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Photo of Brookdale Fairhaven
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My father was happy there. They cared about him but the other residents were really lovely and he loved being in their company. I would recommend to others. It's clean. Staff is kind and caring. He loved the...
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.
Not All Assisted Living Is Created EqualFor those looking for exceptional senior living in the Great Northwest, you need look no farther. Your future favorite senior living community provides assisted living for seniors in historic Bellingham, known for its vibrant art scene, historic waterfront...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
It's time to start enjoying the carefree lifestyle you deserve and at our continuing care retirement community (CCRC) in Stanwood, Wash., each new day opens up a whole realm of possibilities. All you need to do is choose. From independent living and assisted living to memory care, the transition...
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Cleanliness - they have not been able to keep the room cleaning schedule that was there when we started due to staffing issues. However all the common areas are clean and the residents are trying to keep...
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.
From the traditional Northwest architecture to the beautifully landscaped courtyard and grounds, through our spacious and designer decorated common areas, Chandler's Square is just the place for comfortable living with your companion and friends. Chandler's Square Retirement Community in...
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Cap Sante was so nice. It was perfect for my brother. The community was welcoming and he really felt like home. My brother was only there a short time, but he enjoyed the facility. It was Clean and smelled...
Provides: Independent Living
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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 staff and environment at The Village in Granite Falls are amazing. The provide constant assistance and support, keep the place clean and organized, and have structured activities. My dad needed...
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.
GenCare Lifestyle at Granite Falls is a Senior living community in Granite Falls, Washington. We offer a quaint, country home with a small town atmosphere. Our senior living community nestles in a forest setting with deer visiting daily. Being in Snohomish County we are conviently located within...
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I needed a 'Respite Care' residence to recover from my complete knee replacement, for safety reasons due to living in a two story house and having recently lost my wife of 46 plus years and no one else...
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.
Welcome to Amica at Douglas House. As you approach along a fragrant garden path, your entry into this warm home—like setting sets the tone for what is to come in this 'community within a community'. A bright and welcoming lobby is attended by a Concierge to greet you and assist with special...
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My loved one was a resident at Victoria Place. Victoria Place is a good place. I will probably move there myself when the time comes.
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.
Victoria Place is a place like no other. Our caring staff will give your loved one the time, attention and care they need to thrive in a comfortable home like setting. We are located in the quaint town of Port Townsend, Washington, just two miles from Puget Sound. Downtown Port Townsend is a...
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Photo of Fields Senior Living at Smokey Point
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Fields at Smokey Point takes very good care of their residents. The facility is beautiful, happy smiling residents and staff. I look forward to walking in the front door because it is always a great...
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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Photo of Maple Ridge
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55 Floor plans available
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The staff at Maple Ridge has been very active/responsive with me and my loved one. The staff is very helpful and informative. My loved one is eating regularly in the gorgeous dining room, has dining...
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.
Looking for an exceptional senior living community?Well, you’ve found it. When you combine an exceptional lifestyle, ready-made friends and outstanding service, the result is what we callRetirement Perfected™Welcome to Bonaventure Retirement. Life is good here in our community, and we like to...
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Photo of Pacifica Senior Living Snohomish
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44 Floor plans available
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Number one; We can afford it. The med techs and nurses have been very friendly and helpful. The food is adequate, however, my brother tends to stock up on his diary free creamer, hot sauce and snacks in his...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Pacifica Senior Living Snohomish is located just south of Ferguson Park and Blackmans Lake in Snohomish, Washington. Ferguson Park is a popular place for resident picnics and outings with family. Our community consists of six home-like cottages, which offer perfect opportunities for socializing...
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Photo of Trustwell Living at Sinclair Place
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Mom is diabetic. I would assume she is not alone at RRP. The menu should be geared towards diabetic people. Skip fruit juice and provide good to excellent fruits and vegetables (fresh is best) the...
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.
Sinclair Place is an assisted living community located in the small town of Sequim, Washington. Sequim is known as the 'banana belt' of the Olympic Peninsula and, as such, has plenty of warm sunny days in which to enjoy the natural beauty in the area. We are located on the south end of town, two...
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Photo of The Vintage at Mount Vernon
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I've been here for 2 years and I just love it here everyone is so friendly. The management works hard at keeping the residents happy and the place in good shape!
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Vintage at Mount Vernon is a senior housing community in Mount Vernon, Skagit County, WA. Mount Vernon is located in western WA, near Skagit Bay and in between Seattle and Vancouver. It is a piece of Pacific Northwest heaven here, with abundant natural resources and mountain views. There is...
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Birchview is great! My father-in law lives here. Everyone is so helpful and answers all my questions about him. he really likes it here. plenty of activities to keep every one busy and opportunity to meet...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
A family caring for a loved one with Dementia or Alzheimer’s can experience overwhelming emotional and physical obstacles. At Birchview we strive to provide the finest care for each of our residents – while still maintaining their individuality and dignity.Knowing your loved one’s needs are...
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We are very happy with Logan Creek. They are doing a great job with taking care of her. She is very happy with her choice of going here, she looked at quite a few different places. It is such a homey...
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.
Logan Creek Retirement is located close to medical facilities on the hill in the beautiful Mount Vernon. Apartments are all on one level and have complete kitchens. Monthly rentals include 3 meals a day, activities, transportation and weekly housekeeping. At Logan Creek, it’s not just an address,...
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The interaction has been excellent with the staff. They do a wonderful job with the food. The activities are really good. We are very happy. My loved one was not getting care that was needed at theprevious...
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.
The Bridge at Mount Vernon, Washington, provides an enriching retirement to seniors looking for an active assisted living community to make their home.Offering a variety of resort-style services and amenities, The Bridge at Mount Vernon works to ensure each resident receives the support and care...
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The staff is extremely friendly and accommodating. The only complaint I've heard is fixed meal times are a bit early for my in-laws.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Welcome to Rosewood VillaRosewood Villa is beautifully situated between Fairhaven and Happy Valley in Bellingham, WA. Our community has enjoyed decades of serving seniors while providing support to cherished loved ones. We are committed to providing the very best care in and around Whatcom...
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My parents moved to La Conner Retirement Inn one year ago as my father's health was failing and taking care of him and their house was becoming too much work for my mom, and living closer to me and to...
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.
La Conner Retirement Inn is located in the gorgeous Skagit Valley. This waterfront community is home to unique gift shops, artists, writers, museums, restaurants and a marina. Whether your newly retired or need assisted living, our friendly and courteous staff is dedicated to providing the...
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In 1956 this community was the Leopold Hotel and I was a bellhop there when I was in college, so I feel like I have come full circle. It is a very well built historic building. It is cozy and comfy here and...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
The Leopold is unique among senior living options. Built in 1929 as 4 star Hotel, now providing Vibrant Retirement Living in the heart of downtown Bellingham. The architectural details, grand views of the bay, Crystal Ballroom and history of the building are a treat unto themselves. Bing Crosby,...
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Facility has nicely updated their decor and does not resemble a typical Assisted Living on the inside. Does a wonderful job cleaning and has a lack of offensive odors or covering odors. Meals are typically...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
We are delighted to introduce you to Welcome Home Oak Harbor Senior Memory Care, a continuing care community designed to allow our residents as much personal freedom as possible through the various stages of aging in a safe and loving atmosphere. With over 50 yrs of Caregiving experiance, our...
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They get a 5 for everything. Regency on Whidbey has been just awesome. My mother-in-law loves it there. So much so that she doesn't want to go back to SoCal in the fall when we go back. That says a lot!...
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.
Regency on Whidbey's assisted living options offer personalized assistance, supportive services and compassionate care in a professionally managed, carefully designed, retirement community setting. It's the perfect alternative for seniors who can no longer live on their own at home, yet don't...
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They showed me one apartment before I moved in and it seemed big enough at the time but once I moved in I realized I needed a two bedroom. I was advised I would have to wait a year before I could move. They...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Vintage at Arlington is for those that are 55 w Disability and 62 years and older.Our staff has over 20 years combined experience in senior care. Vintage at Arlington is a controlled access building conveniently located near shopping, medical facilities including a hospital, bus line and...
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They don't have air conditioning in the apartments themselves, so it is a little warm. The activities were good before COVID. we had movie night, exercise class, and casino day. I chose this community...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome to Vintage at Lakewood a luxury 55+ apartment community located in beautiful Marysville, Washington. Currently offering spacious 1 and 2 bedroom apartment homes featuring modern appliances including a full-size washer and dryer, microwave, twelve place setting dishwasher and more. ...
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I have more than once highly recommended it. As soon as we walked in, we knew it was the right place. And then when we learned the cost, that cemented the deal.
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Breakfast and dinner included in rentFine dining and service
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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.
The Village model enables a safe and enriched-living community for persons living with dementia and cognitive impairment. Our community model affords a continuum of care to support people throughout the course of their personal journey including assisted living, full and end of life care. More...
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You know it's fantastic when my mother said she should have moved to Sunridge two years earlier. All the people who work there are fantastic. They are so helpful and very caring.
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Sunridge Gardens is an independent living community for active seniors in Langley, British Columbia. Langley is considered the "Birthplace of British Columbia," and is filled with historic sites, heritage museums, farms and nurseries, wineries, and boutique shopping. It is a lively community...

Cost of independent living in Bow, WA

The average cost of senior living in Bow is $3,954 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lynden, WA with an average of $3,441 per month.

Independent living costs in Bow, WA, vs. nearby cities

Bow, WA
$3,954/mo

Independent living costs in Bow, WA, vs. state and national averages

Bow, WA
$3,954/mo
U.S. national average
$4,160/mo

Independent living costs in Bow, WA, vs. other senior living options

$5,247/mo
Independent Living
$3,954/mo

Independent living costs in Bow, WA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,897/mo
Studio
$4,712/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,335/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,718/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,128/mo

Senior living costs in Bow 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: Bow, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBow, WAWashingtonU.S.
Independent Living$3,954/mo$4,147/mo$4,160/mo
Assisted Living$5,034/mo$5,291/mo$4,712/mo
Memory Care$5,247/mo$5,140/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Bow, WA:$3,954/mo
Washington:$4,147/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
Assisted Living
Bow, WA:$5,034/mo
Washington:$5,291/mo
U.S.:$4,712/mo
Memory Care
Bow, WA:$5,247/mo
Washington:$5,140/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in Bow, WA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Bow 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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Independent living cost trends in Bow, WA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Bow 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
Bow, WA$3,895/mo$3,513/mo+10.9%
Washington$3,640/mo$3,446/mo+5.6%
National$3,265/mo$3,169/mo+3.0%
Bow, WA
2024 average cost:$3,895/mo
2023 average cost:$3,513/mo
Percent change:+10.9%
Washington
2024 average cost:$3,640/mo
2023 average cost:$3,446/mo
Percent change:+5.6%
National
2024 average cost:$3,265/mo
2023 average cost:$3,169/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Bow

Recent reviews for independent living in Bow

The Vintage at Mount Vernon

5.0
I've had a great experience here so far, I'd recommend this place highly! You get quite a lot for what you pay here, they are "apartment homes" so each unit has a small fully equipped kitchen, and a washer and dryer. The complex also has a gym, billiard room, and a great room for ...
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Cap Sante Court Community in Anacortes, WA

4.9
My family member will have been there two years in August, and it is perfect for his needs. He has a studio right by the dining room and is very comfortable there. He has an exercise routine and plays games every day with fellow residents.

Leopold Retirement in Bellingham, WA

5.0
I'm so glad my family and I chose this community for my new home. The caregivers and staff are kind and helpful. Only had 1 room available but will be getting a bigger one soon I hope. The Activities are amazing her like bingo, arts&crafts, bridge and even a Happy Hour. They have a bus that will ...
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Bow independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bow independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bow, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Bow independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Bow partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Bow, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10.8%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
29.6%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
27.6%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.9%
10.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Bow independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Bow communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bow, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.1%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29.6%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
27.6%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.8%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bow independent 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 independent living communities in Bow offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Bow, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
34%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.2%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25.1%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
31%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.4%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
39.9%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.1%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
29.6%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
35%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
21.2%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.2%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Cogir of Mill Creek, Avista Ferndale and Ashley Pointe Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Bow, Washington. See full list of communities.
There are 339 independent living facilities near Bow, Washington. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Bow, Washington is Cogir of Mill Creek. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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