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10 Best Nursing Homes in Skagit County, WA

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Skagit County 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 Skagit County, 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 Skagit County or another care type is right for you. Browse 114 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Skagit County.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Trafton, Cicero and Halterman.
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Nursing Homes Facilities near Skagit County, WA

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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.
Provides: Nursing Homes
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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.
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
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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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: Nursing Homes
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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.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
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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.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
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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.
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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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Cost of nursing homes in Skagit County, WA

The average cost of senior living in Skagit County is $5,071 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Nooksack, WA with an average of $4,832 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Skagit County, WA vs. nearby counties

Skagit County, WA
$5,071/mo
$5,006/mo
$5,422/mo

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

Skagit County, WA
$5,071/mo
U.S. national average
$4,761/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Skagit County vs. other types of senior living

$5,058/mo
Nursing Homes
$5,071/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Skagit County, WA by room type

Semi-Private
$5,927/mo
Studio
$5,388/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,550/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,019/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,383/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 Skagit County

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Skagit County

Brookdale Stanwood

4.4
Really enjoy working with the staff. We have a family member in Assisted Living but are struggling with what to do next as she shows signs of mid-stage dementia. Time to move her or too soon? Staff are so patient with her and us ... Very professional and knowledgable.

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.

Ashley Gardens of Mount Vernon

5.0
The community is just great. They have lots of activities and posted pictures on their Facebook page so we can see them enjoy the activities. They are starting to get folks out of the community and are doing driving trips around town. I would recommend this community to others based on my ...
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Skagit County nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Skagit County nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Skagit 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 Skagit County 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 Skagit County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Skagit County, WANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
62.4%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
21.2%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
82.4%
25.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
83.5%
26.5%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
61.2%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
21.2%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
82.4%
22.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
54.1%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
60%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Skagit County 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 Skagit County Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Skagit County, WANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
55.3%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
38.8%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
36.5%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23.5%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Skagit County 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 Skagit County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Skagit County, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.5%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
58.8%
1.3%
No sugar
No sugar
54.1%
1.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
57.6%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Skagit County 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 Skagit County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Skagit County, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
44.7%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
48.2%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
48.2%
0.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25.9%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Skagit County 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 Skagit County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Skagit County, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
58.8%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
41.2%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.8%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61.2%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
64.7%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47.1%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
44.7%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
52.9%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
58.8%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
61.2%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
36.5%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.8%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
61.2%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Cogir of Mill Creek, Avista Ferndale and Creekside Continuing Care Community are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Skagit County, Washington. See full list of communities.

There are 114 nursing homes facilities near Skagit County, Washington. See the full list.

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