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Memory care in Dewatto 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 Dewatto is about $5,485 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 293 communities, read 5398 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Staff is wonderful - warm and friendly. Grounds and housing is kept immaculate. Food is tasty and they offer a large variety of choices.
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.
Our community is designed to meet your individual needs and give you the freedom to be yourself. We offer the best in independent senior living, assisted living and memory care from a family-owned company that knows connection is everything.We are close to shopping, dining, and other services in...
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Excellent customer service especially communication. The staff is exceptionally nice and accommodating. I would recommend to others.
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.
Our Aegis on Madison property includes some unique features that rival some of the nicest hotels and condominiums in Seattle. Every feature has been carefully designed with the safety and joy of our residents in mind. This is your home, but you may feel like every day you are on vacation. On Top...
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My move was very easy, excellent support from everyone at Ida Culver. They also assigned a resident (more like a big sister) to show me around and introduce me to people and activities for a week or so. it's...
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.
Welcome to Ida Culver House Broadview, an Era Living community. Ida Culver House offers a warm, vibrant lifestyle, a vast array of amenities, rich programming, and exceptional Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Secured Memory Care.Located in the Seattle neighborhood of Greenwood, Ida Culver...
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What I like the most about Aegis of Shoreline is the Food, friendliness, and cleanliness. Yes, I would recommend this community to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
Assisted Living in Grand Style in North Seattle Nestled in an idyllic, woodsy neighborhood of North Seattle and adjoined to Aegis at Callahan House, our grand Aegis of Shoreline creates an assisted living campus to meet the care needs of all of our residents from light care to two person...
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I've lived here for three months and the residents and staff are very friendly. Its been easy to make friends. The food is restaurant quality. There's a cafe with food choices from the dining room kitchen...
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.
Set on a beautiful 55-acre campus in Shoreline, the Cristwood continuing care retirement community offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Since Cristwood shares a campus with other CRISTA Ministries organizations, each day is filled with opportunities for you to grow,...
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The staff treated her well. They talked to her. She interacted with other residents in the cafeteria. The staff was caring and responsive
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.
Prestige Senior Living Rosemont (AR) Yelm, WA Prestige Senior Living Rosemont offers senior independent and assisted living in the small town of Yelm, WA. Yelm retains its small town charm yet is within a reasonable commute distance of both Olympia and Tacoma for medical appointments or...
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It gave me a warm inviting environment. Yes, I would recommend this community to other families based on the experience I have had so far.
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.
Find the vibrant home and compassionate care you have been searching for at Regency Newcastle. Our beautiful senior community in Newcastle, Washington, offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Respite Care, emphasizing individualized care that enables residents to live as independently as...
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Like most is friendliness and approachability of staff, excellent activities, great assessment by clinical staff. Front desk staff do such a great job of welcoming everyone and keeping track of many details....
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.
Located across stunning Lake Washington on the Eastside, our new community will be minutesfrom downtown Bellevue restaurants and shopping, easy access to Highway 520, a short drive tothe Microsoft campus, and only a half-mile from Overlake Medical Center and Clinics.Inspired by the lush nature...
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Seems like there's been some front desk turn-over, not sure why. The food is ok, but on my tour it was described as "farm-to-table" and it is more like almost average diner food. The hallways, particulary...
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.
The Lodge at Eagle Ridge is an assisted living community located just outside of Seattle in Renton, Washington. This residential district is conveniently only about 10 miles from the Seattle Tacoma International Airport, making it incredibly easy for family to visit from anywhere in the world....
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The staff is very friendly and helpful. The facility is clean and the apartment has been updated and is nice. The food is not great and they seem to run out of things that are on the menu quite frequently.
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.
Kenmore Senior Living has that Seattle Puget Sound charm known in the Pacific Northwest, and our caring staff is ready to assist you or your loved one. Our senior living community in Kenmore, Washington, has everything you could need in a senior living community. Our studio, one, and two-bedroom...
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Photo of Quail Park of Lynnwood
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After exploring care options my siblings chose Quail Park, both wound up in the dementia area. Both my mother and then my aunt really appreciated the staff, they were great ... as "advertised " My siblings...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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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My Mom [removed name] is a resident there. Although she is new to Avista, she already feels safe and cared for. The staff are so sweet to her. I live in ID so it is comforting to know she is well taken...
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.
At Avista Sumner, our caring and devoted staff work to make each resident feel like family. We are located in beautiful Sumner, Washington, just a short light rail ride south of Seattle. We are very close to downtown Sumner and about four miles west of Lake Tapps.Sumner is a wonderful place to...
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Smaller scale than some of the other retirement places, so more personalized. Great storage in our unit. Maintenance is outstanding. The food leaves much to be desired.
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.
Bonaventure of Woodland is a luxury senior living community in Lacey, WA, offering personalized independent living, assisted living, and memory care programs. It’s our goal to help each of our guests experience retirement perfected, which is why we’ve carefully built communities to help you feel...
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Definitely would recommend to others. Everyone there is so helpful. Especially [name removed] she has helped us and guided us through everything. My mother-in-law is not easy to deal with but they are...
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.
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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Overall has been great. Cleanliness is great. Friendliness is like a 3.5 for front desk, but the other staff are delightful. Quality of care is awesome--they have been right there when mom needed help even...
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.
Welcome to The Lakeshore, an Era Living community. The Lakeshore offers a warm, vibrant lifestyle, a vast array of amenities, rich programming, and exceptional Independent Living and Assisted Living care. The Lakeshore is located on the southern shore of Lake Washington with beautiful panoramic...
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When you walk into the facility it's bright and welcoming. It's always decorated for the different seasons. I'm impressed with the cleanliness of the facility. When I brought my mom in for assessment, the...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Our community, in Olympia, Wash., provides memory care services to seniors in all stages of Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia. Deeply rooted in a person-centered approach, our Alzheimer’s and dementia care is called the Clare Bridge program, where each resident is surrounded by others with...
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STAFF: I would divide administrative and support. I can't count the times I have been touched when seeing Support staff in the 'gathering' room when passing by a resident just reach out and give a comforting...
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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Well, when we came for the initial tour, they talked about having happy hour every Wednesday night but it's actually like a little concert and they have to sit down. They don't really get to mingle so I...
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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.
Conveniently located in downtown Mountlake Terrace just 20 minutes north of Seattle. Mountlake Terrace Plaza is known for delivering a service-enriched lifestyle and high-quality care within a warm, friendly community setting. Explore the area's large parks with walking paths and discover why...
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Rating Bonaventure of Lacey, is overall good. The only reason I give it a 4 is because nothing is perfect. But the good far outweighs the bad here. There are different sizes of rooms and apartments. You can...
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.
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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Yes I would recommend to others , they also have a step down program when you run out of funds to flip over to Medicare. Closer to friends and family
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.
We’re asked to wear a lot of hats in life like loving husband, model employee, and supportive parent, but one of the most challenging roles to fill is caregiver. Caregivers are often forced to walk fine lines, lines like being available to keep an eye on their dad in case he takes another fall,...
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Deer Ridge Memory care is very expensive considering the actual care involved. What it is is an apartment with meals and very little nursing care. So although the staff are friendly and kind I wouldn't call...
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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5 on all. The place is amazing and so are the folks that help him. He really loves the food! The price is great and the staff is amazing. I would recommend Liberty Place to anyone looking for a place. I...
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.
At Liberty Place, we provide thoughtful attention while giving residents the daily assistance they need. We are located in a quiet residential neighborhood near Sinclair Inlet in Port Orchard, Washington. We provides luxurious senior living in a small close knit community that is surrounded by...
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It's going good, it's a really good place. I would recommend them to others who are searching for a place for their loved one.
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.
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 and Assisted Living. Life is good here in our...
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The building is very well kept and inviting and the staff is friendly. My Mom got one of the mid sized rooms and it was a perfect size for her.
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.
Comfortable living arrangements and commitment to service make The Sequoia an attractive community within itself. Residents enjoy living in private apartments—furnished and decorated with their favorite things. Each apartment is designed for safe, comfortable living, with cable TV, a...
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Living here for almost 3 years, I find it supportive, accepting, and stimulating as needed. There are activities to chose from but also privacy when needed. The rood service is good. As a vegetarian I...
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.
We offer senior living in the heart of one of Seattle's most popular neighborhoods, close to the downtown core. Enjoy being part of the historic Ballard neighborhood close to shopping, dining and entertainment. This community is modern yet intimate with a ton of amenities including a theater,...
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Cost of memory care in Dewatto, WA

The average cost of senior living in Dewatto is $5,485 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Tacoma, WA with an average of $5,166 per month.

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

Dewatto, WA
$5,485/mo
$5,409/mo

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

Dewatto, WA
$5,485/mo
U.S. national average
$5,057/mo

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

Memory Care
$5,485/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,989/mo
Studio
$6,799/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,509/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,810/mo

Senior living costs in Dewatto 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: Dewatto, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDewatto, WAWashingtonU.S.
Memory Care$5,485/mo$5,220/mo$5,057/mo
Assisted Living$5,012/mo$5,302/mo$4,784/mo
Independent Living$4,344/mo$4,205/mo$4,247/mo
Memory Care
Dewatto, WA:$5,485/mo
Washington:$5,220/mo
U.S.:$5,057/mo
Assisted Living
Dewatto, WA:$5,012/mo
Washington:$5,302/mo
U.S.:$4,784/mo
Independent Living
Dewatto, WA:$4,344/mo
Washington:$4,205/mo
U.S.:$4,247/mo
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Memory care costs in Dewatto, WA, over time

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

Dewatto, WAWA stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Dewatto, WA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Dewatto 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
Dewatto, WA$8,149/mo$7,496/mo+8.7%
Washington$8,133/mo$7,425/mo+9.5%
National$6,492/mo$6,159/mo+5.4%
Dewatto, WA
2024 average cost:$8,149/mo
2023 average cost:$7,496/mo
Percent change:+8.7%
Washington
2024 average cost:$8,133/mo
2023 average cost:$7,425/mo
Percent change:+9.5%
National
2024 average cost:$6,492/mo
2023 average cost:$6,159/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
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What families are saying about memory care in Dewatto

Recent reviews for memory care in Dewatto

Murano Senior Living in Seattle, WA

4.8
The reason we gave the meals and dining a 3 out of 5 is because - a) meats are overcooked and tough at least half of the time. The exception is seafood which is good; b) small vegetables portions; c) no options for seasoning preferences such as offering mild and spicy versions for specials and ...
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Aegis of Kirkland

5.0
I can confidently rate Aegis of Kirkland a 5 out of 5. My brother and I found Aegis to be very clean in all the common areas as well as private areas. The food is excellent, and the staff is compassionate. They have several activities going on throughout the day. There is something that ...
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The Gardens at Town Square in Bellevue, WA

5.0
My loved one's experience at The Gardens is going great! The facility is clean and the staff is friendly. This is a wonderful place for my loved one to live!

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Compassionate caregivers and staff. Many reviews praise the staff's kindness and dedication to the well-being of residents at various communities. For instance, at Brookdale Harbor Bay, the staff not only ensures residents' physical needs are met but also provides emotional support. At Deer Ridge Memory Care, the staff's atten ...
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Engaging activities tailored to residents. Communities offer a wide range of activities to cater to residents' interests and abilities. At Fieldstone Memory Care Puyallup, activities like singing, games, and crafts encourage socializing and stimulation. At Brookdale Alderwood, residents enjoy weekly outings, gardening classes, and mo ...
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Thoughtful communication between staff and families. Frequent, clear, and effective communication between staff and families is key to maintaining trust and reassurance. At Meridian at Stone Creek, the staff's openness and responsiveness to family concerns helps keep everyone informed and involved in their loved one's care. Families at Brookdal ...
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Cleanliness and maintenance of living spaces. The cleanliness and upkeep of living spaces is a significant factor in residents' satisfaction at numerous communities. At Cogir of Bothell, residents appreciate the pristine bathrooms and well-maintained common areas. At Prestige Senior Living Auburn Meadows, the focus on cleanliness and up ...
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Personalized care and attention. Individualized care and attention is crucial to ensure residents feel valued and supported. At North Creek, the staff's ability to accommodate specific needs and approach each resident with understanding and patience makes a significant difference in their daily lives. At Fieldstone Memory Ca ...
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Excellent food and dining experiences. Quality food and dining experiences contribute to residents' overall satisfaction and comfort. At Cogir of Northgate MC, the chef's accommodations for dietary restrictions and individual preferences ensure residents look forward to meals every day. At Merrill Gardens at Renton Centre, the me ...
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Dewatto review score based on 1,119 family reviews

8.2
Review score267 facilities1119 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 1119 reviews of 267 Dewatto memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Dewatto 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

Dewatto review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Dewatto, WA267 facilities
7.3
Shelton, WA7 facilities
8.3
Herron Island, WA24 facilities

Review subcategories for Dewatto 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 1,119 reviews of 267 Dewatto memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Dewatto 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.
Dewatto, WA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.7
3.9
Friendliness
3.8
4.0
Care services
3.4
3.7
Staff
3.6
3.9
Meals & dining
3.4
3.6
Activities
3.3
3.5
Value for cost*
3.3
3.6
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Dewatto memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dewatto memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dewatto, 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 Dewatto 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 Dewatto that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Dewatto, WANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
80.1%
63.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
36.7%
47%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.6%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.9%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
78.7%
69.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
36.3%
28.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97%
89.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60.3%
59%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
76.4%
69.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Dewatto 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 Dewatto Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Dewatto, WANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
74.9%
71.9%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
56.6%
45.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
55.4%
67.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25.5%
26%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dewatto 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 Dewatto partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dewatto, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
44.2%
27.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
73%
44.3%
No sugar
No sugar
67.4%
41.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
74.9%
49.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
34.5%
21.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Dewatto 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 Dewatto communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dewatto, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
64.4%
31.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
67%
39.7%
Room service
Room service
65.9%
37.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
46.1%
22.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dewatto 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 Dewatto offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dewatto, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
75.3%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
53.2%
32.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
52.1%
28.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
73%
52.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
76%
50.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
79.8%
59.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
69.7%
39.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
65.9%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
67%
36.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
74.5%
46.7%
Live performances
Live performances
75.7%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
58.1%
31.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
44.9%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
73.8%
45.8%
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State regulations for memory care in Dewatto

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 Dewatto protect seniors.
Learn about Washington memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Cogir of Edmonds, Farrington Court and Cogir of Kent are the top-rated memory care facilities near Dewatto, Washington. See full list of communities.
There are 293 memory care facilities near Dewatto, Washington. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Dewatto, Washington are Farrington Court, Cogir of Kent and Cogir of Mill Creek. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 293 memory care facilities near you in Dewatto, Washington typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Dewatto, 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 Dewatto, 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 Dewatto, Washington ranges from $55 to $17250. The average Memory Care cost in Dewatto, Washington is $5,485. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Dewatto, 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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