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CARING STARS WINNER
6856 E. Portland Ave., Tacoma, WA 98404
4.5
(5 reviews)
I toured Spring Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care. It was a very clean facility and it was nice. It was very well managed. The residents seem to be very well cared for. The staff was very attentive. They had a library. They had a recreational roo...
$4,520
31200 23rd Avenue South, Federal Way, WA 98003
4.5
(28 reviews)
My husband moved to GenCare Federal Way. It had a nice feeling, and the staff was very nice. The layouts are very nice. Everyone looked happy. It was just a nice place. It's very well maintained. There's a dining area and another meeting area where t...
$3,200
1761 Pottery Avenue, Port Orchard, WA 98366
4.5
(7 reviews)
My mom moved into Stafford Suites of Port Orchard. I liked the feeling that I had there when I went there. It worked perfectly because it's right down the road for me. The staff is wonderful, and they keep you updated. My mother's room is a large stu...
$4,150
CARING STARS WINNER
1111 S 376th St, Milton, WA 98354
4.5
(66 reviews)
The rooms are great, they are great size perfect for my loved one. I toured today and I will probably be picking this community for my loved one. I love the feel of the building, all staff were friendly and happy. That means a lot to me....
$3,100
2901 I Street NE, Auburn, WA 98002
4.4
(19 reviews)
I went to Village Concepts of Auburn - Brannan Park. The tour was good, but they had no rooms. The people I talked to were good. They helped me out quite a bit. The rooms were okay. It was clean enough, and that's the main thing. I talked to the peop...
$2,550
966 Oyster Bay Courte, Bremerton, WA 98312
4.4
(13 reviews)
I liked Bay Pointe Retirement very much. It was very good and clean and I liked the rooms. There is no reason why I wouldn't move there if I were going to move. The appearance inside was very nice. The structure seemed good. I was happy with it. They...
$5,559
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1600 Marshall Circle, Dupont, WA 98327
4.4
(25 reviews)
Patriots Landing is very nice. It's more oriented towards the retired military because there are lots of retired military in DuPont. They have shuttle busses to VA hospitals, the parks, and the commissary. They have quite a few events like they take ...
$2,250
1600 S. Eagle Ridge Drive, Renton, WA 98055
4.4
(25 reviews)
My mother-in-law is expected to move into GenCare The Lodge at Eagle Ridge assisted living. I have toured the facility and I like it because they have a long-term staff so people have been there for years. They have systems in place that are tailored...
$3,205
5713 Parker Rd E, Sumner, WA 98390
4.3
(8 reviews)
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...
$3,800
5433 Leary Avenue NW, Seattle, WA 98107
4.3
(22 reviews)
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...
$3,725
3615 South 23rd Street, Tacoma, WA 98405
4.3
(14 reviews)
I went to Brookdale Allenmore (23rd Street). The people that I met with were great. The facility is fantastic. It is a little more expensive. The other place was $1,000 cheaper. I am looking specifically for studios. The reason why I am looking at on...
$7,756
CARING STARS WINNER
35419 1st Ave S, Federal Way, WA 98003
4.3
(14 reviews)
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...
$3,195
CARING STARS WINNER
1250 NE Lincoln Road, Poulsbo, WA 98370
4.3
(21 reviews)
Brookdale Montclair Poulsbo was wonderful. I liked it. I liked everything about it, but the area that my husband was going to be in kind of made me sad. It was kind of depressing and I didn't feel that at the other places, but it might have just been...
$6,446
14503 Meridian Ave E, Puyallup, WA 98375
4.3
(10 reviews)
We toured Bonaventure of Puyallup. It's a newer community. I like the design, the flow of it, and the fact that it is new. When we toured, they were doing different kinds of arts and crafts. They showed us the movie room where they do the movies twic...
$4,000
CARING STARS WINNER
32290 1st Avenue South, Federal Way, WA 98003
4.2
(35 reviews)
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...
$3,575
CARING STARS WINNER
17607 91st Avenue E, Puyallup, WA 98375
4.1
(26 reviews)
We went to Silver Creek by Bonaventure. My mother has been there for two months now. It was great. I wouldn't put her in there if it weren't good. I think the food's fine, too. A lot of the elders are complaining a little bit about it, but it's good....
$3,815
11448 Rainier Avenue S, Seattle, WA 98178
4.1
(34 reviews)
When my mother moved into The Lakeshore, she found the community to be a vibrant and entertaining place. She appreciated how friendly everyone was where you could always count on your neighbors for an interesting conversation or new adventure!...
$3,790
2615 SW Barton Street, Seattle, WA 98126
4.1
(7 reviews)
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. ...
$3,095
4611 35th Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98126
4.1
(14 reviews)
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...
$3,765
616 Lilly Road NE, Olympia, WA 98506
4.1
(19 reviews)
Brookdale Olympia East was the nicest facility. Everything was updated, and it was clean. The people were very friendly. Jordan, the gentleman that gave us the tour and took us through everything was really good. He was very friendly and he wasn't tr...
$5,105
Assisted Living
Laura
5.0
Review of The Lodge at Mallard's Landing
I visited The Lodge at Mallard's Landing and saw their assisted living. It was a charming lodge and a beautiful and homey place. Their living room areas were nice, too. I only met one staff member...
Provider response
Laura, we are so pleased you enjoyed your visit to The Lodge at Mallard's Landing! Thank you for your kind words and this wonderful review. We look forward to your next visit! Take care!
Assisted Living
Jon79
5.0
Review of Sound Vista Village
We toured Sound Vista Village. It's very nice, clean, and comfortable. The staff was very friendly and knowledgeable. They have a library. They have a lounge and all sorts of different things in...
Provider response
Thank you for sharing your experience visiting Sound Vista Village! We are take pride in our service and creating a wonderful community for our residents. We are happy to hear you enjoyed your...
Assisted Living
Dale
4.0
Review of Sound Vista Village
My mom moved into Sound Vista Village a couple of weeks ago. So, we're kind of new there, but for the most part, everything is going well. I like the smaller community, and it seems like the level...
Provider response
Thank you for sharing your experience with others! We are proud of our dedicated team and the community we have created at Sound Vista Village. We are happy to hear you and your mom have had such a...
The average monthly cost of assisted living in Gig Harbor is $250 less than the state’s average. Seniors in Washington state pay $1,500 more per month for assisted living compared to the national rate. However, the cost of assisted living varies depending on the area. Seniors in the Seattle area pay higher-than-average rates at $6,750, $1,000 more per month than Gig Harbor. Assisted living in the Olympia area is less expensive at about $950 less per month, as is Longview further south, at $450 less per month.
Gig Harbor
$5,750
Washington
$6,000
United States
$4,500
Seattle
$6,750
Olympia
$4,805
Longview
$5,300
The monthly cost of assisted living in Gig Harbor is $5,750, on average, although the actual cost will vary depending upon the amenities offered by each facility and the number and type of services needed.
Some financial assistance is available in Washington via Medicaid for assisted living, depending on circumstances. Available programs in the state include a Home and Community-Based Services waiver known as the Community Options Program Entry System (COPES), as well as the Medicaid Personal Care (MPC) program. Assisted living support is also available through the Community First Choice Option (CFCO) and the New Freedom Program.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Washington page.
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:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Washington page.
At a monthly rate of $5,750, assisted living is more affordable than either in-home care or home health care, which are at least $900 more per month. The most expensive option is a nursing home facility, which costs $10,479 per month for a semiprivate room, $4,729 more than assisted living.
In-Home Care
$6,673
Home Health Care
$7,007
Assisted Living Facility
$5,750
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$10,479
Note: Data for Gig Harbor was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Bremerton Area, was used instead.
Many agencies and programs provide assistance to elderly residents in Gig Harbor. By contacting information specialists and other services, seniors can learn about long-term care options, receive legal advice and obtain medical equipment. Below is a list of agencies and organizations that provide a variety of free services and information.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Aging & Disability Resource Center | (253) 798-4600 | By contacting the Aging and Disability Resource Center, seniors aged 60 and older can learn about services and programs available for long-term care. Agency information specialists can talk on the phone or meet in person to discuss options for assisted living services and facilities. |
| Pierce County Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program | (800) 642-5769 | Seniors living in assisted living facilities can contact the Pierce County Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program to file a complaint. This program provides ombudsmen who educate seniors and their caretakers about long-term care issues, facility resident rights and quality of life in long-term care facilities. |
| Northwest Justice Project | (888) 387-7111 | The Northwest Justice Project is a nonprofit organization that assists individuals seeking legal information related to housing, medical care and income. Washington residents aged 60 and older can call a hotline dedicated to seniors for free legal information and forms, advice and referrals to attorneys. |
| Washington 2-1-1 | 211 | Washington 211 is a free service that connects state residents to resources within their community. Gig Harbor seniors can call 211 to talk to an information specialist for referrals to local services, such as legal help, transportation, disability services, recreational opportunities and congregate meals. |
| Northwest Access Fund | (877) 428-5116 | Gig Harbor seniors with disabilities can contact the Northwest Access Fund, which administers financial loans for purchasing assistive technology and mobility equipment, such as wheelchairs, scooters, hearing aids and electric beds. The Northwest Access Fund website provides information on area resources, including loan closets for medical and mobility equipment. |
Gig Harbor Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living facilities in Washington are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Washington page for more information about these laws.
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