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Assisted living costs in Elma average about $5,428 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 131 communities in Elma. Our detailed directory has 1172 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Olympia, Tumwater and Aberdeen.

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

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Provides: 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.
Northcliff Place is an adult family home located in Shelton, Washington. Here at Northcliff our staff specializes in Alzheimer and Dementia care and we are armed with the knowledge and abilities to make your stay comfortable and safe. As an assisted living home it is of the utmost importance...
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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.
SIM Adult Family Home is an assisted living facility in a quite residential neighborhood of Tumwater, WA. This facility offers its residents the care they need for the rest of their lives, so they don't have to worry about living in a foster home, paying bills, mortgages, or seeing their health...
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Riverside Place was really good. My father loved it there. They did a very nice job except for his diet. He's on a renal diet and it didn't fit him there.
Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
A great place to call home! We honor the commitments we make to our residents and their families. Our goal is to enhance our resident's quality of life by providing a warm, caring environment that fosters independence, dignity and choice of each resident. Our residents are often seen relaxing by...
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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.
Located in Tumwater, Washington, Tumwater Meadows Adult Family Home prides itself on its 'non-institutional' approach to caring for senior citizens into their old age. We strive to create a comfortable, enjoyable environment for our patrons while retaining their independence through activities...
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My father is 94, old and frail, and I feel completely assured that he is being given the best of care in a warm and loving environment. He likes the food, and the staff. I like it that they keep him warm...
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.
Cassidy's Adult Family HomeCassidy's Adult Family Home is located in Tumwater, WA in Thurston County. This residential care home provides daily support to you in an area that is beautiful. Those who spend time in Tumwater and Thurston County appreciate the natural beauty that is available there....
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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.
A Place Called Home has seven locations throughout the beautiful states of Kentucky and Tennessee. Located in the mid-west, seniors can enjoy the seasonal weather and beautiful sites. The globally acknowledged senior care provider has sophisticated living environments, as well as their top notch...
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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 Adult Ohana Home, in Olympia, WA, is a residential care home that serves Thurston County. Residing in a small and cozy rural area, residents can enjoy the beauty and wonder of the Washington wilderness, while relaxing in a comfortable and safe home. The Olympia Little Theater is just a couple...
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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.
ParkPlace Home Care is the perfect alternative for assisted living or nursing home living. Our place offers the benefits of receiving the appropriate level of care while having all comforts of home. It looks and function just like a residential home, while equipped to meet all handicapped...
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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
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.
Park Place was uniquely designed and custom built for an Adult family Home. Our large open floor plan allows for plenty of room to relax as well as privacy for special events or gatherings. All 6 of our Resident Rooms are private with attached bath. Our caring staff has over 30 years combined...
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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.
Few places are as stunningly beautiful as the Pacific Northwest. Fewer still encompass the gracious lifestyle, peace of mind and opportunities of Panorama. Located in Lacey, Washington on a beautiful 120-acre campus near the picturesque state capital of Olympia, Panorama is an evergreen oasis,...
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This is a nic community for my mom. This is a small community. She is very happy with the meals and that they do ask her eqach day what she is wanting daily. They do have a small variety of activities....
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.
Oak Wood Haven AFH is located in Centralia, WA as part of Lewis County. This residential care home sits in a city with a small population that was a stopover point for stagecoaches in pioneer days. Today, it's the hAssisted Living way point between Tacoma and Kalama. Centralia is a nice, quite...
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The Peace Adult Family Home community is Very nice. It's always comfortable, clean, and they're always cooking. The Peace Adult Family Home facility is a nice place. I would recommend it to anyone.
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 Peace Adult Family Care Home is a 24 hour care center with the comforts of a home. Here we provide the care and attention your loved one and family needs and deserves. We take great pride in accommodating and pleasing their residents as well as members of the residents’ family. We provide...
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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.
Dodd's Adult Family CareDodd's Adult Family Care is a senior care home in Olympia, WA, that serves the Thurston County area. Located in the hub of Olympia, residents can enjoy fine dining, shopping, and nightlife all within walking distance. For the nature enthusiasts, Woodland Creek 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.
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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.
We are providing 24/7 compassionate care to senior adults with certain medical conditions such as: Alzheimer's, Dementia, Parkinson, Stroke, Diabetes (Treated with medication), Special diet, Wheelchair or Bed bound, Incontinence and Terminal Illness, Mental Health. Care is provided in a warm...
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They encourage family involvement. They are very open to feedback. They are patient and understanding and have been good with dementia issues. The owner is knowledgeable and well versed and insures 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.
Anyone who is looking for a great home for their loved one should visit Norflor Manor AFH III. This facility is located in Olympia, WA and can offer support for people of all lifestyles, medical conditions and personal preferences. Norflor Manor AFH III offers unparalleled housekeeping 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
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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 Nino AFH II is located in Olympia, WA in Thurston County. This residential care home provides help to you on a regular basis in an area that you will love to call home. Those who spend any amount of time in Olympia find that it has much to do and see. Residents and guests enjoy checking out...
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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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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
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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.
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.
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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
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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.
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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Everyone at Kelly Adult Family Home was very nice. I would tell others looking, iIn addition to the 5k per month we also had to provide latex gloves and adult diapers.
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.
The Kelly Adult Family Home located in Olympia, Washington offers specialized dementia and Alzheimer's senior care. Our staff carefully tends to each person's unique needs. We also provide compassion to all our residents as they attempt some level of independent living. Our assisted living for...

Cost of assisted living in Elma, WA

The average cost of senior living in Elma is $5,428 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Centralia, WA with an average of $5,365 per month.

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

Elma, WA
$5,428/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

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

Assisted Living
$5,428/mo
$6,795/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,632/mo
Studio
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1 Bedroom
$5,055/mo

Senior living costs in Elma 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: Elma, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typeElma, WAWashingtonU.S.
Assisted Living$5,428/mo$6,480/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,795/mo$8,229/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$3,881/mo$4,089/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Elma, WA:$5,428/mo
Washington:$6,480/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Elma, WA:$6,795/mo
Washington:$8,229/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Elma, WA:$3,881/mo
Washington:$4,089/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Elma, 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 Elma.

What families are saying about assisted living in Elma

Recent reviews for assisted living in Elma

Prestige Senior Living Rosemont in Yelm, WA

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I would recommend this place to others. It is a great environment. Calm, calm, collect and everybody is just wonderful here. It feels like a real home and a real family. I am very happy here. Everyone is wonderful, including the staff who are very attentive and very caring to everybody here. ...
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Lacey Memory Care

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If they have an opening for your loved one, take it immediately. [removed] should be considered the leader in the quality of and high level of care one can and should expect in a memory care facility. They seemed both professional and caring and it proved true. . Each staff member was wonderful. ...
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Ocean Shores Assisted Living

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All the staff are very welcoming and nice. It is a very nice living, very clean, and always ready for your needs. If you are a person in need of help this is a perfect place for you to come and live.

Elma review score based on 216 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 216 reviews of 131 Elma assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Elma 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

Elma review score compared against nearby cities

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Elma, WA131 facilities
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Shelton, WA575 facilities
7.6
Raymond, WA46 facilities

Review subcategories for Elma 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 216 reviews of 131 Elma assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Elma 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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Elma assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Elma assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Elma, 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 Elma 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 Elma 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
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Doctor on call
Doctor on call
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24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
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96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
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*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
82.4%
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Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
18.3%
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Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
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Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
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Availability of select dementia care services in Elma 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 Elma 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
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Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
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Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
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Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Elma 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 Elma 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
15.3%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
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42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
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Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Elma 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 Elma communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
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Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
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Room service
Room service
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Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Elma 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 Elma offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
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Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
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Community service programs
Community service programs
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Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
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50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
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Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
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53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
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Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
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36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
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39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
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Live performances
Live performances
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Dances
Dances
26%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.3%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
32.8%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Elma

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