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Photo of Holiday Peninsula
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33 Floor plans available
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The staff has been on point with us and never hesitant to help out. It's a beautiful place and were super happy my mom is there.
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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My Aunt is happy and comfortable. She does have some issues with laundry that I don't have much info on. You may want to ask her about it. Otherwise, all is good.
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.
Located on picturesque Oyster Bay in Bremerton, WA, Bay Pointe Retirement Community has offered a gracious and ideal location for seniors for 20 years. The community is nestled in a waterfront neighborhood 2 miles from local shops and eateries, 1/2-mile Hwy 3 and about 2 miles from the Naval...
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The staff including sales, move in, prime fit, restaurant and maintenance are always very kind and address people by their names and make sure to talk with residents at their level so if they are in...
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.
Located minutes outside of Bellevue and downtown Redmond, Fairwinds Redmond offers luxurious apartment homes in a fun and active retirement community.We are very proud to be managed by Leisure Care, who, for over 30 years, has led the industry in the development and management of elegant...
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Mom did not take advantage of social events, but they had a good amount of chances to socialize. They did a good job with a difficult resident.
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.
Exploring a Redefined IndependenceIt’s time to declare independence from chores, household maintenance and the stress that often comes from living at home. Instead, our independent living and assisted living seniors live a life full of interesting things to do and interesting people to do them...
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I recently visited a loved one at this facility. All the staff were smiling, and the seniors looked very content. Overall very clean and I'm proud to have my loved one living here.
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 Sunrise of Redmond, our exceptional staff, engaging activities, and active social life make our residents happy to call our community home.Our lovely community is an assisted living and memory care community located just across Lake Washington from Seattle. We’re close enough to the city to...
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Cascade is good when it comes to information, organization and overall affordability. What we are finding now is things that were promised or we were told were a perk don't seem to be at all. I would give...
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.
Perched on the hillside, The Willows features magnificent Sound and mountain views, walking paths, gazebo, raised garden beds, trees, courtyard, and beautiful landscaping. All this and ample parking makes The Willows an ideal place to call homeCascades of Bremerton designed Independent living...
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Cogir staff are very sweet and accommodating. However, there were some initial issues with getting them to take over medication management (my grandma's only assistance). Overall it's worked out okay though....
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.
Within the Queen Anne neighborhood, you’ll find a traditionally modern community encompassed by bright green shrubs called Cogir of Queen Anne. Designed to provide residents comfort and peace in retirement, the community offers lively programming, attentive care, and a safe environment. Choose...
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I've lived here for three months and the residents and staff are very friendly. Its been easy to make friends. The food is restaurant quality. There's a cafe with food choices from the dining room kitchen...
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.
Set on a beautiful 55-acre campus in Shoreline, the Cristwood continuing care retirement community offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Since Cristwood shares a campus with other CRISTA Ministries organizations, each day is filled with opportunities for you to grow,...
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The Gardens has been a wonderful experience all the way around & if we were doing it all over again, we would do everything exactly the same. There may be options that cost less but I believe we are getting...
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.
Welcome to The Gardens at Town Square, an Era Living community. The Gardens offers a warm, vibrant lifestyle, a vast array of amenities, rich programming, and exceptional Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care. Located in the heart of downtown Bellevue, The Gardens is just steps...
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We have been extremely happy with Merrill Gardens. My parents toured several retirement communities and it became very apparent that MG was a special community. The staff is experienced and take great care...
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.
Merrill Gardens at The University provides desirable retirement living near the University of Washington. Take advantage of the University Village outdoor shopping center and tree-lined Burke-Gilman trail; both ideal for strolling and just steps from the front door. Enjoy being close to a...
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Photo of Weatherly Inn Renton
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What stood out most to me is the great food, the caring staff and the clean environment. Another thing that stood out are the beautiful grounds.
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.
Where it’s home & you’re family!A familiar lifestyle with just the right level of care. Independent senior living, assisted living, and memory care in our brand new Renton location.
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The Weatherly Inn had truly helped mom get back on her feet! Their staff is amazing and very friendly and attentive to her needs as well as the needs of the rest of the residents! The nursing staff provides...
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.
Weatherly Inn-Tacoma is an assisted living community located on the shore of Horsehead Bay in the city of Tacoma, Pierce County, Washington. Walking distance from Point Defiance Park and Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium, Weatherly Inn-Tacoma residents and visitors have easy access to excellent...
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I am currently living at Solista Everett and give the facility an over all 5. What I like the most about the community is the affordability, décor, friendly residents, great activity director with many...
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.
Cascadian Place provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.Located in the beautiful town of Everett, we'll be your island of comfort in the middle of lakes, rivers and the Pacific Coast. You'll enjoy the natural beauty of the region and the convenience of being...
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Food is great. Need more activities. The staff is great they learn names right away and warmly greet residents. Always receptive special requests or needs. The only thing that we wish they had was a bigger...
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.
Chateau Valley Center is a trusted, locally owned, family-owned and operated senior living community in Renton, Washington, serving families across Fairwood, Kent, and South Seattle for over 20 years. Located just steps from Valley Medical Center and close to local parks, shopping, and cultural...
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The facility is a little dated- which is slowly being addressed. Rooms could use a little refresh, especially in the bathrooms. Staff is great and makes up for what the building lacks. My parents have no...
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 residents have traded chores, and the hassle and stress that often comes from living at home for a life filled with interesting things to do and interesting people to do them with. All in a setting that feels just like home sweet home.We provide assisted living and memory care services to...
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I have nothing negative to say about Ashley Point in Lake Stevens.. they have been communicative a and responsive to our concerns .
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.
At Ashley Pointe it is our belief that life should be enriching. Our policy is to provide great food, life-enriching activities and reliable, courteous service. And of course, an opportunity to make new friends. Ashley Pointe community provides a full range of exceptional senior living and...
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Staff turnover is discouragingly high. Food is tasty but not really healthy. Daily activities tend to be organized and run by residents not staff. I experienced serious billing errors. Residents are friendly...
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.
A 55+ community, MorningStar of Kirkland offers 152 apartments for independent living in the beautifully forested Totem Lake area. With easy access to I-405, our community is bordered by Juanita Bay (with its beaches and parks), Evergreen Health Medical Center and the retail center of The Village...
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The value for cost gets a 4 as we are still assessing this. What we like about the community so for is that it is clean, has good food, and the most important is that it is safe for my mom. Yes, we would...
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 home to Cogir of Kirkland Senior Living. Our brand new assisted living community is nestled perfectly along the Kirkland waterfront. We’ve designed our community to offer seniors the opportunity to enjoy a vibrant, comfortable, and fulfilling lifestyle in a safe and caring environment. If...
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The food was good. There were plenty of activities and the staff was nice. Don't think it was worth the amount of money we were paying.
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.
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 and Assisted Living. Life is good here in our...
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What we like the most about the community is the staff is really friendly and involved with their clients. They've really helped me with caring for my friend.
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 Edmonds Landing Retirement Community – Where Lifestyle Meets Peace of MindEdmonds Landing is a proud recipient of the Best of Edmonds Senior Living/Assisted Living Award for four consecutive years – a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence in senior living.Located in the...
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I would say 4. I'm pretty hard on ratings because it leaves from for improvement. The location I selected has been great overall. Few small items like food isn't amazing but just ok. My MIL still cooks and...
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 The Rivers at Puyallup, our exceptional staff, engaging activities, and active social life make our residents happy to call our community home.Puyallup is an assisted living, memory care, and independent living community located just outside of downtown Puyallup, a quiet town with many...
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My husband & I would give Gibson Garden a 5 on all categories above. Our apt has a deck with very fine mesh screen that let's in no bugs, sunny at times & beautiful hanging baskets with room for 3+ deck...
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.
Gibson Gardens is a great community in the hills of Tacoma featuring 122 large apartments with full amenities. All apartment homes include full sized washers & dryers, microwave, oven and full sized dishwashers for your convenience. The spacious living rooms have electric fireplaces for immediate...
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What we like the most about the community is the friendly residents and the staff. Yes, we would recommend Fieldstone Clear Creek to other families based on the experience so far.
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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This is a humble and cozy assisted living /retirement community. The care staff are very kind. There is always something to keep the residents engaged and entertained. I pray that whatever this community...
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.
Peoples Retirement Community is a residential environment serving our community and is designed to accommodate active, self sufficient, senior adults, seniors who require modest assistance in order to maintain personal dignity and self reliance as well as a Secured Alzheimer's/Dementia Community....
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We like the apartment, we had to move in a hurry. We do like the staff, and they are very solicitous. I didn’t give a 5 star because the meal haven’t been good lately. The meat isn’t tender so sometimes it...
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.
Enhancing Your Senior LifestyleImagine if you could trade all of your chores, including cooking, cleaning and home maintenance, for a different kind of senior living, full of interesting things to do and interesting people to do them with. That’s the life you’ll find in our assisted living...
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Cost of independent living in Monroe, WA

The average cost of senior living in Monroe is $4,353 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lake Cassidy, WA with an average of $4,245 per month.

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

Monroe, WA
$4,353/mo

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

Monroe, WA
$4,353/mo
U.S. national average
$4,157/mo

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

$5,723/mo
Independent Living
$4,353/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,506/mo
Studio
$4,864/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,591/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,149/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,761/mo

Senior living costs in Monroe 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: Monroe, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMonroe, WAWashingtonU.S.
Independent Living$4,353/mo$4,148/mo$4,157/mo
Assisted Living$5,552/mo$5,292/mo$4,708/mo
Memory Care$5,723/mo$5,141/mo$4,941/mo
Independent Living
Monroe, WA:$4,353/mo
Washington:$4,148/mo
U.S.:$4,157/mo
Assisted Living
Monroe, WA:$5,552/mo
Washington:$5,292/mo
U.S.:$4,708/mo
Memory Care
Monroe, WA:$5,723/mo
Washington:$5,141/mo
U.S.:$4,941/mo
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Independent living costs in Monroe, WA, over time

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

Monroe, WAWA stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Monroe, WA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Monroe 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
Monroe, WA$4,020/mo$3,783/mo+6.3%
Washington$3,640/mo$3,446/mo+5.6%
National$3,265/mo$3,169/mo+3.0%
Monroe, WA
2024 average cost:$4,020/mo
2023 average cost:$3,783/mo
Percent change:+6.3%
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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What families are saying about independent living in Monroe

Recent reviews for independent living in Monroe

Brookdale Foundation House in Federal Way, WA

5.0
The staff is very friendly and helpful at Brookdale Foundation House. The dining staff really spoil you. The maintenance staff is prompt about needs and even brings your packages to your apartment from the front desk. The apartments are spacious with lots of storage. Families are notified of ...
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Highlander Apartments in Seattle, WA

4.9
What we really saw that was positive is the staff, from the front end staff, to the director, who is excellent to work with. They have excellent communication. We get emails all the time with any updates. They're close by to medical facilities, so that's been a Godsend. The shuttle service ...
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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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Honest and responsive communication with families. Many reviews mention the clear and effective communication between staff and families at various communities. For example, at Madison House, the community director sets regular meetings with senior residents and their loved ones, both in person and virtually.
Warm and welcoming atmosphere. Residents and families often comment on the friendly and inviting nature of the staff and other residents in the community. In reviews for Cogir at The Narrows Tacoma Assisted Living, the staff are described as going above and beyond to make new residents feel welcome.
Variety of activities for socializing and engagement. Communities offer a wide range of activities to encourage socializing and keep residents active. At Kenmore Senior Living, residents enjoy musical entertainment and participate in glamour photo sessions, while at Merrill Gardens at The University, they go on fun outings and attend engaging e ...
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Flexible meal options and excellent dining experiences. Families appreciate the quality food and accommodation of dietary restrictions and preferences in the dining halls of various communities. For instance, at Merrill Gardens at Wright Park, residents are pleased with the imaginative and delicious meals served every day.
Professional and accommodating maintenance and housekeeping services. Communities prioritize the cleanliness and maintenance of both common areas and individual living spaces. At Merrill Gardens at Auburn, housekeeping staff are praised for their thorough weekly cleanings and attention to detail.
Wide range of apartment sizes and styles. Communities cater to various living preferences by offering different sizes and styles of apartments. For example, at Solista Everett by Cogir, residents can choose between studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, each with varying square footage.
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Monroe independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Monroe independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Monroe, 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 Monroe 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 Monroe partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Monroe, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
27.8%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
53.8%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
48.2%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
55.9%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
21.3%
10.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Monroe 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 Monroe communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Monroe, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
51.2%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
55.3%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
52.1%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
34.3%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Monroe 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 Monroe offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Monroe, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
58%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
39.1%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
44.4%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55.9%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.8%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
71.3%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
54.1%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
51.8%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
53%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
58.9%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
58.3%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
42.6%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
45.3%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
58.3%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale Monroe, Brookdale West Seattle and Cogir of Edmonds are the top-rated independent living facilities near Monroe, Washington. See full list of communities.

There are 381 independent living facilities near Monroe, Washington. See the full list.

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

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