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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Mc Kenna, WA

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The cost of independent living in Mc Kenna is about $3,988 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 267 options. Read 3978 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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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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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.
Our continuing care retirement community is home to nearly 250 residents who value independence and friendship, healthy living and quality care. The convenience, amenities and safety of a retirement community combine with the freedom of residing in your own home. With a prime location on Queen...
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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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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.
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My mother was a resident with Bainbridge Senior Living for nearly 10 years, 7 at Madison Avenue and 3 years in the Memory Care unit at Madrona House. The staff are wonderful and caring individuals at both...
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.
The Madrona House is an assisted living community located in the beautiful city of Bainbridge Island, Kitsap County, Washington. Our community offers many cozy comforts of home. Dubbed as one of the Best Places to Live in the United States, Bainbridge offers scenic coastal views and plenty of...
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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: 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: 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.
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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: 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.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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 PARK SHORE. A lakefront tower in Seattle's picturesque Madison Park neighborhood, Park Shore is an active, welcoming community with panoramic views of Lake Washington. We offer a full range of services to foster independent and healthy living. Unparalleled retirement living. After...

Cost of independent living in Mc Kenna, WA

The average cost of senior living in Mc Kenna is $3,988 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Tenino, WA with an average of $3,401 per month.

Independent living costs in Mc Kenna, WA, vs. nearby cities

Mc Kenna, WA
$3,984/mo
$3,857/mo
$4,278/mo

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

Mc Kenna, WA
$3,984/mo
U.S. national average
$4,213/mo

Independent living costs in Mc Kenna, WA, vs. other senior living options

$5,429/mo
Independent Living
$3,984/mo

Independent living costs in Mc Kenna, WA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,773/mo
Studio
$4,713/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,316/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,826/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,118/mo

Senior living costs in Mc Kenna 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: Mc Kenna, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMc Kenna, WAWashingtonU.S.
Independent Living$3,984/mo$4,158/mo$4,213/mo
Assisted Living$4,843/mo$5,264/mo$4,718/mo
Memory Care$5,429/mo$5,163/mo$4,972/mo
Independent Living
Mc Kenna, WA:$3,984/mo
Washington:$4,158/mo
U.S.:$4,213/mo
Assisted Living
Mc Kenna, WA:$4,843/mo
Washington:$5,264/mo
U.S.:$4,718/mo
Memory Care
Mc Kenna, WA:$5,429/mo
Washington:$5,163/mo
U.S.:$4,972/mo
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Independent living costs in Mc Kenna, WA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Mc Kenna 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.
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Mc Kenna, WA$3,646/mo$3,551/mo+2.7%
Washington$3,639/mo$3,442/mo+5.7%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
Mc Kenna, WA
2024 average cost:$3,646/mo
2023 average cost:$3,551/mo
Percent change:+2.7%
Washington
2024 average cost:$3,639/mo
2023 average cost:$3,442/mo
Percent change:+5.7%
National
2024 average cost:$3,257/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Mc Kenna

Recent reviews for independent living in Mc Kenna

Brookdale Foundation House in Federal Way, WA

5.0
The staff is very friendly and helpful at Brookdale Foundation House. The dining staff really spoil you. The maintenance staff is prompt about needs and even brings your packages to your apartment from the front desk. The apartments are spacious with lots of storage. Families are notified of ...
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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.

Mc Kenna independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mc Kenna independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mc Kenna, 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 Mc Kenna 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 Mc Kenna 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
25.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
47.7%
34.5%
No sugar
No sugar
42.6%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50.2%
33.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.3%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Mc Kenna 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 Mc Kenna communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mc Kenna, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
44.3%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
49.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
44.3%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
31.6%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mc Kenna 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 Mc Kenna offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
51.9%
45.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.2%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40.9%
33.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.4%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.4%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69.2%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
49.4%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
49.4%
38.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
48.1%
41.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
52.7%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
52.7%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
40.5%
33.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
39.7%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
51.5%
46.5%
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