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Assisted Living Communities in East Wenatchee, WA
East Wenatchee spans less than ...
4 square miles in Washington’s Douglas County, roughly midway between Seattle and Yakima. It ranks among the costlier places in Washington and the United States for assisted living, with local rates hovering near $9,000 per month in 2024, compared to the statewide median of $6,138 and the national norm of $5,350. Fortunately, the region offers a varied selection of assisted living facilities, including within East Wenatchee proper and in adjacent communities.
Our guide includes 91 reviews reviews of local assisted living communities, which indicate a typical quality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars stars.
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Shirley
5.0
Review of East Wenatchee Senior Living
I'm very pleased with East Wenatchee. I didn't see anything that made me doubt anything. It's lovely and it has a lot of activities for the folks. I spoke with several of the residents and they...
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NecroticNerd
1.0
Review of Kadie Glen Assisted Living
I am handicap and was informed I'm moving in to this place. On moving day they informed me that they don't accommodate persons in wheelchairs.This place is highly unprofessional and should be avoided.
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Caseworker
5.0
Review of Kadie Glen Assisted Living
As a hospital case manager looking to place someone in assisted living, I was thoroughly impressed with the professionalism, care and compassion of the director of nursing at Kadie G., Jenny...
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The Cost of Assisted Living in East Wenatchee, WA and Nearby Cities
According to the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, assisted living facilities in East Wenatchee charge around $9,000 per month, which tracks well over the state norm of $6,138 and exceeds costs in other cities in southern Washington. For example, in Spokane, rates hover near $6,189, and facilities in Olympia charge roughly $5,050. In Kennewick, rates run even lower at approximately $3,950.
East Wenatchee
$9,000
Washington
$6,138
The United States
$5,350
Kennewick
$3,950
Spokane
$6,189
Olympia
$5,050
Bremerton
$8,440
Paying for Assisted Living in East Wenatchee, WA
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in East Wenatchee
There are Medicaid programs offered by the state of Washington to pay for the cost of ALF services in East Wenatchee. 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 East Wenatchee, WA
Seniors in East Wenatchee pay assisted living rates of around $9,000 per month. By comparison, home health care agencies charge lower fees of about $7,055. However, assisted living costs less than nursing home care, which trends near $10,874 for semi-private accommodations.
Home Health Care
$7,055
Assisted Living Facility
$9,000
Nursing Home Care (semi-private room)
$10,874
Note: Since data for East Wenatchee is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Yakima, instead.
Free Assisted Living Resources in East Wenatchee
Seniors who live in or are considering moving to an assisted living facility have access to a range of resources designed to support them as they age. Services such as social activities, exercise programs and benefits counseling are available through local government agencies and nonprofit organizations.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Aging and Adult Care of Central Washington | (509) 886-0700 | Aging and Adult Care of Central Washington is the Area Agency on Aging for six counties in the central Washington area, including Douglas County. Its Information and Assistance program provides information, referrals and client advocacy for seniors in the area. Seniors can also access legal, nutrition and transport assistance through AACCW. |
| Wenatchee Valley Senior Activity Center | (509) 662-7036 | The Wenatchee Valley Senior Activity Center offers social activities available for older adults in the area, including games, exercise classes and travel opportunities. It also arranges services for seniors such as health insurance counseling and legal assistance. Lunch is available on weekdays, and there’s a thrift shop on the premises. |
| Douglas County Veterans Assistance Program | (509) 683-3605 | The Douglas County Veterans Assistance Program is available to help people in the area who served in the U.S. military. The Veterans Service Officer can help veterans and their families access relief funds and apply for VA benefits, health care and pensions. The service is mobile, so the VSO can travel to locations within Douglas County by appointment. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in East Wenatchee
East Wenatchee-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.
