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The cost of independent living in Forest Beach is about $4,324 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 388 options. Read 5853 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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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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Excellent place!! I love it and my mom loves it too. We learned about the Chateau when we went to a function at the Northshore Senior Center with our mom. At first I read the old reviews on this site...
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.
Chateau at Bothell Landing is a senior living community in which it is our primary goal to allow our residents to live life on their own terms. Rather than simply provide care for our residents, we also try to provide the perfect retirement for each and every individual. Building a retirement...
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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.
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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.
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I have lived at Alderwood Court since november 15th 2014. I am very happy here. I came from Vintage of Everett where I live for 7 years. my husband and I were the very first ones to move in that...
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.
Take classes at Edmonds Community College located within miles. Also,enjoy the convenience of Safeway, Albertson's, and Fred Meyer all less than a mile away. We are also located Near Stevens Hospital.The Lynnwood, Edmonds and Everett Senior Center are all within 10 miles, and Pioneer Park is...
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.
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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Heritage House is wonderful! The care givers are really terrific with our mom. Since placing her in the memory care facility, it has given our family peace of mind, just knowing she cant just walk out...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Heritage House at Mountain View is nestled at the base of majestic Mount Rainier in Buckley, Washington. This facility is easily accessable because it is located on Highway 410 which leads to Mount Rainier National Park and the White Pass Ski Area. Buckley is a quick drive from Tacoma, 30...
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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.
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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Provides: Independent Living
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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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Provides: Independent Living
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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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Provides: Assisted 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.
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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.
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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.

Cost of independent living in Forest Beach, WA

The average cost of senior living in Forest Beach is $4,324 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include McCleary, WA with an average of $3,445 per month.

Independent living costs in Forest Beach, WA, vs. nearby cities

Forest Beach, WA
$4,324/mo

Independent living costs in Forest Beach, WA, vs. state and national averages

Forest Beach, WA
$4,324/mo
U.S. national average
$4,176/mo

Independent living costs in Forest Beach, WA, vs. other senior living options

$5,464/mo
Independent Living
$4,324/mo

Independent living costs in Forest Beach, WA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,422/mo
Studio
$4,833/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,598/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,202/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,157/mo

Senior living costs in Forest Beach vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Forest Beach, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typeForest Beach, WAWashingtonU.S.
Independent Living$4,324/mo$4,161/mo$4,176/mo
Assisted Living$4,906/mo$5,264/mo$4,718/mo
Memory Care$5,464/mo$5,163/mo$4,972/mo
Independent Living
Forest Beach, WA:$4,324/mo
Washington:$4,161/mo
U.S.:$4,176/mo
Assisted Living
Forest Beach, WA:$4,906/mo
Washington:$5,264/mo
U.S.:$4,718/mo
Memory Care
Forest Beach, WA:$5,464/mo
Washington:$5,163/mo
U.S.:$4,972/mo
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Independent living costs in Forest Beach, WA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Forest Beach 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 Forest Beach, WA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Forest Beach 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 median 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
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Forest Beach, WA$3,956/mo$3,748/mo+5.6%
Washington$3,639/mo$3,442/mo+5.7%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
Forest Beach, WA
2024 average cost:$3,956/mo
2023 average cost:$3,748/mo
Percent change:+5.6%
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 Forest Beach

Recent reviews for independent living in Forest Beach

Brookdale Foundation House in Federal Way, WA

5.0
The staff is very friendly and helpful at Brookdale Foundation House. The dining staff really spoil you. The maintenance staff is prompt about needs and even brings your packages to your apartment from the front desk. The apartments are spacious with lots of storage. Families are notified of ...
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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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Spring Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care in Tacoma, WA

4.0
We are very happy with Spring Ridge. Our Mom is in the memory care facility and she has settled in well! The facility is very nice, clean and the residents are well taken care of.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Honest and caring staff. Several reviews mention the honesty and genuine care shown by the staff at different communities. For example, at Fairwinds - Brittany Park, a lost ring was found and promptly returned to its rightful owner, and at Revel Lacey, staff members are described as being attentive, friendly, and he ...
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Beautifully maintained facilities. Throughout the reviews, residents consistently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the facilities. At MorningStar of Kirkland, the indoor saltwater pool and gym are notable features, and at Brookdale Allenmore IL, the garden and walking trails are popular areas for socializing and exercisin ...
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Engaging social activities. Residents express enjoyment in the wide range of activities offered, from outings and field trips to game nights and parties. At Cogir of Queen Anne, activities include everything from bingo to singing and gardening, while at Capital Place, events are held regularly to bring residents togeth ...
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Individually tailored care plans. Many reviews mention the individualized attention and care plans provided by the staff. At Solstice at Renton, the staff accommodates dietary restrictions and creates personalized meal plans, while at Merrill Gardens at Tacoma, the focus on residents' unique needs ensures that they receive t ...
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Open and communicative staff. Staff members are described as being open, approachable, and responsive to residents' concerns and questions. At Solstice at Normandy Park, staff goes above and beyond to address issues and find solutions, while at Revel Issaquah, the team is praised for their willingness to listen and colla ...
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Thoughtfully designed communities. Reviews mention the thoughtful design and layout of the communities, making it easy for residents to navigate and feel at home. At Brookdale Olympia East, the atmosphere is described as warm and welcoming, while at Holiday Peninsula, the attention to detail ensures that everything is conveni ...
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Forest Beach independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Forest Beach independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Forest Beach, 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 Forest Beach 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 Forest Beach partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Forest Beach, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
53.5%
34.5%
No sugar
No sugar
47.7%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
55.2%
33.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19.9%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Forest Beach 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 Forest Beach communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Forest Beach, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
54.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
50.9%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Forest Beach 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 Forest Beach offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Forest Beach, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
57.5%
45.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.6%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
43.4%
33.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55.5%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60.4%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
71.1%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
53.5%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
52.6%
38.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
52.9%
41.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
58.1%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
57.8%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
43.9%
33.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
44.2%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
56.9%
46.5%
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Brookdale West Seattle, Cogir of Edmonds and Merrill Gardens at Wright Park are the top-rated independent living facilities near Forest Beach, Washington. See full list of communities.
There are 388 independent living facilities near Forest Beach, Washington. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Forest Beach, Washington are Brookdale West Seattle, Cogir of Edmonds and Merrill Gardens at Wright Park. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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