Legacy Adult Family Homes
404 N. Conway St., Kennewick, WA, 99337
Pasco is one of four communities making up the Tri-Cities region of southeast Washington, an area renowned for its 2,945 square miles of natural beauty. Of Pasco’s 79,315 inhabitants, more than 7,100 are adults aged 65+, drawn to the city’s historic downtown area, world-class wineries, water sports and wide variety of outdoor recreational activities for people of all ages and interests to enjoy.
Older adults requiring help with everyday tasks could benefit from assisted living. These communities offer a comfortable and safe environment where seniors can enjoy their retirement without worrying about household chores. Caregivers provide personal care services 24/7, and a calendar of wellness, educational and fun activities ensures residents remain active and have plenty of opportunities to socialize. Assisted living communities in Pasco charge an average of $5,225 per month, higher than the national average but 13% less than the Washington median.
This guide looks at the pros and cons of retiring in Pasco and discusses the cost of assisted living versus other senior care options. It also lists several local resources that offer advice and support to seniors and their families to help them make the best choices for the future.
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404 N. Conway St., Kennewick, WA, 99337
The Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) oversees the licensing and certification of assisted living communities in Pasco through its Aging and Long-Term Support Administration. DSHS ensures all facilities adhere to state and federal regulations so that seniors residing in long-term care can live with dignity in a safe environment while maintaining their independence.
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Seniors in Pasco spend an average of $5,225 per month residing in an assisted living community.
At $5,225, assisted living costs in Pasco are 16% above the national average of $4,500. However, the city is one of the most affordable in Washington, as rates are $775 lower than the state median. In nearby Walla Walla, assisted living communities charge 38% less than those in Pasco, while towards the west in Longview, monthly rates are more comparable at $5,300 per month. Seniors to the north in Wenatchee pay about 10% more than retirees in Pasco, and rates soar by 29% in Seattle, where the average cost of assisted living is $6,750.
Pasco
$5,225
Washington
$6,000
United States
$4,500
Walla Walla
$3,211
Seattle
$6,750
Wenatchee
$5,750
Longview
$5,300
Assisted living is one of the most affordable types of senior care in Pasco at $5,225, only surpassed by adult day care facilities that charge 66% less for daytime services. Retirees choosing to remain in their own homes pay $972 more to employ an in-home care agency. Unlike elsewhere in the country, seniors don’t pay a premium for the additional basic medical services offered by home health care providers. Seniors requiring round-the-clock skilled nursing care spend the most on senior care, with nursing home facilities charging $9,581 for a semi-private room, an increase of 83%.
In-Home Care
$6,197
Home Health Care
$6,197
Adult Day Health Care
$1,749
Assisted Living Facility
$5,225
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$9,581
Note: Data for Pasco was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Kennewick, was used instead.
Seniors looking into financial assistance for assisted living care in the Pasco area may qualify for aid through the Medicaid Community Options Program Entry System (COPES), Community First Choice (CFC), Medicaid Personal Care (MPC) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) programs.
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.
Pasco 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 Pasco, please visit our Assisted Living in Washington page.
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Pasco 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.
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