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10 Best Nursing Homes in Fort Lewis, WA
If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Fort Lewis nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Fort Lewis, WA may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.
We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Fort Lewis or another care type is right for you. Browse 18 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Fort Lewis.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Northeast Tacoma, Salishan and Lincoln International District.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Little Hoquiam, Grant and Ballow.
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9.2
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19 reviews
What I always liked about the Village is they provide a calm and mellow environment that is not too cramped. The staff shortage had been an ongoing issue ( especially in the kitchen). Also, their hair salon...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Village Senior Living offers expansive common areas, large apartments and an array of services & amenities for independent living, assisted living and memory care. Our community is four stories with apartments on the first three floors dedicated to assisted living and personal care...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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8.5
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15 reviews
I would say to them " we looked at a lot of places and when we talked with the administrator there was am immediate connection, she was informative and it was easy to see that they cared very much on giving...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Hearthside Manor is a memory care community that offers 34 private bedrooms, secure non-challenging environment, licensed nurses on staff, dementia trained caregivers, 3 nutritious meals served daily, snacks available 24 hours, daily activities and entertainers, individualized service plans,...
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17 reviews
The care and compassion that my mom received was very close to being family. Additionally, we were all treated with a lot of kindness and compassion when we visited and when we needed anything care related...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
We’re asked to wear a lot of hats in life like loving husband, model employee, and supportive parent, but one of the most challenging roles to fill is caregiver. Caregivers are often forced to walk fine lines, lines like being available to keep an eye on their dad in case he takes another fall,...
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8.0
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3 reviews
My grandmother moved into Kings Manor just over a week and a half ago and is incredibly happy with her choice. The entire staff was incredibly friendly and kind. The day she moved in we had staff coming to...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Welcome to Kings Manor Senior Living Community, a beautiful non-profit home for assisted living services. We are proud of our distinguished history of providing quality care to seniors in the scenic South Sound area.Our goal at King's Manor is to meet each resident's individual needs while...
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Patriots Landing is a great place to live. The building is bright and clean and the staff friendly and helpful. There are lots of activities if you want to keep busy and a library or your own apartment if...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Outside the main entrance to Patriots Landing Retirement Community near Puget Sound, WA, fly the flags of the U.S. Army, the Air Force, The U.S. Navy, and the Marine Corps. In a nod to those who have served our county, Patriots Landing was initially designed exclusively for retired and former...
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Provides: Memory Care
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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.
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My mom is there for rehab right now and I would say she's receiving the best care she can. It's just wonderful. The staff walk by and give that extra little pat on somebody's shoulder. They're going above...
Provides: Nursing Homes
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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The staff are wonderful, supportive and understanding of my mother in law's condition. The food is good and they offer a variety of choices. The community is clean and they take care of any issues as needed....
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Cascade Park Gardens was constructed in 1995, and is located just West of the Tacoma Mall, Pierce County's dominant shopping center. From the large fireplaces that welcomes you, to our cozy entertainment and activity rooms, you will appreciate the warm and homelike atmosphere of Cascade Park...
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Provides: Nursing Homes
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
On behalf of our team of caregivers and support staff, thank you for considering our healthcare center. We offer a full range of medical services to meet the individual needs of our residents, including short-term rehabilitative services and long-term skilled care. Working with the resident’s...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
From the moment you enter Maple Creek you’ll feel the warmth and caring, from the staff and tenants. Maple Creek overlooks the beautiful Ponce De Leon Creek, surrounded by the peaceful sights and sounds of nature.Maple Creek is located directly across the street from the Lakewood Town Center....
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Charlton Place is ideally located near I-5 and HW 512 and is conveniently close to shopping, restaurants and medical care. We offer the perfect combination of services and amenities that blend the care seniors need with the convenience they value and the independence they cherish. Residents and...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Special needs require special care. Pioneer Place of Tacoma, a secured warm, comfortable environment where we focus on a residents abilities while minimizing their limitations. Exceptional Care, Respect, Understanding, Independence, Dignity and Quality of Life come first. We have three units of...
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Cost of nursing homes in Fort Lewis, WA
The average cost of senior living in Fort Lewis is $5,083 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include South Creek, WA with an average of $4,877 per month.
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Fort Lewis
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Fort Lewis
Deer Ridge Memory Care in Puyallup, WA
5.0
We picked this community because it is great, with caring staff. Clean facilities, nice rooms. I would definitely recommend Deer Ridge to anyone.
Brookdale Harbor Bay in Gig Harbor, WA
4.6
Mom moved from another facility and our experience here has been so much more positive. The office staff processes insurance information accurately. The care staff is very involved with the residents.
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.
Fort Lewis nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fort Lewis nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fort Lewis, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in Fort Lewis nursing homes
Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Fort Lewis that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Fort Lewis, WANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
61.5%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
23.1%
9.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
76.9%
26%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
84.6%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
53.8%
9.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
15.4%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
76.9%
22.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
46.2%
7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
84.6%
17.3%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Fort Lewis nursing homes
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Fort Lewis Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Fort Lewis, WANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
53.8%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
38.5%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
38.5%
5.4%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.4%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Fort Lewis nursing homes
Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Fort Lewis partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Fort Lewis, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.1%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
53.8%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
53.8%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46.2%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Fort Lewis nursing homes
Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Fort Lewis communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Fort Lewis, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
46.2%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.2%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
46.2%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.1%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fort Lewis nursing homes
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Fort Lewis offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Fort Lewis, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
61.5%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15.4%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.1%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61.5%
6.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.5%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.2%
6.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30.8%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
53.8%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.2%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.2%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
61.5%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
38.5%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.1%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53.8%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Fieldstone Memory Care Puyallup, Merrill Gardens at Wright Park and The Lodge at Mallard's Landing are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Fort Lewis, Washington. See full list of communities.
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