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The cost of independent living in Skykomish is about $4,300 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 250 options. Read 3631 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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Photo of Woodland Terrace
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It is month to month (a big plus, I thought, so we don't feel trapped if we were to decide we made a mistake, but we don't think that and already consider this to be our home). WT is strictly independent...
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.
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...
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Photo of Solstice at Renton
1717 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.2
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It's a very welcoming environment without being intimidating. We have our privacy and lots of opportunities for socializing. It feels bright, safe and, open and like a place you want to be from the first...
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.
Located outside of Seattle, Washington, Solstice Senior Living at Renton offers residents easy access to adventure, entertainment and shopping. With proximity to Lake Washington and Coulon Beach Park, take in the beauty of the outdoors with friends. Family members and caregivers find comfort in...
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Photo of Merrill Gardens at Renton Centre
2020 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
9.2
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My experience has been fantastic. I have been here 14 months and everything is better than I expected. The staff has gone over and above to make sure I and my wife, who is in there memory care unit, can be...
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.
Merrill Gardens is an all-inclusive community. Choose from a studio, one-, or two-bedroom private apartment home. Enjoy concierge services, daily scheduled transportation, 24-hour staffing and weekly housekeeping.Our Anytime Dining program keeps up with our residents schedule with fresh,...
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The staff at Laurel Cove are always so kind to mom. She is treated with dignity and respect. She recently had to stay in a skilled nursing facility and after that experience, being back at Laurel Cove was 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.
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...
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Photo of Merrill Gardens at Auburn
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88 Floor plans available
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Merrill gardens was very nice. It was all [name removed] desire to leave. Staff were very accommodating with our particularly difficult and unique situation.
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 offer senior living in the heart of charming downtown Auburn, near the transit center and city hall. Enjoy living in the middle of downtown Auburn, close to a variety of stores, multiple restaurants, entertainment options and the Sounder train station.The community offers spacious private...
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66 Floor plans available
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I recently visited a loved one at this facility. All the staff were smiling, and the seniors looked very content. Overall very clean and I'm proud to have my loved one living here.
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.
At Sunrise of Redmond, our exceptional staff, engaging activities, and active social life make our residents happy to call our community home.Our lovely community is an assisted living and memory care community located just across Lake Washington from Seattle. We’re close enough to the city to...
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Communication with care staff and nurse has been perfect. Decisions with medications techniques and medication management with the doctor have been outstanding. Our family meets twice a week for activities...
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.
Chateau Valley Center is a trusted, locally owned, family-owned and operated senior living community in Renton, Washington, serving families across Fairwood, Kent, and South Seattle for over 20 years. Located just steps from Valley Medical Center and close to local parks, shopping, and cultural...
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Photo of GenCare Lifestyles at Scriber Gardens
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She went directly from the hospital, in a wheelchair, on hospice. She really was barely eating and we were told she may only last a couple of months. She is now thriving. She is able to be back to the use of...
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,...
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Photo of The Creekside
1111 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.0
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Absolutely 5+.What we like the most about The Creekside is the walkability to businesses; administrative personnel who REALLY care about the residents, look out for their safety and well being, and provide...
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.
In the heart of Woodinville, Washington, The Creekside offers vibrant Independent Living surrounded by lush greenery, boutique shops, and renowned wine country. Spacious studio, one-, and two-bedroom residences provide maintenance-free comfort, while chef-prepared dining, engaging wellness...
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Photo of The Village at Granite Falls
55 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.0
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Laid back, relaxed atmosphere. It was clean and cozy with friendly staff. Very happy with the experience! I would absolutely recommend to others.
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.
GenCare Lifestyle at Granite Falls is a Senior living community in Granite Falls, Washington. We offer a quaint, country home with a small town atmosphere. Our senior living community nestles in a forest setting with deer visiting daily. Being in Snohomish County we are conviently located within...
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Photo of Merrill Gardens at Kirkland
11 Video available
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33 Floor plans available
9.0
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my mother-in-law loves her apartment. She has a large covered and uncovered deck with access from the living room and bedroom. She loves being able to see the activity on the street and regularly uses 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.
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...
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Photo of Brookdale Arbor Place
88 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.0
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We like the apartment, we had to move in a hurry. We do like the staff, and they are very solicitous. I didn’t give a 5 star because the meal haven’t been good lately. The meat isn’t tender so sometimes it...
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.
Enhancing Your Senior LifestyleImagine if you could trade all of your chores, including cooking, cleaning and home maintenance, for a different kind of senior living, full of interesting things to do and interesting people to do them with. That’s the life you’ll find in our assisted living...
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Photo of Solista Bellevue by Cogir
2222 Photos available
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[name removed] at the front was the main reason... she was the ultimate definition of excellence when it comes to customer service. She was patient, understanding, friendly, kind, empathetic, excellent at...
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.
Nestled in a serene neighborhood between Lake Washington and Lake Sammamish is Solista Bellevue by Cogir — a multi-story community offering private living options, friendly fellowship, and great independent living services. Holiday The Bellevue Garden is surrounded by sturdy pines and thick...
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Photo of University House Issaquah
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It really is a good place, very well run, with caring, hard-working employees and friendly residents who go out of their way to be kind and supportive. The number and diversity of activities and outings are...
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 University House Issaquah, an Era Living community. University House offers a warm, vibrant lifestyle, a vast array of amenities, rich programming, and exceptional Independent Living and Assisted Living care. University House is nestled among the foothills of the beautiful Cascade...
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Photo of North Creek
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Everything is good all around. No complaints about the staff or facility. I would recommend them to others who are currently searching for a place.
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.
Looking for an exceptional senior living community?Well, you’ve found it. When you combine an exceptional lifestyle, ready-made friends and outstanding service, the result is what we callRetirement Perfected™Welcome to Bonaventure Retirement, Assisted Living & Memory Care Community Life is...
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Photo of Aegis of Redmond
1515 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
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The only negative might be the size but for my brother this was a plus. The location is perfect for my brother, right on the walking path he has walked for 25 years. The feeling of a home and family is what...
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 of Redmond creates 'home' amidst a bed and breakfast setting where your loved one can live, laugh, and enjoy life while watching the waters of the slough drift by. Life begins again at Aegis of Redmond. Nestled along the Sammamish River and Burk-Gilman Trail, Aegis of Redmond is a senior...
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Photo of The Gardens at Town Square
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We have been thrilled with the experience my parents are having at The Gardens. They have lived there almost a year, and it has been fantastic. The food is wonderful, the staff are all so helpful and...
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...
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Photo of Island House
11 Video available
2020 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
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We recently found Island House Assisted Living on Mercer Island for a family member. [name removed] the representative who helped us went beyond herself proving us with professional and informative care. So...
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.
A new way of life awaits you at Island House Assisted Living. Located near I-90 in the heart of Town Center, our senior living community in Mercer Island, WA raises the bar. With easy access to Seattle and Bellevue, our upscale community offers close proximity to urban delights and serves as a...
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Photo of Merrill Gardens at The University
11 Video available
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33 Floor plans available
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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...
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Photo of Olympic Place Retirement and Assisted Living
55 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
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My mom was there for three weeks as she tried it and really wanted to be home. The staff were very friendly and worked close with me. There was a bit of changes in staffing while I was there. The facility I...
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.
Looking for an exceptional senior living community?Well, you’ve found it. When you combine an exceptional lifestyle, ready-made friends and outstanding service, the result is what we callRetirement Perfected™Welcome to Bonaventure Retirement and Assisted Living. Life is good here in our...
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Photo of Fountain Court
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My father did not attend any activities, his choice. My Father needs to be told that he needs to shower, change clothes, get up and walk around and go outside. It seems like he needs more care than an...
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.
Fountain Court is an assisted living community located near the foothills of Mount Rainier in Maple Valley, Washington. Our community offers residents beautiful scenery with our gardens. Maple Valley also has all of the beauty the Pacific Northwest has to offer, and it is only a short drive to...
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Photo of The Watermark at Bellevue
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The food is absolutely amazing My dad is very happy with the dining options. The apartment is small, but posh. The kitchen is great, walk-in closet very spacious. Beautiful shower perfect for one person. 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.
THE WATERMARK AT BELLEVUELive a life that inspires you.The Watermark at Bellevue boasts exceptional Independent Living residences just steps away from our thriving Assisted Living and Memory Care community in the heart of beautiful Bellevue, Washington. With our unwavering commitment to crafting...
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The staff is wonderful and committed to being helpful, kind and very engaging. The facility is beautiful and feels like a nice hotel which we were going for.
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.
At Harbour Pointe Senior Living & Memory Care, we’re proud to be the small-town, local option. Many of our residents have lived in Mukilteo for all of their lives, and we’re happy to offer senior living options to them right here, in the town they’ve always called home. We have been in...
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Photo of Washington Oakes
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My father never did move in to Washington Oaks. They were very friendly and helping me get his apartment set up and also helping to evaluate him as his health deteriorated before he could move in. They were...
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.
Live at Washington Oakes Retirement Community, in the heart of Everett, Washington, and you'll have boasting rights to the best retirement community quality and service in the entire Everett region. We are conveniently located three blocks west of Broadway, near the new Colby Campus Hospital and...
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Photo of The Gardens at Marysville
3333 Photos available
1111 Floor plans available
8.7
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Staff is great. Many activities available. Her room is renovated and is light and airy. She doesn't always like the food but it changes all the time.
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.
At The Gardens at Marysville, our exceptional staff, engaging activities, and active social life make our residents happy to call our community home.The Gardens at Marysville is an assisted living and, coming soon, memory care community located in the wooded area of Marysville, Washington. Our...
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Cost of independent living in Skykomish, WA

The average cost of senior living in Skykomish is $4,300 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Leavenworth, WA with an average of $3,328 per month.

Independent living costs in Skykomish, WA, vs. nearby cities

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$4,440/mo

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

Skykomish, WA
$4,302/mo
U.S. national average
$4,247/mo

Independent living costs in Skykomish, WA, vs. other senior living options

$5,431/mo
Independent Living
$4,302/mo

Independent living costs in Skykomish, WA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,000/mo
Studio
$3,979/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,904/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,549/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,146/mo

Senior living costs in Skykomish 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: Skykomish, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSkykomish, WAWashingtonU.S.
Independent Living$4,302/mo$4,203/mo$4,247/mo
Assisted Living$5,398/mo$5,301/mo$4,784/mo
Memory Care$5,431/mo$5,218/mo$5,056/mo
Independent Living
Skykomish, WA:$4,302/mo
Washington:$4,203/mo
U.S.:$4,247/mo
Assisted Living
Skykomish, WA:$5,398/mo
Washington:$5,301/mo
U.S.:$4,784/mo
Memory Care
Skykomish, WA:$5,431/mo
Washington:$5,218/mo
U.S.:$5,056/mo
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Independent living costs in Skykomish, WA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Skykomish 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.

Skykomish, WAWA stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Skykomish, WA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Skykomish 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.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Skykomish, WA$4,248/mo$3,889/mo+9.2%
Washington$3,641/mo$3,442/mo+5.8%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
Skykomish, WA
2024 average cost:$4,248/mo
2023 average cost:$3,889/mo
Percent change:+9.2%
Washington
2024 average cost:$3,641/mo
2023 average cost:$3,442/mo
Percent change:+5.8%
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 Skykomish

Recent reviews for independent living in Skykomish

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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GenCare Lifestyles at Scriber Gardens in Lynnwood, WA

3.2
Be cautious of what they tell you when you're moving in. They told me they would evaluate me to make sure I could be at the rate I was paying. They never did that. I was in much worse shape when I first got there and thought I would be getting more care. Nobody really came in to talk to me ...
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South Pointe Assisted Living in Everett, WA

5.0
My mom was here for several years and really enjoyed the other residents and the staff. It's a really small community, the smallest I've ever seen, and it's all on one level so it was easy for her to get around with her walker. Great for someone looking for a warm, family-like environment.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Honest and compassionate communication. Many reviews express appreciation for the transparent and caring nature of staff communication at their community. At Fairwinds Brittany Park, the community director goes above and beyond to keep families informed, even making a phone call to return a lost wedding ring. At Merrill Gardens at ...
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Wide range of engaging activities. Residents find joy in the numerous activities available at various communities. For example, at Cogir of Queen Anne, residents participate in a variety of offerings, including music performances, educational presentations, and scenic drives. The activities department is staffed by dedicated an ...
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Personalized and attentive care. Caring for individual needs is a top priority for several communities. At MorningStar of Kirkland, the staff members make an effort to learn residents' preferences and provide tailored care and attention. This individualized approach creates a welcoming and supportive environment, as seen at ...
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Well-maintained facilities and grounds. Reviews consistently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the community, whether it's for the private apartments, communal areas, or outdoor spaces. Residents of Madison House appreciate the detail and care given to maintaining the property, while Cogir of Kent residents enjoy the renovated ...
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Flexible dining options and quality meals. Communities offer a range of dining experiences that cater to individual preferences and dietary needs. At Revel Issaquah, the dining staff accommodate special requests, and the meals are described as exceptional. The dining room at Cogir of Queen Anne is a favorite gathering place for resid ...
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Friendly and welcoming staff and residents. Communities that foster a warm, inclusive atmosphere are highly valued by residents. At The Creekside, staff and residents treat each other like family, and newcomers are quickly made to feel at home. The friendly, down-to-earth nature of staff, like [name removed] at Cogir of Queen Anne, co ...
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Skykomish independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Skykomish independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Skykomish, 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 Skykomish 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 Skykomish partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Skykomish, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30%
20.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
52.1%
35.2%
No sugar
No sugar
46.1%
31.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
53.9%
34.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19.8%
11.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Skykomish 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 Skykomish communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Skykomish, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50.2%
37.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
53.5%
44.3%
Room service
Room service
50.7%
37.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
32.3%
17.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Skykomish 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 Skykomish offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Skykomish, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
56.7%
46%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
36.4%
28.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
44.2%
33.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.4%
48.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
59.9%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
71%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
49.3%
43.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50.7%
39.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
52.1%
42.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.1%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
56.2%
47.5%
Dances
Dances
42.4%
33.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
45.6%
40.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
55.8%
47.2%
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