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Independent Living in Seattle, WA

10 partner communities in Seattle, plus up to $3,845 a month for veterans and surviving spouses who need care.

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We list 10 independent living partners in Seattle. All 9 also offer assisted living and 3 offer memory care.

  • 60 partners statewide in Washington.
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01 · Communities

Veteran-Approved Independent Living in Seattle

Patriot Angels has vetted 10 independent living partners in Seattle, WA, chosen for veteran families. All 9 offer assisted living and 3 offer memory care, so a move can grow with changing needs. VA Aid & Attendance can add up to $3,845 a month for a qualifying Seattle veteran or spouse. Call (844) 757-3047 for a free eligibility check.

Aljoya Mercer Island2430 76th Ave SE, Seattle, WA, 98040(206) 230-0150Independent LivingAssisted LivingView community →
Aljoya Thornton Place450 NE 100TH St, Seattle, WA, 98125(206) 306-7920Independent LivingAssisted LivingView community →
Brookdale Admiral Heights2326 California Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98116(206) 938-3964Independent LivingAssisted LivingView community →
Brookdale West Seattle4611 35th Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98126(206) 932-5480Independent LivingAssisted LivingMemory CareView community →
Cogir of Queen Anne805 4th Ave North, Seattle, WA 98109(206) 401-1948Independent LivingAssisted LivingView community →
Ida Culver House Broadview12505 Greenwood Ave N, Seattle, WA, 98133(206) 361-1989Independent LivingAssisted LivingMemory CareView community →
The Gardens at Town Square933 111th Ave NE, Seattle, WA, 98004(425) 688-1900Independent LivingAssisted LivingMemory CareView community →
The Lakeshore11448 Rainier Ave S, Seattle, WA, 98178(206) 772-1200Independent LivingAssisted LivingView community →
University House Wallingford4400 Stone Way N, Seattle, WA, 98103(206) 545-8400Independent LivingAssisted LivingView community →
Ida Culver House Ravenna2315 NE 65th Street, Seattle, WA 98115(206) 536-3044Independent LivingAssisted LivingView community →
02 · At a glance

Seattle by the Numbers

10partner communities in Seattle
9also offer assisted living
3also offer memory care
03 · Costs

What Independent Living Costs in Seattle

Independent living in Seattle averages $4,920 a month, based on NIC MAP data published by Where You Live Matters. That is $126 above the Washington average of $4,794. Aid & Attendance of up to $3,845 a month would equal about 78% of the Seattle average for a veteran who also qualifies through care needs.

If a Seattle resident needs more help later, assisted living in Washington has a statewide median of $7,600 a month and non-medical in-home care $8,580 a month (CareScout 2025 Cost of Care Survey).

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Could Aid & Attendance Help Cover Care in Seattle?

Aid & Attendance pays toward care, not rent alone. A Seattle veteran or surviving spouse who needs help with daily activities may qualify for up to $3,845 a month toward that care. VA also checks income and assets; our guide to Aid & Attendance income and net worth limits shows how care costs lower countable income. See which types of care qualify for Aid & Attendance, including paid help brought into an independent living apartment.

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VA Benefits to Support Your Next Chapter

Finding the right senior care is a big step. If you or your loved one is a Veteran or surviving spouse, VA Aid & Attendance benefits may help with the cost.

Patriot Angels can help you understand your options—with personal guidance every step of the way.

Could VA benefits help pay for care?

Answer a few quick questions to explore benefits for Veterans and surviving spouses.

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04 · Local veterans

Veterans in and Around Seattle

21,353veterans in Seattle
9,998of them are 65 or older
3.3%of Seattle adults are veterans

About 21,353 veterans live in Seattle, and 9,998 of them are 65 or older. King County, which includes Seattle, is home to 82,668 veterans, 40,764 of them 65 or older. Figures come from the Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (2020–2024).

05 · Nearby

More Washington Partner Cities Beyond Seattle

Bellevue · 3 communitiesBellingham · 2 communitiesEdmonds · 1 communityEverett · 1 communityFederal Way · 1 communityGig Harbor · 1 communityIssaquah · 2 communitiesKennewick · 3 communitiesKent · 1 communityKirkland · 1 communityRichland · 2 communitiesSpokane · 3 communitiesTacoma · 3 communitiesVancouver · 6 communitiesWenatchee · 2 communities

See every city on Independent Living in Washington.

06 · Families we’ve helped

Veteran Families We’ve Helped

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07 · Questions

Questions Seattle Families Ask

How many independent living communities are in Seattle?

Patriot Angels lists 10 independent living partner communities in Seattle, WA, out of 60 across Washington.

Can a Seattle veteran use VA benefits toward independent living?

Not for rent alone. If a Seattle veteran or surviving spouse also needs help with daily activities and pays for that care, Aid & Attendance may add up to $3,845 a month. Call (844) 757-3047 or use the form above to check.

What if we need more care later?

Among the 10 Seattle partners, all 9 also offer assisted living and 3 offer memory care on site. Ask each community what happens to your residence if needs change.

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