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Assisted living costs in Shelton average about $5,161 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 710 communities in Shelton. Our detailed directory has 4168 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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Photo of Ida Culver House Broadview
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My move was very easy, excellent support from everyone at Ida Culver. They also assigned a resident (more like a big sister) to show me around and introduce me to people and activities for a week or so. it's...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Welcome to Ida Culver House Broadview, an Era Living community. Ida Culver House offers a warm, vibrant lifestyle, a vast array of amenities, rich programming, and exceptional Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Secured Memory Care.Located in the Seattle neighborhood of Greenwood, Ida Culver...
Photo of Regency Newcastle
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It gave me a warm inviting environment. Yes, I would recommend this community to other families based on the experience I have had so far.
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.
Find the vibrant home and compassionate care you have been searching for at Regency Newcastle. Our beautiful senior community in Newcastle, Washington, offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Respite Care, emphasizing individualized care that enables residents to live as independently as...
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8.5
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Seems like there's been some front desk turn-over, not sure why. The food is ok, but on my tour it was described as "farm-to-table" and it is more like almost average diner food. The hallways, particulary...
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.
The Lodge at Eagle Ridge is an assisted living community located just outside of Seattle in Renton, Washington. This residential district is conveniently only about 10 miles from the Seattle Tacoma International Airport, making it incredibly easy for family to visit from anywhere in the world....
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My Mom [removed name] is a resident there. Although she is new to Avista, she already feels safe and cared for. The staff are so sweet to her. I live in ID so it is comforting to know she is well taken...
Provides: Assisted 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.
At Avista Sumner, our caring and devoted staff work to make each resident feel like family. We are located in beautiful Sumner, Washington, just a short light rail ride south of Seattle. We are very close to downtown Sumner and about four miles west of Lake Tapps.Sumner is a wonderful place to...
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Photo of Woodland Retirement and Assisted Living Community
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Smaller scale than some of the other retirement places, so more personalized. Great storage in our unit. Maintenance is outstanding. The food leaves much to be desired.
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.
Bonaventure of Woodland is a luxury senior living community in Lacey, WA, offering personalized independent living, assisted living, and memory care programs. It’s our goal to help each of our guests experience retirement perfected, which is why we’ve carefully built communities to help you feel...
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Definitely would recommend to others. Everyone there is so helpful. Especially [name removed] she has helped us and guided us through everything. My mother-in-law is not easy to deal with but they are...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Putting More Life Into Assisted LivingWe think your senior living should have more life in it. Our residents take advantage of assisted living services located in scenic Federal Way, Washington. Our campus is in a lovely, quiet neighborhood just off Pacific Highway South in downtown Federal Way....
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Overall has been great. Cleanliness is great. Friendliness is like a 3.5 for front desk, but the other staff are delightful. Quality of care is awesome--they have been right there when mom needed help even...
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.
Welcome to The Lakeshore, an Era Living community. The Lakeshore offers a warm, vibrant lifestyle, a vast array of amenities, rich programming, and exceptional Independent Living and Assisted Living care. The Lakeshore is located on the southern shore of Lake Washington with beautiful panoramic...
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Photo of Brookdale Olympia West
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11 Floor plan available
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When you walk into the facility it's bright and welcoming. It's always decorated for the different seasons. I'm impressed with the cleanliness of the facility. When I brought my mom in for assessment, the...
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.
Our community, in Olympia, Wash., provides memory care services to seniors in all stages of Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia. Deeply rooted in a person-centered approach, our Alzheimer’s and dementia care is called the Clare Bridge program, where each resident is surrounded by others with...
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Everyone seems friendly and helpful, but there was a big disconnect between what was promised by their Sales team and what was handed over to the nursing and care staff at move in. They just didn't deliver...
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.
You worked hard, raised a family and earned a rewarding retirement. You spent decades taking care of others. Now, it’s your turn. You deserve a  lifestyle upgrade awaiting you at our community, where you can do more than live longer — you can live better. Our community offers independent...
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Photo of Empress Senior Living at Laurelhurst
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STAFF: I would divide administrative and support. I can't count the times I have been touched when seeing Support staff in the 'gathering' room when passing by a resident just reach out and give a comforting...
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.
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Photo of Bonaventure of Lacey Senior Living
1818 Photos available
1414 Floor plans available
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Rating Bonaventure of Lacey, is overall good. The only reason I give it a 4 is because nothing is perfect. But the good far outweighs the bad here. There are different sizes of rooms and apartments. You can...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Looking for an exceptional senior living community?Well, you’ve found it. When you combine an exceptional lifestyle, ready-made friends and outstanding service, the result is what we callRetirement Perfected™Welcome to Bonaventure Retirement, Assisted Living & Memory Care Community Life is...
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Photo of Bridgeport Place
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Yes I would recommend to others , they also have a step down program when you run out of funds to flip over to Medicare. Closer to friends and family
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
We’re asked to wear a lot of hats in life like loving husband, model employee, and supportive parent, but one of the most challenging roles to fill is caregiver. Caregivers are often forced to walk fine lines, lines like being available to keep an eye on their dad in case he takes another fall,...
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Photo of Deer Ridge Memory Care
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Deer Ridge Memory care is very expensive considering the actual care involved. What it is is an apartment with meals and very little nursing care. So although the staff are friendly and kind I wouldn't call...
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.
Deer Ridge Memory Care opened on July 6th, 2021! We are part of a family owned and operated company called Koelsch Communities which has been caring for families across the country since 1958. Our Executive Director, William Martin has been a nurse in Memory Care for over 30 years and has a true...
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Photo of The Sequoia Assisted Living
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The building is very well kept and inviting and the staff is friendly. My Mom got one of the mid sized rooms and it was a perfect size for her.
Provides: Assisted 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.
Comfortable living arrangements and commitment to service make The Sequoia an attractive community within itself. Residents enjoy living in private apartments—furnished and decorated with their favorite things. Each apartment is designed for safe, comfortable living, with cable TV, a...
Photo of Liberty Place
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5 on all. The place is amazing and so are the folks that help him. He really loves the food! The price is great and the staff is amazing. I would recommend Liberty Place to anyone looking for a place. I...
Provides: Assisted 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.
At Liberty Place, we provide thoughtful attention while giving residents the daily assistance they need. We are located in a quiet residential neighborhood near Sinclair Inlet in Port Orchard, Washington. We provides luxurious senior living in a small close knit community that is surrounded by...
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It's going good, it's a really good place. I would recommend them to others who are searching for a place for their loved one.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Looking for an exceptional senior living community?Well, you’ve found it. When you combine an exceptional lifestyle, ready-made friends and outstanding service, the result is what we callRetirement Perfected™Welcome to Bonaventure Retirement and Assisted Living. Life is good here in our...
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Photo of King's Manor Senior Living Community
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33 Floor plans available
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The staff clearly really care about the residents that live there. You can just feel the "positive vibe" when you walk thru the front door. Coming from another facility it's easy to tell that Kings Manor is...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Welcome to Kings Manor Senior Living Community, a beautiful non-profit home for assisted living services. We are proud of our distinguished history of providing quality care to seniors in the scenic South Sound area.Our goal at King's Manor is to meet each resident's individual needs while...
Photo of Vineyard Park of Sumner
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5 on all of them Stafford is a great place!! It is safe and feels very homey. We would absolutely recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had so far.
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.
Stafford Suites is a 72 apartment community located in the quaint town of Sumner.  We offer studio, one and two bedroom apartments on a month to month basis.  All apartments include kitchenette with microwave, refrigerator, and sink; spacious bath with easy-access features, including...
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1. Great experience. 2. Very clean (window, walls, floor, carpet). 3. Everyone was friendly (employees and guest). The employees enjoy their job. You can see it in their faces and how they interact with you...
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.
Aegis Living Kent is a standalone memory-care community, offering specialized and focused Life's Neighborhood programming. Specializing in high-acuity care and supporting challenging behaviors, we offer a unique single-story community with sprawling resident-accessible outdoor...
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Photo of Aegis Living of Queen Anne on Galer
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The Aegis care team is so loving and provides great care to my wonderful friend [name removed]! As much as she did not want to leave her home, this Queen Anne location worked perfectly for her and her family...
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.
This assisted living and memory care residence offers urban style living for seniors. Residents can walk to Kerry Park, with breathtaking city, mountain and Puget Sound views, and enjoy shopping, restaurants and the arts. Aegis of Queen Anne on Galer offers a choice of one bedroom or studio...
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Living here for almost 3 years, I find it supportive, accepting, and stimulating as needed. There are activities to chose from but also privacy when needed. The rood service is good. As a vegetarian I...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
We offer senior living in the heart of one of Seattle's most popular neighborhoods, close to the downtown core. Enjoy being part of the historic Ballard neighborhood close to shopping, dining and entertainment. This community is modern yet intimate with a ton of amenities including a theater,...
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I would give Aegis a 10 if I could! They have been spectacular. Communication has been A-Plus. From being able to do a Zoom meeting with Mom before she moved, to meeting her and being ready for her when she...
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.
Intimate boutique community offering 24/7 high-acuity and transitional care with stunning views of Lake Union and the Seattle skyline, just minutes from major medical centers. On-site physical therapy, assisted living, memory care, specialized Parkinson's support, chef-driven dining, and vibrant,...
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My Mom’s situation was fairly unique. She had been dealing with failing health for a couple of years, but always bounced back after medical treatment. We were all unsure that she would recover from her...
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 is honored to be warmly welcomed into the Mercer Island community. Whether enjoying the breathtaking mountain and Lake Washington views or visiting Luther Burbank Park, the island is a wonderful place to call home. To seamlessly blend with our natural surroundings, our design was...
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The staff have been patient with my Mom and family members (Mom can be difficult). The facility is well maintained and clean.
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 Ravenna is inspired by the Italian city of Ravenna and boasts spectacular views of the mountains and cityscape. Our intimate property extends beyond its manicured gardens to include Waldo Woods behind our community and adjacent Maple Leaf Reservoir Park, with acres of lush open space...
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My mom has been there 2 months now, she likes her room, has settled in very nicely Staff are very friendly, helpful Lots of activities for the residents and their families also. They celebrate the holidays ...
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.
Care From the Industry LeaderMemory care shouldn’t mean giving up on a life lived well. We’ve put more than 25 years of industry leading experience into developing a program that provides stability and comfort to those living with Alzheimer’s or other dementia. We are a compassionate memory care...
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Cost of assisted living in Shelton, WA

The average cost of senior living in Shelton is $5,161 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include McCleary, WA with an average of $4,713 per month.

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

Shelton, WA
$5,161/mo
$4,713/mo

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

Shelton, WA
$5,161/mo
U.S. national average
$4,784/mo

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

Assisted Living
$5,161/mo
$5,409/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,935/mo
Studio
$4,555/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,678/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,054/mo

Senior living costs in Shelton 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: Shelton, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typeShelton, WAWashingtonU.S.
Assisted Living$5,161/mo$5,301/mo$4,784/mo
Memory Care$5,409/mo$5,218/mo$5,056/mo
Independent Living$3,544/mo$4,203/mo$4,247/mo
Assisted Living
Shelton, WA:$5,161/mo
Washington:$5,301/mo
U.S.:$4,784/mo
Memory Care
Shelton, WA:$5,409/mo
Washington:$5,218/mo
U.S.:$5,056/mo
Independent Living
Shelton, WA:$3,544/mo
Washington:$4,203/mo
U.S.:$4,247/mo
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Assisted living costs in Shelton, WA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Shelton 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.

Shelton, WAWA stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Shelton, WA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Shelton 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
Shelton, WA$5,967/mo$5,513/mo+8.2%
Washington$5,866/mo$5,494/mo+6.8%
National$5,378/mo$5,133/mo+4.8%
Shelton, WA
2024 average cost:$5,967/mo
2023 average cost:$5,513/mo
Percent change:+8.2%
Washington
2024 average cost:$5,866/mo
2023 average cost:$5,494/mo
Percent change:+6.8%
National
2024 average cost:$5,378/mo
2023 average cost:$5,133/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Shelton, 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 Shelton.

What families are saying about assisted living in Shelton

Recent reviews for assisted living in Shelton

Aegis of Greenwood in Seattle, WA

5.0
The staff in the memory care unit was as caring as any staff could be,. They took my dad on trips as long as he was able. But don't think that you can leave all the care of your loved one up to any staff. Visit your loved one often. Also all memory care places are more than willing to let you ...
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Spring Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care in Tacoma, WA

4.0
We are very happy with Spring Ridge. Our Mom is in the memory care facility and she has settled in well! The facility is very nice, clean and the residents are well taken care of.

Queen Anne Manor in Seattle, WA

4.8
This community is pleasant and that the people are nice. This is also in a very good location. For people who still walk there are a lot of stores and restaurants near by, including a grocery store and drug store.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Comfortable and welcoming environment. Many reviews mention the warm and friendly atmosphere at their loved one's community. At Bonaventure of Lacey Senior Living, staff members go above and beyond to create a family like environment, making residents feel at home. Additionally, at Merrill Gardens at Auburn, the facility is beaut ...
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Quality and variety of activities. Residents enjoy a rich and diverse range of activities at various communities. For example, at Brookdale West Seattle, they offer activities like bingo, movie nights, and picnics, while The Lodge at Eagle Ridge residents participate in music events, bingo, and have the opportunity to attend ...
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Kind and compassionate staff. Numerous reviews highlight the importance of caring and compassionate staff members. At The Rivers at Puyallup, the staff are described as genuinely loving and supportive, while Brookdale Montclair Poulsbo residents appreciate staff members' dedication to addressing their concerns.
Thoughtful communication between staff and families. Families express appreciation for the clear and frequent communication they receive from community staff. At Merrill Gardens at Tukwila, staff members go out of their way to ensure families are informed and involved in their loved one's care.
Access to quality medical care. Some reviews emphasize the importance of accessible and responsive medical care within the community. Families at Merrill Gardens at The University feel reassured knowing their loved ones receive proper medical attention when needed.
Clean and well-maintained facilities. Reviews often praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, ensuring residents live in comfortable and hygienic environments. At Gig Harbor Court, the renovated patio and dining room are popular features, while Regency Newcastle residents appreciate the beautiful views and modern fac ...
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Shelton review score based on 872 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 872 reviews of 578 Shelton assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Shelton 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

Shelton review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Shelton, WA578 facilities
8.5
Herron Island, WA73 facilities
6.9
McCleary, WA7 facilities

Review subcategories for Shelton 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 872 reviews of 578 Shelton assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Shelton 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.
Shelton, WA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.6
3.8
Friendliness
3.7
3.8
Care services
3.3
3.5
Staff
3.6
3.7
Meals & dining
3.3
3.4
Activities
3.2
3.4
Value for cost*
3.3
3.4
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Shelton assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shelton assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shelton, 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 Shelton 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 Shelton that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Shelton, WANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
79.9%
52.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
48.8%
34.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
73.7%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.4%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
79.2%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
21.5%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
89.8%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60.2%
47.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
77.7%
52.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Shelton 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 Shelton Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shelton, WANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
81.8%
51.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
30.6%
32.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
64.9%
41.4%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25.1%
13.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shelton 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 Shelton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shelton, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.9%
27.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46.7%
41.5%
No sugar
No sugar
44.5%
38%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
74%
36.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
27.3%
18.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Shelton 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 Shelton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shelton, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.1%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.7%
42.8%
Room service
Room service
37%
37.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.7%
18.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shelton 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 Shelton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shelton, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
32.2%
46.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
19%
31.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.2%
30.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.2%
49.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.8%
49.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
64.9%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.1%
41.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.7%
36%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25.4%
38.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.9%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
33.6%
47.5%
Dances
Dances
26.1%
31%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.3%
24.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
34.4%
46.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Shelton

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Farrington Court, Cogir of Kent and Angels' Arms LLC are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Shelton, Washington. See full list of communities.
There are 710 assisted living facilities near Shelton, Washington. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Shelton, Washington are Farrington Court, Cogir of Kent and Merrill Gardens at Wright Park. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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