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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Skyway, WA

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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
Comfort and care has an address – and it’s The Terraces at Skyline.It’s nice to know there’s a special place that offers exceptional care for every stage of life. Open since 2009, Skyline is a not-for-profit community nestled in the heart of the city. As Seattle’s only true Life Care community...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Nestled in the heart of Pike Place Market is a treasure just waiting to be discovered — Heritage House at the Market. With panoramic views of Elliot Bay and the Olympic Mountains, Heritage House offers private apartments in a rich urban environment. Staffed 24 hours a day, Heritage House brings...
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WELCOME TO PARK SHORE. A lakefront tower in Seattle's picturesque Madison Park neighborhood, Park Shore is an active, welcoming community with panoramic views of Lake Washington. We offer a full range of services to foster independent and healthy living. Unparalleled retirement living. After...

Cost of independent living in Skyway, WA

The average cost of senior living in Skyway is $4,120 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Auburn, WA with an average of $4,068 per month.

Independent living costs in Skyway, WA, vs. nearby cities

Skyway, WA
$4,120/mo
$4,161/mo

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

Skyway, WA
$4,120/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Skyway, WA, vs. other senior living options

$5,170/mo
Independent Living
$4,120/mo

Independent living costs in Skyway, WA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,046/mo
Studio
$4,521/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,151/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,789/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,288/mo

Senior living costs in Skyway 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: Skyway, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSkyway, WAWashingtonU.S.
Independent Living$4,120/mo$4,205/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$5,172/mo$5,199/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$5,170/mo$5,265/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Skyway, WA:$4,120/mo
Washington:$4,205/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Skyway, WA:$5,172/mo
Washington:$5,199/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Skyway, WA:$5,170/mo
Washington:$5,265/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Skyway, WA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Skyway 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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Independent living cost trends in Skyway, WA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Skyway 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
Skyway, WA$3,470/mo$3,435/mo+1.0%
Washington$3,640/mo$3,446/mo+5.6%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Skyway, WA
2024 average cost:$3,470/mo
2023 average cost:$3,435/mo
Percent change:+1.0%
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2024 average cost:$3,640/mo
2023 average cost:$3,446/mo
Percent change:+5.6%
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2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Skyway

Recent reviews for independent living in Skyway

Brookdale Foundation House in Federal Way, WA

5.0
The staff is very friendly and helpful at Brookdale Foundation House. The dining staff really spoil you. The maintenance staff is prompt about needs and even brings your packages to your apartment from the front desk. The apartments are spacious with lots of storage. Families are notified of ...
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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.

Skyway independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Skyway independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Skyway, 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 Skyway 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 Skyway partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50.6%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
46%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50.6%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.5%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Skyway 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 Skyway communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Skyway, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50.6%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
52.9%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
47.1%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
35.6%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Skyway 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 Skyway offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
56.3%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
39.1%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
46%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.9%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
55.2%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
74.7%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50.6%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50.6%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
54%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
55.2%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
55.2%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
43.7%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
46%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
54%
47%
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The Lakeshore, Brookdale West Seattle and Cogir of Kent are the top-rated independent living facilities near Skyway, Washington. See full list of communities.
There are 102 independent living facilities near Skyway, Washington. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Skyway, Washington are Brookdale West Seattle, Cogir of Edmonds and Merrill Gardens at Wright Park. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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