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Located about 10 miles to the southeast of Tacoma, Puyallup sits along the Puyallup River and provides views of Mount Rainier. It contains 15 assisted living communities, which charge a baseline monthly rate of $8,440 for residential services. This amount surpasses the state norm by around $2,300, and it exceeds the nationwide median of $5,350 by thousands of dollars.
The following guide includes an overview of local assisted living facilities, along with 1105 reviews reviews from residents and visitors. Collectively, these facilities earn an average quality score of 4.1 out of 5 stars stars.
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16625 1st Ave S, Normandy Park, WA 98148
4.2
(20 reviews)
"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...."
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4611 35th Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98126
4.2
(13 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..."
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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. ..."
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1010 SW 134th Street, Burien, WA 98146
4.0
(23 reviews)
"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...."
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945 22nd St NE, Auburn, WA 98002
4.0
(19 reviews)
"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..."
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112 Kennebeck Ave N, Kent, WA 98030
4.0
(1 reviews)
"This is the one my mom chose after looking at a few others. That is the one she likes. It is great. The staff is very friendly and helpful. The rooms are nice. She is in a one-bedroom apartment. Everyone seems to have a great time. They all go on the..."
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31002 14th Ave. South, Federal Way, WA 98003
4.0
(23 reviews)
"Brookdale Federal Way was a wonderful facility. I thought it was excellent. My wife immediately took to all the people there. They were nice to her. The people that were of her age were very nice to her when we went into the facility. She wanted to s..."
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17010 140th Ave SE, Renton, WA 98058
3.7
(8 reviews)
"We went to Village Concepts of Fairwood. It was very nice. Beautiful grounds. Beautiful building. They have lots of staff and friendly people. The apartments were very nice and very beautiful. The staff who helped me with the tour was great. She was ..."
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7454 Newcastle Golf Club Road, Renton, WA 98059
3.6
(6 reviews)
"This is a friendly and talkative community of people from a cross section of cultures and interests. While you can remain in your apartment, it’s quite pleasant going down, sharing stories , and having a bite to eat. On most days, I take both exercis..."
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9150 Fortuna Dr, Mercer Island, WA 98040
3.5
(9 reviews)
"My father is moving in at Covenant Living at the Shores tomorrow. They have been wonderful. We have several family members and friends who have lived there for a few years. My dad is joining them, so we're happy. It's beautiful. It's on the lake. H..."
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23801 228th Ave SE, Maple Valley, WA 98038
3.0
(2 reviews)
"I toured Bonaventure of Maple Valley. It's brand new. The apartments were beautiful. The kitchen was gorgeous. It's just a very nice facility. I've had food there. It's satisfactory, but not the best, I think, and was not a good place for my dog as h..."
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71 SW Victoria St, Renton, WA 98057
"Medication, bathing, bathroom assistance, nutrition, dressing and grooming, escort, skin care redirection, cueing for ADL'sTo learn more abo..."
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15809 23rd Ave SW, Burien, WA 98166
"Three Tree Vista is a family-owned and operated adult family home. We�re lifelong residents in the area; we�ve worked as homebuilders, healt..."
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1516 10th CT NW, Auburn, WA 98001
"The home is owned and operated by an RN. When not at home, the RN is available via phone for consultation. To learn more about this provide..."
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18523 38th Ave. E, Tacoma, WA 98446
"Vistra Care Adult Family Home LLC began operations way back in August 2019� where residents around and beyond Tacoma, Washington, gained acc..."
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3775 SW 319th St, Federal Way, WA 98023
"Twin Lake Adult Family Home is right by Twin Lakes Golf Course, and is conveniently close to shopping, restaurants and medical care. We off..."
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15519 62nd Street Court East, Sumner, WA 98390
"Where the Living is Easy! At Stafford Suites in Sumner, we're all about creating an environment of independence and fun. Whether it's a qui..."
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2000 Mountain View Dr., Enumclaw, WA 98022
"Cascade Place is a beautiful 2-story building featuring 42 Apartments, with 4 1-bedroom apartments and 30 large studio apartments, and 8 sha..."
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7006 Turquoise Drive SW., Lakewood, WA 98498
" Complete Care AFH Inc., is a family-owned and operated. Our home embodies the values of compassion, integrity, and professionalism, strivin..."
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10201 Laurel Crest Ln SW, Lakewood, WA 98498
"The home is located in a serene community in Lakewood. It has an expansive lawn with lots of green areas and a garden. We have a spacious ho..."
READ MOREIn Puyallup, assisted living fees fall near $8,440 per month, based on rates in the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey. By comparison, Washington’s baseline rate comes in lower at $6,138, and nationally, residents pay a modest median of $5,350. Fees in Puyallup also surpass Olympia’s norm of $5,050. However, local rates compare favorably to Walla Walla, where seniors pay around $9,705.
Puyallup
$8,440
Washington
$6,138
United States
$5,350
Olympia
$5,050
Seattle
$7,650
Walla Walla
$9,705
Mount Vernon
$6,391
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.
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.
Assisted living residents in Puyallup pay around $8,440 monthly. This cost exceeds rates for options that don’t provide housing. For example, adult day health care facilities charge roughly $6,283, and seniors pay approximately $4,195 for home health care. However, nursing homes have higher rates of around $12,547 for shared units.
Home Health Care
$4,195
Adult Day Health Care
$6,283
Assisted Living Facility
$8,440
Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)
$12,547
Note: Since data for Puyallup is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Bremerton, instead.
Many of the local resources available to Puyallup seniors are provided by Pierce County and based in Tacoma, which is just a few minutes away. Seniors and their families may contact these resources for assistance accessing aging-related services and learning about long-term care options. There are also local resources available for veterans and adults aged 55 and older.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Pierce County Aging and Disability Resources | (253) 798-4600 | ADR is part of the Pierce County Department of Human Services and is the designated Area Agency on Aging for Puyallup, managing state and federal funding for a comprehensive system of aging-related services and supports. As an Aging and Disability Resource Center, the agency offers long-term care options counseling and program referrals. Its case management services include needs assessments, eligibility reviews and care plan development by case managers and nurses. ADR offers a comprehensive assisted living guide as part of its full range of senior resources. The agency also sponsors free Medicare counseling services through the State Health Insurance Benefits Advisors program (SHIBA). |
| Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program | (253) 798-3789 | Trained volunteers with the Pierce County Long-Term Care Ombudsman program advocate on behalf of residents of Puyallup assisted living facilities. They advise seniors and their families about residents’ legal rights and investigate and help resolve complaints about quality of care and other issues. |
| American Legion Post 67 Puyallup | (253) 200-4292 | Puyallup’s accredited American Legion service officers provide free assistance with applications for VA disability compensation, pensions and Aid and Attendance benefits, which can be used to help pay for assisted living care. They can also provide information and referrals to local resources based on the needs of veterans and their families. |
| Puyallup Senior Activity Center | (253) 841-5555 | The Puyallup Activity Center offers a wide range of social and recreational activities for local adults aged 55 and older as well as health and programs, such as free weekly blood pressure checks, monthly foot care services (sliding fee-based) and free lectures on various topics related to aging and senior benefits. The center also hosts free SHIBA consulting and AARP income tax assistance sessions. |
Puyallup-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.
Assisted Living
Carol
5.0
Review of The Rivers at Puyallup
I like everything about The Rivers at Puyallup. It seems to be the place to be. My husband will have assisted living. We will have a one-bedroom. It's a large room and it's very nice. It's very...
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Robert
4.0
Review of The Rivers at Puyallup
We toured The Rivers at Puyallup. We thought that place was nice, but they wouldn't do the level of care that my mom needed so we couldn't get into them. They gave away cookies, and they were...
Assisted Living
Bunny
3.0
Review of Vineyard Park of Puyallup
While staff and the facility are very nice. The food here is terrible. Meals are served cold, over cooked and unhealthy. If you have a food allergy or diabetic these are not addressed at this...
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