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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Carnation, WA

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Assisted living costs in Carnation average about $5,483 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 27 communities in Carnation. Our detailed directory has 150 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: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
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.
Golden Pine AFH is a retirement community located in the beautiful state of Washington, in the city of Redmond. Redmond being a suburb of Seattle means not only beautiful weather and nature, but proximity to one of the northwest's best cities filled with all kinds of activities to keep almost...
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Cost of assisted living in Carnation, WA

The average cost of senior living in Carnation is $5,483 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Newcastle, WA with an average of $5,346 per month.

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

Carnation, WA
$5,483/mo

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

Carnation, WA
$5,483/mo
U.S. national average
$4,709/mo

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

Assisted Living
$5,483/mo
$5,587/mo

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

Semi-Private
$7,354/mo
Private
$7,950/mo
Studio
$6,035/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,078/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,530/mo

Senior living costs in Carnation 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: Carnation, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCarnation, WAWashingtonU.S.
Assisted Living$5,483/mo$5,292/mo$4,709/mo
Memory Care$5,587/mo$5,141/mo$4,941/mo
Independent Living$4,516/mo$4,148/mo$4,157/mo
Assisted Living
Carnation, WA:$5,483/mo
Washington:$5,292/mo
U.S.:$4,709/mo
Memory Care
Carnation, WA:$5,587/mo
Washington:$5,141/mo
U.S.:$4,941/mo
Independent Living
Carnation, WA:$4,516/mo
Washington:$4,148/mo
U.S.:$4,157/mo
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Assisted living costs in Carnation, WA, over time

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

Carnation, WAWA stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Carnation, WA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Carnation 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
Carnation, WA$7,034/mo$8,558/mo-17.8%
Washington$5,870/mo$5,481/mo+7.1%
National$5,375/mo$5,128/mo+4.8%
Carnation, WA
2024 average cost:$7,034/mo
2023 average cost:$8,558/mo
Percent change:-17.8%
Washington
2024 average cost:$5,870/mo
2023 average cost:$5,481/mo
Percent change:+7.1%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,128/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Carnation, 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 Carnation.

What families are saying about assisted living in Carnation

Recent reviews for assisted living in Carnation

Aegis at Marymoor in Redmond

4.5
I have not had a lot of experience with facilities but visited 5. Aegis at Marymoor seemed small and homey. The staff are all very friendly and interested in the residents. They try to customize activities when possible. I don’t have any concerns and my wife with dementia considers it her home ...
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Murano Senior Living in Seattle, WA

5.0
The staff there are really great, and turnover has been relatively low, which means the people who care for mom on a daily basis are very familiar with her needs. Also, she has friendly people dropping in to check on her frequently throughout the day. In addition to three meals a day, someone ...
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Aegis of Greenwood in Seattle, WA

5.0
The staff in the memory care unit was as caring as any staff could be,. They took my dad on trips as long as he was able. But don't think that you can leave all the care of your loved one up to any staff. Visit your loved one often. Also all memory care places are more than willing to let you ...
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Carnation review score based on 27 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 27 reviews of 24 Carnation assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Carnation 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

Carnation review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Carnation, WA24 facilities

Review subcategories for Carnation 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 27 reviews of 24 Carnation assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Carnation 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.
Carnation, WA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.1
Friendliness
4.3
4.2
Care services
4.1
3.8
Staff
4.3
4.1
Meals & dining
4.0
3.7
Activities
4.1
3.7
Value for cost*
4.0
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Carnation assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Carnation assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Carnation, 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 Carnation 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 Carnation that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Carnation, WANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
79.2%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
62.5%
33.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
87.5%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
87.5%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
12.5%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.8%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
83.3%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
79.2%
52.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Carnation 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 Carnation Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Carnation, WANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
87.5%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
25%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
75%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20.8%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Carnation 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 Carnation partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Carnation, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.7%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.5%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
37.5%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
79.2%
36.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25%
17.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Carnation 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 Carnation communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Carnation, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29.2%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
37.5%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.3%
18%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Carnation 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 Carnation offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Carnation, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
29.2%
46.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.2%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.3%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.5%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
79.2%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
29.2%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.2%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
46.7%
Live performances
Live performances
37.5%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
29.2%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.5%
24.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.5%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Carnation

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 Carnation protect seniors.
Learn about Washington assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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