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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Tacoma, WA
Assisted living costs in Tacoma average about $4,911 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 190 communities in Tacoma. Our detailed directory has 1114 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.
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Merrill Gardens has been more than we could have ever imagined for my mom's new forever home . My mother didn’t want to sell her home and move from California , but she had given up her drivers license a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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9.6
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62 reviews
The apartments are spacious and comfortable, and I really enjoy the food—they always have delicious options. I'm especially excited about my newly renovated apartment; the updates are fantastic and make...
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.
Cogir at The Narrows in Tacoma, Washington, offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. This community aims to improve seniors' quality of life by providing plenty of opportunities for activity and social interaction. The grounds of the community feature...
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46 reviews
My dad was not happy about having to leave his home, but after a week or so at People’s he is finally perking up. I haven’t heard him crack as many jokes as he does now. His mood has improved so much since...
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.
Peoples Retirement Community is a residential environment serving our community and is designed to accommodate active, self sufficient, senior adults, seniors who require modest assistance in order to maintain personal dignity and self reliance as well as a Secured Alzheimer's/Dementia Community....
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44 reviews
My Mom passed away 6 weeks after moving in. I can't say enough about how wonderful, compassionate the staff was in supporting her and me! Nursing staff was awesome! I've told folks that if I ever need...
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.
Weatherly Inn-Tacoma is an assisted living community located on the shore of Horsehead Bay in the city of Tacoma, Pierce County, Washington. Walking distance from Point Defiance Park and Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium, Weatherly Inn-Tacoma residents and visitors have easy access to excellent...
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8.6
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36 reviews
I think the best thing is she is around other people and enjoys the musical entertainment. She is quite the critic! We would definitely recommend the Merrill Gardens at Tacoma community to other families...
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.
Our community is designed to meet your individual needs and give you the freedom to be yourself. We offer the best in independent senior living, assisted living and memory care from a family-owned company that knows connection is everything.We are close to shopping, dining, and other services in...
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I would highly recommend Harbor View Adult Family Home. [name removed] and her staff are are very kind and caring people. It is a very clean home with a spectacular view. It truly feels like a home, and not...
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.
Since childhood our hearts were very close to elder people. Every weekend at the church we have visited and took care of them. After years we decide to do something more meaningful and helpful. Few years ago we bought this house and put a lot of energy and time to create a beautiful home. The...
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8.4
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7 reviews
My loved one is a resident at Gencare Lifestyle Tacoma and things have been very good so far. The cleanliness and friendliness are great! The food and activities are also great.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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[name removed]and her staff and home are incredible. After looking throughout Pierce County for an AFH, our family was happy to find Lakota Hills. The care is attentive, dignified, and kind. It feels 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.
Lakota Hills AFH is an adult family home located in Federal Way, Washington in King county. Residents of Lakota Hills AFH have access to a wide selection of services and activities, both within walking distance and within a reasonable car drive, depending on their needs. There is a shopping mall...
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We would rate everything at a 5. [name removed] was the main caregiver for Kirk. He was wonderful! We appreciated him! Their place was spotless. Very attentive to other residents. Meals were well planned....
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.
We are a young couple (under 50 yo) with vast experience in taking care of older adults (with or without dementia or other mental health issues) and incapacitated people. We love our job and we’re doing everything in our power to make life easier and enjoyable for our residents.Our beautiful,...
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6 reviews
Highly recommend this beautiful adult home. Very welcoming, clean and safe place for my mom. The owner has an extensive knowledge in medical field and care for patients. Every staff member here provides...
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.
It is a big spacious house that is situated on more than an acre lot, surrounded by beautiful landscape, in West Hill Auburn. There is full access to the living room,kitchen and dining room. Nice covered patio. And lots more. Family visit is openly welcome.
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9.8
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40 reviews
Finding a place for my mom that matched her expectations and mine was quite the adventure. Cedar Ridge was very welcoming and allowed us to visit numerous times before we made any type of commitment. This is...
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.
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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9.8
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37 reviews
I have been here 1 yr on [date removed] lived at a different senior living for 4 yrs. This place now is a 10 to me! Everywhere has issues but here they are hear and not taken lightly!
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.
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9.7
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64 reviews
Our mother is very happy at Fieldstone. The staff are very nice and they take really good care mom. If I have any issues or concerns. I let them know and they take care of it right away.
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.
Our Approach to Memory CareAt Fieldstone Memory Care, we are committed to enriching the lives of our residents and their families by providing engaging, compassionate care focused on residents with Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia. Our team is made up of exceptional people who are...
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9.7
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92 reviews
The facility is very nice, clean, beautifully appointed, friendly helpful people and great communication. There is a variety of activities every day, including outings and musical performances and many...
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.
At Gig Harbor Court, our exceptional staff, engaging activities, and active social life make our residents happy to call our community home.Gig Harbor is located in the Pacific Northwest, and is surrounded by several parks, with a historic a waterfront as well as boutiques and fine dining, making...
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9.5
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3 reviews
I am grateful for the owners and caregivers, they go way above and beyond for my grandma and all the residents really. They truly love each resident as their own family and are very meticulous in their work....
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.
COMPASSIONATE AND QUALITY CARESilver Creek AFH is a family-run home committed to provide only the best care. This home is operated by a husband and wife duo, Annie and Romeo. Annie and Romeo's combined experience as critical care nurses, taking care of people at their sickest and vulnerable,...
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9.5
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27 reviews
Across the board I would give Brookdale a 4. The staff is very attentive to my brothers needs and as a result, [name removed] is doing amazingly well. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would...
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.
Memory Care at its FinestIt’s time to get some help on the senior journey. Fortunately, you’ve found one of the premier memory care communities in the Harbor Bay area.We are a warm and welcoming memory care community located in Gig Harbor, Washington. Our community features a valued location with...
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9.5
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56 reviews
It is a learning curve putting your parent into memory care and one that my siblings and I did not look forward to but it became 247 care. We felt Gencare was a great match for Mom, nice directors with a...
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.
When you visit Madrona Park in the heart of Federal Way, you'll notice something unexpected the minute you walk through the doors. You can see, hear, and feel the energy and vibrancy of our community. The lobby is bustling, people are laughing, and friends are chatting. Some are planning outings...
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9.3
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88 reviews
Foundation house is a good place. I love here. Before coming here I toured a lot of place and choose foundation house. I have made a lot of friends, people here is specials from other residents, kitchen...
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.
Exploring a Redefined IndependenceIt’s time to declare independence from chores, household maintenance and the stress that often comes from living at home. Instead, our independent living and assisted living seniors live a life full of interesting things to do and interesting people to do them...
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9.2
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19 reviews
What I always liked about the Village is they provide a calm and mellow environment that is not too cramped. The staff shortage had been an ongoing issue ( especially in the kitchen). Also, their hair salon...
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 Village Senior Living offers expansive common areas, large apartments and an array of services & amenities for independent living, assisted living and memory care. Our community is four stories with apartments on the first three floors dedicated to assisted living and personal care...
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9.1
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37 reviews
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.
At The Rivers at Puyallup, our exceptional staff, engaging activities, and active social life make our residents happy to call our community home.Puyallup is an assisted living, memory care, and independent living community located just outside of downtown Puyallup, a quiet town with many...
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9.0
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5 reviews
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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8.9
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192 reviews
I needed to move my mom into Meridian at Stone Creek while also dealing with my stepdad being in and out of the hospital and nursing facilities at the same time. [name removed] worked with us through the...
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.
Why settle for ordinary when you can have extraordinary? Escape to The Meridian at Stone Creek and discover luxurious senior living in Milton, Washington.Journey beyond the predictable and uninspiring. Visit The Meridian at Stone Creek and truly appreciate all the possibilities that await right...
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8.5
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15 reviews
I would say to them " we looked at a lot of places and when we talked with the administrator there was am immediate connection, she was informative and it was easy to see that they cared very much on giving...
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.
Hearthside Manor is a memory care community that offers 34 private bedrooms, secure non-challenging environment, licensed nurses on staff, dementia trained caregivers, 3 nutritious meals served daily, snacks available 24 hours, daily activities and entertainers, individualized service plans,...
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1 review
We visited 3 places. This was clean and both caregivers were nurses, that was the main reason. My loved one was not active with the activities.
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 Parklane Adult Family Home is one of senior living communities in the area. To find the right community for your needs and budget, connect with one of A Place For Mom’s local senior living advisors for free, expert advice.
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The Young House s very welcoming and feels like a family atmosphere and we would recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had so far.
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.
At The Young House Care Home, we strive to provide excellent care for individuals of all ages and in all stages of life. Our goal is to help you maintain the highest quality of life specific to your needs. We understand the importance of family and we do our best to treat your family like our...
Cost of assisted living in Tacoma, WA
The average cost of senior living in Tacoma is $4,911 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Ketron Island, WA with an average of $4,763 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Tacoma, WA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Tacoma, WA vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Tacoma, WA by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Tacoma over time
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What families are saying about assisted living in Tacoma
Recent reviews for assisted living in Tacoma
Regency Newcastle
4.8
Really enjoyed my stay. Wonderful staff. Breakfast is served a little to early for me.I really like the varirty of activities. I was at Newcastle 14 days i met a lot of nice people with each of them having an interesting story to tell.
Titlow Adult Family Home in Tacoma, WA
5.0
[name removed] was such a caring person, she took great care of my husband. She always treated him with respect and compassion. [name removed] was excellent at keeping me informed of everything regarding my husband. My children and I are extremely happy with the care that was given to my ...
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Viktoria AFH in Bellevue, WA
4.5
My mother moved into Viktoria AFH about one month ago, and while she was completely resistant to doing so, she is content and happy. The staff treat her like she is gold, and make her feel loved and special. She loves them and especially the meals that they prepare from scratch every day. ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Friendly and accommodating staff. Many reviews highlight the friendly and accommodating nature of the staff at various communities, such as Gig Harbor Court, Meridian at Stone Creek, and Gencare Lifestyle Tacoma at Point Ruston. Families and residents express appreciation for the personal connections made with staff member ...
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Quality and varied meal options. Throughout reviews, quality food stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At the Meridian at Stone Creek, Gencare Lifestyle Tacoma at Point Ruston, and Merrill Gardens at Wright Park, residents often comment on the delicious and diverse meal opt ...
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Engaging activities and social opportunities. Residents find enjoyment in the wide range of activities offered in communities, such as bingo, crafting, card games, and movie nights. For instance, at Meridian at Stone Creek, Gig Harbor Court, and Gencare Lifestyle Tacoma at Point Ruston, staff members organize events that keep resident ...
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Thoughtful communication between staff and families. Reviews contain many mentions of frequent, clear, and effective communication between community staff members and family members, ensuring everyone is informed and care needs are being met. This is evident at communities like Gencare Lifestyle of Federal Way, Meridian at Stone Creek, and C ...
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Well-maintained facilities and apartments. Reviews often praise the cleanliness, upkeep, and maintenance of both interior living spaces and outdoor areas at various communities, such as Gig Harbor Court, Meridian at Stone Creek, and Merrill Gardens at Wright Park. Families appreciate the sense of pride staff take in maintaining a c ...
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Warm and caring community atmosphere. Several reviews mention the welcoming and caring atmosphere at different communities, creating a sense of belonging for residents. For example, at Meridian at Stone Creek, Gig Harbor Court, and Gencare Lifestyle Tacoma at Point Ruston, community members describe the friendliness and suppor ...
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Tacoma review score based on 308 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 308 reviews of 152 Tacoma assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Tacoma 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
Tacoma review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Tacoma 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 308 reviews of 152 Tacoma assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Tacoma 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.Tacoma, WA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
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4.1
Activities
3.9
4.1
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Tacoma assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Tacoma assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Tacoma, 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 Tacoma 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 Tacoma 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
70.4%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
48.7%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
67.1%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.7%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
15.1%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
86.2%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
57.2%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
79.6%
53%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Tacoma 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 Tacoma Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Tacoma, WANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
77%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
27%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
59.2%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.7%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Tacoma 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 Tacoma partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Tacoma, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
13.2%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.5%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
35.5%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
65.8%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Tacoma 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 Tacoma communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Tacoma, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
18.4%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
23.7%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
30.9%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Tacoma 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 Tacoma offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Tacoma, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
24.3%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
13.8%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
19.1%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.4%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
39.5%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.2%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
21.1%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
21.1%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20.4%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30.3%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
27.6%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
22.4%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.2%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
25%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Tacoma
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 Tacoma protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
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