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Assisted living costs in Alger average about $5,886 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 145 communities in Alger. Our detailed directory has 1140 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Bellingham, Anacortes and Whidbey Island Station.

Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses. 

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Photo of HomePlace at Burlington by Cogir
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The staff are wonderful. They put up with a lot from my mom and do it smiling. The food is good. Her room is nice, with a roommate. I would recommend them to others who are searching for a place for their...
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.
HomePlace Special Care at Burlington was built in 1998 in the heart of Skagit County. With it's unique home-like setting, HomePlace provides compassionate and skilled Alzheimer's and Dementia care to not only the memory care residents, but also their families and the employees who work with them....
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Can't say enough good things about the staff. Everyone is friendly and approachable. Whenever I am there I see them interacting with the residents. The residents that I see, seem pleasant. The facility is...
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 are pleased to introduce to you Creekside, a Cascades Senior LivingContinuing Care community that offers independent retirement living,assisted living and memory care residents the distinction of living well.Located in the heart of scenic Skagit Valley, our community offers a relaxedand secure...
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We find the staff at Avista very friendly and caring. The facility is clean and well-maintained. The apartment size is fine, and our mother is very happy here.
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.
Avista Ferndale is a small assisted living community with a big heart. At the core of our community is our wonderful staff who will go out of the way to meet the needs and wishes of each resident. We are located in the small town of Ferndale, Washington, just eight miles north of Bellingham. We...
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Photo of Ashley Gardens of Mount Vernon
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The staff is wonderful! But there aren't enough to go around. I visit my wife daily and I see half of the table needs help and there's usually only one person feeding 6 people. I love the staff that I've met...
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.
Ashley Gardens of Mount Vernon is located in Mount Vernon, Washington. Settled along the foothills of the Cascade Mountain range, Ashley Gardens prides itself on providing the best care for seniors with memory loss. We strive to provide these services in an inviting atmosphere. Our seniors can...
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The staff are Amazing! Very knowledgeable, caring, personable, quick to respond and follow through when issues arise. The staff went above and beyond to help my mother in law and my family with move in,...
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.
The Bellingham at Orchard is a dedicated memory care community in Bellingham, Washington. Bellingham is a thriving city located a few hours north of Seattle and is the northernmost city in the United States. Boasting stunning scenic views, convenient access to Vancouver and Seattle, fine...
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My father never did move in to Washington Oaks. They were very friendly and helping me get his apartment set up and also helping to evaluate him as his health deteriorated before he could move in. They were...
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.
Live at Washington Oakes Retirement Community, in the heart of Everett, Washington, and you'll have boasting rights to the best retirement community quality and service in the entire Everett region. We are conveniently located three blocks west of Broadway, near the new Colby Campus Hospital and...
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Photo of Cascade Valley
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We chose Cascade Valley because when our mom is out of money, they will take Medicaid. , I would recommend to others. Our mom is very happy there. She has made lots of friends and likes the staff a lot.
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.
The Pacific Northwest city of Arlington provides an ideal environment for residents of Cascade Valley assisted living community. Arlington offers rural, small town charm and an easy pace of life, yet is within convenient distance to metropolitan areas for those who appreciate having access to...
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Photo of The Village at Granite Falls
55 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
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Cleanliness of Facility - Slight reduction in score due to exterior perimeter green belt condition. Staff and residents are extremely pleasant. They are considered "independent living" but have received...
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.
GenCare Lifestyle at Granite Falls is a Senior living community in Granite Falls, Washington. We offer a quaint, country home with a small town atmosphere. Our senior living community nestles in a forest setting with deer visiting daily. Being in Snohomish County we are conviently located within...
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1616 Floor plans available
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They are wonderful people, working hard to make [name removed] welcome and improving. I would recommend them to others who are searching for senior living for their loved one.
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.
Mountain Glen Retirement Center is located in the heart of Skagit Valley and has successfully blended the elements of the Northwest to ensure a comfortable, secure and independent way of life. Our philosophy is to inspire creative, healthy, and active lifestyles to enrich the minds and bodies of...
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Photo of Brookdale Fairhaven
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The number of certified medical professionals on staff, combined with the small, personal size makes this an excellent choice for people who want their loved ones in a place where they are cared for and...
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.
Not All Assisted Living Is Created EqualFor those looking for exceptional senior living in the Great Northwest, you need look no farther. Your future favorite senior living community provides assisted living for seniors in historic Bellingham, known for its vibrant art scene, historic waterfront...
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Photo of Spring Creek by Bonaventure
88 Photos available
1010 Floor plans available
8.8
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The caregiver/resident ratio is great. She had fallen a few times and they have let us know timely. Mom is happy and peaceful. She likes the field trips and Charles the activity director. My only complaint...
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 The Gardens at Marysville
3333 Photos available
1111 Floor plans available
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So far our experience with The Gardens has been excellent. 5 stars! The vibe is so happy. The residents all seems to be happy and thriving. The staff are pretty great!
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 The Gardens at Marysville, our exceptional staff, engaging activities, and active social life make our residents happy to call our community home.The Gardens at Marysville is an assisted living and, coming soon, memory care community located in the wooded area of Marysville, Washington. Our...
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Photo of Cordata Court
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99 Floor plans available
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My Dad's experience there was good. Sometimes he wasn't always happy with the caregivers. But my Dad is not always easy to please. He enjoyed going to the dining room and got to meet a few people he enjoyed....
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.
Cordata Court offers U.S. News award-winning independent senior living, assisted living and memory care services in a luxury setting in the beautiful Bellingham, Washington area. Our campus is ideally located to take advantage of mountain views, nearby recreation in both Washington and Canada as...
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Photo of Olympic Place Retirement and Assisted Living
55 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
8.6
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Housekeeping has not been regular. The apartment is nice size. Internet is intermittent. Food is good but not great. Staff turnover is concerning. I would say most of the residents seem happy
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.
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 and Assisted Living. Life is good here in our...
Photo of Fields Senior Living at Smokey Point
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44 Floor plans available
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[name removed] has been great. my dad is moved in and although he is not very social I think he's happy there. They helped with information on a moving company which was a big help. , I would recommend to...
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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Photo of Summerhill Assisted Living and Whidbey Island Memory Care
88 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
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Good staff, I got a good price due to a special they had. My mother passed yesterday, and they were wonderful in how it was handled. he friendly staff was the biggest factor in my favorable opinion of the...
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.
Home Place Oak Harbor is a unique home-oriented Alzheimer's and Dementia Care Facility. We specialize in providing the highest quality of care to our resident's, by employing caregivers and nurses who are kind, compassionate and educated to this level of care. We have 3 living areas with a total...
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Photo of Warm Beach Senior Community
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I'm happy with everything. The staff is wonderful, great communication with any changes that take place, mom is happy, loves the food and has made friends. The facility is clean and safe. There is always...
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.
Warm Beach Senior Community is a faith-based not-for-profit community. We seek to provide more than just a financial safety net for low-income retirees and seniors: we want to empower them to live purpose-filled lives in sustainable community. Come tour with us today!
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My dad had dementia and was living in an assisted living facility. He was not eating regularly, became weak and ended up in the hospital. He became a high risk for falling and was unable to go back to the...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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 Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
I HAVE BEEN IN THE SENIOR CARE INDUSTRY FOR THE LAST 20 YEARS. IT HAS BEEN MY PASSION TO HELP AND WORK WITH THE SENIOR MEMBERS OF THE COMMUNITY. I LOVE AND ENJOY MAKING THEIR LIFE COMFORTABLE AND FUN. WE HAVE A TEAM OF WELL TRAINED, STATE CERTIFIED LOVING AND DEDICATED CAREGIVERS. OUR CARE IS...
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Photo of Anchor of Love Adult Family Home
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What we like the most about Anchor of Love Adult Family Home is that they communicated very well what was going on and we would recommend their services to other families who may need them for their loved...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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 Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Photo of Brookdale Stanwood
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The staff was very friendly. The apartment was a nice size for my Aunt. The food was very good. Didn't have any activities going on at the time. But my Aunt has been participating in the activities since...
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.
It's time to start enjoying the carefree lifestyle you deserve and at our continuing care retirement community (CCRC) in Stanwood, Wash., each new day opens up a whole realm of possibilities. All you need to do is choose. From independent living and assisted living to memory care, the transition...
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The staff is wonderful and committed to being helpful, kind and very engaging. The facility is beautiful and feels like a nice hotel which we were going for.
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 Harbour Pointe Senior Living & Memory Care, we’re proud to be the small-town, local option. Many of our residents have lived in Mukilteo for all of their lives, and we’re happy to offer senior living options to them right here, in the town they’ve always called home. We have been in...
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Photo of The Terrace at Beverly Lake by Cogir
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8.2
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The staff is all friendly, knew my moms name and location when I would stop in to visit. Mom is always out of her room with others and activities. Food is good and place is clean. Most important I have peace...
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.
The Terrace at Beverly Lake Memory Care is a dedicated senior community meeting the needs of seniors living with Alzheimer's or a related form of dementia. Located in the quaint and charming city of Everett, Washington, our residents enjoy all the luxuries of being located in a larger city while...
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Photo of Ashley Pointe Senior Living
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I have nothing negative to say about Ashley Point in Lake Stevens.. they have been communicative a and responsive to our concerns .
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.
At Ashley Pointe it is our belief that life should be enriching. Our policy is to provide great food, life-enriching activities and reliable, courteous service. And of course, an opportunity to make new friends. Ashley Pointe community provides a full range of exceptional senior living and...
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Photo of Where the Heart Is by Cogir
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8.0
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They have a warm caring staff who treat every resident with dignity and respect. The food is outstanding. The physical surroundings are nice with lots of windows and a beautiful outdoor sitting area. They...
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.
Built in 2000, Where the Heart is Assisted Living and Memory Care is designed as a home like environment two-story building with 59 apartments. There are three separate assisted living neighborhoods each comprising of 15 apartments and one memory care neighborhood including 14 apartments all...
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Photo of Port Townsend Senior Living by Cogir
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7.9
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My wife and I have spent the past 4 weeks looking for a place for my mom and was taking the time to tour and look at several options to as my mom was moving up from Cali. Such a welcoming environment - it...
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.
At Avamere Port Townsend, we emphasize supporting an active, individualized lifestyle with the amenities to make life a little easier. We offer experiences in independent and assisted living environments.We host 120 single and dual occupancy apartments offering shared services included in our...
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Cost of assisted living in Alger, WA

The average cost of senior living in Alger is $5,886 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Oak Harbor, WA with an average of $5,640 per month.

Assisted living costs in Alger, WA, vs. state and national averages

Alger, WA
$5,886/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Alger, WA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,886/mo
$7,752/mo

Assisted living costs in Alger, WA, by floor plan type

Studio
$4,409/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,393/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,970/mo

Senior living costs in Alger 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: Alger, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typeAlger, WAWashingtonU.S.
Assisted Living$5,886/mo$6,480/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,752/mo$8,229/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$3,960/mo$4,089/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Alger, WA:$5,886/mo
Washington:$6,480/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Alger, WA:$7,752/mo
Washington:$8,229/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Alger, WA:$3,960/mo
Washington:$4,089/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Alger, WA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Alger and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Alger, WAWA stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Alger, WA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Alger have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Alger, WA$5,878/mo$5,580/mo+5.3%
Washington$5,804/mo$5,497/mo+5.6%
National$5,408/mo$5,128/mo+5.5%
Alger, WA
2024 average cost:$5,878/mo
2023 average cost:$5,580/mo
Percent change:+5.3%
Washington
2024 average cost:$5,804/mo
2023 average cost:$5,497/mo
Percent change:+5.6%
National
2024 average cost:$5,408/mo
2023 average cost:$5,128/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Alger, WA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Alger.

What families are saying about assisted living in Alger

Recent reviews for assisted living in Alger

Chandler's Square in Anacortes, WA

5.0
Cleanliness - they have not been able to keep the room cleaning schedule that was there when we started due to staffing issues. However all the common areas are clean and the residents are trying to keep their rooms clean. They offer a variety of foods and take my mom's requests seriously and ...
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Astoria Retirement Residence in Port Coquitlam, BC

4.8
Love Astoria! From the first steps in the door we knew this was the place for Dad. The decor, the facilities, the rooms, and especially the friendliness, both of staff and residents, made Astoria stand out above all other residences. The staff bent over backwards to accommodate us and make Dad ...
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Brookdale Stanwood

4.0
So far we have been really pleased with our experience with Brookdale Stanwood. The staff members are very knowledgeable and friendly and if we have any questions or concerns we bring it to their attention and it is answered promptly. Our loved one has been quite pleased with how she has been ...
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Alger review score based on 217 family reviews

7.2
Review score145 facilities217 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 217 reviews of 145 Alger assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Alger review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

Alger review score compared against nearby cities

7.2
Alger, WA145 facilities
6.8
Bellingham, WA177 facilities
7.8
Oak Harbor, WA35 facilities

Review subcategories for Alger assisted living

When assisted living 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 217 reviews of 145 Alger assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Alger resident and family assisted living 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.
Alger, WA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.3
3.5
Friendliness
3.4
3.5
Care services
3.0
3.2
Staff
3.2
3.4
Meals & dining
2.9
3.1
Activities
2.7
3.1
Value for cost*
2.9
3.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Alger assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Alger assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Alger, 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 Alger assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Alger that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Alger, WANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
66.7%
53.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
33.3%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.7%
57.5%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.3%
30.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
66.7%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.7%
52.9%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Alger assisted living

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 Alger Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Alger, WANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
66.7%
51.9%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
33.3%
13.9%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Alger assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Alger partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Alger, WANational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
66.7%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
66.7%
38.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
66.7%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
33.3%
19.3%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Alger assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Alger communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Alger, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.7%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
66.7%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
18.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Alger assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Alger offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Alger, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
66.7%
47.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
50.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
83.3%
53.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
42.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
66.7%
36.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
39.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
48%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
31.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.7%
47.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

State regulations for assisted living in Alger

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. 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 assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Alger protect seniors.
Learn about Washington assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

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