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Memory care in Tacoma offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Tacoma is about $4,913 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 48 communities, read 992 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Merrill Gardens has been more than we could have ever imagined for my mom's new forever home . My mother didn’t want to sell her home and move from California , but she had given up her drivers license a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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9.6
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60 reviews
9.6
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Cogir at The Narrows is a top-notch senior living community. The community is beautiful, with clean, spacious apartments and lovely outdoor spaces. What really stands out, though, is the exceptional staff....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Cogir at The Narrows in Tacoma, Washington, offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. This community aims to improve seniors' quality of life by providing plenty of opportunities for activity and social interaction. The grounds of the community feature...
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9.5
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46 reviews
9.5
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My dad was not happy about having to leave his home, but after a week or so at People’s he is finally perking up. I haven’t heard him crack as many jokes as he does now. His mood has improved so much since...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Peoples Retirement Community is a residential environment serving our community and is designed to accommodate active, self sufficient, senior adults, seniors who require modest assistance in order to maintain personal dignity and self reliance as well as a Secured Alzheimer's/Dementia Community....
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9.3
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44 reviews
9.3
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My Mom passed away 6 weeks after moving in. I can't say enough about how wonderful, compassionate the staff was in supporting her and me! Nursing staff was awesome! I've told folks that if I ever need...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Weatherly Inn-Tacoma is an assisted living community located on the shore of Horsehead Bay in the city of Tacoma, Pierce County, Washington. Walking distance from Point Defiance Park and Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium, Weatherly Inn-Tacoma residents and visitors have easy access to excellent...
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66 Floor plans available
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I think the best thing is she is around other people and enjoys the musical entertainment. She is quite the critic! We would definitely recommend the Merrill Gardens at Tacoma community to other families...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Our community is designed to meet your individual needs and give you the freedom to be yourself. We offer the best in independent senior living, assisted living and memory care from a family-owned company that knows connection is everything.We are close to shopping, dining, and other services in...
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My loved one is a resident at Gencare Lifestyle Tacoma and things have been very good so far. The cleanliness and friendliness are great! The food and activities are also great.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Our mother is very happy at Fieldstone. The staff are very nice and they take really good care mom. If I have any issues or concerns. I let them know and they take care of it right away.
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Our Approach to Memory CareAt Fieldstone Memory Care, we are committed to enriching the lives of our residents and their families by providing engaging, compassionate care focused on residents with Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia. Our team is made up of exceptional people who are...
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9.7
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9.7
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The facility is very nice, clean, beautifully appointed, friendly helpful people and great communication. There is a variety of activities every day, including outings and musical performances and many...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
At Gig Harbor Court, our exceptional staff, engaging activities, and active social life make our residents happy to call our community home.Gig Harbor is located in the Pacific Northwest, and is surrounded by several parks, with a historic a waterfront as well as boutiques and fine dining, making...
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[name removed] was EXTREMELY helpful through the whole process. I would rate all as 5. In addition, as mentioned, I highly commend [name removed] for her efforts, even though my Mom's time there was...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
When you visit Madrona Park in the heart of Federal Way, you'll notice something unexpected the minute you walk through the doors. You can see, hear, and feel the energy and vibrancy of our community. The lobby is bustling, people are laughing, and friends are chatting. Some are planning outings...
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Across the board I would give Brookdale a 4. The staff is very attentive to my brothers needs and as a result, [name removed] is doing amazingly well. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Memory Care at its FinestIt’s time to get some help on the senior journey. Fortunately, you’ve found one of the premier memory care communities in the Harbor Bay area.We are a warm and welcoming memory care community located in Gig Harbor, Washington. Our community features a valued location with...
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The entire staff who work daily directly with the residents are outstanding. The past three management team turnovers have solved the core issues necessary for their positions. You can push papers, play the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Exploring a Redefined IndependenceIt’s time to declare independence from chores, household maintenance and the stress that often comes from living at home. Instead, our independent living and assisted living seniors live a life full of interesting things to do and interesting people to do them...
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What I always liked about the Village is they provide a calm and mellow environment that is not too cramped. The staff shortage had been an ongoing issue ( especially in the kitchen). Also, their hair salon...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Village Senior Living offers expansive common areas, large apartments and an array of services & amenities for independent living, assisted living and memory care. Our community is four stories with apartments on the first three floors dedicated to assisted living and personal care...
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Birds dropping taking over outside entry...washed daily don't sit in chairs Staff turned over month after we arrived Memory care huge area, staff minimal. Phone answered sometimes Get out before 8pm or you...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Why settle for ordinary when you can have extraordinary? Escape to The Meridian at Stone Creek and discover luxurious senior living in Milton, Washington.Journey beyond the predictable and uninspiring. Visit The Meridian at Stone Creek and truly appreciate all the possibilities that await right...
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I'd say the staff is pretty friendly with my dad, he even made friends with one of them. Facility offered all types of services if any type of care needed to be changed, of the places I visited, this was the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
At The Rivers at Puyallup, our exceptional staff, engaging activities, and active social life make our residents happy to call our community home.Puyallup is an assisted living, memory care, and independent living community located just outside of downtown Puyallup, a quiet town with many...
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I would say to them " we looked at a lot of places and when we talked with the administrator there was am immediate connection, she was informative and it was easy to see that they cared very much on giving...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Hearthside Manor is a memory care community that offers 34 private bedrooms, secure non-challenging environment, licensed nurses on staff, dementia trained caregivers, 3 nutritious meals served daily, snacks available 24 hours, daily activities and entertainers, individualized service plans,...
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While we were going on vacation, we needed respite care for our 92 year-old father who still lived in his own home. Village Green offered assisted living in a fully furnished room for 7 to 30 days, which was...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Village Green Retirement Campus is a Northwest premier residential community for seniors, offering independent and assisted living. It is owned and operated by the Powell Family of Federal Way. Their focus is a true homelike atmosphere filled with family, friends, neighbors and people that...
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People are friendly. The place is very nice my dad likes it very much. We picked this community because, it was the best place we looked at out of four places.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
We’re asked to wear a lot of hats in life like loving husband, model employee, and supportive parent, but one of the most challenging roles to fill is caregiver. Caregivers are often forced to walk fine lines, lines like being available to keep an eye on their dad in case he takes another fall,...
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8.2
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We had both parents in Memory Care at Mallards Landing most of their time was during COVID. We were very appreciative of the care they received. All protocols and protection were used during lockdown. Out of...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Come enjoy the good life at The Lodge at Mallard's Landing!Our senior living lifestyle offerings provide you with the level of care you may need to live the life you love. Nestled in the greenery of the Pacific Northwest, our customized on-site services and impressive amenities truly set The...
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Someday it did smell like urine when you walked in the door very rare, though.. I did feel like they could have spent more attention with them. Activity director was awesome. It's just staff did not follow...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Olympic Alzheimer’s Residence was completed in 1994 and is a community designed to care for those suffering from memory loss, Alzheimer’s Disease, and related dementias. Residents feel safe and comfortable – nestled in a structure styled after a mountain lodge, with stone fireplaces and broad...
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8.0
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My grandmother moved into Kings Manor just over a week and a half ago and is incredibly happy with her choice. The entire staff was incredibly friendly and kind. The day she moved in we had staff coming to...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Welcome to Kings Manor Senior Living Community, a beautiful non-profit home for assisted living services. We are proud of our distinguished history of providing quality care to seniors in the scenic South Sound area.Our goal at King's Manor is to meet each resident's individual needs while...
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I didn't give them highest marks in some categories, but overall I feel this has been a good experience. We've had few minor problems, but I give them a E for effort. The most significant event was when an...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Mirror Lake Village Senior Living Community is a brand new retirement, assisted living and memory care community located in beautiful Federal Way, Washington. Featuring a distinguished Memory Care program consisting of 45 apartments, Mirror Lake Village Senior Living Community also includes 30...
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The community has a well established director, receptionist, and nursing staff, they have been there for a number of years and do a great job managing the community and care.They offer an activities calendar...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
We are pleased you are considering Cascade Park Vista as your new home. Whether you need care for a loved one, or for yourself, Cascade Park Vistais the perfect choice! Making the transition to a new living situation isn't always easy, but the rewards can be great. Cascade Park Vista is...
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My mom recently moved into the community. The process went smooth from the very first meeting with [name removed], to the day of move in. The nursing team did not miss a beat with managing moms transition...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
A Little Assistance. A Lot of Life.You deserve to upgrade your senior living, and this is a great place to do it. Our community is located in the beautiful city of Tacoma, surrounded by all the conveniences of shopping, fine dining, medical services and nearby entertainment. Our award-winning...
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27 reviews
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The room and toilet not clean for more than a week now. Boarding and lodging cost unreasonable for a elderly person with next to zero income. Yes, I would recommend this community to other families because...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Putting More Life Into Assisted LivingWe think your senior living should have more life in it. Our residents take advantage of assisted living services located in scenic Federal Way, Washington. Our campus is in a lovely, quiet neighborhood just off Pacific Highway South in downtown Federal Way....
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The staff are wonderful, supportive and understanding of my mother in law's condition. The food is good and they offer a variety of choices. The community is clean and they take care of any issues as needed....
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Cascade Park Gardens was constructed in 1995, and is located just West of the Tacoma Mall, Pierce County's dominant shopping center. From the large fireplaces that welcomes you, to our cozy entertainment and activity rooms, you will appreciate the warm and homelike atmosphere of Cascade Park...

Cost of memory care in Tacoma, WA

The average cost of senior living in Tacoma is $4,913 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Puyallup, WA with an average of $4,885 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Tacoma, WA vs. nearby cities

Tacoma, WA
$4,913/mo
$4,980/mo
$5,012/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Tacoma, WA vs. the state and national average

Tacoma, WA
$4,913/mo
U.S. national average
$4,994/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Tacoma vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$4,913/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Tacoma, WA by room type

Semi-Private
$5,784/mo
Studio
$5,051/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,077/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,360/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,111/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Tacoma over time

Tacoma, WAWA stateNational

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What families are saying about memory care in Tacoma

Recent reviews for memory care in Tacoma

Regency Newcastle

4.8
Really enjoyed my stay. Wonderful staff. Breakfast is served a little to early for me.I really like the varirty of activities. I was at Newcastle 14 days i met a lot of nice people with each of them having an interesting story to tell.

Spring Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care in Tacoma, WA

4.0
We are very happy with Spring Ridge. Our Mom is in the memory care facility and she has settled in well! The facility is very nice, clean and the residents are well taken care of.

Brookdale Federal Way

4.0
My loved one was a resident at Brookdale Federal Way for almost a year. The staff was very friendly, but the management with follow-through was terrible. I would not recommend this place for someone who needs to be checked up on frequently.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Compassionate and dedicated staff. Numerous reviews praises the staff's caring nature and commitment to providing excellent care at Fieldstone Memory Care Puyallup and Brookdale Harbor Bay. One resident's family expressed their gratitude for the staff's attentiveness to their loved one's needs and the long-term relationships ...
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Engaging and diverse activities. Residents at Fieldstone Memory Care Puyallup, The Lodge at Mallard's Landing, and The Rivers at Puyallup enjoy an array of activities designed to promote social interaction and mental stimulation. These activities include music therapy, outings, and themed parties.
Thorough and responsive communication. Families appreciate the clear and consistent communication from staff at Brookdale Harbor Bay and Hearthside Manor about their loved ones' care and well-being. Regular meetings and updates help families stay informed and involved.
Welcoming and homelike environment. Reviews for Fieldstone Memory Care Puyallup, The Rivers at Puyallup, and Fieldstone Memory Care Puyallup highlight the warm and inviting atmosphere of these communities. Residents often feel comfortable and at ease in their new living situation.
Private and clean living spaces. Both Gig Harbor at Green Lake Senior Living Memory Care and Meridian at Stone Creek emphasize the importance of having a clean and private living space. The staff at these communities prioritize residents' comfort by ensuring their rooms are well-maintained and personalized.
Adaptable and personalized care. At Meridian at Stone Creek, Brookdale Harbor Bay, and Fieldstone Memory Care Puyallup, staff members go above and beyond to accommodate residents' unique needs. They provide individualized attention to ensure each resident receives the best possible care.
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Tacoma review score based on 276 family reviews

8.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 276 reviews of 43 Tacoma memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Tacoma review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Tacoma review score compared against nearby cities

8.7
Tacoma, WA43 facilities
8.8
Fircrest, WA36 facilities
8.7
Ruston, WA40 facilities

Review subcategories for Tacoma memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 276 reviews of 43 Tacoma memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Tacoma resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Tacoma, WA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.4
Meals & dining
4.0
4.0
Activities
4.0
4.0
Value for cost*
3.9
4.0
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Tacoma memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Tacoma memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Tacoma, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Tacoma memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Tacoma that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Tacoma, WANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
69.8%
65.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
32.6%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90.7%
82.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.7%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
72.1%
71.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25.6%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
90.7%
89.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
48.8%
61.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
81.4%
72.3%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Tacoma memory care

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Tacoma Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Tacoma, WANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
69.8%
74.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
51.2%
46.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
55.8%
70.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23.3%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Tacoma memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Tacoma partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Tacoma, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25.6%
27.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60.5%
44.5%
No sugar
No sugar
51.2%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
60.5%
50.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.6%
17.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Tacoma memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Tacoma communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Tacoma, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
55.8%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
58.1%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
51.2%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
41.9%
23%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Tacoma memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Tacoma offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Tacoma, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
67.4%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
41.9%
33.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
44.2%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
65.1%
54.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
65.1%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69.8%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
55.8%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
58.1%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
55.8%
36.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.8%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
65.1%
47.7%
Dances
Dances
51.2%
31.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
41.9%
21.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
62.8%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Merrill Gardens at Wright Park, Cogir of Kent and Merrill Gardens at Tukwila are the top-rated memory care facilities near Tacoma, Washington. See full list of communities.

There are 48 memory care facilities near Tacoma, Washington. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Tacoma, Washington are Cogir of Kent, Fieldstone Memory Care Puyallup and Gig Harbor Court. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 48 memory care facilities near you in Tacoma, Washington typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Tacoma, Washington, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.

Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Tacoma, Washington, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.

The cost of memory care facilities in Tacoma, Washington ranges from $767 to $12000. The average Memory Care cost in Tacoma, Washington is $4,913. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Tacoma, Washington typically starts at $767. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.

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