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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Lake Tapps, WA
The cost of independent living in Lake Tapps is about $3,686 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 38 options. Read 742 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.
As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Issaquah, Tacoma and Enumclaw.
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Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
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.
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.
Gracious Mill Ridge Village, situated close to the cultural and sports centers of the Seattle/Tacoma metropolitan area, truly allows you to relax and enjoy retirement in the fast growing community of Milton. By using a simple yet comprehensive fee schedule, our retirement community offers you the...
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.
Three Auburn Court apartment buildings Access controlled Each building is serviced by an elevator Some apartments are handicap accessible and contain modifications Laundry facilities on each floor Beautifully enclosed courtyard, complete with a cascading fountain. During the warmer months, patio...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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.
The Parkside Retirement Center is an assisted living community located in beautiful Auburn, Washington. The center is surrounded by immaculately cared for lawns with mature trees. Located twenty minutes from Seattle, and ten minutes from Tacoma, Auburn is an historical town with the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Heritage House is wonderful! The care givers are really terrific with our mom. Since placing her in the memory care facility, it has given our family peace of mind, just knowing she cant just walk out...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Heritage House at Mountain View is nestled at the base of majestic Mount Rainier in Buckley, Washington. This facility is easily accessable because it is located on Highway 410 which leads to Mount Rainier National Park and the White Pass Ski Area. Buckley is a quick drive from Tacoma, 30...
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My mother has recently moved into this community and she is loving her new apartment. She was lucky enough to get a brand new unit that is very clean and has a lot of great amenities available to her. It is...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
We have built this senior community keeping a fun and active lifestyle in mind. Celebration Senior Living is a Senior Housing Assistance Group community. SHAG has been serving the Puget Sound region for 25 years, with a commitment to enhancing and enriching the lives of people though affordable...
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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.
Our Federal Way apartment buildings are located near Sea-Tac Mall, restaurants, hospitals, medical clinics, public transportation, places of worship, beauty salons, theaters, physical fitness center, Target, and Steel Lake Park.
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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.
Our Federal Way apartment buildings are located near Sea-Tac Mall, restaurants, hospitals, medical clinics, public transportation, places of worship, beauty salons, theaters, physical fitness center, Target, and Steel Lake Park.
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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.
Cost of independent living in Lake Tapps, WA
The average cost of senior living in Lake Tapps is $3,686 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Prairie Heights, WA with an average of $3,483 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Lake Tapps, WA vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Lake Tapps
Recent reviews for independent living in Lake Tapps
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
Warm and welcoming staff. Many reviews mention the friendly and helpful nature of the staff at various communities, such as Cogir of Kent and Julian Estates. Families appreciate the kindness and attentiveness of the staff towards their loved ones.
Variety of activities. Residents find joy in the wide range of activities offered in different communities, like Cogir of Kent and Merrill Gardens at Wright Park. These include games, crafts, social events, and outings to local attractions.
Well-maintained living spaces. Reviews consistently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of communities, such as Brookdale Allenmore and Merrill Gardens at Auburn. Residents and families note the importance of well-maintained living spaces for their overall satisfaction.
Delicious meals and dining experiences. Throughout the reviews, quality food stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their communities, like Cogir of Kent and Merrill Gardens at Wright Park. The chef accommodates dietary restrictions and individual preferences, making mealtimes a highlight for many.
Engaging social atmosphere. Residents mention the importance of feeling socially engaged and included in their communities. Examples include the friendly environment at Julian Estates and the variety of social opportunities at Brookdale Foundation House.
Responsive and helpful staff. Families express appreciation for the prompt and courteous response from staff at their communities, such as Merrill Gardens at Auburn and Cadence of Kent-Meridian. They mention the ability to address concerns and ensure their loved ones' needs are met effectively.
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Lake Tapps independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lake Tapps independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lake Tapps, 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 Lake Tapps 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 Lake Tapps partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25.7%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45.7%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
42.9%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
48.6%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Lake Tapps 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 Lake Tapps communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lake Tapps, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
45.7%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
51.4%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
40%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
31.4%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lake Tapps 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 Lake Tapps offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lake Tapps, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
51.4%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.6%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.1%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.3%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
74.3%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
48.6%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
48.6%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
45.7%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.1%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
54.3%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
45.7%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
42.9%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
54.3%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Merrill Gardens at Wright Park, Revel Issaquah and Brookdale Allenmore IL are the top-rated independent living facilities near Lake Tapps, Washington. See full list of communities.
There are 38 independent living facilities near Lake Tapps, Washington. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Lake Tapps, Washington are Revel Issaquah, Brookdale Allenmore IL and Cogir of Kent. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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