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Cost of Washington Assisted Living Facilities
According to the 2015 Genworth Financial cost of care survey, the average cost of assisted living in Washington is $4,625 per month.
The monthly base rate for Washington assisted living is typically higher when compared to neighboring states. Washington is also more expensive compared to the national average.
This cost is the base cost for a one-bedroom assisted living unit in Washington. Additional fees beyond the base rate may apply.
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Monthly Costs Compared to Neighboring States
Idaho | $3,240 | |
U.S. | $3,600 | |
Oregon | $3,880 | |
Washington | $4,625 | |
Alaska | $5,703 |
Much of the information above was adapted from the National Center of Assisted Living 2010 Regulatory Review.
Researching Washington Assisted Living? Ask these questions:
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What terms does Washington require to be disclosed to you prior to making a decision?
Washington may require the base price, payment schedule, services included in that rate and other items to be disclosed in writing - be sure to find out.
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What is the Scope of Care offered?
Find out the minimum services the facility MUST provide to you, as required by Washington. These may include 24-hour supervision, types of meals, medical attention, etc.
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What are the admission requirements to live at the facility?
Each state is different; find out what the age and physical health requirements are for this specific facility as well as facilities in Washington. Determine if the type of care you need is offered by the individual facility.
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Will the facility complete an assessment and create a care plan for the resident?
Washington probably requires an initial evaluation and the creation of a care plan - be sure to find out exactly what the facility offers.
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Ask about the handling of medication in the facility?
There are sure to be specific requirements in Washington - ask how the facility handles administering your medication.
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Does the facility offer rooms and other areas that meet or exceed those required by Washington?
Washington will have a minimum size of rooms, a limit to number of people per room, and even requirements as to privacy of available bathrooms - make sure you ask.
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Does the facility offer the available required staff?
Make sure the facility staffs the proper professionals, as Washington requires. These may include an administrator and caregivers, as well as round-the-clock staff.
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Is memory care offered?
Find out of the facility is licensed to be able to handle dementia or Alzheimer's care in Washington.
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Are Medicaid waivers available for Washington for this specific facility?
If you are unable to cover the costs, find out if the facility may offer a Washington Medicaid Waiver. You can also research at hca.wa.gov.
Helpful Washington Assisted Living Resources
Local Notes: TTY Phone: 711
Tollfree: (800) 525-0127
Tollfree TDD: (800) 525-0127 ext. 711
The Washington AAAs (Area Agency for the Aging) are very helpful. These offices can provide guidance to those 60+ in Washington regarding elder abuse, caregiver support, insurance counseling, transportation and much more.
Find your local Washington AAA below:
Washington Assisted Living Facilities by City
Allyn
Anacortes
Arlington
Auburn
Bainbridge Island
Battle Ground
Bellevue
Bellingham
Blaine
Bonney Lake
Bothell
Bremerton
Brewster
Buckley
Burlington
Camas
Cashmere
Castle Rock
Centralia
Chehalis
Chelan
Cheney
Chewelah
Clarkston
Colfax
College Place
Colville
Covington
Dayton
Des Moines
Dupont
Duvall
East Wenatchee
Eatonville
Edmonds
Ellensburg
Elma
Enumclaw
Ephrata
Everett
Fairfield
Federal Way
Ferndale
Freeland
Friday Harbor
Garfield
Gig Harbor
Graham
Grandview
Hoquiam
Issaquah
Kelso
Kenmore
Kennewick
Kent
Kirkland
La Conner
Lacey
Lake Stevens
Lakewood
Leavenworth
Liberty Lake
Long Beach
Longview
Lynden
Lynnwood
Maple Valley
Marysville
Mckenna
Medical Lake
Mercer Island
Mill Creek
Milton
Monroe
Montesano
Morton
Moses Lake
Mount Vernon
Mountlake Terrace
Mukilteo
Newcastle
Newport
Normandy Park
North Bend
Oak Harbor
Ocean Park
Ocean Shores
Odessa
Olympia
Omak
Othello
Pacific
Pasco
Phoenixville
Port Orchard
Port Townsend
Poulsbo
Prosser
Pullman
Puyallup
Quincy
Redmond
Renton
Republic
Richland
Ridgefield
Ritzville
Seatac
Seattle
Sedro-Woolley
Selah
Sequim
Shelton
Shoreline
Silverdale
Snohomish
South Bend
Spanaway
Spokane
Spokane Valley
St. John
Stanwood
Stevenson
Sumner
Sunnyside
Tacoma
Tumwater
University Place
Vancouver
Vashon
Walla Walla
Washougal
Waterville
Wenatchee
Wilbur
Woodinville
Woodland
Yakima
Yelm
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