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We are extremely happy with the decision we made to move my mom to this AFH. [name removed] is an RN and has a great depth of knowledge as well as being very kind, caring, genuinely nice person. She keeps...
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.
New Hope Senior Care is a bright and cheerful home located in a quiet and friendly neighborhood. We are just minutes from Valley Medical Hospital and close to the freeway. We are licensed by the state of Washington.Our facility includes private rooms with private bathrooms, television with cable,...
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We have been so happy with the level of care and attention our family member receives at Mariana’s AFH. They are addressing her physical and emotional needs and supporting her to do as much as she can...
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.
Located in the King County, WA, community of Renton, Mariana's AFH Inc. is a residential care home offering an independent group home living situation to seniors. Renton is conveniently located just 12 minutes from Seattle. Nestled on the banks of Lake Washington, Renton offers abundant...
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Give it a 5s In addition the owner was particularly wonderful in allowing me daily visits and was very alert letting me know early enough that I was with my husband as he died. If they are still in business...
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.
Gentle Care Home offers a great variety of services located in three great places, Deerfield, IL, St. Charles, MO, and Olathe, KS. We have been family owned and operated since 1990. The care we offer is for those with Alzheimer's, Dementia, Chronic Heart Failure, Parkinson's, Cancer, Hospice,...
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Overall, good move. Because I am not the only resident, I get to interact with others and that has been good. The original staff was great, but all have left for other personal reasons, so we are in the...
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.
Me and my wife have 9 years of experience all together and have worked with elderly people, providing care, support mentally, emotionally and physically while helping them maintain the highest possible quality of life.
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Family atmosphere. Clean with fresh flowers . Friendliness and kindness. My husband gets excellent care. What stood out to me is that they only have 3 residents. Others had more.
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.
Blessing Elderly Care LLC is a family owned business and operated by wife and husband since 2006.Our AFH has been awarded the Best AFH in 2013 and 2018.Our prices are very competitive and they stay the same for the entire time the client is with us.All rooms are private, clean and well aired.Each...
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The location of the facility is wonderful. It is also beautiful. The staff have been great They cook us each meals that we like.
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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[Name removed] is very attentive to my mother. Always informs us of her condition. If only we had her here years ago, she would not have fallen and broken her hip.
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.
When it comes to getting real quality senior care and having your elderly loved one enjoy the best in care, and their golden years, then you truly need to come and take a look at Sunset AFH. We are located in the beautiful area of Surprise, Arizona, where we are proud to offer a wide variety of...
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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.
Schneider Residence is a senior care home located in the beautiful locality of Seattle, Washington in King County. We are strategically set in a region with great weather conditions. The temperatures are moderate and this makes it possible for our seniors to live comfortably. We are connected to...
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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Photo of Cedarhurst Adult Family 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.
CAFH is owned and operated by Rachelle and Carl Knight, is licensed by the state of Washington, and has been in business for the past 13 years. The Knights have two children, Sarah and Zachary, who are active in music, sports, and church/school events.CAFH strives to provide a safe, homelike...
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Photo of Riverton 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.
Photo of Kapamilya Adult Family Home LLC
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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.
KAPAMILYA ADULT FAMILY HOMEWhat is Kapamilya? It is a Filipino word meaning family member or part of a family. Living in someone else’s house can be unsettling and sometimes scary for our loved ones. We will help them cope with these fears by treating them as if they are part of our own family....
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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Photo of Westview Adult Family 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.
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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.
In Belicina’s Adult Family Home we are dedicated to provide an atmosphere where resident are able to maintain optimum levels of physical and mental ability while being cared and comfortable home, with personalized designed levels of quality care.We invite you to come and join our family home. We...
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Her home was impeccibly clean, their team is always attentive and accommodating. In terms of living space and decor, it was the nicer of the ones we toured. I don't have any criticisms, she has been very...
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.
Bonnevie Adult Family Home is a wonderful place for seniors in the Seattle, Washington area. Our gorgeous facility is on several acres of beautiful land that is specifically designed to meet senior citizens' needs. If you have been searching for a place that your loved one can stay away from...
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We chose West Seattle Adult Family Home because they have conversion to medicaid. The room sizes here are average, but she has access to the living room and patio which is nice. I would recommend to other...
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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staff and residents were very welcoming. very smooth transition with move in process. staff are very friendly and very helpful.
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.
Park Place is a very special retirement and assisted living community located 3 miles east of Boeing Field in Seattle. The doors are scheduled to open the end of April providing 154 luxurious studio and one bedroom apartments for seniors. All the apartments come equipped with microwaves,...
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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.
Photo of Angelica Adult Family 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.
Photo of Seattle Heights Elder Care Home
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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TLC Adult Family Home – Recommendation: My Mother, age 100, has been living at TLC Adult Family Home (AFH) in West Seattle for three years. If you are looking for or thinking about an AFH for your loved...
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.
This home was built in 2004 with 6 beds,wide doors and hallway,and two big bathrooms. Each room has cable and telephone hook up.There are three caregivers all the time. The front and back doors have alarms. The front and back driveways are gated.
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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.
Anne's Lakeridge Family Home is a senior residential care home located in the large city of Seattle, WA and in Seattle county. Seattle is situated on Puget Sound in the Pacific Northwest part of the state of Washington. It is home to many mountains, waterways and forests; which is where it got...
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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.
United Home Care in Seattle Between Brynmaur and Lake Ridge. It's peek a boo of the water. Close to Renton Airport and close to shopping stores.We had private and shared rooms available.Close to downtown Seattle.Hardwood floors,wheelchair accessible, big porch in front and in back.
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Amazing place ! I recommend them 100% very good care , residents are happy , excellent food , excellent caregivers , take the time to visit it , honestly I’ve been in a lot of adult family homes and this one...
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.
Nestled in a quiet street in South Seattle, King County, Valley Care provides a warm and loving home for senior adults who need daily living assistance. Our friendly, professional caregivers and nurses are dedicated to meeting each resident's individual needs and providing a clean, safe and...
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Cost of assisted living in Southern Heights, WA

The average cost of senior living in Southern Heights is $5,330 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Federal Way, WA with an average of $5,255 per month.

Assisted living costs in Southern Heights, WA, vs. nearby cities

Southern Heights, WA
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$5,310/mo
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Assisted living costs in Southern Heights, WA, vs. state and national averages

Southern Heights, WA
$5,330/mo
U.S. national average
$4,710/mo

Assisted living costs in Southern Heights, WA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,330/mo
$5,455/mo

Assisted living costs in Southern Heights, WA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,042/mo
Private
$7,254/mo
Studio
$5,234/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,479/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,599/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,873/mo

Senior living costs in Southern Heights 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: Southern Heights, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSouthern Heights, WAWashingtonU.S.
Assisted Living$5,330/mo$5,262/mo$4,710/mo
Memory Care$5,455/mo$5,151/mo$4,962/mo
Independent Living$4,382/mo$4,152/mo$4,167/mo
Assisted Living
Southern Heights, WA:$5,330/mo
Washington:$5,262/mo
U.S.:$4,710/mo
Memory Care
Southern Heights, WA:$5,455/mo
Washington:$5,151/mo
U.S.:$4,962/mo
Independent Living
Southern Heights, WA:$4,382/mo
Washington:$4,152/mo
U.S.:$4,167/mo
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Assisted living costs in Southern Heights, WA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Southern Heights 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.

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Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Southern Heights, WA$5,463/mo$5,635/mo-3.1%
Washington$5,869/mo$5,480/mo+7.1%
National$5,368/mo$5,120/mo+4.8%
Southern Heights, WA
2024 average cost:$5,463/mo
2023 average cost:$5,635/mo
Percent change:-3.1%
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2024 average cost:$5,869/mo
2023 average cost:$5,480/mo
Percent change:+7.1%
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2024 average cost:$5,368/mo
2023 average cost:$5,120/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Southern Heights, WA

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What families are saying about assisted living in Southern Heights

Recent reviews for assisted living in Southern Heights

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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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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Ashley Gardens of Bremerton

4.2
Ashley Garden of Bremerton is going okay. My son has adjusted pretty well. I don't understand why he has to pay $25 a month for rubber gloves. It seems like a family plan because it's a smaller facility. Some staff are friendlier than others. I think the care is good. I took in a case of pop ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming staff. Several reviews mention the friendly and welcoming nature of the staff at various communities, such as Merrill Gardens at Tukwila, Merrill Gardens at Renton Centre, and Brookdale West Seattle. Residents and their families appreciate the personalized greetings and the sense of community tha ...
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Variety of engaging activities. Communities like Cogir of Queen Anne and Farrington Court offer a wide range of activities to accommodate residents' interests. From art projects and music to lectures and museum visits, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
Thoughtful resident care. At Merrill Gardens at Tukwila, Truewood By Merrill, First Hill, and Sunrise of Issaquah, staff members go above and beyond to ensure residents' care needs are met. This includes accommodating dietary restrictions, assisting with daily tasks, and providing compassionate care during health c ...
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Clean and well-maintained facilities. Throughout the reviews, cleanliness and maintenance are mentioned as important factors in residents' satisfaction with their community. Facilities, whether it's for the private rooms or communal areas, are consistently described as neat and well-kept.
Flexible and accommodating staff. At The Lodge at Eagle Ridge and Arbor Village, staff members are described as being flexible and accommodating to residents' needs. This includes modifying care plans to meet changing needs and making adjustments to ensure residents' comfort and happiness.
Strong sense of community. Many reviews highlight the strong sense of community at various senior living communities, such as Brookdale West Seattle, Merrill Gardens at Tukwila, and Sunrise of Issaquah. Residents find joy in forming friendships with their neighbors and engaging in shared activities.
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Southern Heights review score based on 275 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 275 reviews of 233 Southern Heights assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Southern Heights 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

Southern Heights review score compared against nearby cities

7.9
Southern Heights, WA233 facilities
8.0
Burien, WA274 facilities
7.9
Tukwila, WA315 facilities

Review subcategories for Southern Heights 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 275 reviews of 233 Southern Heights assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Southern Heights resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
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Cleanliness
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Southern Heights assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Southern Heights assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Southern Heights, 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 Southern Heights 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 Southern Heights that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
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Doctor on call
Doctor on call
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24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
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Diabetic care
Diabetic care
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79%
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Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
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Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
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Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Southern Heights 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 Southern Heights Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Southern Heights, WANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
81.1%
51.4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
30.9%
32.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
65.7%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
24.9%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Southern Heights 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 Southern Heights partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Southern Heights, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20.6%
27.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
51.1%
41%
No sugar
No sugar
48.9%
37.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
73.8%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
28.8%
17.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Southern Heights 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 Southern Heights communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Southern Heights, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
19.7%
31.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.3%
42.4%
Room service
Room service
36.9%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
34.8%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Southern Heights 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 Southern Heights offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Southern Heights, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
32.2%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
19.3%
31.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
24%
30.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50.6%
49.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
47.6%
49.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.8%
52.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
21.9%
41.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25.3%
35.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.2%
38.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36.1%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
31.8%
47%
Dances
Dances
24.9%
30.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.5%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.5%
46.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Southern Heights

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale West Seattle, Cogir of Kent and Cogir of Northgate MC are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Southern Heights, Washington. See full list of communities.
There are 292 assisted living facilities near Southern Heights, Washington. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Southern Heights, Washington are Brookdale West Seattle, Cogir of Edmonds and Merrill Gardens at Wright Park. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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