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Photo of MorningStar of Kirkland
2020 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.4
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8 reviews
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I like the indoor saltwater pool, the gym and the fact they have an on-site physical therapist the most. Everyone is very friendly and welcoming (residents and staff). We have a great life enriching group as...
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.
A 55+ community, MorningStar of Kirkland offers 152 apartments for independent living in the beautifully forested Totem Lake area. With easy access to I-405, our community is bordered by Juanita Bay (with its beaches and parks), Evergreen Health Medical Center and the retail center of The Village......Read more
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1717 Photos available
9.2
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12 reviews
9.2
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The experience is much better than expected. The residents are generally happy and friendly. We have an active program of games and travel. Meals are exceptional and form a base for each day. We made a good...
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......Read more
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1313 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.0
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11 reviews
9.0
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11 reviews
5 star
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[name removed] left the lodge in the early summer to return to her own home. The Pt program and the food were outstanding. Unfortunately the discharge planning and support for return home were non-existent....
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.
Aegis Lodge, Kirkland At Aegis Lodge in Kirkland, our residents enjoy the best of all: a wonderful well-trained caring staff and an atmosphere difficult to find elsewhere, surrounded by nature, walking paths and five-star dining but yet close to Evergreen Hospital and Seattle's eastside doctors.......Read more
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Photo of Madison House
1010 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.9
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33 reviews
8.9
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33 reviews
5 star
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Our family very much appreciated Madison House while Grandma was living there. The caregivers took amazing care of her. Always respectfully and with kindness. I slept well knowing she was looked after and...
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.
Independent Living Independent living at Madison House provides all the benefits of being at home without the burden of household chores; cooking, cleaning and maintenance. This is a lifestyle that facilitates independence as you age and give you the freedom to pursue your own interests without......Read more
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66 Photos available
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6 reviews
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......Read more
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Photo of Merrill Gardens at Kirkland
11 Video available
1212 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.0
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When my parents took a tour, they were impressed by the beautiful community spaces, relaxed atmosphere and friendly greetings from staff and residents, and the spacious apartments. They decided to move in,...
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......Read more
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The only comment I can share is that this is not a typical rental process, especially, if a candidate is applying for affordable rents. It is a complex process and takes patience. The staff at Vintage are...
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.
Welcome to Vintage at Mill Creek a luxury 55+ apartment community located in beautiful Mill Creek, Washington. Currently offering spacious 1 and 2 bedroom apartment homes featuring modern appliances including a full-size washer and dryer, microwave, twelve place setting dishwasher and more. We......Read more
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2020 Photos available
1717 Floor plans available
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I love this place. residents are not as young and independent as they say, but lots of fun and interesting people. As they have grown, they have cut way back on things like free Lyft rides. Room cleaning is...
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.
DON’T RETIRE, REVELAt Revel, you’re more than just a resident; you’re a member of a thriving independent living community that feels more like a retreat than retirement. Your resident membership includes everything you need to live life on your own terms in this empowering community, including......Read more
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77 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.9
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41 reviews
9.9
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41 reviews
5 star
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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.
Cogir of Edmonds is a fine, full-service senior living community nestled in the city of Edmonds. Offering residents the opportunity to live their lives to the fullest, the community features gracious amenities, thoughtful services, fine dining options, and a diverse social calendar. Narrow,......Read more
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11 Video available
99 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.9
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38 reviews
9.9
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38 reviews
5 star
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I am very pleased about how everyone is so friendly! The opportunity to ask for anything from books to read to help if I fall or become ill. I am happy here.
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.
At our retirement community offering independent and assisted living options for seniors, we’re here to help you seize your new opportunities and make the most of them. For independent living residents, it might mean trading in the chores of home and yard maintenance for time to pursue a......Read more
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Photo of Sunrise of Bellevue
11 Video available
1515 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
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9.9
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30 reviews
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We have been very happy placing mom and dad at Sunrise Bellevue. The staff is warm, caring, and made sure the transition was easy. The place seems to be well run, there are activities every day, 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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living......Read more
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1616 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.8
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80 reviews
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80 reviews
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My sons toured this retirement home and knew I would love it. The staff is genuinely friendly and caring. They remain pro-active in trying to ensure residents have their best life. The food is very good and...
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.
Cogir of Mill CreekCogir of Mill Creek inspires elegance and class with its grand homey design. The community features a lovely display of plants ranging from blush flowers to tall trees. Cogir of Mill Creek warmly welcomes residents and strives to offer the right level of care. Living options......Read more
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1010 Photos available
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29 reviews
9.6
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My mother has found Laurel Cove to be a very comfortable and friendly place to live. The staff is abundantly kind and compassionate.
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.
Laurel CoveLocated in the heart of Shoreline, this welcoming community features modern yet antique interiors that offer familiarity and nostalgia as you begin a new journey into retirement. The highly trained staff leads with compassion and works tirelessly to help residents preserve their......Read more
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Photo of Fairwinds - Brittany Park
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9.5
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30 reviews
9.5
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30 reviews
5 star
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I have been there 6 weeks and am very happy with my decision. For 6 months I looked at many retirement places and came back to the 1st place I looked. Very happy.
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.
Fairwinds - Brittany Park is proud to be managed by Leisure Care, who, for nearly 40 years, has led the industry in the development and management of elegant retirement communities. We offer independent living and assisted living services and have set exceptional standards for quality and choice......Read more
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Photo of The Creekside
1818 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.5
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32 reviews
9.5
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32 reviews
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I recently had to manage my dad's transition to Creekside independent living facility, and I’m truly grateful for having found this place. They are affordable and extremely helpful at navigating the...
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......Read more
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9.5
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9.5
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Murano has been able to find many kind and caring staff. The place is really infused with a sense of fun as well as caring. That sense of staff being empowered but supported is very rare but precious.
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.
Murano specializes in creating an experience of unmatched hospitality for residents and guests alike. We offer independent living, assisted living, memory care, and state of the art programs such as Bridges and Bridges Bistro for those in early stages of memory loss. Our community also offers......Read more
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11 Video available
1414 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.4
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43 reviews
9.4
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43 reviews
5 star
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Everything is great! We love it. Many of the faculty have been there for over 20 years. Staff are friendly and seem happy to work there.
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.
Truewood by Merrill, First Hill is perfect for those who like being near boutique shopping, theaters, concert and lecture halls and much more. This friendly retirement community is in the First Hill neighborhood, where many of Seattle's best known and highest quality medical practices are......Read more
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11 Video available
1515 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.4
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67 reviews
9.4
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Northgate Plaza does a very good job for us, it's high quality at a reasonable price. One area for improvement would be a greater variety of food choices.
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 the heart of Northgate with easy access to I-5, Northgate Plaza offers high-quality care and an enriched senior living lifestyle within a familiar North Seattle neighborhood. The community is close to the Northgate Mall shops and restaurants as well as public parks, houses......Read more
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Photo of Cogir of Queen Anne
11 Video available
1212 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.3
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60 reviews
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60 reviews
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I picked this community because of the gorgeous large apartment with high ceilings and big windows surrounded by beautiful trees including some cherry blossoms. It's like living in a tree house! Winter views...
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.
Within the Queen Anne neighborhood, you’ll find a traditionally modern community encompassed by bright green shrubs called Cogir of Queen Anne. Designed to provide residents comfort and peace in retirement, the community offers lively programming, attentive care, and a safe environment. Choose......Read more
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99 Photos available
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9.2
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I was looking fir an assisted living community that was comfortable, convenient and served excellent meals. I found this but what really surprised me was how many friendly, interesting residents I got to...
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 Merrill Gardens at The University
11 Video available
1313 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.2
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9.2
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We have been extremely happy with Merrill Gardens. My parents toured several retirement communities and it became very apparent that MG was a special community. The staff is experienced and take great care...
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.
Merrill Gardens at The University provides desirable retirement living near the University of Washington. Take advantage of the University Village outdoor shopping center and tree-lined Burke-Gilman trail; both ideal for strolling and just steps from the front door. Enjoy being close to a......Read more
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9.2
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18 reviews
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I've lived here for three months and the residents and staff are very friendly. Its been easy to make friends. The food is restaurant quality. There's a cafe with food choices from the dining room kitchen...
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.
Set on a beautiful 55-acre campus in Shoreline, the Cristwood continuing care retirement community offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Since Cristwood shares a campus with other CRISTA Ministries organizations, each day is filled with opportunities for you to grow,......Read more
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Photo of GenCare Lifestyles at Scriber Gardens
1111 Photos available
9.2
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I'd say that they are a great facility that works hard at providing a healthy, safe environment and quality care for those who need it. I was amazed by the range of resident needs that they meet on a...
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,......Read more
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Photo of The Gardens at Town Square
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9.1
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26 reviews
9.1
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26 reviews
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The Gardens has been a wonderful experience all the way around & if we were doing it all over again, we would do everything exactly the same. There may be options that cost less but I believe we are getting...
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.
Welcome to The Gardens at Town Square, an Era Living community. The Gardens offers a warm, vibrant lifestyle, a vast array of amenities, rich programming, and exceptional Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care. Located in the heart of downtown Bellevue, The Gardens is just steps......Read more
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The staff is AMAZING!!! It is very apparent that the company values their staff and that in turn makes a happy employee that takes pride in their work and ownership/care in the place they work and the...
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.
Located minutes outside of Bellevue and downtown Redmond, Fairwinds Redmond offers luxurious apartment homes in a fun and active retirement community.We are very proud to be managed by Leisure Care, who, for over 30 years, has led the industry in the development and management of elegant......Read more
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Cost of independent living in Kirkland, WA

The average cost of senior living in Kirkland is $4,436 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bellevue, WA with an average of $4,341 per month.

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

Kirkland, WA
$4,436/mo

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

Kirkland, WA
$4,436/mo
U.S. national average
$4,086/mo

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

$5,399/mo
Independent Living
$4,436/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,842/mo
Studio
$4,651/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,490/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,698/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$12,140/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Kirkland over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Kirkland

Recent reviews for independent living in Kirkland

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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Aegis of Bellevue Overlake

5.0
It's a great choice. They are very alert to individual needs.

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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and welcoming staff and residents. Reviews consistently mention the kindness and warmth of the staff and residents at various communities. For example, at Pacific Regent Bellevue by Cogir, several reviews mention feeling at home and making friends among both staff and residents. At Revel Issaquah, the staff and residents trea ...
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Plentiful and varied activities. Activities are a popular feature mentioned in many reviews, with families praising the range of offerings at communities like Cogir of Queen Anne and MorningStar of Kirkland. These include everything from movie nights and museum outings to gardening classes and bingo.
Thoughtfully designed spaces. Reviews frequently comment on the cleanliness and thoughtful design of the living spaces and common areas at communities. For example, at The Creekside, residents appreciate the spacious apartments and the beautiful interior decor. At University House Wallingford, the interior is described a ...
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Access to medical care and resources. Several reviews mention the convenience of having medical care and resources on site or nearby, which provides peace of mind for families. For example, at Pacific Regent Bellevue by Cogir, the community is located near a leading hospital and medical community. At Woodland Terrace, the staff ...
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Delicious meals and dining experiences. Throughout reviews, high-quality food is mentioned as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. For example, at Pacific Regent Bellevue by Cogir, the servers are great and the meals are fun and interesting, while at Revel Issaquah, the food is described as excel ...
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Communication and transparency. Clear and effective communication between families and staff is a common theme in reviews, allowing everyone to stay informed and ensure care needs are being met. For example, at Madison House, staff were praised for their open communication and responsiveness, while at North Creek, the fami ...
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Kirkland independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Kirkland independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Kirkland, 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 Kirkland 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 Kirkland partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Kirkland, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.1%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
52.8%
34.2%
No sugar
No sugar
49.6%
30.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
56.7%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20.5%
9.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Kirkland 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 Kirkland communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Kirkland, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
54.3%
36.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
56.7%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
53.5%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
37%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Kirkland 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 Kirkland offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Kirkland, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
57.5%
44.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
36.2%
28.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
44.9%
32.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
53.5%
47.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60.6%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
70.9%
54.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
51.2%
42.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
51.2%
37.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
55.1%
41.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
58.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
56.7%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
43.3%
32.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
47.2%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
55.9%
46.3%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Vintage at Mill Creek, Revel Issaquah and Cogir of Edmonds are the top-rated independent living facilities near Kirkland, Washington. See full list of communities.

There are 144 independent living facilities near Kirkland, Washington. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Kirkland, Washington are Cogir of Edmonds, Brookdale West Seattle and Cogir of Mill Creek. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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