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It is a very special to move from your home to a seniors' residence but Tapestry at Arbutus Walk was a surprising experience for me. I moved in - along with my little dog - into a suite that had been totally...
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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Tapestry at Wesbrook is a lovely facility. Warm, competent staff take care of your every need, going above & beyond the call of duty. You feel like you are part of the community from the moment you arrive....
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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They are fantastic! It's very expensive, my only complaint, but the staff are truly caring and professional. You can tell they genuinely care for the residents! I would recommend the Sunrise to anyone.My...
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.
Residential CareSunrise Founders Paul and Terry Klaassen revolutionized senior living in 1981, when they introduced their innovative, resident centered approach to care. Their philosophy, which champions the quality of life for all seniors, is grounded in the belief that every resident's needs...
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I've Lived at Laurel Place for a year now and have very much enjoyed it. Whether you need a lot of help or are still independent Laurel Place is a great place to live. The staff have become great friends of...
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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.
Laurel Place is an assisted living community located in one of the most beautiful areas in the United States, Port Angeles, Washington. The rugged Olympic Mountains to the south tower over the city and the sparkling waters of the Strait of Juan De Fuca are minutes to the north of our community....
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Independent senior living at its finest, when I moved into The Victorian. Appealing to me were the spaciously, well planned living quarters to meet residents' preferences, be it a Studio or a one or...
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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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House keeping sometimes misses or doesn't do a very good job in the rooms. Some meals I am told are not good/over cooked/or meals a lot of the residents don't enjoy (try to be too fancy). Could have more...
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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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Michelin chef, sauna in every room, 24 hour security and valet services. Splendid views of the Meadows and Forests, with the Sooke mountians to the north. Songbirds sing, as a gentle wind ruffles the drying...
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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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Both my parents moved to Sunrise when they were 85 and were in need of full care which they received. The staff are great and became like family to them.. I feel that they couldn’t have been in a better...
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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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: 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: 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: 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
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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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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.
Welcome to Amica at Beechwood Village —— a friendly, relaxed retirement community that offers a unique lifestyle for seniors with discerning taste. Your first introduction to this very special community is the private circular driveway leading to a sparkling water fountain, distinctive glass...
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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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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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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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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.
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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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 West Beach, WA

The average cost of senior living in West Beach is $4,037 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sequim, WA with an average of $3,303 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in West Beach, WA vs. nearby cities

West Beach, WA
$4,037/mo

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

West Beach, WA
$4,037/mo
U.S. national average
$3,951/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in West Beach vs. other types of senior living

$5,023/mo
Independent Living
$4,037/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in West Beach, WA by room type

Semi-Private
$6,273/mo
Studio
$4,828/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,345/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,868/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,950/mo

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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 West Beach

Recent reviews for independent living in West Beach

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.

The Vintage at Mount Vernon

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I've had a great experience here so far, I'd recommend this place highly! You get quite a lot for what you pay here, they are "apartment homes" so each unit has a small fully equipped kitchen, and a washer and dryer. The complex also has a gym, billiard room, and a great room for ...
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Leopold Retirement in Bellingham, WA

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I'm so glad my family and I chose this community for my new home. The caregivers and staff are kind and helpful. Only had 1 room available but will be getting a bigger one soon I hope. The Activities are amazing her like bingo, arts&crafts, bridge and even a Happy Hour. They have a bus that will ...
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West Beach independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in West Beach independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in West Beach, 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 West Beach 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 West Beach partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
West Beach, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
6.4%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
16.9%
28.9%
No sugar
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Vegetarian
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Availability of select dining options in West Beach 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 West Beach communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
West Beach, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.7%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
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36.6%
Room service
Room service
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Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in West Beach 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 West Beach offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
West Beach, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
18%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
10.5%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.1%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
13.9%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
20.8%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
22.7%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
17.5%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
15.2%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
16.9%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
19.7%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
19.4%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
11.6%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.5%
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Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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