Assisted Living Communities in Bellevue, Washington
Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Bellevue, WA below include 377 Assisted Living facilities with 1783 reviews. On average in Bellevue, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.4 out of 5 stars.
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"My mom is at South Pointe. They're taking good care of her there. I would recommend this community to others. Overall, they're very personable. They have large rooms, and they're just all-around good people.
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"I went to Village Green Retirement Campus. I like the size of the facility and how the continuing care kind of things were arranged, and it looked very much like a neighborhood setting, which was wonderful. I like the variety of the living spaces, th..."
"We toured Kenmore Senior Living. It was a very nice lunch. The food was very good. We also had nice cookies and they sent us home with cookies. The facility, everything was lovely. It was clean. It was neat. It was attractive. They had rooms set up f..."
"It was wonderful, and I will rate everything in there a five. I haven't tried the food, but I looked at what was being served and things; it's more homestyle. It was nice, like something that you would have at home. They did offer a couple of differe..."
"My father-in-law has moved into Ashley Pointe Senior Living. What I like the best about it is they're a very friendly community. The room is updated and has high ceilings. It is bright and it has a really good shower. I had food there once, and it wa..."
"My mom is in Madison House's assisted living. I like their focus on activities, the range of their care, and the friendliness of the staff and the medical support. My experience with their staff has been great. They know quickly who you are and they ..."
"My dad was a past resident of Ballard Landmark. It's excellent. It's like being on a cruise ship. It's very very clean. The restaurant was my dad's favorite because he could get 2 to 3 meals a day. And they had a menu. It wasn't just a set menu. He c..."
"We moved into Northgate Plaza. They're very friendly here and they're trying to accommodate us right now with transportation for medical treatment. We just like it here. It's clean and the food is good. Everyone here seems to be happy, too. They have..."
"I toured Brookdale Foundation House. I liked the fact that they included meals and transportation in the service. My concern is there isn't enough space. I'm trying to downsize from a house to a one- or two-bedroom apartment, and it's not enough spac..."
"I toured Pacifica Senior Living Lynnwood. This community was small. They're like cottages with about 10 apartments. Like there's a main living area with 10 rooms on the outside, so you had your individual room. This is good for someone who is more ph..."
"I toured Normandy Park Senior Living. They were very helpful. They showed us around. Everything was fine. It was clean. They have a fitness center, a movie room, and a dining room. The staff were very helpful and very friendly...."
"Brookdale West Seattle was a terrific facility. It was almost brand new. They had great staff. They had lots of open spaces and 2 outdoor gathering places that were really nice. They had wonderful activities going on. The residents were very, very fr..."
"My mother is in Brookdale Arbor Place. It's been great. Since she's been there, she's gotten a lot better. She was basically living by herself and not getting any visitors hardly at all, so she's becoming a recluse. Since she's moved into Brookdale, ..."
"The staff was very knowledgeable at Daystar. They invited me to dinner, and it was really good. It was very clean, very bright, and very efficient. They had washers and dryers in the rooms. They were very nice and affordable.
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"We went to look at Overlake Terrace. We liked being able to see the rooms. We liked being able to have the option to have a meal there, which we didn't have time to do. We liked seeing all the different amenities that they have, and appreciated all t..."
"I toured Edmonds Landing and it definitely was a very old building, and much smaller. The staff was wonderful, the one who did the tour, and they made sure we were introduced to people. The rooms were pretty small. They were like in the low 300 squar..."
"I toured El Dorado West. The people were nice. The place was clean. I visited once before, and they had a fitness area, a television room, a movie room, and a gathering room. The staff was very nice. They have a gym, too...."
"I toured Prestige Senior Living Auburn Meadows. Everyone was very friendly. They asked me good questions. It was close to my home which is a plus. They did show me two different rooms. They looked nice and adequate, and they had a nice dining room. T..."
"Ascent Adult Family Home LLC was clean. They had a locked closet that you had to have a code to get into for the medications. The lady showed me around and she was just very nice and friendly. They were going to be getting the room ready (it wasn't r..."
"Brookdale Monroe was excellent. I like how the director answered all my questions and how I got to meet the residents as well. I saw my mom interacting with all the residents and how they interacted with her. They were very professional. I felt very ..."
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Bellevue, WA and Nearby Cities
The 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey projects assisted living fees in Bellevue at around $7,650 per month. Local rates exceed the national median by $2,300 and the state norm by roughly $1,500. Care costs in Bellevue also surpass Olympia’s median rate of $5,050, but in Walla Walla, monthly fees trend considerably higher at around $9,705.
Bellevue
$7,650
Washington
$6,138
United States
$5,350
Bremerton
$8,440
Olympia
$5,050
Walla Walla
$9,705
Mount Vernon
$6,391
Paying for Assisted Living in Bellevue, WA
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Bellevue
There are Medicaid programs offered by the state of Washington to pay for the cost of ALF services in Puyallup. Eligible seniors may qualify for the Community First Choice (CFC) State Plan or one of the Home and Community-Based Service 1915(c) waivers which are the Community Options Program Entry System (COPES), New Freedom and Residential Support waivers.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Living in Bellevue, WA
Bellevue’s assisted living communities charge around $7,650 per month for care. While this surpasses the cost of in-home care by over $2,100, it offers substantial savings over options that include skilled nursing. For example, home health care agencies charge higher rates of around $8,389, and nursing home residents pay approximately $12,167.
In-Home Care
$5,529
Home Health Care
$8,389
Adult Day Health Care
$7,042
Assisted Living Facility
$7,650
Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)
$12,167
Note:Since data for Bellevue is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Seattle, instead.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Bellevue
Several charities and government organizations run free assistance programs for Bellevue’s seniors. Older adults can use these resources to help plan and finance their long-term care.
As the Area Agency on Aging for Seattle and King County, this organization offers social services and education to seniors. In addition to running several senior centers throughout the area, this agency offers evidence-based health promotion programs that promote physical wellness. This body runs anti-elder abuse programs such as the Long-Term Care Ombudsman, which advocates for the welfare of care home residents. Through the Community Living Connections initiative, seniors can get health insurance counseling and long-term care referrals.
This non-profit legal aid organization offers help to low-income adults and seniors with civil issues. These can include financial issues such as predatory lending, tax matters or fraud. Experts can also help seniors gain access to health insurance, benefits and assistance programs to which they have been denied. A variety of free self-help resources are also available.
Here, veterans can get help learning about and applying for state and federal financial aid programs. This assistance can be used to cover the costs of housing and health care. Assistance is available with the creation of wills and end-of-life plans. Finally, case management services help veterans plan their long-term care.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Bellevue
Bellevue-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Washington are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Washington page for more information about these laws.
The crime rate, which is used as an indicator of how safe a particular area is, in Bellevue is 492, which is above the national average of 323.
There is heavy traffic congestion with a below average crash rate of 2.
At $2,240, the average cost of housing in Bellevue is above the nationwide average of $1,442
Bellevue offers a poor job market for older adults. There are typically less than 1 job available per worker and the rate of income inequality in the area is 0.47.
In Bellevue, 50.1% of public transportation stations and vehicles are ADA-accessible. Which is below the national average of 78.28%. On average, there are 31 local transit vehicles per hour. This is more than the national average of 8.
Patient satisfaction, which is a key indicator of the quality of health care in an area, averages 76.5% in Bellevue – this is higher the national average patient satisfaction. Additionally, there are 70 primary care physicians for every 100,000 people, which is less the national average of 82.
According to Caring.com’s 2022 Senior Living Report which graded 300 cities using 46 metrics across 5 categories, Bellevue ranked in the middle of the pack. It’s overall rank was 149th, and it scored the best in Health Care, while it’s lowest score was for Affordability.
In Bellevue, the number of parks is more than the national average. Additionally, the number of cultural, arts, and entertainment options is above the average.
Reviews of Communities Nearby
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Review of Patriots Glen Assisted Living & Memory Care
My tour of Patriots Glen Assisted Living & Memory Care was excellent. That was my preferred place, but we chose another place that was more convenient for the family. Nevertheless, they're...
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
Review of The Gardens at Town Square
In March 2024, our Dad passed away, rather suddenly, in our parent’s home in Bellevue. Our Mom expressed a desire to move out rapidly, and we discussed the option of a premier senior living...
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
Review of The Gardens at Town Square
After thoroughly researching several senior care facilities in downtown Bellevue, we found that The Gardens was the perfect choice for my father. His one bedroom apartment is beautifully updated...
Provider response
We thank you, Tina, for recommending The Gardens at Town Square so highly! A detailed recommendation like this means a lot to us. If you or your father ever need anything, please reach out.