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Photo of Regency Newcastle
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8.5
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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 Aegis Living Issaquah
99 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
8.5
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It's really well run and safe. The food is nutritious. Residents are kept busy with activities like arts and crafts, bingo, bus trips and lots of live music performances. It is also all on one level. Not...
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 Aegis Living IssaquahOur scenic community sits on 10 acres of landscape forest, and is unique for its serenity and wildlife filled surroundings. We are a one level community without the hassle of different floors or use of elevators. Aegis of Issaquah has a different structure than...
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Like most is friendliness and approachability of staff, excellent activities, great assessment by clinical staff. Front desk staff do such a great job of welcoming everyone and keeping track of many details....
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.
Located across stunning Lake Washington on the Eastside, our new community will be minutesfrom downtown Bellevue restaurants and shopping, easy access to Highway 520, a short drive tothe Microsoft campus, and only a half-mile from Overlake Medical Center and Clinics.Inspired by the lush nature...
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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 Liberty Place
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8.5
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42 reviews
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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
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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 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 Merrill Gardens at Auburn
1616 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
8.4
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Merrill gardens was very nice. It was all [name removed] desire to leave. Staff were very accommodating with our particularly difficult and unique situation.
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 offer senior living in the heart of charming downtown Auburn, near the transit center and city hall. Enjoy living in the middle of downtown Auburn, close to a variety of stores, multiple restaurants, entertainment options and the Sounder train station.The community offers spacious private...
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Photo of Gencare Lifestyle  of Federal Way
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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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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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Photo of Aegis Gardens Newcastle
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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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Photo of Bonaventure of Maple Valley
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They are trying. There are staffing challenges and they have little to no help from corporate. They went through like 4 executive chefs in as many months. Things are much better now in the kitchen. They...
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.
If you are looking for a luxury retirement, you’ve found it at Bonaventure of Maple Valley. We’re here for you, no matter if you need independent living or memory care.At Bonaventure of Maple Valley, we focus on community, care, and comfort for our residents. To that end, we are pleased to be...
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Photo of Bonaventure of Lacey Senior Living
1818 Photos available
1414 Floor plans available
8.0
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73 reviews
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They have a larger room with a separate bedroom from the living area which allows [Name Removed] to sleep while[Name Removed] watches TV. It is a nice comfortable size for them. The staff always appear to be...
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, Assisted Living & Memory Care Community Life is...
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Photo of The Lodge at Eagle Ridge
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Seems like there's been some front desk turn-over, not sure why. The food is ok, but on my tour it was described as "farm-to-table" and it is more like almost average diner food. The hallways, particulary...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Lodge at Eagle Ridge is an assisted living community located just outside of Seattle in Renton, Washington. This residential district is conveniently only about 10 miles from the Seattle Tacoma International Airport, making it incredibly easy for family to visit from anywhere in the world....
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Overall has been great. Cleanliness is great. Friendliness is like a 3.5 for front desk, but the other staff are delightful. Quality of care is awesome--they have been right there when mom needed help even...
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.
Welcome to The Lakeshore, an Era Living community. The Lakeshore offers a warm, vibrant lifestyle, a vast array of amenities, rich programming, and exceptional Independent Living and Assisted Living care. The Lakeshore is located on the southern shore of Lake Washington with beautiful panoramic...
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Photo of DeTray's Colonial Inn Retirement Apartments
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From the beginning to arrival they were great. The are compassionate, caring and involved, the thoughtful organization, the quality of the building, the maintenance and the quality of the food and activities...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Active and independent seniors have trusted DeTray's Colonial Inn Retirement Apartments to provide peaceful and secure independent living accommodations since 1998.We work hard every day to make sure our residents have every opportunity to live as they wish.We provide valuable services,...
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Photo of The Sequoia Assisted Living
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The building is very well kept and inviting and the staff is friendly. My Mom got one of the mid sized rooms and it was a perfect size for her.
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.
Comfortable living arrangements and commitment to service make The Sequoia an attractive community within itself. Residents enjoy living in private apartments—furnished and decorated with their favorite things. Each apartment is designed for safe, comfortable living, with cable TV, a...
Photo of Bellewood
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I spent a lot of time with my parents in senior facilities. Bellewood where my husband and I now live has some of the friendliest people and staff. Really made us feel welcome. Lots of activities and new...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Bellewood has been proudly serving Seniors in the Issaquah/Sammamish communities, focusing on hospitality, for over thirty years. The same local family and management teams have been in place since 1987. We focus on building relationships and providing residents and families with hope and...
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Photo of Patriots Glen Assisted Living and Memory Care
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Intake was a little disorganized regarding paper work, but overall all staff very friendly and helpful. The couple of times I was there during mealtime, food seemed ok. They did a good job keeping track of...
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.
Patriot's Glen, located in the Lake Hills neighborhood in south east Bellevue, is a comfortable, home-like community which offers creative and engaging life enrichment opportunities while providing exceptional care and support for each of our residents. Residents can choose from a variety of...
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My Mom’s situation was fairly unique. She had been dealing with failing health for a couple of years, but always bounced back after medical treatment. We were all unsure that she would recover from her...
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 Living is honored to be warmly welcomed into the Mercer Island community. Whether enjoying the breathtaking mountain and Lake Washington views or visiting Luther Burbank Park, the island is a wonderful place to call home. To seamlessly blend with our natural surroundings, our design was...
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Photo of Brookdale Admiral Heights
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5's all it's a fantastic place. [name removed] and [name removed] were unbelievably kind patient and knowledgeable. They are caring and calm. We were moving mom from an in home caregiver situation that just...
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.
Premium Senior Living in the Vibrant Heart of SeattleThere are a lot of senior living options in the Seattle area. But not many of them look like this. Not many of them feel like this either, as our residents enjoy a resort-style life, exploring creative pursuits, enjoying entertainment options...
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Great staff and very responsive to requests. They did a tenant survey and have been trying to address any issues. Overall a nice place.
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.
Blaze Your Own Retirement at The Bellettini Retirement Community. With so many choices in dining, health and wellness, travel, social, and philanthropic opportunities, you will make yourself dizzy as you discover all the ways you can enjoy life. Live simply or scale up services as you wish. Work...
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The Aegis care team is so loving and provides great care to my wonderful friend [name removed]! As much as she did not want to leave her home, this Queen Anne location worked perfectly for her and her family...
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.
This assisted living and memory care residence offers urban style living for seniors. Residents can walk to Kerry Park, with breathtaking city, mountain and Puget Sound views, and enjoy shopping, restaurants and the arts. Aegis of Queen Anne on Galer offers a choice of one bedroom or studio...
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Photo of Empress Senior Living at Laurelhurst
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For me, it has been a 4, I would say. The location is excellent for my transportation needs...no longer drive/have a car but the King County Metro bus service is superb...and I can get lots of reading 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.
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Photo of University House Wallingford
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Although Mom currently doesn't need any special care and is living independently so I can't really evaluate that. Mom occasionally says that the meal wasn't great, but overall pretty darned good. University...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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 University House Wallingford, an Era Living community. University House offers a warm, vibrant lifestyle, a vast array of amenities, rich programming, and exceptional Independent Living and Assisted Living care. University House is nestled in the heart of Wallingford, just steps from...
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Photo of Merrill Gardens at The University
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We have been extremely happy with Merrill Gardens. My parents toured several retirement communities and it became very apparent that MG was a special community. The staff is experienced and take great care...
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.
Merrill Gardens at The University provides desirable retirement living near the University of Washington. Take advantage of the University Village outdoor shopping center and tree-lined Burke-Gilman trail; both ideal for strolling and just steps from the front door. Enjoy being close to a...
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Photo of Merrill Gardens at Ballard
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Living here for almost 3 years, I find it supportive, accepting, and stimulating as needed. There are activities to chose from but also privacy when needed. The rood service is good. As a vegetarian I...
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 offer senior living in the heart of one of Seattle's most popular neighborhoods, close to the downtown core. Enjoy being part of the historic Ballard neighborhood close to shopping, dining and entertainment. This community is modern yet intimate with a ton of amenities including a theater,...
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Cost of independent living in Pierce County, WA

The average cost of senior living in Pierce County is $4,106 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Thurston County, WA with an average of $4,046 per month.

Independent living costs in Pierce County, WA, vs. nearby counties

Pierce County, WA
$4,106/mo

Independent living costs in Pierce County, WA, vs. state and national averages

Pierce County, WA
$4,106/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Pierce County, WA, vs. other senior living options

$7,793/mo
Independent Living
$4,106/mo

Independent living costs in Pierce County, WA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,499/mo
Studio
$3,410/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,278/mo

Senior living costs in Pierce County 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: Pierce County, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typePierce County, WAWashingtonU.S.
Independent Living$4,106/mo$4,089/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$5,856/mo$6,480/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,793/mo$8,229/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Pierce County, WA:$4,106/mo
Washington:$4,089/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Pierce County, WA:$5,856/mo
Washington:$6,480/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Pierce County, WA:$7,793/mo
Washington:$8,229/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Pierce County, WA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Pierce County 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.

Pierce County, WAWA stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Pierce County, WA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Pierce County 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
Pierce County, WA$3,776/mo$3,900/mo-3.2%
Washington$3,884/mo$3,765/mo+3.2%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Pierce County, WA
2024 average cost:$3,776/mo
2023 average cost:$3,900/mo
Percent change:-3.2%
Washington
2024 average cost:$3,884/mo
2023 average cost:$3,765/mo
Percent change:+3.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Pierce County

Recent reviews for independent living in Pierce County

Highlander Apartments in Seattle, WA

4.9
What we really saw that was positive is the staff, from the front end staff, to the director, who is excellent to work with. They have excellent communication. We get emails all the time with any updates. They're close by to medical facilities, so that's been a Godsend. The shuttle service ...
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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.

Sunset Gardens in Puyallup, WA

4.0
It's going pretty good. The accommodations are pretty good. There isn't any air conditioning, or wi-fi on the third floor. The people are very nice. The people who work here are very professional. We have barbecue cookouts twice a week. They made it easy to move in, I slid right in.

Pierce County independent living services and amenities

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

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Pierce County independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Pierce County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Pierce County, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
21.4%
18.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
47.3%
30.5%
No sugar
No sugar
48.7%
27.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
55.4%
29.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.5%
9.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Pierce County independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Pierce County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Pierce County, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
56.7%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
62.2%
38.3%
Room service
Room service
49.8%
32.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
43.6%
15.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Pierce County independent 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 independent living communities in Pierce County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Pierce County, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
60.3%
39.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.2%
25.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
43.6%
29.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60.8%
41.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.1%
43.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69.4%
47.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
59.7%
37.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
59.5%
34.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
57.4%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
65.9%
41.6%
Live performances
Live performances
63.1%
41.2%
Dances
Dances
53.3%
29.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
59%
35.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
63%
40.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Merrill Gardens at Wright Park, Cedar Ridge by Bonaventure and Holiday Peninsula are the top-rated independent living facilities near Pierce County, Washington. See full list of communities.
There are 321 independent living facilities near Pierce County, Washington. See the full list.
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The best independent living facilities near you in Pierce County, Washington are Merrill Gardens at Wright Park, Farrington Court and Cogir of Kent. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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