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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Bluestem, WA

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Assisted living costs in Bluestem average about $4,375 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 99 communities in Bluestem. Our detailed directory has 756 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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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.
If you’re looking for fun, active times during your retirement years, you will love Orchard Crest Retirement Community. Our beautiful new community offers many options along with flexibility and choice. Our slogan “your life, your home” results from local ownership and our sincere philosophy to...
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Welcome To Arletta's Adult Family Home. Spokane's Premier Adult Family Home and Assisted Living Facility. We know how difficult the decision to place a loved one in a long-term care facility can be. With the several things to sort through, having to decide between a nursing home, an assisted...
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My sister and I placed our mom here last year. Our experience here was very positive. My mom was in the last stages of dementia, and the care provided by the caregivers here was loving, supportive and...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Still Waters Adult Family Home has over 12 years of serving seniors in beautiful Spokane Valley. Our combined staff have over 40 years of care experience. We provide 24 hour awake staffing to meet everyone's optimal care need.Our home is spacious with 4,000 sq. feet of living space. Every...
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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.
     We feature multiple lifestyle choices and offer a variety of amenities and services designed to enhance the senior living experience. Independent Living is located at the center of Evergreen Fountains Senior Living Community in our main four-story building. These unique,...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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.
Fairfield Care is an assisted living community that offers high-quality personalized care to residents of Fairfield, Spokane County, Washington. We are located 26 miles south of Spokane, on a hilltop, and in a farming town. Fairfield Care enjoys the best views of the North Idaho Mountains. We are...
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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.
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Alpine Adult Estates is a clean and caring assisted living facility located in Deer Park, WA. We know how hard it is to make the decision of where your loved ones will get the best quality of life. That is why our staff is dedicated to providing the very best in senior care. We all want the...
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Cost of assisted living in Bluestem, WA

The average cost of senior living in Bluestem is $4,375 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Malden, WA with an average of $2,428 per month.

Assisted living costs in Bluestem, WA, vs. nearby cities

Bluestem, WA
$4,375/mo
$4,355/mo

Assisted living costs in Bluestem, WA, vs. state and national averages

Bluestem, WA
$4,375/mo
U.S. national average
$4,740/mo

Assisted living costs in Bluestem, WA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,375/mo
$4,665/mo

Assisted living costs in Bluestem, WA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,601/mo
Private
$7,333/mo
Studio
$5,769/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,948/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,732/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,560/mo

Senior living costs in Bluestem 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: Bluestem, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBluestem, WAWashingtonU.S.
Assisted Living$4,375/mo$5,256/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$4,665/mo$5,141/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living$3,556/mo$4,146/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Bluestem, WA:$4,375/mo
Washington:$5,256/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Bluestem, WA:$4,665/mo
Washington:$5,141/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Bluestem, WA:$3,556/mo
Washington:$4,146/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
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Assisted living costs in Bluestem, WA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Bluestem and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in Bluestem, WA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Bluestem 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Bluestem, WA$6,271/mo$6,048/mo+3.7%
Washington$5,870/mo$5,481/mo+7.1%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Bluestem, WA
2024 average cost:$6,271/mo
2023 average cost:$6,048/mo
Percent change:+3.7%
Washington
2024 average cost:$5,870/mo
2023 average cost:$5,481/mo
Percent change:+7.1%
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2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Bluestem, WA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Bluestem.

What families are saying about assisted living in Bluestem

Recent reviews for assisted living in Bluestem

Classy Retreat in Spokane, WA

5.0
We only had a brief experience with Classy Retreat, but overall I feel like they did a very good job. The care staff were very kind and professional, and in general they were very easy to work with. The facility itself was always clean and well kept. We would recommend it others looking into ...
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Sapphire at Moran Vista in Spokane, WA

4.4
This place is incredible, really. My experience looking at different facilities was truly eye-opening. The facilities were on par money-wise but were dreary and very institutional. Sapphire at Moran Vista is comfortable and warm feeling. The staff are pretty much all great and very personable. ...
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Colonial Court in Spokane Valley, WA

5.0
We chose Colonial Court because of the overall atmosphere, it was very positive and inviting. The staff has been fantastic and they really make you feel like they care about your loved one. They make your loved ones feel extra special as well, they treat my mom like a celebrity. I would ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Dedicated and responsive staff. Several reviews for South Hill Village, Riverside Senior Living, and North Point Village mention the friendliness and attentiveness of the staff, who consistently go above and beyond to address residents' needs and keep families informed.
Thoughtful care plans and accommodations. Communities like South Hill Village, North Point Village, and Avamere at South Hill offer individualized care plans to accommodate residents' unique situations and dietary requirements, ensuring they feel comfortable and well-catered to.
Access to necessary medical care. Residents at North Point Village and Riverside Senior Living appreciate the availability of on-site medical care and transportation to appointments, allowing them to receive proper attention and manage their health effectively.
Engaging social activities. Community members at South Hill Village, Avista Spokane, and Rose Pointe Assisted Living and Memory Care enjoy a variety of social activities, from Bible studies and choir to card games and field trips, fostering a strong sense of community and belonging.
Welcoming and clean living spaces. Residents of Colonial Court, Trustwell Living at Ridgeview Place, and Riverside Senior Living appreciate the cleanliness and homey atmosphere of their communities, with comfortable, well-maintained living spaces that feel like a true home.
Accessible and convenient location. Communities like Rose Pointe Assisted Living and Memory Care, Trustwell Living at Ridgeview Place, and Riverside Senior Living are praised for their convenient and accessible locations, making it easier for residents to connect with their families, friends, and local amenities.
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Bluestem review score based on 144 family reviews

7.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 144 reviews of 84 Bluestem assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Bluestem review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Bluestem review score compared against nearby cities

7.8
Bluestem, WA84 facilities
7.8
Harrington, WA75 facilities
8.1
Davenport, WA98 facilities

Review subcategories for Bluestem assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 144 reviews of 84 Bluestem assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Bluestem resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Bluestem, WA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.1
Friendliness
4.3
4.2
Care services
3.8
3.8
Staff
4.1
4.0
Meals & dining
3.8
3.7
Activities
3.8
3.7
Value for cost*
3.8
3.7
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Bluestem assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bluestem assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bluestem, 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 Bluestem assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Bluestem that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
70.2%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
33.3%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
70.2%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.4%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
67.9%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
15.5%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
85.7%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
48.8%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
72.6%
52.4%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Bluestem assisted living

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 Bluestem Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Bluestem, WANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
70.2%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
26.2%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
54.8%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.5%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Bluestem assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Bluestem partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Bluestem, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
9.5%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.7%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
31%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
57.1%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Bluestem assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Bluestem communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bluestem, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
17.9%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
26.2%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
27.4%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.9%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bluestem assisted 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 assisted living communities in Bluestem offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Bluestem, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
26.2%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20.2%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.4%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.7%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.6%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
22.6%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.8%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22.6%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
31%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
26.2%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
19%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.9%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
26.2%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Bluestem

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Washington assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Bluestem protect seniors.
Learn about Washington assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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