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The cost of independent living in Driftwood Shores is about $4,576 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 411 options. Read 4141 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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
Our continuing care retirement community is home to nearly 250 residents who value independence and friendship, healthy living and quality care. The convenience, amenities and safety of a retirement community combine with the freedom of residing in your own home. With a prime location on Queen...
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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.
WELCOME TO PARK SHORE. A lakefront tower in Seattle's picturesque Madison Park neighborhood, Park Shore is an active, welcoming community with panoramic views of Lake Washington. We offer a full range of services to foster independent and healthy living. Unparalleled retirement living. After...
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
It’s here…the Eastside’s newest 55+ active living community, conveniently located in the prestigious Redmond Ridge neighborhood. Lease your new apartment home today! Reunion at Redmond Ridge is affordable resort-style living, designed with comfort in mind.Choose from a studio, 1, 2, or 3 bedroom...
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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They do not offer meals at WoodRose as it is an independent living community. My dad has not yet started participating in any of the activities offered. The staff are helpful and friendly. They keep the...
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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.
WoodRose Apartments offers independent living without sacrificing the quality of life enjoyed by people 62 years of age or older. WoodRose is a beautifully appointed apartment community designed exclusively for you with privacy, safety and convenience in mind. Our building is access controlled...
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My father in law has been at Orchard Park for one year and has grown to love it there. He will do his won thing and they are there to support him. The nurses in charge always take what I have to say and then...
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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.
An 82 unit Assisted Living facility, Orchard Park provides accommodation to clients ranging from those totally independent to those requiring 24-hour care. Staff includes Licensed Nurses 24 hours a day. Apartments range from studio to 2-bedroom/2-bath up to 860 square feet. All are fully...
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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.
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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Nestled in the heart of Pike Place Market is a treasure just waiting to be discovered — Heritage House at the Market. With panoramic views of Elliot Bay and the Olympic Mountains, Heritage House offers private apartments in a rich urban environment. Staffed 24 hours a day, Heritage House brings...
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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.
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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.
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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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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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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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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.
Comfort and care has an address – and it’s The Terraces at Skyline.It’s nice to know there’s a special place that offers exceptional care for every stage of life. Open since 2009, Skyline is a not-for-profit community nestled in the heart of the city. As Seattle’s only true Life Care community...
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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.
Welcome to The Park at Belle Harbour, where modern luxury meets urban sophistication. Belle Harbour is the pinnacle of independent and assisted living in the city of Bellevue and its surrounding region, delivering world-class service & care, community craftsmanship, and unprecedented...
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I have lived here for about five years. The rent I have entered is nominal. Rent for most residents is based on income. I have rated care services as fair because this is an independent living facility....
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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.
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Convenient to retail shopping, public transportation, medical facilities and parks. Indoor community rooms and outdoor courtyards for recreation and relaxation. We have planned activities and events.
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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.
Cannon House, with 100 assisted living units and 20 senior independent apartments, is located in the heart of Seattle's Central District. This modern, spacious facility was opened in 2002 with the intent to provide first rate and affordable services that would allow all seniors to remain close...
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This is a fantastic community. They have so many activities for the residents to choose from. They will even take the residents to lunch and rides around town. The staff is always super friendly to 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.
“Providing loving care from the Heart” Our dementia cottage is cozy and intimate, and each person who enters out cottage, receives a “Best Friend” – someone to go on this most difficult journey of dementia with your loved one. Best Friends spend time with their resident. They keep a scrap...
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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.
Nikkei Manor Assisted Living offers an inviting community for older adults who want to maintain a lifestyle of active choice. Free from worries about everyday tasks, our residents have the time to enjoy the friendship of a new neighbor, a visit from a grandchild, a gardening project on a sunny...

Cost of independent living in Driftwood Shores, WA

The average cost of senior living in Driftwood Shores is $4,576 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Anacortes, WA with an average of $4,024 per month.

Independent living costs in Driftwood Shores, WA, vs. nearby cities

Driftwood Shores, WA
$4,576/mo
$4,646/mo

Independent living costs in Driftwood Shores, WA, vs. state and national averages

Driftwood Shores, WA
$4,576/mo
U.S. national average
$4,176/mo

Independent living costs in Driftwood Shores, WA, vs. other senior living options

$5,501/mo
Independent Living
$4,576/mo

Independent living costs in Driftwood Shores, WA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,562/mo
Studio
$4,990/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,809/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,434/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,326/mo

Senior living costs in Driftwood Shores vs. state and national costs

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Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Driftwood Shores, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDriftwood Shores, WAWashingtonU.S.
Independent Living$4,576/mo$4,161/mo$4,176/mo
Assisted Living$5,416/mo$5,264/mo$4,718/mo
Memory Care$5,501/mo$5,163/mo$4,972/mo
Independent Living
Driftwood Shores, WA:$4,576/mo
Washington:$4,161/mo
U.S.:$4,176/mo
Assisted Living
Driftwood Shores, WA:$5,416/mo
Washington:$5,264/mo
U.S.:$4,718/mo
Memory Care
Driftwood Shores, WA:$5,501/mo
Washington:$5,163/mo
U.S.:$4,972/mo
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Independent living costs in Driftwood Shores, WA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Driftwood Shores 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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Independent living cost trends in Driftwood Shores, WA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Driftwood Shores 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.

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Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Driftwood Shores, WA$4,148/mo$3,836/mo+8.1%
Washington$3,639/mo$3,442/mo+5.7%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
Driftwood Shores, WA
2024 average cost:$4,148/mo
2023 average cost:$3,836/mo
Percent change:+8.1%
Washington
2024 average cost:$3,639/mo
2023 average cost:$3,442/mo
Percent change:+5.7%
National
2024 average cost:$3,257/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Driftwood Shores

Recent reviews for independent living in Driftwood Shores

Highlander Apartments in Seattle, WA

4.9
What we really saw that was positive is the staff, from the front end staff, to the director, who is excellent to work with. They have excellent communication. We get emails all the time with any updates. They're close by to medical facilities, so that's been a Godsend. The shuttle service ...
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The Vintage at Mount Vernon

5.0
I've had a great experience here so far, I'd recommend this place highly! You get quite a lot for what you pay here, they are "apartment homes" so each unit has a small fully equipped kitchen, and a washer and dryer. The complex also has a gym, billiard room, and a great room for ...
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Cap Sante Court Community in Anacortes, WA

4.9
My family member will have been there two years in August, and it is perfect for his needs. He has a studio right by the dining room and is very comfortable there. He has an exercise routine and plays games every day with fellow residents.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Diverse and engaging activities. Reviews consistently praise the wide range of activities offered at various communities, including movies, nature walks, museum visits, and social events. At Solista Everett by Cogir, residents participate in daily activities and are offered bus trips to explore the area. Residents of Cogir o ...
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Supportive and friendly staff. Numerous reviews express appreciation for the caring and attentive nature of staff members at their communities. At Port Townsend Senior Living by Cogir, the staff is described as knowledgeable, courteous, and helpful to both residents and visitors. The staff at Solista Everett by Cogir are ...
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Thoughtfully designed living spaces. Several reviews mention the comfortable and spacious living quarters at their communities, such as the large apartments at Creekside Continuing Care Community and the balconies with natural light at Creekside Continuing Care Community. Residents of Port Townsend Senior Living by Cogir appr ...
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Communication and transparency. Families value the open and consistent communication between staff and loved ones. At MorningStar of Kirkland, the staff is praised for their availability and responsiveness to family concerns. Residents and their families of Solstice at Renton appreciate the regular updates and clear inform ...
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Individualized care and attention. Residents find comfort and peace of mind knowing that their unique needs are met with compassion and consideration. At The Creekside, staff members accommodate specific requests and adapt to the changing needs of residents. The caregivers at Revel Issaquah go above and beyond to make sure th ...
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Delicious and nutritious meals. Reviews highlight the importance of quality food in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At MorningStar of Kirkland, the chef accommodates individual preferences and dietary restrictions, while the food at Woodland Terrace is described as excellent and generous in portion si ...
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Driftwood Shores independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Driftwood Shores independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Driftwood Shores, 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 Driftwood Shores 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 Driftwood Shores 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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20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45.5%
34.5%
No sugar
No sugar
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31%
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Vegetarian
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Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Driftwood Shores 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 Driftwood Shores communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
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36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
47.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
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Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Driftwood Shores 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 Driftwood Shores offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
50.3%
45.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.6%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.7%
33.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.2%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53.3%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
59.6%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.4%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
43.1%
38.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.7%
41.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50.9%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
50.3%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
35.5%
33.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Brookdale West Seattle, Avista Ferndale and Cogir of Edmonds are the top-rated independent living facilities near Driftwood Shores, Washington. See full list of communities.
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The best independent living facilities near you in Driftwood Shores, Washington are Brookdale West Seattle, Cogir of Edmonds and Pacific Regent Bellevue by Cogir. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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