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Memory care in Cougar Valley 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 Cougar Valley is about $5,105 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 70 communities, read 1525 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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The Parkside Retirement Center is an assisted living community located in beautiful Auburn, Washington. The center is surrounded by immaculately cared for lawns with mature trees. Located twenty minutes from Seattle, and ten minutes from Tacoma, Auburn is an historical town with the...
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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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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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Team members are always helpful, caring and loving! Everyone here treats the residents with respect and dignity - this is family!
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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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Gracious Mill Ridge Village, situated close to the cultural and sports centers of the Seattle/Tacoma metropolitan area, truly allows you to relax and enjoy retirement in the fast growing community of Milton. By using a simple yet comprehensive fee schedule, our retirement community offers you the...
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I have made my home at Fieldstone West for 18 months. I appreciate living in such a safe, caring and lovely community. All staff, no matter their position, are friendly, caring and make the residents feel...
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When looking for a new place to live, I was really drawn to Ponderosa. I heard great things about it. My move in process was really fast and was made easy for me. I would recommend Ponderosa to anyone;...
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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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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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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.

Cost of memory care in Cougar Valley, WA

The average cost of senior living in Cougar Valley is $5,105 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Ellensburg, WA with an average of $4,468 per month.

Memory care costs in Cougar Valley, WA, vs. nearby cities

Cougar Valley, WA
$5,105/mo
$4,739/mo

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

Cougar Valley, WA
$5,105/mo
U.S. national average
$4,954/mo

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

Memory Care
$5,105/mo

Memory care costs in Cougar Valley, WA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,850/mo
Studio
$4,958/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,268/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,345/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,901/mo

Senior living costs in Cougar Valley vs. state and national costs

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Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Cougar Valley, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCougar Valley, WAWashingtonU.S.
Memory Care$5,105/mo$5,140/mo$4,954/mo
Assisted Living$5,131/mo$5,255/mo$4,703/mo
Independent Living$3,544/mo$4,145/mo$4,160/mo
Memory Care
Cougar Valley, WA:$5,105/mo
Washington:$5,140/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
Assisted Living
Cougar Valley, WA:$5,131/mo
Washington:$5,255/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Independent Living
Cougar Valley, WA:$3,544/mo
Washington:$4,145/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
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Memory care costs in Cougar Valley, WA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Cougar Valley 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.

Cougar Valley, WAWA stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Cougar Valley, WA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Cougar Valley 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.

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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Cougar Valley, WA$7,871/mo$7,327/mo+7.4%
Washington$8,099/mo$7,415/mo+9.2%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Cougar Valley, WA
2024 average cost:$7,871/mo
2023 average cost:$7,327/mo
Percent change:+7.4%
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2024 average cost:$8,099/mo
2023 average cost:$7,415/mo
Percent change:+9.2%
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2024 average cost:$6,490/mo
2023 average cost:$6,152/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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What families are saying about memory care in Cougar Valley

Recent reviews for memory care in Cougar Valley

Fieldstone Memory Care Yakima

5.0
They're awesome - the friendliness, the cleanliness, the independent rooms with their own bathrooms - it's huge for our loved one. We spent a lot of time looking around and this was our number one choice by far. When we walked in, we just knew. This was it. When we go to visit, we see the ...
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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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Prestige Senior Living Auburn Meadows

4.1
I think the nurses. [name removed] and [name removed] were helpful in getting my mother in law on with in house nurse practitioners. She can get her appointments and check ups without out going anywhere. My mother in law is not social and she has been that way most of her life. So I can't ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Caring and supportive staff. Many reviews praise the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at Fieldstone Memory Care Puyallup. They are described as going above and beyond to ensure residents' needs are met and families feel supported. Despite the challenges of the pandemic, staff have kept loved ones informed and provi ...
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Engaging activities tailored to residents' interests. Communities like Fieldstone Memory Care Puyallup offer a range of activities designed to encourage socialization and keep residents active. These activities, such as singing, games, and gardening classes, help residents stay engaged and happy.
Thorough and clear communication between families and staff. Families appreciate the honest and open communication from staff at Fieldstone Memory Care Puyallup. They are kept informed about their loved ones' care, and concerns are addressed in a timely and compassionate manner.
Individualized care plans based on residents' needs. Communities such as Fieldstone Memory Care Puyallup prioritize personalized care plans for their residents. Staff take the time to understand each individual's unique requirements and adapt care accordingly, ensuring that needs are met effectively.
Beautiful and well-maintained facilities. Residents and families at Fieldstone Memory Care Puyallup consistently comment on the cleanliness and attractiveness of the community. The facilities are described as being well-kept, both inside and out, with a homelike atmosphere.
Flexible care options to accommodate various needs. Communities like Fieldstone Memory Care Puyallup offer a range of care options to suit different residents' needs. This flexibility ensures that individuals receive the appropriate level of care, allowing them to live comfortably and safely.
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Cougar Valley review score based on 349 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 349 reviews of 64 Cougar Valley memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Cougar Valley 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

Cougar Valley review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Cougar Valley, WA64 facilities
7.8
Roslyn, WA35 facilities
7.3
South Cle Elum, WA35 facilities

Review subcategories for Cougar Valley 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 349 reviews of 64 Cougar Valley memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Cougar Valley 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
4.0
4.1
Friendliness
4.0
4.2
Care services
3.6
3.9
Staff
3.9
4.1
Meals & dining
3.5
3.8
Activities
3.4
3.7
Value for cost*
3.6
3.8
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Cougar Valley memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cougar Valley memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cougar Valley, 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 Cougar Valley 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 Cougar Valley that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
76.6%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
34.4%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.9%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.4%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
76.6%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
35.9%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.4%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
62.5%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
78.1%
69.2%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Cougar Valley 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 Cougar Valley Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Cougar Valley, WANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
70.3%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
51.6%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
45.3%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23.4%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Cougar Valley 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 Cougar Valley partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Cougar Valley, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
40.6%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
71.9%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
64.1%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
70.3%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
42.2%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Cougar Valley 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 Cougar Valley communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Cougar Valley, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
53.1%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
59.4%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
60.9%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
45.3%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cougar Valley 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 Cougar Valley offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
73.4%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
43.8%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
51.6%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
73.4%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
73.4%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
79.7%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
65.6%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
53.1%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60.9%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
70.3%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
73.4%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
51.6%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
29.7%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
71.9%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Cougar Valley

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 Cougar Valley protect seniors.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Ellensburg Senior Living, Cogir of Kent and Farrington Court are the top-rated memory care facilities near Cougar Valley, Washington. See full list of communities.
There are 70 memory care facilities near Cougar Valley, Washington. See the full list.
The best memory care facility near you in Cougar Valley, Washington is Cogir of Kent. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
The 70 memory care facilities near you in Cougar Valley, Washington typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Cougar Valley, 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 Cougar Valley, 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 Cougar Valley, Washington ranges from $1600 to $13133. The average Memory Care cost in Cougar Valley, Washington is $5,105. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Cougar Valley, Washington typically starts at $1600. 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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