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10 Best Nursing Homes in Alpha, WA

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Alpha 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 Alpha, WA may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Alpha or another care type is right for you. Browse 113 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Alpha.

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Alpha, WA

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Photo of Somerset Retirement and Assisted Living
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.
We invite you to consider Somerset as your new home and look forward to welcoming you as a future resident. We strive to accommodate the changing needs of today’s seniors while creating a sense of home and family atmosphere.Somerset offers a variety of apartments: Studio, modified one-bedroom,...
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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.
From the moment you enter Maple Creek you’ll feel the warmth and caring, from the staff and tenants. Maple Creek overlooks the beautiful Ponce De Leon Creek, surrounded by the peaceful sights and sounds of nature.Maple Creek is located directly across the street from the Lakewood Town Center....
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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.
Special needs require special care. Pioneer Place of Tacoma, a secured warm, comfortable environment where we focus on a residents abilities while minimizing their limitations. Exceptional Care, Respect, Understanding, Independence, Dignity and Quality of Life come first. We have three units of...
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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.
Charlton Place is ideally located near I-5 and HW 512 and is conveniently close to shopping, restaurants and medical care. We offer the perfect combination of services and amenities that blend the care seniors need with the convenience they value and the independence they cherish. Residents and...
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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.
Photo of Bradley Park in Puyallup
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.
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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: 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.
Gracious Mill Ridge Village, situated close to the cultural and sports centers of the Seattle/Tacoma metropolitan area, truly allows you to relax and enjoy retirement in the fast growing community of Milton. By using a simple yet comprehensive fee schedule, our retirement community offers you the...
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.
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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, 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.

What families are saying about nursing homes in Alpha

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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.

Delaware Plaza in Longview, WA

3.7
In general our experience has been positive. The residents in the community still need an outside advocate to follow up on their requests. The staff communication has been responsive to the family if we have questions or concerns. There are some concerns with the delivery of meals due to the ...
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Gencare Lifestyle Tacoma at Point Ruston

4.5
My loved one is a resident at Gencare Lifestyle Tacoma and things have been very good so far. The cleanliness and friendliness are great! The food and activities are also great.

Alpha nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Alpha nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Alpha, 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 Alpha 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 Alpha that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Alpha, WANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
75.6%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
31.4%
10.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
91.9%
23.7%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
93%
24.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
76.7%
10.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
31.4%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93%
20.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
62.8%
7.4%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
80.2%
19.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Alpha 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 Alpha Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Alpha, WANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
70.9%
4.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
46.5%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
45.3%
6.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
22.1%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Alpha 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 Alpha partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Alpha, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.7%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
66.3%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
59.3%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
65.1%
3.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Alpha 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 Alpha communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Alpha, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
48.8%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
55.8%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
57%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
38.4%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Alpha 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 Alpha offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Alpha, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
69.8%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.4%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
43%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
74.4%
7.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
69.8%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
74.4%
7.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
58.1%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
55.8%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.3%
0.3%
Live performances
Live performances
68.6%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
48.8%
0.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.2%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
65.1%
0.4%
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Cedar Ridge by Bonaventure, Merrill Gardens at Wright Park and Fieldstone Memory Care Puyallup are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Alpha, Washington. See full list of communities.
There are 113 nursing homes facilities near Alpha, Washington. See the full list.
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