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The cost of independent living in North Fort Lewis is about $3,521 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 18 options. Read 366 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: 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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2424 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
9.8
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96 reviews
9.8
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96 reviews
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Staff is great. My mom's only disappointment is that she's uniquely spry and healthy at 85. So many of her peers need walkers & wheelchairs she often feels like she's in an 'old folks home.'
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.
INDEPENDENT LIVING, REIMAGINEDRevel Lacey is reimagining independent living in a vibrant community where personalized experiences meet comfortable living. A place where good food and good friends go hand-in-hand, and fun is never far from home. Here, you’ll laugh, learn, and make some of the best...
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33 Floor plans available
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9.7
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45 reviews
9.7
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45 reviews
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[names removed] are very satisfied with the whole A PLACE FOR MOM communication. We toured several senior living communities, [name removed] has been a huge help through the whole process on Tacoma, she is...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Brookdale Allenmore-Independent Living Community is idyllically located close to shopping, medical centers, therapy, eye and dental facilities and yet has a lush green belt to the west for quiet, peaceful enjoyment. A seasoned devoted staff will great and welcome you. The sense of friendliness...
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9.7
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57 reviews
9.7
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My mother recently moved in and I absolutely love it! The staff is sweet and kind. Everybody always looks so happy - the residents and staff. There are so many daily activities, my mom is always busy. The...
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.
Cogir at The Narrows in Tacoma, Washington, offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. This community aims to improve seniors' quality of life by providing plenty of opportunities for activity and social interaction. The grounds of the community feature...
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9.5
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16 reviews
9.5
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We haven't used the meals so I can't really speak on that one. Smells good. With the cleanliness is due to the other residents, not the staff. Some don't take their dogs out like they should. Some bring bugs...
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.
Gibson Gardens is a great community in the hills of Tacoma featuring 122 large apartments with full amenities. All apartment homes include full sized washers & dryers, microwave, oven and full sized dishwashers for your convenience. The spacious living rooms have electric fireplaces for immediate...
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1111 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.2
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What I always liked about the Village is they provide a calm and mellow environment that is not too cramped. The staff shortage had been an ongoing issue ( especially in the kitchen). Also, their hair salon...
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.
The Village Senior Living offers expansive common areas, large apartments and an array of services & amenities for independent living, assisted living and memory care. Our community is four stories with apartments on the first three floors dedicated to assisted living and personal care...
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1313 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.0
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I think the best thing is she is around other people and enjoys the musical entertainment. She is quite the critic! We would definitely recommend the Merrill Gardens at Tacoma community to other families...
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.
Our community is designed to meet your individual needs and give you the freedom to be yourself. We offer the best in independent senior living, assisted living and memory care from a family-owned company that knows connection is everything.We are close to shopping, dining, and other services in...
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99 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.0
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3 reviews
8.0
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3 reviews
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My grandmother moved into Kings Manor just over a week and a half ago and is incredibly happy with her choice. The entire staff was incredibly friendly and kind. The day she moved in we had staff coming to...
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.
Welcome to Kings Manor Senior Living Community, a beautiful non-profit home for assisted living services. We are proud of our distinguished history of providing quality care to seniors in the scenic South Sound area.Our goal at King's Manor is to meet each resident's individual needs while...
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People are friendly. The place is very nice my dad likes it very much. We picked this community because, it was the best place we looked at out of four places.
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.
We’re asked to wear a lot of hats in life like loving husband, model employee, and supportive parent, but one of the most challenging roles to fill is caregiver. Caregivers are often forced to walk fine lines, lines like being available to keep an eye on their dad in case he takes another fall,...
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Patriots Landing is a great place to live. The building is bright and clean and the staff friendly and helpful. There are lots of activities if you want to keep busy and a library or your own apartment if...
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.
Outside the main entrance to Patriots Landing Retirement Community near Puget Sound, WA, fly the flags of the U.S. Army, the Air Force, The U.S. Navy, and the Marine Corps. In a nod to those who have served our county, Patriots Landing was initially designed exclusively for retired and former...
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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.
Nestled in quaint University Place, The Cottages at Peach Creek offers charming craftsman style apartment homes, complete with pitched roofs, shingle exteriors and lovely front porches on every residence. All residences include attached one- and two-car garages, beautifully landscaped private...
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6.8
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29 reviews
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My mom recently moved into the community. The process went smooth from the very first meeting with [name removed], to the day of move in. The nursing team did not miss a beat with managing moms transition...
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.
A Little Assistance. A Lot of Life.You deserve to upgrade your senior living, and this is a great place to do it. Our community is located in the beautiful city of Tacoma, surrounded by all the conveniences of shopping, fine dining, medical services and nearby entertainment. Our award-winning...
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My mom is living in a clean community. She is eating from the community and they prepare good meals. There is activities available for my mom and the residents. I feel that my mom is safe here.
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.
Lakewood Meadows is a new apartment community designed exclusively for seniors in Lakewood. Each apartment offers the modern convenience of new appliances, and the comfort of accessible floor plans and quality finishes. Professionally decorated community rooms offer bingo, potlucks, arts and...
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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.
From the moment you enter Maple Creek you’ll feel the warmth and caring, from the staff and tenants. Maple Creek overlooks the beautiful Ponce De Leon Creek, surrounded by the peaceful sights and sounds of nature.Maple Creek is located directly across the street from the Lakewood Town Center....
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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.
Charlton Place is ideally located near I-5 and HW 512 and is conveniently close to shopping, restaurants and medical care. We offer the perfect combination of services and amenities that blend the care seniors need with the convenience they value and the independence they cherish. Residents and...
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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.
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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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The best part of Narrows Glen is the staff members and management that make everyone feel welcome and secure. I am very pleased with the care involved with daily life for example the detail of the meal...
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.
Welcome to Narrows Glen! Independent Senior Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care in Tacoma, Washington.Make yourself at home at Narrows Glen in Tacoma, Washington. It’s a friendly, flexible environment that celebrates your individuality and nurtures your soul. We recognize that each new...
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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 North Fort Lewis, WA

The average cost of senior living in North Fort Lewis is $3,521 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include McChord AFB, WA with an average of $3,455 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in North Fort Lewis, WA vs. nearby cities

North Fort Lewis, WA
$3,521/mo
$3,732/mo

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

North Fort Lewis, WA
$3,521/mo
U.S. national average
$4,146/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in North Fort Lewis vs. other types of senior living

$5,117/mo
Independent Living
$3,521/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in North Fort Lewis, WA by room type

Semi-Private
$6,050/mo
Studio
$4,224/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,680/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,650/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,050/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in North Fort Lewis over time

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What families are saying about independent living in North Fort Lewis

Recent reviews for independent living in North Fort Lewis

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

Welcoming and friendly staff and residents. Reviews consistently mention the warm and welcoming atmosphere at the communities, with residents and staff making new friends and creating a sense of community. For example, at Cogir at The Narrows Tacoma Assisted Living, new residents are welcomed by the staff and residents, making the tran ...
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Varied activities and engaging social events. Activities and social events are a significant factor in residents' satisfaction with their senior living communities. At Merrill Gardens at Wright Park, residents enjoy a range of activities from trivia nights and movie screenings to outings and special events. At Revel Lacey, the community ...
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Delicious meals and dining experiences. Residents often comment on the high quality of food and meals at their communities. At Cogir at The Narrows Tacoma Assisted Living, the chef creates delicious meals that residents look forward to, and special dietary needs are accommodated. Merrill Gardens at Wright Park residents praise th ...
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Clean and well-maintained living spaces. Cleanliness and maintenance are key factors in residents' satisfaction with their communities. At Brookdale Allenmore IL, residents appreciate the cleanliness of their apartments and common areas, and note that maintenance requests are addressed efficiently. Revel Lacey residents mention the ...
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Wide range of apartment sizes and options. At Brookdale Allenmore IL, residents can choose from a variety of apartment sizes and floor plans, allowing them to find the perfect fit for their needs and preferences. Similar flexibility is mentioned at Revel Lacey, where residents appreciate the range of options for apartment styles and ...
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Professional and responsive community management. Effective and attentive community management is crucial for residents' satisfaction with their senior living experience. At Merrill Gardens at Wright Park, residents praise the excellent communication and problem-solving skills of the community management team. At Revel Lacey, the team is re ...
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North Fort Lewis independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in North Fort Lewis independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in North Fort Lewis, 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 North Fort Lewis 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 North Fort Lewis partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
North Fort Lewis, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.1%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
55.6%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
55.6%
32.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.6%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in North Fort Lewis 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 North Fort Lewis communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
North Fort Lewis, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
55.6%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
55.6%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
55.6%
36%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
44.4%
16.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in North Fort Lewis 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 North Fort Lewis offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
North Fort Lewis, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
55.6%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.7%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.1%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
77.8%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
42%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
61.1%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
55.6%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
61.1%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
55.6%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
44.4%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
50%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
61.1%
45.7%
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Merrill Gardens at Wright Park, Revel Lacey and Brookdale Allenmore IL are the top-rated independent living facilities near North Fort Lewis, Washington. See full list of communities.

There are 18 independent living facilities near North Fort Lewis, Washington. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in North Fort Lewis, Washington are Revel Lacey, Brookdale Allenmore IL and Gig Harbor Court. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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