Assisted Living Communities in Mercer Island, Washington
Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Mercer Island, WA below include 418 Assisted Living facilities with 2018 reviews. On average in Mercer Island, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.3 out of 5 stars.
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"My parents have already found one, and it is The Wyatt House. My parents chose it, and I didn't. They chose it because it is near where they currently live. It is very nice. There is a very home-like feel to it.
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"English and Japanese are spoken here mainly. They are attentive and always kind. You can tell the care takers are professional in every way and respect is always shown.There are games played at all levels, so everyone can enjoy it. There is light exe..."
"I found Willow Creek for my mother-in-law. She has been there for 2 months now. They are adult family homes. There are 3 houses, and there are only 6 people to a house, so it is a closer and better care. They have a round-the-clock coverage, off the ..."
"We really like The Artful Lodger, it's a super nice place and it's very clean. The staff is very nice, caring, and helpful to the people that are there. The meals are great, and my parents are doing really well. It's a big piece of property so they h..."
"My wife is now at Super Care Adult Family Home. They have been excellent. The staff members are excellent. They're great. They take care of my wife 24/7. She's not easy, and they do it without complaining and they do a great job. She seems to enjoy h..."
"I am a resident of Olympic View Adult Family Home. It's excellent. There are activities. The staff is brand new at this facility. The food is excellent. There's a lot of things to do and you can choose between them. They have games and crafts. The up..."
"My father is in Enguerras Adult Home Care. They provide a lot of personal care, and they're very family oriented. His room is large and very easy to navigate. The food is very good. The staff is very on top of things. They have piano, movies, other i..."
"My husband is absolutely happy at Pineview Adult Family Home LLC and so are we. The staff who work there are very very nice people, and the communication is excellent. The room works for him. It's perfect. Since he's bedbound, he doesn't really parta..."
"My dad moved to Majestic Senior Care because it was close to Mom. We liked the manager of the facility. They are willing to help. My dad got a single bedroom that is not an apartment-style facility. They have a full kitchen outside of his room. They ..."
"We've found a place for my husband in Mountlake Terrace. It's called Amazing Care AFH and it's a private family-run business. The place was so lovely. When I walked in, the gentleman, Jim, and the woman that runs it, Elizabeth, were just so caring an..."
"Agape Senior Living is an amazing home, everyone is so caring, compassionate, and you just get the feel of home!
The owners live on site and are very hands on, lots of loves, the best care for my mom, has been here. My mom lived in several different ..."
"My 94 year old sister has been a resident at this facility for over a year. She moved here from a assisted living facility and Arbor Rose has been even better for her than I expected. It is small so each resident gets personal attention and care. I n..."
"October 7, 2024
I recently moved into Aljoya Thornton Place (on May 1 this year) and I feel like I could already write a book about all the wonderful people and awesome experiences I’ve had here.
The staff is terrific and helpful for making people..."
"I liked the cottages in Mirror Lake Village. It's like living in an apartment. I met the director, Samantha. I asked about gluten-free meals, and they said they offered it. When I called back, they didn't offer it. They have a TV room and games for t..."
"I was in Hearthstone for 4 weeks of rehab following a hospital stay for surgery. I was in a double room but never had a roommate. It was quiet and comforting once I adjusted to the daily routine. Meals were brought to my room by very friendly Caretak..."
8800 Madison Avenue N, Bainbridge Island, WA 98110
4.7
(9 reviews)
"My aunt spent her last few months at Madrona House. Being on the Island, close to home, helped make that time peaceful and comfortable for the whole family. My family was able to visit her several times a day without the long drives to Silverdale or ..."
"I visited Ida Culver and thought it would be perfectly adequate. It was a lovely setting with lots of activities; they contacted me several times if I wanted to come down and attend. They were very nice, and it was easy to get to. The only grounds ar..."
"Merrill Gardens at Renton Centre was very nice. It's a bit pricey, but it's a beautiful facility. They have different clubs with crafts and stuff like that. They have nice areas where you could go out and sit. There are a lot of flowers. People who a..."
"I LOVE The Weatherly!! We have a friend that had surgery & ended up there & she would never leave. It’s lovely there; beautifully decorated and landscaped.
The staff are super nice, knowledgeable, patient and attentive. The food is great…lots of ..."
"My mother will be moving into Aegis Living of Shoreline soon. They have a pretty high level of care there; we looked into their assisted living level. Our visiting experience was pretty good, otherwise we wouldn't be sending her there. The apartments..."
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities
Seniors on Mercer Island pay around $7,650 monthly for assisted living, with local rates outpacing Washington’s typical rate of approximately $6,138, as well as the national median of $5,350. Several nearby cities offer more economically priced care, including Mount Vernon and Olympia, where respective rates come to $6,391 and $5,050. However, Mercer Island offers a budget-friendly alternative to cities such as Bremerton, where facilities charge around an additional $790 per month, and Walla Walla, where rates exceed Mercer Island’s median by about $2,060.
Mercer Island
$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 Mercer Island
Mercer Island's assisted living communities charge a monthly median rate of $7,650.
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Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Mercer Island
More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living
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:
Assisted living costs on Mercer Island come to about $7,650 per month. By comparison, seniors who obtain personal care services, such as medication reminders and help with getting dressed in their own homes, pay around $5,529 for in-home care. Additionally, seniors spend about $600 less on adult day health care, a nonresidential option with personal care and light skilled nursing support. Even so, assisted living costs hundreds of dollars less than home health care, which accommodates seniors who need skilled nursing at home for about $8,389 monthly. Nursing homes, which provide skilled nursing services and 24-hour medical support, also charge higher monthly rates of around $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 Care (semi-private room)
$12,167
Note: Data for Mercer Island was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Seattle, was used instead.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Mercer Island
Mercer Island and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.
To see a list of free assisted living resources in Mercer Island, please visit our Assisted Living in Washington page.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Mercer Island
Mercer Island 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.
Reviews of Communities Nearby
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Review of Aljoya Mercer Island
While all independent living and assisted living facilities may offer a very presentable space, amenities, and services, there are a number of major issues to answer first. Location (including...
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Barry, thank you so much for taking the time to share your insights! It's gratifying to hear that we have been able to meet the criteria so important for this wonderful stage of life. Of course...
My stepdad will be moving into Island House. We toured it three different times. Living in a place on Mercer Island is the first priority for him. It's just a lot more comfortable to me compared to...
Aegis Living Mercer Island is just gorgeous. It's new, so everything in there is big and impressive. They have great staff, and it was a great tour. Everything is just top-notch there. It's also...