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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Downs, WA

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Assisted living costs in Downs average about $4,765 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 33 communities in Downs. Our detailed directory has 143 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. 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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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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Cost of assisted living in Downs, WA

The average cost of senior living in Downs is $4,765 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Malden, WA with an average of $2,428 per month.

Assisted living costs in Downs, WA, vs. nearby cities

Downs, WA
$4,765/mo
$4,695/mo

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

Downs, WA
$4,765/mo
U.S. national average
$4,740/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,765/mo
$5,198/mo

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

Semi-Private
$7,149/mo
Private
$8,000/mo
Studio
$6,121/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,780/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,420/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,037/mo

Senior living costs in Downs 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: Downs, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDowns, WAWashingtonU.S.
Assisted Living$4,765/mo$5,256/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$5,198/mo$5,141/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living$3,203/mo$4,146/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Downs, WA:$4,765/mo
Washington:$5,256/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Downs, WA:$5,198/mo
Washington:$5,141/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Downs, WA:$3,203/mo
Washington:$4,146/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
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Assisted living costs in Downs, WA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Downs 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 Downs, WA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Downs 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 median 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
Downs, WA$4,750/mo$7,244/mo-34.4%
Washington$5,739/mo$5,450/mo+5.3%
National$5,264/mo$5,091/mo+3.4%
Downs, WA
2024 average cost:$4,750/mo
2023 average cost:$7,244/mo
Percent change:-34.4%
Washington
2024 average cost:$5,739/mo
2023 average cost:$5,450/mo
Percent change:+5.3%
National
2024 average cost:$5,264/mo
2023 average cost:$5,091/mo
Percent change:+3.4%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Downs, 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 Downs.

What families are saying about assisted living in Downs

Recent reviews for assisted living in Downs

Classy Retreat in Spokane, WA

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

4.8
From the get go, the staff was on their toes. Everyone had a job to do, and the ease with which we were able to move our friend into a room was seamless. There was compassion in their agenda.

Brookdale Nine Mile in Spokane, WA

5.0
On all 8 items I would have to give top scores. 5 across the board. I found all the folks at Brookdale to be friendly and helpful, and the health care staff were awesome. My only concern was that they should have been in more of an acute care facility. Their needs were more than the average ...
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Downs assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Downs assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Downs, 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 Downs 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 Downs that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Downs, WANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
57.7%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
15.4%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
73.1%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
88.5%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
57.7%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
15.4%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
84.6%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
57.7%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Downs 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 Downs Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Downs, WANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
57.7%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
15.4%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
34.6%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
19.2%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Downs 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 Downs partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Downs, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
7.7%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.8%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
23.1%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19.2%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Downs 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 Downs communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Downs, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
7.7%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
26.9%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
23.1%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.7%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Downs 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 Downs offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Downs, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
23.1%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
19.2%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
7.7%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
34.6%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
26.9%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.2%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.9%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
19.2%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
7.7%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
26.9%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
19.2%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
7.7%
30.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
19.2%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Downs

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

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