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Residential care homes in Des Moines often appeal to seniors who want to remain in a close-knit, familiar home environment but need personal care services like grooming assistance, medication reminders, and even help with cooking and cleaning. And, they’re typically home to fewer residents, enabling caregivers and residents to build stronger connections. The average cost of care homes in Des Moines is $7,894 per month.

To find the best care home options for your needs and budget, browse 1356 care homes in Des Moines and read 1413 reviews of families’ experiences. You may also consider nearby communities such as Seattle, Gig Harbor and Bainbridge Island.

Residential Care Home Facilities near Des Moines, WA

Cost of care homes in Des Moines, WA

The average cost of senior living in Des Moines is $7,894 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bremerton, WA with an average of $5,882 per month.

Residential care home costs in Des Moines, WA, vs. state and national averages

Des Moines, WA

$7,894/mo

Washington state

$7,686/mo

U.S. national average

$5,079/mo

Residential care home costs in Des Moines, WA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living

$6,521/mo

Memory Care

$7,920/mo

Independent Living

$4,262/mo

Residential Care Home

$7,894/mo

Residential care home costs in Des Moines, WA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private

$6,453/mo

Private

$7,521/mo

Senior living costs in Des Moines vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.

Column communityType: Community type

Column destination: Des Moines, WA

Column state: Washington

Column national: U.S.

Community type	Des Moines, WA	Washington	U.S.
Residential Care Home	$7,894/mo	$7,686/mo	$5,079/mo
Assisted Living	$6,521/mo	$6,480/mo	$5,830/mo
Memory Care	$7,920/mo	$8,229/mo	$6,999/mo
Independent Living	$4,262/mo	$4,089/mo	$3,520/mo

Residential Care Home

Des Moines, WA:$7,894/mo

Washington:$7,686/mo

U.S.:$5,079/mo

Assisted Living

Des Moines, WA:$6,521/mo

Washington:$6,480/mo

U.S.:$5,830/mo

Memory Care

Des Moines, WA:$7,920/mo

Washington:$8,229/mo

U.S.:$6,999/mo

Independent Living

Des Moines, WA:$4,262/mo

Washington:$4,089/mo

U.S.:$3,520/mo

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Residential care home costs in Des Moines, WA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly residential care home costs have shifted over the past five years in Des Moines 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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Residential care home cost trends in Des Moines, WA

The table below shows how monthly residential care home costs in Des Moines 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

Location	2024 average cost	2023 average cost	Percent change
Des Moines, WA	$6,701/mo	$6,886/mo	-2.7%
Washington	$6,214/mo	$6,402/mo	-2.9%
National	$4,801/mo	$4,687/mo	+2.4%

Des Moines, WA

2024 average cost:$6,701/mo

2023 average cost:$6,886/mo

Percent change:-2.7%

Washington

2024 average cost:$6,214/mo

2023 average cost:$6,402/mo

Percent change:-2.9%

National

2024 average cost:$4,801/mo

2023 average cost:$4,687/mo

Percent change:+2.4%

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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

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What families are saying about residential care home in Des Moines

Recent reviews for residential care home in Des Moines

Best Care Manor in Shoreline, WA

5.0

The community is outstanding. The staff is wonderful and attentive. The meals are excellent and fresh. and cook and made to order. They do offer a lot of activities. This is the next best thing to family care. This is a home like atmosphere with a few residents. The staff are more than caring, ...

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 ...

Rose Park Manor, RN in Kenmore, WA

5.0

The staff at this community are helpful and friendly. The food was ok, however I wish they would have asked my mom what her preferences were with regards to her diet. The price was a little high. They keep the community clean and I would recommend it.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Thoughtfully attentive caregivers. Residents and their families frequently praise the kindness and compassionate nature of caregivers at various communities. For example, at A Serenity Adult Family Home, one review states, 'The staff here is really attentive and caring with a loving attitude towards their residents.' At Loza L ...

Nutritious and delicious meals. Quality food is a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their communities. At A Serenity Adult Family Home, reviews mention that 'the meals were well planned and nutritious', while residents at Peace and Pleasant Care Adult Family Home II share that 'the food is all made from ...

Hometelike atmosphere. Many residents appreciate the family like environment of their communities, where they feel at home. At Angels' Arms LLC, the home's 'beautiful' and 'well-kept' interiors, as well as 'the common room and dining room that are big and not cluttered', contribute to this homelike atmosphere.

Personalized care plans. Care plans are tailored to meet the unique needs of each resident, ensuring they receive the care they require. At Peace and Pleasant Care Adult Family Home II, the staff 'worked with us to modify challenges' and 'helped our mom make the transition smoothly'. At Number 1 Freedom Adult Family ...

Peaceful surroundings. Communities with calming surroundings contribute to residents' overall well-being. At Maple Garden, the facility is 'picturesque' and 'sits on the golf course', while Verdant Grove offers a 'beautiful fenced yard' and 'shaded porch'.

Effective communication with families. Clear and open communication between families and communities is essential for peace of mind. At A Serenity Adult Family Home, reviews note that 'the owners are very responsive to feedback' and 'always available to discuss residents' care and answer questions'. At Angels' Arms LLC, the owner ...

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