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Assisted living costs in Island County average about $5,452 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 828 communities in Island County. Our detailed directory has 4093 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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I have rated the dining experience lower because that is what my sister reports. That may or may not be true. This is a residential care home but it is also serving as a memory care residence for the...
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.
Is your loved one in need of more care than you can provide at home? Happy Family has three private, fully-licensed adult family homes in the Seattle area. We specialize in assisted living services for the elderly and individuals living with Alzheimer's, dementia and medical/mental health...
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The location of the facility is wonderful. It is also beautiful. The staff have been great They cook us each meals that we like.
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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My husband and I have lived here for 5 years. We began in Assisted living for three years. We had some health changes and needed more care so we moved to the nursing home part where we have lived for the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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The staff is always available to help out and answer questions. They stay on top of medical issues. Staff is eager to help and always lots of smiles. They know their residents and are extremely accomodating.
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.
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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.
Harbor Tower Village, adjacent to the historic Neil Tower Landmark in Oak Harbor, truly allows you to relax and enjoy retirement amidst a thoughtful, caring community only minutes from nearby shopping, medical facilities and churches. By using a simple yet comprehensive fee schedule, our...
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This is a nice community. The staff is nice and caring. The care that is offered to my mom is wonderful and she had adjusted well. The community is clean and we were happy with the meal that was offered to...
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.
San Juan Villa San Juan Villa, in Port Townsend, Jefferson County, Washington, is a small assisted living community that focuses on memory care services designed for people with memory loss, dementia, and Alzheimer's disease. The community sits in a small town filled with historic places, making...
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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.
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.
Selah Family HomeSelah Family Home is located in Arlington, WA in Snohomish County. Our residential care home provides you with the support that you are seeking in an area that is historical. Those who spend time in Arlington enjoy checking out the attractions that it offers including Outback...
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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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Photo of The Cottages at Marysville
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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.
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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.
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.
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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.
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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: 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.
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.
WELCOME TO EMERALD COTTAGE AFH, LLC.  WE FOCUS ON PROVIDING INDIVIDUALIZED AND QUALITY CARE TO MEET THE UNIQUE NEEDS OF EACH RESIDENT.  EMERALD COTTAGE OFFERS THEM THE ABILITY TO LIVE A DIGNIFIED AND ACTIVE LIFESTYLE WHILE IN A VERY HOME-LIKE SETTING.  WE DELIVER CARE IN A...
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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.
The Harbour Pointe Adult Family Home is an assisted living and senior community located at 10200 Harbour Place in Mukilteo, Washington. We are located near several hospitals including Stevens Hospital, which is 7 miles away and scored an 83 out of 100 on it's most recent medicare review. The...
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My mom lived at Amy’s Adult Family Care for about two years. She was welcomed like part of a family and received loving care from [name removed] and the other care givers. As her needs changed, they adapted...
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.
There comes a time in life when a parent or lo longer properly take care of themselves. Fortunately, Amy's Adult Care Home is there to help people in their time of need. Amy's Adult Care is located in Everett, Washington and offers a caring and loving alternative to placing a loved one in a...
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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.
Devine Care Home is an assisted and elderly living community located in Mukilteo, Washington. It is a private residential home with approx 3,000 sq ft of living space and with a sun room.This is a very spacious, clean and a safe and secure environment. It has a monitored smoke/fire and security...
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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.
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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.
In Everett, WA you'll find New Horizon Adult Family Home, a place that is dedicated to providing the best care for senior citizens who are in need of extra care and attention for living. Everett is a quiet suburb just north of Seattle that is a quiet place to live and nearby New Horizon are...
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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.

Cost of assisted living in Island County, WA

The average cost of senior living in Island County is $5,452 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Whidbey Island Station, WA with an average of $5,021 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Island County, WA vs. nearby counties

Island County, WA
$5,452/mo

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

Island County, WA
$5,452/mo
U.S. national average
$4,684/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Island County vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$5,452/mo
$5,431/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Island County, WA by room type

Semi-Private
$6,120/mo
Private
$8,226/mo
Studio
$5,555/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,643/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,429/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,989/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Island County over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Island County, WA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Island County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Island County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Island County

Aegis of Greenwood in Seattle, WA

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The staff in the memory care unit was as caring as any staff could be,. They took my dad on trips as long as he was able. But don't think that you can leave all the care of your loved one up to any staff. Visit your loved one often. Also all memory care places are more than willing to let you ...
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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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Island County review score based on 849 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 849 reviews of 653 Island County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Island County 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

Island County review score compared against nearby cities

8.0
Island County, WA653 facilities
7.9
Coupeville, WA11 facilities
8.6
Kayak Point, WA18 facilities

Review subcategories for Island County 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 849 reviews of 653 Island County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Island County 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.
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Cleanliness
4.5
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Friendliness
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Care services
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4.2
Staff
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4.5
Meals & dining
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Activities
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Island County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Island County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Island County, 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 Island County 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 Island County 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
77.6%
53.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
49.5%
34.3%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
81.3%
98.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.2%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
78.1%
57.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
22.7%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.2%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
62.2%
48.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
75.7%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Island County 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 Island County 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
77.9%
52.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
33.5%
33.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
63.7%
41.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Island County 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 Island County 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
18.7%
27.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
47.9%
41.5%
No sugar
No sugar
45.5%
38.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
73.4%
36.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
26.5%
16.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Island County 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 Island County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
32%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.2%
43.1%
Room service
Room service
39.8%
37.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Island County 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 Island County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
33.8%
47.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.7%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
31%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50.7%
50.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.9%
50.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.2%
53.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30.2%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31.2%
35.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
26.6%
38.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39.7%
47.6%
Live performances
Live performances
37.7%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
26.6%
30.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.2%
25.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Island County

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 Island County protect seniors.

Learn about Washington Assisted Living regulations

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Garden of Eden Adult Family Home, Comfort Zone Adult Family Home and Elderly Home Care are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Island County, Washington. See full list of communities.

There are 828 assisted living facilities near Island County, Washington. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Island County, Washington are Cogir of Edmonds, Brookdale West Seattle and Cogir of Mill Creek. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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