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10 Best Nursing Homes in Elk Plain, WA

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Elk Plain 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 Elk Plain, 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 Elk Plain or another care type is right for you. Browse 13 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Elk Plain.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Northeast Tacoma, Salishan and Lincoln International District.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Tanwax, Electron and Roy.

Nursing Homes Facilities near Elk Plain, WA

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Photo of Fieldstone Memory Care PuyallupCommunity card badge
1111 Photos available
9.7
Review score
64 reviews
9.7
Review score
64 reviews
5 star
84%
4 star
9%
3 star
2%
2 star
2%
1 star
3%
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Our mother is very happy at Fieldstone. The staff are very nice and they take really good care mom. If I have any issues or concerns. I let them know and they take care of it right away.
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.
Our Approach to Memory CareAt Fieldstone Memory Care, we are committed to enriching the lives of our residents and their families by providing engaging, compassionate care focused on residents with Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia. Our team is made up of exceptional people who are...
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99 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.0
Review score
3 reviews
8.0
Review score
3 reviews
5 star
33%
4 star
67%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
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My grandmother moved into Kings Manor just over a week and a half ago and is incredibly happy with her choice. The entire staff was incredibly friendly and kind. The day she moved in we had staff coming to...
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.
Welcome to Kings Manor Senior Living Community, a beautiful non-profit home for assisted living services. We are proud of our distinguished history of providing quality care to seniors in the scenic South Sound area.Our goal at King's Manor is to meet each resident's individual needs while...
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7.5
Review score
31 reviews
7.5
Review score
31 reviews
5 star
19%
4 star
39%
3 star
19%
2 star
10%
1 star
13%
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Brookdale is great on all categories. It has been the best possible experience for my dad. Brookdale far exceeded my expectations and car for dad.
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.
Care From the Industry LeaderMemory care shouldn’t mean giving up on a life lived well. We’ve put more than 25 years of industry leading experience into developing a program that provides stability and comfort to those living with Alzheimer’s or other dementia. We are a compassionate memory care...
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44 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
7.3
Review score
9 reviews
7.3
Review score
9 reviews
5 star
11%
4 star
33%
3 star
34%
2 star
22%
1 star
0%
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They have gone through 4 activity coordinators over the past year. Activities are canceled spontaneously with no notice. The food is very slow to be served and mediocre at best. They frequently run out of...
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.
Bonaventure Puyallup is a beautiful place to live.with stunning apartments, amazing care and medical staff, and a magical resident culture, this is truly a wonderful place to live.we have Independent Suites, Assisted Living Suites and private Memory Care suites. We can take someone on their...
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Photo of Brookdale Courtyard Puyallup
77 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
7.2
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43 reviews
7.2
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43 reviews
5 star
34%
4 star
33%
3 star
19%
2 star
9%
1 star
5%
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It has been great for my sister. She Is deaf and they have a couple people on staff that speak ASL and she had made lots of friends. It is kind of pricey but any place is. Always lots of activities very...
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.
Exceptional Senior Living?Building a great senior life requires a great backdrop. At our vibrant, welcoming community, you’ll find exceptional assisted living care in an environment with maximum home-sweet-home factor. That means fewer worries, more options for interesting things to do, and a...
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7.2
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14 reviews
7.2
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14 reviews
5 star
50%
4 star
29%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
21%
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Mom is doing well at Deer Ridge. They have been having Staffing issues, need more caregivers. The head nurse, [name removed] is the best! There are a few exceptional caregivers.
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.
Deer Ridge Memory Care opened on July 6th, 2021! We are part of a family owned and operated company called Koelsch Communities which has been caring for families across the country since 1958. Our Executive Director, William Martin has been a nurse in Memory Care for over 30 years and has a true...
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8.4
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44 reviews
8.4
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44 reviews
5 star
41%
4 star
30%
3 star
16%
2 star
2%
1 star
11%
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Overall my Mom is having a good experience - they have a big turn over of staff and seem to be short handed a lot - it hasn't affected my Mom very much other than the food - it's really hit and miss...
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.
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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1.0
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1 review
1.0
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1 review
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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.
On behalf of our team of caregivers and support staff, thank you for considering our healthcare center. We offer a full range of medical services to meet the individual needs of our residents, including short-term rehabilitative services and long-term skilled care. Working with the resident’s...
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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
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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Photo of Marymount Manor
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.
Photo of Pioneer Place Memory Haven
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...

Cost of nursing homes in Elk Plain, WA

The average cost of senior living in Elk Plain is $4,979 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Puyallup, WA with an average of $4,863 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Elk Plain, WA vs. nearby cities

Elk Plain, WA
$4,979/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Elk Plain, WA vs. the state and national average

Elk Plain, WA
$4,979/mo
U.S. national average
$4,761/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Elk Plain vs. other types of senior living

$4,964/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,979/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Elk Plain, WA by room type

Semi-Private
$6,907/mo
Studio
$6,543/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,293/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,738/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,450/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 nursing homes in Elk Plain

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Elk Plain

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.

Brookdale Federal Way

4.0
My loved one was a resident at Brookdale Federal Way for almost a year. The staff was very friendly, but the management with follow-through was terrible. I would not recommend this place for someone who needs to be checked up on frequently.

Meridian at Stone Creek in Milton, WA

4.5
The items I rated lower than the best here are the reasons: cleanliness is basically because of the consistent and bothersome bird poop at the entry way, quality is rated at four because sometimes it is difficult to know who to talk to when I have questions and I seldom get calls back when I ...
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Elk Plain nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Elk Plain nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Elk Plain, 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 Elk Plain 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 Elk Plain that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Elk Plain, WANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
46.2%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
23.1%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
76.9%
25.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
84.6%
26.5%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
61.5%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
23.1%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
76.9%
22.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
30.8%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
61.5%
17.2%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Elk Plain 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 Elk Plain Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Elk Plain, WANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
46.2%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
30.8%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
23.1%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23.1%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Elk Plain 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 Elk Plain partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Elk Plain, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.1%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
61.5%
1.3%
No sugar
No sugar
61.5%
1.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46.2%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Elk Plain 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 Elk Plain communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Elk Plain, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
46.2%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.2%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
53.8%
0.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
30.8%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Elk Plain 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 Elk Plain offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Elk Plain, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
61.5%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.5%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.5%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61.5%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.5%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.5%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.2%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
53.8%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
61.5%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
61.5%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
61.5%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
53.8%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.4%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
61.5%
0.4%
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Merrill Gardens at Wright Park, Cogir of Kent and Cedar Ridge by Bonaventure are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Elk Plain, Washington. See full list of communities.

There are 13 nursing homes facilities near Elk Plain, Washington. See the full list.

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