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Assisted Living Communities in Arlington, Washington

Arlington sits between Seattle and Mount Vernon in northwestern Washington. The small city and its surrounding areas feature 114 assisted living communities, which charge approximately $6,391...

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The Cost of Assisted Living in Arlington, WA and Nearby Cities

According to the Genworth 2024 Cost of Care Survey, Arlington's assisted living communities charge moderate fees compared to other cities in Washington. Walla Walla features the highest reported rate of $9,705 per month, while Kennewick has significantly lower prices than Arlington at about $3,950. Likewise, assisted living costs more in Seattle at roughly $7,650, but it's generally cheaper in Olympia at $5,050.

Arlington

$6,391

Washington

$6,138

United States

$5,350

Seattle

$7,650

Walla Walla

$9,705

Kennewick

$3,950

Olympia

$5,050

Paying for Assisted Living in Arlington

Nationally, seniors pay $4,300 per month for assisted living, but fees vary considerably throughout the country depending on state regulations. Washington is one of the pricier states for assisted living, with monthly rates averaging $5,750. In Arlington, care costs are slightly higher at $5,850.  

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Arlington

There are Medicaid programs offered by the state of Washington to pay for the cost of ALF services in Arlington. 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.

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

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:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Washington page.

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Living in Arlington, WA

In Arlington, assisted living costs about $6,391 per month. In-home care requires a much higher fee of around $8,580, making it $2,189 costlier than assisted living. On the other hand, local nursing home facilities, designed uniquely for seniors requiring 24/7 medical supervision, typically charge about $4,563. 

In-Home Care

$8,580

Assisted Living Facility

$6,391

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$4,563

Note: Since data for Arlington is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Mount Vernon, instead.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Arlington

Arlington seniors can contact several agencies for one-on-one help with planning for their long-term care. Through the following resources, individuals can access expert financial and legal assistance, information and referrals for services in the community and social and recreational activities.  

ResourceContactService
Snohomish County Long Term Care & Aging(425) 262-2557The Snohomish County Long Term Care & Aging serves as the Area Agency on Aging for the Arlington region. It administers a range of services to those aged 60 and over, including geriatric depression screenings, nutrition programs, volunteer-based transportation services and information and referrals for community programs. The agency also provides one-on-one benefits screenings to help seniors determine eligibility for prescription drug assistance, health insurance, income assistance, tax relief or veterans’ benefits.
Stilly Valley Center(360) 653-4551Members at Stilly Valley Center, the local senior center, participate in social and recreational activities, such as games, holiday parties, age-friendly fitness classes, educational classes and special interest clubs. The center provides medical equipment loans, has a foot clinic and offers acupuncture. It also provides free health insurance options counseling.
Everett Vet Center(425) 252-9701Everett Vet Center is located about 25 miles south of Arlington, making it the closest vet center to the city. This office provides in-person and over-the-phone assistance for veterans, helping them identify programs and benefits they’re eligible for, including some that may help pay for assisted living. The office can also screen individuals for eligibility for health insurance, medical care and veterans’ home placement.
Snohomish County Legal Services(425) 258-9283Snohomish County Legal Services can help older adults resolve issues related to assisted living, such as problems with intake and discharge procedures, care planning and billing.
Long Term Care Ombudsman Program(800) 562-6028The Long Term Care Ombudsman Program advocates on behalf of seniors in assisted living. Through this program, assisted living residents can get one-on-one help with understanding their rights and obtaining all the services in their care plans.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Arlington

Arlington-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.

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Jozette

I visited this facility

Review of Cascade Valley Senior Living

Arlington is a great town and Cascade Valley Senior Living is a great clean facility. Their quality was very comparable to others. The floor plan was very adequate. It was clean. We didn't see a...

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Daughter of a resident

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Fields Senior Living at Smokey Point

My mom has been a resident from approximately month 2 of Fields Senior Living being open. The facility is beautiful. There have been wonderful, passionate people in each position and they don't...

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Don24

I visited this facility

Review of Cascade Valley Senior Living

I toured Cascade Valley Senior Living. It is fairly small. The location is very nice. The environment is positive. The people were friendly. It seemed like there were no bad odors. It seemed to be...

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