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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Skyway, WA
If you’re looking for independent living in the Skyway area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Skyway. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 102 independent living facilities in Skyway, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Roosevelt, University District and Ravenna.
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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.
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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: 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.
Comfort and care has an address – and it’s The Terraces at Skyline.It’s nice to know there’s a special place that offers exceptional care for every stage of life. Open since 2009, Skyline is a not-for-profit community nestled in the heart of the city. As Seattle’s only true Life Care community...
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.
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.
Admiral Heights is located in the heart of West Seattle close to services, restaurants, parks and shopping. Our goal at Admiral Heights is to meet each residents needs while maintaining the highest level of choice and independence. Each resident selects a care program that is unique to their...
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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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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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Nestled in the heart of Pike Place Market is a treasure just waiting to be discovered — Heritage House at the Market. With panoramic views of Elliot Bay and the Olympic Mountains, Heritage House offers private apartments in a rich urban environment. Staffed 24 hours a day, Heritage House brings...
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Our mother was treated with dignity and respect and was kept comfortable and clean. The staff were friendly and attentive. We are grateful for this experience.
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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.
Thank you for your interest in the Pacific Regent Bellevue by Cogir, Washington's premier retirement community, located in the heart of downtown Bellevue and cited as one of the best places to live in America. In this walkable city filled with arts, shopping, restaurants, parks, a library and...
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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.
You come first. That’s what we truly believe at Vashon Community Care (VCC). All of our senior living programs and services are designed to support who you are and the way you want to live.Every aspect of our daily schedule is specially tailored for each individual resident, emphasizing your...
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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 Skyway, WA
The average cost of senior living in Skyway is $4,096 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Auburn, WA with an average of $4,050 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Skyway, WA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Skyway, WA vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Skyway
Recent reviews for independent living in Skyway
Aegis of Kirkland
5.0
I can confidently rate Aegis of Kirkland a 5 out of 5.
My brother and I found Aegis to be very clean in all the common areas as well as private areas. The food is excellent, and the staff is compassionate. They have several activities going on throughout the day. There is something that ...
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Highlander Apartments in Seattle, WA
4.3
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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Kenmore Senior Living
4.3
My mother has been a resident for 6 years and I am impressed with the good care she has received. This institution has continually upgraded each year and my mother is very happy living here.
Skyway independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Skyway independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Skyway, 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 Skyway 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 Skyway partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Skyway, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
31.9%
19.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
49.5%
32.7%
No sugar
No sugar
45.1%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
49.5%
31.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11%
7.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Skyway 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 Skyway communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Skyway, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
49.5%
34.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
51.6%
41.7%
Room service
Room service
46.2%
35.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
34.1%
16.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Skyway 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 Skyway offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
54.9%
43.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.4%
27.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
45.1%
31.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51.6%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.9%
48.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
71.4%
53%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
49.5%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50.5%
36.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
51.6%
40%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.8%
45.8%
Live performances
Live performances
53.8%
45.4%
Dances
Dances
41.8%
30.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
46.2%
38.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
52.7%
45.3%
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Revel Issaquah, Merrill Gardens at Tukwila and Cogir of Kent are the top-rated independent living facilities near Skyway, Washington. See full list of communities.
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