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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Sumas, WA
Assisted living costs in Sumas average about $4,710 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 26 communities in Sumas. Our detailed directory has 186 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.
As you explore assisted living near you, you may also want to consider assisted living options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Bellingham, Blaine and Lynden.
Sumas Assisted Living Facilities | 186 Reviews
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My mom has been at this facility for a few years. She is treated very well. She is fed lovely meals, and the home is clean and comfortable. The staff are very kind.
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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Cost of assisted living in Sumas, WA
The average cost of senior living in Sumas is $4,710 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Peaceful Valley, WA with an average of $4,395 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Sumas, WA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Sumas, WA vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Sumas vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Sumas, WA by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Sumas over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Sumas, WA
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VA benefits in Washington
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Medicare and Medicaid in Washington
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What families are saying about assisted living in Sumas
Recent reviews for assisted living in Sumas
Cordata Court in Bellingham, WA
4.3
My parents have adjusted well to assisted living and like the staff. The place isn't perfect but I feel as if my parents are in good care.
Avista Ferndale
4.4
I would recommend Louisa Place for someone who needs someone to care for their loved one.
The care was very good, although they were a little short staffed at times so my father had to wait. That was not the caregivers fault, as they did the best they could with what they had. I also know it's ...
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Maple Ridge Seniors Village
4.6
[Name removed] was 86 years old when our family decided it was time to place her in a full-time care home. In 2011 I had been taking care of my soulmate, [name removed], [name removed]`s beloved son, who for over one year while he died of colon cancer.
[Name removed], also under my car was ...
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Sumas review score based on 26 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 26 reviews of 26 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
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 26 reviews of 26 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
4.2
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.4
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.5
Meals & dining
3.8
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.1
Value for cost*
3.7
4.1
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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.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
50%
52.1%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
26.9%
33.3%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
46.2%
56.5%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
15.4%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
38.5%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
46.2%
53.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*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.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50%
51%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
30.8%
32%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
46.2%
40.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23.1%
13.5%
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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.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.4%
26.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.3%
39.8%
No sugar
No sugar
42.3%
36.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46.2%
35%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.4%
13.8%
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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.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
30.8%
30.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
34.6%
41.7%
Room service
Room service
38.5%
35.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.1%
17.7%
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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.
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Activity director
Activity director
34.6%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.8%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
19.2%
29.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.5%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.3%
48.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.8%
52.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34.6%
40.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.6%
34.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30.8%
37.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.5%
46.1%
Live performances
Live performances
38.5%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
23.1%
29.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
3.8%
24.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.2%
45.3%
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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 ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Washington assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Sumas protect seniors.
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