Page 8 of Best Memory Care in Washington State

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 302 memory care providers in 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. 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. 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.
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
Fields Senior Living at Spokane Valley
MC
AL
IL
Spokane Valley (Greenacres)
124
Facility 124
WA AVG 82
Rank #24 / 203
Yes
25
Facility 25
WA AVG 51
Rank #239 / 296
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
87.9%
Facility 87.9%
WA AVG 76.5%
Rank #31 / 164
7
5
Facility 5
WA AVG 8
Rank #160 / 183
19
Facility 19
WA AVG 31
Rank #85 / 182
2.7
Facility 2.7
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #96 / 182
Orchard Pointe by Cogir
MC
Port Orchard
45
Facility 45
WA AVG 82
Rank #181 / 203
Yes
36
Facility 36
WA AVG 51
Rank #211 / 296
Studio / Suite
82.2%
Facility 82.2%
WA AVG 76.5%
Rank #62 / 164
4
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 183
2
Facility 2
WA AVG 31
Rank #9 / 182
0.5
Facility 0.5
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #10 / 182
GenCare Lifestyle Tacoma at Point Ruston
MC
AL
IL
RC
Tacoma (West End)
85
Facility 85
WA AVG 82
Rank #77 / 203
Yes
65
Facility 65
WA AVG 51
Rank #82 / 296
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-4
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 183
4
Facility 4
WA AVG 31
Rank #20 / 182
1.0
Facility 1.0
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #31 / 182
The Cottages of Snohomish
MC
AL
IL
Snohomish (Northwest Snohomish)
84
Facility 84
WA AVG 82
Rank #83 / 203
No
39
Facility 39
WA AVG 51
Rank #200 / 296
-
56.0%
Facility 56.0%
WA AVG 76.5%
Rank #151 / 164
7
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 183
27
Facility 27
WA AVG 31
Rank #106 / 182
3.9
Facility 3.9
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #135 / 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
Avamere at Englewood Heights
MC
AL
RC
Yakima
88
Facility 88
WA AVG 82
Rank #74 / 203
Yes
35
Facility 35
WA AVG 51
Rank #217 / 296
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
86.4%
Facility 86.4%
WA AVG 76.5%
Rank #37 / 164
12
4
Facility 4
WA AVG 8
Rank #153 / 183
22
Facility 22
WA AVG 31
Rank #94 / 182
1.8
Facility 1.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #53 / 182
Brookdale Foundation House in Federal Way
MC
AL
IL
Federal Way
129
Facility 129
WA AVG 82
Rank #18 / 203
Yes
38
Facility 38
WA AVG 51
Rank #204 / 296
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
58.1%
Facility 58.1%
WA AVG 76.5%
Rank #148 / 164
9
5
Facility 5
WA AVG 8
Rank #160 / 183
11
Facility 11
WA AVG 31
Rank #56 / 182
1.2
Facility 1.2
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #40 / 182
Mirror Lake Village Senior Living Community
MC
AL
IL
RC
Federal Way
120
Facility 120
WA AVG 82
Rank #27 / 203
Yes
47
Facility 47
WA AVG 51
Rank #166 / 296
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
32.5%
Facility 32.5%
WA AVG 76.5%
Rank #162 / 164
12
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 183
41
Facility 41
WA AVG 31
Rank #137 / 182
3.4
Facility 3.4
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #125 / 182
The Terrace at Beverly Lake
MC
Everett (Evergreen)
60
Facility 60
WA AVG 82
Rank #140 / 203
Yes
65
Facility 65
WA AVG 51
Rank #82 / 296
Private / Companion Suite
73.3%
Facility 73.3%
WA AVG 76.5%
Rank #105 / 164
21
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 183
67
Facility 67
WA AVG 31
Rank #166 / 182
3.2
Facility 3.2
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #115 / 182

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 302 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Orchard Pointe by Cogir

Serving Orchard, WA for over twenty years, Orchard Pointe by Cogir is a well-established memory care community for those living with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. The community helps maintain its residents’ cognition and overall well-being by offering research-based care practices. Living spaces and accommodations are safe and secure, allowing residents to freely explore the community and interact with others without worries.

Every day is a chance to live actively and make new connections through vibrant programs for fitness and self-expression. Nutrition is prioritized by a qualified nutritionist and culinary team who work together to create well-balanced meals. Access to thoughtful amenities like salon services, housekeeping, and a day spa are also offered to enhance residents’ living experience.

$6,200/Month

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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.

$4,600/Month

Contact GenCare Lifestyle Tacoma at Point Ruston

The Cottages of Snohomish

1124 Pine Ave, Snohomish, WA 98290
Overview of The Cottages of Snohomish

Serving older adults in the Northwest Snohomish neighborhood of Snohomish, Washington, The Cottages of Snohomish is a senior living community. It offersassisted living, memory care, and respite care. The 84-bed community is about 1 mile from the city centre. It has served residents for 9 years, which is currently home to 51 residents.

Residents can receive assisted living, memory care, or short-term respite care, so they can remain in the same community if their needs change or if temporary support is needed. Staff are available around the clock. Housekeeping and laundry services are offered here. Residents also enjoy an outdoor courtyard along with organised activities and programmes that encourage social connection and engagement.

The Cottages of Snohomish accepts Medicaid, which can help eligible families manage the cost of care. State inspections by the Washington Department of Social and Health Services have mainly reviewed medication administration, staff response to resident call systems, and documentation practices. Inspection reports have also noted that the community is clean and responsive in its daily operations.

The neighbourhood has a Walk Score of 39, making it somewhat walkable. There are several local shops and services within walking distance, but most errands and outings will require a car. When touring The Cottages of Snohomish, families should ask about daily programming and current room availability.

Contact The Cottages of Snohomish

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 Avamere at Englewood Heights

Avamere at Englewood Heights offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Yakima, WA. In assisted living, residents receive help with bathing, dressing, medication, and other daily tasks while keeping an apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, while respite care gives a resident a place to stay when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The community has 88 beds with studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom housing. A studio offers one private space, while a two bedroom option can work for a couple moving together. Medicaid acceptance may help when a family’s savings will not cover a long stay, and residents can bring pets. A Walk Score of 35 points to a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride, and a resident who no longer drives would need transportation for those trips. The combination of assisted living, memory care, and respite care may fit someone whose needs could change over time, or a family needing support while a primary caregiver travels or recovers.

Contact Avamere at Englewood Heights

Overview of Brookdale Foundation House in Federal Way

Brookdale Foundation House in Federal Way, Washington, offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Independent living provides a private residence with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with bathing, dressing, medication, and other daily tasks. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and respite care offers a short-term stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

All three long-term care levels are available on one campus, so a resident whose needs grow over time may be able to remain in the community rather than move elsewhere. The home has 129 beds and offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences, including layouts for someone living alone or for a couple moving in together. The starting price is $3,930 per month, which gives families an initial budgeting figure before the resident’s care level and services are added.

Medicaid is accepted, giving families who use that coverage a payment option for eligible care. Residents may have pets, use the pool, visit the salon and spa, and spend time outdoors on landscaped grounds with walking paths. Brookdale HealthPlus provides personalized preventive care, support with chronic condition management, and care coordination through a dedicated RN Care Manager, while rehabilitation services and tailored activities include games, social events, and fitness classes.

A Walk Score of 38 places the area in a car-dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride. Transportation is available through the community. The combination of independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care may suit someone who wants residential options that can accommodate changing needs, as well as a couple who may need different levels of support on the same campus.

Starting Price $3,930/Month

Contact Brookdale Foundation House in Federal Way

Overview of Mirror Lake Village Senior Living Community

Offering assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care, Mirror Lake Village Senior Living Community is a senior living community in Federal Way, Washington. It is about 1.5 miles from the city center and approximately 2 miles from St. Francis Hospital. The four levels of care in one community can give families flexibility if a loved one’s needs change over time. The 120-bed community is in a three-story building. It currently operates at about 54% occupancy, so there is meaningful room availability for families planning a move in the near future.

Residents can choose from studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. There are also cottages with full kitchens and private garages for those who want more independence and additional living space. Amenities on-site include an exercise facility, transportation services, and a dining room. The community also welcomes pets, which can make the move feel more comfortable for residents who want to keep a companion animal.

Families can choose Medicaid, giving eligible to help cover the cost of care for eligible residents. The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 47, which is somewhat walkable. A few nearby errands can be completed on foot, although most outings are easier by car.

State inspections conducted by the Washington Department of Social and Health Services have periodically identified issues involving fire and life-safety equipment, including door and sprinkler system maintenance, as well as documentation and monitoring practices related to resident care agreements. A follow-up inspection confirmed that the previously identified issues had been addressed and corrected. This shows the community has responded to inspection findings after they have been identified.

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Overview of The Terrace at Beverly Lake

The Terrace at Beverly Lake stands on 75th Street Southeast in Everett, Washington, offering a two-story setting with 60 total beds organized as private and companion suites. With 41 residents in place, it’s currently at 68 percent occupancy. The surrounding neighborhood is moderately walkable, with a Walk Score of 65. While most trips need a brief drive, some local errands can be finished on foot.

Across the facility, state inspections address maintenance and safety compliance. Early inspection findings targeted housekeeping and cleanliness matters, all addressed. Active attention is directed toward fire safety systems and staff training to ensure they stay updated.

An in-person tour by families evaluating the home is the best way to see the floor plan, room layouts, and the daily environment. The somewhat walkable location makes it easy for nearby family members to visit.

Contact The Terrace at Beverly Lake

Overview of Fieldstone of Silverdale

Fieldstone of Silverdale offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Silverdale, WA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while the resident keeps a private living space. 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 these care levels in one home may suit a resident whose needs grow over time.

The community has 58 beds, with studios, one-bedroom layouts, and two-bedroom layouts. A studio provides a single private space, while a two-bedroom layout can accommodate a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. Medicaid is accepted, giving families another payment option when personal savings may not cover a long stay.

Residents can exercise in the fitness center, spend time on creative activities in the art studio, and dine at the on-site restaurant. Pets are allowed, so a resident may bring a pet. Respite care provides short stays when a family caregiver needs coverage while traveling or recovering.

A Walk Score of 36 places the area in a car-dependent setting, where most errands require a car or a ride. A resident who no longer drives would need transportation for many errands.

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Overview of Merrill Gardens at Auburn

Nestled in the tranquil neighborhood of Auburn, WA, Merrill Gardens at Auburn is an enticing community that offers assisted living, independent senior living, and memory care services. This community is characterized by its caring, welcoming, and authentic atmosphere. Daily interactions with residents, families, and team members provide a fulfilling and satisfying experience for the team. The presence of a highly skilled and kindhearted team is a point of pride, as they consistently go above and beyond to ensure exceptional care.

At Magnolia Gardens Senior Care, residents enjoy a vibrant lifestyle with a dynamic calendar of activities managed by the Active Living Program Director. With an abundance of engaging options, every day is filled with opportunities for fulfillment. The community also features spacious private apartments and inviting amenities, including a theater, library, and bistro, ensuring seniors experience a comfortable and rewarding retirement.

Starting Price $3,295/Month

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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 Washington

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 302 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.

Memory Care in Washington State at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 51/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Washington State. 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: 82The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Washington State. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90