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The cost of independent living in Tanwax is about $3,837 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 6 options. Read 87 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 Julian Estates
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What we like the most about Julian Estates is the staff. They are all friendly, helpful and attentive. The cleanliness, the food is good... it's just been a really good experience. Based on the experience we...
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.
At Julian Estates we have an abundance of heart, and we can’t wait to share it with you. Our caring management team is here for you any time, day or night, because we live here too. We participate in activities and pour coffee at mealtime and take time to get to know each of our residents. Plus,...
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66 Floor plans available
9.0
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17 reviews
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The three facilities we toured were Bonaventure of Puyallup, [community removed], and [community removed]. All in Washington State. The process of touring was similar at each. [community removed] was way off...
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.
Bonaventure Puyallup is a beautiful place to live.with stunning apartments, amazing care and medical staff, and a magical resident culture, this is truly a wonderful place to live.we have Independent Suites, Assisted Living Suites and private Memory Care suites. We can take someone on their...
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It is a beautiful facility with a caring and supportive staff. I would recommend them to others who are searching for a place for their loved one.
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, Assisted Living & Memory Care Community Life is...
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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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Cost of independent living in Tanwax, WA

The average cost of senior living in Tanwax is $3,837 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include McChord AFB, WA with an average of $3,592 per month.

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

Tanwax, WA
$3,837/mo
$3,615/mo

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

Tanwax, WA
$3,837/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

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

$5,418/mo
Independent Living
$3,837/mo

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

Studio
$6,265/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,431/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,575/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,380/mo

Senior living costs in Tanwax 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: Tanwax, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typeTanwax, WAWashingtonU.S.
Independent Living$3,837/mo$4,146/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$4,858/mo$5,256/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$5,418/mo$5,141/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Tanwax, WA:$3,837/mo
Washington:$4,146/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Tanwax, WA:$4,858/mo
Washington:$5,256/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Tanwax, WA:$5,418/mo
Washington:$5,141/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Tanwax, WA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Tanwax 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
Tanwax, WA$5,480/mo$5,615/mo-2.4%
Washington$3,226/mo$2,986/mo+8.0%
National$2,847/mo$2,798/mo+1.8%
Tanwax, WA
2024 average cost:$5,480/mo
2023 average cost:$5,615/mo
Percent change:-2.4%
Washington
2024 average cost:$3,226/mo
2023 average cost:$2,986/mo
Percent change:+8.0%
National
2024 average cost:$2,847/mo
2023 average cost:$2,798/mo
Percent change:+1.8%
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What families are saying about independent living in Tanwax

Recent reviews for independent living in Tanwax

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.

Tanwax independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Tanwax independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Tanwax, 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 Tanwax 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 Tanwax partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Tanwax, WANational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Tanwax 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 Tanwax communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Tanwax, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
75%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
50%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
50%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Tanwax 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 Tanwax offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Tanwax, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
75%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
75%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
75%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
75%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
75%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
75%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
75%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
75%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
75%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
75%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
75%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
75%
46.4%
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