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The cost of independent living in Fortson is about $4,564 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 169 options. Read 2537 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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Photo of Solista Everett by Cogir
2323 Photos available
1919 Floor plans available
9.1
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74 reviews
9.1
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I am currently living at Solista Everett and give the facility an over all 5. What I like the most about the community is the affordability, décor, friendly residents, great activity director with many...
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.
Cascadian Place provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.Located in the beautiful town of Everett, we'll be your island of comfort in the middle of lakes, rivers and the Pacific Coast. You'll enjoy the natural beauty of the region and the convenience of being...
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1414 Photos available
1616 Floor plans available
9.0
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9.0
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I no longer live at Mountain Glen. I moved because I couldn't afford the rent. It was a good experience but not without it's faults.
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.
Mountain Glen Retirement Center is located in the heart of Skagit Valley and has successfully blended the elements of the Northwest to ensure a comfortable, secure and independent way of life. Our philosophy is to inspire creative, healthy, and active lifestyles to enrich the minds and bodies of...
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4848 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.0
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41 reviews
9.0
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I love living here! The place is spotless and my room has lots of space and more closet space then I can fill! I enjoy the food. But the best thing is the amazing staff. They are so friendly, I really feel...
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.
Solstice Senior Living at Bellingham is rooted in natural beauty and historic Fairhaven charm. Our community is just two hours from Seattle, and just beyond Bellingham Bay and the famed Chuckanut Drive. Family members and caregivers find comfort in the availability of on-site personal care...
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88 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.0
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51 reviews
9.0
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51 reviews
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We like the apartment, we had to move in a hurry. We do like the staff, and they are very solicitous. I didn’t give a 5 star because the meal haven’t been good lately. The meat isn’t tender so sometimes it...
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.
Enhancing Your Senior LifestyleImagine if you could trade all of your chores, including cooking, cleaning and home maintenance, for a different kind of senior living, full of interesting things to do and interesting people to do them with. That’s the life you’ll find in our assisted living...
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1111 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.0
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34 reviews
9.0
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Absolutely 5+.What we like the most about The Creekside is the walkability to businesses; administrative personnel who REALLY care about the residents, look out for their safety and well being, and provide...
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.
The Creekside is excited to announce that occupational and physical therapy are available onsite. We now have an in-house Director of Rehabilitation. With these therapy services, combined with the exceptional care available onsite, we are able to meet the needs of any senior! Located in quaint...
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Photo of Aegis at Marymoor in Redmond
1414 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.0
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September 2024, I was desperate to find a place for my wife of 19 years suffering from dementia. As a caregiver without any time to myself, a call came offering to help me! After three tries, I settled on...
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.
Ideal Location – Peaceful Setting and Urban ConvenienceTucked among evergreens at the Redmond–Bellevue border across from Marymoor Park, the community offers a peaceful, residential setting with easy access to world-class medical care at Overlake and Evergreen medical centers, plus nearby...
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8.9
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14 reviews
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The food is great. all the staff are very good (helpful, Fun, courteous). The management and front desk are knowledgeable, supportive, nice, they provide many activities that are fun and informative. They...
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.
PICTURE YOUR RETIREMENT IN BOTHELL Welcome to Woodland Terrace, where your retirement adventure awaits. When you visit our retirement community in the heart of Bothell, you'll notice something unexpected the minute you walk through the doors. You can see, hear, and feel the energy and vibrancy...
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Photo of Summerhill Assisted Living and Whidbey Island Memory Care
88 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.9
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20 reviews
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Good staff, I got a good price due to a special they had. My mother passed yesterday, and they were wonderful in how it was handled. he friendly staff was the biggest factor in my favorable opinion of the...
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.
Home Place Oak Harbor is a unique home-oriented Alzheimer's and Dementia Care Facility. We specialize in providing the highest quality of care to our resident's, by employing caregivers and nurses who are kind, compassionate and educated to this level of care. We have 3 living areas with a total...
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Photo of The Gardens at Marysville
3333 Photos available
1111 Floor plans available
8.9
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34 reviews
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Staff is great. Many activities available. Her room is renovated and is light and airy. She doesn't always like the food but it changes all the time.
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.
At The Gardens at Marysville, our exceptional staff, engaging activities, and active social life make our residents happy to call our community home.The Gardens at Marysville is an assisted living and, coming soon, memory care community located in the wooded area of Marysville, Washington. Our...
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Photo of North Creek
1919 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
8.8
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70 reviews
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70 reviews
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Very frustrating until he got his room settled. Was supposed to be a five day delay that kept getting pushed back. So he was there with no official services as he was concerned a guest staying in a guest...
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.
Looking for an exceptional senior living community?Well, you’ve found it. When you combine an exceptional lifestyle, ready-made friends and outstanding service, the result is what we callRetirement Perfected™Welcome to Bonaventure Retirement, Assisted Living & Memory Care Community Life is...
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Photo of GenCare Lifestyles at Scriber Gardens
1111 Photos available
8.8
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22 reviews
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22 reviews
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The team there are great. They are engaged and feel like they are working for the residents. It's an older facility so you don't feel like you're at a resort, but the energy in the staff and residents make...
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.
GenCare Lifestyle at Lynnwood is an assisted living community located in Lynnwood, WA. The city of Lynnwood is located in Snohomish County and is home to about 36,500 people. Lynnwood is a small, working city with great retail shops where residents can go out for lunch together, go see a movie,...
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Photo of Brookdale Fairhaven
88 Photos available
8.8
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20 reviews
8.8
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20 reviews
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My father was happy there. They cared about him but the other residents were really lovely and he loved being in their company. I would recommend to others. It's clean. Staff is kind and caring. He loved the...
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.
Not All Assisted Living Is Created EqualFor those looking for exceptional senior living in the Great Northwest, you need look no farther. Your future favorite senior living community provides assisted living for seniors in historic Bellingham, known for its vibrant art scene, historic waterfront...
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Photo of Washington Oakes
1111 Photos available
8.7
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35 reviews
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35 reviews
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Our 2 bedroom two bath is very usable and lovely. It has great staff and they are very helpful. Our room is in the original school building and very quiet. We love a reserved parking space. The only...
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.
Live at Washington Oakes Retirement Community, in the heart of Everett, Washington, and you'll have boasting rights to the best retirement community quality and service in the entire Everett region. We are conveniently located three blocks west of Broadway, near the new Colby Campus Hospital and...
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Photo of Empress Senior Living at Laurelhurst
99 Photos available
8.7
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Wonderful experience getting my mom in to empress Senior living, thank goodness they had space . it is a very new facility great and the staff is intelligent and very helpful. I would recommend this place...
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.
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Photo of Harbour Pointe Senior Living
1818 Photos available
8.7
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The staff is wonderful and committed to being helpful, kind and very engaging. The facility is beautiful and feels like a nice hotel which we were going for.
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.
At Harbour Pointe Senior Living & Memory Care, we’re proud to be the small-town, local option. Many of our residents have lived in Mukilteo for all of their lives, and we’re happy to offer senior living options to them right here, in the town they’ve always called home. We have been in...
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Photo of Mountlake Terrace Plaza
1515 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.7
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84 reviews
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84 reviews
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Well, when we came for the initial tour, they talked about having happy hour every Wednesday night but it's actually like a little concert and they have to sit down. They don't really get to mingle so I...
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.
Conveniently located in downtown Mountlake Terrace just 20 minutes north of Seattle. Mountlake Terrace Plaza is known for delivering a service-enriched lifestyle and high-quality care within a warm, friendly community setting. Explore the area's large parks with walking paths and discover why...
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8.7
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56 reviews
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So thankful to find a place for my husband who has advanced dementia. They take good care of him and I know he is safe. They provide good food and activities that he can participate in if he wants to do so.
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.
Built in 2000, Where the Heart is Assisted Living and Memory Care is designed as a home like environment two-story building with 59 apartments. There are three separate assisted living neighborhoods each comprising of 15 apartments and one memory care neighborhood including 14 apartments all...
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Photo of Brookdale Monroe
88 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.7
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The grounds there are beautiful! There's a pond there with a fountain in the middle, paved walking paths all around, a gazebo, shaded areas to sit by the building. Lots of flowers. They have a gardening...
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.
Building Your Best Senior LifeOur community has been serving the residents of Monroe, Snohomish, Sultan and the Sky Valley as the premier senior retirement community for many years. Offering independent living and assisted living lifestyles, as well as memory care has given us the opportunity to...
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Photo of Aegis Lodge
1313 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.6
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Al (general manager), [name removed](community coordinator) are both outstanding.. We love the aids in memory care ([name removed], [name removed], [name removed]and others) the staff turn over has been...
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.
Our cozy lodge-style community tucked among the trees and tranquil wetlands views, provides excellence in personalized care in assisted living and memory care.________________________________________
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Photo of Merrill Gardens at Kirkland
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33 Floor plans available
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Overall, my mother-in-law really enjoys living there. She likes the location, which allows her a sidewalk with activity just to people watch or sidewalks for walking. The staff is very pleasant and fun. They...
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.
Enjoy all bustling downtown Kirkland offers at Merrill Gardens at Kirkland: a wide range of cultural activities, international cuisine and several parks within walking distance. The Kirkland location is an excellent example of how retirement homes fit into their surroundings and take advantage of...
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8.5
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The staff was very friendly. The apartment was a nice size for my Aunt. The food was very good. Didn't have any activities going on at the time. But my Aunt has been participating in the activities since...
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.
It's time to start enjoying the carefree lifestyle you deserve and at our continuing care retirement community (CCRC) in Stanwood, Wash., each new day opens up a whole realm of possibilities. All you need to do is choose. From independent living and assisted living to memory care, the transition...
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Photo of The Village at Granite Falls
55 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.5
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I would give a five to every question. My mom loves it there and we are very happy. Faculty and staff are amazing, friendly and so kind. They take a genuine interest in all their residents and in each other....
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.
GenCare Lifestyle at Granite Falls is a Senior living community in Granite Falls, Washington. We offer a quaint, country home with a small town atmosphere. Our senior living community nestles in a forest setting with deer visiting daily. Being in Snohomish County we are conviently located within...
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I'm happy with everything. The staff is wonderful, great communication with any changes that take place, mom is happy, loves the food and has made friends. The facility is clean and safe. There is always...
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.
Warm Beach Senior Community is a faith-based not-for-profit community. We seek to provide more than just a financial safety net for low-income retirees and seniors: we want to empower them to live purpose-filled lives in sustainable community. Come tour with us today!
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2020 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.5
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76 reviews
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Food is often cold and desserts are dry in the baked goods. The sales director, [name removed]is very helpful and the nursing lead staff is outstanding. Rooms are not large for this category, but ample...
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.
Kenmore Senior Living has that Seattle Puget Sound charm that is known in the Pacific Northwest and our caring staff is ready to assist you or your loved one. Our senior living community in Kenmore, Washington has everything you could need in a senior living community. Our studio, 1, and...
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8.5
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Great facilities with an incredibly warm and helpful staff. My mom had just lost her husband of 70 years and moving into Aegis of Kirkland has helped her adapt to her new situation, create new friends and...
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.
Charming and intimate describes Aegis of Kirkland, where we specialize in assisted living and dementia care. With fresh baked bread every day, a welcoming secured courtyard for relaxing strolls, and a private dining room to host friends and family, this is home as it was meant to be. Aegis of...
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Cost of independent living in Fortson, WA

The average cost of senior living in Fortson is $4,564 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Darrington, WA with an average of $3,669 per month.

Independent living costs in Fortson, WA, vs. nearby cities

Fortson, WA
$4,564/mo

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

Fortson, WA
$4,564/mo
U.S. national average
$4,165/mo

Independent living costs in Fortson, WA, vs. other senior living options

$5,513/mo
Independent Living
$4,564/mo

Independent living costs in Fortson, WA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,257/mo
Studio
$4,827/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,786/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,005/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,595/mo

Senior living costs in Fortson 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: Fortson, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typeFortson, WAWashingtonU.S.
Independent Living$4,564/mo$4,151/mo$4,165/mo
Assisted Living$5,395/mo$5,261/mo$4,709/mo
Memory Care$5,513/mo$5,151/mo$4,961/mo
Independent Living
Fortson, WA:$4,564/mo
Washington:$4,151/mo
U.S.:$4,165/mo
Assisted Living
Fortson, WA:$5,395/mo
Washington:$5,261/mo
U.S.:$4,709/mo
Memory Care
Fortson, WA:$5,513/mo
Washington:$5,151/mo
U.S.:$4,961/mo
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Independent living costs in Fortson, WA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Fortson 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
Fortson, WA$4,306/mo$3,940/mo+9.3%
Washington$3,640/mo$3,446/mo+5.6%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Fortson, WA
2024 average cost:$4,306/mo
2023 average cost:$3,940/mo
Percent change:+9.3%
Washington
2024 average cost:$3,640/mo
2023 average cost:$3,446/mo
Percent change:+5.6%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Fortson

Recent reviews for independent living in Fortson

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

Warm and welcoming community atmosphere. Reviews consistently mention the friendly and welcoming nature of the residents and staff at various communities, such as Pacific Regent Bellevue by Cogir, Fairwinds - Brittany Park, Solstice at Bellingham, and Kenmore Senior Living. Residents enjoy meeting new people and making connecti ...
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Professionally maintained facilities. Residents and families praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the facilities at communities like Chandler's Square, Cristwood Shoreline, and Spring Creek by Bonaventure. The attention to detail extends to both private apartments and common areas.
Variety of activities for residents. Several reviews highlight the wide range of activities offered at various communities, such as Pacific Regent Bellevue by Cogir, Creekside Continuing Care Community, and North Creek, which cater to different interests and abilities. Activities include games, crafts, outings, and educationa ...
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Dedicated and compassionate staff. Numerous reviews express appreciation for the caring and devoted nature of the staff at communities like Madison House, Brookdale Monroe, and The Creekside. Staff members build strong relationships with residents, providing personalized care and support.
Delicious and nutritious meals. Quality meals are a significant factor in overall satisfaction with various communities, including Pacific Regent Bellevue by Cogir, Solista Everett by Cogir, and MorningStar of Kirkland. Residents look forward to mealtimes and appreciate accommodations for dietary restrictions and prefere ...
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Engaging social opportunities. Communities like Solstice at Bellingham, Creekside Continuing Care Community, and North Creek offer ample opportunities for socializing, both within the community and in the surrounding area. This includes outings, community events, and group activities.
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Fortson independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fortson independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fortson, 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 Fortson 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 Fortson partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Fortson, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
27.2%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
58.3%
34.5%
No sugar
No sugar
51%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
58.9%
33.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.5%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Fortson 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 Fortson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Fortson, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
56.3%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
58.9%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
57.6%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.8%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fortson 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 Fortson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Fortson, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
62.9%
45.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
39.1%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
44.4%
33.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60.3%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
67.5%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
72.2%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
55.6%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
51.7%
38.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
57%
41.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
63.6%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
62.3%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
43%
33.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
47%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
62.3%
46.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Olympic Place Retirement and Assisted Living, Cascade Valley and Cogir of Edmonds are the top-rated independent living facilities near Fortson, Washington. See full list of communities.
There are 169 independent living facilities near Fortson, Washington. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Fortson, Washington are Cogir of Edmonds, Cogir of Mill Creek and Pacific Regent Bellevue by Cogir. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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