Life Manor Independent Living (Mountainside)
Independent Living & Assisted Living · Tacoma, WA

Life Manor Independent Living (Mountainside)

Independent Living & Assisted Living · Tacoma, WA

Overview of Life Manor Independent Living (mountainside)

Experience the best of your golden years at Life Manor Independent Living – Mountainside, a vibrant community in Tacoma, WA, offering independent living. The community features beautifully furnished and cozy accommodations, ensuring residents are comfortable and safe. Residents can also keep their peace of mind with monthly housekeeping and convenient apartment features.

A jam-packed calendar of fun recreational activities and enriching programs is also conducted to encourage residents to live actively and make new friends. Meal services are also available, so residents can enjoy hassle-free dining that caters to their dietary needs and preferences. The community is ideal for those looking to live independently in retirement.

Walk Score
Walk Score: 68 / 100 Rank #169 / 626Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 169th out of 626 homes in Washington for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Washington facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Washington that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

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What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 2-story

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Address 2.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Tacoma's city center to Life Manor Independent Living (Mountainside)'s address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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 to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

The Village Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
RC
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110
Facility 110
WA AVG 81
Rank #66 / 355
Yes
51
Facility 51
WA AVG 51
Rank #320 / 626
Suite--1
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 282
5
Facility 5
WA AVG 31
Rank #22 / 278
5.0
Facility 5.0
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #176 / 278
Franke Tobey Jones
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Tacoma (West End)
101
Facility 101
WA AVG 81
Rank #88 / 355
Yes
47
Facility 47
WA AVG 51
Rank #354 / 626
- 49.5% A+5
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 282
16
Facility 16
WA AVG 31
Rank #84 / 278
3.2
Facility 3.2
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #94 / 278
GenCare Lifestyle Tacoma at Point Ruston
IL
AL
MC
RC
Tacoma (West End)
85
Facility 85
WA AVG 81
Rank #141 / 355
Yes
65
Facility 65
WA AVG 51
Rank #189 / 626
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed 98.8% -2
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 282
4
Facility 4
WA AVG 31
Rank #18 / 278
2.0
Facility 2.0
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #40 / 278
eliseo
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AL
MC
Tacoma (West End)
71
Facility 71
WA AVG 81
Rank #195 / 355
Yes
20
Facility 20
WA AVG 51
Rank #526 / 626
1 Bed / 2 Bed / Semi-Private Rooms 71.8% -4
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 8
Rank #118 / 282
11
Facility 11
WA AVG 31
Rank #54 / 278
2.8
Facility 2.8
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #70 / 278
Life Manor Independent Living (Mountainside)
IL
AL
Tacoma (Central Tacoma)-Yes
68
Facility 68
WA AVG 51
Rank #169 / 626
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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Washington

Life Manor Independent Living (Mountainside) is located in Tacoma, Washington State.
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Community Options Program Entry System (COPES)

WA Medicaid COPES

Age 65+ or disabled
General Washington resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
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High demand in urban areas (e.g., Seattle).

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($70/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Washington Family Caregiver Support Program

WA NFCSP

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)
General Washington resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
WA

High urban demand; rural outreach.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$70/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

Community First Choice (CFC)

Washington Community First Choice

Age 65+ (or disabled 18+)
General WA resident, Medicaid-eligible, need help with 2+ ADLs/IADLs.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month; QIT optional.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
WA

Broader than COPES; serves ~20,000; self-directed option.

Benefits
Personal care (4-6 hours/day) Respite (~240 hours/year) Assistive devices Training Transportation

Older Americans Act (OAA) Services

Washington OAA Services

Age 60+
General WA resident; no income/asset limits.
Income Limits (2025) None; donations encouraged.
Asset Limits Not assessed.
WA

13 AAAs; includes Meals on Wheels; rural focus.

Benefits
Meals (~$5-$7/meal) Transportation Homemaker services (~4 hours/week) Respite (~5 days/year) Legal aid

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Washington Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General WA resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
WA

Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Washington VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General WA resident, wartime service, ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth
WA

High veteran use; supports rural/urban needs.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs

Senior Citizens Property Tax Exemption

Washington Senior Property Tax Exemption

Age 61+ or disabled retiree
General WA resident, homeowner, income-based.
Income Limits (2025) ~$45,000-$70,000/year varies by county, e.g., King: $70,000
Asset Limits Not assessed; home value cap varies ~$250,000-$400,000
WA

Saves ~$500-$1,500/year; offered statewide.

Benefits
Tax exemption (~$500-$1,500/year depending on county)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Washington SFMNP

Age 60+
General WA resident, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,322/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
WA

Vouchers (~$80/season); serves ~20,000 via AAAs.

Benefits
Vouchers (~$80/season) for produce at farmers’ markets

Frequently Asked Questions about Life Manor Independent Living (Mountainside)

What neighborhood is Life Manor Independent Living (Mountainside) in?

Life Manor Independent Living (Mountainside) is in the Central Tacoma neighborhood.

Is Life Manor Independent Living (Mountainside) in a walkable area?

Life Manor Independent Living (Mountainside) has a walk score of 68. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Are pets allowed at Life Manor Independent Living (Mountainside)?

Yes, Life Manor Independent Living (Mountainside) allows residents to bring their pets.

Are there photos of Life Manor Independent Living (Mountainside)?

Yes — there are 4 photos of Life Manor Independent Living (Mountainside) in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Life Manor Independent Living (Mountainside)?

Life Manor Independent Living (Mountainside) is located at 1609 S Union Ave, Tacoma, WA 98405.

What is the phone number of Life Manor Independent Living (Mountainside)?

(253) 779-3800 will put you in contact with the team at Life Manor Independent Living (Mountainside).

Does Life Manor Independent Living (Mountainside) provide medical or personal care assistance?

No — Life Manor Independent Living (Mountainside) is an independent living community. Residents live on their own in private apartments with access to amenities, dining, and social activities.

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