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My mother was in the home in hospice care for 1.5 months. Though I’m not sure how much experience they initially had with hospice care, the staff was patient and caring with my mom, and the hospice nurses...
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.
Grace and Hope Adult Family Home LLC is a residential care home in Lakewood, Washington, in Pierce County. The city of Lakewood is surrounded by natural beauty, and bordered on the north by Chambers Creek. Lakewood is a water lover's paradise and home to three large lakes and three smaller lakes;...
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What we like the most about Coral Wood AFH is that it is clean, kind staff, location, easy to visit, and are accommodating of dietary desires as well as needs
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
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.
Coralwood AFH is a residential care home based in the pretty city of Lakewood, Washington, which is situated in Pierce County. Historically known as the Lake District, Lakewood is alive with outdoor recreation activities and boasts various family beaches, hiking trails, golf courses, 11 parks and...
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Elder care is expensive. My mother is adjusted to the new environment after about a month for being stressed out due to the change. Caregivers are helpful, attentive and seem to care. Mother is well taken...
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.
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The staff that are in this facility are top notch. [name removed]and [name removed]are the two that I had talked with and have seen them in action. They take care of my mother with such a patient and love...
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.
Ella Care is located in a quiet residential neighborhood in the heart of Lynnwood, five minute drive from four different Senior Centers and ten minute away from Stevens Hospital. In addition, our facility is well-located to 405, I-5 freeways and to several public parks as well as to shopping...
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Silver Creek provided the best guarantee of assistance for our needs. My husband was at the end of his life, I need assistance with his final weeks. While things weren't perfect (if that exists anywhere),...
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.
Looking for an exceptional senior living community?Well, you’ve found it. When you combine an exceptional lifestyle, ready-made friends and outstanding service, the result is what we callRetirement Perfected™Welcome to Bonaventure Retirement, Assisted Living & Memory Care Community Life is...
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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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All staff members were extremely nice and helpful. They took special care of my mother from her beginning stay took she took her last breath. I'm ever so grateful for The Ridge, for all of them and how they...
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.
We offer a home like setting and cheerful smiles from our professional staff who greet you everyday. Our caring staff offers the assistance you need while respecting your independence.Our peaceful setting, restaurant style dining experience, activities and beautiful setting combine to create a...
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[Name removed] is very attentive to my mother. Always informs us of her condition. If only we had her here years ago, she would not have fallen and broken her hip.
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
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.
When it comes to getting real quality senior care and having your elderly loved one enjoy the best in care, and their golden years, then you truly need to come and take a look at Sunset AFH. We are located in the beautiful area of Surprise, Arizona, where we are proud to offer a wide variety of...
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The location of the facility is wonderful. It is also beautiful. The staff have been great They cook us each meals that we like.
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
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.
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I have rated the dining experience lower because that is what my sister reports. That may or may not be true. This is a residential care home but it is also serving as a memory care residence for the...
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.
Is your loved one in need of more care than you can provide at home? Happy Family has three private, fully-licensed adult family homes in the Seattle area. We specialize in assisted living services for the elderly and individuals living with Alzheimer's, dementia and medical/mental health...
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I would recommend this facility if someone is looking for a quiet place. It was always very clean. My aunt has dementia and was somewhat difficult to deal with. The facility was not equipped to handle her,...
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.
Precious Adult Family Home LLC Inc in Everett, Washington is one of senior living communities in the area. To find the right community for your needs and budget, connect with one of A Place For Mom’s local senior living advisors for free, expert advice.
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Everything is fine! My dad likes his meals, especially the chicken. He gets room cleaning weekly. The staff are all polite, high school students help in the dining room and the manager and staff are more...
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.
Red Oak Residence of North Bend is a family run community of seniors who strive to be as independent as possible for as long as possible. In operation for over 18 years, Red Oak's smaller size allows us to provide highly individualized boutique services. Our commitment to treat your family like...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
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.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
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.
T&R Adult Family Home provides professional senior care and is located in Issaquah, Wash. The living conditions are exquisite at our senior living community. Residence enjoy having a spacious living room and a very comfortable bedroom. They will also have a dining room that has access to a...
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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
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.
Photo of Olde Town Issaquah Adult Family Home
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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.
A beautifully and newly renovated home with plenty of room to offer both private retreats and socialization spaces. Extremely close to the heart of the old downtown of Issaquah, transportation, activities, shopping, and more! Fully staffed 24hrs with awake staff at night for all of your loved...
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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.
A beautifully and newly renovated home with plenty of room to offer both private retreats and socialization spaces. Extremely close to the heart of the old downtown of Issaquah, transportation, activities, shopping, and more! Fully staffed 24hrs with awake staff at night for all of your loved...
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The care and cleanliness is superb, meals are also very good. Admin needs to listen to clients better to get their needs addressed.
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.
Ponderosa Trails, located in Sammamish, Washington, is a senior living center dedicated to the quality care and comfort of the elderly in their aging years. Focused on independent living and quality of life, this adult family home has many amenities to keep elderly loved ones entertained and...
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The food at this care home is homemade and mom seems to like the majority of it. The home is kept clean and there is always someone there to take care of her. I would recommend this care home.
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.
Private Nursing Care has been operating in Issaquah since 1992. This 4200 sq ft home is located on a beautiful private acre and a half, just minutes from the I-90. We provide long term care for the elderly. Our goal is to provide a safe family environment much like being in your own home. ...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
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.
PREMIER GENTLE CARE provides unique, exclusive quality care, in a home environment. We offer a gentle approach, meeting the unique and changing needs of your loved one. We offer a comfortable place, with a variety of activities, with beautiful courtyards and outdoor walking paths. We work closely...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
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.
PREMIER GENTLE CARE provides unique, exclusive quality care, in a home environment. We offer a gentle approach, meeting the unique and changing needs of your loved one. We offer a comfortable place, with a variety of activities, with beautiful courtyards and outdoor walking paths. We work closely...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
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 May Valley AFH/ Quality Adult Care May Valley Golden Age AFH is providing quality adult care in a safe family environment while maintaining comfort, dignity, and independence. May Valley Golden Age Adult Family Home is 24-hour care facilities that provide good quality care for you or...
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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.
Sammamish Woods AFC Inc. is a senior care home located in the King County, WA, city of Sammamish. Named one of the best places to live by CNN's Money Magazine in 2011, Sammamish offers a high quality of life, abundant natural beauty, and ample opportunity to experience art and culture. Sammamish...
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This facility has been really good caring for my Husband and I haven’t had any problems thus far. If anything comes up, the staff is wonderful in communicating with me. They can also communicate directly...
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.
Tiburon Estates AFH is located on Sammamish Plateau that has a quite and beautiful nieghborhood view of forest with rabbit, deer, and squirrel. Washington state license6 private rooms 2 bathrooms: one includes walk in shower, the other includes a bath tub. Tiburon Estates AFH has a secure home...

Cost of assisted living in King County, WA

The average cost of senior living in King County is $5,140 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lake Holm, WA with an average of $5,086 per month.

Assisted living costs in King County, WA, vs. nearby counties

King County, WA
$6,677/mo

Assisted living costs in King County, WA, vs. state and national averages

King County, WA
$6,677/mo
U.S. national average
$5,805/mo

Assisted living costs in King County, WA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$6,677/mo
$7,563/mo

Assisted living costs in King County, WA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,258/mo
Studio
$4,520/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,708/mo

Senior living costs in King County 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: King County, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typeKing County, WAWashingtonU.S.
Assisted Living$6,677/mo$6,450/mo$5,805/mo
Memory Care$7,563/mo$8,247/mo$6,971/mo
Independent Living$4,227/mo$4,017/mo$3,510/mo
Assisted Living
King County, WA:$6,677/mo
Washington:$6,450/mo
U.S.:$5,805/mo
Memory Care
King County, WA:$7,563/mo
Washington:$8,247/mo
U.S.:$6,971/mo
Independent Living
King County, WA:$4,227/mo
Washington:$4,017/mo
U.S.:$3,510/mo
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in King 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 King County.

What families are saying about assisted living in King County

Recent reviews for assisted living in King County

Aegis at Marymoor in Redmond

4.5
I have not had a lot of experience with facilities but visited 5. Aegis at Marymoor seemed small and homey. The staff are all very friendly and interested in the residents. They try to customize activities when possible. I don’t have any concerns and my wife with dementia considers it her home ...
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Aegis of Greenwood in Seattle, WA

5.0
The staff in the memory care unit was as caring as any staff could be,. They took my dad on trips as long as he was able. But don't think that you can leave all the care of your loved one up to any staff. Visit your loved one often. Also all memory care places are more than willing to let you ...
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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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King County review score based on 1,327 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 1327 reviews of 951 King County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The King 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

King County review score compared against nearby cities

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King County, WA951 facilities
7.6
Kitsap County, WA0 facilities
8.5

Review subcategories for King 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 1,327 reviews of 951 King County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare King 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.
King County, WA averageNational average
Cleanliness
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Friendliness
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Care services
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King County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in King County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in King 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 King 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 King County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
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Doctor on call
Doctor on call
43.4%
28.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
61.1%
85.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
80.2%
85.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
64.8%
48.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
17.3%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
73.1%
85.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
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39.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in King 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 King County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
King County, WANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
66.6%
43.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
25.1%
27.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
52.5%
34.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in King 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 King County 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
14%
22.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.5%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
35.5%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
60.7%
29.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
21.2%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in King 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 King County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
King County, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
16.5%
26%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
21.4%
34.3%
Room service
Room service
29.8%
29.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.7%
14.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in King 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 King County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
King County, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
24.5%
38.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15.1%
26.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.5%
25.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.1%
42.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.5%
41.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50.2%
44.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
19.9%
34.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.3%
28.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
18.9%
31.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
29.8%
39.2%
Live performances
Live performances
27%
39.5%
Dances
Dances
19.8%
24.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.4%
20.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28.9%
38.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in King 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 King County protect seniors.

Learn about Washington Assisted Living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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