Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Olympia, WA below include 44 memory care communities with 276 reviews. On average in Olympia, residents and their loved ones rate memory care options 3.7 out of 5 stars.
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420 Yauger Way South West, Olympia, WA 98502
3.4
(23 reviews)
"Brookdale Olympia West was very nice and geared only to Alzheimers. I think their focus was really on the care of the residents. According to the way I was interviewed and talked with the man, it seemed like they were very focused on interacting with..."
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710 Fieldstone Dr. SW,, Olympia, WA 98502
4.5
(2 reviews)
"Fieldstone Memory Care of Olympia is beautiful, new, and well kept. It looked like they had a lot of programs, but the place was bigger and they didn't have any availability anyway. The living spaces in the memory care were really nice and very well ..."
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1400 Trosper Rd SW, Olympia, WA 98512
3.7
(4 reviews)
"My father moved into The Hampton Memory Care. We chose it because of the price. We like the staff. They are amazing. The place is clean. It doesn't have any bad smells. They take very good care of the residents. They've been awesome at getting my dad..."
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626 Lilly Rd. NE, Olympia, WA 98506
3.8
(12 reviews)
"We went to Garden Courte, and that was fantastic. They were absolutely fantastic. We were with them at least once a month. We go to meetings and stuff that they have there. They were more than helpful. They're wonderful. Their facilities were grand. ..."
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2216 48th Ave SW, Olympia, WA 98512
4.0
(2 reviews)
"My great aunt lived at Magnolia Woods for three years. She arrived there from out of state in very ill health, emaciated and unhappy. Margarita and her staff made her last years comfortable, safe, and joyful. She especially loved Margarita's deliciou..."
READ MORE4711 17th Avenue Northwest, Olympia, WA 98502
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My mom is at Bethany Adult Family Home. The staff working there is awesome. The security is good, and they get her medications correct. They are very patient to feed her because she can only have food from a blender. The rooms are fine. My mom is bed..."
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2828 8th Ave NE, Olympia, WA 98506
"South Bay Adult Family Home is located in Olympia, Washington. The city offers seniors a thriving arts and culture scene. For outdoor recrea..."
READ MORE2203 Bethel St NE, Olympia, WA 98506
"Adult Ohana Home is surrounded by lush, green pine trees on a quiet street in Olympia, Washington's capital city. Senior residents can easil..."
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1130 Canna Ct SE, Olympia, WA 98513
"Ravancho Adult Family Home is located in Olympia, Washington. The small, cozy city of 46,000 is a fairly quiet, safe place to live. Forests ..."
READ MORE1138 Rockcress Dr SE, Olympia, WA 98513
"Golden Valley AFH is located approximately 15 minutes to the east of downtown Olympia, Washington in the small suburb of Lacey. This communi..."
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1138 Canna Ct SE, Olympia, WA 98513
"The Canna Court Adult Family Home is located in The Meadows, a subdivision 7 miles east of Olympia, the capital of Washington State. This fa..."
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8201 6th Ave., Tacoma, WA 98406
4.8
(27 reviews)
"We toured Cogir at the Narrows. This is a beautiful facility and everything that they offer. This is one of the places where we'll probably choose to put my brother. We were very impressed with everything from the inside to the outside grounds, the r..."
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5250 Bridgeport Way W, University Place, WA 98467
4.6
(13 reviews)
"I visited Bridgeport Place Assisted Living & Memory Care and checked their assisted living. The place was gorgeous. The room I visited was lovely, clean, and well-maintained. The person who gave me the tour was outstanding. He knew his facility well ..."
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311 Cullens Street Northwest, Yelm, WA 98597
4.6
(9 reviews)
"It,s been over 2years now. We've felt blessed to have found Easthaven memory care in yelm. Great food, clean facility, and comfortable homey atmosphere. But most of all is the remarkable staff! They really care for your loved one. They treat the resi..."
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2100 SW Woodland Circle, Chehalis, WA 98532
4.5
(17 reviews)
"The tour at Woodland Village was good. It would be a good choice if it wasn't a little too expensive. They have some amenities for my mom. They're very nice. It seemed like a nice place...."
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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 ..."
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2010 Cooks Hill Rd, Centralia, WA 98531
3.8
(7 reviews)
"The people at Centralia Point Assisted Living and Memory Care were very friendly and that would have been the number one place. Even after we said that my mom was in the hospital, the lady called how she was doing, even though she knew that we wouldn..."
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3615 Drexler Dr. W, University Place, WA 98466
3.7
(7 reviews)
"Home to a loving staff and administrator that treats their residents like family!..."
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3025 14th Avenue NW, Gig Harbor, WA 98335
3.5
(16 reviews)
"I really liked Olympic Alzheimer's Residence. We liked the staff, and the facility was very nice. It was bright and cheerful. Because of COVID, you had to wait in the parking lot before you could go in, and the gentleman came running out with this bi..."
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4528 Intelco Loop SE, Lacey, WA 98503
3.5
(8 reviews)
"I visited Bonaventure of Lacey. They've been very, very kind. They have been wonderful. Their facility was lovely, but we're not sure if it's a good fit for my brother-in-law because of how far things have gone and how he has digressed mentally. I ca..."
READ MOREWhile the average monthly memory care rate of $6,006 in Olympia is more expensive than the nationwide average of $5,625, seniors in the state capital of Olympia pay almost $1,500 less per month than the state average of $7,500. Costs are higher in nearby Seattle and Bremerton, where the respective prices for memory care are around $8,438 and $7,188. While the price difference lessens in Longview and Yakima, where average rates are $6,625 and $6,219 respectively, seniors in Olympia still pay less per month for dementia care.
Olympia
$6,006
Washington
$7,500
The United States
$5,625
Seattle
$8,438
Bremerton
$7,188
Longview
$6,625
Yakima
$6,219
Memory care is typically provided as an additional service within assisted living communities and rates are usually 20-30% higher than standard assisted living residential care. As there is no comprehensive nationwide data for costs of dementia care, we have estimated costs by adding 25% to the rates for assisted living care per Genworth’s 2021 Cost of Care Survey. Memory care in Olympia costs, on average, $6,006 per month.
In Olympia, there are options for seniors who need financial assistance paying for Memory Care. For more information about other options, who qualifies, and how to apply, Memory Care in Washington page.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for memory care, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance memory care costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in Washington page.
With an average monthly cost of $6,006, residential memory care is a mid-range senior care choice in Olympia. Nursing home care is the priciest option, at $9,764 for a semiprivate room and $10,707 for a private room, while seniors who wish to remain at home will also pay more for home care or home health care, both of which cost $6,673 each month. At $4,805, assisted living is more than $1,000 cheaper per month than memory care. The most affordable option is adult day health care, with an average monthly cost of $1,625.
Memory Care
$6,006
Home Care
$6,673
Home Health Care
$6,673
Adult Day Health Care
$1,625
Assisted Living
$4,805
Nursing Home (semiprivate)
$9,764
Nursing Home (private)
$10,707
Olympia and surrounding areas are home to several government and nonprofit groups that provide information, assistance and support to seniors and loved ones affected by dementia. We’ve compiled a list of resources that assist locals in finding suitable residential memory care options and sourcing legal, financial and social support.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Alzheimer’s Association Washington State Chapter | (800) 272-3900 | A major dementia resource in the Pacific Northwest, the Washington State Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association operates a free 24/7 hotline for anyone experiencing dementia and their loved ones. Services include free online educational programs, community forums and advocacy programs, and there’s a monthly support group for caregivers in Olympia. |
| Olympia Senior Center | (360) 586-6181 | While not solely focused on seniors with Alzheimer’s, the programs at Olympia Senior Center are suitable for those experiencing early-stage memory loss. The center provides a safe space where older citizens can socialize and enjoy a range of activities, including exercise sessions, educational classes, games and wellness programs. |
| Lewis-Mason-Thurston Area Agency on Aging | (888) 545-0910 | LMTAAA provides diverse free and affordable services for senior citizens and people with disabilities. Advisors can signpost and provide detailed information on topics including benefits, long-term housing options, elder law and cultural groups. |
The Aging and Long-Term Support Administration team, within the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services, monitors and regulates memory care communities throughout the state, including Olympia. The department ensures facilities abide with relevant legislative provisions as well as carrying out background checks on caregivers, approving some staff training curriculums and inspecting facilities.
Olympia Memory Care Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Memory Care Facilities in Washington are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Washington page for more information about these laws.
Memory Care
Jacklyn
5.0
Review of Brookdale Olympia West
Brookdale Olympia West was very nice and geared only to Alzheimers. I think their focus was really on the care of the residents. According to the way I was interviewed and talked with the man, it...
Memory Care
Valerie
5.0
Review of Fieldstone Memory Care of Olympia
Fieldstone Memory Care of Olympia is beautiful, new, and well kept. It looked like they had a lot of programs, but the place was bigger and they didn't have any availability anyway. The living...
Memory Care
Pamela
5.0
Review of Brookdale Olympia West
Dad is at Brookdale Olympia West. It's a smaller facility and we were feeling more comfortable with that. They have good staffing. I met the RNs in charge and the techs in the first week, and...
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