Mirror Lake Village
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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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..."
READ MORE1016 29th St. NW, Gig Harbor, WA, 98335
4.3
(11 reviews)
"We were impressed with Harbor Place at Cottesmore. It was just beautiful and they had many common rooms that people could use. I've never seen a place quite like that. They only had one vacancy at that time which was a studio and it was empty, but it..."
READ MORE3213 45th Street Court NW, Gig Harbor, WA, 98335
4.2
(13 reviews)
"My dad is at Gig Harbor Court. I like the fact that it's a little bit smaller. It's kind of a boutique facility, so it's only got like 80 people versus 300 people. I like the people a lot. The whole staff, no matter what their job is, is involved in ..."
READ MORE3120 Locust Ave W, University Place, WA, 98466
5.0
(1 reviews)
"I've chosen River Rock Adult Family Home for mom because it was a very nice facility, the people were nice, it looked comfortable, it smelled good, and it is close to my home. It just fit all those little buckets, and they had a space available. She ..."
READ MORE32013 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 MORE2909 14th Avenue NW, Gig Harbor, WA, 98335
4.2
(6 reviews)
"I visited a couple of different places, one of which is Cottesmore of Life Care. The staff were very professional. It's a little bit more of a modern facility, so it looked newer and definitely clean. I didn’t try the food there, but it seemed OK. My..."
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31205 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..."
READ MORE31813 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..."
READ MORE491 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..."
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3.2
(5 reviews)
10420 Gravelly Lake Dr S.W., Lakewood, WA, 98499
2.0
(1 reviews)
"I toured the Maple Creek of Lakewood. I was pretty disappointed because it's a very old building. The apartment that he was offering me was a little tiny room, for the three thousand a month that I was paying in another place. It would be just big en..."
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2324 SW 300th Street, Federal Way, WA, 98023
209 19th Street NW, Puyallup, WA, 98371
"Cardinals Cottage Adult Family Home is a locally owned assisted living care home with 6 residents. Cardinals Cottage Adult Family Home is lo..."
READ MORE8907 Gravelly Lake Dr SW Unit B, Lakewood, WA, 98499
"At GraceMercy, we are committed to providing holistic care to an individual's meaning of life and we treat the whole person and return contr..."
READ MOREThe Washington State Department of Social and Health Services provides guidelines and licensing for assisted living facilities through its Aging and Long-Term Support Administration page. The agency ensures all rules and regulations are being adhered to by performing regularly scheduled facility inspections and unannounced visits.
When trying to decide how to pay for assisted living, one of the first questions that comes up is "How much does it cost?" With the impact of inflation, it's more important than ever to have up-to-date information when making a financial plan for senior living. To help shed light on real senior living prices, Caring.com has compiled proprietary cost data from its network of more than 75,000 senior living providers to provide insight into the average cost of assisted living in Tacoma and 60 other cities in Washington.
Seniors should be prepared for the influence of inflation, as it can significantly escalate the costs associated with senior living. The rate of inflation from 2022 to 2024 is projected to affect cities nationwide. The U.S. average for assisted living care sees a notable increase of 18%, or $4,070 to $4,802, and it's 4% higher than Washington State's price increase of 14% (from $4,156 to $4,743). Where costs in Tacoma balloon from $4,772 to $5,228 in 2023, other cities such as Seattle, Spokane and Everett follow the upward trend, reflecting modest increases of 9.5%, respectively.
Location | 2022 Cost (Historical) | 2023 Cost (Current) | 2024 Cost (Estimated) |
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Tacoma | $4,772 | $5,228 | $5,630 |
U.S. Average | $4,070 | $4,459 | $4,802 |
Washington | $4,156 | $4,743 | $5,051 |
Seattle | $4,300 | $4,711 | $5,073 |
Spokane | $4,912 | $5,381 | $5,795 |
Everett | $3,663 | $4,013 | $4,322 |
While Tacoma averages $5,750 monthly for assisted living, Seattle is $1,000 more expensive, averaging $6,750. Just south of Tacoma, the state capital of Olympia costs much less, averaging $4,805 a month. Further south on the Oregon border, Longview gets a bit more expensive at $5,300. Traveling north of Tacoma near the Canadian border, Mount Vernon averages $5,500 per month.
Tacoma
$5,750
Washington
$6,000
The United States
$4,500
Seattle
$6,750
Olympia
$4,805
Longview
$5,300
Mount Vernon
$5,500
While assisted living costs in Tacoma, WA, averages $5,228 per month, the cost of memory care trends much higher at $8,525. Seniors who don't require as much assistance with activities of daily living may consider independent living, which comes in at $2,628 per month. These prices can vary significantly due to the expert medical care, accommodations and amenities on offer, making it essential to compare all prices and care options.
Assisted Living
$5,228
Memory Care
$8,525
Independent Living
$2,628
Seniors residing in Washington can apply for financial assistance for assisted living through a few Medicaid programs.  The Medicaid Personal Care (MPC) program and the Community First Choice Option (CFCO) provide financial support for personal care assistance and costs other than room and board. Washington also offers seniors Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) Medicaid Waivers including the Washington Medical COPES (Community Options Program Entry System) Waiver for additional funding for assisted living.Â
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.
There are many resources in Tacoma,WA that assist seniors in their retirement. Caring.com has compiled information on local organizations, programs and agencies and categorized them into care types for easy reference.
For information about statewide resources and those in nearby cities, go to Caring’s Washington state page.
Retirees can find support and advice on various senior-related issues from their local Area Agency on Aging. The agency provides advice on topics such as financial assistance programs, in-home care and long-term care planning. It also connects seniors and caregivers with community-based resources.
Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
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Pierce County Aging and Disability Resources | 800-562-0332 | Area Agencies on Aging in Washington work with state, federal and local agencies to support the needs of older adults and their caregivers. Seniors can receive short-term and long-term in-home care for medical and nonmedical needs, such as hygiene, memory support, meal delivery, light housekeeping and mobility assistance. Other services include nonemergency medical and nonmedical transportation, adult day service programs, medication monitoring and community involvement options. These programs are designed to help older adults maintain their independence. |
Tacoma seniors wishing to remain in their own homes can find financial assistance from several local resources. These programs and organizations help retirees cover the cost of services such as home care, property modifications and utilities.
Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
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Lutheran Community Services Northwest - Tacoma | 253-722-5686 | LCS Northwest offers the Senior Companion program, which matches socially isolated seniors with similarly aged volunteers who provide company and opportunities to interact. A similar program, Senior Friends, also has the goal of reducing isolation among older adults living at home. The organization runs a low-cost home-delivered meal service for individuals who cannot obtain groceries or prepare meals on their own, and its Home Care program makes activities, such as shopping and housekeeping, less burdensome for seniors. |
Local organizations help ensure elderly citizens have a balanced diet and receive essential vitamins and minerals to remain healthy. Through nutrition programs, congregate meals, home-delivered meals and food pantries, these programs help Tacoma seniors afford the nutritious food they need.
Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
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Nourish Mobile Food Bank | 253-383-3164 | Based out of the campus of Tacoma Community College, the Nourish Mobile Food Bank serves seniors in Tacoma, WA. Every Tuesday from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., the Pierce County-based food bank provides nonperishable pantry items and canned goods to those struggling to make ends meet. Thanks to the support and service of volunteers, nourishing food is available to any senior. The food bank can be accessed in parking lot F on the Mildred side of campus. |
Meals on Wheels - Pierce County | 253-722-5685 | Meals on Wheels chapters are located across Washington. These nonprofit organizations prepare and deliver daily and weekly meals. Each meal provides onethird of seniors' daily nutritional requirements. Meals on Wheels also offers wellness and safety checks, and some organizations even deliver pet food and holiday gifts. In Washington, these programs are typically operated at the county level. |
Nourish Pierce County Food Bank | 253-383-3164 | Nourish Pierce County Food Bank operates six fixed-location and 14 mobile food banks around the county in conjunction with Molina Healthcare, the Puyallup Tribe, Kroger and several public and private entities. More than half of the recipients include households with children and seniors present. No registration or ID requirements are needed to get a food package, but visitors are asked for their name, address and the number of people in the household, along with their birthdates. |
Tacoma Farmers Market- Broadway | 253-272-7077 | Washington operates several nutrition assistance programs that target seniors, lowincome families and other at-risk groups. Eligibility is typically based on your age, household income and personal needs. |
Many organizations offer free or low-cost legal services to Tacoma seniors. Older adults can access advice on issues such as estate planning, living wills and power of attorney. Some firms also act as long-term care ombudsmen, advocating for the rights of seniors in senior living communities.
Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
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Pierce County Long-Term Care (LTC) Ombudsman | 800-642-5769 | The Pierce County Long-Term Care Ombudsman provides advocacy to county residents in skilled nursing, assisted living and adult family home facilities. The Ombudsman educates residents and their families about their rights to quality care. When problems regarding care arise, the Ombudsman mediates conversations between residents and their care facilities. The program's staff and volunteers will also investigate complaints about the quality of care residents receive. |
Seniors and those with disabilities can access a variety of local resources to help them pay for home repairs and modifications. Programs in Tacoma have different eligibility criteria and often assist retirees by providing grants or loans.
Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
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Rebuilding Together South Sound - Tacoma | 253-238-0977 | Rebuilding Together South Sound works with Tacoma seniors and other homeowners in Pierce County and the cities of Federal Way and Auburn to provide home modifications. Such modifications include safety elements, such as grab bars and entryway ramps, as well as energy-efficient upgrades, including storm windows and roof repair. The organization offers special services and community events that support low-income senior veterans and women. Seniors must meet low-income guidelines and be up-to-date on their mortgage and taxes to be eligible. |
Habitat for Humanity Aging in Place Program - Tacoma | 253-627-5626 | Seniors choosing to reside in their own homes can apply for support and assistance from the Washington Habitat for Humanity Aging in Place program. Habitat works with human service organizations to assess residents' individual needs before making essential repairs and modifications to ensure that homes are safe and more accessible. Modifications include installing ramps, raised toilets, lever door handles and railings. It also connects older adults to community resources that can help them maintain their independence. |
Weatherization Assistance Program - Pierce County | 253-593-2336 | Washington's Weatherization Assistance Program relies on state and federal funding, as well as matching payments from utility companies. It helps with energyefficient upgrades that can lower your utility bills and improve your health and safety, such as installing insulation and sealing air leaks. |
Senior centers in Tacoma bring together residents through recreational activities and events. Many also offer advice and support on senior issues, run wellness and nutrition programs, and connect older adults with other resources in the local area.
Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
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Pierce County Community Connections Resource Center | 855-567-0252 | CLC is a resource for individuals as they make decisions regarding long-term care. The organization helps older adults, including those with Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia, learn about available services. The organization can also educate individuals regarding both community- and facility-based forms of long-term support. |
Lighthouse Activity Center | 253-426-1282 | For Tacoma, WA, residents aged 60 and older, Lighthouse Activity Center offers diverse programming and support. Nutritious sit-down lunches are served Thursdays and Fridays, with to-go lunches available Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Seniors can learn about federal, state and county-level benefits and gain access to the resources, services and education they need to enroll. Engaging activities and events include cultural programming, health and wellness activities, recreational options and informational classes on a variety of topics. |
Beacon Activity Center | 253-301-3369 | Beacon Activity Center offers a variety of programming for Tacoma residents aged 60 and older. It also provides lunches on weekdays, with sit-down meals on Mondays and Tuesdays and to-go lunches on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Meals are available on a first-come, first-served basis and require registration ahead of time. The center also offers lunch deliveries in Tacoma on Wednesdays. |
Point Defiance-Ruston Senior Center | 253-756-0601 | Facilitated by the Franke Tobey Jones senior living community, the Point Defiance-Ruston Senior Center serves as a gathering place for local seniors. Those aged 55 and up can partake in activities, classes, programs and events designed to help them socialize, learn and be active members of their local community. A hot lunch is available at noon Monday to Thursday for a small suggested donation. |
Senior engagement resources and programs in Tacoma help older adults remain active and ensure they contribute to the community. Resources include wellness programs, volunteer opportunities, support groups and organizations that help residents connect with the community to live fulfilling lives.
Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
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Silver Financial Counseling Services - Tacoma | 253-593-2111 | Created in 1996 as Senior Outreach Services, Sound Outreach is a nonprofit human services agency that helps seniors in Pierce County achieve financial security. The organization's financial empowerment services teach seniors how to use credit wisely, avoiding predatory lending schemes and fraudulent investment opportunities. Sound Outreach partners with a credit union to help unbanked seniors protect their finances. Through its partnership, the organization offers loan products designed to build seniors' credit scores. |
Social Security offices in Tacoma help seniors and disabled people access the benefits they're entitled to. Older adults can contact their local office for information about receiving retirement benefits, disability allowance and Supplemental Security Income.
Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
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Tacoma Social Security Office 98409 | 800-722-1213 | Social Security is a source of income available to retirees and people who can no longer work because of a disability. The money for Social Security comes from a payroll tax levied on employers, employees and self-employed individuals. When you retire, you'll receive monthly payments based on how much you earned when you were working |
Seniors can apply for tax assistance from several Tacoma resources. Elderly residents and those with disabilities could be eligible for tax exemptions on medical expenses, reductions on property tax and other tax assistance programs.
Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
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Property Tax Exemption Program - Pierce County | 253-798-6111 | The Washington State Department of Revenue offers a property tax exemption, as well as a deferment program, to seniors and disabled adults. This program can reduce your school taxes and freeze your property's assessed value starting the first year that you qualify |
Assistance is available for seniors unable to access or use private transportation. These community resources help elderly and disabled residents make journeys in and around Tacoma, allowing them to run errands and attend appointments in the local area.
Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
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Around the Sound Non-Emergency Medical Transportation - Tacoma | 265-858-7088 | Around the Sound is a transportation option for seniors with chronic illnesses or mobility issues. Rides may be arranged to nonemergency medical appointments and treatments. The company's fleet of vehicles can accommodate gurneys, wheelchairs, walkers, scooters and other mobility aids. Drivers are also experienced in working with older adults who have dementia or Alzheimer's. Rides are available in Tacoma, WA, as well as Pierce, King, Kitsap, Thurston, Lewis, Clallam, Jefferson, and Mason counties. Fees vary depending on the situation. |
Low-income seniors who are struggling to meet the costs of maintaining their homes can find support from organizations that offer assistance with utility and energy bills. Tacoma retirees could also qualify for emergency funding programs if they're in danger of losing utility services due to unpaid invoices.
Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
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Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) - Pierce County | 253-572-5557 | LIHEAP is a federal program that provides one-time payments to help low-income households pay their utility bills and prevent disconnection. It can even help with the cost of heating or cooling repairs, as well as new equipment, in some cases. |
Pierce County Energy Assistance Program (EAP) | 800-562-0336 | The Pierce County Energy Assistance Program covers the cost of home heating bills for income-eligible seniors. These seniors must live in Pierce County outside the Tacoma, WA, city limits and provide photo ID, proof of address and energy bills. They also must meet income guidelines based on their household size, with their household income not exceeding 150% of the federal poverty level. The program pays energy bills directly to the utility company for eligible applicants. |
Tacoma retirees who have served in the U.S. military can find support from local veteran services. These offices and organizations help vets access the benefits they're eligible for and provide advice and information on a variety of issues.
Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
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Tacoma Vet Center | 253-565-7038 | The Tacoma Vet Center is a confidential and free resource center for veterans and their families. Veterans can receive assistance in understanding and filing for federal and state programs, including VA medical and education benefits. They can receive vocational rehabilitation, job training and telehealth visits for an array of mental health issues, including depression, anger, trauma, stress and PTSD. The center also partners with local organizations and community agencies, and it offers veterans referrals to these resources. |
Tacoma 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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