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Photo of The Lodge at Mallard's Landing
1111 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
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I have lived here for 7 weeks and am very happy with The Lodge at Mallard's Landing. The staff is kinda and attentive, the food is delicious and they have many fun activities. Other residents are welcoming...
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.
Come enjoy the good life at The Lodge at Mallard's Landing!Our senior living lifestyle offerings provide you with the level of care you may need to live the life you love. Nestled in the greenery of the Pacific Northwest, our customized on-site services and impressive amenities truly set The...
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44 Floor plans available
8.7
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They have a great staff and it's a smaller facility. I would definitely recommend them to others who are searching for care for their loved one.
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.
Hearthside Manor is a memory care community that offers 34 private bedrooms, secure non-challenging environment, licensed nurses on staff, dementia trained caregivers, 3 nutritious meals served daily, snacks available 24 hours, daily activities and entertainers, individualized service plans,...
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8.7
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I am a long time friend and the guardian for [name removed], whose home was at Memory Care at Park Vista Port Orchard, WA his last few months. Previous AL and memory care facilities either struggled to meet...
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.
Looking for an exceptional senior living community?Well, you’ve found it. When you combine an exceptional lifestyle, ready-made friends and outstanding service, the result is what we callRetirement Perfected™Welcome to Bonaventure Retirement and Assisted Living. Life is good here in our...
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Photo of Brookdale Federal Way
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I would give them all a five we are very happy with everything my mother in law doesn't partake in the activities so I really can't speak for that. The apartment size is bigger than we thought lots of closet...
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.
Putting More Life Into Assisted LivingWe think your senior living should have more life in it. Our residents take advantage of assisted living services located in scenic Federal Way, Washington. Our campus is in a lovely, quiet neighborhood just off Pacific Highway South in downtown Federal Way....
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Photo of Brookdale Olympia East
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We feel pretty lucky to have found a good match for mom. She is settling in and thriving... Staff greets me by name and have a pulse of what's going on with my mom. There are a lot of activities and they...
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.
You worked hard, raised a family and earned a rewarding retirement. You spent decades taking care of others. Now, it’s your turn. You deserve a  lifestyle upgrade awaiting you at our community, where you can do more than live longer — you can live better. Our community offers independent...
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Photo of Mirror Lake Village Senior Living Community
1111 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
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Meals and dining - Memory care 2, assisted living 4 Activities - Memory care 3, assisted living 4 We have a bit of a different perspective maybe. My dad has alzheimer's and he originally went into memory...
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.
Mirror Lake Village Senior Living Community is a brand new retirement, assisted living and memory care community located in beautiful Federal Way, Washington. Featuring a distinguished Memory Care program consisting of 45 apartments, Mirror Lake Village Senior Living Community also includes 30...
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Photo of Village Green Senior Living Federal Way
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Disappointed food choices are not more healthy and palatable. Employees are helpful, supportive and friendly. Residents are supportive and friendly. Ground floor one bedroom apartment with patio with room...
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.
Village Green Retirement Campus is a Northwest premier residential community for seniors, offering independent and assisted living. It is owned and operated by the Powell Family of Federal Way. Their focus is a true homelike atmosphere filled with family, friends, neighbors and people that...
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The staff are great & responsive when there's an issue. They're great in activities, food & interacting with mom. Weekly cleaning is great, and the tiers of support are working, as life changes..overall its...
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.
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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The staff treated her well. They talked to her. She interacted with other residents in the cafeteria. The staff was caring and responsive
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.
Prestige Senior Living Rosemont (AR) Yelm, WA Prestige Senior Living Rosemont offers senior independent and assisted living in the small town of Yelm, WA. Yelm retains its small town charm yet is within a reasonable commute distance of both Olympia and Tacoma for medical appointments or...
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Photo of Liberty Place
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8.5
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5 on all. The place is amazing and so are the folks that help him. He really loves the food! The price is great and the staff is amazing. I would recommend Liberty Place to anyone looking for a place. I...
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.
At Liberty Place, we provide thoughtful attention while giving residents the daily assistance they need. We are located in a quiet residential neighborhood near Sinclair Inlet in Port Orchard, Washington. We provides luxurious senior living in a small close knit community that is surrounded by...
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Photo of Soundview Elder Care
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8.5
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I have recently placed my mother at Soundview Elder Care and we have both been pleased with the excellent care she has been given. The caregiver and the owners have been very attentive to my mother’s needs....
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.
Sound View is comfortable nested on Ventana cliff, in the city's exclusive Puget Sound area. The charm of the house blend with the perfect location, to create a unique, delightful and friendly feeling of being at home, as soon as you step in. We believe that our knowledge, respect and compassion...
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Photo of Wellspring Centralia
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My wife was a resident here for 13 months, and the care she received throughout that time was outstanding. The staff consistently demonstrated professionalism, compassion, and genuine concern for both...
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.
Welcome to our newly remodeled 20 bed facility. This facility is under new owners and management. Management and staff are highly trained in dementia care as well as elder care. The staff here have years of experience and have worked together for years. The rooms at the facility do not have...
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Photo of Prestige Senior Living Auburn Meadows
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The staff is excellent, the activities are plentiful and the is food excellent. The apartments are Different sizes, one would have to see them. I would recommend it to others who are currently searching for...
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.
Prestige Senior Living Auburn Meadows (AZ) Auburn, WA Prestige Senior Living Auburn Meadows is a highly rated community in Auburn WA which offers both assisted living and memory care. Auburn is ideally situated for those wishing to enjoy the beauty of the Cascade foothills, views of Mt. Rainier...
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Very happy with our choice! Welcoming, nurturing. Attentive and high quality for the price. You get your moneys worth!!!
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.
Hello and welcome lovely Families, Our beautiful and cozy home is located in Kent, WA with experienced, caring and compassionate staff. it's also very close to Covington and lake meridian. we have a very safe, quiet and senior friendly neighborhood. And it's also very close to Hospitals. We...
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Photo of Aegis on Madison
2020 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.5
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Excellent customer service especially communication. The staff is exceptionally nice and accommodating. I would recommend to others.
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.
Our Aegis on Madison property includes some unique features that rival some of the nicest hotels and condominiums in Seattle. Every feature has been carefully designed with the safety and joy of our residents in mind. This is your home, but you may feel like every day you are on vacation. On Top...
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Photo of Kate and Scot LLC
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My brother-in-law, [name removed], was bed-ridden for 4 years. We were discussing moving him, but after [name removed] and [name removed] took over as the new owners in 6/2023, he was no longer interested....
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.
Kate and Scot LLC is located in Renton, Washington. This quiet, small hamlet is just a one-hour drive to Seattle, giving it the benefit of proximity to the city and numerous outdoor activities. Visitors are sure to find something exciting to do, as Seattle has a plethora of famous sights and...
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I cheated a little and ranked a couple even higher because they are exceptional. The friendliness is a 6+ and the meals and dining is a 10! What I like the most about the community is the friendliness, food,...
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.
Welcome to Ida Culver House Broadview, an Era Living community. Ida Culver House offers a warm, vibrant lifestyle, a vast array of amenities, rich programming, and exceptional Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Secured Memory Care.Located in the Seattle neighborhood of Greenwood, Ida Culver...
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Photo of Regency Newcastle
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The staff were friendly and attentive. The facility was clean too. I would recommend them to others who are searching for senior living for a loved one.
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.
Find the vibrant home and compassionate care you have been searching for at Regency Newcastle. Our beautiful senior community in Newcastle, Washington, offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Respite Care, emphasizing individualized care that enables residents to live as independently as...
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Photo of Woodland Retirement and Assisted Living Community
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This facility is better than I could have hoped for! My brother's studio assisted living apartment is perfect for him. The staff has been exemplary as of this date. I know no place is perfect, but my...
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.
Bonaventure of Woodland is a luxury senior living community in Lacey, WA, offering personalized independent living, assisted living, and memory care programs. It’s our goal to help each of our guests experience retirement perfected, which is why we’ve carefully built communities to help you feel...
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He is happy, and they treat him with respect. They contact me with any problems or concerns. Yes, we would recommend Garden Courte Memory Care community to other families.
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.
Finding senior care that embraces independent living while respecting the person can be a difficult task. Our loved ones have unique personalities which mandate that different needs be met. The right home will help our loved ones to remain as independent as possible while still meeting their...
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My Mom [removed name] is a resident there. Although she is new to Avista, she already feels safe and cared for. The staff are so sweet to her. I live in ID so it is comforting to know she is well taken...
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.
At Avista Sumner, our caring and devoted staff work to make each resident feel like family. We are located in beautiful Sumner, Washington, just a short light rail ride south of Seattle. We are very close to downtown Sumner and about four miles west of Lake Tapps.Sumner is a wonderful place to...
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All staff is wonderful! Some unexpectedly money is charged. Some fees are ridiculous. Don't use house doctor! Food is great! Lots of things to do. Unfortunately will only transport residents 5 miles on...
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.
When you visit Madrona Park in the heart of Federal Way, you'll notice something unexpected the minute you walk through the doors. You can see, hear, and feel the energy and vibrancy of our community. The lobby is bustling, people are laughing, and friends are chatting. Some are planning outings...
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When I visit my parents here, the residents are all very happy and the staff is friendly. I have joined in on some of the activities, which are great. I do wish they had more activities on the weekends.
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’re asked to wear a lot of hats in life like loving husband, model employee, and supportive parent, but one of the most challenging roles to fill is caregiver. Caregivers are often forced to walk fine lines, lines like being available to keep an eye on their dad in case he takes another fall,...
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Our overall experience with Aegis Living Newcastle has been very positive. Finding the right assisted living community for my mom was an important decision, and we have been very happy with the care and...
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.
Aegis Gardens is a distinctive assisted living community designed to celebrate Asian culture daily, through cuisine, decor, activities, family events, and music, focused on a strong sense of tradition. Our bilingual care staff and nurses provide exceptional care for our residents, including those...
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Absolutely everyone there is so kind and helpful and caring. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would without hesitation recommend this community to other families.
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.
Memory Care at its FinestIt’s time to get some help on the senior journey. Fortunately, you’ve found one of the premier memory care communities in the Harbor Bay area.We are a warm and welcoming memory care community located in Gig Harbor, Washington. Our community features a valued location with...
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Cost of assisted living in Shelton, WA

The average cost of senior living in Shelton is $5,605 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include McCleary, WA with an average of $5,418 per month.

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

Shelton, WA
$5,605/mo
U.S. national average
$5,909/mo

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

Assisted Living
$5,605/mo
$7,147/mo

Assisted living costs in Shelton, WA, by floor plan type

Studio
$4,389/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,544/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,927/mo

Senior living costs in Shelton 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: Shelton, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typeShelton, WAWashingtonU.S.
Assisted Living$5,605/mo$6,529/mo$5,909/mo
Memory Care$7,147/mo$8,261/mo$7,121/mo
Independent Living$4,224/mo$4,100/mo$3,532/mo
Assisted Living
Shelton, WA:$5,605/mo
Washington:$6,529/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Memory Care
Shelton, WA:$7,147/mo
Washington:$8,261/mo
U.S.:$7,121/mo
Independent Living
Shelton, WA:$4,224/mo
Washington:$4,100/mo
U.S.:$3,532/mo
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Assisted living costs in Shelton, WA, over time

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

Shelton, WAWA stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Shelton, WA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Shelton 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 average 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
Shelton, WA$6,054/mo$5,814/mo+4.1%
Washington$4,731/mo$4,658/mo+1.6%
National$4,637/mo$4,555/mo+1.8%
Shelton, WA
2024 average cost:$6,054/mo
2023 average cost:$5,814/mo
Percent change:+4.1%
Washington
2024 average cost:$4,731/mo
2023 average cost:$4,658/mo
Percent change:+1.6%
National
2024 average cost:$4,637/mo
2023 average cost:$4,555/mo
Percent change:+1.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Shelton, 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 Shelton.

What families are saying about assisted living in Shelton

Recent reviews for assisted living in Shelton

Aegis of Greenwood in Seattle, WA

5.0
The staff in the memory care unit was as caring as any staff could be,. They took my dad on trips as long as he was able. But don't think that you can leave all the care of your loved one up to any staff. Visit your loved one often. Also all memory care places are more than willing to let you ...
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Ashley Gardens of Bremerton

4.2
Ashley Garden of Bremerton is going okay. My son has adjusted pretty well. I don't understand why he has to pay $25 a month for rubber gloves. It seems like a family plan because it's a smaller facility. Some staff are friendlier than others. I think the care is good. I took in a case of pop ...
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Village Green Senior Living Federal Way

4.9
While we were going on vacation, we needed respite care for our 92 year-old father who still lived in his own home. Village Green offered assisted living in a fully furnished room for 7 to 30 days, which was perfect for our needs. All of the staff was wonderful. Unfortunately, it was discovered ...
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Shelton review score based on 34 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 34 reviews of 1 Shelton assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Shelton 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

Shelton review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
Shelton, WA1 facilities
8.4
Bremerton, WA18 facilities
8.6
Olympia, WA24 facilities

Shelton assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shelton assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shelton, 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 Shelton 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 Shelton that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Shelton, WANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
63.3%
45.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
27.9%
29.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.9%
91.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
94.8%
93.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
63.7%
49.5%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
31.3%
26.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.2%
91.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
61%
41.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
63.9%
46%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Shelton 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 Shelton Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shelton, WANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
59.4%
44.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
36.2%
28.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
36.9%
35.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.6%
12%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shelton 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 Shelton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shelton, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
29.4%
24%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
57.2%
35.9%
No sugar
No sugar
52.8%
32.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50.8%
32%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
28.1%
16.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Shelton 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 Shelton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shelton, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
42.1%
27.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
56.1%
37.1%
Room service
Room service
54.5%
32.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
32.9%
15.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shelton 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 Shelton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shelton, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
59%
40.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.8%
27.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
47.5%
26.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60.5%
43.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
59.9%
43.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
64%
45.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
54.9%
36.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
52.9%
31.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
54.4%
33.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
59.2%
40.9%
Live performances
Live performances
58.7%
41%
Dances
Dances
46.6%
26.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.7%
21.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.8%
40.2%
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State regulations for assisted living in Shelton

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Alpine Way Continuing Care Community, Angels' Arms LLC and Merrill Gardens at Wright Park are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Shelton, Washington. See full list of communities.
There are 553 assisted living facilities near Shelton, Washington. See the full list.
Test shortCodes: 1. percentPetFriendly: 56% MAX(Cats allowed %, Dogs allowed %) from Databricks market_amenities. 2. percentDogsAllowed: 56% 3. percentCatsAllowed: 56% 4. percentMCStaffTraining: 36% – offer transportation for a fee. 5. percentTransportationComp: 56% – offer complimentary transportation. 6. percentRespite: 61% 7. percentDevotionalOnSite: 60% 8. LanguagesList: Spanish, Filipino, Japanese, Russian, American Sign Language, Chinese, French, German, Vietnamese, Ukrainian, Mandarin, Farsi, Korean, Romanian, Arabic, Norwegian, Italian, Portuguese, Croatian, Hungarian, Dutch, Polish, and Armenian 9. top3PetFriendlyWithLinks: Alpine Way Continuing Care Community, Merrill Gardens at Wright Park, and Farrington Court 10. Top3MultilingualWithLinks: Alpine Way Continuing Care Community, Farrington Court, and Truewood By Merrill, First Hill 11. top3TransportWithLinks: Alpine Way Continuing Care Community, Angels' Arms LLC, and Merrill Gardens at Wright Park 12. top3DevotionalWithLinks: Alpine Way Continuing Care Community, Angels' Arms LLC, and Fieldstone Memory Care Puyallup
The best assisted living facilities near you in Shelton, Washington are Merrill Gardens at Wright Park, Fieldstone Memory Care Puyallup and Farrington Court. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
Test shortCodes: 1. percentPetFriendly: 56% MAX(Cats allowed %, Dogs allowed %) from Databricks market_amenities. 2. percentDogsAllowed: 56% 3. percentCatsAllowed: 56% 4. percentMCStaffTraining: 36% – offer transportation for a fee. 5. percentTransportationComp: 56% – offer complimentary transportation. 6. percentRespite: 61% 7. percentDevotionalOnSite: 60% 8. LanguagesList: Spanish, Filipino, Japanese, Russian, American Sign Language, Chinese, French, German, Vietnamese, Ukrainian, Mandarin, Farsi, Korean, Romanian, Arabic, Norwegian, Italian, Portuguese, Croatian, Hungarian, Dutch, Polish, and Armenian 9. top3PetFriendlyWithLinks: Alpine Way Continuing Care Community, Merrill Gardens at Wright Park, and Farrington Court 10. Top3MultilingualWithLinks: Alpine Way Continuing Care Community, Farrington Court, and Truewood By Merrill, First Hill 11. top3TransportWithLinks: Alpine Way Continuing Care Community, Angels' Arms LLC, and Merrill Gardens at Wright Park 12. top3DevotionalWithLinks: Alpine Way Continuing Care Community, Angels' Arms LLC, and Fieldstone Memory Care Puyallup
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