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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Cougar Valley, WA
The cost of independent living in Cougar Valley is about $3,406 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 88 options. Read 1388 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Rainier Vista Senior Apartments is a beautiful apartment community located in Pacific, Washington between Puyallup and Auburn. We are an affordable housing community offering spacious apartments to individuals 55 years and older. We have a variety of activities which include but not...
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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.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Three Auburn Court apartment buildings Access controlled Each building is serviced by an elevator Some apartments are handicap accessible and contain modifications Laundry facilities on each floor Beautifully enclosed courtyard, complete with a cascading fountain. During the warmer months, patio...
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The Parkside Retirement Center is an assisted living community located in beautiful Auburn, Washington. The center is surrounded by immaculately cared for lawns with mature trees. Located twenty minutes from Seattle, and ten minutes from Tacoma, Auburn is an historical town with the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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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Team members are always helpful, caring and loving! Everyone here treats the residents with respect and dignity - this is family!
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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.
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.
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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.
Gracious Mill Ridge Village, situated close to the cultural and sports centers of the Seattle/Tacoma metropolitan area, truly allows you to relax and enjoy retirement in the fast growing community of Milton. By using a simple yet comprehensive fee schedule, our retirement community offers you the...
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It was fine but we decided to go with a condo.
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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.
Park Meadows Retirement Community, the newest 55+ retirement residence in the Yakima area. Park Meadows is situated overlooking the beautiful greens of Chesterley Park. We offer distinctive spacious one- and two-bedroom suites complete with full kitchens, and washer/dryer. Park Meadows is also...
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I have made my home at Fieldstone West for 18 months. I appreciate living in such a safe, caring and lovely community. All staff, no matter their position, are friendly, caring and make the residents feel...
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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.
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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.
Living Care Retirement Community is an independent living community in the quaint area of Yakima County, Washington. This amazing community is located near shopping centers and quiet neighborhoods. Yakima is a peaceful place to live, filled with conveniences and plenty of amenities for seniors...
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When looking for a new place to live, I was really drawn to Ponderosa. I heard great things about it. My move in process was really fast and was made easy for me. I would recommend Ponderosa to anyone;...
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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.
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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Each building offers a large recreation room on the main level. The recreation rooms are furnished with a big screen television and VCR for the enjoyment of our residents. We also have an assortment of games, cards, and puzzles for use in the recreation room. For those who wish to participate,...
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I am doing fine since becoming a resident of this community. My apartment is suitable with the amenities I need. I am able to make my own meal in my kitchen. They have some activities like bingo and a sheet...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Our Kent apartments participate in a program designed to maintain affordable rental apartment homes for age and income qualified senior residents. Located near Downtown Kent, Various Coffee Shops and Nail Salons, Shopper Shuttle for your convenience.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Our Kent apartments participate in a program designed to maintain affordable rental apartment homes for age and income qualified senior residents. We are located in the downtown Kent area We have four-story buildings that area serviced by an elevator,and all of our buildings are access controlled...
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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.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
One of three buildings in Kent that make up the Tri-Court apartments (in addition to Meeker Court and Park Court.) Three-story buildings Serviced by an elevator Access controlled Some apartments are handicap accessible and contain modifications Laundry facilities on each floor. large courtyard...
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I have lived here for 2 years and truly like enjoy living here. it is very clean and people stay out of business unless you ask they do monitor and do housing inspection which i believe is a great idea for...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
SHAG' Park Court apartments are one of three buildings in Kent that make up the Tri-Court apartments (in addition to Green River Court and Meeker Court.) These apartments participate in a program designed to maintain affordable rental apartment homes for age and income qualified senior residents....
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This community has been good for my mom so far. It is an independent-living community, with additional care services if residents need it. My mom is able to cook all of her own meals with the full kitchen in...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Shag's Meeker Court apartments is one of three buildings in Kent that make up the Tri-Court apartments (in addition to Green River Court and Park Court.) These apartments participate in a program designed to maintain affordable rental apartment homes for age and income qualified senior residents....
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Our Federal Way apartment buildings are located near Sea-Tac Mall, restaurants, hospitals, medical clinics, public transportation, places of worship, beauty salons, theaters, physical fitness center, Target, and Steel Lake Park.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Our Federal Way apartment buildings are located near Sea-Tac Mall, restaurants, hospitals, medical clinics, public transportation, places of worship, beauty salons, theaters, physical fitness center, Target, and Steel Lake Park.
Cost of independent living in Cougar Valley, WA
The average cost of senior living in Cougar Valley is $3,406 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Tieton, WA with an average of $3,036 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Cougar Valley, WA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Cougar Valley, WA vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Cougar Valley
Recent reviews for independent living in Cougar Valley
Farrington Court in Kent, WA
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My 88 year old mother moved in 6 months ago. It has been the best thing to happen to her and the rest of the family too. She has her own one bedroom apartment with a full kitchen if needed although she eats all her meals down in the dining room with her new friends. There are so many activities ...
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Affinity at Puyallup
5.0
I would highly recommend this community for you or your loved one. The staff are excellent. The tour was great and they answered all of my questions and showed me around to everything.
Sunset Gardens in Puyallup, WA
4.0
It's going pretty good. The accommodations are pretty good. There isn't any air conditioning, or wi-fi on the third floor. The people are very nice. The people who work here are very professional. We have barbecue cookouts twice a week. They made it easy to move in, I slid right in.
Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Diverse meal offerings and customized dining experiences. Residents at various communities, such as Holiday South Hill, express appreciation for the flexibility in meal options and the ability to accommodate individual dietary preferences. Some communities offer made-to-order dishes and a variety of menu items at lunch, ensuring a satisfying dining e ...
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Friendly and accommodating staff. Reviews consistently praise the helpfulness and friendliness of staff members across multiple communities, like Revel Issaquah, who go above and beyond to make residents feel welcome and provide support. Several residents mention forming personal connections with their caregivers.
Engaging activities catering to various interests. Communities such as Meridian at Stone Creek provide residents with a range of activities to enjoy, from crafting and card games to outdoor trips and fitness classes. These offerings help keep seniors engaged and active in their new living environment.
Clean and well-maintained living spaces. Throughout the reviews, cleanliness is a common theme, with residents at places like Holiday South Hill commenting on the impeccable upkeep of their living spaces, from the private rooms to the communal areas. Regular cleaning and maintenance contribute to a comfortable, inviting atmosphere.
Social opportunities to meet new friends. Communities, such as Revel Issaquah, offer ample opportunities for residents to socialize and form new friendships. Activities, communal spaces, and communal meals encourage interaction and foster a sense of community among seniors.
Thoughtfully designed apartments for optimal comfort. Residents at communities like Farrington Court take notice of thoughtful apartment designs, which maximize comfort and convenience. Features such as ample storage space, accessible layouts, and private balconies contribute to a sense of familiarity and relaxation.
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Cougar Valley independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cougar Valley independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cougar Valley, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select dietary accommodations in Cougar Valley independent living
Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Cougar Valley 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
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Low / no sodium
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No sugar
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Availability of select dining options in Cougar Valley independent living
Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Cougar Valley communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Cougar Valley, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
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Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
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Room service
Room service
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cougar Valley independent 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 independent living communities in Cougar Valley offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
53.8%
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Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
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27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
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32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.3%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
75%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
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42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
47.5%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
47.5%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
58.8%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
57.5%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
42.5%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Frequently Asked Questions
Revel Issaquah, Cedar Ridge by Bonaventure and Cogir of Kent are the top-rated independent living facilities near Cougar Valley, Washington. See full list of communities.
There are 88 independent living facilities near Cougar Valley, Washington. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Cougar Valley, Washington are Revel Issaquah, Cogir of Kent and Meridian at Stone Creek. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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