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10 Best Nursing Homes in Alger, WA

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Alger nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Alger, WA may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Alger, WA

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Photo of Where the Heart is
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8.9
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56 reviews
8.9
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56 reviews
5 star
65%
4 star
20%
3 star
2%
2 star
2%
1 star
11%
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So thankful to find a place for my husband who has advanced dementia. They take good care of him and I know he is safe. They provide good food and activities that he can participate in if he wants to do so.
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.
Built in 2000, Where the Heart is Assisted Living and Memory Care is designed as a home like environment two-story building with 59 apartments. There are three separate assisted living neighborhoods each comprising of 15 apartments and one memory care neighborhood including 14 apartments all...
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Photo of Home Place Special Care at Burlington
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8.8
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16 reviews
8.8
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16 reviews
5 star
56%
4 star
44%
3 star
0%
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Feels like a home, caring staff, scheduled activities, close to family. I would recommend to others. The memory care home having a 1 yr spend down is fabulous for elders & families that weren't able to...
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.
HomePlace Special Care at Burlington was built in 1998 in the heart of Skagit County. With it's unique home-like setting, HomePlace provides compassionate and skilled Alzheimer's and Dementia care to not only the memory care residents, but also their families and the employees who work with them....
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8.5
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20 reviews
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55%
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3 star
10%
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5%
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My father was happy there. They cared about him but the other residents were really lovely and he loved being in their company. I would recommend to others. It's clean. Staff is kind and caring. He loved the...
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.
Not All Assisted Living Is Created EqualFor those looking for exceptional senior living in the Great Northwest, you need look no farther. Your future favorite senior living community provides assisted living for seniors in historic Bellingham, known for its vibrant art scene, historic waterfront...
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The staff is extremely friendly and accommodating. The only complaint I've heard is fixed meal times are a bit early for my in-laws.
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.
Welcome to Rosewood VillaRosewood Villa is beautifully situated between Fairhaven and Happy Valley in Bellingham, WA. Our community has enjoyed decades of serving seniors while providing support to cherished loved ones. We are committed to providing the very best care in and around Whatcom...
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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.
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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.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Cost of nursing homes in Alger, WA

The average cost of senior living in Alger is $5,233 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lynden, WA with an average of $4,799 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Alger, WA, vs. nearby cities

Alger, WA
$5,233/mo

Nursing homes costs in Alger, WA, vs. state and national averages

Alger, WA
$5,233/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

Nursing homes costs in Alger, WA, vs. other senior living options

$5,233/mo
Nursing Homes
$5,233/mo

Nursing homes costs in Alger, WA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,913/mo
Studio
$7,587/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,155/mo

Senior living costs in Alger vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Alger, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typeAlger, WAWashingtonU.S.
Nursing Homes$5,233/mo$5,265/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$4,954/mo$5,199/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$5,233/mo$5,265/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$3,798/mo$4,205/mo$4,016/mo
Nursing Homes
Alger, WA:$5,233/mo
Washington:$5,265/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Alger, WA:$4,954/mo
Washington:$5,199/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Alger, WA:$5,233/mo
Washington:$5,265/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Alger, WA:$3,798/mo
Washington:$4,205/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Alger, WA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in Alger 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.

Alger, WAWA stateNational

Nursing homes cost trends in Alger, WA

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Alger 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Alger, WA$7,843/mo$7,308/mo+7.3%
Washington$6,346/mo$5,891/mo+7.7%
National$5,616/mo$5,314/mo+5.7%
Alger, WA
2024 average cost:$7,843/mo
2023 average cost:$7,308/mo
Percent change:+7.3%
Washington
2024 average cost:$6,346/mo
2023 average cost:$5,891/mo
Percent change:+7.7%
National
2024 average cost:$5,616/mo
2023 average cost:$5,314/mo
Percent change:+5.7%
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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 nursing homes in Alger

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Alger

The Bridge at Mount Vernon

5.0
It's a great place to live and great people to spend your time with. We picked this community, because it was next to the VA Clinic. I can see that improvement are needed in areas, but off hand at this time I can't see them.

Highgate Senior Living in Bellingham, WA

3.8
My dad has been at Highgate for one year and he fit right in pretty quick. Although he has mobility issues he gets around quite well with a walker and the facility is so safe especially with his walker. He enjoys the food, and I like the fact that his room is cleaned once a week and bed ...
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La Conner Retirement Inn

4.3
We are currently still moving and settling in to La Conner. The staff are great I would give them a 5. The community is clean and well taken care of. There are activities available however we have not had a chance to participate in any. They do not offer a good variety of food. I would ...
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Alger nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Alger nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Alger, 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 Alger nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Alger that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Alger, WANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
50%
2.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
25%
10.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
75%
23.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
75%
24.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
50%
10.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25%
1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
75%
20.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
37.5%
7.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
50%
19.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Alger nursing homes

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 Alger Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Alger, WANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50%
4.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
37.5%
0.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
37.5%
6.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25%
1.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Alger nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Alger partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Alger, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.5%
0.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
1.6%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
1.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25%
0.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Alger nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Alger communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Alger, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.5%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
50%
0.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Alger nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Alger offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Alger, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
0.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.5%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
0.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
7.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.5%
7.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
0.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.5%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.5%
0.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
0.5%
Dances
Dances
25%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
0.5%
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Where the Heart is, Home Place Special Care at Burlington and Brookdale Fairhaven are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Alger, Washington. See full list of communities.
There are 11 nursing homes facilities near Alger, Washington. See the full list.
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