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Assisted living costs in Federal Way average about $6,521 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 959 communities in Federal Way. Our detailed directory has 6848 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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The care giver was very patient with my friend, the 84 year old man in hospice. My friend was up at all hours of the night, ringing the bell constantly, because he could only really sleep in the wee hours...
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.
Covenant Care is a church-based, not-for-profit healthcare provider based in Central Valley, California, but with presences in Denver and Chicago. The organization partners with physicians, nurses, therapists and hospice to provide wide-spectrum health care to their clients. Or, as they say on...
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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.
A great place to call home! At ALC, 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...
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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.
Maria AFH Care LLC IS A SENIOR CARE HOME LOCATED IN Bellevue, Washington, in King County. Our community has been highly favored by its geographical location. We are surrounded by a neighborhood that is welcoming. The trees around bring about an amazing breeze that fills the air with tranquility...
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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.
Bright Whitestars Adult Family Home offers nurturing Care for your loved ones by providing services beyond assisted living facilities without sacrificing client privacy. We want to help make your life easier by making the best of what appears to be a bad situation. Our activities encourage our...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Welcome to Aegis of Laurelhurst! Our beautiful new community is nestled in the idyllic neighborhood of Laurelhurst. See how the beauty of the University of Washington provided the inspiration for our community, and how we look to provide an environment for a life well lived. While our 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.
Flory's AFH is a senior care home that is located in Bellevue, WA in King County. Our friendly community lies across the glorious Lake Washington. The scenic vistas of the Cascade Mountains and Olympic Mountains also characterize our beautiful community. The numerous attractions in Bellevue make...
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They are just absolutely amazing over at Sunny's Adult Family Home LLC. IT is a very inclusive facility with a family type atmosphere. The staff are very cautious and do a great job. My loved one has...
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.
Sunny's AFH specializes in dementia and mental health. The provider is a Registered Nurse with MSN and National board certification in Mental Health, worked at geropsych hospital for 15 years, passionate for seniors who are struggling with behaviors related to dementia. The AFH staff actively...
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My mother was a resident with Bainbridge Senior Living for nearly 10 years, 7 at Madison Avenue and 3 years in the Memory Care unit at Madrona House. The staff are wonderful and caring individuals at both...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Madrona House is an assisted living community located in the beautiful city of Bainbridge Island, Kitsap County, Washington. Our community offers many cozy comforts of home. Dubbed as one of the Best Places to Live in the United States, Bainbridge offers scenic coastal views and plenty of...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Residential Care Home
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.
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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The care and cleanliness is superb, meals are also very good. Admin needs to listen to clients better to get their needs addressed.
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.
Ponderosa Trails, located in Sammamish, Washington, is a senior living center dedicated to the quality care and comfort of the elderly in their aging years. Focused on independent living and quality of life, this adult family home has many amenities to keep elderly loved ones entertained and...
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This is a wonderful place to be. The staff does an excellent job at taking care of my loved one. Since coming to this community my loved one has thrived and that makes me very happy. Some of the staff here...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
One of the most difficult times in a family's life is having to find a senior home for their beloved elderly family members. As people age, they require a type of care that isn't necessarily easy to tend to. They require a type of assistance that is there for every hour of the day. With the...
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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.
Union Hill Country Estates is a senior care home that is located in the affluent, suburban city of Redmond, WA and in King county. Redmond is just a few miles north of the larger city of Seattle and is located on the northern tip of Lake Sammamish. It is also home to Marymoor Park, which sits...
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This facility has been really good caring for my Husband and I haven’t had any problems thus far. If anything comes up, the staff is wonderful in communicating with me. They can also communicate directly...
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.
Tiburon Estates AFH is located on Sammamish Plateau that has a quite and beautiful nieghborhood view of forest with rabbit, deer, and squirrel. Washington state license6 private rooms 2 bathrooms: one includes walk in shower, the other includes a bath tub. Tiburon Estates AFH has a secure home...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Hearthstone is an assisted living community located in the beautiful neighborhood of Green Lake in Seattle, King County, Washington. Our scenic community overlooks lush green city parks and the calm waters of Green Lake, providing a natural oasis in the heart of the city. Seattle is a modern,...
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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.
•Aegis Living has been in business for over 28 years. We pride ourselves by offering the best care for seniors, but also taking excellent care of our staff so that it can reflect on the services we provide for you and your family. It truly is our culture that makes us different. •Our care team is...
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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.
PREMIER GENTLE CARE provides unique, exclusive quality care, in a home environment. We offer a gentle approach, meeting the unique and changing needs of your loved one. We offer a comfortable place, with a variety of activities, with beautiful courtyards and outdoor walking paths. We work closely...
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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.
Allcare Adult Home is located in Redmond closed to major hospitals and shopping centers, behind Grass Lawn park and neighboring Bridal Trail and Microsoft Campus . This property is located in a quite coal de sack neighborhood, providing safe walking areas outside the home for residents that are...
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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.
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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.
If you are in the market for a trustworthy, dependable and safe place for your loved one to call home, then look no further than Viewhaven Home. This wonderful senior living community is located in beautiful Seattle Washington! At Viewhaven Home your loved one will be surrounded by caring staff...
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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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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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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...

Cost of assisted living in Federal Way, WA

The average cost of senior living in Federal Way is $6,521 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Tacoma, WA with an average of $5,856 per month.

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

Federal Way, WA
$6,521/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Federal Way, WA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$6,521/mo
$7,920/mo

Assisted living costs in Federal Way, WA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,259/mo
Studio
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1 Bedroom
$5,572/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,340/mo

Senior living costs in Federal Way 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: Federal Way, WA
Column state: Washington
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Community typeFederal Way, WAWashingtonU.S.
Assisted Living$6,521/mo$6,480/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,920/mo$8,229/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$4,262/mo$4,089/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Federal Way, WA:$6,521/mo
Washington:$6,480/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Federal Way, WA:$7,920/mo
Washington:$8,229/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Federal Way, WA:$4,262/mo
Washington:$4,089/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Federal Way, WA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Federal Way 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.
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Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Federal Way, 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%
Federal Way, 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 Federal Way, 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 Federal Way.

What families are saying about assisted living in Federal Way

Recent reviews for assisted living in Federal Way

Aegis of Greenwood in Seattle, WA

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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

Attentive and supportive staff. Residents and their families consistently praise the friendly and caring nature of the staff at various communities. For example, at Merrill Gardens at Tukwila, caregivers are known for their dedication to residents, going above and beyond to meet their needs. At Brookdale Foundation House, ...
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Thoughtfully designed community spaces. Reviews frequently mention the comfortable and well-designed communal areas in senior living communities, such as the cozy lounge spaces at Merrill Gardens at Auburn and the spacious dining rooms at Arbor Village. These areas provide opportunities for residents to socialize and engage with o ...
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High-quality, varied dining options. Many reviews highlight the importance of quality food in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At Brookdale Foundation House, the chef caters to individual preferences and dietary restrictions, ensuring that mealtimes are enjoyable experiences for all. At Meridian at Stone Cre ...
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Engaging and diverse activities. Residents find joy in the wide range of activities offered at various communities. For instance, at Arbor Village, weekly bingo games and crafting sessions keep residents active and engaged. At Meridian at Stone Creek, events like outdoor picnics and indoor holiday parties provide opportunit ...
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Clean and well-maintained living spaces. Reviews often praise the cleanliness and upkeep of both private rooms and shared areas in senior living communities, such as the well-lit and updated bathrooms at Meridian at Stone Creek and the immaculate common areas at Gencare Lifestyle of Federal Way.
Proactive and transparent communication. Families appreciate the open and frequent communication from community staff, allowing them to stay informed about their loved ones' care and well-being. For example, at Merrill Gardens at Auburn, the caregivers keep families updated with regular phone calls and email updates.
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Federal Way review score based on 1,289 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 1289 reviews of 959 Federal Way assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Federal Way 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

Federal Way review score compared against nearby cities

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Federal Way, WA959 facilities
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Bremerton, WA985 facilities
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Everett, WA417 facilities

Review subcategories for Federal Way 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 1,289 reviews of 959 Federal Way assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Federal Way 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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Federal Way assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Federal Way assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Federal Way, 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 Federal Way 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 Federal Way 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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Diabetic care
Diabetic care
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Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
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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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Hospice available on-site
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Federal Way 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 Federal Way Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Federal Way, WANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
82.7%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
31.4%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
66.2%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25.8%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Federal Way 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 Federal Way partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Federal Way, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
19.2%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46.8%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
44.4%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
76.1%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
27.9%
19.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Federal Way 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 Federal Way communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Federal Way, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
21.4%
32.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
37.6%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
29.6%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Federal Way 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 Federal Way offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Federal Way, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
31.4%
47.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
19.6%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.6%
31.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51.7%
50.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.6%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
64.1%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.5%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.8%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
24.4%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38%
48%
Live performances
Live performances
34.7%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
25.9%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.3%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Federal Way

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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