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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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As a daughter, I was looking for a home where both of my parents could spent their last days together in comfort and safety. They were able to stay in the master room together with their own bathroom. My...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
For more than 11 years Marcela & Samuel Cusmir we provided extensive, full service care to seniors in Adult Family Homes. Our philosophy is to provide exceptional, high quality care for each resident A+ Meridian Villa Estates is a beautiful home surrounded by mature evergreens, fruit...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
HOPE ADULT FAMILY is licensed by the Department of Social Health and Services of Washington State. Providing quality care for the Elderly experienced and licensed specialized in Dementia ,Mental Health. Hope Adult Family located in a quite residential Cul-de-sac. Our spacious single-family home...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
We are a nicely sized Adult Family Home and we pride ourselves on our dedication to our Residents. Our goal is to make you happy and feel comfortable in our place and we go the extra mile to make sure your satisfied. The owners of the Home are also the caretakers and have many years experience in...
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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.
The Parkside Retirement Center is an assisted living community located in beautiful Auburn, Washington. The center is surrounded by immaculately cared for lawns with mature trees. Located twenty minutes from Seattle, and ten minutes from Tacoma, Auburn is an historical town with the...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
BirdSong AFHBirdSong AFH is located in Kent, WA in King County. Our residential care home offers you a great place to live in an area that is nice to call home. Those who spend their time in Kent as residents and as guests enjoy all that the area provides to them. Kent offers a variety of...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Lakeland Adult Family Home 1 is a residential care home for seniors that is situated in the city of Auburn, Washington in King and Pierce counties. Auburn is a city full of natural beauty and sites. Being so close to Mount Rainier, the views are spectacular and can be enjoyed from the many parks...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
East Hill AFHEast Hill AFH is located in Kent, WA in beautiful King County. Our residential care home provides assistance when you need it in an area that you will love to call home. Those who spend time in Kent enjoy all that the area offers in terms of beauty and attractions. Residents and...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Cost of assisted living in Black Diamond, WA

The average cost of senior living in Black Diamond is $5,107 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Wilkeson, WA with an average of $4,855 per month.

Assisted living costs in Black Diamond, WA, vs. nearby cities

Black Diamond, WA
$5,107/mo

Assisted living costs in Black Diamond, WA, vs. state and national averages

Black Diamond, WA
$5,107/mo
U.S. national average
$4,558/mo

Assisted living costs in Black Diamond, WA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,107/mo
$5,268/mo

Assisted living costs in Black Diamond, WA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,040/mo
Private
$5,968/mo
Studio
$5,263/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,686/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,503/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,800/mo

Senior living costs in Black Diamond 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: Black Diamond, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBlack Diamond, WAWashingtonU.S.
Assisted Living$5,107/mo$5,199/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$5,268/mo$5,265/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$3,957/mo$4,205/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Black Diamond, WA:$5,107/mo
Washington:$5,199/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Black Diamond, WA:$5,268/mo
Washington:$5,265/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Black Diamond, WA:$3,957/mo
Washington:$4,205/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Black Diamond, WA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Black Diamond 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.

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Assisted living cost trends in Black Diamond, WA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Black Diamond 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
Black Diamond, WA$5,177/mo$5,896/mo-12.2%
Washington$5,870/mo$5,481/mo+7.1%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Black Diamond, WA
2024 average cost:$5,177/mo
2023 average cost:$5,896/mo
Percent change:-12.2%
Washington
2024 average cost:$5,870/mo
2023 average cost:$5,481/mo
Percent change:+7.1%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Black Diamond, WA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Black Diamond.

What families are saying about assisted living in Black Diamond

Recent reviews for assisted living in Black Diamond

Aegis at Marymoor in Redmond

4.5
I have not had a lot of experience with facilities but visited 5. Aegis at Marymoor seemed small and homey. The staff are all very friendly and interested in the residents. They try to customize activities when possible. I don’t have any concerns and my wife with dementia considers it her home ...
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Murano Senior Living in Seattle, WA

5.0
The staff there are really great, and turnover has been relatively low, which means the people who care for mom on a daily basis are very familiar with her needs. Also, she has friendly people dropping in to check on her frequently throughout the day. In addition to three meals a day, someone ...
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Spring Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care in Tacoma, WA

4.0
We are very happy with Spring Ridge. Our Mom is in the memory care facility and she has settled in well! The facility is very nice, clean and the residents are well taken care of.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and accommodating staff. Numerous reviews mention the exceptional care and friendliness of staff members at various communities, such as Merrill Gardens at Auburn, where they go above and beyond to ensure residents' needs are met. The staff at Merrill Gardens at Tukwila are praised for their attentiveness and quick ...
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Varied and engaging activities. Residents at numerous communities, including Merrill Gardens at Auburn, Farrington Court, and Merrill Gardens at Tukwila, express enjoyment in the diverse range of activities offered. These activities include bingo, craft classes, outings, and more, providing opportunities for socializatio ...
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Thoughtfully designed facilities. Reviews consistently mention the cleanliness and well-kept facilities at communities like Farrington Court, Merrill Gardens at Auburn, and Cogir of Kent. The facilities are described as modern, spacious, and comfortable, contributing to residents' overall satisfaction.
Comprehensive care plans. Several reviews mention the individualized care plans at different communities, such as Merrill Gardens at Tukwila, Arbor Village, and Farrington Court, where caregivers cater to residents' specific needs, ensuring their safety and well-being.
Supportive and communicative staff. Frequent communication between staff and families is emphasized in reviews for communities like Merrill Gardens at Auburn, Merrill Gardens at Tukwila, and Cogir of Kent. Staff members are described as being easily accessible and responsive, keeping families informed and involved in their l ...
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Delicious and accommodating dining experiences. Throughout reviews, quality dining experiences are highlighted as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction. Communities like Merrill Gardens at Auburn, Farrington Court, and Merrill Gardens at Tukwila are praised for their accommodating chefs who cater to dietary restrictions and ...
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Black Diamond review score based on 100 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 100 reviews of 60 Black Diamond assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Black Diamond review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

Black Diamond review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Black Diamond, WA60 facilities
8.4
Maple Valley, WA138 facilities
8.3

Review subcategories for Black Diamond assisted living

When assisted living 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 100 reviews of 60 Black Diamond assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Black Diamond resident and family assisted living 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.
Black Diamond, WA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.8
4.0
Friendliness
3.8
4.1
Care services
3.3
3.8
Staff
3.8
4.0
Meals & dining
3.2
3.6
Activities
3.1
3.7
Value for cost*
3.4
3.7
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Black Diamond assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Black Diamond assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Black Diamond, 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 Black Diamond assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Black Diamond that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Black Diamond, WANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
76.7%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
48.3%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
66.7%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
95%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
70%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
85%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
55%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
63.3%
54.5%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Black Diamond assisted living

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 Black Diamond Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Black Diamond, WANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
81.7%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
25%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
58.3%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Black Diamond assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Black Diamond partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Black Diamond, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
41.7%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
71.7%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
30%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Black Diamond assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Black Diamond communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Black Diamond, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
10%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
21.7%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
35%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.3%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Black Diamond assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Black Diamond offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Black Diamond, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
30%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
13.3%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.7%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
16.7%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.3%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
21.7%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
26.7%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
21.7%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
6.7%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
31.7%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Black Diamond

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. 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 assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Black Diamond protect seniors.
Learn about Washington assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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