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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Hamilton Place is a senior housing community located in Bellingham, Whatcom County, WA. Bellingham, which is the northernmost city in the contiguous United States, is known for its magnificent scenery and its lively culture of outdoor recreation. The city hosts a vast number of annual events and...
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staff and residents were very welcoming. very smooth transition with move in process. staff are very friendly and very helpful.
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.
Park Place is a very special retirement and assisted living community located 3 miles east of Boeing Field in Seattle. The doors are scheduled to open the end of April providing 154 luxurious studio and one bedroom apartments for seniors. All the apartments come equipped with microwaves,...
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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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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
West Seattle — Highland Park Neighborhood Urban Senior Living Village Campus Adjacent to King County Metro Park & Ride Transit Center Convenient Access to Freeways Major Retail Centers Community Building with Lounge, Media Center, Exercise Room, and Activity Rooms with Planned Activities...
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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.
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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.
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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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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.
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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: 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, 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.
You come first. That’s what we truly believe at Vashon Community Care (VCC). All of our senior living programs and services are designed to support who you are and the way you want to live.Every aspect of our daily schedule is specially tailored for each individual resident, emphasizing your...
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My 97 year old mother has been at Island View for 3 months. All the staff were very helpful in the early stages of transition to meet her particular needs. They continue to do so. The setting is small 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.
Island View Place Care Inc. is a residential care home located in the beautiful providence of Victoria, BC. Victoria is the capital of British Columbia and is located on the southern end of the Vancouver Island, offering many water and strait views, including the Haro Strait. The providence...
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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
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.
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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.
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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 Island County, WA

The average cost of senior living in Island County is $4,344 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Northwest Stanwood, WA with an average of $3,860 per month.

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

Island County, WA
$4,344/mo

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

Island County, WA
$4,344/mo
U.S. national average
$3,951/mo

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

$5,255/mo
Independent Living
$4,344/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,080/mo
Studio
$4,708/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,371/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,689/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,789/mo

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 Island County

Recent reviews for independent living in Island County

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.

Aegis of Kirkland

5.0
I can confidently rate Aegis of Kirkland a 5 out of 5. My brother and I found Aegis to be very clean in all the common areas as well as private areas. The food is excellent, and the staff is compassionate. They have several activities going on throughout the day. There is something that ...
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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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Island County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Island County independent 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 dietary accommodations in Island County 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 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
21.1%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40.3%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
36.8%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43.2%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.5%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Island County 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 Island County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Island County, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
38.9%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.4%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
40%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Island County 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 Island County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Island County, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
44.6%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.3%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.3%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.8%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.1%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.8%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40.5%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.4%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.9%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.9%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
44.9%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
30.5%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.5%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Revel Issaquah, Cogir of Mill Creek and Cogir of Edmonds are the top-rated independent living facilities near Island County, Washington. See full list of communities.

There are 418 independent living facilities near Island County, Washington. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Island County, Washington are Revel Issaquah, Cogir of Mill Creek and The Creekside. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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