Assisted Living Communities in Buckley, Washington
Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Buckley, WA below include 8 Assisted Living facilities with 497 reviews. On average in Buckley, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.8 out of 5 stars.
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"I really liked Heritage House. I liked the setup. It seemed clean, and the rooms were nice. The people working there seemed very nice. My dad went there after the hospital.
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"My stepdad is in Cedar Ridge by Bonaventure. It's a very nice place and very well-taken care of. The staff is really good, they bend over backward for you. It's just a very nice facility. He's got a studio, it's got a good layout, and it has a small ..."
"It is very nice. It is very clean and the staff is very nice. They have a lot of activities. The people who live there are like having a small apartment type of living instead of being stuck in a care facility. The food looked pretty decent and went ..."
"My mother-in-law is at Julie's Place. It's perfect. She is getting the best care ever. The staff are caring, qualified, and friendly. They couldn't be nicer. The place is safe, clean and organized. I have not had any meal there, but I see what they f..."
"It seemed like the apartment at High Point Village was really good and had plenty of closet space. Most of the apartments I visited had their own washer and dryer. It looked like everyone was having a good time. The dining room was great and the atmo..."
17702 Cascadia Boulevard East, Bonney Lake, WA, 98391
4.3
(3 reviews)
"My mom moved into Wesley at Tehaleh, and it was great. The facility was newly built. They just opened it two years ago. It's very close to where I live, so it helps me to care for my mom and get there when I need to. The facility is very clean. They ..."
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Buckley, WA and Nearby Cities
Puyallup
$4,445
Buckley
$4,295
Bonney Lake
$4,190
Auburn
$4,153
US
$4,000
Enumclaw
$3,683
Sumner
$3,526
Maple Valley
$2,500
Paying for Assisted Living in Buckley
Assisted Living costs in Buckley start around $4,295 per month on average,
while the nationwide average cost of
assisted living is $4,000 per month, according to the latest figures from Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey.
It’s important to note that assisted living rates in Buckley and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such
as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Buckley
While the state doesn't offer an Optional State Supplement (OSS), it does cap room and board charges for Social Security income recipients, and it does allow for family supplementation where Medicaid doesn't cover items or services that are provided in assisted living facilities.
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:
Buckley and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies
and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or
currently residing in an assisted living
community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as
geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding
home care and health and wellness programs.
Buckley is located in Pierce County, Washington, and sits at the base of Mount Ranier. It's well known for its annual Log Show, which attracts visitors from all over the state. Buckley is also renowned for its beautiful scenery and friendly, small-town charm. The county is home to more than 875,000 residents, 13.4 percent of whom are over the age of 65. While there's only one assisted living facility located in Buckley, an additional 21 are located in nearby areas such as Bonney Lake, Milton and Auburn.
Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Buckley
Buckley has an array of community resources available to seniors, including group classes that teach seniors fitness, computer skills and art, as well as one senior center.
The Buckley area is home to world-class medical facilities, including Franciscan St. Elizabeth Hospital, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
The state of Washington has no state income tax, meaning that seniors are able to retain more of their Social Security and other retirement income to use towards the cost of assisted living.
Beyond the Borders offers transportation options including shared ride and dial-a-ride services throughout the county, making it easier for seniors to safely travel throughout Buckley and the surrounding area.
Seniors with respiratory illnesses don't need to worry about breathing the air in Buckley, as the air quality has been given a passing grade by the American Lung Association.
The overall cost of living in Buckley is nearly 35 percent higher than the U.S. average. Seniors with limited income may want to consider assisted living in a less expensive area.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Buckley
Buckley-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.
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Review of Heritage House Buckley
I toured Heritage House. It was very nice and probably the best priced from the ones I’ve seen. It has an assisted living section and a memory care section. They had quite a long waiting list, so...
I really liked Heritage House. I liked the setup. It seemed clean, and the rooms were nice. The people working there seemed very nice. My dad went there after the hospital.
my sister and I prayed and prayed for God to show us the BEST place for our mom....turned out...it was heritage house in buckley wa.....everyone there was fabulous...the love & attention our mom...