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The community has a well established director, receptionist, and nursing staff, they have been there for a number of years and do a great job managing the community and care.They offer an activities calendar...
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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.
We are pleased you are considering Cascade Park Vista as your new home. Whether you need care for a loved one, or for yourself, Cascade Park Vistais the perfect choice! Making the transition to a new living situation isn't always easy, but the rewards can be great. Cascade Park Vista is...
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We visited 3 places. This was clean and both caregivers were nurses, that was the main reason. My loved one was not active with the activities.
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.
Golden Parklane Adult Family Home is one of senior living communities in the area. To find the right community for your needs and budget, connect with one of A Place For Mom’s local senior living advisors for free, expert advice.
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I rate them 5 on all categories. Exceptionally professional and caring. The director's competence and professionalism. Immediately we knew we wanted our mother to live there.
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Locally & privately owned and operated from its opening in 1997, Memory Care at The Lodges creates a home-like setting for Dementia care. Each of our secured Lodges has just 16 resident rooms clustered around the main activity, dining and living room areas. This floor plan greatly reduces...
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I would highly recommend Harbor View Adult Family Home. [name removed] and her staff are are very kind and caring people. It is a very clean home with a spectacular view. It truly feels like a home, and not...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Since childhood our hearts were very close to elder people. Every weekend at the church we have visited and took care of them. After years we decide to do something more meaningful and helpful. Few years ago we bought this house and put a lot of energy and time to create a beautiful home. The...
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I honestly have no complaints about the facility. I think that the staff members at Evergreen Park are just great. I am just very happy with them. I give them a five-star rating overall and for many of the...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Evergreen Park AFH - West Campus is a senior care home located in Federal Way, WA. Spend one day exploring our beautiful Dash Point State Park, and you're sure to fall in love with Federal Way, WA. Enjoy the company of visiting family by packing a picnic to enjoy in the great outdoors, or walk...
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For the 1st time in 3 years, I don't worry about my moms well being. She is part of a family that laughs and supports each other. Most importantly, she doesn't ask, "are they nice to me, do they like me". ...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
At A Marine Hills Adult Family Home LLC we are an adult care facility that caters to Alzheimer's patients and will work with their loved ones in a family type environment. We offer many different memory care programs that are designed specifically for aging patients that are suffering from...
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My sister-in-law was moved to Cherry Blossom in Renton, WA from an independent living facility. It has now been about 2 months and she is finally getting into a good routine. We've always liked the staff,...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Golden Circle Adult Family Home is a residential care home for seniors located in Kent, WA in King County. Kent is just south of Seattle, so it offers all the exciting opportunities city living provides but without all the traffic. This vibrant community offers a wide variety of shopping, dining,...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
It is important that bodies and our minds remain active. Our goal is to help residents enjoy living each and every day. We encourage all residents to live life to its fullest in our home. Villa Vecchio is a home where your loved one comes to live! Bright and open spaces are critical to good...
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My loved one is a resident at Gencare Lifestyle Tacoma and things have been very good so far. The cleanliness and friendliness are great! The food and activities are also great.
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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Everyone was so nice. Always asking if I needed or wanted anything. Lots of variety in the meals, which were delicious. If you didn't show up for meals, they immediately check on you. Lots of fun activities.
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.
Since 1945, we have been serving seniors. Stafford Suites Kent is a 63 apartment senior living community located in the heart of Kent (next door to the Kent Senior Center) located in a neighborhood and close to restaurants, shopping, movie theatre, library and Kent Station. We offer Full Service...
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I have a friend who has been in this care giving facility over six months. since My friend [name removed] started living in this facility, her condition has been improving from time to time and she ...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Celestial Living Adult family Home is located in the city of Kent in East Hill- Meridian neighborhood. Our home is a place where residents feel at home and build a relationship with the rest of the community. We strive to make the lives of our residents to be as enjoyable and fulfilling as...
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They have church every Sunday, a beautician, people that do nails, games, and a work out type regimen for them to do sitting down. They have barbeques and are willing to take them out if they wish to go to...
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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.
Chehalis West Assisted Living, located in scenic Chehalis, Washington, is an assisted living facility featuring individual apartments for residents. We currently offer assisted living in studio alcove apartments, two other types of studio apartments and two one-bedroom model apartments. Chehalis...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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 Our Adult Family Home is located in the quiet community of Maple Valley Washington. Blue Horizon is an AFH to build memories where you can truly be yourself. Our home provides a feeling of goodness, comfort, stability, and growth. We are RN owned and operated with 11 years of hospital...
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The staff members at Sharon Care Center get 10 stars and the care services are just about as good as you can get. We would recommend this community to other families who are searching for a place for their...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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Cooks Hill Manor is a very quiet and clean community. The staff is very caring and seems to genuinely care about the residents. No body is ever in a bad mood and it is a little creepy that everyone is so...
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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.
Cooks Hill Manor is known for its small-town, country feel and great customer service. Because we are a relatively small community, we get to know our residents well, and they become like family to us. We take pride in the care and service we provide to our residents and their families, and are...
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It was a rocky and lonely road attempting to find the perfect home for my mom of 90 years. She has advanced Alzheimer’s and doesn’t walk. I could not take care of her any longer, juggling full-time work,...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Experience compassionate care in a home-like setting at Hallelujah Adult Family Home. Our staff members have been working in senior care for over 20 years. Our goal is for your loved one to see our place as their new home away from home. We put special emphasis on re-creating a home-like...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Overflowing Love AFH LLC provides a high quality service in compassionate health care and be healthier longer while having the care they deserve. We understand the importance of finding a place full of love and compassion. Overflowing Love AFH LLC a home away from home.
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My mom was previously a resident at Peace and Pleasant Care and everything was great for her there. It was a very nice place. It was expensive, but mom was on hospice so they had to charge a lot because mom...
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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Hello, I am writing as a daughter of a resident at Judson Park for the last three years. I have yet to have any concerns regarding the care that is provided at this wonderful community. What has prompted me...
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.
It’s not just the million-dollar views of Puget Sound that have set us apart from other area senior living communities. Since the early 1960s, Judson Park has earned a reputation for quality, stability and leadership in Des Moines and the greater Seattle area. We meet the highest standards in...
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It was great! My mom loved it.
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.
This is under new ownership and is now owned and operated by a Registered Nurse with a wide experience in geriatric's population in a long term care facility.
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I've always talked up Artesian Place and recommended it. It's a terrific place. One of the biggest reasons why I chose it was because it was clean, and it didn't smell like some of these types of places...
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.
Artesian Place is a beautiful 3-story building in the quiet and conveniently located medical district of west side Olympia and the Black Lake area. The building with beautiful finishes and various resident spaces features 60 apartments, 48 large studio and 12 1-bedroom apartments divided amongst...
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Since moving my mother here she is more engaged and is eating better. The staff have been very helpful, friendly and welcoming . They are patient and considerate as well. The grounds and buildings are...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Every Wesley Homes property offers a variety of home options. Townhomes, cottages, residential apartments, and housing with supportive services or full-time nursing care are available - depending on your preference or need.
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The community is clean and safe. Most of the care givers and staff are very friendly and are watchful of your loved one. We visited Mom all most every day. She was there 4 months.
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Our Approach to Memory CareAt Fieldstone Memory Care, we are committed to enriching the lives of our residents and their families by providing engaging, compassionate care focused on residents with Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia. Our team is made up of exceptional people who are...
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I spent 6 months living at Fieldstone Cooper Point in Olympia. I was comfortable and enjoyed the caregivers and staff. My reason for leaving was to move closer to my family. The Assisted living community I...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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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The owner of this home truly cares about the residents well being. She and her staff provide great care to all the residents. The staff are friendly helpful. Whenever I visit everyone is well groomed and the...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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 National, WA

The average cost of senior living in National is $4,818 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Eatonville, WA with an average of $4,511 per month.

Assisted living costs in National, WA, vs. nearby cities

National, WA
$4,818/mo

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

National, WA
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U.S. national average
$4,565/mo

Assisted living costs in National, WA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
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Assisted living costs in National, WA, by floor plan type

Studio
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1 Bedroom
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2 Bedroom
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Senior living costs in National 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: National, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
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Assisted Living$4,818/mo$5,205/mo$4,565/mo
Memory Care$4,890/mo$5,280/mo$4,803/mo
Independent Living$3,470/mo$4,215/mo$4,024/mo
Assisted Living
National, WA:$4,818/mo
Washington:$5,205/mo
U.S.:$4,565/mo
Memory Care
National, WA:$4,890/mo
Washington:$5,280/mo
U.S.:$4,803/mo
Independent Living
National, WA:$3,470/mo
Washington:$4,215/mo
U.S.:$4,024/mo
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Assisted living costs in National, WA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in National 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 National, WA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in National 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
National, WA$5,773/mo$5,434/mo+6.2%
Washington$5,862/mo$5,489/mo+6.8%
National$5,379/mo$5,132/mo+4.8%
National, WA
2024 average cost:$5,773/mo
2023 average cost:$5,434/mo
Percent change:+6.2%
Washington
2024 average cost:$5,862/mo
2023 average cost:$5,489/mo
Percent change:+6.8%
National
2024 average cost:$5,379/mo
2023 average cost:$5,132/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in National, 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 National.

What families are saying about assisted living in National

Recent reviews for assisted living in National

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.

Stafford Suites Kent

5.0
This is our second living experience at Staff Suites. Our mom and dad were here in 2014 when he fell ill. He was taken very good care of until he left us. Our mom lived on her own for a while, then later decided she needed a little more help and Stafford was the first place she thought of when ...
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Easthill Gardens AFH in Kent, WA

5.0
It felt more like home and the staff was warm and inviting. My dad's uneeke life style just fit. I was very pleased.

National review score based on 656 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 656 reviews of 385 National assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The National 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

National review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
National, WA385 facilities
7.8
Eatonville, WA37 facilities
7.6
Clear Lake, WA30 facilities

Review subcategories for National 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 656 reviews of 385 National assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare National 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.
National, WA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.7
3.8
Friendliness
3.8
3.9
Care services
3.4
3.5
Staff
3.6
3.7
Meals & dining
3.3
3.4
Activities
3.3
3.4
Value for cost*
3.4
3.5
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*Learn more about cost details

National assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in National assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in National, 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 National 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 National that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
National, WANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
77.4%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
48.8%
34%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
70.1%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.7%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
76.4%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
17.9%
30.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
88.1%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
61.6%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
77.4%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in National 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 National Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
National, WANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
81.6%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
26.8%
32.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
61.6%
42%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
22.9%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in National 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 National partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
National, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.4%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41.8%
40.5%
No sugar
No sugar
38.4%
37.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
71.2%
35.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
24.2%
13.3%
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Availability of select dining options in National 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 National communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
National, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
17.1%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
24.9%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
33%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25.5%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in National 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 National offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
National, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
29.1%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
13.8%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20.8%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51.2%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.3%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63.1%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
22.1%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
24.7%
34.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22.3%
37.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
34%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
29.9%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
23.1%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.7%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30.6%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in National

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 National protect seniors.
Learn about Washington assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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