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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Fort Nisqually, WA

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The cost of independent living in Fort Nisqually is about $3,820 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 43 options. Read 709 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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The best part of Narrows Glen is the staff members and management that make everyone feel welcome and secure. I am very pleased with the care involved with daily life for example the detail of the meal...
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.
Welcome to Narrows Glen! Independent Senior Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care in Tacoma, Washington.Make yourself at home at Narrows Glen in Tacoma, Washington. It’s a friendly, flexible environment that celebrates your individuality and nurtures your soul. We recognize that each new...
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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, 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.
Penrose Harbor is part of the Continuing Care Retirement Community Heron's Key. Modeled after our parent Emerald Heights in Redmond, Penrose Harbor has been open since 2017 in the lovely city of Gig Harbor. We specialize in all stages and levels of senior care, from independent, assisted, and...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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
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: 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.
Welcome to Gig Harbor's premier senior housing community. Situated on 27 acres in historic downtown Gig Harbor, Rosedale Village features single-level craftsman-style apartment homes. Adjacent to the popular Cushman Trail and walking distance to waterfront shops and restaurants, residents enjoy...
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They do not offer a meal option at this independent community. The staff and residents have been friendly. They do offer daily activities. They do lock the doors in the evening and you have to have a key...
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.
Life Manor-Golden Opportunity is an independent living community located in Tacoma, Washington. A part of Pierce County, Tacoma is a mid-size urban city counting about 250,000 people. The city offers a variety of dining and nightlife, an extensive farmers market, golfing, hiking and biking...
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I would tell others that it is a user friendly place. Life Manor is a great location, and reasonably priced. Everyone seems to look after for each other. The residents seem to really care.
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Life Manor Assisted Living offers the safe and caring community that seniors are looking for in the beautiful city of Tacoma, WA. Our seniors will find that Tacoma has much to offer. In addition to its natural beauty this city also provides residents and guests with opportunities to shop, golf,...
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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: 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: 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: 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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I have no complaints at all. I get over there often, and I see good things. I see the staff interacting with the residents. They are very accommodating, they will stop whatever they are doing and help me...
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.
Spring Ridge is a beautifully appointed, new retirement community completed in December 2003, conveniently located in Tacoma close to shopping, doctors and other important services. This locally owned and cozy one-story building offers stress free living by providing all the services, amenities...
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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.
From the moment you enter Maple Creek you’ll feel the warmth and caring, from the staff and tenants. Maple Creek overlooks the beautiful Ponce De Leon Creek, surrounded by the peaceful sights and sounds of nature.Maple Creek is located directly across the street from the Lakewood Town Center....
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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.
Charlton Place is ideally located near I-5 and HW 512 and is conveniently close to shopping, restaurants and medical care. We offer the perfect combination of services and amenities that blend the care seniors need with the convenience they value and the independence they cherish. Residents and...

Cost of independent living in Fort Nisqually, WA

The average cost of senior living in Fort Nisqually is $3,820 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include McChord AFB, WA with an average of $3,489 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Fort Nisqually, WA vs. nearby cities

Fort Nisqually, WA
$3,820/mo
$3,812/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Fort Nisqually, WA vs. the state and national average

Fort Nisqually, WA
$3,820/mo
U.S. national average
$4,052/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Fort Nisqually vs. other types of senior living

$5,094/mo
Independent Living
$3,820/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Fort Nisqually, WA by room type

Semi-Private
$6,034/mo
Studio
$4,625/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,822/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,094/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,144/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Fort Nisqually over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Fort Nisqually

Recent reviews for independent living in Fort Nisqually

Farrington Court in Kent, WA

5.0
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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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.

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.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Vibrant and welcoming community atmosphere. Many reviews mention the friendly and welcoming nature of the staff and residents at various communities, such as Merrill Gardens at Wright Park, Cogir at The Narrows Tacoma Assisted Living, and Solstice Senior Living at Point Defiance. Residents have made friendships and feel part of a s ...
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Delicious meals and diverse dining options. Families praise the quality of food and the variety of dining options offered at communities like Merrill Gardens at Wright Park, Brookdale Allenmore IL, and Brookdale Foundation House. Residents look forward to mealtimes and appreciate accommodations for dietary restrictions.
Well-maintained and attractive facilities. Reviews highlight the cleanliness and upkeep of communities, such as The Lodge at Mallard's Landing, Solstice Senior Living at Point Defiance, and Merrill Gardens at Tacoma. Residents appreciate the attention to detail in the maintenance of both public spaces and their individual living ar ...
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Engaging activities for socializing and staying active. Reviews for Cogir at The Narrows Tacoma Assisted Living, Solstice Senior Living at Point Defiance, and Merrill Gardens at Wright Park mention the wide range of activities offered to residents, including social events, games, gardening classes, and outings to local attractions.
Helpful and responsive staff. Several families express gratitude for the attentiveness and care provided by staff at their community, such as Weatherly Inn-Tacoma, Bridgeport Place, and Merrill Gardens at Tacoma. Staff members go above and beyond to accommodate residents' needs.
Variety of living arrangements to suit individual needs. Families report satisfaction with the different living arrangements available at communities like Merrill Gardens at Tacoma, Brookdale Allenmore IL, and The Lodge at Mallard's Landing, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care options.
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Fort Nisqually independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fort Nisqually independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fort Nisqually, 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 Fort Nisqually 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 Fort Nisqually partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Fort Nisqually, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.5%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
47.5%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
42.5%
30.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
52.5%
33.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.5%
8.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Fort Nisqually 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 Fort Nisqually communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Fort Nisqually, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
47.5%
36%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
55%
43%
Room service
Room service
45%
36.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
37.5%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fort Nisqually 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 Fort Nisqually offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Fort Nisqually, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
55%
44.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.5%
28%
Community service programs
Community service programs
45%
32.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.5%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60%
48.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
67.5%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
52.5%
42.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
57.5%
37.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
47.5%
41.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.5%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
55%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
45%
32.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
47.5%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.5%
46.1%
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Merrill Gardens at Wright Park, Cedar Ridge by Bonaventure and Revel Lacey are the top-rated independent living facilities near Fort Nisqually, Washington. See full list of communities.

There are 43 independent living facilities near Fort Nisqually, Washington. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Fort Nisqually, Washington are Revel Lacey, Cogir of Kent and Brookdale Allenmore IL. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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