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Assisted living costs in South Bay average about $4,748 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 44 communities in South Bay. Our detailed directory has 368 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 Brookdale Olympia East
99 Photos available
8.9
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35 reviews
8.9
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35 reviews
5 star
31%
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40%
3 star
17%
2 star
3%
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I've made a new life here. I try to help out where I can. Leading bible study, publishing a picture resident directory. And writing on the resident calender. This is HOME.
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 Garden Courte Memory Care
1111 Photos available
8.8
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26 reviews
8.8
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26 reviews
5 star
54%
4 star
42%
3 star
4%
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0%
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The staff is wonderful and tireless. I feel secure knowing [name removed] is enjoying a caring environment. The spouses of the residents are all supportive of each other, so we know we aren't alone on this...
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.
Finding senior care that embraces independent living while respecting the person can be a difficult task. Our loved ones have unique personalities which mandate that different needs be met. The right home will help our loved ones to remain as independent as possible while still meeting their...
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Photo of The Sequoia Assisted Living
1010 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.6
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17 reviews
8.6
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17 reviews
5 star
41%
4 star
29%
3 star
6%
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6%
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18%
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It's a very welcoming community with plenty of opportunities to interact with other residents. As far as the staff goes, I would say that some of the night staff could be more responsive and have better...
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 Gerry Care Adult Family Home
44 Photos available
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10
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When we were looking for a home for my mom to live, Gerry Care stood way above the rest. Their home is clean, bright, and above all they make everyone feel like family. My mom’s health and physical abilities...
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.
At Gerry Care we take pride in our home and care provided. We offer a relaxed family environment with 24/7 on site care. Gerry Care is all inclusive and your loved one will be pampered! We provide all meals, laundry, nutritional shakes, briefs, in home nail care, hair cuts and residents have...
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Photo of Bonaventure of Lacey Senior Living
1818 Photos available
1414 Floor plans available
9.0
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57 reviews
9.0
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57 reviews
5 star
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My mother's dementia became too much after living with me for 3 years. We did a tour of 3 residences and chose Bonaventure of Lacey the first day. The place is lovely and my mom is well cared for. 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.
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 Memory Care at The Lodges
99 Photos available
8.9
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8 reviews
8.9
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8 reviews
5 star
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I rate them 5 on all categories. Exceptionally professional and caring. The director's competence and professionalism. Immediately we knew we wanted our mother to live there.
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.
Locally & privately owned and operated from its opening in 1997, Memory Care at The Lodges creates a home-like setting for Dementia care. Each of our secured Lodges has just 16 resident rooms clustered around the main activity, dining and living room areas. This floor plan greatly reduces...
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Photo of The Hampton
1111 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.6
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6 reviews
8.6
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6 reviews
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The staff was amazing, they kept us updated on everything that was going on. They were extremely helpful and kind to my mom. They treated her with respect and we liked the family setting. The food choices...
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.
The decisions surrounding Alzheimer’s Disease and other dementia’s are some of the most difficult that a family must make. The Hampton Memory Care is specially designed and devoted exclusively to the care of those living with this disease and other memory loss. We are a free-standing, specialized...
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Photo of Fieldstone Olympia Memory Care
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8.0
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16 reviews
8.0
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16 reviews
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The staff members at Fieldstone Olympia Memory Care are very friendly and super helpful and upbeat. The menus and preparation disappointing. Alternatives are mostly fried food. They are adding evening...
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 Approach to Memory CareAt Fieldstone Memory Care, we are committed to enriching the lives of our residents and their families by providing engaging, compassionate care focused on residents with Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia. Our team is made up of exceptional people who are...
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Photo of Olympics West Senior Living
1616 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
8.0
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18 reviews
8.0
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18 reviews
5 star
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I am currently a resident at Olympics West Senior Living and my experience has been very good so far. The friendliness and staff are great. The cleanliness, care services and food are good. Overall, I would...
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.
Olympic West Retirement Inn is an inviting, home-like community located in Tumwater, WA — not far from the state capitol of Olympia. We offer a full range of choices in our Homestead, Independent, and Assisted Living apartments. At Olympics West, you will find a wide range of amenities, including...
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Photo of Woodland Retirement and Assisted Living Community
77 Photos available
1313 Floor plans available
8.0
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57 reviews
8.0
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57 reviews
5 star
41%
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35%
3 star
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The facility is clean and well maintained. The staff is great … caring, knowledgeable and supportive. The residents are friendly and fun … definitely people I enjoy spending time with. There are lots of...
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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Photo of Brookdale Olympia West
88 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
7.6
Review score
29 reviews
7.6
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29 reviews
5 star
41%
4 star
21%
3 star
24%
2 star
0%
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14%
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Brookdale has very caring staff. They listen when we have concerns and do their best to correct issues. Communication with us is good if mom falls or shows a medical change. They make sure to call us and...
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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Photo of The Cottages at Lacey
77 Photos available
6.0
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3 reviews
6.0
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3 reviews
5 star
33%
4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
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My mother has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's. We placed her after an extensive search in the local area to the Cottages of Lacey. They group people mostly according to their stage of dementia and 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.
Photo of Artesian Place
1010 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
5 star
53%
4 star
11%
3 star
26%
2 star
5%
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I've always talked up Artesian Place and recommended it. It's a terrific place. One of the biggest reasons why I chose it was because it was clean, and it didn't smell like some of these types of places...
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.
Artesian Place is a beautiful 3-story building in the quiet and conveniently located medical district of west side Olympia and the Black Lake area. The building with beautiful finishes and various resident spaces features 60 apartments, 48 large studio and 12 1-bedroom apartments divided amongst...
Photo of Fieldstone Cooper Point Olympia
88 Photos available
7.0
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6 reviews
7.0
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6 reviews
5 star
83%
4 star
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I spent 6 months living at Fieldstone Cooper Point in Olympia. I was comfortable and enjoyed the caregivers and staff. My reason for leaving was to move closer to my family. The Assisted living community I...
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.
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Photo of Patriots Landing
1818 Photos available
5 star
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17%
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Patriots Landing is a great place to live. The building is bright and clean and the staff friendly and helpful. There are lots of activities if you want to keep busy and a library or your own apartment if...
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.
Outside the main entrance to Patriots Landing Retirement Community near Puget Sound, WA, fly the flags of the U.S. Army, the Air Force, The U.S. Navy, and the Marine Corps. In a nod to those who have served our county, Patriots Landing was initially designed exclusively for retired and former...
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Photo of Kelly Adult Family Home
9.2
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3 reviews
9.2
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3 reviews
5 star
67%
4 star
33%
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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
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 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...
Photo of Ravancho AFH
9.0
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6 reviews
9.0
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6 reviews
5 star
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The staff is very friendly and extremely patient and well trained. [Name removed] has a lot of experience in helping people with Alzheimer's. Her knowledge and advice have been extremely helpful in...
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.
Ravancho AFH located in Olympia, Washington provides the most superior care available to senior citizens who require Alzheimer care. However, we also provide assisted living for elderly individuals who require all different levels of senior care. This center is located nearby a hospital that...
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8.5
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10 reviews
8.5
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10 reviews
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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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Photo of Park Place Home Care
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...
Photo of Adult Ohana Home
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...
Photo of Dodd's Adult Family Care
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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.
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
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: 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.
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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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
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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.

Cost of assisted living in South Bay, WA

The average cost of senior living in South Bay is $4,748 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include McCleary, WA with an average of $4,567 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in South Bay, WA vs. nearby cities

South Bay, WA
$4,748/mo
$4,810/mo
$4,704/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in South Bay, WA vs. the state and national average

South Bay, WA
$4,748/mo
U.S. national average
$4,624/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in South Bay vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,748/mo
$5,126/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in South Bay, WA by room type

Semi-Private
$6,303/mo
Private
$7,000/mo
Studio
$5,200/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,897/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,742/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,300/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in South Bay over time

South Bay, WAWA stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in South Bay, 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 South Bay.

What families are saying about assisted living in South Bay

Recent reviews for assisted living in South Bay

Titlow Adult Family Home in Tacoma, WA

5.0
[name removed] was such a caring person, she took great care of my husband. She always treated him with respect and compassion. [name removed] was excellent at keeping me informed of everything regarding my husband. My children and I are extremely happy with the care that was given to my ...
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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.

Ravancho AFH in Olympia, WA

5.0
I would enthusiastically recommend Ravancho adult family home to anyone. This far, it has been an incredibly positive experience for our family, offering exceptional care, a warm and supportive environment, and a dedicated staff who truly go above and beyond.

South Bay review score based on 93 family reviews

8.0
Review score37 facilities93 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 93 reviews of 37 South Bay assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The South Bay 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

South Bay review score compared against nearby cities

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South Bay, WA37 facilities
8.0
Lacey, WA44 facilities
8.0
Olympia, WA44 facilities

Review subcategories for South Bay 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 93 reviews of 37 South Bay assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare South Bay 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.
South Bay, WA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
3.9
4.1
Activities
3.9
4.1
Value for cost*
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South Bay assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Bay assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Bay, 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 South Bay 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 South Bay that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
South Bay, WANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
94.6%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
32.4%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
75.7%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
81.1%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
13.5%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.3%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
62.2%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
89.2%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in South Bay 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 South Bay Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
South Bay, WANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
94.6%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
27%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
70.3%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
27%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in South Bay 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 South Bay partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
South Bay, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
27%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
48.6%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
43.2%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
83.8%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.9%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in South Bay 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 South Bay communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
South Bay, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
35.1%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29.7%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
37.8%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
29.7%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Bay 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 South Bay offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
South Bay, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
37.8%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
24.3%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
73%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.9%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
81.1%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.8%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40.5%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.1%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40.5%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
43.2%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
27%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.2%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.1%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in South Bay

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Washington assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in South Bay protect seniors.

Learn about Washington Assisted Living regulations

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