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Memory care in Yelm 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 Yelm is about $8,564 per month.

To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 166 communities, read 3608 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Olympia, Lacey and University Place.

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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...
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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.
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.
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.
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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.
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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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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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.
Nestled in the heart of Pike Place Market is a treasure just waiting to be discovered — Heritage House at the Market. With panoramic views of Elliot Bay and the Olympic Mountains, Heritage House offers private apartments in a rich urban environment. Staffed 24 hours a day, Heritage House brings...
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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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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.
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 mother was a resident with Bainbridge Senior Living for nearly 10 years, 7 at Madison Avenue and 3 years in the Memory Care unit at Madrona House. The staff are wonderful and caring individuals at both...
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.
The Madrona House is an assisted living community located in the beautiful city of Bainbridge Island, Kitsap County, Washington. Our community offers many cozy comforts of home. Dubbed as one of the Best Places to Live in the United States, Bainbridge offers scenic coastal views and plenty of...
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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.
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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 Yelm, WA

The average cost of senior living in Yelm is $8,564 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Shelton, WA with an average of $7,126 per month.

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

Yelm, WA
$8,564/mo
U.S. national average
$6,999/mo

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

Memory Care
$8,564/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,160/mo
Studio
$6,937/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,644/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,976/mo

Senior living costs in Yelm 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: Yelm, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typeYelm, WAWashingtonU.S.
Memory Care$8,564/mo$8,229/mo$6,999/mo
Assisted Living$7,044/mo$6,480/mo$5,830/mo
Independent Living$4,046/mo$4,089/mo$3,520/mo
Memory Care
Yelm, WA:$8,564/mo
Washington:$8,229/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Assisted Living
Yelm, WA:$7,044/mo
Washington:$6,480/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Independent Living
Yelm, WA:$4,046/mo
Washington:$4,089/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Memory care costs in Yelm, WA, over time

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

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Memory care cost trends in Yelm, WA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Yelm 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 average 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Yelm, WA$8,003/mo$7,682/mo+4.2%
Washington$7,963/mo$7,716/mo+3.2%
National$6,685/mo$6,446/mo+3.7%
Yelm, WA
2024 average cost:$8,003/mo
2023 average cost:$7,682/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
Washington
2024 average cost:$7,963/mo
2023 average cost:$7,716/mo
Percent change:+3.2%
National
2024 average cost:$6,685/mo
2023 average cost:$6,446/mo
Percent change:+3.7%
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What families are saying about memory care in Yelm

Recent reviews for memory care in Yelm

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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Spring Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care in Tacoma, WA

4.0
We are very happy with Spring Ridge. Our Mom is in the memory care facility and she has settled in well! The facility is very nice, clean and the residents are well taken care of.

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

4.5
We had both parents in Memory Care at Mallards Landing most of their time was during COVID. We were very appreciative of the care they received. All protocols and protection were used during lockdown. Out of lockdown we were confident they were being cared for and received genuine caring ...
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Yelm review score based on 724 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 724 reviews of 166 Yelm memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Yelm 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

Yelm review score compared against nearby cities

8.0
Yelm, WA166 facilities
8.1
Tacoma, WA268 facilities
7.5
Shelton, WA19 facilities

Review subcategories for Yelm 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 724 reviews of 166 Yelm memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Yelm 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.
Yelm, WA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.3
3.7
Friendliness
3.3
3.8
Care services
2.9
3.5
Staff
3.2
3.7
Meals & dining
2.9
3.4
Activities
2.9
3.3
Value for cost*
3.0
3.4
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Yelm memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Yelm memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Yelm, 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 Yelm 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 Yelm that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Yelm, WANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
77.7%
63.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
35.5%
47.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.2%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.2%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75.9%
69.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.7%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.4%
89.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
57.2%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
74.7%
69.5%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Yelm 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 Yelm Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Yelm, WANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
72.9%
72.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
52.4%
45.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
49.4%
68%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25.3%
26.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Yelm 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 Yelm partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Yelm, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
39.2%
28%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
68.7%
44.8%
No sugar
No sugar
63.3%
41.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
69.3%
50.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
31.3%
22.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Yelm 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 Yelm communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Yelm, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
57.2%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
61.4%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
59.6%
37.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
44.6%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Yelm 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 Yelm offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Yelm, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
70.5%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
47%
33.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
29%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
73.5%
53.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
71.1%
51.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
78.3%
59.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
64.5%
39.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
61.4%
35.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
62.7%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
69.9%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
70.5%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
53%
32.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40.4%
22.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
68.7%
46.3%
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State regulations for memory care in Yelm

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 Yelm protect seniors.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Prestige Senior Living Rosemont, Merrill Gardens at Wright Park and Farrington Court are the top-rated memory care facilities near Yelm, Washington. See full list of communities.
There are 166 memory care facilities near Yelm, Washington. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Yelm, Washington are Merrill Gardens at Wright Park, Farrington Court and Fieldstone Memory Care Puyallup. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 166 memory care facilities near you in Yelm, Washington typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Yelm, 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 Yelm, 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 Yelm, Washington ranges from $3960 to $10640. The average Memory Care cost in Yelm, Washington is $8,564. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Yelm, Washington typically starts at $3960. 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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