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My dad likes his apartment at Winslow Manor, owned and managed by Bainbridge Senior Living. It is conveniently located to downtown Bainbridge Island, so he can walk to shopping, dining, cultural events, the...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Winslow Manor, in the heart of Winslow, offers independent senior living in a modern, low-rise apartment complex on Bainbridge Island with year-round views of beautiful Eagle Harbor. Every apartment features two bedrooms, one bathroom, a spacious kitchen and a convenient in-unit laundry room....
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My parents never wanted to leave their own home, but it became increasingly obvious that they weren't able to take care of themselves after my father had a stroke. I toured Madison House and liked what 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.
It's like you just settled into a small and gracious hotel. Comfortable and richly appointed, the Madison Avenue House provides an environment of compassionate care in a most welcoming setting. With light and spacious apartments featuring kitchens and exterior balconies, the Madison Avenue House...
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The building was absolutely lovely. The staff and management were all very friendly. The activities were fun and well organized. Food service was sketchy. Twice we had to wait 45 minutes for the food. And...
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.
A Victorian design complete with a lovely wraparound veranda and clock tower that overlooks Rodgers Park. Vintage charm continues when you step inside the door, from the grand winding staircase to The Boardwalk - complete with the Lotus Flower Yoga Studio, Grand Palace Theater, salt water pool,...
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The experience has been very welcoming. The activities are varied. They have an ambassador program to welcome new residents. The suites are spacious with great natural light. There are lots of patios for...
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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.
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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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This is an especially attractive facility if a person needs Medicaid, or will need Medicaid in the future Great location close to shopping and we found it helpful to be able to go walk down to the lake on...
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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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.
Harbor Tower Village, adjacent to the historic Neil Tower Landmark in Oak Harbor, truly allows you to relax and enjoy retirement amidst a thoughtful, caring community only minutes from nearby shopping, medical facilities and churches. By using a simple yet comprehensive fee schedule, our...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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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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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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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.
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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.
Discovery View Retirement Apartments are located in Port Townsend, Washington. They offer you or your loved one social and entertainment activities located onsite and nearby. Choose from one and two bedroom apartment homes that are designed for your enjoyment and comfort. Assisted living...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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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: Senior Apartments
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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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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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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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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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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.
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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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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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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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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.
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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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Provides: Senior Apartments
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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.

Cost of independent living in Whidbey Island Station, WA

The average cost of senior living in Whidbey Island Station is $4,167 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sequim, WA with an average of $3,303 per month.

Independent living costs in Whidbey Island Station, WA, vs. nearby cities

Whidbey Island Station, WA
$4,167/mo

Independent living costs in Whidbey Island Station, WA, vs. state and national averages

Whidbey Island Station, WA
$4,167/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Whidbey Island Station, WA, vs. other senior living options

$5,100/mo
Independent Living
$4,167/mo

Independent living costs in Whidbey Island Station, WA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,307/mo
Studio
$4,710/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,243/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,475/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$7,137/mo

Senior living costs in Whidbey Island Station 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: Whidbey Island Station, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWhidbey Island Station, WAWashingtonU.S.
Independent Living$4,167/mo$4,205/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$5,252/mo$5,199/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$5,100/mo$5,265/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Whidbey Island Station, WA:$4,167/mo
Washington:$4,205/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Whidbey Island Station, WA:$5,252/mo
Washington:$5,199/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Whidbey Island Station, WA:$5,100/mo
Washington:$5,265/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Whidbey Island Station, WA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Whidbey Island Station 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 Whidbey Island Station, WA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Whidbey Island Station 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
Whidbey Island Station, WA$4,238/mo$3,964/mo+6.9%
Washington$3,640/mo$3,446/mo+5.6%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Whidbey Island Station, WA
2024 average cost:$4,238/mo
2023 average cost:$3,964/mo
Percent change:+6.9%
Washington
2024 average cost:$3,640/mo
2023 average cost:$3,446/mo
Percent change:+5.6%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Whidbey Island Station

Recent reviews for independent living in Whidbey Island Station

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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The Vintage at Mount Vernon

5.0
I've had a great experience here so far, I'd recommend this place highly! You get quite a lot for what you pay here, they are "apartment homes" so each unit has a small fully equipped kitchen, and a washer and dryer. The complex also has a gym, billiard room, and a great room for ...
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Cap Sante Court Community in Anacortes, WA

4.9
My family member will have been there two years in August, and it is perfect for his needs. He has a studio right by the dining room and is very comfortable there. He has an exercise routine and plays games every day with fellow residents.

Whidbey Island Station independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Whidbey Island Station independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Whidbey Island Station, 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 Whidbey Island Station 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 Whidbey Island Station partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Whidbey Island Station, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25.8%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
54.5%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
58.4%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.7%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Whidbey Island Station 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 Whidbey Island Station communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Whidbey Island Station, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50.6%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
54.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
54.5%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25.3%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Whidbey Island Station 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 Whidbey Island Station offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Whidbey Island Station, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
60.1%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
36.5%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
43.8%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
59%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.9%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
72.5%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
54.5%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
55.1%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.9%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
60.7%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
36%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
45.5%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
61.2%
47%
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Cogir of Edmonds, Vintage at Mill Creek and Avista Ferndale are the top-rated independent living facilities near Whidbey Island Station, Washington. See full list of communities.
There are 330 independent living facilities near Whidbey Island Station, Washington. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Whidbey Island Station, Washington are Cogir of Edmonds and Cogir of Mill Creek. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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