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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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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.
The Arbor Rose is a privately owned resident home that offers a family atmosphere where our residents can live in comfort and safety. Our goal is to provide the highest level of loving, healthy and personal care for our residents on a daily basis.Our newly remodeled home is nestled in a peaceful...
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I have no complaints at all. I get over there often, and I see good things. I see the staff interacting with the residents. They are very accommodating, they will stop whatever they are doing and help me...
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.
Spring Ridge is a beautifully appointed, new retirement community completed in December 2003, conveniently located in Tacoma close to shopping, doctors and other important services. This locally owned and cozy one-story building offers stress free living by providing all the services, amenities...
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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.
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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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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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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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.
Renaissance Court Adult Family Home is a state licensed home owned and operated by Licensed Nursing Home Administrators. We believe that being an elder in the community is priceless and a valuable resource to their family, loved ones and community. Our mission is to aide each elder that we care...
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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.
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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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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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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.
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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They were wonderful. Lito really bent over backwards to take care of my loved one. I was really touched with how he was, it's hard to be in that business and get attached to these people and then they die. I...
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 Joy Adult Family Home is a group home for senior citizens as well as younger adults who might need extra attention. The staff at the facility provides exceptional care for dementia patients. There is staff at the facility 24 hours a day, and emergency services are offered. A doctor is on...
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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...
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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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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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.
Crystal Cottage is an assisted living facility located in Lakewood, Washington. Lakewood is a major suburb of Tacoma, Washington. Crystal Cottage is classified as a micro-community type adult care facility. It has a capacity of six clients, providing home type environment, unlike large...
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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.
This Adult Family Home is owned and operated by WA State licensed nurses with over 20 years of acute and long term care experience.Our home provides a place for seniors who can no longer live on their own but seek care and support in a home environment. Located in South Tacoma, we are close to...
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My wife's experience here at this community was excellent. They took very good care her and all her needs. She was in the hospice care part of the facility, and they did everything they could to make her...
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 Garden is a residential care home located in Lakewood, WA, in Pierce County. Lakewood is populated with many lakes: Lake Lousie, Waughop Lake, Lake Steilacoom, Gravelly Lake and American Lake. Some of these lakes drain into the vast Puget Sound. Lakewood also has a view of the majestic...
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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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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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.
Sound View Care Center is located in the prestigious University Place neighborhood.  Our property features sweeping, ever-changing views of the Pacific Ocean's beautiful Gig Harbor Peninsula, Puget Sound, and Fox Island.  Our residents enjoy watching the barges, sailboats, and...
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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.
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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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.
Charlton Place is ideally located near I-5 and HW 512 and is conveniently close to shopping, restaurants and medical care. We offer the perfect combination of services and amenities that blend the care seniors need with the convenience they value and the independence they cherish. Residents and...

Cost of assisted living in Tacoma, WA

The average cost of senior living in Tacoma is $5,014 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include North Fort Lewis, WA with an average of $4,855 per month.

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

Tacoma, WA
$5,014/mo
$4,969/mo
$5,072/mo

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

Tacoma, WA
$5,014/mo
U.S. national average
$4,740/mo

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

Assisted Living
$5,014/mo
$5,084/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,140/mo
Private
$7,018/mo
Studio
$5,560/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,114/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,014/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,459/mo

Senior living costs in Tacoma 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: Tacoma, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typeTacoma, WAWashingtonU.S.
Assisted Living$5,014/mo$5,256/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$5,084/mo$5,141/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living$3,742/mo$4,146/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Tacoma, WA:$5,014/mo
Washington:$5,256/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Tacoma, WA:$5,084/mo
Washington:$5,141/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Tacoma, WA:$3,742/mo
Washington:$4,146/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
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Assisted living costs in Tacoma, WA, over time

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

Tacoma, WAWA stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Tacoma, WA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Tacoma 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
Tacoma, WA$5,650/mo$5,735/mo-1.5%
Washington$5,870/mo$5,481/mo+7.1%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Tacoma, WA
2024 average cost:$5,650/mo
2023 average cost:$5,735/mo
Percent change:-1.5%
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:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Tacoma, 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 Tacoma.

What families are saying about assisted living in Tacoma

Recent reviews for assisted living in Tacoma

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.

Evergreen Senior Care in Seattle, WA

4.0
I like the care that my grandmother is getting in this community.We like that it is very clean. We wanted a smaller community for her. The staff is very nice and caring. The meals are very good and she is happy with the variety. She does stay involved with activities. She likes that they do ...
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Hillside Assisted Living in Kent, WA

5.0
This is our second living experience at Staff Suites. Our mom and dad were here in 2014 when he fell ill. He was taken very good care of until he left us. Our mom lived on her own for a while, then later decided she needed a little more help and Stafford was the first place she thought of when ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and accommodating staff. Many reviews highlight the friendly and accommodating nature of the staff at various communities, such as Gig Harbor Court, Meridian at Stone Creek, and Gencare Lifestyle Tacoma at Point Ruston. Families and residents express appreciation for the personal connections made with staff member ...
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Quality and varied meal options. Throughout reviews, quality food stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At the Meridian at Stone Creek, Gencare Lifestyle Tacoma at Point Ruston, and Merrill Gardens at Wright Park, residents often comment on the delicious and diverse meal opt ...
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Engaging activities and social opportunities. Residents find enjoyment in the wide range of activities offered in communities, such as bingo, crafting, card games, and movie nights. For instance, at Meridian at Stone Creek, Gig Harbor Court, and Gencare Lifestyle Tacoma at Point Ruston, staff members organize events that keep resident ...
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Thoughtful communication between staff and families. Reviews contain many mentions of frequent, clear, and effective communication between community staff members and family members, ensuring everyone is informed and care needs are being met. This is evident at communities like Gencare Lifestyle of Federal Way, Meridian at Stone Creek, and C ...
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Well-maintained facilities and apartments. Reviews often praise the cleanliness, upkeep, and maintenance of both interior living spaces and outdoor areas at various communities, such as Gig Harbor Court, Meridian at Stone Creek, and Merrill Gardens at Wright Park. Families appreciate the sense of pride staff take in maintaining a c ...
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Warm and caring community atmosphere. Several reviews mention the welcoming and caring atmosphere at different communities, creating a sense of belonging for residents. For example, at Meridian at Stone Creek, Gig Harbor Court, and Gencare Lifestyle Tacoma at Point Ruston, community members describe the friendliness and suppor ...
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Tacoma review score based on 303 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 303 reviews of 152 Tacoma assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Tacoma 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

Tacoma review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Tacoma, WA152 facilities
8.5
Fircrest, WA144 facilities
8.6
Ruston, WA146 facilities

Review subcategories for Tacoma 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 303 reviews of 152 Tacoma assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Tacoma 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.
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Cleanliness
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4.1
Friendliness
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Care services
3.8
3.8
Staff
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4.0
Meals & dining
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Activities
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Tacoma assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Tacoma assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Tacoma, 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 Tacoma 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 Tacoma 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
70.4%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
48.7%
33.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
67.8%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.4%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
15.8%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
87.5%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
57.2%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in Tacoma 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 Tacoma Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Tacoma, WANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
77%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
27%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
59.9%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Tacoma 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 Tacoma partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Tacoma, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
13.2%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.5%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
36.2%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
65.8%
36.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25.7%
17.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Tacoma 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 Tacoma communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Tacoma, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
18.4%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
23.7%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
30.9%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Tacoma 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 Tacoma offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Tacoma, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
24.3%
46.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
13.8%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
19.1%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.4%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
39.5%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.2%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
21.7%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
21.1%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20.4%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30.9%
46.7%
Live performances
Live performances
28.3%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
22.4%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.2%
24.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
25.7%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Tacoma

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

Related senior services in Tacoma, Washington

In Tacoma, Washington, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:

Tacoma, Washington, is somewhat car dependent. Seniors can expect to rely on public transportation. Transit options in Tacoma include bus routes, a vanpool, and a public paratransit service. Seniors may receive fare discounts. Tacoma has somewhat limited biking infrastructure and is somewhat walkable.

Tacoma offers several health care providers for seniors wanting to be proactive about their health or for seniors seeking treatment for chronic conditions. The area has several hospitals, including St. Joseph Medical Center and Tacoma General Allenmore Hospital.

Tacoma, Washington, is on the banks of Puget Sound and is located just outside of Seattle. It’s home to the Museum of Glass and is perfect for seniors who would enjoy a creative, waterside community. The town also offers The Tacoma Art Museum and The Washington State History Museum. When seniors aren’t exploring all the museums Tacoma has to offer, they can take a seaside hike at many of the parks and natural areas. Seniors can also take advantage of the booming restaurant and retail areas, where there is always something new to do and eat.

Frequently Asked Questions

Merrill Gardens at Wright Park, Cogir at The Narrows Tacoma Assisted Living and Weatherly Inn-Tacoma are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Tacoma, Washington. See full list of communities.
There are 191 assisted living facilities near Tacoma, Washington. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Tacoma, Washington are Brookdale West Seattle, Merrill Gardens at Wright Park and Cogir of Kent. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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