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Assisted living costs in South Seattle average about $5,331 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 281 communities in South Seattle. Our detailed directory has 1191 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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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....
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 Greenwood, located in the heart of Northwest Seattle. Each element of our new assisted living and memory care community’s design has been carefully curated to help you live your best. The welcoming stone fireplace encourages residents to gather around to enjoy each other’s company....
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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.
Part of the Presbyterian Retirement Communities Northwest family of communities, The Terraces at Skyline is backed by a strong tradition of excellence by a proven leader in senior care. Ideally located in the heart of Seattle's First Hill neighborhood, here you'll find an entire community...
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Memory care staff very caring and helpful.
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.
Horizon House - Live Creatively Horizon House is a vibrant continuing care retirement community located in the heart of downtown Seattle since 1961. Our beautiful campus is home to almost 600 seniors who thrive in place at every age and stage. For those who are seeking an active lifestyle, we...
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We chose Brookdale because we loved the staff immediately, the location was convenient, and also because of the amenities that they offered. They also had a much better care program and are more hands on...
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.
Premium Senior Living in the Vibrant Heart of SeattleThere are a lot of senior living options in the Seattle area. But not many of them look like this. Not many of them feel like this either, as our residents enjoy a resort-style life, exploring creative pursuits, enjoying entertainment options...
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I would recommend they provide an onboarding document explaining how everything works, you kind of learn as you go. I also heard from my sister that the charges for medications if they manage resupply is...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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 Village Green Senior Living tree started with the owners and has branched out through the years. Celebrating over 35 years in West Seattle, we have shared and helped improve the lives of more than 3500 families! Thats a lot of folks that have called Village Green home!At Village Green you...
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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.
Situated on the crest of Capitol Hill, Fred Lind Manor offers all the excitement of city life amid the sanctuary of a quiet residential neighborhood. Since 1988 Fred Lind Manor has been dedicated to providing seniors with quality care and a vibrant lifestyle supported by a Christ-honoring...
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This is a marvelous place for your relative to live. This community is absolutely stunning. I truly do like all of the staff members that provide care for my loved one. They have activities like telling...
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.
A Beautiful Place to LiveWest-Seattle-thumbnail-300x203Nestled near the Admiral District in vibrant West Seattle, our new Capri-style assisted living community is inspired by the sun-drenched Mediterranean. Here, residents will enjoy some of the most breathtaking views of downtown Seattle and the...
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This is a wonderful home for seniors located in a very safe place for one who loves to walk as I do. There are many activities, music, trips, talks, etc, I think it is so much better than being in a house...
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 Aljoya Mercer Island, an Era Living community. Aljoya offers a warm, vibrant lifestyle, a vast array of amenities, rich programming, and exceptional Independent Living, Assisted Living, and nursing care. Aljoya is located in the heart of Mercer Island, surrounded by shops,...
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The Kenney is really good. They have people who come in and clean up your house for you if choose, which is helpful. It's sort of like having a family to help you take care of some things you're not able...
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.
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I like the care that my father is getting here. The staff is friendly and attentive. He seems to be happy with the meals that are served. They do have activities and he sometimes does like to get involved....
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.
Evergreen Senior Care is a residential care home situated in Seattle, Washington, King County. Seattle is the largest city in Washington State as well as the Pacific Northwest region, and is completely surrounded by water, as an isthmus between Puget Sound and Lake Washington. It is known as Rain...
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My loved one is a resident at Aegis of Lake Union. Most important is to clearly understand level of staffing. Is there adequate coverage during day and night? It seems like they are not always fully staffed....
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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The staff treated my mom like a family member, we always felt welcomed and supported. The care and communication were excellent and I would highly recommend this community to others.
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.
Sweet Home Quality Care Adult Family Home is privately owned and operated by a Registered Nurse with 30+ years of experience in the medical field. Sweet Home also has Certified Nurses Assistance that is compassionate, well trained, friendly and caring staff who are competent and knowledgeable...
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It is ideal for parents in need of transition to assisted and memory care, and full-service memory care. It has great staff and location, and is a well managed facility. It is on the more reasonable end of...
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.
Welcome to Queen Anne Manor Senior Living, one of the most beautiful and historic buildings in the Queen Anne neighborhood. You’ll find Queen Anne Manor located in the upscale upper Queen Anne neighborhood 1 block from Queen Anne Drive with convenient shopping and dining.ASSISTED LIVINGHere at...
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The facility was remodeled fairly recently and is lovely. If you are looking for perfection, you are not going to find it here or anywhere else. However, if your expectations are reasonable, you will find...
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.
El Dorado West is conveniently located close to Seahurst Park, Salmon Creek, Puget Sound, and not far from the Sea-Tac Airport. Relax and enjoy retirement amidst a thoughtful, caring community with access to excellent health care facilities, shopping malls, bus lines, and the excitement of...
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The community is very clean, and according to our loved one the best thing about this place are its staff members. They are very warm, friendly and helpful. Our loved one does say the meals are a little...
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.
Enjoy a cup of coffee with friends at our Bistro, share a book next to the fireplace in our cozy library, exercise in our full service fitness center or enjoy a movie in our private theater. Activities programming is the heart our community at Aegis of Bellevue. Our philosophy is to personally...
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The building was absolutely lovely. The staff and management were all very friendly. The activities were fun and well organized. Food service was sketchy. Twice we had to wait 45 minutes for the food. And...
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.
A Victorian design complete with a lovely wraparound veranda and clock tower that overlooks Rodgers Park. Vintage charm continues when you step inside the door, from the grand winding staircase to The Boardwalk - complete with the Lotus Flower Yoga Studio, Grand Palace Theater, salt water pool,...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: 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.
Our assisted living community, located in Renton, Wash., on the shores of beautiful Lake Washington, offers an engaging social life that will pull you away from the TV and into happy hour socials, card and board games, fitness classes, creative projects, lively meals, fun outings and more. And...
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It's a beautiful facility. Some of the workers are not too friendly. The dining room food is good for the residents. They have activites such as exercise, golfing and a Japenese singing class. It's very...
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 Gardens is a distinctive assisted living community designed to celebrate Asian culture daily, through cuisine, decor, activities, family events, and music, focused on a strong sense of tradition. Our bilingual care staff and nurses provide exceptional care for our residents, including those...
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We love 3 Tree Vista, the people there were awesome. What they did for our loved one while he was there was beyond any expectations we every had. We have nothing bad to say about them. They do more for their...
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.
Welcome Home to Three Tree VistaThree Tree Vista, a brand-new adult family home, offers everything a discerning assisted living resident will need to feel right at home. Located in the Burien - Normandy Park area, we offer beautiful views of the Puget Sound, Olympic Mountains, and Vashon island...
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Excellent food, very friendly and caring staff, many activities. The grounds are lovely. The building shows its age but is going to be replaced soon. Based on my father's experience, I would recommend Ida...
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 Ida Culver House Ravenna, an Era Living community. Ida Culver House offers a warm, vibrant lifestyle, a vast array of amenities, rich programming, and exceptional Independent Living and Assisted Living care. Ida Culver House Ravenna is a community of 90 residences, nestled in the...
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I am happy with the care at this community for my father. The community is clean and the cooking is home made on everything. They offer activities for the residents that are able to participate. We would...
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.
Abundant Life AFH Bellevue is located in Bellevue, WA in King County. This residential care home gives you peace of mind each day in a location that is filled with things to do and see. Those who spend time in Bellevue enjoy checking out the Bellevue Botanical Gardens. Residents and guests of the...
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I chose Merrill Gardens because I checked several other places and it was by far the best. I have a 2 bedroom and it is very large. I have seen the 1 bedrooms and studios and they seem to be a good size as...
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.
Merrill Gardens is located in downtown Burien and offers a blend of traditional architecture and modern elements. The community has a courtyard and amphitheater, open to the public, right next door to the existing town center park. Merrill Gardens at Burien offers a well-appointed library,...
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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my mother is happy there,they take care of her medical and doctor appointments,the place is always clean.i felt comfortable there.
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.
Angel Care Adult Family Home has cozy private and semi-private rooms. Our shared companion rooms provide plenty of space and privacy for a couple. All rooms are tastefully decorated and you are welcome to add your own personal touch. Each room is equipped with its own Alarm, Phone, Centralized...

Cost of assisted living in South Seattle, WA

The average cost of senior living in South Seattle is $5,331 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Renton, WA with an average of $5,284 per month.

Assisted living costs in South Seattle, WA, vs. nearby cities

South Seattle, WA
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$5,373/mo

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

South Seattle, WA
$5,331/mo
U.S. national average
$4,740/mo

Assisted living costs in South Seattle, WA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
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$5,496/mo

Assisted living costs in South Seattle, WA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,177/mo
Private
$7,894/mo
Studio
$5,363/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,620/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,465/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$7,660/mo

Senior living costs in South Seattle 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: South Seattle, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSouth Seattle, WAWashingtonU.S.
Assisted Living$5,331/mo$5,256/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$5,496/mo$5,141/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living$4,425/mo$4,146/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
South Seattle, WA:$5,331/mo
Washington:$5,256/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
South Seattle, WA:$5,496/mo
Washington:$5,141/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Independent Living
South Seattle, WA:$4,425/mo
Washington:$4,146/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
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Assisted living costs in South Seattle, WA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in South Seattle 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
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Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
South Seattle, WA$6,008/mo$5,622/mo+6.9%
Washington$5,870/mo$5,481/mo+7.1%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
South Seattle, WA
2024 average cost:$6,008/mo
2023 average cost:$5,622/mo
Percent change:+6.9%
Washington
2024 average cost:$5,870/mo
2023 average cost:$5,481/mo
Percent change:+7.1%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in South Seattle, 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 Seattle.

What families are saying about assisted living in South Seattle

Recent reviews for assisted living in South Seattle

Aegis at Marymoor in Redmond

4.5
I have not had a lot of experience with facilities but visited 5. Aegis at Marymoor seemed small and homey. The staff are all very friendly and interested in the residents. They try to customize activities when possible. I don’t have any concerns and my wife with dementia considers it her home ...
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Murano Senior Living in Seattle, WA

5.0
The staff there are really great, and turnover has been relatively low, which means the people who care for mom on a daily basis are very familiar with her needs. Also, she has friendly people dropping in to check on her frequently throughout the day. In addition to three meals a day, someone ...
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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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Attentive and compassionate staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and care of the staff at their community, with numerous mentions of staff members going above and beyond to ensure residents' needs are met. At Cogir of Kent, for example, the team was praised for their responsiveness and attentiveness to individual concerns, ...
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Diverse range of activities and social opportunities. Residents enjoy a wide range of activities tailored to their interests, including music, art classes, games, and outings to local attractions. Communities like Cogir of Queen Anne and Merrill Gardens at Tukwila offer a variety of engagement opportunities to keep residents active and engaged ...
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High-quality dining experiences. Delicious meals are a key factor in overall satisfaction with senior living communities. At Cogir of Queen Anne, the chef accommodates dietary restrictions and individual preferences, while at Laurel Cove, the dining staff is praised for their friendliness and attentiveness to residents' nee ...
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Well-maintained facilities and grounds. Cleanliness and upkeep are important for residents' comfort and well-being. Communities like The Lodge at Eagle Ridge and The Gardens at Town Square take pride in their facilities, ensuring that private rooms, common areas, and outdoor spaces are kept in excellent condition for the enjoyment ...
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Supportive and communicative community leadership. Clear and effective communication with residents and their families is crucial for peace of mind and ensuring that care needs are being met. At Empress Senior Living at Laurelhurst, the community director sets regular meetings with senior residents and their loved ones, both in person and virt ...
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Home-like atmosphere and sense of community. A warm and welcoming environment fosters a sense of familiarity and belonging for residents. Communities like Merrill Gardens at Kirkland and Sunrise of Redmond are praised for their inviting atmosphere, where residents are encouraged to engage with one another and form lifelong friendships. ...
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South Seattle review score based on 229 family reviews

7.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 229 reviews of 221 South Seattle assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The South Seattle 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 Seattle review score compared against nearby cities

7.9
South Seattle, WA221 facilities
7.9
Mercer Island, WA328 facilities
7.9
Seattle, WA326 facilities

Review subcategories for South Seattle 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 229 reviews of 221 South Seattle assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare South Seattle 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 Seattle, WA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.1
Friendliness
4.2
4.2
Care services
3.7
3.8
Staff
4.1
4.0
Meals & dining
3.8
3.7
Activities
3.7
3.7
Value for cost*
3.7
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

South Seattle assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Seattle assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Seattle, 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 Seattle 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 Seattle that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
South Seattle, WANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
79.6%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
52%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
81%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.6%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
81.9%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20.8%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
91.4%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
63.3%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
79.2%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in South Seattle 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 Seattle Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
South Seattle, WANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
81%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
36.2%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
67%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
24%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in South Seattle 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 Seattle partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
South Seattle, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.2%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
52%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
48%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
78.3%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
28.5%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in South Seattle 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 Seattle communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
South Seattle, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30.3%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.9%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
41.6%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
36.2%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Seattle 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 Seattle offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
South Seattle, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
37.1%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.2%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.6%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55.2%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50.7%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
67.9%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
32.6%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
32.6%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
31.2%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.2%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
39.4%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
29.4%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.6%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40.7%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in South Seattle

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