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Seattle offers all the urban amenities expected from a world-class city combined with the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest. There is no personal income tax in Washington, which means that Social Security and other retirement income aren’t taxed. Hospitals in the Seattle Metro Area include Harborview Medical Center, Kindred Hospital and Virginia Mason Franciscan Health. Seattle offers a classic Pacific Northwest climate with cool, wet winters and warm summers.
Assisted living is designed for those who need a little extra assistance with the ordinary tasks of everyday life, such as housekeeping, personal care and meals, but who don’t require the level of care found in nursing homes. Residents of assisted living facilities in Seattle pay an average of $6,750 per month. Individual prices vary depending on the number and quality of the services and amenities offered, the size and quality of accommodations and the facility’s location within the community.
This guide provides an introductory overview of assisted living in Seattle. You’ll find information on costs as well as resources available to help seniors live as independently as possible.
Hundreds of thousands of American seniors utilize assisted living, a figure that is only growing. For these seniors, assisted living combines residential housing,assistance in daily activities, and some healthcare. These communities also strive to provide an atmosphere that is comfortable and engaging for their residents… Read More >
COVID-19 restrictions and rules for Assisted Living Facilities are typically set by the state – to see the rules in your state, you can read our guide to Assisted Living in Washington. Keep in mind that there may be other policies that communities put in place to protect their residents, so you should contact your local community for more information. Additionally, you can contact your local Area Agency on Aging to learn more – find contact information here.
While fees differ depending on the location of an assisted living facility as well the services and amenities offered there, the average cost of assisted living in Seattle is $6,750 per month.
Assisted living costs in Seattle average $6,750 per month. This is $750 higher than the Washington average of $6,000 and $3,250 higher than the national average of $4,500.
Residents of Seattle pay the highest assisted living costs in Washington, while their counterparts in Walla Walla pay the lowest at $3,211 per month. Those in the Central Washington community of Yakima pay $4,975, while their counterparts in the northern part of the state in Bellingham pay an average of $4,600. Prices are higher at $5,300 in the southwestern corner in Longview and slightly less in the northeastern city of Spokane at $4,888. Average assisted living costs in Olympia and Wenatchee are $4,805 and $5,750, respectively.
Since not everyone can afford to pay for assisted living out-of-pocket, it’s important to find alternative methods to help make assisted living more affordable. Some of these options include:
For more information about your options for making assisted living more affordable, visit our guide to Assisted Living in Washington.
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(206) 684-0660 |
As the Area Agency on Aging for King County, this organization provides older adults, their families and their caregivers direct services that include case management, health and wellness screenings and diabetes education and information. It partners with community-based organizations that promote a good quality of life for senior citizens. Indirect services provided include referrals to local, state and federal resources. | |
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(206) 728-2773 |
Pike Market Senior Center & Food Bank serves meals most days of the year. Seniors can get supplementary food from the food bank and participate in wellness workshops, Healthy Step classes and yoga. All services are free. | |
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(206) 727-6262 |
Door-to-door transportation for seniors and those with disabilities is available from Hyde Shuttle. Drivers are specially trained in transporting those with mobility issues. Reservations are required for this service and can be scheduled online or by phone. | |
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(206) 694-6785 |
RSVP offers volunteer opportunities that include planting seeds, thinning seeds, watering, weeding and washing produce at Solid Sound’s Giving Garden to provide food for local food banks. Other volunteer spots include tutoring children and youth, and serving as a Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Volunteer answering questions from the general public about health care coverage. | |
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(206) 623-0816 |
Staff and trained volunteers from this program investigate accusations of abuse, neglect, exploitation and anything else that violates the legal rights of residents of long-term care facilities. All services provided by the program are free and confidential. |
Assisted Living Facilities in the Seattle area are required to follow a set of rules and regulations that are determined at the state level. For an overview of those rules and regulations, see the information below. For more specific information, talk with your local community or Area Agency on Aging.
