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Wheatland Village
1500 Catherine Street, Walla Walla, WA 99362
"Wheatland seemed like a real nice place but I think it's too expensive. The staff was friendly and they had activities...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living+1
$3,929
Assisted Living Communities in Walla Walla, WA
Serving as the seat of Walla Walla County, Walla Walla sits in the southeastern region of...
Washington among rolling hills. This community and its surrounding region contains 7 assisted living communities, providing a range of long-term care options for prospective residents. According to 2024 data, local assisted living costs come in near $9,705 per month, exceeding the state’s baseline by nearly $3,600.
In this guide, we list 31 reviews reviews to help you assess and compare local assisted living facilities, which earn an average satisfaction score of 4.2 out of 5 stars stars.
7 Providers
Trustwell Living at Whitman Place
1018 Whitman Street, Walla Walla, WA 99362
"It was our first choice. It had nice rooms, great staff, and a lot of pride in meal preparations. I talked to some...
Assisted Living
$2,595
Brookdale Walla Walla
1460 Dalles Military Rd., Walla Walla, WA 99362
"We went to visit someone at the Emeritus at Garrison Creek Lodge, but we haven't really toured the whole building. It...
Assisted Living
$4,835
Brookdale College Place
550 E Whitman Dr, College Place, WA 99324
"We toured Brookdale College Place. The staff was extremely friendly. It was a very welcoming, warm environment and the...
Assisted Living
$4,315
Cascade Valley Assisted Living and Memory Care
1010 NE 3rd Ave, Milton-Freewater, OR 97862
"I went to Cascade Valley. My mom is kind of on the bubble of assisted living and memory care, especially a month ago...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$3,950
Washington Odd Fellows Home
534 Boyer Ave, Walla Walla, WA 99362
"We already found a home for my parent. It is Washington Old Fellows Home. We chose this place because it is a good...
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Patit Creek Arc
423 W Main Street; PO Box 49, Dayton, WA 99328
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Assisted Living
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Reviews of Communities Nearby
Assisted Living
Reviewer#ET0813c
5.0
Review of Wheatland Village
My mom moved to Wheatland Village. Now that we've moved her into assisted living, they've been pretty helpful. They seem to recognize her and she's been pretty pleased with that transition. Most of...
Assisted Living
Vincent
5.0
Review of Brookdale Walla Walla
I liked Brookdale Walla Walla. However, if somebody stays at Brookdale, they better be competent enough to know to stay away from the staircases because the staircases were open. If somebody takes...
Assisted Living
Kathleen
5.0
Review of Wheatland Village
Wheatland Village is kind of like the extreme nice facility. It's beautiful. They had everything you'd ever want in a facility, beautiful exercise rooms, a pool, and the cafeteria. The dining area...
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities
The 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey finds assisted living rates in Walla Walla at around $9,705 per month, which runs thousands of dollars over the statewide median of $6,138. However, other Washington cities offer more economically priced care, including Bellingham, where fees fall to nearly $8,377. Additionally, in Seattle, costs come in at around $7,650, and in Mount Vernon, seniors pay roughly $6,391.
Walla Walla
$9,705
Washington
$6,138
United States
$5,350
Bellingham
$8,377
Mount Vernon
$6,391
Seattle
$7,650
Bremerton
$8,440
Paying for Assisted Living in Walla Walla
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Walla Walla
There are Medicaid programs offered by the state of Washington to pay for the cost of ALF services in Walla Walla. Eligible seniors may qualify for the Community First Choice (CFC) State Plan or one of the Home and Community-Based Service 1915(c) waivers which are the Community Options Program Entry System (COPES), New Freedom and Residential Support waivers.
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.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care
Assisted living ranks as the costliest senior care solution in Walla Walla, with facilities charging around $9,705 per month. By comparison, seniors with complex care needs pay about $550 less for nursing home care with semi-private accommodations. Similarly, home health care fees compare favorably at around $8,008 per month.
Home Health Care
$8,008
Assisted Living Facility
$9,705
Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)
$9,155
Free Assisted Living Resources in Walla Walla
Researching assisted living options in Walla Walla is easier with the help of trained professionals. The following table features local nonprofit programs and agencies that help older adults make informed decisions regarding their care, including deciding which facility fits their needs and lifestyles and their best options for covering monthly expenses.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Aging & Long Term Care | (509) 758-2355 (877) 961-2582 | Aging & Long Term Care is a service of the Southeast Washington ALTC Council of Governments and the designated Area Agency on Aging for Walla Walla and the surrounding region. This nonprofit agency has an award-winning case management program that helps older adults connect with services and supports in the community to supplement what they receive in assisted living, including transportation services, durable medical equipment loans and nutrition counseling. It administers several health and wellness programs that promote disease prevention and support seniors’ independence, and it has benefits specialists who help older adults obtain the public benefits they’re entitled to, including those that can help cover assisted living expenses. |
| Walla Walla Vet Center | (509) 526-8387 | The Walla Walla Vet Center is operated by the Veterans’ Administration and provides assistance and advocacy to veterans in Walla Walla. The office’s experienced staff screens veterans for eligibility for benefits that can help cover assisted living, including the Aid and Attendance Benefit, disability compensation and pension programs. The office can also determine which veterans qualify for VA health care or veterans’ home placement. |
| Blue Mountain Action Council | (509) 520-5162 | The Blue Mountain Action Council is a local nonprofit organization that serves those in Walla Walla and the surrounding area. It houses the region’s long-term care ombudsman program, which advocates on behalf of those in assisted living. The ombudsman works with families to help them compare local assisted living communities and identify options for paying for services. The ombudsman can also help resolve issues, such as billing errors, problems with intake and discharge procedures or substandard quality of care. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Walla Walla
Walla Walla-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.
