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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Carlson, WA

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Memory care in Carlson offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Carlson is about $7,173 per month.

To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 97 communities, read 2492 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Graham, Kapowsin and Lacamas.

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My wife was a resident here for 13 months, and the care she received throughout that time was outstanding. The staff consistently demonstrated professionalism, compassion, and genuine concern for both...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Welcome to our newly remodeled 20 bed facility. This facility is under new owners and management. Management and staff are highly trained in dementia care as well as elder care. The staff here have years of experience and have worked together for years. The rooms at the facility do not have...
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Woodland is a relatively small, homey place. The Independent Living units are fairly large with plenty of storage space. Staff is quick to learn the names of residents, and go out of their way to greet...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Bonaventure of Woodland is a luxury senior living community in Lacey, WA, offering personalized independent living, assisted living, and memory care programs. It’s our goal to help each of our guests experience retirement perfected, which is why we’ve carefully built communities to help you feel...
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88 Floor plans available
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Merrill gardens was very nice. It was all [name removed] desire to leave. Staff were very accommodating with our particularly difficult and unique situation.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
We offer senior living in the heart of charming downtown Auburn, near the transit center and city hall. Enjoy living in the middle of downtown Auburn, close to a variety of stores, multiple restaurants, entertainment options and the Sounder train station.The community offers spacious private...
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8.5
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My father did not attend any activities, his choice. My Father needs to be told that he needs to shower, change clothes, get up and walk around and go outside. It seems like he needs more care than an...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Fountain Court is an assisted living community located near the foothills of Mount Rainier in Maple Valley, Washington. Our community offers residents beautiful scenery with our gardens. Maple Valley also has all of the beauty the Pacific Northwest has to offer, and it is only a short drive to...
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He is happy, and they treat him with respect. They contact me with any problems or concerns. Yes, we would recommend Garden Courte Memory Care community to other families.
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Finding senior care that embraces independent living while respecting the person can be a difficult task. Our loved ones have unique personalities which mandate that different needs be met. The right home will help our loved ones to remain as independent as possible while still meeting their...
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My Mom [removed name] is a resident there. Although she is new to Avista, she already feels safe and cared for. The staff are so sweet to her. I live in ID so it is comforting to know she is well taken...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
At Avista Sumner, our caring and devoted staff work to make each resident feel like family. We are located in beautiful Sumner, Washington, just a short light rail ride south of Seattle. We are very close to downtown Sumner and about four miles west of Lake Tapps.Sumner is a wonderful place to...
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All staff is wonderful! Some unexpectedly money is charged. Some fees are ridiculous. Don't use house doctor! Food is great! Lots of things to do. Unfortunately will only transport residents 5 miles on...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
When you visit Madrona Park in the heart of Federal Way, you'll notice something unexpected the minute you walk through the doors. You can see, hear, and feel the energy and vibrancy of our community. The lobby is bustling, people are laughing, and friends are chatting. Some are planning outings...
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33 Floor plans available
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Staff is friendly and genuinely eager to help my mom adjust and feel at home. Once she moved in I met with the wellness director to go over her initial care needs. I was contacted to see if she would be...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Exceptional Senior Living?Building a great senior life requires a great backdrop. At our vibrant, welcoming community, you’ll find exceptional assisted living care in an environment with maximum home-sweet-home factor. That means fewer worries, more options for interesting things to do, and a...
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When I visit my parents here, the residents are all very happy and the staff is friendly. I have joined in on some of the activities, which are great. I do wish they had more activities on the weekends.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
We’re asked to wear a lot of hats in life like loving husband, model employee, and supportive parent, but one of the most challenging roles to fill is caregiver. Caregivers are often forced to walk fine lines, lines like being available to keep an eye on their dad in case he takes another fall,...
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22 Floor plans available
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Absolutely everyone there is so kind and helpful and caring. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would without hesitation recommend this community to other families.
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Memory Care at its FinestIt’s time to get some help on the senior journey. Fortunately, you’ve found one of the premier memory care communities in the Harbor Bay area.We are a warm and welcoming memory care community located in Gig Harbor, Washington. Our community features a valued location with...
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Photo of Bonaventure of Maple Valley
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They are trying. There are staffing challenges and they have little to no help from corporate. They went through like 4 executive chefs in as many months. Things are much better now in the kitchen. They...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
If you are looking for a luxury retirement, you’ve found it at Bonaventure of Maple Valley. We’re here for you, no matter if you need independent living or memory care.At Bonaventure of Maple Valley, we focus on community, care, and comfort for our residents. To that end, we are pleased to be...
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Overall, it has been a good experience. It took awhile for the staff to get familiar with [name removed] habits, which is understandable. One drawback for the Assisted Living clients is that there is not a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Looking for an exceptional senior living community?Well, you’ve found it. When you combine an exceptional lifestyle, ready-made friends and outstanding service, the result is what we callRetirement Perfected™Welcome to Bonaventure Retirement, Assisted Living & Memory Care Community Life is...
Photo of Easthaven Villa Assisted Living and Memory Care
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I chose this community because is was for my husband and his sister already lived there as well. I liked the cleanliness and friendliness. I liked the way the staff cared for the residents. The rooms...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
If you're looking for a caring place to call home in Thurston County, look no further than Easthaven Villa. Located just a block off of Highway 510 on quiet Cullens Road in Yelm, WA, this comfortable community has just the services you need. Our loving caregivers can help whether you need just a...
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The staff clearly really care about the residents that live there. You can just feel the "positive vibe" when you walk thru the front door. Coming from another facility it's easy to tell that Kings Manor is...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Welcome to Kings Manor Senior Living Community, a beautiful non-profit home for assisted living services. We are proud of our distinguished history of providing quality care to seniors in the scenic South Sound area.Our goal at King's Manor is to meet each resident's individual needs while...
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5 on all of them Stafford is a great place!! It is safe and feels very homey. We would absolutely recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had so far.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Stafford Suites is a 72 apartment community located in the quaint town of Sumner.  We offer studio, one and two bedroom apartments on a month to month basis.  All apartments include kitchenette with microwave, refrigerator, and sink; spacious bath with easy-access features, including...
Photo of The Sequoia Assisted Living
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The building is very well kept and inviting and the staff is friendly. My Mom got one of the mid sized rooms and it was a perfect size for her.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Comfortable living arrangements and commitment to service make The Sequoia an attractive community within itself. Residents enjoy living in private apartments—furnished and decorated with their favorite things. Each apartment is designed for safe, comfortable living, with cable TV, a...
Photo of Merrill Gardens at Tacoma
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Staff is wonderful - warm and friendly. Grounds and housing is kept immaculate. Food is tasty and they offer a large variety of choices.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Our community is designed to meet your individual needs and give you the freedom to be yourself. We offer the best in independent senior living, assisted living and memory care from a family-owned company that knows connection is everything.We are close to shopping, dining, and other services in...
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The only problem was the year and a half wait to get in. The staff are friendly and considerate and the other residents are friendly. I would recommend this to others.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Photo of Gencare Lifestyle Tacoma at Point Ruston
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Our overall experience with GenCare Tacoma at Point Ruston has been very good, but I must give nursing management a low rating. On the positive side, the community is in an excellent location, with shops,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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1. Great experience. 2. Very clean (window, walls, floor, carpet). 3. Everyone was friendly (employees and guest). The employees enjoy their job. You can see it in their faces and how they interact with you...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Aegis Living Kent is a standalone memory-care community, offering specialized and focused Life's Neighborhood programming. Specializing in high-acuity care and supporting challenging behaviors, we offer a unique single-story community with sprawling resident-accessible outdoor...
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Deer Ridge Memory care is very expensive considering the actual care involved. What it is is an apartment with meals and very little nursing care. So although the staff are friendly and kind I wouldn't call...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Deer Ridge Memory Care opened on July 6th, 2021! We are part of a family owned and operated company called Koelsch Communities which has been caring for families across the country since 1958. Our Executive Director, William Martin has been a nurse in Memory Care for over 30 years and has a true...
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When you walk into the facility it's bright and welcoming. It's always decorated for the different seasons. I'm impressed with the cleanliness of the facility. When I brought my mom in for assessment, the...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Our community, in Olympia, Wash., provides memory care services to seniors in all stages of Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia. Deeply rooted in a person-centered approach, our Alzheimer’s and dementia care is called the Clare Bridge program, where each resident is surrounded by others with...
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55 Floor plans available
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A 5 in every category except 6 would be a 4. I went to 5 different facilities and this one was by far the very best and the most affordable. The staff there are fantastic, engaged and so friendly!!
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
At Gig Harbor Court, our exceptional staff, engaging activities, and active social life make our residents happy to call our community home.Gig Harbor is located in the Pacific Northwest, and is surrounded by several parks, with a historic a waterfront as well as boutiques and fine dining, making...
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So far, so good. The staff seems very nice. The staff has been there long term, which is a good sign. We did just get a memo from them about some changes for the Medicaid application. Not the newest...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Olympic Alzheimer’s Residence was completed in 1994 and is a community designed to care for those suffering from memory loss, Alzheimer’s Disease, and related dementias. Residents feel safe and comfortable – nestled in a structure styled after a mountain lodge, with stone fireplaces and broad...
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11 Floor plan available
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My mom has been there 2 months now, she likes her room, has settled in very nicely Staff are very friendly, helpful Lots of activities for the residents and their families also. They celebrate the holidays ...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care From the Industry LeaderMemory care shouldn’t mean giving up on a life lived well. We’ve put more than 25 years of industry leading experience into developing a program that provides stability and comfort to those living with Alzheimer’s or other dementia. We are a compassionate memory care...
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Cost of memory care in Carlson, WA

The average cost of senior living in Carlson is $7,173 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Morton, WA with an average of $7,173 per month.

Memory care costs in Carlson, WA, vs. state and national averages

Carlson, WA
$7,173/mo
U.S. national average
$7,121/mo

Memory care costs in Carlson, WA, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$7,173/mo

Memory care costs in Carlson, WA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,933/mo
Studio
$7,023/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,061/mo

Senior living costs in Carlson vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Carlson, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCarlson, WAWashingtonU.S.
Memory Care$7,173/mo$8,261/mo$7,121/mo
Assisted Living$5,395/mo$6,529/mo$5,909/mo
Independent Living$3,319/mo$4,100/mo$3,532/mo
Memory Care
Carlson, WA:$7,173/mo
Washington:$8,261/mo
U.S.:$7,121/mo
Assisted Living
Carlson, WA:$5,395/mo
Washington:$6,529/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Independent Living
Carlson, WA:$3,319/mo
Washington:$4,100/mo
U.S.:$3,532/mo
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What families are saying about memory care in Carlson

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Spring Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care in Tacoma, WA

4.0
We are very happy with Spring Ridge. Our Mom is in the memory care facility and she has settled in well! The facility is very nice, clean and the residents are well taken care of.

The Lodge at Mallard's Landing in Gig Harbor, WA

4.5
We had both parents in Memory Care at Mallards Landing most of their time was during COVID. We were very appreciative of the care they received. All protocols and protection were used during lockdown. Out of lockdown we were confident they were being cared for and received genuine caring ...
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Hillside Assisted Living in Kent, WA

5.0
This is our second living experience at Staff Suites. Our mom and dad were here in 2014 when he fell ill. He was taken very good care of until he left us. Our mom lived on her own for a while, then later decided she needed a little more help and Stafford was the first place she thought of when ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Compassionate and attentive staff. Several reviews highlight the kindness and care provided by staff at various communities, including at Aegis Living Kent and Fieldstone Memory Care Puyallup, where staff members go above and beyond to ensure residents feel at home and well-cared for. Families have expressed appreciation for ...
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Thoughtful communication with families. Clear and consistent communication between staff and families is a key feature mentioned in numerous reviews, with families praising the approachable nature of staff at Meridian at Stone Creek, Brookdale Harbor Bay, and Fieldstone Memory Care Puyallup, who keep them informed about their lo ...
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Engaging activities tailored to residents. Residents enjoy a wide range of activities at different communities, from movie nights and games to gardening and outings. Families at Brookdale Harbor Bay, Meridian at Stone Creek, and Fieldstone Memory Care Puyallup have noted the positive impact these activities have on their loved ones ...
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High-quality meals and dining experiences. Residents appreciate the quality and variety of meals offered at their communities, such as Fieldstone Memory Care Puyallup, where the chef accommodates dietary restrictions and preferences, and Brookdale Harbor Bay, which has a chef who creates delicious and nutritious meals for all residen ...
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Clean and well-maintained facilities. Reviews consistently emphasize the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, with residents and families at Meridian at Stone Creek, Brookdale Harbor Bay, and Fieldstone Memory Care Puyallup mentioning the pristine bathrooms, renovated common areas, and well-maintained outdoor spaces.
Supportive and accommodating environment. Many families have spoken about the understanding and accommodating nature of staff at various communities, including Meridian at Stone Creek, Brookdale Harbor Bay, and Fieldstone Memory Care Puyallup, who make every effort to meet the unique needs of their loved ones, even as their condit ...
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Carlson review score based on 501 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 501 reviews of 97 Carlson memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Carlson review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Carlson review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Carlson, WA97 facilities
8.1
Olympia, WA178 facilities
7.9
Longview, WA140 facilities

Review subcategories for Carlson memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 501 reviews of 97 Carlson memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Carlson resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Carlson, WA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.2
3.7
Friendliness
3.2
3.8
Care services
2.8
3.4
Staff
3.1
3.6
Meals & dining
2.8
3.3
Activities
2.8
3.3
Value for cost*
2.9
3.4
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*Learn more about cost details

Carlson memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Carlson memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Carlson, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Carlson memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Carlson that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Carlson, WANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
78.4%
63.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
37.1%
47.3%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.8%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.9%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75.3%
70%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
32%
28.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.9%
89.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
51.5%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
77.3%
69.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Carlson memory care

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Carlson Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Carlson, WANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
73.2%
72.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
54.6%
45.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50.5%
68.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23.7%
26.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Carlson memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Carlson partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Carlson, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
41.2%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
69.1%
44.9%
No sugar
No sugar
64.9%
41.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
70.1%
50.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
36.1%
23.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Carlson memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Carlson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Carlson, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
55.7%
32.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60.8%
40.3%
Room service
Room service
59.8%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
45.4%
23.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Carlson memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Carlson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Carlson, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
72.2%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
45.4%
33.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50.5%
29.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
76.3%
53.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
73.2%
51.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
79.4%
59.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
63.9%
39.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
61.9%
36%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
66%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
72.2%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
72.2%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
54.6%
32.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
36.1%
22.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
71.1%
46.4%
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State regulations for memory care in Carlson

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Washington memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Carlson protect seniors.
Learn about Washington memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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