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The cost of independent living in Upper Fairfax is about $4,178 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 292 options. Read 4063 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Photo of Madison House
1010 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.9
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Our family very much appreciated Madison House while Grandma was living there. The caregivers took amazing care of her. Always respectfully and with kindness. I slept well knowing she was looked after and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Independent Living Independent living at Madison House provides all the benefits of being at home without the burden of household chores; cooking, cleaning and maintenance. This is a lifestyle that facilitates independence as you age and give you the freedom to pursue your own interests without...
Photo of Bonaventure of Lacey Senior Living
1818 Photos available
1414 Floor plans available
8.8
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59 reviews
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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.
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, Assisted Living & Memory Care Community Life is...
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1111 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.6
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54 reviews
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The residents are active, out and about, doing things. Not like a lot of other places we saw where the halls were ghost towns. Food is excellent. Everyone is so friendly and we would absolutely recommend The...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Come enjoy the good life at The Lodge at Mallard's Landing!Our senior living lifestyle offerings provide you with the level of care you may need to live the life you love. Nestled in the greenery of the Pacific Northwest, our customized on-site services and impressive amenities truly set The...
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44 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.6
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13 reviews
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Specific to Memory Care they embrace the complexity of Resident and caretaking family. Residents in Memory Care are no longer managing their lives, Bonaventure understands the difficulties caretaking family...
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.
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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Seems like there's been some front desk turn-over, not sure why. The food is ok, but on my tour it was described as "farm-to-table" and it is more like almost average diner food. The hallways, particulary...
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.
The Lodge at Eagle Ridge is an assisted living community located just outside of Seattle in Renton, Washington. This residential district is conveniently only about 10 miles from the Seattle Tacoma International Airport, making it incredibly easy for family to visit from anywhere in the world....
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2020 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
8.6
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35 reviews
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Such kind, thoughtful and nurturing care for both residents and their families. We were made to feel welcome and at home the minute we walked in the door. Every member of the staff was extremely flexible,...
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.
Merrill Gardens is an all-inclusive community. Choose from a studio, one-, or two-bedroom private apartment home. Enjoy concierge services, daily scheduled transportation, 24-hour staffing and weekly housekeeping.Our Anytime Dining program keeps up with our residents schedule with fresh,...
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Photo of Woodland Retirement and Assisted Living Community
77 Photos available
1313 Floor plans available
8.6
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We chose Woodland Retirement because of the cleanliness, personnel, and value for the money. They are always changing the personnel. Don't get me wrong, the ongoing personnel is good but it seems whenever I...
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.
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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11 Video available
2222 Photos available
1515 Floor plans available
8.6
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12 reviews
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Great staff and very responsive to requests. They did a tenant survey and have been trying to address any issues. Overall a nice place.
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.
Blaze Your Own Retirement at The Bellettini Retirement Community. With so many choices in dining, health and wellness, travel, social, and philanthropic opportunities, you will make yourself dizzy as you discover all the ways you can enjoy life. Live simply or scale up services as you wish. Work...
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11 Video available
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66 Floor plans available
8.6
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We are so thankful for the care our mom received at Overlake Terrace. The facilities are beautiful and well maintained. The staff is top notch and very attentive. We would recommend OT to anyone looking for...
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.
Nestled amongst the tall evergreens of Redmond, Overlake Terrace takes advantage of its suburban surroundings. Our accessible yet scenic location makes our community a wonderful place to call home. Overlake Terrace is dedicated to the belief that mature adults deserve to live in a caring...
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Photo of Aegis Lodge
1313 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.6
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13 reviews
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Have been here a little over 5 years. Yummy food, comfortable rooms and beautiful landscaping. A truly wonderful Assisted Living facility, with caring employees and a great General Manager, [name removed].
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.
Aegis Lodge, Kirkland At Aegis Lodge in Kirkland, our residents enjoy the best of all: a wonderful well-trained caring staff and an atmosphere difficult to find elsewhere, surrounded by nature, walking paths and five-star dining but yet close to Evergreen Hospital and Seattle's eastside doctors....
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Photo of Stafford Suites Sumner
1616 Photos available
8.5
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16 reviews
8.5
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16 reviews
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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
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.
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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8.5
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39 reviews
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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
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.
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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Photo of Bridgeport Place
1616 Photos available
8.5
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22 reviews
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22 reviews
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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
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.
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 Aegis Living Issaquah
99 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
8.5
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It's really well run and safe. The food is nutritious. Residents are kept busy with activities like arts and crafts, bingo, bus trips and lots of live music performances. It is also all on one level. Not...
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.
Welcome to Aegis Living IssaquahOur scenic community sits on 10 acres of landscape forest, and is unique for its serenity and wildlife filled surroundings. We are a one level community without the hassle of different floors or use of elevators. Aegis of Issaquah has a different structure than...
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Photo of Patriots Glen Assisted Living and Memory Care
11 Video available
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8.5
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Intake was a little disorganized regarding paper work, but overall all staff very friendly and helpful. The couple of times I was there during mealtime, food seemed ok. They did a good job keeping track of...
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.
Patriot's Glen, located in the Lake Hills neighborhood in south east Bellevue, is a comfortable, home-like community which offers creative and engaging life enrichment opportunities while providing exceptional care and support for each of our residents. Residents can choose from a variety of...
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Photo of Aegis on Madison
2020 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.5
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Staff are extremely friendly. The shared spaces such as the library, theater, and entrance are inviting and beautifully maintained. We enjoy the terrace too!
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 Aegis on Madison property includes some unique features that rival some of the nicest hotels and condominiums in Seattle. Every feature has been carefully designed with the safety and joy of our residents in mind. This is your home, but you may feel like every day you are on vacation. On Top...
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Photo of Aegis of Redmond
1515 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
8.5
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Staff are very friendly and do their best to engage the resident, although not always successful due to nature of their diseases. They are taking really good care of her diabetes.
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.
Aegis of Redmond creates 'home' amidst a bed and breakfast setting where your loved one can live, laugh, and enjoy life while watching the waters of the slough drift by. Life begins again at Aegis of Redmond. Nestled along the Sammamish River and Burk-Gilman Trail, Aegis of Redmond is a senior...
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Photo of Aegis Living Ballard
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8.5
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When it comes to the activities, they neeed excursions from the facility like to plays, museums, etc. The food was pretty good as well, considering they have to cater to a wide variety of tastes. It is one...
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.
Aegis Living redefines senior living with our new community in the hub of Ballard. Our warm and welcoming community will reflect the cozysmall-town feel of this unique neighborhood and seamlessly blend with a distinctly Northwest style and a nod to its Nordic heritage. Aegis Living Ballard will...
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Great facilities with an incredibly warm and helpful staff. My mom had just lost her husband of 70 years and moving into Aegis of Kirkland has helped her adapt to her new situation, create new friends 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.
Charming and intimate describes Aegis of Kirkland, where we specialize in assisted living and dementia care. With fresh baked bread every day, a welcoming secured courtyard for relaxing strolls, and a private dining room to host friends and family, this is home as it was meant to be. Aegis of...
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My mother in law is in The Lodge which is their memory care facility. The last year the facility had difficulties finding long term directors. They now have a director and assistant director, as well as...
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.
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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1414 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.5
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Move in date was [date removed]. The staff was excellent in assisting in where ever it was needed regarding the move. They are professional and always helpful! It is always clean! The rooms are very nice and...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Bridge Park provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.Situated on charmingly landscaped grounds in a peaceful corner of southwestern Seattle, you'll love the coziness of our community while enjoying the convenience of the nearby city. We're just minutes from...
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Photo of Emerald City Senior Living
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8.5
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Most staff are friendly. Due to staffing shortages some are abrupt. Staffing shortages and language barriers lead to some difficulties. Meals were adequate in calories but lacking in taste and variety. The...
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.
Welcome to Emerald City Senior Living, one of the most beautiful and historic buildings in the Queen Anne neighborhood. You’ll find Emerald City located in the upscale upper Queen Anne neighborhood 1 block from Queen Anne Drive with convenient shopping and dining.ASSISTED LIVINGHere at Emerald...
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1414 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.4
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48 reviews
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Love living in my own private cottage. Love the park-like setting with all the wildlife. Food is mediocre, but that's good for my figure. Manager is an excellent trained listener, but rarely follows...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Discover the beauty of the Pacific Northwest at Solstice Senior Living at Point Defiance, nestled in cozy and culture-filled Tacoma, Washington, where our residents enjoy easy access to adventure, entertainment and the beautiful outdoors. Our community is situated on 28 acres of lush land,...
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33 Floor plans available
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General comments: staff is personable and usually does a well either the clients. Personal staff communicates well. Some Office staff very hard to get ahold of if you need something or have a question. You...
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.
An Independent and Assisted living community dedicated to promoting each resident's independence, rights, choices and individuality. We believe in providing our residents with the highest quality of life. Supporting each area of their life with assistance as they request and allowing them their...
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11 Video available
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We recently found Island House Assisted Living on Mercer Island for a family member. [name removed] the representative who helped us went beyond herself proving us with professional and informative care. So...
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.
A new way of life awaits you at Island House Assisted Living. Located near I-90 in the heart of Town Center, our senior living community in Mercer Island, WA raises the bar. With easy access to Seattle and Bellevue, our upscale community offers close proximity to urban delights and serves as a...
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Cost of independent living in Upper Fairfax, WA

The average cost of senior living in Upper Fairfax is $4,178 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Buckley, WA with an average of $3,504 per month.

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

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

Upper Fairfax, WA
$4,178/mo
U.S. national average
$4,124/mo

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

$4,856/mo
Independent Living
$4,178/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,230/mo
Studio
$4,590/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,310/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,010/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,058/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Upper Fairfax over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Upper Fairfax

Recent reviews for independent living in Upper Fairfax

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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Spring Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care in Tacoma, WA

4.0
We are very happy with Spring Ridge. Our Mom is in the memory care facility and she has settled in well! The facility is very nice, clean and the residents are well taken care of.

Affinity at Puyallup

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

Upper Fairfax independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Upper Fairfax independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Upper Fairfax, 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 Upper Fairfax 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 Upper Fairfax partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Upper Fairfax, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.5%
21.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50.9%
35.3%
No sugar
No sugar
44.9%
31.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
52.8%
34.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19.1%
10.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Upper Fairfax 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 Upper Fairfax communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Upper Fairfax, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50.2%
37.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
54.3%
44.5%
Room service
Room service
49.4%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
36%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Upper Fairfax 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 Upper Fairfax offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Upper Fairfax, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
56.2%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.8%
29%
Community service programs
Community service programs
44.2%
33.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55.1%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
59.9%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
70.4%
55.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
53.2%
43.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
53.9%
39%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
52.8%
42.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
58.8%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
56.9%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
44.6%
33.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
44.9%
40.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
56.6%
47.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Merrill Gardens at Wright Park, Revel Issaquah and Brookdale West Seattle are the top-rated independent living facilities near Upper Fairfax, Washington. See full list of communities.

There are 292 independent living facilities near Upper Fairfax, Washington. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Upper Fairfax, Washington are Merrill Gardens at Wright Park, Brookdale West Seattle and Pacific Regent Bellevue by Cogir. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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