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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 6947 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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Photo of Acacia Senior 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.
Acacia Senior Home is located in Edmonds, WA in Snohomish County. Our residential care home gives you a great place to live in an area that is truly beautiful. Edmonds offers you views of the Olympic Mountains and the Cascade Range. Those who spend time in this area appreciate all that is there...
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Carlson Care basically kept me informed. The staff called me when they needed things for my loved one, medication, etc. They all kept me updated on my mom's condition, so overall it was a good experience.
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.
Carlson Care We offer specialized medical ability to assist your loved one. Thirty-five years of nursing experience at Sacred Heart Medical Center, Swedish Hospital Surgery, Steven's Memorial Hospital and Emergency Room, R.N. Manager/Supervisor of a Medical Clinic and 15 years as a Provider and...
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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
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.
Photo of The Legacy of Bothell
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.
Happy Days AFH IIHappy Days AFH II is a residential care home located in the stunning port city of Edmonds, Washington, in Snohomish County. Our picturesque community is situated in a quiet neighborhood, not far from Lake Ballinger. The city of Edmonds not only boasts a magnificent view of Puget...
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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.
Cedar View AFH IICedar View AFH II is a residential care home located in Edmonds, WA, in Snohomish County. Edmonds sits right on the beautiful Puget Sound, a vast system of interconnected waterways. Edmonds is north of Seattle and has a view of both the Cascade Range and the Olympic Mountains....
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When we needed a smaller location providing more specific kind of care for Mom, we toured several AFH in the area. Cedar View/Happy Days was welcoming, and able to provide the care we are hoping for as long...
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.
Cedar View provides affordable, accessible 24-hour AWAKE personalized care in a loving family environment. Services are customized to meet each resident's needs. For most adults, maintaining the highest level of independence possible is an important consideration. There are times, however, when...
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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
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.
Ocean Breeze HomeOcean Breeze Home is located in Edmonds, WA in Snohomish County. Our residential care home gives you support when you need it in an area that is beautiful. Those who choose to spend time in Edmonds find that its natural beauty blows them away. Those who are looking for something...
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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: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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.
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.
Vineyard Park at Mountlake Terrace’s assisted living options offer personalized assistance, supportive services and compassionate care in a professionally managed, carefully designed, retirement community setting. It’s the perfect alternative for seniors who can no longer live on their own at...
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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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Camilia's Loving & caring AFH is the most wonderful adult care facility imaginable. Caregivers [Removed] and [Removed] and their family are kind, caring, loving and very compassionate people. My mother...
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.
Camelia’s Loving and Caring AFH is a loving environment to live in. It’s a place where everyone feels loved and wanted. It’s our commitment to provide 24 hour loving care and assure our residents we will always be there to help and care for them. Camelia is a CNA, fully trained, certified health...
Photo of Terrace Manor
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.
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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Photo of Edmonds Vista AFH LLC
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.
Edmonds Vista AFH LLC, in Edmonds, WA, is a residential care home that provides senior care throughout Snohomish County. Easily accessible from the Pacific Highway, the home is situated within close proximity to shopping, restaurants, and entertainment. With Lake Ballinger just a few blocks away,...
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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.
All Rooms private rooms. Facility has three rooms with private bathroom.The other three rooms use two bathrooms in hallways Hallways are very wide and roomy.Back yard is big and wheelchair accessable. Staff is made of compassionate husband and wife who have 28 years of experience in care giving...
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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.
Lona's AFH is located in a quiet neighborhood, surrounded by trees. Also, we have a little creek running in the backyard, creating a homey atmosphere. The house is wheelchair accessible and has private and semi-private rooms with walk in showers.In summer time we can enjoy ourselves outdoors.We...
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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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I have rated the dining experience lower because that is what my sister reports. That may or may not be true. This is a residential care home but it is also serving as a memory care residence for the...
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.
Is your loved one in need of more care than you can provide at home? Happy Family has three private, fully-licensed adult family homes in the Seattle area. We specialize in assisted living services for the elderly and individuals living with Alzheimer's, dementia and medical/mental health...
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Photo of Northwest Home Care
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.
At Bothell-Northwest Family Homes you'll find joy and contentment, fine food, warm, comfortable living in a family atmosphere. You'll savor each day in peace and security, knowing there is a trained staff available 24 hours a day. Meals are prepared by our specially trained staff and special...
Photo of Bright AFH
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.
Bright AFH is a senior care home located in Edmonds, WA, that serves Snohomish County. The home is conveniently located within walking distance from a coffee shop, grocery store, restaurants, and medical center, so residents can access all that they need in minutes. The nearby family fun center...
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My mother was cared for at Acacia Senior Home for over 5 years. The standard of care was amazing - everything was always done safely, well, the home is beautiful, but most of all, each person is cared for...
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.
Acacia Senior Home 2 is located in Edmonds, WA in Snohomish County. This residential care home provides the assistance that you are seeking in a setting that is truly beautiful. From mountain views to green grass, you will find that Edmonds offers much natural beauty. Those who spend time in...
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My Grandma lived at this facility, and was very happy there, we also felt always welcome , the home was always clean , the staff was professional, always friendly, the garden is just beautiful. We highly...
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.
At Bothell-Northwest Family Homes you'll find joy and contentment, fine food, warm, comfortable living in a family atmosphere. You'll savor each day in peace and security, knowing there is a trained staff available 24 hours a day. Meals are prepared by our specially trained staff and special...

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.

Des Moines, WAWA stateNational

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%
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2024 average cost:$5,949/mo
2023 average cost:$5,711/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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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 1,284 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 1284 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 1,284 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
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3.4
Friendliness
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Care services
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Staff
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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
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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
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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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