 Rank #163 / 285	4.8 Facility 4.8 WA AVG 3.4 Rank #171 / 285
Eternal Spring of Gilbert	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. 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.	Gilbert (Lindsay Estates)	128 Facility 128 WA AVG 81 Rank #33 / 366	Yes	36 Facility 36 WA AVG 51 Rank #433 / 628	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	-	-	9	8 Facility 8 WA AVG 8 Rank #268 / 285	0 Facility 0 WA AVG 31 Rank #127 / 285	0.0 Facility 0.0 WA AVG 3.4 Rank #59 / 285
Brookdale Nine Mile	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.	Spokane (Balboa)	60 Facility 60 WA AVG 81 Rank #246 / 366	No	17 Facility 17 WA AVG 51 Rank #547 / 628	Studio	73.3% Facility 73.3% WA AVG 74.4% Rank #159 / 285	A+	16	0 Facility 0 WA AVG 8 Rank #1 / 285	46 Facility 46 WA AVG 31 Rank #220 / 285	2.9 Facility 2.9 WA AVG 3.4 Rank #81 / 285
Royal Park Retirement Center	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). 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. 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.	Spokane (Shiloh Hills)	100 Facility 100 WA AVG 81 Rank #92 / 366	No	66 Facility 66 WA AVG 51 Rank #183 / 628	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	-	A+	1	0 Facility 0 WA AVG 8 Rank #1 / 285	5 Facility 5 WA AVG 31 Rank #26 / 285	5.0 Facility 5.0 WA AVG 3.4 Rank #180 / 285

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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.

Public data
6 weighted categories
Updated quarterly

Full methodology

Weighting overview

35%
Resident Experience
25%
Regulatory
15%
Visual Media
10%
Website
10%
Stability
5%
Environment

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

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

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

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

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

Includes
Occupancy Rate
Bed Options

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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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 184 memory care communities in Washington. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right memory care community in Washington?

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 Washington, 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 Washington?

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.

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