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Assisted living costs in Sumas average about $6,511 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 122 communities in Sumas. Our detailed directory has 596 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Bellingham, Lynden and Blaine.

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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We find the staff at Avista very friendly and caring. The facility is clean and well-maintained. The apartment size is fine, and our mother is very happy here.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Avista Ferndale is a small assisted living community with a big heart. At the core of our community is our wonderful staff who will go out of the way to meet the needs and wishes of each resident. We are located in the small town of Ferndale, Washington, just eight miles north of Bellingham. We...
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The staff are Amazing! Very knowledgeable, caring, personable, quick to respond and follow through when issues arise. The staff went above and beyond to help my mother in law and my family with move in,...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Bellingham at Orchard is a dedicated memory care community in Bellingham, Washington. Bellingham is a thriving city located a few hours north of Seattle and is the northernmost city in the United States. Boasting stunning scenic views, convenient access to Vancouver and Seattle, fine...
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The staff is wonderful! But there aren't enough to go around. I visit my wife daily and I see half of the table needs help and there's usually only one person feeding 6 people. I love the staff that I've met...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Ashley Gardens of Mount Vernon is located in Mount Vernon, Washington. Settled along the foothills of the Cascade Mountain range, Ashley Gardens prides itself on providing the best care for seniors with memory loss. We strive to provide these services in an inviting atmosphere. Our seniors can...
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The staff are wonderful. They put up with a lot from my mom and do it smiling. The food is good. Her room is nice, with a roommate. I would recommend them to others who are searching for a place for their...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
HomePlace Special Care at Burlington was built in 1998 in the heart of Skagit County. With it's unique home-like setting, HomePlace provides compassionate and skilled Alzheimer's and Dementia care to not only the memory care residents, but also their families and the employees who work with them....
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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.
Looking for an exceptional senior living community?Well, you’ve found it. When you combine an exceptional lifestyle, ready-made friends and outstanding service, the result is what we callRetirement Perfected™Welcome to Bonaventure Retirement, Assisted Living & Memory Care Community Life is...
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They are wonderful people, working hard to make [name removed] welcome and improving. I would recommend them to others who are searching for senior living for their loved one.
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.
Mountain Glen Retirement Center is located in the heart of Skagit Valley and has successfully blended the elements of the Northwest to ensure a comfortable, secure and independent way of life. Our philosophy is to inspire creative, healthy, and active lifestyles to enrich the minds and bodies of...
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The number of certified medical professionals on staff, combined with the small, personal size makes this an excellent choice for people who want their loved ones in a place where they are cared for and...
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.
Not All Assisted Living Is Created EqualFor those looking for exceptional senior living in the Great Northwest, you need look no farther. Your future favorite senior living community provides assisted living for seniors in historic Bellingham, known for its vibrant art scene, historic waterfront...
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Can't say enough good things about the staff. Everyone is friendly and approachable. Whenever I am there I see them interacting with the residents. The residents that I see, seem pleasant. The facility is...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
We are pleased to introduce to you Creekside, a Cascades Senior LivingContinuing Care community that offers independent retirement living,assisted living and memory care residents the distinction of living well.Located in the heart of scenic Skagit Valley, our community offers a relaxedand secure...
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My Dad's experience there was good. Sometimes he wasn't always happy with the caregivers. But my Dad is not always easy to please. He enjoyed going to the dining room and got to meet a few people he enjoyed....
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.
Cordata Court offers U.S. News award-winning independent senior living, assisted living and memory care services in a luxury setting in the beautiful Bellingham, Washington area. Our campus is ideally located to take advantage of mountain views, nearby recreation in both Washington and Canada as...
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They have a warm caring staff who treat every resident with dignity and respect. The food is outstanding. The physical surroundings are nice with lots of windows and a beautiful outdoor sitting area. They...
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.
Built in 2000, Where the Heart is Assisted Living and Memory Care is designed as a home like environment two-story building with 59 apartments. There are three separate assisted living neighborhoods each comprising of 15 apartments and one memory care neighborhood including 14 apartments all...
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Photo of The Oxford
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We have had a very positive experience right from the beginning The Director of Care [name removed] is amazing Group activities are enjoyed by the seniors The only thing missing is a Bus for occasional...
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
The Oxford is a newly built intimate 84 bed, private pay, long term care home in gorgeous residential setting in Abbotsford B.C. The Oxford is operated by The Care Group, a BC based, family owned, care operator with 25 years of operational experience.Our mission is to provide person centered and...
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I could give this place 6 stars out of 5, I would. As far as I can tell, things seem to be going very well. The staff interacts with me and my wife very well. She lives here and I live across the street, so...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Bellingham community was designed from the ground up specifically to deliver life-enriching care to as many as 80 residents through our innovative blend of compassion and clinical excellence. The property is truly at home in the environment of Bellingham, featuring a large expanse of outdoor...
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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.
The Village model enables a safe and enriched-living community for persons living with dementia and cognitive impairment. Our community model affords a continuum of care to support people throughout the course of their personal journey including assisted living, full and end of life care. More...
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Our parents have been with this care facility for 8 months and we have only praise for all of the care they have been receiving. They have a wonderful caring staff, who take an interest in all the needs of...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Langley Seniors Village offers Assisted Living care in the beautiful Willoughby area of Langley and is centrally located near amenities such as shopping, a library, pharmacy and bank.
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The staff is extremely friendly and accommodating. The only complaint I've heard is fixed meal times are a bit early for my in-laws.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Welcome to Rosewood VillaRosewood Villa is beautifully situated between Fairhaven and Happy Valley in Bellingham, WA. Our community has enjoyed decades of serving seniors while providing support to cherished loved ones. We are committed to providing the very best care in and around Whatcom...
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My brother recently went to Maple Ridge Seniors Village in the full care section. It has been a few weeks now and I can say everything has been exceptional. You would be hard pressed to find a better home...
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
At Maple Ridge Seniors Village we are a Campus of Care, offering retirement living in a quiet neighbourhood in the shadow of the mountains with many relaxing indoor and outdoor common areas. Offering three levels of care provides options for residents to receive the care they require along with...
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I am grateful for the care I received while convalescing in the Morgan Place, in particular to Gym ****** [names removed] OFFICE ******** [names removed] AM *** [names...
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
If you enjoy living in a warm and inviting care facility, Morgan Place is uniquely designed to meet your needs with safety, security and comfort in a home like environment. Opened in 2001, the family owned care facility is fully licensed by the Fraser Health Authority and provides over 30 years...
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Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Fleetwood Place is an assisted living community located in Surrey, British Columbia that provides all seniors with the care that they require. This community offers a caring place to live for those who are seeking memory care and the peace of knowing that someone is there for them. Surrey has...
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My experience with Westminster House was very positive. It is a very well-run and facility, with caring staff and top-notch care.
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.
The Westminster House assisted living is located in the culturally diverse city of Surrey in British Columbia. Known as the 'City of Parks,' Surrey is comprised of over 6,000 acres of green vegetation and forests. From the arts and cultural museums to the numerous shops and restaurants, you will...
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Although I know that my father is well taken care of in terms of having regular meals and company, there are some ongoing issues that are a concern for us. 1) quality of the food is low; High carbs...
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.
Amenida Seniors’ Community has been helping the seniors of our community for over 20 years. We understand that you are looking for more than “home-like” – you are looking for somewhere that IS home! In addition to great food, fun activities and a well-kept, clean building, you will find us...
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My mother has been in care here for over a year and a half. All the places I could of chose from in the lower mainland to place her I chose Guildford Seniors Village. It had the feeling of a home to it as...
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Centrally located in the Guildford area of Surrey, Guildford Senior’s Village offers a resident-centered home specializing in caring for people in a friendly, safe and secure environment.You will find a comfortable community with easy access to restaurants, medical centres and Guildford Town Centre.
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The only negative is that my husband is in another area so we are not together. The staff here is excellent, the food good and presented attractively, and the building very clean and beautifully maintained....
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.
Astoria Retirement Residence is an assisted living community located in beautiful Port Coquitlam, BC. This quaint residence takes its inspiration from two mountain chalets, Whisper and Jasper. Located about a block away from Elks Park, this residence is the epitome of rest and relaxation. Two...
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The Centre is very clean and the staff are wonderful. Could have more activities for the residents who have higher cognitive function.
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Located on a quiet no through road in Coquitlam, the Dufferin Care Centre offers Complex Care to individuals looking for a high level of comfort and continuing care. Through various services and amenities, residents have the opportunity to participate in events and activities while feeling...
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I would say they go out of there way to make the residents feel like it's a home not a nursing home the only improvement I can think of is to have more Canadian style meals sorta meat and potatoes sort of...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Enjoy a unique experience of luxury living and modern design. Discover Richmond's brand new, cruise-inspired community and live life on your own terms. Join a therapy program in the indoor aquatic center and health spa or have a drink and a game of pool with a view of the expansive courtyard....
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Birchview is great! My father-in law lives here. Everyone is so helpful and answers all my questions about him. he really likes it here. plenty of activities to keep every one busy and opportunity to meet...
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 family caring for a loved one with Dementia or Alzheimer’s can experience overwhelming emotional and physical obstacles. At Birchview we strive to provide the finest care for each of our residents – while still maintaining their individuality and dignity.Knowing your loved one’s needs are...

Cost of assisted living in Sumas, WA

The average cost of senior living in Sumas is $6,511 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Oak Harbor, WA with an average of $5,640 per month.

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

Sumas, WA
$6,511/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

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

Assisted Living
$6,511/mo
$8,081/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,218/mo
Studio
$4,282/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,177/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,916/mo

Senior living costs in Sumas 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: Sumas, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSumas, WAWashingtonU.S.
Assisted Living$6,511/mo$6,480/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$8,081/mo$8,229/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$4,182/mo$4,089/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Sumas, WA:$6,511/mo
Washington:$6,480/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Sumas, WA:$8,081/mo
Washington:$8,229/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Sumas, WA:$4,182/mo
Washington:$4,089/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Sumas, WA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Sumas 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
Sumas, WA$6,346/mo$5,981/mo+6.1%
Washington$5,949/mo$5,711/mo+4.2%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Sumas, WA
2024 average cost:$6,346/mo
2023 average cost:$5,981/mo
Percent change:+6.1%
Washington
2024 average cost:$5,949/mo
2023 average cost:$5,711/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
National
2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Sumas, WA

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What families are saying about assisted living in Sumas

Recent reviews for assisted living in Sumas

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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Astoria Retirement Residence in Port Coquitlam, BC

4.8
Love Astoria! From the first steps in the door we knew this was the place for Dad. The decor, the facilities, the rooms, and especially the friendliness, both of staff and residents, made Astoria stand out above all other residences. The staff bent over backwards to accommodate us and make Dad ...
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Guildford Seniors Village in Surrey, BC

5.0
I have been able to spend some weeks at the Guildford Seniors Village during the past year as a respite resident. It's one of the best places around for respite care. Well-located in the downtown part of Guildford, it's a clean and secure environment with delicious meals, excellent staff, and ...
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Sumas review score based on 119 family reviews

6.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 119 reviews of 122 Sumas assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Sumas 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

Sumas review score compared against nearby cities

6.6
Sumas, WA122 facilities
5.5
Friday Harbor, WA39 facilities
7.8
Mount Vernon, WA43 facilities

Review subcategories for Sumas 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 119 reviews of 122 Sumas assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Sumas 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.
Sumas, WA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.1
3.4
Friendliness
3.1
3.5
Care services
2.8
3.2
Staff
3.0
3.4
Meals & dining
2.6
3.1
Activities
2.6
3.1
Value for cost*
2.7
3.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Sumas assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sumas assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sumas, 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 Sumas 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 Sumas that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Sumas, WANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
41.8%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
23.8%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.2%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
43.4%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
14.8%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
99.2%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
36.1%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
34.4%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Sumas 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 Sumas Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Sumas, WANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
37.7%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
20.5%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
31.1%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.6%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Sumas 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 Sumas partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sumas, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.9%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.7%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
36.1%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.5%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9%
19.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Sumas 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 Sumas communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sumas, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30.3%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
36.1%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.9%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sumas 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 Sumas offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sumas, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
36.9%
47.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.2%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
24.6%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
34.4%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.7%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36.1%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.6%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
31.1%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
41%
48%
Dances
Dances
23.8%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.2%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.8%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Sumas

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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