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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Bunker, WA

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If your loved one needs memory care in Bunker, A Place for Mom can help. With 58 memory care facilities in Bunker, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

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

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Chehalis, Centralia and Winlock.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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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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.
Charlton Place is ideally located near I-5 and HW 512 and is conveniently close to shopping, restaurants and medical care. We offer the perfect combination of services and amenities that blend the care seniors need with the convenience they value and the independence they cherish. Residents and...
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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.
Special needs require special care. Pioneer Place of Tacoma, a secured warm, comfortable environment where we focus on a residents abilities while minimizing their limitations. Exceptional Care, Respect, Understanding, Independence, Dignity and Quality of Life come first. We have three units of...
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The staff are wonderful, supportive and understanding of my mother in law's condition. The food is good and they offer a variety of choices. The community is clean and they take care of any issues as needed....
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.
Cascade Park Gardens was constructed in 1995, and is located just West of the Tacoma Mall, Pierce County's dominant shopping center. From the large fireplaces that welcomes you, to our cozy entertainment and activity rooms, you will appreciate the warm and homelike atmosphere of Cascade Park...
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Cost of memory care in Bunker, WA

The average cost of senior living in Bunker is $4,697 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Toledo, WA with an average of $4,003 per month.

Memory care costs in Bunker, WA, vs. nearby cities

Bunker, WA
$4,697/mo
$4,494/mo
$4,845/mo

Memory care costs in Bunker, WA, vs. state and national averages

Bunker, WA
$4,697/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

Memory care costs in Bunker, WA, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$4,697/mo

Memory care costs in Bunker, WA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,789/mo
Studio
$4,664/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,039/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,345/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,050/mo

Senior living costs in Bunker vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Bunker, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBunker, WAWashingtonU.S.
Memory Care$4,697/mo$5,265/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$4,620/mo$5,199/mo$4,557/mo
Independent Living$3,458/mo$4,205/mo$4,016/mo
Memory Care
Bunker, WA:$4,697/mo
Washington:$5,265/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Bunker, WA:$4,620/mo
Washington:$5,199/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Independent Living
Bunker, WA:$3,458/mo
Washington:$4,205/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Memory care costs in Bunker, WA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Bunker and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Bunker, WAWA stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Bunker, WA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Bunker have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Bunker, WA$8,019/mo$7,309/mo+9.7%
Washington$8,099/mo$7,415/mo+9.2%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Bunker, WA
2024 average cost:$8,019/mo
2023 average cost:$7,309/mo
Percent change:+9.7%
Washington
2024 average cost:$8,099/mo
2023 average cost:$7,415/mo
Percent change:+9.2%
National
2024 average cost:$6,490/mo
2023 average cost:$6,152/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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What families are saying about memory care in Bunker

Recent reviews for memory care in Bunker

Delaware Plaza in Longview, WA

3.7
In general our experience has been positive. The residents in the community still need an outside advocate to follow up on their requests. The staff communication has been responsive to the family if we have questions or concerns. There are some concerns with the delivery of meals due to the ...
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Heritage House Morton

5.0
The feeling of comfort and content consumes me with each visit. The reassurance of knowing my loved one is receiving genuine care provided with compassion and love. Caregivers who truly care and show it. The positive feed back from other people who live there is continued content and happiness! ...
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Merrill Gardens at Tacoma

4.5
We moved my mother in law to Merrill Gardens 6 months ago. This is a beautiful facility and extremely well maintained. She loves the food and seems quite happy. We had hoped she could live fairly independently, but has needed more care than we expected. The nursing staff apparently has ...
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Bunker review score based on 164 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 164 reviews of 54 Bunker memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Bunker 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

Bunker review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Bunker, WA54 facilities
8.5
Chehalis, WA5 facilities
8.4
Centralia, WA92 facilities

Review subcategories for Bunker 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 164 reviews of 54 Bunker memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Bunker 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.
Bunker, WA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.5
4.1
Friendliness
3.7
4.2
Care services
3.4
3.9
Staff
3.6
4.1
Meals & dining
3.1
3.8
Activities
3.3
3.7
Value for cost*
3.3
3.8
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Bunker memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bunker memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bunker, 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 Bunker 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 Bunker that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Bunker, WANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
81.5%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
22.2%
49.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.4%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.1%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
79.6%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
29.6%
29.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.3%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
68.5%
63%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
83.3%
74%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Bunker 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 Bunker Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Bunker, WANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
72.2%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
40.7%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
44.4%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
22.2%
27.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Bunker 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 Bunker partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Bunker, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
35.2%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
70.4%
45.1%
No sugar
No sugar
61.1%
42.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
66.7%
51%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
24.1%
17%
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Availability of select dining options in Bunker 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 Bunker communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bunker, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
55.6%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
61.1%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
31.5%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bunker 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 Bunker offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Bunker, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
74.1%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35.2%
34.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40.7%
28.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
81.5%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
77.8%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
77.8%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57.4%
40.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
61.1%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
51.9%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
72.2%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
75.9%
48.7%
Dances
Dances
46.3%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.9%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.7%
47.2%
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State regulations for memory care in Bunker

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Washington memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Bunker protect seniors.
Learn about Washington memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

The Village Senior Living, Trustwell Living at Astor Place and Hearthside Manor are the top-rated memory care facilities near Bunker, Washington. See full list of communities.
There are 58 memory care facilities near Bunker, Washington. See the full list.
The 58 memory care facilities near you in Bunker, Washington typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Bunker, 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 Bunker, 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 Bunker, Washington ranges from $767 to $10000. The average Memory Care cost in Bunker, Washington is $4,697. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Bunker, Washington typically starts at $767. 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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