Independent Living in Tacoma, WA
Tacoma has 7 independent living, life plan and 55+ communities on Lilisity. 6 also hold a state license for assisted living or other care. The other 1 come from public records, because independent living is usually not licensed by the state. Lilisity publishes no score or ranking for these communities.
All 7 in Tacoma
Listed with state-licensed communities first, then by name. Being listed is not a rating.
| Community | Type | Size |
|---|---|---|
| Brookdale Allenmore AL (WA)state licensed3615 S. 23rd Street | Independent Living, Assisted Living | 80 residents |
| Cogir at The Narrowsstate licensed802 N Laurel Ln | Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care | 115 residents |
| Eliseo (Independent Living and Assisted Living and Memory Care and Continuing Care)state licensed1301 N Highlands Parkway | Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Continuing Care | 71 residents |
| Franke Tobey Jonesstate licensed5340 N Bristol St | Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Continuing Care | 101 residents |
| Merrill Gardens At Tacomastate licensed7290 Rosemount Circle | Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care | 65 residents |
| Merrill Gardens at Wright Parkstate licensed5 S G St | Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care | 60 residents |
| Tahoma Terrace Apartments2602 S Union Ave | 55+ apartments | 151 apartments |
There are also 22 income-restricted senior apartment buildings in Tacoma, where rent is set by income. They are listed on the Pierce County page.
What the types mean
Independent living. Apartments or cottages for older adults who live on their own. Meals, activities, housekeeping and transport are often included or offered. Personal care is not part of it.
Life plan community. A campus with independent living plus assisted living, memory care or nursing care, usually with an entry fee and a contract that covers care later.
55+ apartments. Rental or co-op apartments for people 55 or 62 and over, with no care services.
Income-restricted senior apartments. Apartments for older adults with rent set by income, through HUD, USDA or tax-credit programs. There are income limits and often a wait list.
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