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Assisted living costs in Sterling average about $5,886 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 285 communities in Sterling. Our detailed directory has 2189 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Bellingham, Anacortes and Arlington.

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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It is a really great place and Gene is very well taken care of. The care is top notch, friendly and very personal to his specific needs. I highly recommend it
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.
GENESIS ADULT FAMILY HOME,LLC has been a family owned and operated residential care provider for the Elderly. Our mission is to provide safe, respectful care that maintains individual integrity, independence, and assures quality of life in a home environment and exceeds the expectations of loved...
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Pacifica Living We have now been at Pacifica for the past fourteen days. I must admit that we are experiencing a big change but I'm sure in time we will adjust. We find that the staff here are very...
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.
Pacifica Retirement Residence Pacifica Retirement Residence is an independent and assisted living residence located in beautiful South Surrey, British Columbia on the border of the quaint seaside town of White Rock. Situated conveniently next to The Peninsula Village Shopping Centre, with...
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Mom ended up at Happy Days AFH, (now Hebron House) not Cedar View which was the original plan. Can't say enough about the loving and professional care she has experienced @ Hebron House. Celebrated her 97th...
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
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.
Brightlight care AFH LLC is a licensed,RN owned and managed adult family home in Edmonds, WA. We’re committed to provide the best quality care for our residents and treat each resident with compassion, dignity and respect. We offer specialized care to our residents in our home where the residents...
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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: 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
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.
Dignity Life is located in the amazing Bothell, WA area. As a premier assisted living facility, we specialize in dealing with those who have dementia and need assisted living or residential care. With strong Principles of Service, Dignify life is able to provide our residents and their families'...
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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.
Maple Villa AFH is a senior care home located in the calm city of Lynwood, Washington in the great Snohomish County. Our professionally designed home hosts happy seniors because we are found in the most favorable neighborhood in Lynwood. Our community takes advantage of the beautiful parks around...
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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.
The Amazing Grace AFH1 residential care home is located in beautiful Edmonds, Washington, which is just miles north of Seattle, Washington. Edmonds is known for the gorgeous views of the Pugent Sound, Olympic mountains, and Cascade Range. The senior citizens at Amazing Graces AFH1 are treated...
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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.
Rising Sun AFH LLCRising Sun AFH LLC is a senior care home located in Snohomish County, specifically Lynwood, Washington. Conveniently located between the Interstate 5 and Interstate 405, accessing Lynwood is easy and time-efficient. Here you will find great shopping centers, malls, and a...
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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: 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.
Amazing Grace AFH IIIAmazing Grace AFH III is located in Edmonds, WA in Snohomish County. This residential care home is available to you in an area that is filled with gorgeous views and great things to see and do. Those who spend time in Edmonds find that it offers breathtaking sights including...
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Absolute Care provides a warm, caring, respectful, personal scale home for my mother who is 103 (and one-half). She needs full care in a place that is comforting to her at this stage of her life. My mother...
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
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.
Abby AFH LLC is located in Lynnwood, WA in Snohomish County. Our residential care home provides the services that you need in an area that you will love to call home. Those who spend time in Lynnwood appreciate what it offers including Alderwood Mall, Clubhouse Golf Center, Alderwood Manor...
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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.
The Sun AFH is located in the gorgeous Lynnwood City, Washington in Snohomish County. We are a residential care home aiming to provide seniors with a high-quality life in a home-like setting. Our community overlooks beautiful nature. Many beautiful trees that bring about tranquility and peace...
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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.
Areside AFH is a senior are home in Lynnwood, WA, which serves Snohomish County. Lynnwood is often called a bedroom community of Seattle, but it is also well known because of its large retail shopping options. It's a nice, quiet place to live and it offers visitors more shopping than they can...
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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.
A Joyful Heart AFH is a male-only residential community specializing in elderly and alzheimer's/dementia.
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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.
Abab Sweet Home is located in Lynnwood, WA in Snohomish County. This residential care home gives you the care that is right for you in a location that is beautiful and a fun place to call home. Those who spend time in Lynnwood as residents or guests enjoy checking out South Snohomish County...
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The person who runs this home is very efficient and truly cares about the people she takes care of. Unlike other assisted living establishments there are no odors of urine mishaps and etc. She keeps on top...
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.
Golden Age 3 is a residential care home that's situated within lovely surrounds that feature parks in Edmonds, WA Snohomish County. The serene environment is nestled among a small skate park, a dog park and salt march with some of the largest marine facilities around. It sure is one of the best...
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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.
St. Jude Adult Family Home is located in a quiet cul-de-sac, in Edmonds, WA. Owned and operated by an RN, BSN and LPN with a combined experience of 28 years. Both in acute care and long term care setting. We provide care to our residents the same way we care for our family. At St. Jude AFH you...
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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.
Brenda's Place AFH is a loving family environment.  Owner has specialized with aging adults since 1989 as a CNA.  We are located in central Lynnwood, with easy access to I-5, shopping, restaurants and buses. Our friendly staff provides 24 hour personal care 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.
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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: 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.
Our MissionThe mission of Shangri-La Home Care is to provide quality and excellent care to our clients/residents so that they can live a dignified, comfortable and active lifestyle. With our trained, experienced and dedicated staff we aim to promote the quality of life of our clients and provide...
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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.
Annylysse’s Quality Care AFH is located in Bothell. It is a spacious new home located on one acre of beautiful land in a peaceful country setting.You are invited to visit our home to experience the peace and tranquility of a private Adult Family Home for your loved one. We offer high quality...

Cost of assisted living in Sterling, WA

The average cost of senior living in Sterling is $5,886 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Oak Harbor, WA with an average of $5,640 per month.

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

Sterling, WA
$5,886/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

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

Assisted Living
$5,886/mo
$7,752/mo

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

Studio
$4,409/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,393/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,970/mo

Senior living costs in Sterling 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: Sterling, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSterling, WAWashingtonU.S.
Assisted Living$5,886/mo$6,480/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,752/mo$8,229/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$3,960/mo$4,089/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Sterling, WA:$5,886/mo
Washington:$6,480/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Sterling, WA:$7,752/mo
Washington:$8,229/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Sterling, WA:$3,960/mo
Washington:$4,089/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Sterling, WA, over time

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

Sterling, WAWA stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Sterling, WA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Sterling have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Sterling, WA$5,878/mo$5,580/mo+5.3%
Washington$5,804/mo$5,497/mo+5.6%
National$5,408/mo$5,128/mo+5.5%
Sterling, WA
2024 average cost:$5,878/mo
2023 average cost:$5,580/mo
Percent change:+5.3%
Washington
2024 average cost:$5,804/mo
2023 average cost:$5,497/mo
Percent change:+5.6%
National
2024 average cost:$5,408/mo
2023 average cost:$5,128/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Sterling, 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 Sterling.

What families are saying about assisted living in Sterling

Recent reviews for assisted living in Sterling

Chandler's Square in Anacortes, WA

5.0
Cleanliness - they have not been able to keep the room cleaning schedule that was there when we started due to staffing issues. However all the common areas are clean and the residents are trying to keep their rooms clean. They offer a variety of foods and take my mom's requests seriously and ...
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1 Joyful Adult Family Home in Mountlake Terrace, WA

5.0
Hello, I would like to share my experience. I came here to give my elderly grandma a home. The owners very nice . A few weeks later my grandma told me they take good care of her. She said they give her good food at the dinner table and watched TV together. They took care of any need she had. I ...
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Cedar View AFH in Edmonds, WA

5.0
We are very happy with the care that is received here in this community. The staff team is very friendly and helpful. They offer a lot of great activities. The food is very good. We are happy with the care given here and would recommend other families to see this community for the care for a ...
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Sterling review score based on 428 family reviews

7.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 428 reviews of 285 Sterling assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Sterling 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

Sterling review score compared against nearby cities

7.9
Sterling, WA285 facilities
6.8
Bellingham, WA177 facilities
7.7
Oak Harbor, WA35 facilities

Review subcategories for Sterling 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 428 reviews of 285 Sterling assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Sterling 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.
Sterling, WA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.6
3.4
Friendliness
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3.5
Care services
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Staff
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Meals & dining
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Activities
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Sterling assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sterling assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sterling, 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 Sterling 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 Sterling 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
76.8%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
48.8%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
82.1%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.2%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
76.1%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
23.5%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
61.4%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in Sterling 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 Sterling Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Sterling, WANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
75.4%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
33.7%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
62.1%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Sterling 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 Sterling partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sterling, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
21.1%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
49.8%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
48.4%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
72.6%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
29.5%
19.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Sterling 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 Sterling communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sterling, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
26%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
31.9%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
43.5%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
30.9%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sterling 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 Sterling offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sterling, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
37.5%
47.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.8%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.1%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.8%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.6%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.1%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30.5%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
32.6%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.7%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.8%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
38.6%
48%
Dances
Dances
30.5%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.4%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
43.2%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Sterling

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

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Comfort Zone Adult Family Home, Cogir of Edmonds and Avista Ferndale are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Sterling, Washington. See full list of communities.
There are 285 assisted living facilities near Sterling, Washington. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Sterling, Washington are Brookdale Everett and Cogir of Mill Creek. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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