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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in South Seattle, WA

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Memory care in South Seattle 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 South Seattle is about $5,344 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 90 communities, read 958 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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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.
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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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, 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.
The Hearthstone is an assisted living community located in the beautiful neighborhood of Green Lake in Seattle, King County, Washington. Our scenic community overlooks lush green city parks and the calm waters of Green Lake, providing a natural oasis in the heart of the city. Seattle is a modern,...
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 a premier retirement and assisted living community committed to providing seniors with a place they can truly call home. The Lodge provides an array of features from unique apartment settings, restaurant style dinning choices, upscale décor, banquet and catering...
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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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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.
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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.
You come first. That’s what we truly believe at Vashon Community Care (VCC). All of our senior living programs and services are designed to support who you are and the way you want to live.Every aspect of our daily schedule is specially tailored for each individual resident, emphasizing your...
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The staff is very observant and has contacted me when things seem off. The staff is kind and caring and plays games with the residence. My loved one loves the food and really enjoys it. I would recommend...
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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Cost of memory care in South Seattle, WA

The average cost of senior living in South Seattle is $5,344 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Renton, WA with an average of $5,206 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in South Seattle, WA vs. nearby cities

South Seattle, WA
$5,344/mo
$5,339/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in South Seattle, WA vs. the state and national average

South Seattle, WA
$5,344/mo
U.S. national average
$4,857/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in South Seattle vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$5,344/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in South Seattle, WA by room type

Semi-Private
$5,021/mo
Studio
$4,693/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,457/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,733/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,275/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in South Seattle over time

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What families are saying about memory care in South Seattle

Recent reviews for memory care in South Seattle

Aegis at Marymoor in Redmond

4.5
I have not had a lot of experience with facilities but visited 5. Aegis at Marymoor seemed small and homey. The staff are all very friendly and interested in the residents. They try to customize activities when possible. I don’t have any concerns and my wife with dementia considers it her home ...
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Regency Newcastle

4.8
Really enjoyed my stay. Wonderful staff. Breakfast is served a little to early for me.I really like the varirty of activities. I was at Newcastle 14 days i met a lot of nice people with each of them having an interesting story to tell.

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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South Seattle review score based on 211 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 211 reviews of 83 South Seattle memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The South Seattle 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

South Seattle review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
South Seattle, WA83 facilities
8.2
Mercer Island, WA95 facilities
8.0
Seattle, WA106 facilities

Review subcategories for South Seattle 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 211 reviews of 83 South Seattle memory care communities. This chart helps you compare South Seattle 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
4.6
4.4
Friendliness
4.8
4.5
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.7
4.4
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.3
4.0
Value for cost*
4.2
4.0
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South Seattle memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Seattle memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Seattle, 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 South Seattle 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 South Seattle 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
78.3%
65.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
38.6%
48.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.6%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.6%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
80.7%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
38.6%
28.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.4%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
63.9%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
75.9%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in South Seattle 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 South Seattle Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
South Seattle, WANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
73.5%
74.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
54.2%
46.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
56.6%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
19.3%
26.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in South Seattle 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 South Seattle partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
South Seattle, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
48.2%
28%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
72.3%
44.9%
No sugar
No sugar
67.5%
41.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
73.5%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
28.9%
19.1%
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Availability of select dining options in South Seattle 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 South Seattle communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
South Seattle, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
71.1%
32.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
72.3%
40.2%
Room service
Room service
67.5%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
57.8%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Seattle 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 South Seattle offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
75.9%
45.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
53%
33.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
60.2%
28.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
68.7%
54.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
74.7%
51.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
80.7%
61%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
71.1%
39.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
69.9%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
69.9%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
74.7%
47.6%
Live performances
Live performances
74.7%
47.9%
Dances
Dances
55.4%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
55.4%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
73.5%
46.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Merrill Gardens at Wright Park, Cogir of Edmonds and Brookdale West Seattle are the top-rated memory care facilities near South Seattle, Washington. See full list of communities.

There are 90 memory care facilities near South Seattle, Washington. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in South Seattle, Washington are Merrill Gardens at Wright Park, Cogir of Edmonds and Brookdale West Seattle. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 90 memory care facilities near you in South Seattle, Washington typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in South Seattle, 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 South Seattle, 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 South Seattle, Washington ranges from $1200 to $15620. The average Memory Care cost in South Seattle, Washington is $5,344. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in South Seattle, Washington typically starts at $1200. 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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