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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.
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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.
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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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They are just absolutely amazing over at Sunny's Adult Family Home LLC. IT is a very inclusive facility with a family type atmosphere. The staff are very cautious and do a great job. My loved one has...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Sunny's AFH specializes in dementia and mental health. The provider is a Registered Nurse with MSN and National board certification in Mental Health, worked at geropsych hospital for 15 years, passionate for seniors who are struggling with behaviors related to dementia. The AFH staff actively...
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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.
Photo of Douglas Care Manor
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.
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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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When you walk into the home, it is an inviting environment. Whenever I go, the place is always fresh and clean. They have 2 registered nurses. The owner's wife is actually one of the RN's. All of the staff...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
You are cordially invited to come and visit our home. You will find a pleasant, beautiful, comfortable and safe home located on Kelsey Creek. Our statement is to provide the highest level of professional, compassionate care to our residents to enhance the quality of their lives physically,...
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My father has been a resident of Serenity for over two years now. He has both diabetes and dementia and we couldn't ask for more diligent and caring support for him and for us during difficult times for our...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Serenity Care AFH is a residential care home that is situated in the city of Bellevue, WA in King County. Scenic parks, museums, shopping centers, cultural attractions and plenty of other attractions all surround our community. The iconic Lincoln Square and Phantom Lake top the list of...
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This community is wonderful. The staff is always caring and attentive. The meals are outstanding and always are fresh. The community is very nice and well maintained. I would recommend the care of this...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Whispering Creek Inc 2 is a warm and welcoming choice in adult care. It prides itself for having state of the art quality care for both aging seniors and Alzheimer patients. Located in Bellevue WA., Whispering Creek Inc 2 is represented by CHOICE advisory and is state licensed. Experienced and...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Welcome to Alabama Hill Adult Family Home. In this rapidly evolving sector of the health care industry, we are continually setting new standards in preserving the dignity and quality of life of our residents. We are very proud of our facilities and commitment to care. Our reputation has been...
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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: Memory Care
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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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Provides: Memory Care
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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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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: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Flory's AFH is a senior care home that is located in Bellevue, WA in King County. Our friendly community lies across the glorious Lake Washington. The scenic vistas of the Cascade Mountains and Olympic Mountains also characterize our beautiful community. The numerous attractions in Bellevue make...
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I found this AFH for my mother through a referral agency that highly recommended them, and a stellar review from the daughter of another resident. It is owned and operated by an RN with over 10 years...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Harmony Care AFH is a senior care home located in the beautiful Bellevue city, Washington in the Eastside area of King County. Our home is known for its ideal positioning in a generous neighborhood full of great infrastructure. All our seniors are assured easy access to national hospitals, both...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Maria AFH Care LLC IS A SENIOR CARE HOME LOCATED IN Bellevue, Washington, in King County. Our community has been highly favored by its geographical location. We are surrounded by a neighborhood that is welcoming. The trees around bring about an amazing breeze that fills the air with tranquility...
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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: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Tranquil Adult Family home is designed and built to provide the comfort, privacy and quality care you would find in your own home. We have homelike community areas for socializing, dining and entertaining. Personalized plans are reviewed regularly by staff to ensure that we meet the changing...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Bright Whitestars Adult Family Home offers nurturing Care for your loved ones by providing services beyond assisted living facilities without sacrificing client privacy. We want to help make your life easier by making the best of what appears to be a bad situation. Our activities encourage our...
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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.

Cost of assisted living in Island County, WA

The average cost of senior living in Island County is $5,275 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Whidbey Island Station, WA with an average of $4,839 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Island County, WA vs. nearby counties

Island County, WA
$5,275/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Island County, WA vs. the state and national average

Island County, WA
$5,275/mo
U.S. national average
$4,515/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Island County vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$5,275/mo
$5,255/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Island County, WA by room type

Semi-Private
$6,035/mo
Private
$7,414/mo
Studio
$5,366/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,177/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,930/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$7,260/mo

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Island County, WA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Island County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Island County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Island County

Regency Newcastle

4.8
Really enjoyed my stay. Wonderful staff. Breakfast is served a little to early for me.I really like the varirty of activities. I was at Newcastle 14 days i met a lot of nice people with each of them having an interesting story to tell.

Cordata Court in Bellingham, WA

4.3
My parents have adjusted well to assisted living and like the staff. The place isn't perfect but I feel as if my parents are in good care.

Viktoria AFH in Bellevue, WA

4.5
My mother moved into Viktoria AFH about one month ago, and while she was completely resistant to doing so, she is content and happy. The staff treat her like she is gold, and make her feel loved and special. She loves them and especially the meals that they prepare from scratch every day. ...
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Island County review score based on 866 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 866 reviews of 662 Island County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Island County review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Island County review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Island County, WA662 facilities
8.2
Coupeville, WA11 facilities
6.9
Kayak Point, WA18 facilities

Review subcategories for Island County assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 866 reviews of 662 Island County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Island County resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Island County, WA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
3.9
4.1
Value for cost*
4.0
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Island County assisted living services and amenities

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

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Island County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Island County, WANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
64.4%
43.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
41.7%
28.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
68.2%
85.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
82.9%
85.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
65.1%
48.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
19.1%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
77.2%
85.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
51.7%
39.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
63%
44.2%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Island County assisted living

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 Island County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Island County, WANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
65.2%
43.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
27.7%
27.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
52.7%
34.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21%
11.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Island County assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Island County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Island County, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.4%
22.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
39.7%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
37.8%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
61%
29.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20.8%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Island County assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Island County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Island County, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20.5%
26%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
24.5%
34.3%
Room service
Room service
32.4%
29.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
24.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Island County assisted 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 assisted living communities in Island County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
27.9%
38.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
19.3%
26.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20.8%
25.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.3%
42.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40.6%
41.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.5%
44.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
24.2%
34.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25.4%
28.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22.1%
31.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
32.9%
39.2%
Live performances
Live performances
31.1%
39.5%
Dances
Dances
21.3%
24.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13%
20.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
38.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Island County

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Washington assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Island County protect seniors.

Learn about Washington Assisted Living regulations

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Garden of Eden Adult Family Home, Elderly Home Care and Highlands Home Care are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Island County, Washington. See full list of communities.

There are 838 assisted living facilities near Island County, Washington. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Island County, Washington are Garden of Eden Adult Family Home, Cogir of Mill Creek and Cogir of Queen Anne. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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