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8 Best Nursing Homes in Oak Harbor, WA

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Oak Harbor is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 8 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Oak Harbor, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Oak Harbor is about $5,041, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 51 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Oak Harbor, WA

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Photo of HomePlace Memory Care at Oak Harbor
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I stumbled on to this facility. It was a sister facility of the assisted living facility my mom was in, but I had no idea they had other facilities and one dedicated to memory care. When the facility she was...
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.
Home Place Oak Harbor is a unique home-oriented Alzheimer's and Dementia Care Facility. We specialize in providing the highest quality of care to our resident's, by employing caregivers and nurses who are kind, compassionate and educated to this level of care. We have 3 living areas with a total...
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They get a 5 for everything. Regency on Whidbey has been just awesome. My mother-in-law loves it there. So much so that she doesn't want to go back to SoCal in the fall when we go back. That says a lot!...
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.
Regency on Whidbey's assisted living options offer personalized assistance, supportive services and compassionate care in a professionally managed, carefully designed, retirement community setting. It's the perfect alternative for seniors who can no longer live on their own at home, yet don't...
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My mom has been at Welcome home for quite awhile, she has advanced dementia.I could go on and on about how devastating this disease is but my review is actually how wonderful the staff is that cares 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.
We are delighted to introduce you to Welcome Home Oak Harbor Senior Memory Care, a continuing care community designed to allow our residents as much personal freedom as possible through the various stages of aging in a safe and loving atmosphere. With over 50 yrs of Caregiving experiance, our...
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My parents moved to La Conner Retirement Inn one year ago as my father's health was failing and taking care of him and their house was becoming too much work for my mom, and living closer to me and to...
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.
La Conner Retirement Inn is located in the gorgeous Skagit Valley. This waterfront community is home to unique gift shops, artists, writers, museums, restaurants and a marina. Whether your newly retired or need assisted living, our friendly and courteous staff is dedicated to providing the...
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The staff is always available to help out and answer questions. They stay on top of medical issues. Staff is eager to help and always lots of smiles. They know their residents and are extremely accomodating.
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.
Photo of Harbor Tower Village
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Harbor Tower Village, adjacent to the historic Neil Tower Landmark in Oak Harbor, truly allows you to relax and enjoy retirement amidst a thoughtful, caring community only minutes from nearby shopping, medical facilities and churches. By using a simple yet comprehensive fee schedule, our...
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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.
Photo of Regency On Whidbey (formally Oak Harbor Retir
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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Cost of nursing homes in Oak Harbor, WA

The average cost of senior living in Oak Harbor is $5,041 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sequim, WA with an average of $4,374 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Oak Harbor, WA vs. nearby cities

Oak Harbor, WA
$5,041/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Oak Harbor, WA vs. the state and national average

Oak Harbor, WA
$5,041/mo
U.S. national average
$4,987/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Oak Harbor vs. other types of senior living

$5,102/mo
Nursing Homes
$5,041/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Oak Harbor, WA by room type

Semi-Private
$5,166/mo
Studio
$5,399/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,500/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Oak Harbor over time

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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about nursing homes in Oak Harbor

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Oak Harbor

Brookdale Stanwood

4.4
Really enjoy working with the staff. We have a family member in Assisted Living but are struggling with what to do next as she shows signs of mid-stage dementia. Time to move her or too soon? Staff are so patient with her and us ... Very professional and knowledgable.

Ashley Gardens of Mount Vernon

5.0
The community is just great. They have lots of activities and posted pictures on their Facebook page so we can see them enjoy the activities. They are starting to get folks out of the community and are doing driving trips around town. I would recommend this community to others based on my ...
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Regency on Whidbey in Oak Harbor, WA

5.0
I've been very pleased. I have a nice 1100 square foot cottage apartment. The food is excellent, and I've gained some pounds I have to say! For each meal, they have about 4-5 things on the plate, at about 1/2 cup serving each, so you get a big variety without an overly huge amount of food, ...
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Oak Harbor nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Oak Harbor nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Oak Harbor, 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 Oak Harbor 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 Oak Harbor that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Oak Harbor, WANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
50%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
12.5%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
75%
26%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
87.5%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
50%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
12.5%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
75%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
62.5%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
75%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Oak Harbor 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 Oak Harbor Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Oak Harbor, WANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
37.5%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
37.5%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Oak Harbor 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 Oak Harbor partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Oak Harbor, WANational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.5%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
37.5%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.5%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Oak Harbor 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 Oak Harbor communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Oak Harbor, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
37.5%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
37.5%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Oak Harbor 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 Oak Harbor offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Oak Harbor, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
37.5%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.5%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.5%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.5%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.5%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.5%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
37.5%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
12.5%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.5%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Creekside Continuing Care Community, Mountain Glen and Brookdale Stanwood are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Oak Harbor, Washington. See full list of communities.

There are 8 nursing homes facilities near Oak Harbor, Washington. See the full list.

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