Best Senior Care in Washington State

Updated May 2026

We analyzed 617 homes in Washington

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

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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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Merrill Gardens at Tukwila	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.	Tukwila (Southcenter)	80 Facility 80 WA AVG 81 Rank #171 / 366	Yes	63 Facility 63 WA AVG 51 Rank #211 / 628	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	-	-	2	- Facility - WA AVG 2 Rank #1 / 284	13 Facility 13 WA AVG 30.3 Rank #69 / 284	6.5 Facility 6.5 WA AVG 4.4 Rank #238 / 284
MorningStar Senior Living at Silver Lake	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.	Everett (Twin Creeks)	80 Facility 80 WA AVG 81 Rank #171 / 366	No	42 Facility 42 WA AVG 51 Rank #398 / 628	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	90.8% Facility 90.8% WA AVG 73.3% Rank #42 / 290	-	-	-	-	-
Aegis Living Bellevue	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. 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. 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.	Bellevue (West Bellevue)	77 Facility 77 WA AVG 81 Rank #186 / 366	No	91 Facility 91 WA AVG 51 Rank #37 / 628	-	100.0% Facility 100.0% WA AVG 73.3% Rank #1 / 290	-	6	- Facility - WA AVG 2 Rank #1 / 284	61 Facility 61 WA AVG 30.3 Rank #252 / 284	10.2 Facility 10.2 WA AVG 4.4 Rank #275 / 284
The Hampton and Ashley Inn Memory Care Community	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.	Vancouver (Riveridge)	85 Facility 85 WA AVG 81 Rank #147 / 366	Yes	32 Facility 32 WA AVG 51 Rank #458 / 628	Studio / Shared Suite	53.4% Facility 53.4% WA AVG 73.3% Rank #255 / 290	-	-	-	-	-
Crista Shores	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.	Silverdale (Northwest Crista Shores Lane)	82 Facility 82 WA AVG 81 Rank #167 / 366	No	56 Facility 56 WA AVG 51 Rank #281 / 628	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	-	-	4	- Facility - WA AVG 2 Rank #1 / 284	13 Facility 13 WA AVG 30.3 Rank #69 / 284	3.3 Facility 3.3 WA AVG 4.4 Rank #105 / 284
Brookdale Stanwood	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.	Stanwood	80 Facility 80 WA AVG 81 Rank #171 / 366	Yes	51 Facility 51 WA AVG 51 Rank #320 / 628	Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	77.5% Facility 77.5% WA AVG 73.3% Rank #134 / 290	-	4	- Facility - WA AVG 2 Rank #1 / 284	30 Facility 30 WA AVG 30.3 Rank #168 / 284	7.5 Facility 7.5 WA AVG 4.4 Rank #255 / 284
Aegis Living West Seattle	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 (North Admiral)	84 Facility 84 WA AVG 81 Rank #159 / 366	Yes	76 Facility 76 WA AVG 51 Rank #107 / 628	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	81.0% Facility 81.0% WA AVG 73.3% Rank #111 / 290	C+	10	3 Facility 3 WA AVG 2 Rank #205 / 284	41 Facility 41 WA AVG 30.3 Rank #204 / 284	4.1 Facility 4.1 WA AVG 4.4 Rank #141 / 284
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 73.3% Rank #184 / 290	A+	33	- Facility - WA AVG 2 Rank #1 / 284	59 Facility 59 WA AVG 30.3 Rank #250 / 284	1.8 Facility 1.8 WA AVG 4.4 Rank #35 / 284
Brookdale Vancouver Stonebridge	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.	Vancouver (Vancouver Mall)	80 Facility 80 WA AVG 81 Rank #171 / 366	Yes	70 Facility 70 WA AVG 51 Rank #154 / 628	Studio / Suite	85.0% Facility 85.0% WA AVG 73.3% Rank #75 / 290	-	12	- Facility - WA AVG 2 Rank #1 / 284	27 Facility 27 WA AVG 30.3 Rank #155 / 284	2.3 Facility 2.3 WA AVG 4.4 Rank #53 / 284
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 73.3% Rank #58 / 290	-	3	- Facility - WA AVG 2 Rank #1 / 284	15 Facility 15 WA AVG 30.3 Rank #83 / 284	5.0 Facility 5.0 WA AVG 4.4 Rank #180 / 284
Cogir of Vancouver	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. 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.	Vancouver (Orchards)	90 Facility 90 WA AVG 81 Rank #133 / 366	Yes	44 Facility 44 WA AVG 51 Rank #377 / 628	Studio / Cottage / 1 Bed	75.6% Facility 75.6% WA AVG 73.3% Rank #146 / 290	-	10	3 Facility 3 WA AVG 2 Rank #205 / 284	46 Facility 46 WA AVG 30.3 Rank #221 / 284	4.6 Facility 4.6 WA AVG 4.4 Rank #164 / 284
Jefferson House Memory Care Community	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.	Kirkland (Totem Lake)	80 Facility 80 WA AVG 81 Rank #171 / 366	No	69 Facility 69 WA AVG 51 Rank #164 / 628	Private / Shared Suite	93.8% Facility 93.8% WA AVG 73.3% Rank #28 / 290	-	6	1 Facility 1 WA AVG 2 Rank #119 / 284	53 Facility 53 WA AVG 30.3 Rank #240 / 284	8.8 Facility 8.8 WA AVG 4.4 Rank #267 / 284
Village Concepts of Issaquah-Spiritwood at Pine Lake	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.	Issaquah (Providence Point)	80 Facility 80 WA AVG 81 Rank #171 / 366	No	43 Facility 43 WA AVG 51 Rank #387 / 628	Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	90.0% Facility 90.0% WA AVG 73.3% Rank #47 / 290	A+	6	1 Facility 1 WA AVG 2 Rank #119 / 284	35 Facility 35 WA AVG 30.3 Rank #185 / 284	5.8 Facility 5.8 WA AVG 4.4 Rank #217 / 284
Prestige Senior Living Bridgewood	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 (Landover - Sharmel)	80 Facility 80 WA AVG 81 Rank #171 / 366	No	59 Facility 59 WA AVG 51 Rank #261 / 628	-	88.8% Facility 88.8% WA AVG 73.3% Rank #55 / 290	-	6	1 Facility 1 WA AVG 2 Rank #119 / 284	17 Facility 17 WA AVG 30.3 Rank #97 / 284	2.8 Facility 2.8 WA AVG 4.4 Rank #74 / 284
Edmonds Landing Assisted 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. 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.	Edmonds (The Bowl Of Edmonds)	83 Facility 83 WA AVG 81 Rank #165 / 366	Yes	86 Facility 86 WA AVG 51 Rank #57 / 628	Studio / 1 Bed	44.6% Facility 44.6% WA AVG 73.3% Rank #269 / 290	-	9	4 Facility 4 WA AVG 2 Rank #231 / 284	31 Facility 31 WA AVG 30.3 Rank #170 / 284	3.4 Facility 3.4 WA AVG 4.4 Rank #112 / 284

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Ranking Methodology

How we rank these 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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