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The cost of independent living in Lakebay is about $3,783 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 11 options. Read 242 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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We are so happy that we chose Merrill Gardens for our loved one. The staff is very friendly and caring, from the reception desk to the food servers to the care givers. The facility is a beautiful, welcoming...
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 Cogir at The Narrows  Tacoma Assisted Living
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We had a very good experience with Cogir They were very accommodating and worked on our schedule even though it was a bit out of the norm. Helped [name removed] make previously scheduled MD appointments
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.
Cogir at The Narrows in Tacoma, Washington, offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. This community aims to improve seniors' quality of life by providing plenty of opportunities for activity and social interaction. The grounds of the community feature...
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The facility is very nice, clean, beautifully appointed, friendly helpful people and great communication. There is a variety of activities every day, including outings and musical performances and many...
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.
At Gig Harbor Court, our exceptional staff, engaging activities, and active social life make our residents happy to call our community home.Gig Harbor is located in the Pacific Northwest, and is surrounded by several parks, with a historic a waterfront as well as boutiques and fine dining, making...
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Everything is well done! Great staff, all 3 meals a day are well prepared. Beautiful view and walking distance to a very nice shopping center with grocery stores, restaurants and other shops for almost...
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.
Peninsula provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Surround yourself with crystal clear waters and snow-capped mountain views at our Gig Harbor senior living community. You'll enjoy the natural beauty of the region and the convenience of being centrally located...
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The residents are active, out and about, doing things. Not like a lot of other places we saw where the halls were ghost towns. Food is excellent. Everyone is so friendly and we would absolutely recommend The...
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.
Come enjoy the good life at The Lodge at Mallard's Landing!Our senior living lifestyle offerings provide you with the level of care you may need to live the life you love. Nestled in the greenery of the Pacific Northwest, our customized on-site services and impressive amenities truly set The...
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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 Gig Harbor's premier senior housing community. Situated on 27 acres in historic downtown Gig Harbor, Rosedale Village features single-level craftsman-style apartment homes. Adjacent to the popular Cushman Trail and walking distance to waterfront shops and restaurants, residents enjoy...
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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.
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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.
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I am so happy we found this wonderful facility for our mother. Mom had a stroke in July of 2014, and we had just about despaired over her care, and then Debra invited us to move (early!). Mom has dementia...
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.
Our goal at the Haven in Allyn is to provide the most excellent care possible. Our passion is to make you happy and comfortable in an environment that is loving, kind, compassionate, and safe. The Haven in Allyn is a new model in Assisted Living / Long Term Care. We cater to the needs and desires...
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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.
Penrose Harbor is part of the Continuing Care Retirement Community Heron's Key. Modeled after our parent Emerald Heights in Redmond, Penrose Harbor has been open since 2017 in the lovely city of Gig Harbor. We specialize in all stages and levels of senior care, from independent, assisted, and...
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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. ...

Cost of independent living in Lakebay, WA

The average cost of senior living in Lakebay is $3,783 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Shelton, WA with an average of $3,408 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Lakebay, WA vs. nearby cities

Lakebay, WA
$3,783/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Lakebay, WA vs. the state and national average

Lakebay, WA
$3,783/mo
U.S. national average
$4,091/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Lakebay vs. other types of senior living

$5,101/mo
Independent Living
$3,783/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Lakebay, WA by room type

Semi-Private
$6,258/mo
Studio
$4,441/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,088/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,136/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,650/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Lakebay over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Lakebay

Recent reviews for independent living in Lakebay

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.

Affinity at Puyallup

5.0
I would highly recommend this community for you or your loved one. The staff are excellent. The tour was great and they answered all of my questions and showed me around to everything.

Sunset Gardens in Puyallup, WA

4.0
It's going pretty good. The accommodations are pretty good. There isn't any air conditioning, or wi-fi on the third floor. The people are very nice. The people who work here are very professional. We have barbecue cookouts twice a week. They made it easy to move in, I slid right in.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and welcoming atmosphere. Many reviews express appreciation for the warm and inviting community vibe at various senior living facilities. At Revel Lacey, residents and staff are described as kind and helpful, making newcomers feel right at home. At Brookdale Allenmore IL, the sense of community is strong, with reside ...
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Varied activities and social opportunities. Senior living communities offer a range of activities for residents to engage in, according to multiple reviews. At Revel Lacey, residents enjoy everything from crafts and bingo to outings and musical performances. Residents of Cogir at The Narrows Tacoma Assisted Living praise the communit ...
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Well-maintained facilities and cleanliness. Cleanliness and upkeep are important factors for many senior living residents, as seen in reviews for various communities. At Brookdale Allenmore IL, residents appreciate the well-maintained living spaces, including their apartments and the common areas. The grounds at The Lodge at Mallard's ...
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Delicious and accommodating meals. Quality meals and dining experiences are crucial components of senior living, as noted in several reviews. At Merrill Gardens at Wright Park, the chef is commended for accommodating dietary restrictions and individual preferences. Residents of Revel Lacey enjoy a variety of meal options and ...
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Supportive and caring staff. Staff support is essential for ensuring a positive senior living experience, as evidenced in reviews for various communities. At Cogir at The Narrows Tacoma Assisted Living, the staff is described as caring and attentive, going above and beyond to help residents and their families. At Revel ...
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Flexible and accommodating community. Flexibility and accommodation are key features of successful senior living communities, as highlighted in reviews for several facilities. At Revel Lacey, residents praise the ability to cook in their apartments or choose from a range of meal options. At Merrill Gardens at Wright Park, the co ...
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Lakebay independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lakebay independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lakebay, 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 Lakebay 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 Lakebay partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lakebay, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
34.3%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10%
9.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Lakebay 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 Lakebay communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lakebay, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
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37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
30%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lakebay 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 Lakebay offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lakebay, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
44.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30%
28.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
32.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
47.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60%
54.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
60%
38%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
41.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
40%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
60%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
46.4%
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Merrill Gardens at Wright Park, Brookdale Allenmore IL and Revel Lacey are the top-rated independent living facilities near Lakebay, Washington. See full list of communities.

There are 11 independent living facilities near Lakebay, Washington. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Lakebay, Washington are Merrill Gardens at Wright Park and Brookdale Allenmore IL. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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