
69 Assisted Living Facilities near Mercer Island, WA
There are 69 Assisted Living Facilities in the Mercer Island area, with 4 in Mercer Island and 65 nearby.
The average cost of assisted living in Mercer Island is $3,922 per month. This is higher than the national median of $3,500. Cheaper nearby regions include Seattle with an average starting cost of $3,513.
To help you with your search, browse the 229 reviews below for assisted living facilities in Mercer Island. On average, consumers rate assisted living in Mercer Island 4.0 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Bellevue with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Caring.com has helped thousands of families find high-quality senior care. To speak with one of our Family Advisors about assisted living options and costs in Mercer Island, call (855) 863-8283.
Top 10 Assisted Living Facilities in Mercer Island, WA
Sunrise of Mercer Island
Island House
Aljoya Mercer Island
Twilight Adult Family Homes
Overlake Terrace
Sunrise of Bellevue
Sagebrook Senior Living at Bellevue
The Bellettini
GenCare The Lodge at Eagle Ridge
Queen Anne Manor Senior Living
Cogir of Queen Anne
Peters Creek Retirement, Assisted Liv...
Brookdale West Seattle
Brookdale Admiral Heights
Brookdale Renton
Regency Newcastle
Queen Anne Healthcare
Holden Southcenter-Opening in May 2021!
Empress Senior Living
The Lakeshore
Merrill Gardens at Kirkland
Merrill Gardens at Renton Centre
Providence Mount St. Vincent Assisted...
Sunrise of Redmond
Nikkei Manor Assisted Living
Progress Adult Family Home
Heritage House At the Market
Aegis of West Seattle
Aegis of Marymoor
Sea Mar Community Health Center
Skyline Health Services
Daystar Retirement Village
Merrill Gardens at First Hill
Evergreen Court Retirement Homes
Park Place Retirement and Assisted Li...
Bayview
Bethany Adult Family Home
Patriots Glen Assisted Living & Memor...
Aegis Living Madison
Lakeview of Kirkland
Aegis Living Bellevue
The Gardens at Town Square
Gaffney House
ICHS Legacy House
Sunset Adult Family Home
Leisure Senior Care Center Adult Fami...
Fred Lind Manor
Merrill Gardens at the University
Philanthropia Adult Family Home
Pacific Elderly Care
Bellevue Elderly Care
Bethesda Lutheran Communities 19Th St...
Bethesda Lutheran Communities Olympia...
The Park at Belle Harbour
What to Consider About Assisted Living in Mercer Island
Situated on an island in southern Lake Washington just five miles southeast of Seattle, Mercer Island is a quiet, scenic alternative for seniors wishing to reside outside of the big city. The island is home to many seniors, with 20.3 percent of the residents over the age of 65. This large population is served by four assisted living facilities (ALFs) on the island. All ALFs in Mercer Island are regulated by the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services and are defined as facilities that offer room and board and assistance with daily living activities.
Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Mercer Island
- The cost of living in Mercer Island is 188.5 percent higher than the U.S. average. While housing is the biggest factor in this percentage, grocery, transportation and health care costs are all slightly above national medians.
- Mercer Island has a relatively comfortable year-round climate, scoring a 78 out of 100 on Sperling’s Comfort Index. Winters can be a bit chilly, but temperatures generally do not drop below 36 degrees in January. Summers are warm and dry and the average rainfall per year comes in at around 37 inches, below the national average of 39 inches. The city gets very little snow, only around 5 inches per year.
- Residents of Washington enjoy tax-free Social Security income, leaving more money in their budget to help pay for assisted living costs. Pensions and retirement accounts are also not taxed.
- Seniors can get around the island easily on the bus, with four Metro Routes and two Sound Transit Routes. These routes also make trips to Seattle. Seniors over 65 may apply for a reduced fare permit.
- The city is a safe place for seniors to live and enjoys low violent and property crime rates scoring a 15.7 for violent crime and 21.9 for property crime on a scale of 1 to 100, with 1 being the lowest crime. This is well below the U.S. averages of 31.1 and 38.1, respectively. Mercer Island is safer than 32 percent of U.S. cities.
- Mercer Island has an array of community resources for seniors, including the city’s Parks and Recreation Department’s Senior Social program, an organization that provides arts and crafts, exercise programs, classes and games at the Mercer Island Community and Event Center.
Paying for Assisted Living in Mercer Island
Average Monthly Costs
Cities in Washington
Assisted Living costs in Mercer Island start around $3,922 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 Mercer Island 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 Mercer Island
There are three Medicaid programs that help seniors with financial support for assisted living: Community First Choice Option (CFCO), the Medicaid Personal Care (MPC) program and the Washington Medical COPES (Community Options Program Entry System) Waiver, a Community Based Services (HCBS) Medicaid Waiver.
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.
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-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.


Other Options in Mercer Island, WA
Recent Reviews of Assisted Living in Mercer Island
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Review of Sunrise of Mercer Island
We looked at Sunrise of Mercer Island. They are mostly memory care and my mom and dad don't need memory care. The staff was great and the lady that we talked to gave us all kinds of information. Sh... Read more
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Review of Sunrise of Mercer Island
The care at Sunrise of Mercer Island was fantastic. The nurses who came out and evaluated Dad were very attentive. I probably got a phone call from them at least every other day. The people who wer... Read more
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Review of Sunrise of Mercer Island
The people at Sunrise of Mercer Island did not really follow up with us. It seemed clean. The apartment we looked at was a one-bedroom, and it was a little bit dark. I thought the tour was very nic... Read more
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