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The cost of independent living in Yelm is about $4,046 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 252 options.

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Photo of Prestige Senior Living Rosemont
1616 Photos available
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The staff treated her well. They talked to her. She interacted with other residents in the cafeteria. The staff was caring and responsive
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.
Prestige Senior Living Rosemont (AR) Yelm, WA Prestige Senior Living Rosemont offers senior independent and assisted living in the small town of Yelm, WA. Yelm retains its small town charm yet is within a reasonable commute distance of both Olympia and Tacoma for medical appointments or...
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2020 Photos available
1717 Floor plans available
9.9
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88 reviews
9.9
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I’ve been here 5 years and we find it very enjoyable and everyone is very respectful and the management is excellent and we are planning to live here for the Next many years to come because we love it
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.
DON’T RETIRE, REVELAt Revel, you’re more than just a resident; you’re a member of a thriving independent living community that feels more like a retreat than retirement. Your resident membership includes everything you need to live life on your own terms in this empowering community, including...
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88 Photos available
1111 Floor plans available
9.9
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50 reviews
9.9
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We are already there and we love it there. We like the cleanliness and we would recommend Cedar Ridge by Bonaventure community to other families based on the experience we have had so far.
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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1616 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.8
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131 reviews
9.8
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131 reviews
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Friendly and helpful staff, clean facility and good food cooked to order all day. I would recommend Farrington Court 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.
Farrington Court is a 62+ Senior Community that offers comfortable, spacious apartment homes in a fun and active retirement community. We are very proud to be managed by Stellar Senior Living, who has set high standards for the retirement industry. Farrington Court offers a wide variety of...
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9.8
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35 reviews
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From the first time I toured the beautiful facility, I knew this is where I wanted to live. The floor plan for my one bedroom apartment is well thought out and meets all of my needs for safety 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.
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9.8
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63 reviews
9.8
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The food is very good. The staff are wonderful. Upkeep of the building and grounds is excellent. Price is high but I think it's in the ballpark with 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.
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9.7
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30 reviews
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My in-laws have been at the Murano for 6 months. My 95-year-old mother is moving in next month. There have been staffing shortages in the dining room but they are back to full. Management listens 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.
Murano specializes in creating an experience of unmatched hospitality for residents and guests alike. We offer independent living, assisted living, memory care, and state of the art programs such as Bridges and Bridges Bistro for those in early stages of memory loss. Our community also offers...
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1010 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.6
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49 reviews
9.6
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First it is clean and spacious. Second as a vegetarian, I have been able to eat food that I like and plenty of it. Third the atmosphere is quiet and comfortable. And outside, the creative neighborhood is...
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.
Union Grand, a Vineyard Park Community located on First Hill is perfect for those who like being near boutique shopping, theaters, concert and lecture halls and much more. This retirement community proudly offers MEDICAID SPEND DOWN after 24 months of private pay. Enjoy the large picture windows...
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1212 Photos available
1515 Floor plans available
9.5
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122 reviews
9.5
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It is just what they said it would be. The 2 BR apartment has about 1000 sq ft. The bedroom fits our King-size bed with room to move around it & space for a dresser. The half point off is for the...
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.
Perched on the southernmost tip of the great Puget Sound, Capital Place is built at the base of the Black Hills and Capital Forest. You'll love the natural beauty of the region and all of the unique sights and activities Olympia has to offer.Call today to schedule your personal tour and learn...
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Food is fine, all day dinning helps to be flexible but service can be slow sometimes. And run out of dinner rolls quickly at dinner time, which was a surprise. When we first moved in it was a Friday, 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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Photo of Cogir of Queen AnneCommunity card badge
11 Video available
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55 Floor plans available
9.5
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9.5
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106 reviews
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My brother is exceptionally happy there. Their medical staff is very attentive to his needs, the staff is kind and the food and dining times are great. Lots and lots of activities in and outside of 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.
Within the Queen Anne neighborhood, you’ll find a traditionally modern community encompassed by bright green shrubs called Cogir of Queen Anne. Designed to provide residents comfort and peace in retirement, the community offers lively programming, attentive care, and a safe environment. Choose...
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33 Floor plans available
9.4
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The staff has been on point with us and never hesitant to help out. It's a beautiful place and were super happy my mom is there.
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.
Peninsula provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Surround yourself with crystal clear waters and snow-capped mountain views at our Gig Harbor senior living community. You'll enjoy the natural beauty of the region and the convenience of being centrally located...
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5 on all of them. We are extremely happy with The Cascades. Mom is very happy there, the staff has been amazing at all levels. Kind, helpful, cheerful. Her room feels cozy and she is cared for well by 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.
Perched on the hillside, The Willows features magnificent Sound and mountain views, walking paths, gazebo, raised garden beds, trees, courtyard, and beautiful landscaping. All this and ample parking makes The Willows an ideal place to call homeCascades of Bremerton designed Independent living...
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9.4
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People here are very friendly and the staff treats you like one of their family members. The apartment size is pretty good considering this is a studio. The food is very good and they give you a lot of...
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.
Select apartments from $2,500* per month.The Firs is an ideal community for active seniors on the go located in the Washington state capital. Our stunning location sits right on the edge of a beautiful forest and borders the Chehalis-Western Trail yet within minutes of St. Peter's Hospital. We...
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I'm very pleased with my experience. The staff have been very supportive, helpful and friendly. All interactions with each person has been very positive and warm. I had thought I wanted a two bedroom...
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.
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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[name removed] was very friendly and upbeat. The facility is modern and bright and not too big. The food is excellent and the staff always friendly.
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.
You’re going to love it here. Merrill Gardens at Tukwila boasts beautiful views, engaging programming and much more. With spacious apartments, stunning common areas, and a variety of amenities to serve you, Merrill Gardens offers a wonderful place to call home.It's all about choice. Choose from...
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I would give it a 4. The care and staff are wonderful. I wish they did more activities with the residents, that's the only reason I didn't give a 5. I would recommend
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.
Located on picturesque Oyster Bay in Bremerton, WA, Bay Pointe Retirement Community has offered a gracious and ideal location for seniors for 20 years. The community is nestled in a waterfront neighborhood 2 miles from local shops and eateries, 1/2-mile Hwy 3 and about 2 miles from the Naval...
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Very nice place to live. Employees all friendly and helpful. Other residents friendly and ready to assist. Very clean and well maintained. Restaurants very good. Creative food menu. Very clean. I would...
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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A few things that have make it such a positive experience here - [name removed], the activities Director, and the chef, [name removed] who is excellent. I would absolutely recommend the community to others...
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.
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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Originally, I expected to have to stay on top of staff, etc. as I worried about the kind of care Mom would get. The Village was a wonderful surprise. After my husband and I toured the facility, we were...
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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Staff is friendly and helpful. They treated my mom with love and kindness like she was their own family. They really did treat us like family. They had great communication throughout the entire process. My...
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 Rivers at Puyallup, our exceptional staff, engaging activities, and active social life make our residents happy to call our community home.Puyallup is an assisted living, memory care, and independent living community located just outside of downtown Puyallup, a quiet town with many...
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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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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
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.
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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Staff is incredibly wonderful. Building kept clean and orderly. Residents very friendly. For the cost of 1 bedroom honestly kitchen area way to small. No countertop space at all. Small for the cost.
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.
Willow Gardens provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Built atop 24 acres of beautifully landscaped woods with winding paths and a pond, Willow Gardens provides you with a comfortable setting you'll be delighted to call home. And we're just minutes from the...
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The cost is pricey, but all facilities like this are. The staff is very friendly and helpful. The food could definitely be better! A wider selection is needed. Mom is already bored with the food. It seems...
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.
Exploring a Redefined IndependenceIt’s time to declare independence from chores, household maintenance and the stress that often comes from living at home. Instead, our independent living and assisted living seniors live a life full of interesting things to do and interesting people to do them...
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Cost of independent living in Yelm, WA

The average cost of senior living in Yelm is $4,046 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Centralia, WA with an average of $3,311 per month.

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

Yelm, WA
$4,046/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

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

$8,564/mo
Independent Living
$4,046/mo

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

Studio
$2,715/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,683/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,358/mo

Senior living costs in Yelm 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: Yelm, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typeYelm, WAWashingtonU.S.
Independent Living$4,046/mo$4,089/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$7,044/mo$6,480/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$8,564/mo$8,229/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Yelm, WA:$4,046/mo
Washington:$4,089/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Yelm, WA:$7,044/mo
Washington:$6,480/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Yelm, WA:$8,564/mo
Washington:$8,229/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Yelm, WA, over time

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

Yelm, WAWA stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Yelm, WA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Yelm 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 average 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
Yelm, WA$3,779/mo$3,627/mo+4.2%
Washington$3,884/mo$3,765/mo+3.2%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Yelm, WA
2024 average cost:$3,779/mo
2023 average cost:$3,627/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
Washington
2024 average cost:$3,884/mo
2023 average cost:$3,765/mo
Percent change:+3.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Yelm

Recent reviews for independent living in Yelm

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.

Sunset Gardens in Puyallup, WA

4.0
It's going pretty good. The accommodations are pretty good. There isn't any air conditioning, or wi-fi on the third floor. The people are very nice. The people who work here are very professional. We have barbecue cookouts twice a week. They made it easy to move in, I slid right in.

Life Manor-Golden Opportunity in Tacoma, WA

4.7
We were looking for a community where our loved one would not feel like they were a dependent senior and Life Manor really makes it that way. He feels like he is just a senior living in a community. He can do what he chooses to do but if he doesn't feel like he wants to participate that is fine ...
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Yelm independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Yelm independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Yelm, 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 Yelm 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 Yelm partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Yelm, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
24.9%
21.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46.7%
35.6%
No sugar
No sugar
41.8%
31.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
49.3%
34.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.4%
11.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Yelm 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 Yelm communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Yelm, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
42.7%
37.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
48.4%
44.7%
Room service
Room service
42.7%
38%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
31.1%
17.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Yelm 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 Yelm offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Yelm, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
50.7%
46.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.4%
29.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
39.6%
34%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
53.8%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53.8%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
68.9%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
48%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
48.4%
39.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.7%
42.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
52%
48.2%
Live performances
Live performances
52%
47.9%
Dances
Dances
40.4%
34.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
39.1%
40.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50.7%
47.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Prestige Senior Living Rosemont, Revel Issaquah and Cedar Ridge by Bonaventure are the top-rated independent living facilities near Yelm, Washington. See full list of communities.
There are 252 independent living facilities near Yelm, Washington. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Yelm, Washington are Farrington Court, Merrill Gardens at Wright Park and Cogir of Kent. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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