3 Tree Vista Adult Family Home, LLC
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..."
READ MORESenior Living Advisor
Caring
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.
246 Results
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..."
READ MORE3775 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..."
READ MORE10201 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 MORE30027 55th Place South, Auburn, WA 98001
5.0
(2 reviews)
"Holmes Assisted Living is the best place I've ever found for my sister. Everything has been great, and she loves it. It is clean and well maintained, and they have a 24-hour nurse. It's a great place...."
READ MORE112 Andover Park E, Tukwila, WA 98188
5.0
(10 reviews)
"Holden Southcenter was beautiful. They have assisted, memory, and independent living. I liked the security there. They had excellent security. You could not just walk in. It's like a four-star hotel. The staff had a beautiful lunch for us and had a g..."
READ MORE1021 138th St E, Tacoma, WA 98445
5.0
(2 reviews)
"My mom has lived there for 4 years and we could not found a better home for her to live in. She is well loved and well taken care of. My constant communication with the owner is amazing. I visit my mom several times a week and I always feel welcome. ..."
READ MORE6301 East Q Street, Tacoma, WA 98404
5.0
(2 reviews)
"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..."
READ MORE610 N Fife Street, Tacoma, WA 98406
5.0
(1 reviews)
"I found the facility to be very well taken care of, the area was very clean, it even smelled clean. The food was pretty good, I will admit that it is a little bit limited, but the quality is decent. The staff was very polite and helpful, my grandfath..."
READ MORE32013 41st Ave SW, Federal Way, WA 98023
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Mom is at Yitref Adult Family Home. I love the staff. They're very friendly and caring. They've worked with us with our financial situation. For what I'm looking for, it's kind of exactly what we wanted. It doesn't feel like a facility. It feels like..."
READ MORE1146 N James Street, Tacoma, WA 98406
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Grand Care Home was lovely. A couple owns it and it's a house where you will have your own bedroom. It's got a nice backyard and a view of the ocean right there. It's a lovely place with lovely people. They do jigsaw puzzles and it's got a TV for the..."
READ MORE2514 NE 23rd Pl, Renton, WA 98056
5.0
(1 reviews)
"I highly recommend this facility. They’re very passionate. Their caregivers are very experienced. Anna the main caregiver has over 30 years of experience. When I was busy with work, they offered and took my loved one to their appointment. The food is..."
READ MORE24115 119th Pl SE, Kent, WA 98030
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My father is in Emma and Ella Adult Family Home. It's an adult family home, so he lives with the family that owns the home. The owners are caregivers. They have two other residents there. It's more than assisted living. My father can't do anything on..."
READ MORE1413 12th ST NE, Auburn, WA 98002
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My husband has moved into All Saints Adult Family Home - Auburn. It's an environment similar to his home. It's small enough, and it's all men at this point. They watch TV, and the owner is very caring. They do exercises every morning, and they cook f..."
READ MORE5401 Norpoint Way NE, Tacoma, WA 98422
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Harbor View Adult Family Home was lovely. It's a small home with only five people. They cook all of their meals and it's very clean, very tidy, very pretty, and well-kept. They have a lovely deck in the backyard that looks out over the Puget Sound. P..."
READ MORE1630 East 63rd Street, Tacoma, WA 98404
5.0
(2 reviews)
"I am so thankful for Arbor Rose. My mother was a resident for almost three years. She was well cared for and thrived there. The staff is so kind and loving. Tammy is very knowledgeable and provides an excellent home for her residents. Families were i..."
READ MORE3120 Locust Ave W, University Place, WA 98466
5.0
(1 reviews)
"I've chosen River Rock Adult Family Home for mom because it was a very nice facility, the people were nice, it looked comfortable, it smelled good, and it is close to my home. It just fit all those little buckets, and they had a space available. She ..."
READ MORE4831 35Th Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98126
5.0
(4 reviews)
"I toured Mount St. Vincent, there’s a beautiful view, and there’s a great feeling of love and care that goes along with expertise. It’s an older building, but it’s very well-kept and managed that it felt very comfortable and very cozy. The staff was ..."
READ MORE17016 SE Wax Rd, Covington, WA 98042
5.0
(2 reviews)
"Vineyard Park of Covington is right next to where my daughters live, and since we've kind of adopted my friend, it makes it so much easier to visit him back and forth. It is a new place. Everybody was so friendly. It was so wonderful. I'm ready to mo..."
READ MORE122 J St NE, Auburn, WA 98002
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My sister moved into Amazing Days Adult Family Home. It seems to be an excellent shift for her and she's doing well. I wasn't there long, but they were very caring and very thorough. They were very clean. They did everything they could for my sister ..."
READ MORE2981 Initial Ave, Enumclaw, WA 98022
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My mother-in-law is at Julie's Place. It's perfect. She is getting the best care ever. The staff are caring, qualified, and friendly. They couldn't be nicer. The place is safe, clean and organized. I have not had any meal there, but I see what they f..."
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...
Assisted Living
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...