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Memory care in Carlson offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Carlson is about $5,010 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 107 communities, read 2061 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Photo of Memory Care at The Lodges
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I rate them 5 on all categories. Exceptionally professional and caring. The director's competence and professionalism. Immediately we knew we wanted our mother to live there.
Provides: Memory Care
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.
Locally & privately owned and operated from its opening in 1997, Memory Care at The Lodges creates a home-like setting for Dementia care. Each of our secured Lodges has just 16 resident rooms clustered around the main activity, dining and living room areas. This floor plan greatly reduces...
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The building is very well kept and inviting and the staff is friendly. My Mom got one of the mid sized rooms and it was a perfect size for her.
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.
Comfortable living arrangements and commitment to service make The Sequoia an attractive community within itself. Residents enjoy living in private apartments—furnished and decorated with their favorite things. Each apartment is designed for safe, comfortable living, with cable TV, a...
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When my sister and I walked into Hearthside Manor looking for a home like environment for our 97 year old Mom, we realized it fit her needs quite well. The warm welcoming staff set us right at ease and we...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Hearthside Manor is a memory care community that offers 34 private bedrooms, secure non-challenging environment, licensed nurses on staff, dementia trained caregivers, 3 nutritious meals served daily, snacks available 24 hours, daily activities and entertainers, individualized service plans,...
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What we like the most about the community is how responsive all of the staff are. Yes, we would recommend Weatherly Inn-Kent to other families.
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Weatherly Inn: A place like no other... Where we know you like family! Weatherly Inn has a strong heritage of pursuing excellence, creating a truly unique place. Opened in 1999, the Kent Memory Care Facility is a private family business. Larry Bunn, DDS was the general contractor and operations...
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The staff has been extremely friendly and helpful. I am always able to reach someone if I need assistance. I would definitely recommend Arbor Village to someone looking for these types of accommodations for...
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.
Arbor Village, located in Kent, Washington, is a retirement community providing Assisted Living, Independent Living, and Senior Living. As well as Memory Care services. Our expert team understands challenges of memory loss not only for residents, but their families as well.Our independent living...
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5 on all of them Stafford is a great place!! It is safe and feels very homey. We would absolutely recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had so far.
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.
Stafford Suites is a 72 apartment community located in the quaint town of Sumner.  We offer studio, one and two bedroom apartments on a month to month basis.  All apartments include kitchenette with microwave, refrigerator, and sink; spacious bath with easy-access features, including...
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I placed my 93-year-old father at Avista Senior Living in [date removed]. We needed to move my father from his home in California to Washington State. My husband and I looked at several assistant living...
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.
At Avista Sumner, our caring and devoted staff work to make each resident feel like family. We are located in beautiful Sumner, Washington, just a short light rail ride south of Seattle. We are very close to downtown Sumner and about four miles west of Lake Tapps.Sumner is a wonderful place to...
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When my mom started they had a gardening club and a choir offered, but the person running them was let go. Mom tried to get someone to help her with the exercise bike but the girl had no clue. Recently, I...
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.
Bonaventure of Woodland is a luxury senior living community in Lacey, WA, offering personalized independent living, assisted living, and memory care programs. It’s our goal to help each of our guests experience retirement perfected, which is why we’ve carefully built communities to help you feel...
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My mom has been there 2 months now, she likes her room, has settled in very nicely Staff are very friendly, helpful Lots of activities for the residents and their families also. They celebrate the holidays ...
Provides: Memory Care
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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 From the Industry LeaderMemory care shouldn’t mean giving up on a life lived well. We’ve put more than 25 years of industry leading experience into developing a program that provides stability and comfort to those living with Alzheimer’s or other dementia. We are a compassionate memory care...
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What we like the most about Bridgeport Place is that the community is clean. Staff is responsive. Food is sub par. Portions are small. Not enough choices. Service staff has no customer service
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.
We’re asked to wear a lot of hats in life like loving husband, model employee, and supportive parent, but one of the most challenging roles to fill is caregiver. Caregivers are often forced to walk fine lines, lines like being available to keep an eye on their dad in case he takes another fall,...
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Photo of Mirror Lake Village Senior Living Community
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Mirror lake staff was friendly, helpful, and ready to answer any questions. Very nice people. At the facility she's at now, it seems there's always something going on. At mirror lake, just seems quiet all...
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.
Mirror Lake Village Senior Living Community is a retirement, assisted living and memory care community located on 3 acres in the heart of a quiet residential neighborhood in Federal Way, Washington. The community is close to shopping, major freeways and situated between Metro Tacoma and Seattle....
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Photo of Gig Harbor at Green Lake Senior Living Memory Care
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Someday it did smell like urine when you walked in the door very rare, though.. I did feel like they could have spent more attention with them. Activity director was awesome. It's just staff did not follow...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Olympic Alzheimer’s Residence was completed in 1994 and is a community designed to care for those suffering from memory loss, Alzheimer’s Disease, and related dementias. Residents feel safe and comfortable – nestled in a structure styled after a mountain lodge, with stone fireplaces and broad...
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The location is close to at least 2 family members. Medical staff and dining staff seem especially helpful and communicate with dad really well.
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.
Prestige Senior Living Auburn Meadows (AZ) Auburn, WA Prestige Senior Living Auburn Meadows is a highly rated community in Auburn WA which offers both assisted living and memory care. Auburn is ideally situated for those wishing to enjoy the beauty of the Cascade foothills, views of Mt. Rainier...
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The staff has changed since our loved one has been at Living Court Assisted Living Community, but overall the quality of care is good when I am able to visit and the food that is served is great
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.
White River Assisted Living has 54 studio and one bedroom apartments. Living Court is located adjacent to a skilled nursing facility and approximately one block from the local hospital. It is near the heart of the city with shopping, medical clinics and the senior center nearby.
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I would recommend this place to others. It is a great environment. Calm, calm, collect and everybody is just wonderful here. It feels like a real home and a real family. I am very happy here. Everyone is...
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.
Prestige Senior Living Rosemont (AR) Yelm, WA Prestige Senior Living Rosemont offers senior independent and assisted living in the small town of Yelm, WA. Yelm retains its small town charm yet is within a reasonable commute distance of both Olympia and Tacoma for medical appointments or...
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It's a smaller facility providing staff & resident more of a closer working relationship and setting. What set KM apart is that when you visit below the name tags of staff have number of years worked there....
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 Kings Manor Senior Living Community, a beautiful non-profit home for assisted living services. We are proud of our distinguished history of providing quality care to seniors in the scenic South Sound area.Our goal at King's Manor is to meet each resident's individual needs while...
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We moved my Mom from in July from Brookdale in Olympia. It was the best decision we could have made for my Mom. The facility is smaller. The caregivers are wonderful. The food is wonderful. Mom gets much...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Welcome to our newly remodeled 20 bed facility. This facility is under new owners and management. Management and staff are highly trained in dementia care as well as elder care. The staff here have years of experience and have worked together for years. The rooms at the facility do not have...
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I am currently a resident at Olympics West Senior Living and my experience has been very good so far. The friendliness and staff are great. The cleanliness, care services and food are good. Overall, I would...
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.
Olympic West Retirement Inn is an inviting, home-like community located in Tumwater, WA — not far from the state capitol of Olympia. We offer a full range of choices in our Homestead, Independent, and Assisted Living apartments. At Olympics West, you will find a wide range of amenities, including...
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My dad moved in a few months ago. The price was good compared to other memory care communities. The facility is laid out nicely and rooms are big. Semi private rooms are especially nice because even though...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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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.
Why settle for ordinary when you can have extraordinary? Escape to The Meridian at Stone Creek and discover luxurious senior living in Milton, Washington.Journey beyond the predictable and uninspiring. Visit The Meridian at Stone Creek and truly appreciate all the possibilities that await right...
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I loved the extra touches of a home like setting, the different colored doors and quietness of the memory care and the staff are all genuinely kind friendly people. They could improve on meal time- takes a...
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.
Bonaventure Puyallup is a beautiful place to live.with stunning apartments, amazing care and medical staff, and a magical resident culture, this is truly a wonderful place to live.we have Independent Suites, Assisted Living Suites and private Memory Care suites. We can take someone on their...
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The staff is very friendly administration is helpful. They have frequent turnover of their staff but no issues with that. When there are concerns they typically address it quickly. Hope this helps.
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.
Exceptional Senior Living?Building a great senior life requires a great backdrop. At our vibrant, welcoming community, you’ll find exceptional assisted living care in an environment with maximum home-sweet-home factor. That means fewer worries, more options for interesting things to do, and a...
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The people I met were very pleasant and attentive. The only thing is she had a black pants and hoodie and it came up missing, her name was on the tag, I was told not to bring any nice outfits by others....
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Deer Ridge Memory Care opened on July 6th, 2021! We are part of a family owned and operated company called Koelsch Communities which has been caring for families across the country since 1958. Our Executive Director, William Martin has been a nurse in Memory Care for over 30 years and has a true...
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My loved one is a resident at Gencare Lifestyle Tacoma and things have been very good so far. The cleanliness and friendliness are great! The food and activities are also 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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I chose this community because is was for my husband and his sister already lived there as well. I liked the cleanliness and friendliness. I liked the way the staff cared for the residents. The rooms...
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.
If you're looking for a caring place to call home in Thurston County, look no further than Easthaven Villa. Located just a block off of Highway 510 on quiet Cullens Road in Yelm, WA, this comfortable community has just the services you need. Our loving caregivers can help whether you need just a...
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Patriots Landing is a great place to live. The building is bright and clean and the staff friendly and helpful. There are lots of activities if you want to keep busy and a library or your own apartment if...
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.
Outside the main entrance to Patriots Landing Retirement Community near Puget Sound, WA, fly the flags of the U.S. Army, the Air Force, The U.S. Navy, and the Marine Corps. In a nod to those who have served our county, Patriots Landing was initially designed exclusively for retired and former...
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Cost of memory care in Carlson, WA

The average cost of senior living in Carlson is $5,010 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Puyallup, WA with an average of $4,926 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Carlson, WA vs. nearby cities

Carlson, WA
$5,010/mo
$4,957/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Carlson, WA vs. the state and national average

Carlson, WA
$5,010/mo
U.S. national average
$4,900/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Carlson vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$5,010/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Carlson, WA by room type

Semi-Private
$5,929/mo
Studio
$5,037/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,172/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,191/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,302/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Carlson over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Carlson

Recent reviews for memory care in Carlson

Brookdale Olympia East

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

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.

The Lodge at Mallard's Landing in Gig Harbor, WA

4.5
We had both parents in Memory Care at Mallards Landing most of their time was during COVID. We were very appreciative of the care they received. All protocols and protection were used during lockdown. Out of lockdown we were confident they were being cared for and received genuine caring ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Compassionate and attentive staff. Several reviews highlight the kindness and care provided by staff at various communities, including at Aegis of Kent and Fieldstone Memory Care Puyallup, where staff members go above and beyond to ensure residents feel at home and well-cared for. Families have expressed appreciation for the ...
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Thoughtful communication with families. Clear and consistent communication between staff and families is a key feature mentioned in numerous reviews, with families praising the approachable nature of staff at Meridian at Stone Creek, Brookdale Harbor Bay, and Fieldstone Memory Care Puyallup, who keep them informed about their lo ...
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Engaging activities tailored to residents. Residents enjoy a wide range of activities at different communities, from movie nights and games to gardening and outings. Families at Brookdale Harbor Bay, Meridian at Stone Creek, and Fieldstone Memory Care Puyallup have noted the positive impact these activities have on their loved ones ...
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High-quality meals and dining experiences. Residents appreciate the quality and variety of meals offered at their communities, such as Fieldstone Memory Care Puyallup, where the chef accommodates dietary restrictions and preferences, and Brookdale Harbor Bay, which has a chef who creates delicious and nutritious meals for all residen ...
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Clean and well-maintained facilities. Reviews consistently emphasize the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, with residents and families at Meridian at Stone Creek, Brookdale Harbor Bay, and Fieldstone Memory Care Puyallup mentioning the pristine bathrooms, renovated common areas, and well-maintained outdoor spaces.
Supportive and accommodating environment. Many families have spoken about the understanding and accommodating nature of staff at various communities, including Meridian at Stone Creek, Brookdale Harbor Bay, and Fieldstone Memory Care Puyallup, who make every effort to meet the unique needs of their loved ones, even as their condit ...
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Carlson review score based on 518 family reviews

8.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 518 reviews of 101 Carlson memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Carlson review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care 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

Carlson review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Carlson, WA101 facilities
8.3
Morton, WA76 facilities
7.9
Eatonville, WA10 facilities

Review subcategories for Carlson memory care

When memory care 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 518 reviews of 101 Carlson memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Carlson resident and family memory care 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.
Carlson, WA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.4
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.0
Value for cost*
4.0
4.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Carlson memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Carlson memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Carlson, 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 Carlson memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Carlson that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Carlson, WANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
76.2%
65.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
31.7%
48.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.1%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98%
98.9%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
74.3%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
31.7%
28.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95%
89.6%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
54.5%
61.4%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
79.2%
72.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Carlson memory care

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 Carlson Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Carlson, WANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
73.3%
74.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
49.5%
46.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
49.5%
70.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
22.8%
26.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Carlson memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Carlson partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Carlson, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
38.6%
28%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
66.3%
45%
No sugar
No sugar
60.4%
42%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
68.3%
50.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
29.7%
19.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Carlson memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Carlson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Carlson, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
51.5%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.4%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
57.4%
37.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
42.6%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Carlson memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Carlson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Carlson, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
70.3%
46%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.6%
33.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
47.5%
28.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
75.2%
54.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
70.3%
52%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
77.2%
61.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60.4%
40%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
57.4%
35.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
61.4%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
68.3%
47.8%
Live performances
Live performances
69.3%
48%
Dances
Dances
50.5%
32%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.7%
22.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
67.3%
46.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Merrill Gardens at Wright Park, Cogir of Kent and Cedar Ridge by Bonaventure are the top-rated memory care facilities near Carlson, Washington. See full list of communities.

There are 107 memory care facilities near Carlson, Washington. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Carlson, Washington are Merrill Gardens at Wright Park, Cogir of Kent and Brookdale Harbor Bay. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 107 memory care facilities near you in Carlson, Washington typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Carlson, Washington, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.

Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Carlson, Washington, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.

The cost of memory care facilities in Carlson, Washington ranges from $767 to $11135. The average Memory Care cost in Carlson, Washington is $5,010. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Carlson, Washington typically starts at $767. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.

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