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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Lower Elwha, WA

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Assisted living costs in Lower Elwha average about $5,249 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 54 communities in Lower Elwha. Our detailed directory has 173 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Sequim, Port Angeles and Bell Hill.

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 staff is always available to help out and answer questions. They stay on top of medical issues. Staff is eager to help and always lots of smiles. They know their residents and are extremely accomodating.
Provides: Memory Care
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.
Photo of Harbor Tower Village
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.
Harbor Tower Village, adjacent to the historic Neil Tower Landmark in Oak Harbor, truly allows you to relax and enjoy retirement amidst a thoughtful, caring community only minutes from nearby shopping, medical facilities and churches. By using a simple yet comprehensive fee schedule, our...
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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.
Arbor HillArbor Hill is a senior care home located in Anacortes, WA in Skagit County. Anacortes is located on Fidalgo Island and is best known for its dock and terminal service for ferry services throughout the area. The city hosts a town-wide flea market/garage sale event downtown, along with an...
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From experience with 4 years of assisted living, the caregivers are good and quick. Although tired of food sometimes, which is part of living in a group scenario. We will be under new ownership as of the end...
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.
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Cost of assisted living in Lower Elwha, WA

The average cost of senior living in Lower Elwha is $5,249 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Port Angeles, WA with an average of $5,249 per month.

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

Lower Elwha, WA
$5,249/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Lower Elwha, WA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,249/mo
$7,416/mo

Assisted living costs in Lower Elwha, WA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,269/mo
Studio
$4,277/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,256/mo

Senior living costs in Lower Elwha 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: Lower Elwha, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLower Elwha, WAWashingtonU.S.
Assisted Living$5,249/mo$6,480/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,416/mo$8,229/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Livingunavailable$4,089/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Lower Elwha, WA:$5,249/mo
Washington:$6,480/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Lower Elwha, WA:$7,416/mo
Washington:$8,229/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Lower Elwha, WA:unavailable
Washington:$4,089/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Lower Elwha, WA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Lower Elwha 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Lower Elwha, WA$5,821/mo$5,516/mo+5.5%
Washington$5,182/mo$5,079/mo+2.0%
National$4,922/mo$4,791/mo+2.7%
Lower Elwha, WA
2024 average cost:$5,821/mo
2023 average cost:$5,516/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
Washington
2024 average cost:$5,182/mo
2023 average cost:$5,079/mo
Percent change:+2.0%
National
2024 average cost:$4,922/mo
2023 average cost:$4,791/mo
Percent change:+2.7%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Lower Elwha, 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 Lower Elwha.

What families are saying about assisted living in Lower Elwha

Recent reviews for assisted living in Lower Elwha

Highland Court Memory Care in Port Angeles, WA

3.8
I really like most of the staff. They are kind and caring. The food doesn't offer much variety over time. The housekeeping does a great job of keeping the rooms clean. A better phone answering system in order to get hold of residents would be welcome. Sometimes the staff is too busy to Get to ...
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Amica Douglas House in Victoria, BC

4.5
Mom was only at Douglas House for 5 days before she passed. The staff were extremely helpful and attentive. The building was well maintained and residents seemed to enjoy the services offered them. It was nice that her room was painted and new rugs/drapes were provided before Mom moved in. ...
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Victoria Place in Port Townsend, WA

5.0
Recently our extended family utilized Port Townsend's Victoria Place on short notice from an Everett hospital for a respite stay for our loved one. The staff was extremely helpful and accommodating when we arrived after normal hours. My Mother-in-Law was ushered into an extremely clean, ...
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Lower Elwha review score based on 28 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 28 reviews of 54 Lower Elwha assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Lower Elwha 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

Lower Elwha review score compared against nearby cities

6.5
Lower Elwha, WA54 facilities
8.0
Port Townsend, WA619 facilities
5.5
Friday Harbor, WA39 facilities

Review subcategories for Lower Elwha 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 28 reviews of 54 Lower Elwha assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Lower Elwha 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.
Lower Elwha, WA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
3.4
Friendliness
3.9
3.5
Care services
3.8
3.2
Staff
3.9
3.4
Meals & dining
3.4
3.1
Activities
3.4
3.1
Value for cost*
3.5
3.1
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Lower Elwha assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lower Elwha assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lower Elwha, 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 Lower Elwha 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 Lower Elwha 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
37%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
13%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.3%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
38.9%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
14.8%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.4%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
27.8%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
29.6%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Lower Elwha 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 Lower Elwha Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Lower Elwha, WANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
31.5%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
22.2%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
27.8%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.1%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Lower Elwha 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 Lower Elwha partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lower Elwha, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
13%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
24.1%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
22.2%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.5%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13%
19.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Lower Elwha 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 Lower Elwha communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
24.1%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25.9%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
22.2%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lower Elwha 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 Lower Elwha offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
29.6%
47.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.5%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.5%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
31.5%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
31.5%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.9%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25.9%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25.9%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.8%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
29.6%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
29.6%
48%
Dances
Dances
18.5%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
29.6%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Lower Elwha

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

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