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Assisted living costs in Des Moines average about $6,605 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 973 communities in Des Moines. Our detailed directory has 6946 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Seattle, Bellevue and Gig Harbor.

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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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: 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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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.
One of the greatest mistakes an individual, or group of individuals can make is to fail at tending to the needs of beloved family members. This is not only one of the worst types of negligence, but also something that will cause guilt and turmoil in the long-term. As adults, it is our...
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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
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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: 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.
West Bellevue Senior Care is an adult family home care licensed by the Washington state Department of Social and Health Services to provide care for seniors. We are dedicated to offering a comfortable, respectful, friendly, and loving family-like environment with expert quality care for four...
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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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They were wonderful. Lito really bent over backwards to take care of my loved one. I was really touched with how he was, it's hard to be in that business and get attached to these people and then they die. I...
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.
Grace Joy Adult Family Home is a group home for senior citizens as well as younger adults who might need extra attention. The staff at the facility provides exceptional care for dementia patients. There is staff at the facility 24 hours a day, and emergency services are offered. A doctor is on...
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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.
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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.
Ideal Care Homes offer a five star Assisted Living and Nursing care in a residential neighborhood.  These adjacent homes were built and designed from ground up as a warm, relaxing and homey residence for long or short term custodial and nursing care.  We are a unique blend of...
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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
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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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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.
Renaissance Court Adult Family Home is a state licensed home owned and operated by Licensed Nursing Home Administrators. We believe that being an elder in the community is priceless and a valuable resource to their family, loved ones and community. Our mission is to aide each elder that we care...
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I found this AFH for my mother through a referral agency that highly recommended them, and a stellar review from the daughter of another resident. It is owned and operated by an RN with over 10 years...
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.
Harmony Care AFH is a senior care home located in the beautiful Bellevue city, Washington in the Eastside area of King County. Our home is known for its ideal positioning in a generous neighborhood full of great infrastructure. All our seniors are assured easy access to national hospitals, both...
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This is a great place! The facility is very clean and the staff do what they can to cater to my father's needs and requests. Every time I go to see him, he looks just great! I have no complaints about this...
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.
Cascades Adult Family Home is run by a Registered Nurse (RN) that has over 20 years of senior care experience.Cascades Adult Family Home is located in a beautiful and safe location with a view of Lake Sammamish and the Cascade Mountains. Cascades Adult Family Home offers a family-like environment...
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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.
NC AFH is not an institution....it is a home of loving care and refined living for your dear ones who deserve the best. Our goals are to keep residents healthy and happy and help them to remain as independent for as long as possible. NC AFH is owned and managed by husband and wife team who have...
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The food at this care home is homemade and mom seems to like the majority of it. The home is kept clean and there is always someone there to take care of her. I would recommend this care home.
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.
Private Nursing Care has been operating in Issaquah since 1992. This 4200 sq ft home is located on a beautiful private acre and a half, just minutes from the I-90. We provide long term care for the elderly. Our goal is to provide a safe family environment much like being in your own home. ...
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
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.
COME LIVE WITH US Lakeside Manor Adult Family Home, nestled in the outskirts of Enumclaw,WA, upon 10 beautiful acres offering superior care for our elderly citizens. Lakeside Manor services all levels of care including,Alzheimer's, Dementia, Hospice,Diabetes.
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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.
Grace Gentle Care is an adult care home located in Bellevue, Washington. We offer housing for senior citizens and adults with special needs such as dementia or Alzheimer's. Here at Grace Gentle Care we believe in providing as independent a life as possible for you or your loved ones. We believe...
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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.
T&R Adult Family Home provides professional senior care and is located in Issaquah, Wash. The living conditions are exquisite at our senior living community. Residence enjoy having a spacious living room and a very comfortable bedroom. They will also have a dining room that has access to a...
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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.
We, at Elderly Wellness Adult Family Home, strive to offer the best care services in a home like environment.Our staff is highly trained, very knowledgeable and handpicked to fit our vision. Quality of life is very important to us, and you will be able to quickly notice that: from an upgraded and...
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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.
Our goal when we opened this facility was to provide a home like atmosphere and environment that is full of happiness and enjoyment. We wanted a place where people would receive the best care getting their physical needs met, while at the same time having their mind and spirit enriched. Our motto...

Cost of assisted living in Des Moines, WA

The average cost of senior living in Des Moines is $6,605 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Tacoma, WA with an average of $5,898 per month.

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

Des Moines, WA
$6,605/mo
U.S. national average
$5,909/mo

Assisted living costs in Des Moines, WA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$6,605/mo
$7,981/mo

Assisted living costs in Des Moines, WA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,380/mo
Studio
$4,420/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,630/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,345/mo

Senior living costs in Des Moines 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: Des Moines, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDes Moines, WAWashingtonU.S.
Assisted Living$6,605/mo$6,529/mo$5,909/mo
Memory Care$7,981/mo$8,261/mo$7,121/mo
Independent Living$4,337/mo$4,100/mo$3,532/mo
Assisted Living
Des Moines, WA:$6,605/mo
Washington:$6,529/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Memory Care
Des Moines, WA:$7,981/mo
Washington:$8,261/mo
U.S.:$7,121/mo
Independent Living
Des Moines, WA:$4,337/mo
Washington:$4,100/mo
U.S.:$3,532/mo
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Assisted living costs in Des Moines, WA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Des Moines 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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Assisted living cost trends in Des Moines, WA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Des Moines 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
Des Moines, WA$5,981/mo$5,837/mo+2.5%
Washington$5,949/mo$5,711/mo+4.2%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Des Moines, WA
2024 average cost:$5,981/mo
2023 average cost:$5,837/mo
Percent change:+2.5%
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 Des Moines, 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 Des Moines.

What families are saying about assisted living in Des Moines

Recent reviews for assisted living in Des Moines

Aegis of Greenwood in Seattle, WA

5.0
The staff in the memory care unit was as caring as any staff could be,. They took my dad on trips as long as he was able. But don't think that you can leave all the care of your loved one up to any staff. Visit your loved one often. Also all memory care places are more than willing to let you ...
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1 Joyful Adult Family Home in Mountlake Terrace, WA

5.0
Hello, I would like to share my experience. I came here to give my elderly grandma a home. The owners very nice . A few weeks later my grandma told me they take good care of her. She said they give her good food at the dinner table and watched TV together. They took care of any need she had. I ...
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Rose Park Manor, RN in Kenmore, WA

5.0
The staff at this community are helpful and friendly. The food was ok, however I wish they would have asked my mom what her preferences were with regards to her diet. The price was a little high. They keep the community clean and I would recommend it.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Diligent and communicative staff. Many reviews highlight the friendly, attentive, and responsive nature of staff members at various communities, such as Merrill Gardens at Renton Centre, who go above and beyond to ensure families are informed about their loved ones' care. At the Meridian at Stone Creek, staff consistently ma ...
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Welcoming and homelike atmosphere. Several residents and families praise the warm and inviting atmosphere at different communities, such as Prestige Senior Living Auburn Meadows, where staff members create a family like environment that makes residents feel at ease and comfortable. At The Lodge at Eagle Ridge, the homey feeli ...
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Thoughtfully designed common areas. Residents and their families appreciate the thoughtful layout and design of common areas at different communities, such as Merrill Gardens at Auburn, which include comfortable seating, lovely views, and ample space for socializing and enjoying activities. At Arbor Village, the cozy living ro ...
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Individualized care plans for diverse needs. Reviews for various communities, like Brookdale Foundation House, emphasize the importance of personalized care plans that cater to each resident's unique needs and preferences. At The Lodge at Eagle Ridge, staff members work closely with residents and their families to create customized car ...
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Delicious and nutritious meals. Throughout the reviews, residents and their families express their satisfaction with the quality and variety of meals offered at different communities, such as Merrill Gardens at Tukwila, which accommodates dietary restrictions and individual preferences to create delicious and nutritious dini ...
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Engaging and age-appropriate activities. Communities like Meridian at Stone Creek offer a wide range of engaging and age-appropriate activities tailored to the interests and abilities of residents, from arts and crafts to fitness classes and social events. These activities help create a vibrant and fulfilling community lifestyle.
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Des Moines review score based on 1,283 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 1283 reviews of 973 Des Moines assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Des Moines 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

Des Moines review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Des Moines, WA973 facilities
8.2
Bremerton, WA987 facilities
8.0
Everett, WA419 facilities

Review subcategories for Des Moines 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 1,283 reviews of 973 Des Moines assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Des Moines 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.
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Cleanliness
3.4
3.4
Friendliness
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Care services
3.1
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Staff
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3.3
Meals & dining
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Activities
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Des Moines assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Des Moines assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Des Moines, 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 Des Moines 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 Des Moines 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
80.6%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
53%
34.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
75.3%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.6%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
80.3%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
21.4%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
90.3%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
63.2%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in Des Moines 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 Des Moines Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
82.1%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
31.3%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
65.7%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Des Moines 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 Des Moines 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
19.6%
28.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
47%
42.2%
No sugar
No sugar
44.5%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
75.9%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
28.2%
19.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Des Moines 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 Des Moines communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
21.6%
32.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.7%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
37.8%
38%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
29.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Des Moines 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 Des Moines offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
31.4%
47.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
19.7%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.5%
31.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51.6%
50.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.8%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63.7%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.4%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.9%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
24.6%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38%
48%
Live performances
Live performances
34.7%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
26.1%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15%
25.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.5%
47.2%
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State regulations for assisted living in Des Moines

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 Des Moines protect seniors.
Learn about Washington assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Angels' Arms LLC, Comfort Zone Adult Family Home and Merrill Gardens at Wright Park are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Des Moines, Washington. See full list of communities.
There are 973 assisted living facilities near Des Moines, Washington. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Des Moines, Washington are Merrill Gardens at Wright Park, Fieldstone Memory Care Puyallup and Farrington Court. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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