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Memory care in Island County 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 Island County is about $5,542 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 298 communities, read 3904 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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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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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 great place to call home! At ALC, we honor the commitments we make to our residents and their families. Our goal is to enhance our resident’s quality of life by providing a warm, caring environment that fosters independence, dignity and choice of each resident. Our residents are often seen...
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.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
Comfort and care has an address – and it’s The Terraces at Skyline.It’s nice to know there’s a special place that offers exceptional care for every stage of life. Open since 2009, Skyline is a not-for-profit community nestled in the heart of the city. As Seattle’s only true Life Care community...
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In behalf of Lynn Cicelski and her family, We are so grateful and amazed of the care that you provided for Lynn’s 30 day recovering at Bremerton Belmont Terrace facility. Every employee provided the kindest...
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: 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.
Welcome to The Inn at Belle Harbour, where those living with the challenges of memory loss are welcomed to a world built around loving care, modern dementia practices, and urban sophistication. Belle Harbour is the pinnacle of memory care in the city of Bellevue and its surrounding region,...
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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.
Cannon House, with 100 assisted living units and 20 senior independent apartments, is located in the heart of Seattle's Central District. This modern, spacious facility was opened in 2002 with the intent to provide first rate and affordable services that would allow all seniors to remain close...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Nikkei Manor Assisted Living offers an inviting community for older adults who want to maintain a lifestyle of active choice. Free from worries about everyday tasks, our residents have the time to enjoy the friendship of a new neighbor, a visit from a grandchild, a gardening project on a sunny...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Welcome to The Park at Belle Harbour, where modern luxury meets urban sophistication. Belle Harbour is the pinnacle of independent and assisted living in the city of Bellevue and its surrounding region, delivering world-class service & care, community craftsmanship, and unprecedented...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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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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.
Admiral Heights is located in the heart of West Seattle close to services, restaurants, parks and shopping. Our goal at Admiral Heights is to meet each residents needs while maintaining the highest level of choice and independence. Each resident selects a care program that is unique to their...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: 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.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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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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.

Cost of memory care in Island County, WA

The average cost of senior living in Island County is $5,542 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Whidbey Island Station, WA with an average of $5,131 per month.

Memory care costs in Island County, WA, vs. nearby counties

Island County, WA
$5,549/mo

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

Island County, WA
$5,549/mo
U.S. national average
$5,015/mo

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

Memory Care
$5,549/mo

Memory care costs in Island County, WA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,213/mo
Studio
$7,033/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,879/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,500/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$12,150/mo

Senior living costs in Island County 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: Island County, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typeIsland County, WAWashingtonU.S.
Memory Care$5,549/mo$5,198/mo$5,015/mo
Assisted Living$5,428/mo$5,280/mo$4,753/mo
Independent Living$4,619/mo$4,184/mo$4,212/mo
Memory Care
Island County, WA:$5,549/mo
Washington:$5,198/mo
U.S.:$5,015/mo
Assisted Living
Island County, WA:$5,428/mo
Washington:$5,280/mo
U.S.:$4,753/mo
Independent Living
Island County, WA:$4,619/mo
Washington:$4,184/mo
U.S.:$4,212/mo
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Memory care costs in Island County, WA, over time

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

Island County, WAWA stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Island County, WA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Island County 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
Island County, WA$8,394/mo$8,032/mo+4.5%
Washington$8,130/mo$7,427/mo+9.5%
National$6,485/mo$6,147/mo+5.5%
Island County, WA
2024 average cost:$8,394/mo
2023 average cost:$8,032/mo
Percent change:+4.5%
Washington
2024 average cost:$8,130/mo
2023 average cost:$7,427/mo
Percent change:+9.5%
National
2024 average cost:$6,485/mo
2023 average cost:$6,147/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 Island County

Recent reviews for memory care in Island County

Brookdale Stanwood

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

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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Island County review score based on 865 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 865 reviews of 254 Island County memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Island County 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

Island County review score compared against nearby cities

8.0
Island County, WA254 facilities
8.2
Coupeville, WA10 facilities
8.5
Kayak Point, WA7 facilities

Review subcategories for Island County 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 865 reviews of 254 Island County memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Island County 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.
Island County, WA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.0
4.0
Friendliness
4.1
4.1
Care services
3.6
3.8
Staff
3.9
4.0
Meals & dining
3.6
3.7
Activities
3.5
3.6
Value for cost*
3.6
3.7
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Island County memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Island County memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Island County, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Island County 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 Island County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Island County, WANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
72%
63.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
29.9%
46.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98%
82.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.8%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
71.3%
69.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
32.7%
28%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.9%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60.6%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
67.7%
69.2%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Island County 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 Island County Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Island County, WANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
66.9%
71.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
45%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50.4%
67.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
24%
25.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Island County 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 Island County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Island County, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
36.6%
27.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
66.5%
44.1%
No sugar
No sugar
61%
40.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
67.3%
49.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
32.3%
21.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Island County 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 Island County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
60.2%
31.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
62.2%
39.4%
Room service
Room service
61.4%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
39.4%
22.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Island County 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 Island County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Island County, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
68.1%
44.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50.4%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
48%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
65%
52.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
69.3%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
72.4%
59.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
61.4%
38.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
59.8%
35.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
61.8%
36.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
68.1%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
68.5%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
48.8%
31.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
38.6%
21.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
68.5%
45.6%
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State regulations for memory care in Island County

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