Page 8 of Best Senior Care in Washington State

Overview of Clearwater Springs Assisted Living

Clearwater Springs Assisted Living in Vancouver, WA, offers two types of care. Respite care and assisted living form the duo. The neighborhood of Hazel Dell South is where the community is located.

Residents maintain their own apartments in assisted living, while staff assist with bathing, dressing, medication, and other daily activities. Respite refers to a short-term stay that a family arranges while their usual caregiving at home is temporarily paused. Combined, the two cater to an individual requiring daily support and a family seeking temporary assistance.

There are 95 beds across the studio and one-bedroom layouts. A studio combines living and sleeping areas into a single private space, while a one-bedroom offers a separate room for the bed.

At 77, the Walk Score falls within the very walkable range. Most errands are within a short walk, even for those without a vehicle.

On-site beauty services are offered, and pets are allowed to reside. The list of activities includes Bridge, Texas Hold’em, dance-filled happy hours, and music therapy. The cost of assisted living begins at $3,650 monthly, and Medicaid is accepted for families depending on that program.

Starting Price $3,650/Month Info Pricing updated on May 18th, 2026

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Overview of Cedar Creek Memory Care Community

Family-owned for more than 60 years, Cedar Creek Memory Care Community is a senior living community in Edmonds, Washington. It offers assisted living and specialized memory care for residents living with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, and other memory-related conditions. The 80-bed community in a three-story building offers both private and shared suites, giving residents and families a choice of living arrangements.

Cedar Creek currently has an occupancy rate of 60%, with 48 of its 80 beds occupied. The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 64, so some nearby shops and services can be reached on foot. The community is less than half a mile from Swedish Edmonds Campus and about 1.5 miles from downtown Edmonds, providing convenient access to hospital care and local amenities.

The community’s safety features include motion sensors, pull cords, and window sensors to support residents who may wander or require additional supervision. Residents also have access to beauty services, fitness and recreation programs, and a variety of social activities.

The community has outdoor spaces and thoughtfully prepared dining to support residents’ comfort and well-being. Medicaid gives eligible families another option for covering the cost of care.

State inspections conducted by the Washington Department of Social and Health Services have focused on food safety, housekeeping practices, safety documentation such as alarm and fire drill records, and staff response procedures during emergencies. The community has taken corrective action to address these findings.

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Overview of Village Green West Seattle

Located in the South Delridge neighborhood of West Seattle, Washington, Village Green West Seattle is a senior living community offering assisted living, independent living, and respite care. The community is about 6.2 miles from downtown Seattle and has 60 beds in a three-story building. Residents can choose from studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences, depending on their space needs.

Residents have access to comfortable common areas, lounges, outdoor gathering spaces, wellness activities, clubs, scheduled programs, and devotional services. The community provides housekeeping and maintenance. Care staff is available around the clock to support residents as needed. Medicaid gives eligible families an additional option for covering the cost of care.

The community has an occupancy rate of 55%, which may provide greater room availability than communities with higher occupancy levels. The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 81, which means everyday errands can be reached on foot.

State inspections conducted by the Washington Department of Social and Health Services have focused on fire and life safety systems, including storage practices and electrical wiring, along with medication administration, care coordination, and licensing documentation such as tuberculosis testing and pet certification records. Follow-up inspections confirmed that identified issues had been corrected.

Families considering Village Green West Seattle should ask about current apartment availability due to the community’s capacity.

Starting Price $2,800/Month Info Pricing updated on October 8th, 2026

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Overview of GenCare Lifestyle Federal Way

GenCare Lifestyle Federal Way provides assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Federal Way, Washington. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks, while independent living offers a private apartment without daily care. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision, and respite care supports short stays. The range of care types can suit a resident whose needs change over time, while respite care may help a family caregiver who needs temporary support.

The community has 85 beds in an apartment-style setting, with studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences. Starting prices are $4,040 per month for a studio, $4,775 per month for a one-bedroom, $5,930 per month for a two-bedroom, and $4,405 per month for memory care. These figures help families match the listed starting rate to a residence size or the memory care setting. Medicaid is accepted, giving eligible residents a payment option when personal savings may not cover the full cost of care.

A fitness center supports exercise, and the library provides a dedicated place for reading and quiet activities. Residents can spend time in the outdoor courtyard, which has a pond and park-like setting, or use the hair salon and private dining room. Pets are welcome, allowing a resident to continue living with a pet. A full calendar of activities, local adventures, transportation, and the Active Retirement and Respite Visits programs offer structured ways to participate in community activities or arrange a short stay.

A Walk Score of 79 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot. A resident who no longer drives can still reach nearby shops and services independently.

$4,040/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Overview of Brookdale Everett

Brookdale Everett offers a premier assisted living experience in Everett, Washington, where residents can trade their chores, home maintenance, and stress for an engaging lifestyle filled with interesting people and activities. This community provides attentive service, convenient amenities, and a comfortable, home-like setting. Located adjacent to 4th Avenue West, near Highway 99 and just a mile from Interstate 5, Brookdale Everett is conveniently situated in the quaint Puget Sound city of Everett. Residents can enjoy spectacular views of the Olympic Mountains and easy access to Seattle, while the staff handles chores, home maintenance, and cooking.

The assisted living program at Brookdale Everett helps residents maintain their independence while providing personalized care from trained caregivers. Residents can manage their medications, bathing, dressing, and more, with the freedom to design their days as they wish. The community’s activity calendar, designed with resident input, offers a diverse range of creative pursuits, hobby groups, and social events, ensuring that there is always something interesting to do. Residents can also savor delicious, chef-inspired meals with options for special dietary needs.

Starting Price $5,805/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Overview of Truewood by Merrill, First Hill

Truewood by Merrill, First Hill offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Seattle, WA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks while the resident keeps an apartment. 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. Respite care is a short stay for a family caregiver who needs to travel or recover.

The community has 75 beds. Housing includes private apartments, semi-private apartments, studios, and one-bedroom apartments. If a resident’s needs change, they may be able to move between care levels without leaving the community, and the shared option gives someone the choice of having a companion rather than living alone. Medicaid is accepted, giving families another payment option when savings may not cover a long stay.

A Walk Score of 99 places the area in the walker’s paradise band, so daily errands do not require a car. Shops, pharmacies, and cafes can be within a short walk, allowing a resident who no longer drives to get out independently. Pets are allowed. The range of care types may make Truewood by Merrill, First Hill a good fit for someone whose support needs may grow over time or whose family caregiver needs temporary relief.

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Overview of Village Concepts of Milton

Empowering seniors seeking a more independent lifestyle, Village Concepts of Milton is an excellent senior living community in King County, Milton, WA, offering independent living and assisted living. Relax in beautifully designed living spaces, with a variety of floor plans to choose from, including studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. Residents needing extra care are met with the best care and support services that encompasses personal care assistance, medication management, housekeeping, and linen services.

Enjoy an enriching day-to-day life filled with plenty of opportunities for enjoyment and social engagement, thanks to a variety of regularly conducted social and recreational activities. The community features an array of unique amenities, such as an in-house salon, a library, exercise classes, shopping and trips, happy hours, and church services. Three delicious meals are served every day to ensure residents never miss out on a meal and have the energy they need for enjoying a productive and energetic day.

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Overview of Emerald Heights

Emerald Heights offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home care, and skilled nursing in Redmond, WA. The community opened in 1992 and has 74 beds. Independent living provides private living without daily care, while assisted living adds help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication.

Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision. Nursing home care and skilled nursing provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Because several care levels are available in one community, Emerald Heights may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time and who could move between care levels without leaving the community.

Respite care provides a short stay for someone whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Temporary rehabilitation provides care for a resident receiving rehabilitation services. Residents may keep pets and can use a pool, salon or spa, fitness and wellness programming, committees and groups, walking trails, and gardens across the 38 acre campus.

Restaurant style casual dining and a grab and go coffee shop provide on site food and beverage options. The community also offers transportation and daily activities. A Walk Score of 83 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still reach shops, a pharmacy, or cafes independently.

Total nurse staffing is 5 hours 17 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nurse staffing time allocated per resident. Payment options are Medicare and private pay. Medicare covers temporary skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence.

Starting Price $4,284/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Overview of Cogir of Northgate Memory Care

Cogir of Northgate Memory Care provides memory care in Seattle, including the Victory Heights neighborhood. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision, so the community may be a good fit for someone living with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia who needs oversight in a protected environment. The community has 49 beds, creating a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know each other. Room options include semi-private rooms, studios, and one-bedroom apartments: a studio provides one private living space, while a semi-private room offers shared accommodations.

Memory care starts at $4,275 per month, with Medicaid and Medicare among the payment options. Residents can use a full-service salon and barbershop without leaving the community. A courtyard and walking paths provide outdoor space for walking. Restaurant-style dining includes chef-prepared meals, vegetarian options, low-sodium or heart-healthy choices, gluten-free options, and a private dining room for family events.

There are many ways to spend time in the community. Music therapy, arts and crafts, exercise classes, live entertainment, and social outings offer organized opportunities to participate in activities, while pets are allowed. Respite care provides a short stay for someone whose usual caregiver needs time to travel or recover. A Walk Score of 74 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may still be able to get out independently.

Brandon Dalke serves as director, and Cogir Senior Living operates the community.

$4,275/Month Info Pricing updated on October 12th, 2026

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Overview of Brookdale Montclair Poulsbo

Nestled in Poulsbo, Washington, Brookdale Montclair Poulsbo is an exclusive senior living community offering assisted living and memory care with breathtaking views of the Olympic Mountain Range, Liberty Bay, and the picturesque village. The community provides assistance with daily living activities, pet-friendly apartments with natural light and various floor plans, and 24/7 on-site staff for emergencies. The continuum of care allows for a smoother transition as residents’ needs increase.

Assisted living at Brookdale Montclair Poulsbo offers support with daily living activities, household chores, and maintenance, while the industry-leading Clare Bridge memory care program provides a daily path of engagement tailored to each resident’s current skills and abilities, even with advanced expressions of Alzheimer’s or dementia. The community offers a wide range of engaging activities for both assisted living and memory care residents, from happy hour socials and fitness classes to brain games and art projects. Dining is also a highlight, with restaurant-style meals prepared by a culinary team passionate about great food, and personalized assistance for memory care residents.

$6,335/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Senior 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: 79The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Washington State. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90