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Assisted living costs in Federal Way average about $5,197 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 251 communities in Federal Way. Our detailed directory has 1320 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Golden Angel AFH, LLC is a uniquely designed residential care home that is located in Kent, WA in King County. The beautiful Lake Meridian borders our energetic community. We are close to the ShoWare Center. Kent is a peaceful and stunning city to visit and/or reside in. At Golden Angel AFH, LLC,...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Photo of Valley Elderly Care AFH
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Brooklyn Manor AFH is a senior care home located in Kent, WA within King County. Kent is located in the center of the Seattle Tacoma region with 19 miles separating it from each larger city. This town was an agricultural area, but now has quite a few companies within its limits. It is still a...
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They seem very caring and compassionate. The food is excellent. They have a very nice courtyard, with vegetables and flowers. They eat out of that garden and that’s one of the reasons that I chose this...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Evergreen Home Service is a senior care home located in the active community of Kent, Washington in King County. As a bedroom community in the great Seattle-Tacoma metropolitan area, the city of Kent is just 20 miles south of downtown Seattle. With a population of 128,000, the city of Kent has...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Hello and welcome lovely Families, Our beautiful and cozy home is located in Kent, WA with experienced, caring and compassionate staff. it's also very close to Covington and lake meridian. we have a very safe, quiet and senior friendly neighborhood. And it's also very close to Hospitals. We...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Renaissance Court Adult Family Home is a state licensed home owned and operated by Licensed Nursing Home Administrators. We believe that being an elder in the community is priceless and a valuable resource to their family, loved ones and community. Our mission is to aide each elder that we care...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Affable CaringAffable Caring is a senior care home located in Kent, WA, which serves King County. Kent is in the center of the Seattle Tacoma region and is situated between the two larger cities. This area has a lot of business headquarters, but it is still peaceful and a great place to live. It...

Cost of assisted living in Federal Way, WA

The average cost of senior living in Federal Way is $5,197 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include University Place, WA with an average of $4,897 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Federal Way, WA vs. nearby cities

Federal Way, WA
$5,197/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Federal Way, WA vs. the state and national average

Federal Way, WA
$5,197/mo
U.S. national average
$4,685/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Federal Way vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$5,197/mo
$5,297/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Federal Way, WA by room type

Semi-Private
$5,573/mo
Private
$6,481/mo
Studio
$5,111/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,873/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,311/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,286/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Federal Way over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Federal Way, WA

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What families are saying about assisted living in Federal Way

Recent reviews for assisted living in Federal Way

Viktoria AFH in Bellevue, WA

4.5
My mother moved into Viktoria AFH about one month ago, and while she was completely resistant to doing so, she is content and happy. The staff treat her like she is gold, and make her feel loved and special. She loves them and especially the meals that they prepare from scratch every day. ...
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Ashley Gardens of Bremerton

4.2
Ashley Garden of Bremerton is going okay. My son has adjusted pretty well. I don't understand why he has to pay $25 a month for rubber gloves. It seems like a family plan because it's a smaller facility. Some staff are friendlier than others. I think the care is good. I took in a case of pop ...
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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.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Attentive and supportive staff. Residents and their families consistently praise the friendly and caring nature of the staff at various communities. For example, at Merrill Gardens at Tukwila, caregivers are known for their dedication to residents, going above and beyond to meet their needs. At Brookdale Foundation House, ...
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Thoughtfully designed community spaces. Reviews frequently mention the comfortable and well-designed communal areas in senior living communities, such as the cozy lounge spaces at Merrill Gardens at Auburn and the spacious dining rooms at Arbor Village. These areas provide opportunities for residents to socialize and engage with o ...
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High-quality, varied dining options. Many reviews highlight the importance of quality food in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At Brookdale Foundation House, the chef caters to individual preferences and dietary restrictions, ensuring that mealtimes are enjoyable experiences for all. At Meridian at Stone Cre ...
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Engaging and diverse activities. Residents find joy in the wide range of activities offered at various communities. For instance, at Arbor Village, weekly bingo games and crafting sessions keep residents active and engaged. At Meridian at Stone Creek, events like outdoor picnics and indoor holiday parties provide opportunit ...
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Clean and well-maintained living spaces. Reviews often praise the cleanliness and upkeep of both private rooms and shared areas in senior living communities, such as the well-lit and updated bathrooms at Meridian at Stone Creek and the immaculate common areas at Gencare Lifestyle of Federal Way.
Proactive and transparent communication. Families appreciate the open and frequent communication from community staff, allowing them to stay informed about their loved ones' care and well-being. For example, at Merrill Gardens at Auburn, the caregivers keep families updated with regular phone calls and email updates.
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Federal Way review score based on 315 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 315 reviews of 208 Federal Way assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Federal Way review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Federal Way review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Federal Way, WA208 facilities
8.5
Lakeland North, WA276 facilities
8.4
Lakeland South, WA239 facilities

Review subcategories for Federal Way assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 315 reviews of 208 Federal Way assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Federal Way resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Federal Way, WA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.4
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
3.8
4.1
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
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Federal Way assisted living services and amenities

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

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Federal Way that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
74.5%
53.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
52.9%
34.3%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
69.2%
98.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.2%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
74%
57.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
18.3%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
86.1%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
59.1%
48.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
73.6%
53.7%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Federal Way assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Federal Way Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
78.4%
52.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
26.4%
33.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
58.7%
41.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.8%
13.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Federal Way assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Federal Way partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17.3%
27.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
39.9%
41.5%
No sugar
No sugar
37.5%
38.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
65.9%
36.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
26%
16.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Federal Way assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Federal Way communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
15.4%
32%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.1%
43.1%
Room service
Room service
28.4%
37.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
26.4%
18.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Federal Way assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Federal Way offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Federal Way, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
26.9%
47.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
13%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20.7%
31%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.6%
50.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.9%
50.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.2%
53.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
18.8%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
21.6%
35.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20.2%
38.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30.8%
47.6%
Live performances
Live performances
25.5%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
22.6%
30.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.1%
25.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
27.4%
46.8%
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State regulations for assisted living in Federal Way

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Washington assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Federal Way protect seniors.

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Merrill Gardens at Wright Park, Brookdale West Seattle and Golden Age Senior Care LLC are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Federal Way, Washington. See full list of communities.

There are 251 assisted living facilities near Federal Way, Washington. See the full list.

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

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