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Kent in 3 Numbers
Veteran-Approved Assisted Living in Kent
The community below is a Patriot Angels partner in Kent, ready to work with veterans and surviving spouses on VA benefits.
Other Options for Veterans Near Kent
Compare a few more partner communities a short drive from Kent.
Paying for Assisted Living in Kent
No separate Kent figure is published, so the best benchmark is the Washington median of $7,600 a month (CareScout 2025), $1,400 above the U.S. median of $6,200. Kent families can find the benefit amounts and filing rules in our Aid & Attendance fact sheet. Ask each Kent community for its base rate and care-level pricing in writing; VA asks for that rate sheet too.
| Benchmark | Per month | Left after up to $3,845 |
|---|---|---|
| Washington assisted living median | $7,600 | $3,755 |
| U.S. assisted living median | $6,200 | $2,355 |
| Washington in-home care | $8,580 | $4,735 |
Check Aid & Attendance Eligibility in Kent
Assisted living is paid care, which is what Aid & Attendance is for. A Kent veteran or surviving spouse who needs help with daily activities may qualify for up to $3,845 a month. A spouse of a living veteran can sometimes qualify too; see whether a spouse of a living veteran can get Aid & Attendance.
Prefer to talk it through? Call (844) 757-3047
Veterans in Kent
About 5,540 veterans live in Kent, and 2,382 of them are 65 or older. Across King County, there are 82,668 veterans, 40,764 of them 65 or older. Figures come from the Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (2020–2024).
Tips for Comparing Kent Communities
Room to start independent
1 Kent partner also offers independent living, useful for a couple with different care needs.
Staffing at night
Ask Kent communities how many caregivers are on duty overnight and how fast they answer a call button.
Visiting distance
A Kent community near the family member who visits most often usually beats a slightly nicer one farther away.
Read the contract
Ask a Kent community for its residency agreement early, including notice periods and what triggers a move-out.
Assisted Living in Cities Near Kent
Widen the search beyond Kent with these nearby Washington cities.
Veteran Families We’ve Helped
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Kent Assisted Living Questions
Can a Kent veteran use Aid & Attendance for assisted living?
Yes. A qualifying wartime veteran or surviving spouse in Kent who needs help with daily activities can receive up to $3,845 a month toward the community’s bill.
What does assisted living cost in Kent?
No Kent-only figure is published. The Washington median is $7,600 a month (CareScout 2025).
How many assisted living partners are in Kent?
Just one, in Kent, plus 86 across Washington.
Can we apply after moving into a Kent community?
Yes. Many Kent families file after move-in, and the monthly care cost can help show financial need.
More Care Options in Kent
Related Patriot Angels guides
Looking beyond Kent? See Assisted Living in Washington or the national guide.
