Best Senior Living in Yakima, Washington
31 communities found
Yakima lists 34 senior living options, 31 of them residential communities and 3 placement agencies, with an average rating of 4.2 across 30 rated communities based on 693 reviews read. Sizes vary, with 8 communities of known size split between 2 small and 6 large, and no published pricing is currently available.
- 34options listed
- 4.2average rating, 30 rated
- 693family reviews read
- 2small homes, 10 or fewer
PartnerSolista Yakima by Cogir
Yakima, Washington
4.3(46)
Independent Living
From $4,500/moHighgate Senior Living - Yakima
Yakima, Washington
4.8(88)
Assisted LivingMemory Care
The Heights
Yakima, Washington
5(19)
Assisted Living
Peach Tree Retirement Center
Yakima, Washington
4.5(57)
Independent Living
The Chesterley at Rexford Park
Yakima, Washington
4.5(32)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care
Hillcrest At Summitview
Yakima, Washington
5(4)
Assisted Living
Fieldstone OrchardWest
Yakima, Washington
4.6(11)
Assisted LivingMemory Care
Covenant House Adult Family Home
Yakima, Washington
5(3)
Assisted Living
Gods Loving Home AFH
Yakima, Washington
5(3)
Assisted Living
Avista Senior Living Yakima
Yakima, Washington
4.4(24)
Assisted Living
Ponderosa Assisted Living Community
Yakima, Washington
4.5(8)
Assisted Living
Fieldstone Adult Family Home
Yakima, Washington
4.7(3)
Independent LivingMemory Care
Best-rated senior living in Yakima
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
- 1
Highgate Senior Living - Yakima
4.8 (88 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care
Highgate Senior Living - Yakima holds a 4.8 rating from 84 Google reviews, though no specific comments or amenities were provided to explain the satisfaction.
- 2
5 (19 reviews)· Assisted Living
- 3
4.5 (57 reviews)· Independent Living
- 4
The Chesterley at Rexford Park
4.5 (32 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care
The Chesterley at Rexford Park offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care with a 4.3 Google rating from 21 reviews, though no written reviews were available.
- 5
4.6 (11 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care
- 6
4.4 (24 reviews)· Assisted Living
Avista Senior Living Yakima provides assisted and independent living with a 4.4 rating from 24 Google reviews, though no detailed feedback was shared.
- 7
Ponderosa Assisted Living Community
4.5 (8 reviews)· Assisted Living
Ponderosa Assisted Living Community holds a 4.5 rating from 8 Google reviews, with no detailed review text or amenity information provided.
- 8
4.4 (8 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care
Chandler House has a 4.3 average rating from a small number of Google reviews, with no written comments describing daily life there.
- 9
4.3 (46 reviews)· Independent Living
Solista Yakima reviews are divided: some praise staff, food, and community, while others cite management concerns and a lack of help during a medical emergency.
- 10
4.3 (28 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care
What families say about senior living in Yakima
Counted across the review summaries of 32 Yakima communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Families most often praise caring, attentive staff, noted by 44% of 32 communities, along with activities and social life and memory care, each mentioned by 34%. Building and grounds come up in 28% of reviews and food and dining in 25%, but communication with families is a concern in 59% of cases and cost and billing in 56%.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 44%
- Activities and social life 34%
- Memory care 34%
- Building and grounds 28%
- Food and dining 25%
Concerns raised
- Communication with families 59%
- Cost and billing 56%
- Building and upkeep 16%
- Staff attitude 13%
“The Chesterley is a great place to live ! There’s great care-staff and great caregivers! Everyone there is very welcoming ! I would say the residents seem to enjoy being at the chesterley !”
“I had the pleasure of touring the facility with Cris Kessler. Clean facility but comfy as well. Definitely a top noth senior living environment. Thank you Cris for the hospitality.”
“The staff is incredibly friendly and tentative. Leslie has been a highlight at this facility and is one of the best directors I’ve gotten the pleasure to work with.”
Senior Living in Yakima: the figures
- •Of the 8 with a known size, 2 have ten residents or fewer, 0 have 11 to 60, and 6 have more than 60.
- •6 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 3.2 out of 5: 3 rated four stars or better, 1 rated one star.
- •Most common amenities: wheelchair accessible (28), emergency call system (28), 24-hour staff (28), housekeeping (27), social activities (26), gathering / activity spaces (25).
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.
About these figures
Computed on October 20, 2026 from the 34 communities listed in Yakima, 693 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 Yakima ask about.
- Home Care in Washington: Agencies, Medicare Home Health Ratings, and What It Costs
- Nursing Home vs. Assisted Living: Which Level of Care Does Your Loved One Actually Need?
- Signs It Is Time to Move From Home Care to Assisted Living
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Senior Living in Yakima: Common Questions
How many senior living communities are in Yakima, Washington?
MyLivingChoice lists 34 senior living communities in Yakima, Washington, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which senior living communities in Yakima are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include The Heights (5★, 19 ratings), Highgate Senior Living - Yakima (4.8★, 88 ratings), Visiting Angels Yakima (4.7★, 30 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Yakima?
Beyond senior living, Yakima has assisted living (20 communities), independent living (9 communities), memory care (9 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (9 communities), home health (2 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate senior living in Yakima?
Families rate Yakima senior living communities 4.2 out of 5 on average, across 693 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Yakima senior living communities?
Across the review summaries of 32 Yakima communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 44%), activities and social life (mentioned for 34%), memory care (mentioned for 34%). The most common concerns are communication with families (59%), cost and billing (56%), building and upkeep (16%).
Are there small senior living homes in Yakima?
Yes. Of the 8 Yakima communities with a known size, 2 have ten residents or fewer, 0 have 11 to 60, and 6 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.
How do Yakima nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
6 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Yakima carry an overall star rating, averaging 3.2 out of 5. 3 are rated four stars or better and 1 is rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.
Prefer to stay home?
Home care agencies serving Yakima bring help to the house: daily living, companionship, and respite for family caregivers.
