The Best Continuing Care Retirement Communities Communities in Snohomish County, WA

"Brookdale Admiral Heights was on a really busy street. There weren't any balconies, and there was a small garden, but it wasn’t cared for, so it didn’t look inviting. It was in too busy of an area for my mom to feel comfortable in with too much road noise. The staff was excellent and spent a long time talking to me about everything. I was very impressed. "

"Brookdale West Seattle was a terrific facility. It was almost brand new. They had great staff. They had lots of open spaces and 2 outdoor gathering places that were really nice. They had wonderful activities going on. The residents were very, very friendly and welcoming to us. Lindsey assisted us with the tour and she was just focused on finding the right needs from my mom and assuring us that they can provide the care she needs. She showed us studios, a 1-bedroom apartment, and a 2-bedroom apartment. We did eat there and it was very good."

"I would give Arbor Village Senior Living a rating of 5 because of their professionalism and cleanliness. The staff members were very friendly. The rooms and common areas were clean."

"We liked that Cristwood Park had a pool, a restaurant-like dining room, and nice facilities. They had a gym, a pool, two separate facilities for arts and crafts, and lots of activities scheduled. The staff was super friendly and helpful. The apartments were large and nice. It was a lovely place. It was well-maintained and clean. The residents seemed very happy. Everybody was really friendly. It was the only facility my mom saw, and she knew right away that it was the place for her."

"The tour experience at Emerald Heights is great. The facility was amazing. It was a gated community. It was high-class. They had a pool, a workout facility, and a great crafts room. Their apartments were amazing. They took us through all of their apartments and then their care units. So you buy in, and then you pay a monthly fee. The monthly fee stayed the same as long as you were there. And if, for some reason, you couldn't pay anymore, they had something where they would continue paying for your care because they had money in reserve for stuff like that happening in case people outlived their funds. It was an amazing facility with amazing grounds. The staff members were amazing and nice. The people we met were very nice, talkative, and friendly. We looked at the menu, and it was great."

"I went to the Merrill Gardens at Kirkland. I liked the fact that this was in a city. They were very good. They had a gym and a hair salon.They had activities. The staff did not follow up with me, but they were friendly. It's near shops and restaurants."

ANTICIPATED OPENING IN 2026: SNOHOMISH COUNTY’S ONLY TRUE LIFE CARE COMMUNITY A new and unique opportunity awaits those 62 and better at Cascade Village in Marysville, WA. Sponsored by locally owned and operated Josephine Caring Community in Stanwood, Cascade Village is anticipated to open in 2026. Protect yourself from the “what-ifs” Enjoy the perfect blend of freedom and security at Cascade Village at Smokey Point, a brand-new village-style community in Marysville, WA. Cascade Village is a Life Care community, which means you’ll have the freedom to live the life you choose today knowing you have a plan in place for the “what-ifs” of tomorrow. You’ll enjoy peace of mind, knowing that, should you ever need it, our all-inclusive Life Care contract protects you from the financial risk of expensive long-term care. You’ll have unlimited access to a complete continuum of healthcare services, including assisted living, short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing and memory care — all at a predictable cost. Community Overview: 62 units Apartments in multiple dwellings for a more intimate feel 777 – 2,300 sq. ft. floor plans Private patios Northwest modern architecture Cascade Village Amenities Include: Club House Fitness Room Cafe & Bar Community Kitchen Arts & Crafts Room Theatre Room Outdoor Pavilion Indoor Pool & Hot Tub Gourmet Dining Pickleball Court Predictability - Security - Peace of Mind Living at Cascade Village at Smokey Point means freedom to do what you want without the burden of home maintenance and the security of care. Security of Care at Cascade Village means having the freedom to live the life you choose today knowing you have a plan in place for the “what ifs” of tomorrow with the access to a continuum of care. A continuum of care is peace of mind knowing that, should you ever need it, you will receive the high-quality and personal care you deserve. Our residents have guaranteed unlimited access to our full continuum of health care services, including assisted living, short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing and memory care. LifeCare Entrance Fees*: 1 bedroom: Starting at $253,000 2 bedroom: Starting at $370,000 2 bedroom Villa: Starting at $455,000 * All prices are subject to change

"I was in Hearthstone for 4 weeks of rehab following a hospital stay for surgery. I was in a double room but never had a roommate. It was quiet and comforting once I adjusted to the daily routine. Meals were brought to my room by very friendly Caretakers. They also aided me in showering and bathing in the most gentle and caring manner. I was receiving antibiotics by IV administered three times daily. The nurses were very competent and were genuinely interested in my progress. The PT and OT therapy provided was professional and comprehensive. I have to thank the entire staff at Hearthstone's rehab unit for an excellent stay and launching me toward a full recovery."

"Merrill Gardens at the University was very nice. They have a courtyard outside and access to a roof garden. I'm very much an outside person, so that was very attractive to me. The rooms were clean and updated. The staff was outstanding. The woman who took me around was just wonderful, very informative, friendly, and very connected to everybody in the facility. There were a lot of things that they do for the residents. They take them places, have game nights, a workout room, and a lot of activities for the community."

"Merrill Gardens at Ballard was nice and well-appointed. The staff was very friendly. We went in and saw some rooms. A couple of the residents opened their rooms up and let us look inside and they were very nice. They had a very nice rooftop garden with a view. Its location in Ballard was nice, but for parking, it's terrible. The accessibility to come to visit there would probably be the biggest concern. Also, it's full, but the staff was friendly and very helpful."

"My wife and I live in a senior community called Warm Beach Senior Community and it's a wonderful place. It's a facility started by the Free Methodist Church, and it was set up for retired missionaries and ministers but you don't have to be a retired minister or missionary to live here. It's a wonderful Christian community. People care for each other, pray for each other, look out for each other, and they have care from independent living to memory care. We've lived here for about five years now and we are in their independent living. They have several different parts of the facility. They have a mobile home park with 46 mobile homes in it, which are all fairly new, and they keep the units upgraded. When the house is in there too long, they move it out and put a new one in. That's where we live and we have about a 1,700-square-foot home. Across the street, they have multiple apartments for independent living with 1 or 2-bedroom and 3-bedroom apartments available. Then they also have an area for people who are still independent but don't want a big unit and it's called Beachwood. There are probably 40 or 50 different apartments in that unit and those people get two meals a day. If you need further care, they have a memory care unit that has this group home concept. Several people have their own private rooms, but they share common areas and their meals are all prepared for them. We have a community dining room and we can go in when we feel like it. We get one meal a week and the food is excellent. They have a bus where they take people out on different tours every week. They also have a physical therapy department. They have newsletters that come out and give people options to go to various events during the week. This is located about 80 acres of wooded land out in the forest and it's quite beautiful. There are multiple buildings and most of them are updated and current. The layout is also excellent. It's an 80-acre campus with a big part of it being in the woods. We walk every day anywhere from 1 to 4 miles in the woods. We would walk off the front door and we've got trails that go on. They have other activities like singing groups, bingo, chaplain service, Christian service, and community meetings where people can go and sit down and share their views about how things are working. Their activities are excellent. Cost-wise, they're one of the least expensive places around. It's excellent value for the money."

"My husband was in Park Shore for rehab for one month. It's a full care facility, from independent living to nursing community and rehabilitation. It was really good, and I'd like my husband to be there, but they didn't have any rooms. They had to take their clients first before they can take anyone from the outside, but they loved him and he loved them, too. Even though they managed to vaccinate everyone twice, they wouldn't let me in the front door. My husband came out of there fully vaccinated. He also had occupational and physical therapy. They helped him to a point where he could not even stand on his own to be able to walk in a cane."

"I really liked Bayview Retirement Community. It had a beautiful lobby and a friendly atmosphere. It’s very clean; the staff is great. "

"We lived in Horizon House since 2009. It was an excellent place, the staff was very good, very caring, and helpful. We are very pleased to live here. We have a very nice apartment on the patio level of the building, and it’s very comfortable. There are 70 committees and there’s always something going on all the time. The food is excellent. They have a very nice dining room, and they have a bistro where you can just stop for hamburger or things like that. I was impressed by how friendly the people were. "