Best Senior Living in Tacoma, Washington

48 communities found

Tacoma lists 63 senior living options in total, with 51 residential communities and 12 placement agencies. Across 52 rated communities and 2,505 reviews read, the average rating stands at 4.2. Community sizes vary, with 4 small, 7 mid-sized, and 10 large communities among those with known size.

60options listed
4.2average rating, 51 rated
2,477family reviews read
4small homes, 10 or fewer

Partner

Cogir at the Narrows

Tacoma, Washington

4.4(143)

Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care

GenCare Lifestyle Tacoma at Point Ruston

Tacoma, Washington

4.8(48)

Assisted LivingIndependent Living

From $4,300/mo

Merrill Gardens at Tacoma

Tacoma, Washington

4.7(76)

Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care

Franke Tobey Jones

Tacoma, Washington

4.7(57)

Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+1 more

Merrill Gardens at Wright Park

Tacoma, Washington

4.8(22)

Assisted LivingIndependent Living

Harbor View Adult Family Home

Tacoma, Washington

5(10)

Assisted LivingIndependent Living

Gloria's House Adult Family Home

Tacoma, Washington

5(7)

Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Hope of Life AFH

Tacoma, Washington

5(7)

Assisted LivingIndependent Living

Special Care Adult Family Home in Tacoma

Tacoma, Washington

5(7)

Assisted LivingMemory Care

Weatherly Inn Tacoma

Tacoma, Washington

4.6(39)

Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Salishan Gardens

Tacoma, Washington

4.9(7)

Independent Living

Conservatory Place Senior Living

Tacoma, Washington

4.6(18)

Independent Living

Best-rated senior living in Tacoma

Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.

1
GenCare Lifestyle Tacoma at Point Ruston
4.8 (48 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living
GenCare Lifestyle Tacoma at Point Ruston holds a 4.8 out of 5 rating from 48 Google reviews, though no detailed comments were provided.
2
Merrill Gardens at Tacoma
4.7 (76 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care
3
Franke Tobey Jones
4.7 (57 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Franke Tobey Jones is a not-for-profit continuum-of-care community on a 20-acre campus, rated 4.8 from 56 Google reviews.
4
Merrill Gardens at Wright Park
4.8 (22 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living
Merrill Gardens at Wright Park shows a strong average rating on Google, but no individual comments or amenity details were provided.
5
Harbor View Adult Family Home
5 (10 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living
Harbor View Adult Family Home offers personalized dementia care and home-cooked meals in a small, family-style setting, with a 5-star rating.
6
Hope of Life AFH
5 (7 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living
Families praise Hope of Life AFH for nurse-led, attentive care and its peaceful garden setting near Titlow Park, with all-five-star reviews.
7
Gloria's House Adult Family Home
5 (7 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
8
Special Care Adult Family Home in Tacoma
5 (7 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care
Special Care Adult Family Home is described as an RN-owned, family-style home with a strong focus on dementia and daily-living support, rated 5 stars.
9
Weatherly Inn Tacoma
4.6 (39 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Weatherly Inn Tacoma holds a 4.6 out of 5 rating from 39 Google reviewers, with limited detailed review text available.
10
Salishan Gardens
4.9 (7 reviews)· Independent Living

What families say about senior living in Tacoma

Counted across the review summaries of 54 Tacoma communities: the share whose families mention each theme.

Families most often praise caring, attentive staff, mentioned in 33% of 55 communities, and medical or nursing care, cited in 29%. At the same time, cost and billing come up as a concern in 69% of communities, and communication with families in 65%, so it is worth asking directly about pricing and how updates are shared.

Praised most

Caring, attentive staff 31%
Medical and nursing care 30%
Building and grounds 20%
Memory care 20%
Activities and social life 17%

Concerns raised

Cost and billing 69%
Communication with families 65%
Building and upkeep 17%
Staff attitude 11%

“I’ve been a resident of the Village for 3=years now. Great facility and amazing staff, from director Dawn , to Maintenance Manager Donald and Kelly from Activities Department they treat us with respect and kindness all day long. The entire staff are great!”
Bert, on The Village Senior Living, Sep 2026

“Mom has an apartment in the Garden House. She moved in just a couple months ago and is still figuring things out. I am grateful for caring, compassionate staff. They have been very welcoming and seem to be doing an excellent job. Facility is lovely and there are many activities that mom likes participating in.”
Diana, on Merrill Gardens at Wright Park, Jul 2026

“I've been to many communities. Today what I witnessed was how Bob and Sasha genuinely care about the residents, community and mission. Thank you for what you do.”
Clayton, on Franke Tobey Jones, Jun 2026

Senior Living in Tacoma: the figures

•Of the 19 with a known size, 4 have ten residents or fewer, 5 have 11 to 60, and 10 have more than 60.
•11 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 2.5 out of 5: 3 rated four stars or better, 4 rated one star.
•Most common amenities: 24-hour staff (42), wheelchair accessible (41), emergency call system (40), housekeeping (37), medication management (36), gathering / activity spaces (35).

How families pay for senior living in Washington

Most families in Washington pay for assisted living, memory care and independent living out of pocket at first, often drawing on savings, pensions and the proceeds from selling a home. Long-term care insurance, when a family member holds a policy, can help cover part of the monthly cost, though the terms and waiting periods vary by policy. Veterans and surviving spouses may qualify for VA Aid and Attendance, a benefit that adds a monthly amount on top of a regular VA pension for those who need help with daily activities, and it can be applied toward the cost of assisted living or memory care.

The full picture for the state: Senior Living in Washington.

Senior Living near Tacoma

Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.

City	Communities	RatingAverage rating	Distance
University Place3.3 mi	24	4.6 / 5	3.3 mi
Gig Harbor8.1 mi	29	4.6 / 5	8.1 mi
Federal Way8.3 mi	30	4.4 / 5	8.3 mi
Puyallup10.4 mi	49	4.5 / 5	10.4 mi
Des Moines12.8 mi	29	4.7 / 5	12.8 mi
Auburn13.2 mi	42	4.5 / 5	13.2 mi
Kent16 mi	30	4.6 / 5	16 mi
SeaTac16.6 mi	9	4.5 / 5	16.6 mi

All of Washington: Senior Living in Washington. Closer to home? Compare senior living near you, sorted by distance.

About these figures

Computed on October 23, 2026 from the 60 communities listed in Tacoma, 2,477 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored and partner listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change; the written summary was last revised September 25, 2026.

Reading on this

Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in Tacoma ask about.

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Senior Living in Tacoma: Common Questions

How many senior living communities are in Tacoma, Washington?

MyLivingChoice lists 60 senior living communities in Tacoma, Washington, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.

How much does senior living cost in Tacoma?

Among Tacoma communities that publish pricing, senior living starts around $2,933/month, with an average published starting rate near $3,617/month. Final costs depend on care needs and apartment choice.

Which senior living communities in Tacoma are rated highest?

Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Harbor View Adult Family Home (5★, 10 ratings), Gloria's House Adult Family Home (5★, 7 ratings), Special Care Adult Family Home in Tacoma (5★, 7 ratings).

What types of senior care are available in Tacoma?

Beyond senior living, Tacoma has assisted living (29 communities), independent living (25 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (15 communities), memory care (10 communities), at-home care (8 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.

How do families rate senior living in Tacoma?

Families rate Tacoma senior living communities 4.2 out of 5 on average, across 2,477 public Google reviews of local communities.

What do families praise, and complain about, in Tacoma senior living communities?

Across the review summaries of 54 Tacoma communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 31%), medical and nursing care (mentioned for 30%), building and grounds (mentioned for 20%). The most common concerns are cost and billing (69%), communication with families (65%), building and upkeep (17%).

Are there small senior living homes in Tacoma?

Yes. Of the 19 Tacoma communities with a known size, 4 have ten residents or fewer, 5 have 11 to 60, and 10 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.

How do Tacoma nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?

11 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Tacoma carry an overall star rating, averaging 2.5 out of 5. 3 are rated four stars or better and 4 are rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.