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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 6950 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Seattle, Bellevue and Gig Harbor.

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Photo of Areside 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.
Areside AFH is a senior are home in Lynnwood, WA, which serves Snohomish County. Lynnwood is often called a bedroom community of Seattle, but it is also well known because of its large retail shopping options. It's a nice, quiet place to live and it offers visitors more shopping than they can...
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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.
Abby AFH LLC is located in Lynnwood, WA in Snohomish County. Our residential care home provides the services that you need in an area that you will love to call home. Those who spend time in Lynnwood appreciate what it offers including Alderwood Mall, Clubhouse Golf Center, Alderwood Manor...
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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.
Abab Sweet Home is located in Lynnwood, WA in Snohomish County. This residential care home gives you the care that is right for you in a location that is beautiful and a fun place to call home. Those who spend time in Lynnwood as residents or guests enjoy checking out South Snohomish County...
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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.
Annylysse’s Quality Care AFH is located in Bothell. It is a spacious new home located on one acre of beautiful land in a peaceful country setting.You are invited to visit our home to experience the peace and tranquility of a private Adult Family Home for your loved one. We offer high quality...
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Absolute Care provides a warm, caring, respectful, personal scale home for my mother who is 103 (and one-half). She needs full care in a place that is comforting to her at this stage of her life. 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.
Photo of We Care Adult Family 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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Photo of Amazing Grace AFH III
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.
Amazing Grace AFH IIIAmazing Grace AFH III is located in Edmonds, WA in Snohomish County. This residential care home is available to you in an area that is filled with gorgeous views and great things to see and do. Those who spend time in Edmonds find that it offers breathtaking sights including...
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Sunrise Adult Family Care LLC in Bothell is truly amazing. I could not have found a better home for my mother who needed care and supervision 24 hours a day. In addition to the loving care that I saw from...
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.
General Information Provide for Male and Female Residents All Private Rooms Door Alarm Monitoring System High Speed Internet Available Open Door Visiting Policy Roll-in Showers Safety Features for Memory Loss and Wanderers Smoking Area Provided Television,Cable,Phone access in each Room...
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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.
Rising Sun AFH LLCRising Sun AFH LLC is a senior care home located in Snohomish County, specifically Lynwood, Washington. Conveniently located between the Interstate 5 and Interstate 405, accessing Lynwood is easy and time-efficient. Here you will find great shopping centers, malls, and a...
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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.
The Amazing Grace AFH1 residential care home is located in beautiful Edmonds, Washington, which is just miles north of Seattle, Washington. Edmonds is known for the gorgeous views of the Pugent Sound, Olympic mountains, and Cascade Range. The senior citizens at Amazing Graces AFH1 are treated...
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Photo of Maple Villa 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.
Maple Villa AFH is a senior care home located in the calm city of Lynwood, Washington in the great Snohomish County. Our professionally designed home hosts happy seniors because we are found in the most favorable neighborhood in Lynwood. Our community takes advantage of the beautiful parks around...
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It is a really great place and Gene is very well taken care of. The care is top notch, friendly and very personal to his specific needs. I highly recommend it
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.
GENESIS ADULT FAMILY HOME,LLC has been a family owned and operated residential care provider for the Elderly. Our mission is to provide safe, respectful care that maintains individual integrity, independence, and assures quality of life in a home environment and exceeds the expectations of loved...
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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.
Brightlight care AFH LLC is a licensed,RN owned and managed adult family home in Edmonds, WA. We’re committed to provide the best quality care for our residents and treat each resident with compassion, dignity and respect. We offer specialized care to our residents in our home where the residents...
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Mom ended up at Happy Days AFH, (now Hebron House) not Cedar View which was the original plan. Can't say enough about the loving and professional care she has experienced @ Hebron House. Celebrated her 97th...
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 had a very good and positive experience with Amazing Grace AFH. They are excellent! They are very thorough and I honestly cannot think of a single negative thing to say about Amazing Grace.
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.
Amazing Grace Adult Family Home II is located in picturesque Edmonds, WA. We offer a variety of services tailored for you and your loved one, including Residential Care, Memory Care, Hospice Care, and Respite Care. We pride ourselves on having a friendly, caring staff to serve residents which...
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I cannot say enough good words about this beautiful, amazing group family home. These two ladies, [name removed] and [name removed] are clothed with compassion, kindness, gentleness, humility, and patience....
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.
Canna Court Adult Family Home is a senior home that has been built and designed to provide seniors and their families with a comfortable home to reside in while taking advantage of the services it offers. The nursing home is located in Olympia, Washington and specializes in Alzheimer's memory...
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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.
We have been serving our seniors for 15 years since December 1999. We have received much praise and recommendations from our clients. Our goal at Tessa's Adult Care Home is to provide a healthy environment for individuals choosing an alternative to nursing homes or assisted living. Your needs are...
Photo of Aquarius Loving Care, 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.
Aquarius Loving Care, AFH is located in Lynnwood, WA, which sits in Snohomish County. Lynnwood is a smaller city within Washington and it is known as a suburb of Seattle. It is also often called a hub city because of all the retail shopping that is available within the town. It is a nice, quiet...
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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.
Hidden away in a mix of a city-like setting, suburban and small city crossroads, all inside a bedroom community, lies Serenity Heights, a residential care home, located in Lynnwood, Washington. Serenity Heights is dedicated to meeting the needs of seniors in Snohomish County and surrounding...
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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.
Dignity Life is located in the amazing Bothell, WA area. As a premier assisted living facility, we specialize in dealing with those who have dementia and need assisted living or residential care. With strong Principles of Service, Dignify life is able to provide our residents and their families'...
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The people are very nice. They do have a dog on site which bites. I don't think it bites the people that are living there, but people that visit. (Probably just protecting loved ones like any good house...
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.
Golden Valley AFH is a senior residential care home that is located in the capital state of Olympia, WA and in Thurston county. Olympia is located on the Budd Inlet and is just a few miles East of the large Capital State Forest, which spans over hundreds of miles. The group home setting itself 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.
Santo Niño specializes in providing elderly, dementia, post-CVA, diabetic, and hospice care. As a licensed nurse and previously a doctor in the Philippines, I’ve had extensive experience in caring for the elderly. This includes 20 years of medical experience as well as hospital and nursing home...
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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.
Harmony Place Adult Family HomeHarmony Place Adult Family Home is a senior residential care home that is located in the large city of Lynnwood, WA and in Snohomish county. Lynnwood is the fourth largest county in the whole state and is situated on the coast line of the Possession Lake. The group...
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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.
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.

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%
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 1,288 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 1288 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

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Des Moines, WA973 facilities
8.2
Bremerton, WA987 facilities
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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 1,288 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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Friendliness
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Care services
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Staff
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Meals & dining
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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%
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24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
75.3%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.6%
97.7%
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*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%
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Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
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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%
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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.
Des Moines, WANational
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%
18.5%
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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.
Des Moines, WANational
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
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