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The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Mercer Island, WA for 2024

Located in the Seattle Metropolitan Area, Mercer Island offers beach views, along with diverse long-term care options, including 5 assisted living facilities within the city and 76 more nearby. Seniors in this region expect to pay approximately $7,650 per month for this level of care. By comparison, the state median runs hundreds of dollars lower at $6,138, and nationally, the norm comes in around $5,350.

On average, assisted living facilities in the Mercer Island Region receive a consumer satisfaction rating of 4.21 out of 5 stars stars. Check out the 1354 reviews reviews in our directory to learn more about this rating.

 

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Mercer Island

Assisted living communities on Mercer Island comply with regulations set by the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services, Aging and Long-Term Support Administration. This department requires assisted living facilities to obtain annual licensing and undergo regular inspections. It also publishes information on factors to consider when choosing a long-term care facility.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Mercer Island

  • King County, where Mercer Island sits, ranks second in the state across 39 ranked counties for health factors and outcomes, which may point to a supportive environment for aging residents. Annually, about 57% of Medicare beneficiaries get the flu shot, exceeding the national average of 51% and reducing the spread of seasonal illnesses in local assisted living facilities. Additionally, the county reports just 1,764 preventable hospital stays per 100,000 Medicare enrollees, which runs significantly lower than state and national norms and can bring down the cost of health care for assisted living residents.
  • Living costs in Mercer Island exceed national norms by an average of 37%, which may drive up assisted living costs and make the city impractical for those with limited access to financial resources. Fortunately, health care costs come in about 18% below the nationwide benchmark, supporting those managing ongoing health conditions, and programs such as the state-funded Residential Support Waiver help qualified seniors afford local assisted living services.
  • Violent crime occurs at a rate of about one incident per 1,000 people annually on Mercer Island, compared to the state norm of 3.76 incidents and the national average of 4.0. Property crime also occurs less here than in the state and nation as a whole, with the city reporting about 17 incidents per 1,000 people in a given year. Several neighborhoods have even less crime, including Mercer Island South and Roanoke, which may appeal to prospective assisted living residents with safety concerns.
  • Washington’s lack of state income tax means seniors on Mercer Island retain a higher portion of their retirement income, which may help them afford local assisted living costs. The state fully exempts prescription drugs, newspapers and groceries from sales tax, which may help seniors save money on the items they purchase most often.
  •  Mercer Island scores 59 points on the AARP Livability Index, exceeding the U.S. city norm by 11 points. It offers a range of age-friendly amenities, including about 3.7 cultural destinations per 10,000 people and six parks and roughly two grocery stores within half a mile of anywhere in the city.

 

Paying for Assisted Living in Mercer Island

Mercer Island's assisted living communities charge a monthly median rate of $7,650.

 

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

Seniors on Mercer Island pay around $7,650 monthly for assisted living, with local rates outpacing Washington’s typical rate of approximately $6,138, as well as the national median of $5,350. Several nearby cities offer more economically priced care, including Mount Vernon and Olympia, where respective rates come to $6,391 and $5,050. However, Mercer Island offers a budget-friendly alternative to cities such as Bremerton, where facilities charge around an additional $790 per month, and Walla Walla, where rates exceed Mercer Island’s median by about $2,060.

Mercer Island

$7,650

Washington

$6,138

United States

$5,350

Bremerton

$8,440

Olympia

$5,050

Walla Walla

$9,705

Mount Vernon

$6,391

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Assisted living costs on Mercer Island come to about $7,650 per month. By comparison, seniors who obtain personal care services, such as medication reminders and help with getting dressed in their own homes, pay around $5,529 for in-home care. Additionally, seniors spend about $600 less on adult day health care, a nonresidential option with personal care and light skilled nursing support. Even so, assisted living costs hundreds of dollars less than home health care, which accommodates seniors who need skilled nursing at home for about $8,389 monthly. Nursing homes, which provide skilled nursing services and 24-hour medical support, also charge higher monthly rates of around $12,167.

In-Home Care

$5,529

Home Health Care

$8,389

Adult Day Health Care

$7,042

Assisted Living Facility

$7,650

Nursing Home Care (semi-private room)

$12,167

Note: Data for Mercer Island was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Seattle, was used instead.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Mercer Island

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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.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Mercer Island

Mercer Island 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.

To see a list of free assisted living resources in Mercer Island, please visit our Assisted Living in Washington page.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Mercer Island

Mercer Island 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.

Laws and Regulations in Washington

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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NatashaBoyer

I visited this facility

Review of Aljoya Mercer Island

Staff are friendly and knowledgeable the facility was well maintained and and adhered to the best housekeeping policies and procedures.

Provider response

Thank you, Natasha! It's very valuable to know that our staff and property (so integral to the safe and inviting home lives of our residents) have made such a great impression. We do hope that you...

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Assisted Living

Connie

I visited this facility

Review of Island House

My stepdad will be moving into Island House. We toured it three different times. Living in a place on Mercer Island is the first priority for him. It's just a lot more comfortable to me compared to...

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Assisted Living

Connie

I visited this facility

Review of Aegis Living Mercer Island

Aegis Living Mercer Island is just gorgeous. It's new, so everything in there is big and impressive. They have great staff, and it was a great tour. Everything is just top-notch there. It's also...

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