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Memory care in Carlson offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Carlson is about $5,070 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 106 communities, read 2233 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Photo of The Cottages at Lacey
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My mother has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's. We placed her after an extensive search in the local area to the Cottages of Lacey. They group people mostly according to their stage of dementia and the...
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.
Photo of Memory Care at The Lodges
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I rate them 5 on all categories. Exceptionally professional and caring. The director's competence and professionalism. Immediately we knew we wanted our mother to live there.
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.
Locally & privately owned and operated from its opening in 1997, Memory Care at The Lodges creates a home-like setting for Dementia care. Each of our secured Lodges has just 16 resident rooms clustered around the main activity, dining and living room areas. This floor plan greatly reduces...
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Cascade Place has a very nice environment. The residents who live there all get along well. The staff are amazing. Overall, I would say it is a great place. We chose it because we liked a smaller...
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.
Cascade Place is located in a quiet neighborhood in Enumclaw, Washington. We are just two blocks North of Enumclaw Park near the foothills of the Cascade Mountains and our mountain views are stunning. We pride ourselves on caring for our residents wholeheartedly. We offer: On site nursing...
Photo of White River Assisted Living
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The staff has changed since our loved one has been at Living Court Assisted Living Community, but overall the quality of care is good when I am able to visit and the food that is served is great
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.
White River Assisted Living has 54 studio and one bedroom apartments. Living Court is located adjacent to a skilled nursing facility and approximately one block from the local hospital. It is near the heart of the city with shopping, medical clinics and the senior center nearby.
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The friendliness of the staff gets a 5+. Mom was at Expressions for about a year, overall the experience was very good but I cannot say enough about the staff that cared for her. They want above and beyond...
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.
Serene Memory Care in Enumclaw, Washington.Set against a stunning mountain backdrop, White River Memory Care offers a secure and peaceful community for older adults experiencing cognitive decline.
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They have church every Sunday, a beautician, people that do nails, games, and a work out type regimen for them to do sitting down. They have barbeques and are willing to take them out if they wish to go to...
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.
Chehalis West Assisted Living, located in scenic Chehalis, Washington, is an assisted living facility featuring individual apartments for residents. We currently offer assisted living in studio alcove apartments, two other types of studio apartments and two one-bedroom model apartments. Chehalis...
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Cooks Hill Manor is a very quiet and clean community. The staff is very caring and seems to genuinely care about the residents. No body is ever in a bad mood and it is a little creepy that everyone is so...
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.
Cooks Hill Manor is known for its small-town, country feel and great customer service. Because we are a relatively small community, we get to know our residents well, and they become like family to us. We take pride in the care and service we provide to our residents and their families, and are...
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The staff members at Sharon Care Center get 10 stars and the care services are just about as good as you can get. We would recommend this community to other families who are searching for a place for their...
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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It is an older building. But still clean, just a bit dated. Staff was friendly and professional. Huge opportunity with activities. Meals looked good.
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.
A Little Assistance. A Lot of Life.You deserve to upgrade your senior living, and this is a great place to do it. Our community is located in the beautiful city of Tacoma, surrounded by all the conveniences of shopping, fine dining, medical services and nearby entertainment. Our award-winning...
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The community has a well established director, receptionist, and nursing staff, they have been there for a number of years and do a great job managing the community and care.They offer an activities calendar...
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.
We are pleased you are considering Cascade Park Vista as your new home. Whether you need care for a loved one, or for yourself, Cascade Park Vistais the perfect choice! Making the transition to a new living situation isn't always easy, but the rewards can be great. Cascade Park Vista is...
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Photo of Artesian Place
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I've always talked up Artesian Place and recommended it. It's a terrific place. One of the biggest reasons why I chose it was because it was clean, and it didn't smell like some of these types of places...
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.
Artesian Place is a beautiful 3-story building in the quiet and conveniently located medical district of west side Olympia and the Black Lake area. The building with beautiful finishes and various resident spaces features 60 apartments, 48 large studio and 12 1-bedroom apartments divided amongst...
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I spent 6 months living at Fieldstone Cooper Point in Olympia. I was comfortable and enjoyed the caregivers and staff. My reason for leaving was to move closer to my family. The Assisted living community I...
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.
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Photo of Brookdale Federal Way
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The meals and dining gets a 3 based on parents feedback and the activities gets an na as parents not participating yet. We appreciate that there are trained people to help them at all times. Mom has...
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.
Putting More Life Into Assisted LivingWe think your senior living should have more life in it. Our residents take advantage of assisted living services located in scenic Federal Way, Washington. Our campus is in a lovely, quiet neighborhood just off Pacific Highway South in downtown Federal Way....
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Photo of Gencare Lifestyle Tacoma at Point Ruston
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My loved one is a resident at Gencare Lifestyle Tacoma and things have been very good so far. The cleanliness and friendliness are great! The food and activities are also great.
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.
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Photo of Gig Harbor at Green Lake Senior Living Memory Care
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Someday it did smell like urine when you walked in the door very rare, though.. I did feel like they could have spent more attention with them. Activity director was awesome. It's just staff did not follow...
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.
Olympic Alzheimer’s Residence was completed in 1994 and is a community designed to care for those suffering from memory loss, Alzheimer’s Disease, and related dementias. Residents feel safe and comfortable – nestled in a structure styled after a mountain lodge, with stone fireplaces and broad...
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Hello, I am writing as a daughter of a resident at Judson Park for the last three years. I have yet to have any concerns regarding the care that is provided at this wonderful community. What has prompted me...
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.
It’s not just the million-dollar views of Puget Sound that have set us apart from other area senior living communities. Since the early 1960s, Judson Park has earned a reputation for quality, stability and leadership in Des Moines and the greater Seattle area. We meet the highest standards in...
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Since moving my mother here she is more engaged and is eating better. The staff have been very helpful, friendly and welcoming . They are patient and considerate as well. The grounds and buildings are...
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.
Every Wesley Homes property offers a variety of home options. Townhomes, cottages, residential apartments, and housing with supportive services or full-time nursing care are available - depending on your preference or need.
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It is a beautiful facility with a caring and supportive staff. I would recommend them to others who are searching for a place for their loved one.
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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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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Heritage House Morton is a very nice facility and it has worked very well for my family, and I'm glad that there hasn't really been any issues.
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.
Heritage House is located in Morton, Washington along the banks of the Tilton River. The facility is located in a natural area wheredeer, bald eagles, otters and other wildlife play. Morton annually hosts a timber carnival which attracts people from throughout the northwest and Canada.
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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.
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.
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Heritage House is wonderful! The care givers are really terrific with our mom. Since placing her in the memory care facility, it has given our family peace of mind, just knowing she cant just walk out...
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.
Heritage House at Mountain View is nestled at the base of majestic Mount Rainier in Buckley, Washington. This facility is easily accessable because it is located on Highway 410 which leads to Mount Rainier National Park and the White Pass Ski Area. Buckley is a quick drive from Tacoma, 30...
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, 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.

Cost of memory care in Carlson, WA

The average cost of senior living in Carlson is $5,070 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Wilkeson, WA with an average of $5,035 per month.

Memory care costs in Carlson, WA, vs. nearby cities

Carlson, WA
$5,070/mo
$5,047/mo

Memory care costs in Carlson, WA, vs. state and national averages

Carlson, WA
$5,070/mo
U.S. national average
$4,946/mo

Memory care costs in Carlson, WA, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$5,070/mo

Memory care costs in Carlson, WA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,144/mo
Studio
$5,165/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,344/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,396/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,559/mo

Senior living costs in Carlson 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: Carlson, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCarlson, WAWashingtonU.S.
Memory Care$5,070/mo$5,141/mo$4,946/mo
Assisted Living$4,887/mo$5,256/mo$4,698/mo
Independent Living$3,557/mo$4,146/mo$4,153/mo
Memory Care
Carlson, WA:$5,070/mo
Washington:$5,141/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Assisted Living
Carlson, WA:$4,887/mo
Washington:$5,256/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Independent Living
Carlson, WA:$3,557/mo
Washington:$4,146/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
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Memory care costs in Carlson, WA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Carlson and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Memory care cost trends in Carlson, WA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Carlson have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Carlson, WA$8,019/mo$7,103/mo+12.9%
Washington$8,099/mo$7,415/mo+9.2%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Carlson, WA
2024 average cost:$8,019/mo
2023 average cost:$7,103/mo
Percent change:+12.9%
Washington
2024 average cost:$8,099/mo
2023 average cost:$7,415/mo
Percent change:+9.2%
National
2024 average cost:$6,490/mo
2023 average cost:$6,152/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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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 memory care in Carlson

Recent reviews for memory care in Carlson

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.

The Lodge at Mallard's Landing in Gig Harbor, WA

4.5
We had both parents in Memory Care at Mallards Landing most of their time was during COVID. We were very appreciative of the care they received. All protocols and protection were used during lockdown. Out of lockdown we were confident they were being cared for and received genuine caring ...
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Hillside Assisted Living in Kent, WA

5.0
This is our second living experience at Staff Suites. Our mom and dad were here in 2014 when he fell ill. He was taken very good care of until he left us. Our mom lived on her own for a while, then later decided she needed a little more help and Stafford was the first place she thought of when ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Compassionate and attentive staff. Several reviews highlight the kindness and care provided by staff at various communities, including at Aegis of Kent and Fieldstone Memory Care Puyallup, where staff members go above and beyond to ensure residents feel at home and well-cared for. Families have expressed appreciation for the ...
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Thoughtful communication with families. Clear and consistent communication between staff and families is a key feature mentioned in numerous reviews, with families praising the approachable nature of staff at Meridian at Stone Creek, Brookdale Harbor Bay, and Fieldstone Memory Care Puyallup, who keep them informed about their lo ...
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Engaging activities tailored to residents. Residents enjoy a wide range of activities at different communities, from movie nights and games to gardening and outings. Families at Brookdale Harbor Bay, Meridian at Stone Creek, and Fieldstone Memory Care Puyallup have noted the positive impact these activities have on their loved ones ...
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High-quality meals and dining experiences. Residents appreciate the quality and variety of meals offered at their communities, such as Fieldstone Memory Care Puyallup, where the chef accommodates dietary restrictions and preferences, and Brookdale Harbor Bay, which has a chef who creates delicious and nutritious meals for all residen ...
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Clean and well-maintained facilities. Reviews consistently emphasize the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, with residents and families at Meridian at Stone Creek, Brookdale Harbor Bay, and Fieldstone Memory Care Puyallup mentioning the pristine bathrooms, renovated common areas, and well-maintained outdoor spaces.
Supportive and accommodating environment. Many families have spoken about the understanding and accommodating nature of staff at various communities, including Meridian at Stone Creek, Brookdale Harbor Bay, and Fieldstone Memory Care Puyallup, who make every effort to meet the unique needs of their loved ones, even as their condit ...
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Carlson review score based on 550 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 550 reviews of 100 Carlson memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Carlson review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care 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

Carlson review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Carlson, WA100 facilities
8.3
Morton, WA76 facilities
8.3
Eatonville, WA10 facilities

Review subcategories for Carlson memory care

When memory care 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 550 reviews of 100 Carlson memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Carlson resident and family memory care 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.
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Cleanliness
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Carlson memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Carlson memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Carlson, 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 Carlson memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Carlson that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Carlson, WANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
77%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
33%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
32%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
55%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
80%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Carlson memory care

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 Carlson Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Carlson, WANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
74%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
24%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Carlson memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Carlson partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Carlson, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
39%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
67%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
62%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
69%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
31%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Carlson memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Carlson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Carlson, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
52%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
59%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
58%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
43%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Carlson memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Carlson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Carlson, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
71%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
43%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
48%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
76%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
71%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
78%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
61%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
58%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
62%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
69%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
70%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
51%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
34%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
68%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Carlson

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Washington memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Carlson protect seniors.
Learn about Washington memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Merrill Gardens at Wright Park, Cogir of Kent and Farrington Court are the top-rated memory care facilities near Carlson, Washington. See full list of communities.
There are 106 memory care facilities near Carlson, Washington. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Carlson, Washington are Merrill Gardens at Wright Park, Cogir of Kent and Brookdale Harbor Bay. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 106 memory care facilities near you in Carlson, Washington typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Carlson, Washington, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Carlson, Washington, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Carlson, Washington ranges from $55 to $11415. The average Memory Care cost in Carlson, Washington is $5,070. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Carlson, Washington typically starts at $55. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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