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Assisted Living Communities in Sequim, WA
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authentic reviews in Sequim, WA below include Assisted Living facility with 80 reviews. On average in Sequim, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.4 out of 5 stars.
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Susan
5.0
Review of Dungeness Courte Alzheimers Community
My husband was a resident for six monthes until his passing. He had a private room with bath. The room was always clean and warm. I was fortunate to be able to spend six hours a day with him and...
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John
5.0
Review of Trustwell Living at Sinclair Place
Trustwell Living at Sinclair Place was very comfortable. The rooms were wonderful. The staff were excellent people. Just fantastic. The dining area was wonderful. The places where I could go and do...
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Katherine
4.0
Review of Sherwood Assisted Living
Sherwood Assisted Living seemed to be good. The lady was great. They were just having a harder time finding help. The rooms seemed to be quite good. The spaces were quite adequate. The activities...
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Sequim, WA and Nearby Cities
Assisted living rates in Sequim average $5,750 per month, which is affordable compared to the statewide norm of $6,000 but $1,250 higher than the national average. The city is an affordable alternative to Seattle, where assisted living facilities charge $6,750 per month, but other nearby cities may have more cost-effective care. In Longview, rates are well below Sequim’s average at $5,300, and in Yakima, seniors pay just $4,975 for care. Prospective assisted living residents may save about $950 per month in Olympia as an alternative to Sequim.
Sequim
$5,750
Washington
$6,000
United States
$4,500
Seattle
$6,750
Olympia
$4,805
Longview
$5,300
Yakima
$4,975
Paying for Assisted Living in Sequim
In Sequim, assisted living residents pay approximately $5,750 per month for services.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Sequim
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 Sequim, WA
In Sequim, assisted living is the most cost-effective long-term care option, with residents paying an estimated $5,750 per month for care. This is well below the norm for nonmedical in-home care, which costs $6,673, as well as skilled home health care, which averages $7,007. Nursing homes, which are for those who need round-the-clock medical care and monitoring, charge average rates of $10,479 for semiprivate accommodations.
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 Sequim was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Bremerton, was used instead.
Free & Low-Cost Assisted Living Resources in Sequim
Seniors in Sequim can find practical guidance and information from several local resources, including the senior center, the Area Agency on Aging and the long-term care ombudsman. Through these and other resources, current and prospective assisted living residents can find ways to pay for their care, connect with social and recreational programs and sign up for volunteer opportunities.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Retired & Senior Volunteer Program | (360) 477-2574 | RSVP is a nationally recognized program that provides volunteer placement services and training for older adults, helping them serve their community in a variety of capacities. Volunteer opportunities vary throughout the year but may include delivering food to housebound individuals, teaching English as a second language and mentoring at-risk children. |
| Shipley Center | (360) 683-6806 | Shipley Center is a nonprofit senior center that hosts exciting events throughout the year, including high tea, jigsaw puzzle tournaments and community outings, as well as daily activities such as sewing classes, table games, fitness programs and art classes. The center also offers a daily lunch program. |
| Olympic Area Agency on Aging | (888) 571-6559 | The Olympic Area Agency on Aging has information specialists who provide one-on-one consultations and make referrals for community-based programs and services to meet seniors’ needs. It hosts Senior Legal Advice Clinics and has benefits advisors who help seniors apply for public benefits. |
| Lending Closet Program | (360) 452-1511 | The Lending Closet Program provides free medical equipment loans to anyone in the community who needs them. It can help older adults obtain wheelchairs, walkers, canes and hospital beds. The Lending Closet is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday-Thursday and until 1 p.m. on Friday. |
| Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program | (800) 801-0060 | The long-term care ombudsman serves as a third-party advocate for seniors in assisted living facilities. Seniors can contact the ombudsman for clarification on their rights as residents or to get help with resolving conflicts or problems with substandard care. |
| Northwest Justice Project | (866) 402-4452 | The Northwest Justice Project provides free legal aid to those aged 60 and over in Sequim. Through the Port Angeles office, seniors can get one-on-one help with applying for public or veterans’ benefits or understanding assisted living contracts. |
| Northwest Veterans Resource Center | (360) 797-1791 | The Northwest Veterans Resource Center can help older veterans in Sequim prepare and submit applications for benefits such as Aid and Attendance. The office can also follow up on application statuses or help veterans appeal adverse decisions. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Sequim
Sequim 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.
