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9 Best Memory Care Facilities in Allen, WA

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If your loved one needs memory care in Allen, A Place for Mom can help. With 9 memory care facilities in Allen, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

Alzheimer’s care in Allen incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Allen memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Allen, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.

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Photo of Creekside Continuing Care Community
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9.5
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They over charged dad for things he might have needed at first Had no one available reassess his needs for about 3 months. I moved him out of there and he eventually. A refund eventually. I would say do not...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
We are pleased to introduce to you Creekside, a Cascades Senior LivingContinuing Care community that offers independent retirement living,assisted living and memory care residents the distinction of living well.Located in the heart of scenic Skagit Valley, our community offers a relaxedand secure...
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Photo of Mountain Glen
1414 Photos available
1616 Floor plans available
9.2
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I would say 5's for all except maybe a 4 for food. I haven't eaten there yet but mom says it's not always great. Overall I think we are very satisfied with Mountain Glen.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Mountain Glen Retirement Center is located in the heart of Skagit Valley and has successfully blended the elements of the Northwest to ensure a comfortable, secure and independent way of life. Our philosophy is to inspire creative, healthy, and active lifestyles to enrich the minds and bodies of...
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Photo of Where the Heart is
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9.0
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We cant really speak to the current situation there. No place is perfect but the staff at Where the Heart is really wants what is best for your parents. It was clean and the staff for the most part were...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Built in 2000, Where the Heart is Assisted Living and Memory Care is designed as a home like environment two-story building with 59 apartments. There are three separate assisted living neighborhoods each comprising of 15 apartments and one memory care neighborhood including 14 apartments all...
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The staff has been great! The level of care and concern and help the office manager with dealing with long-term care insurance has been great! I'd give 5 on all categories except a 4 on cleanliness (at times...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
HomePlace Special Care at Burlington was built in 1998 in the heart of Skagit County. With it's unique home-like setting, HomePlace provides compassionate and skilled Alzheimer's and Dementia care to not only the memory care residents, but also their families and the employees who work with them....
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8.5
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The interaction has been excellent with the staff. They do a wonderful job with the food. The activities are really good. We are very happy. My loved one was not getting care that was needed at theprevious...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Bridge at Mount Vernon, Washington, provides an enriching retirement to seniors looking for an active assisted living community to make their home.Offering a variety of resort-style services and amenities, The Bridge at Mount Vernon works to ensure each resident receives the support and care...
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They are really kind and patient with the residents and have their needs taken care of. They want to care for each resident as if they were part of their own family and good o the residents family. Really...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Ashley Gardens of Mount Vernon is located in Mount Vernon, Washington. Settled along the foothills of the Cascade Mountain range, Ashley Gardens prides itself on providing the best care for seniors with memory loss. We strive to provide these services in an inviting atmosphere. Our seniors can...
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Birchview is great! My father-in law lives here. Everyone is so helpful and answers all my questions about him. he really likes it here. plenty of activities to keep every one busy and opportunity to meet...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
A family caring for a loved one with Dementia or Alzheimer’s can experience overwhelming emotional and physical obstacles. At Birchview we strive to provide the finest care for each of our residents – while still maintaining their individuality and dignity.Knowing your loved one’s needs are...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Cost of memory care in Allen, WA

The average cost of senior living in Allen is $5,169 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lynden, WA with an average of $4,721 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Allen, WA vs. nearby cities

Allen, WA
$5,169/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Allen, WA vs. the state and national average

Allen, WA
$5,169/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Allen vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$5,169/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Allen, WA by room type

Semi-Private
$5,416/mo
Studio
$5,983/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,114/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,938/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Allen over time

Allen, WAWA stateNational

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What families are saying about memory care in Allen

Recent reviews for memory care in Allen

Ashley Gardens of Mount Vernon

5.0
The community is just great. They have lots of activities and posted pictures on their Facebook page so we can see them enjoy the activities. They are starting to get folks out of the community and are doing driving trips around town. I would recommend this community to others based on my ...
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Regency on Whidbey in Oak Harbor, WA

5.0
My Mother really needed an independent living facility and when we toured this one it seemed really clean. All of the staff members here have been very pleasant to deal with and they are very accommodating. Everyone here just has a friendly warmth to them and the facility feels homey. My mom has ...
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The Bridge at Mount Vernon

5.0
It's a great place to live and great people to spend your time with. We picked this community, because it was next to the VA Clinic. I can see that improvement are needed in areas, but off hand at this time I can't see them.

Allen review score based on 47 family reviews

8.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 47 reviews of 9 Allen memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Allen review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Allen review score compared against nearby cities

8.7
Allen, WA9 facilities
8.7
Burlington, WA10 facilities
8.7
Sedro-Woolley, WA9 facilities

Review subcategories for Allen memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 47 reviews of 9 Allen memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Allen resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Allen, WA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.4
Friendliness
4.5
4.5
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.4
Meals & dining
3.9
4.0
Activities
4.1
4.0
Value for cost*
3.9
4.0
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Allen memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Allen memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Allen, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Allen memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Allen that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
77.8%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
33.3%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
77.8%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
44.4%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
66.7%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
77.8%
73.5%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Allen memory care

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Allen Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Allen, WANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
77.8%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
55.6%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
55.6%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
55.6%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Allen memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Allen partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Allen, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
66.7%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
66.7%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
77.8%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
33.3%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Allen memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Allen communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Allen, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
55.6%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
55.6%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
66.7%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
44.4%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Allen memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Allen offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Allen, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
77.8%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44.4%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
55.6%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
77.8%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
77.8%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
88.9%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
66.7%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
55.6%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
66.7%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
77.8%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
77.8%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
55.6%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.2%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
77.8%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Creekside Continuing Care Community, Mountain Glen and Brookdale Stanwood are the top-rated memory care facilities near Allen, Washington. See full list of communities.

There are 9 memory care facilities near Allen, Washington. See the full list.

The 9 memory care facilities near you in Allen, Washington typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Allen, Washington, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.

Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Allen, Washington, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.

The cost of memory care facilities in Allen, Washington ranges from $1350 to $11550. The average Memory Care cost in Allen, Washington is $5,169. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Allen, Washington typically starts at $1350. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.

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