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Pierce County 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 283 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Pierce County, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Pierce County is about $5,436, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 4130 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Pierce County, WA

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Photo of Sunrise of Bellevue
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I have worked with Sunrise for decades now. First with my mom for assisted and then memory care. My sister when her MS got so bad she couldn’t be home. And now my brother-in-law is in assisted living. The...
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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Overall probably like many places I received much prompter assistance when we were in sales mode. After signing the contract they have been less responsive. For example we have been waiting several weeks for...
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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I think staff is caring and professional activities and programming are good the place is great on decorations. Parking and safety are concerning due to area but overall my brother is content. Fountain is...
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.
Conveniently located in the heart of Northgate with easy access to I-5, Northgate Plaza offers high-quality care and an enriched senior living lifestyle within a familiar North Seattle neighborhood. The community is close to the Northgate Mall shops and restaurants as well as public parks, houses...
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What we like the Best...The staff are friendly and accommodating What they could Improve on...The kitchen could work on accommodating different dietary needs.... ie [name removed] mom does not eat red...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Truewood by Merrill, First Hill is perfect for those who like being near boutique shopping, theaters, concert and lecture halls and much more. This friendly retirement community is in the First Hill neighborhood, where many of Seattle's best known and highest quality medical practices are...
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There is nothing this community could improve on. Everything is great, and overall it is a great place. What I like the most about Evergreen Court is the staff, the food that is provided and the overall...
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.
Evergreen Court is an assisted living community located in beautiful Bellevue, Washington. It is Seattle's largest suburb, with Lake Washington separating the two. Its name is derived from the French term, 'beautiful view'. When the weather conditions are favorable, you can see the scenic vistas...
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My Aunt is happy and comfortable. She does have some issues with laundry that I don't have much info on. You may want to ask her about it. Otherwise, all is good.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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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The staff including sales, move in, prime fit, restaurant and maintenance are always very kind and address people by their names and make sure to talk with residents at their level so if they are in...
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.
Located minutes outside of Bellevue and downtown Redmond, Fairwinds Redmond offers luxurious apartment homes in a fun and active retirement community.We are very proud to be managed by Leisure Care, who, for over 30 years, has led the industry in the development and management of elegant...
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Mom did not take advantage of social events, but they had a good amount of chances to socialize. They did a good job with a difficult resident.
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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The staff at The Cottage are very friendly and welcoming. My dad enjoyed his respite stay there and will be moving in permanently this week. I would recommend, it's a very well laid out facility, clean,...
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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I recently visited a loved one at this facility. All the staff were smiling, and the seniors looked very content. Overall very clean and I'm proud to have my loved one living here.
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.
At Sunrise of Redmond, our exceptional staff, engaging activities, and active social life make our residents happy to call our community home.Our lovely community is an assisted living and memory care community located just across Lake Washington from Seattle. We’re close enough to the city to...
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Photo of Weatherly Inn Renton
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What stood out most to me is the great food, the caring staff and the clean environment. Another thing that stood out are the beautiful grounds.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Where it’s home & you’re family!A familiar lifestyle with just the right level of care. Independent senior living, assisted living, and memory care in our brand new Renton location.
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The Gardens has been a wonderful experience all the way around & if we were doing it all over again, we would do everything exactly the same. There may be options that cost less but I believe we are getting...
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.
Welcome to The Gardens at Town Square, an Era Living community. The Gardens offers a warm, vibrant lifestyle, a vast array of amenities, rich programming, and exceptional Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care. Located in the heart of downtown Bellevue, The Gardens is just steps...
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We have been extremely happy with Merrill Gardens. My parents toured several retirement communities and it became very apparent that MG was a special community. The staff is experienced and take great care...
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.
Merrill Gardens at The University provides desirable retirement living near the University of Washington. Take advantage of the University Village outdoor shopping center and tree-lined Burke-Gilman trail; both ideal for strolling and just steps from the front door. Enjoy being close to a...
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Food is great. Need more activities. The staff is great they learn names right away and warmly greet residents. Always receptive special requests or needs. The only thing that we wish they had was a bigger...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Chateau Valley Center is a trusted, locally owned, family-owned and operated senior living community in Renton, Washington, serving families across Fairwood, Kent, and South Seattle for over 20 years. Located just steps from Valley Medical Center and close to local parks, shopping, and cultural...
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The value for cost gets a 4 as we are still assessing this. What we like about the community so for is that it is clean, has good food, and the most important is that it is safe for my mom. Yes, we would...
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.
Welcome home to Cogir of Kirkland Senior Living. Our brand new assisted living community is nestled perfectly along the Kirkland waterfront. We’ve designed our community to offer seniors the opportunity to enjoy a vibrant, comfortable, and fulfilling lifestyle in a safe and caring environment. If...
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Cogir staff are very sweet and accommodating. However, there were some initial issues with getting them to take over medication management (my grandma's only assistance). Overall it's worked out okay though....
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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Easy for mom to get around, exercise program, friendly staff. They need more help in diner, too short staffed and not really balanced meals.
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.
When you visit Madrona Park in the heart of Federal Way, you'll notice something unexpected the minute you walk through the doors. You can see, hear, and feel the energy and vibrancy of our community. The lobby is bustling, people are laughing, and friends are chatting. Some are planning outings...
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What we like the most about Village Green is our food and the server, [name removed]. Yes, we would recommend this community to other families based on the experience 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.
Village Green Retirement Campus is a Northwest premier residential community for seniors, offering independent and assisted living. It is owned and operated by the Powell Family of Federal Way. Their focus is a true homelike atmosphere filled with family, friends, neighbors and people that...
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It gave me a warm inviting environment. Yes, I would recommend this community to other families based on the experience I 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.
Find the vibrant home and compassionate care you have been searching for at Regency Newcastle. Our beautiful senior community in Newcastle, Washington, offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Respite Care, emphasizing individualized care that enables residents to live as independently as...
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The staff was super friendly and truly seemed to care about my mom. My mother loved the decorations there and felt very at home. We had her in a private room and were able to decorate with some of her things...
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.
The decisions surrounding Alzheimer’s Disease and other dementia’s are some of the most difficult that a family must make. The Hampton Memory Care is specially designed and devoted exclusively to the care of those living with this disease and other memory loss. We are a free-standing, specialized...
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September 2024, I was desperate to find a place for my wife of 19 years suffering from dementia. As a caregiver without any time to myself, a call came offering to help me! After three tries, I settled on...
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.
Ideal Location – Peaceful Setting and Urban ConvenienceTucked among evergreens at the Redmond–Bellevue border across from Marymoor Park, the community offers a peaceful, residential setting with easy access to world-class medical care at Overlake and Evergreen medical centers, plus nearby...
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Everyone was so nice. Always asking if I needed or wanted anything. Lots of variety in the meals, which were delicious. If you didn't show up for meals, they immediately check on you. Lots of fun activities.
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.
Hillside Assisted Living, formerly known as Stafford Suites-Kent, has a long history of providing excellent care for residents and peace of mind to their loved ones. Resident health and comfort are our top priority. This is why our friendly 24/7 staff are professionally trained to help manage a...
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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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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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The building is very well kept and inviting and the staff is friendly. My Mom got one of the mid sized rooms and it was a perfect size for her.
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.
Comfortable living arrangements and commitment to service make The Sequoia an attractive community within itself. Residents enjoy living in private apartments—furnished and decorated with their favorite things. Each apartment is designed for safe, comfortable living, with cable TV, a...

Cost of nursing homes in Pierce County, WA

The average cost of senior living in Pierce County is $5,436 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Wilkeson, WA with an average of $5,035 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Pierce County, WA, vs. nearby counties

Pierce County, WA
$5,436/mo
$5,050/mo
$5,133/mo

Nursing homes costs in Pierce County, WA, vs. state and national averages

Pierce County, WA
$5,436/mo
U.S. national average
$5,004/mo

Nursing homes costs in Pierce County, WA, vs. other senior living options

$5,416/mo
Nursing Homes
$5,436/mo

Nursing homes costs in Pierce County, WA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,765/mo
Studio
$5,134/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,816/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,576/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,243/mo

Senior living costs in Pierce County vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Pierce County, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typePierce County, WAWashingtonU.S.
Nursing Homes$5,436/mo$5,141/mo$5,004/mo
Assisted Living$4,904/mo$5,256/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$5,416/mo$5,141/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living$4,244/mo$4,146/mo$4,203/mo
Nursing Homes
Pierce County, WA:$5,436/mo
Washington:$5,141/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Assisted Living
Pierce County, WA:$4,904/mo
Washington:$5,256/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Pierce County, WA:$5,416/mo
Washington:$5,141/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Pierce County, WA:$4,244/mo
Washington:$4,146/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Pierce County, WA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in Pierce County 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.

Pierce County, WAWA stateNational

Nursing homes cost trends in Pierce County, WA

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Pierce County 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
Pierce County, WA$6,485/mo$6,050/mo+7.2%
Washington$6,454/mo$5,968/mo+8.1%
National$5,667/mo$5,383/mo+5.3%
Pierce County, WA
2024 average cost:$6,485/mo
2023 average cost:$6,050/mo
Percent change:+7.2%
Washington
2024 average cost:$6,454/mo
2023 average cost:$5,968/mo
Percent change:+8.1%
National
2024 average cost:$5,667/mo
2023 average cost:$5,383/mo
Percent change:+5.3%
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Pierce County

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Pierce County

Ashley Gardens of Bremerton

4.2
Ashley Garden of Bremerton is going okay. My son has adjusted pretty well. I don't understand why he has to pay $25 a month for rubber gloves. It seems like a family plan because it's a smaller facility. Some staff are friendlier than others. I think the care is good. I took in a case of pop ...
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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.

Norse Home in Seattle, WA

5.0
The experience has been going very well for my friend. The community is a good fit for her and she likes it very much. My friend likes the meals they provide. Every time we have been there it has been clean, it is quiet impressive. I would definitely recommend this place to others.

Pierce County nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Pierce County nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Pierce County, 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 Pierce County 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 Pierce County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Pierce County, WANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
73.2%
2.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
33.9%
9.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90.8%
23.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
92.5%
23.9%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
73.6%
10%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
34.7%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
91.2%
20.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
58.6%
7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
73.2%
17.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Pierce County 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 Pierce County Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Pierce County, WANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
70.7%
4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
51%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
51.5%
5.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Pierce County 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 Pierce County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Pierce County, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
39.7%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
67.4%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
60.7%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
68.2%
3.6%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Pierce County 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 Pierce County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Pierce County, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
58.6%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
61.1%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
60.3%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
45.6%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Pierce County 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 Pierce County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Pierce County, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
69%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
48.1%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
49.8%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
68.2%
6.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
69%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
74.1%
6.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
63.6%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
60.3%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
61.1%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
67.8%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
68.6%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
51.5%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
41.8%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
67.4%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

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