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Assisted living costs in Ruston average about $5,006 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 146 communities in Ruston. Our detailed directory has 1029 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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Photo of Meridian at Stone Creek
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My dad moved in a few months ago. The price was good compared to other memory care communities. The facility is laid out nicely and rooms are big. Semi private rooms are especially nice because even though...
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.
Why settle for ordinary when you can have extraordinary? Escape to The Meridian at Stone Creek and discover luxurious senior living in Milton, Washington.Journey beyond the predictable and uninspiring. Visit The Meridian at Stone Creek and truly appreciate all the possibilities that await right...
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The community has a well established director, receptionist, and nursing staff, they have been there for a number of years and do a great job managing the community and care.They offer an activities calendar...
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.
We are pleased you are considering Cascade Park Vista as your new home. Whether you need care for a loved one, or for yourself, Cascade Park Vistais the perfect choice! Making the transition to a new living situation isn't always easy, but the rewards can be great. Cascade Park Vista is...
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My mom recently moved into the community. The process went smooth from the very first meeting with [name removed], to the day of move in. The nursing team did not miss a beat with managing moms transition...
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.
A Little Assistance. A Lot of Life.You deserve to upgrade your senior living, and this is a great place to do it. Our community is located in the beautiful city of Tacoma, surrounded by all the conveniences of shopping, fine dining, medical services and nearby entertainment. Our award-winning...
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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.
It is important that bodies and our minds remain active. Our goal is to help residents enjoy living each and every day. We encourage all residents to live life to its fullest in our home. Villa Vecchio is a home where your loved one comes to live! Bright and open spaces are critical to good...
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I honestly have no complaints about the facility. I think that the staff members at Evergreen Park are just great. I am just very happy with them. I give them a five-star rating overall and for many of the...
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.
Evergreen Park AFH - West Campus is a senior care home located in Federal Way, WA. Spend one day exploring our beautiful Dash Point State Park, and you're sure to fall in love with Federal Way, WA. Enjoy the company of visiting family by packing a picnic to enjoy in the great outdoors, or walk...
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For the 1st time in 3 years, I don't worry about my moms well being. She is part of a family that laughs and supports each other. Most importantly, she doesn't ask, "are they nice to me, do they like me". ...
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.
At A Marine Hills Adult Family Home LLC we are an adult care facility that caters to Alzheimer's patients and will work with their loved ones in a family type environment. We offer many different memory care programs that are designed specifically for aging patients that are suffering from...
Photo of Brookdale Federal Way
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The meals and dining gets a 3 based on parents feedback and the activities gets an na as parents not participating yet. We appreciate that there are trained people to help them at all times. Mom has...
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.
Putting More Life Into Assisted LivingWe think your senior living should have more life in it. Our residents take advantage of assisted living services located in scenic Federal Way, Washington. Our campus is in a lovely, quiet neighborhood just off Pacific Highway South in downtown Federal Way....
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It was a great place. They were so caring and took great care of my husband. So thankful I found them. Wonder care, can't say enough good, and nothing bad.
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.
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9.0
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What we like the most about Coral Wood AFH is that it is clean, kind staff, location, easy to visit, and are accommodating of dietary desires as well as needs
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.
Coralwood AFH is a residential care home based in the pretty city of Lakewood, Washington, which is situated in Pierce County. Historically known as the Lake District, Lakewood is alive with outdoor recreation activities and boasts various family beaches, hiking trails, golf courses, 11 parks and...
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Golden age adult family home is an exceptional place. It is so clean, and it takes such good care of the patients. I can't say enough good about it. I've had my wife there for over three years, and it was...
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 Age AFH is a residential care home located in the gorgeous town of Federal Way, Washington, in King County. The town is ideally situated between Tacoma and Seattle, and offers residents and visitors a plethora of exciting attractions. Shoppers love spending the day at The Commons at...
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Photo of Grace and Hope Adult Family Home LLC
8.5
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My mother was in the home in hospice care for 1.5 months. Though I’m not sure how much experience they initially had with hospice care, the staff was patient and caring with my mom, and the hospice nurses...
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.
Grace and Hope Adult Family Home LLC is a residential care home in Lakewood, Washington, in Pierce County. The city of Lakewood is surrounded by natural beauty, and bordered on the north by Chambers Creek. Lakewood is a water lover's paradise and home to three large lakes and three smaller lakes;...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
“Uniquely Elegant, Surprisingly Affordable”Franke Tobey Jones has a rich tradition and long-standing history of providing seniors with high quality care and housing for over 78 years. Our founder, Mrs. Franke Tobey Jones, dream continues in the organization’s mission today: To enrich and extend...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
Harbor Place at Cottesmore is a premier retirement and assisted living community located on the campus of Cottesmore of Life Care. The beautiful campus setting offers a full continuum of care with 40 retirement living apartments, 60 assisted living apartments and a 104-bed-nursing center. ...
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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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The friendliness of the staff should be a five plus! They truly treat people there like family. My sisters have tried the food and they said it was great. There is plenty of parking. It is just a really...
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.
Narrows Place AFH Inc is a residential care home situated in the calm city of Tacoma, Washington in Pierce County. Our residence is outstanding in terms of the structure, location and facilities within it. Our seniors enjoy many privileges such as professional healthcare from the nearby...
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They were great! They did a wonderful job, Bay Bridge was a really great fit for us. The staff and everyone there were super nice. I don't have any complaints or concerns about the care or about anything.
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.
Families throughout the Tacoma area will be interested in hearing about how they can get their elders in to the Bay Bridge Care Home. This is one of the most well respected communities in the area, because it provides total care services to senior citizens. If you haven't taken a look at their...
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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.
Photo of Woodlawn Adult Care Center
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.
Information about the center        The Woodlawn Adult Care Center is a large adult family home with about 2,000 sq. ft. of space exclusively for residents. We have a large covered patio and a deck where people can comfortably socialize. Our real strength...
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The best part of Narrows Glen is the staff members and management that make everyone feel welcome and secure. I am very pleased with the care involved with daily life for example the detail of the meal...
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.
Welcome to Narrows Glen! Independent Senior Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care in Tacoma, Washington.Make yourself at home at Narrows Glen in Tacoma, Washington. It’s a friendly, flexible environment that celebrates your individuality and nurtures your soul. We recognize that each new...
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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.
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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.
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Photo of King Narrows View AFH
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.
At the King Narrows View AFH we have two large living rooms both with fireplaces and a grand view of the Narrows, Olympic Mountains, and both Narrows bridges. We have two semi-private rooms and one private room; soon to have two private rooms. There are three bathrooms; each bathroom has a...
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My family member has lived here for 1+ years and is very content. The facility if small, homey and easy to negotiate for those with memory issues. Care staff turnover is very low and they are kind and...
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.
Photo of Caring Hands AFH II
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.
One of the greatest mistakes an individual, or group of individuals can make is to fail at tending to the needs of beloved family members. This is not only one of the worst types of negligence, but also something that will cause guilt and turmoil in the long-term. As adults, it is our...
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.
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Cost of assisted living in Ruston, WA

The average cost of senior living in Ruston is $5,006 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Ketron Island, WA with an average of $4,795 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Ruston, WA vs. nearby cities

Ruston, WA
$5,006/mo
$4,947/mo
$4,897/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Ruston, WA vs. the state and national average

Ruston, WA
$5,006/mo
U.S. national average
$4,657/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Ruston vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$5,006/mo
$5,083/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Ruston, WA by room type

Semi-Private
$6,081/mo
Private
$6,952/mo
Studio
$5,360/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,123/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,888/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,242/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Ruston over time

Ruston, WAWA stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Ruston, 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 Ruston.

What families are saying about assisted living in Ruston

Recent reviews for assisted living in Ruston

Viktoria AFH in Bellevue, WA

4.5
My mother moved into Viktoria AFH about one month ago, and while she was completely resistant to doing so, she is content and happy. The staff treat her like she is gold, and make her feel loved and special. She loves them and especially the meals that they prepare from scratch every day. ...
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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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Brookdale Olympia East

4.3
I've made a new life here. I try to help out where I can. Leading bible study, publishing a picture resident directory. And writing on the resident calender. This is HOME.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and welcoming staff. Many reviews mention the warm and welcoming nature of the staff in various communities, such as Gig Harbor Court, Meridian at Stone Creek, and Mirror Lake Village Senior Living Community. Residents and their families appreciate the personalized attention and care that the staff provides, c ...
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Wide range of activities. Communities like Brookdale Foundation House, Farrington Court, and Meridian at Stone Creek offer a variety of activities tailored to residents' interests, ensuring they stay engaged and active. Activities include outings, musical performances, games, and crafts, among others.
Great communication between staff and families. Effective and frequent communication between staff and families is a common theme in several reviews, with communities like Gencare Lifestyle of Federal Way, The Village Senior Living, and Meridian at Stone Creek praised for their openness and responsiveness. This collaboration ensures th ...
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High-quality meals and dining experiences. Residents often comment on the excellent food and dining experiences in their communities, such as Gig Harbor Court, Meridian at Stone Creek, and The Lodge at Mallard's Landing. Chefs accommodate dietary restrictions and preferences, providing nutritious and enjoyable meals every day.
Properly maintained facilities. Several reviews highlight the cleanliness and upkeep of communities' interior spaces and grounds, making for a pleasant living environment. Examples include Farrington Court, Meridian at Stone Creek, and Brookdale Foundation House.
Great care and support for memory care residents. Memory care residents and their families express appreciation for the compassionate and attentive care in communities like Meridian at Stone Creek, Meridian at Stone Creek, and Meridian at Stone Creek. Staff members tailor care to individual needs, ensuring a sense of security and dignity. ...
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Ruston review score based on 267 family reviews

8.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 267 reviews of 112 Ruston assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Ruston 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

Ruston review score compared against nearby cities

8.8
Ruston, WA112 facilities
8.6
Tacoma, WA191 facilities
8.8
Fircrest, WA143 facilities

Review subcategories for Ruston 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 267 reviews of 112 Ruston assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Ruston 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.
Ruston, WA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
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4.6
Care services
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4.2
Staff
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4.5
Meals & dining
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4.1
Activities
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Ruston assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ruston assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ruston, 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 Ruston 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 Ruston that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Ruston, WANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
72.3%
52.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
45.5%
33.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
67.9%
98.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.2%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
76.8%
56.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
17.9%
30.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
90.2%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
59.8%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
78.6%
53.1%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Ruston 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 Ruston Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Ruston, WANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
80.4%
51.4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
31.3%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60.7%
41.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
22.3%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ruston 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 Ruston partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ruston, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.2%
27.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
43.8%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
40.2%
37.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
67.9%
35.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
27.7%
15.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Ruston 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 Ruston communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ruston, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.3%
31.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.6%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
34.8%
36.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
26.8%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ruston 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 Ruston offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ruston, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
30.4%
46.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17%
31.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
30.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.4%
49.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.6%
49.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.1%
52.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25.9%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.7%
35%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
37.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.4%
46.7%
Live performances
Live performances
33%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
25%
30.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.1%
24.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
29.5%
45.9%
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State regulations for assisted living in Ruston

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Washington assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Ruston protect seniors.

Learn about Washington Assisted Living regulations

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 146 assisted living facilities near Ruston, Washington. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Ruston, Washington are Merrill Gardens at Wright Park, Brookdale West Seattle and Cogir of Kent. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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