Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Federal Way, WA below include 56 Assisted Living facilities with 1091 reviews. On average in Federal Way, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.2 out of 5 stars.
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32290 1st Avenue South, Federal Way, WA, 98003
4.2
(35 reviews)
"We toured Brookdale Foundation House three weeks ago. I like the community. I like the overall amenities. I don't know all the amenities, but they seem to have more to offer. I like their rooms. I saw some rooms, and they were clean and roomy. They s..."
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31200 23rd Avenue South, Federal Way, WA, 98003
4.5
(27 reviews)
"GenCare Federal Way was wonderful. It had a very relaxing atmosphere. It was easy to move around there. It's well taken care of. Their gluten-free diet was a big plus. I loved it. The staff was very friendly and attentive. They have bingo, puzzles, a..."
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31002 14th Ave. South, Federal Way, WA, 98003
4.0
(23 reviews)
"Brookdale Federal Way was a wonderful facility. I thought it was excellent. My wife immediately took to all the people there. They were nice to her. The people that were of her age were very nice to her when we went into the facility. She wanted to s..."
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35419 1st Ave S, Federal Way, WA, 98003
4.3
(13 reviews)
"My aunt has been with Village Green Retirement Campus for 12 years and it's a great place. The staff's attitudes are really great. The front desk staff are very good. She had a two-bedroom apartment and it's very nice. Each have their own washing mac..."
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3775 SW 319th St, Federal Way, WA, 98023
"Twin Lake Adult Family Home is right by Twin Lakes Golf Course, and is conveniently close to shopping, restaurants and medical care. We off..."
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31000 9th PL SW, Federal Way, WA, 98023
4.8
(6 reviews)
"Mirror Lake Village is a senior living community located in Federal Way, WA offering independent living cottages, assisted living and memory..."
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32013 41st Ave SW, Federal Way, WA, 98023
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Mom is at Yitref Adult Family Home. I love the staff. They're very friendly and caring. They've worked with us with our financial situation. For what I'm looking for, it's kind of exactly what we wanted. It doesn't feel like a facility. It feels like..."
READ MORE31205 8th Avenue S., Federal Way, WA, 98003
4.2
(5 reviews)
"I have been associated with Federal Way Quality Care since February, 2011 as my mother became a patient at that time. I was worried about her being happy there but to my surprise she settled right in and made friends and really cared that Rosie, Bab..."
READ MORE2804 SW 315th St, Federal Way, WA, 98023
4.0
(1 reviews)
"Marine View Adult Family Home was my favorite house. The rooms were large. They had real up-to-date decor. It was very clean and it had a good open feel to it. I liked this house the best physically. They had three open rooms and they were very low o..."
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31813 10th Pl SW, Federal Way, WA, 98023
4.0
(1 reviews)
"We put mom into an adult family home called New Day Senior Living and we're doing fine. We chose it because of the owner. She seems the most caring and the most compassionate of all the people we met. It's more than assisted living. They have three p..."
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2704 SW 314th St, Federal Way, WA, 98023
4.0
(1 reviews)
"All Saints Adult Family Home was a very nice home and very clean. The attendant was friendly. It just looked like a very nice place. It seemed that the residents were kind of isolated a little bit, and that was a concern. They had courtyards and an e..."
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491 S 338th Street, Federal Way, WA, 98003
3.3
(6 reviews)
"My Husband was in the Garden Terrace Rehab in Federal WA from the 29th of June to the 25th of July. I cannot express our Thanks for such efficient care he received during his rehab visit. I would like to express our thanks for the care from Melinda..."
READ MORE1045 SOUTH 308TH STREET, Federal Way, WA, 98003
3.2
(5 reviews)
"Life Care Center of Federal Way, located in Federal Way, Washington, offers care types such as Memory Care and Assisted Living. The communit..."
READ MORE33600 6th Avenue South. Suite 100 , Federal Way, WA, 98003
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READ MORE2324 SW 300th Street, Federal Way, WA, 98023
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516 Kenosia Ave S, Kent, WA, 98030
4.6
(67 reviews)
"We toured Farrington Court. The staff members were very friendly. They know all the people's names. The executive director was wonderful. I was impressed with the facility. The second time I went in, I took my mother. We ate lunch there, which was wo..."
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1111 S 376th St, Milton, WA, 98354
4.5
(62 reviews)
"We moved my brother to Meridian at Stone Creek. We chose this place because he wanted to be around more people. We also like it because it's not that far from where his house was. They seem to have really friendly people and some nice spaces for them..."
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4970 Main Street, Tacoma, WA, 98407
4.5
(15 reviews)
"We will be moving into GenCare LifeStyle at Point Ruston. The facility is excellent. It's almost brand new. It was only opened up just before the pandemic. The apartment is excellent. It hasn't been lived in yet, so we're the first occupants. We're g..."
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2901 I Street NE, Auburn, WA, 98002
4.4
(18 reviews)
"I went to Village Concepts of Auburn-Brannan Park. Even though it seems like it's an old building, for some reason I got a feeling that it was a little friendlier, and even the residents were a little friendlier. They were updating it, so that was ni..."
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945 22nd St NE, Auburn, WA, 98002
4.0
(19 reviews)
"I toured Prestige Senior Living Auburn Meadows. Everyone was very friendly. They asked me good questions. It was close to my home which is a plus. They did show me two different rooms. They looked nice and adequate, and they had a nice dining room. T..."
READ MORESeniors in Federal Way pay $5,750 for assisted living, which is very high compared to the national norm of $4,500 but economical compared to Washington’s average of $6,000. In Seattle, care costs are $1,000 higher than in Federal Way at $6,750, but in Mount Vernon, rates are a little lower at $5,500. Seniors in Longview pay $5,300, $450 less than in Federal Way, and in Olympia, costs are nearly $1,000 less at $4,805.
Federal Way
$5,750
Washington
$6,000
United States
$4,500
Seattle
$6,750
Olympia
$4,805
Longview
$5,300
Mount Vernon
$5,500
While care costs may vary depending on factors such as location and amenities, monthly assisted living rates in Federal Way average $5,750.
Some financial assistance is available in Washington via Medicaid for assisted living, depending on circumstances. Available programs in the state include a Home and Community-Based Services waiver known as the Community Options Program Entry System (COPES), as well as the Medicaid Personal Care (MPC) program. Assisted living support is also available through the Community First Choice Option (CFCO) and the New Freedom Program.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Washington page.
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:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Washington page.
Assisted living is one of the more affordable long-term care options in Federal Way, with seniors paying approximately $5,750 for monthly care. Cost data for adult day health care isn’t available locally, but statewide, rates average $2,600, so this may be a cost-effective alternative for some seniors. In-home care is costlier than assisted living at $6,673, and seniors who need skilled nursing at home pay $7,007 for home health care. Nursing home care is pricier, with monthly costs starting at $10,479.
In-Home Care
$6,673
Home Health Care
$7,007
Assisted Living Facility
$5,750
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$10,479
Note: Data for Federal Way was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Bremerton, was used instead.
Federal Way has numerous nonprofit government and private organizations and programs to help seniors understand their long-term care options, find ways to pay for assisted living and connect with community-based services that meet their needs. The following table provides current information on local resources for seniors in Federal Way.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Seattle/King County Area Agency on Aging | (206) 684-0660 | The Area Agency on Aging administers a range of services to those aged 60 and over to promote their independence and well-being. Seniors in Federal Way can contact the agency for personalized assistance with researching assisted living facilities and finding options for paying for care. |
| Federal Way Senior Center | (253) 838-3604 | The Federal Way Senior center hosts activities for older adults in the city. Members participate in activities, such as sewing circle, social bingo, crafts and table games, and live entertainment is available throughout the month. The center is also available to rent for private gatherings. |
| Federal Way Vet Center | (253) 838-3090 | The Federal Way Vet Center provides confidential, personalized assistance to older veterans in the city, helping them apply for programs and services available through the state and the federal Veterans’ Administration. The center can help seniors apply for programs, such as Aid and Attendance, and determine whether they qualify for veterans’ home placement. |
| Retired and Senior Volunteer Program | (206) 694-6785 | RSVP is a volunteer network open to Federal Way area residents aged 55 and over. Service opportunities vary throughout the year but may include reading with school-aged children, assisting those affected by natural disasters and teaching English as a second language. |
| Northwest Justice Project | (888) 201-1012 | Northwest Justice Project provides civil legal services at no cost to those aged 60 and over in Federal Way. Seniors can contact the office for help with navigating care-related issues that arise in assisted living and with applying for state and federal financial assistance programs. |
The Washington State Department of Social and Health Services governs assisted living facilities in Federal Way and the rest of the state. It publishes guidelines related to minimum care, housing and nutrition service standards, and it has an up-to-date directory of all licensed assisted living facilities in the state.
Federal Way Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living facilities in Washington are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Washington page for more information about these laws.
Assisted Living
Ron81
4.0
Review of Brookdale Foundation House
I toured Brookdale Foundation House. The layout of the place and the cleanliness were very nice. The food is good. The staff who showed us around was exceptional. I don't like the upstairs apartment.
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Jodie
4.0
Review of Brookdale Foundation House
My husband moved to Brookdale Foundation House. It's a beautiful property. They got trees all around it and everything was really nice but the food wasn't as good as the other community. It was all...
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Anonymous
2.0
Review of Brookdale Federal Way
Brookdale Federal Way experienced high management and staff turnover in the past couple of years, and my parent's quality of care suffered. Activities seldom happened, if they were scheduled at all...
Provider response
Thank you for choosing Brookdale and taking the time to share your feedback. We would welcome an opportunity to discuss any concerns you may have and encourage you to contact our management team.
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