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Assisted living costs in Darknell average about $6,256 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 116 communities in Darknell. Our detailed directory has 1353 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Spokane, Spokane Valley and Post Falls.

Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses. 

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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.
For exceptional senior living for active folks over 55 to assisted living and care for the elderly, Fairwood Retirement Village near Spokane is the place to be. Twenty acres surrounded by evergreens and meadows puts an entirely new meaning on safe, maintenance free senior lifestyles. We offer the...
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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.
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Everybody with Wellspring Meadows Assisted Living has been very pleasant. They take very good care of things and leave nothing outstanding. Everybody there has been very friendly and helpful.
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.
?Located in Hayden, Idaho, Wellspring Meadows Assisted Living Facility consists of two homes (Syringa and Buttercup) on an exclusive 2.2-acre residential cul-de-sac. This long-term care community maintains a quiet environment that consists of covered porches, heated walk ways, patio furniture,...
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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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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.
Photo of Maplewood
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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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: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Alpine Adult Estates is a clean and caring assisted living facility located in Deer Park, WA. We know how hard it is to make the decision of where your loved ones will get the best quality of life. That is why our staff is dedicated to providing the very best in senior care. We all want the...
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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.
The Courtyard at Colfax is a 45 bed community that caters to the elderly, ages 60 and over. We believe taking care of our resident’s needs and preferences is our number one priority. We have trained staff to assist each resident in their own special ways with their own unique needs. We serve...
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My mother-in-law is here. I am a PhD research scientist and my wife is a physician. We would not have chosen this place if it was not good. Not only is it good, but it is absolutely wonderful. I have nothing...
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.
FAMILY OWNED & OPERATED QUIET COUNTRY SETTING ELDERLY...
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Precious Elders AFH, in Pullman, WA, is a luxurious residential care home that serves Whitman County. Located in a suburban setting with Terreview Park right in its backyard, residents can enjoy nature walks whenever they please. With Washington State University just a few miles away, Pullman is...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Gentle Hands with Grace LLC is a residential care home located in rural Pullman, Washington in Whitman County. Located an hour and hAssisted Living drive south of Spokane, Washington, the city has a population of 31,682 residents. The city is about 20 miles west of the Idaho border and includes...

Cost of assisted living in Darknell, WA

The average cost of senior living in Darknell is $6,256 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pullman, WA with an average of $5,939 per month.

Assisted living costs in Darknell, WA, vs. state and national averages

Darknell, WA
$6,256/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Darknell, WA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$6,256/mo
$7,266/mo

Assisted living costs in Darknell, WA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,502/mo
Studio
$4,716/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,314/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,342/mo

Senior living costs in Darknell 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: Darknell, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDarknell, WAWashingtonU.S.
Assisted Living$6,256/mo$6,480/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,266/mo$8,229/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$3,772/mo$4,089/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Darknell, WA:$6,256/mo
Washington:$6,480/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Darknell, WA:$7,266/mo
Washington:$8,229/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Darknell, WA:$3,772/mo
Washington:$4,089/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Darknell, WA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Darknell 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.

Darknell, WAWA stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Darknell, WA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Darknell 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Darknell, WA$6,106/mo$6,154/mo-0.8%
Washington$5,949/mo$5,711/mo+4.2%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Darknell, WA
2024 average cost:$6,106/mo
2023 average cost:$6,154/mo
Percent change:-0.8%
Washington
2024 average cost:$5,949/mo
2023 average cost:$5,711/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
National
2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Darknell, WA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Darknell.

What families are saying about assisted living in Darknell

Recent reviews for assisted living in Darknell

Classy Retreat in Spokane, WA

5.0
We only had a brief experience with Classy Retreat, but overall I feel like they did a very good job. The care staff were very kind and professional, and in general they were very easy to work with. The facility itself was always clean and well kept. We would recommend it others looking into ...
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Vineyard Park South Hill in Spokane, WA

4.4
This place is incredible, really. My experience looking at different facilities was truly eye-opening. The facilities were on par money-wise but were dreary and very institutional. Sapphire at Moran Vista is comfortable and warm feeling. The staff are pretty much all great and very personable. ...
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Cornerstone Court in Spokane, WA

5.0
When we knew we would need to find a place for Mom to live we looked at several places, ranging from small group homes to large care facilities. Cornerstone Court was our first tour and when we thought we might have made a decision we decided to visit Cornerstone again. On our second visit we ...
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Darknell review score based on 212 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 212 reviews of 116 Darknell assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Darknell review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

Darknell review score compared against nearby cities

8.0
Darknell, WA116 facilities
8.2
Davenport, WA83 facilities
8.8
Pullman, WA14 facilities

Review subcategories for Darknell assisted living

When assisted living 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 212 reviews of 116 Darknell assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Darknell resident and family assisted living 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.
Darknell, WA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.1
3.4
Friendliness
3.2
3.5
Care services
3.0
3.2
Staff
3.0
3.4
Meals & dining
2.9
3.1
Activities
2.9
3.1
Value for cost*
2.9
3.1
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Darknell assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Darknell assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Darknell, 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 Darknell assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Darknell 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
68.1%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
34.5%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
75.9%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.6%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
69%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
14.7%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
87.1%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
48.3%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
71.6%
53%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Darknell assisted living

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 Darknell Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Darknell, WANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
71.6%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
25%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
56%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.7%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Darknell assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Darknell partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10.3%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.5%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
31%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
57.8%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.4%
19.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Darknell assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Darknell communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
19%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
26.7%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
26.7%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.4%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Darknell assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Darknell offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
31%
47.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20.7%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.1%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55.2%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
39.7%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
56%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.6%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25.9%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
26.7%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.3%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
31%
48%
Dances
Dances
18.1%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.1%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28.4%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Darknell

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. 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 assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Darknell protect seniors.
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