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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Lakeland South, WA
The cost of independent living in Lakeland South is about $4,051 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 66 options. Read 1137 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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This community has been good for my mom so far. It is an independent-living community, with additional care services if residents need it. My mom is able to cook all of her own meals with the full kitchen in...
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.
Shag's Meeker Court apartments is one of three buildings in Kent that make up the Tri-Court apartments (in addition to Green River Court and Park Court.) These apartments participate in a program designed to maintain affordable rental apartment homes for age and income qualified senior residents....
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: 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 Kent apartments participate in a program designed to maintain affordable rental apartment homes for age and income qualified senior residents. We are located in the downtown Kent area We have four-story buildings that area serviced by an elevator,and all of our buildings are access controlled...
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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: 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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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
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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.
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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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 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.
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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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...
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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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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: 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 Lakeland South, WA
The average cost of senior living in Lakeland South is $4,051 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Prairie Heights, WA with an average of $3,483 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Lakeland South, WA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Lakeland South, WA vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Lakeland South
Recent reviews for independent living in Lakeland South
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.
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Friendly and helpful staff. Many reviews praise the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at various communities. For example, at Cogir of Kent, the staff went above and beyond to help make a loved one's move-in process easy and welcoming. At Meridian at Stone Creek, the staff are friendly and helpful, making residen ...
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Varied activities for socializing. Residents find joy in the diverse range of activities offered at communities. At Merrill Gardens at Wright Park, activities include game nights, parties, outings, and on-site events that help residents stay engaged and active. At Meridian at Stone Creek, residents appreciate the growing list ...
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Clean and well-maintained living spaces. Reviews often highlight the cleanliness and upkeep of the community. For example, at Cogir of Kent, apartments are described as beautiful and new with plenty of natural light. At Meridian at Stone Creek, the community has undergone recent renovations, making the common areas more inviting an ...
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Individualized care and attention. Residents find comfort in the individually tailored care and attention they receive at their communities. For example, at Cogir of Kent, staff go above and beyond to accommodate residents' unique needs, making sure they feel safe and secure. At Meridian at Stone Creek, staff provide personal ...
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Delicious and varied dining options. Throughout the reviews, residents express their satisfaction with the quality of the meals provided at their communities. For example, at Cogir of Kent, the food is described as excellent and varied, with multiple meal options that residents look forward to. At Meridian at Stone Creek, the d ...
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Supportive and inclusive community atmosphere. Reviews highlight the warm and welcoming community atmosphere at various communities. For example, at Merrill Gardens at Wright Park, residents make new friends and feel like family. At Meridian at Stone Creek, staff treat everyone like family and create an inclusive environment where reside ...
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Lakeland South independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lakeland South independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lakeland South, 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 Lakeland South 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 Lakeland South 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
22.6%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45.2%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
41.9%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
41.9%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.5%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Lakeland South 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 Lakeland South communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
41.9%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
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Room service
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Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lakeland South 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 Lakeland South offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
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Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
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27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.5%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
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47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.1%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
74.2%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.8%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
48.4%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.9%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
54.8%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
51.6%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
40.3%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Frequently Asked Questions
Merrill Gardens at Wright Park, Revel Issaquah and Sunrise of Bellevue are the top-rated independent living facilities near Lakeland South, Washington. See full list of communities.
There are 66 independent living facilities near Lakeland South, Washington. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Lakeland South, 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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