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Federal Way is a medium-sized city located just 19 miles south of Washington’s largest metro area, Seattle, and 40 miles from the state capital of Olympia. The plentiful leisure activities available in Federal Way include picnicking at Dash Point State Park and enjoying a walk on the beach afterward, cheering on a favorite team at Celebration Park Sports Complex or watching a live music or theatrical performance at Centerstage Theater. Federal Way offers a classic Pacific Northwest climate with pleasant summers and cool, rainy winters with only minimal snowfall.
Assisted living facilities are equipped to handle seniors’s personalized care needs, including bathing, dressing and meal prep as needed. These communities also provide recreational activities and encourage independent lifestyles for those capable. According to the most recent data from the Genworth 2021 Cost of Care Survey, assisted living rates in Federal Way typically average around $5,750 per month. This is just below the state average of $5,948 per month, but notably more expensive than the nationwide average of $4,500.
This guide discusses care options in and around Federal Way, with free or low-cost resources listed for seniors.
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COVID-19 restrictions and rules for Assisted Living Facilities are typically set by the state – to see the rules in your state, you can read our guide to Assisted Living in Washington. Keep in mind that there may be other policies that communities put in place to protect their residents, so you should contact your local community for more information. Additionally, you can contact your local Area Agency on Aging to learn more – find contact information here.
Seniors in Federal Way pay $5,750 per month for assisted living.
The average monthly cost for assisted living facilities in Federal Way is $5,750 per month. This falls $198 below the Washington State average of $5,948, but is $1,250 more per month than the national average of $4,500.
Seattle sports the highest average cost in the Washington area at around $6,750 per month, while Kennewick provides assisted living care at the less expensive median of $5,225. Nearby, the city of Walla Walla is even cheaper, with a monthly average of $3,211. Care expenses in Yakima are considerably more reasonable than in Federal Way, with seniors paying $4,975 per month. The price of assisted living in Olympia is among the most affordable in the state, coming in at a more affordable $4,805 per month.
Note: Data for Federal Way was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Bremerton, was used instead.
Since not everyone can afford to pay for assisted living out-of-pocket, it’s important to find alternative methods to help make assisted living more affordable. Some of these options include:
For more information about your options for making assisted living more affordable, visit our guide to Assisted Living in Washington.
| Contact | Description | |
| Seattle/ King County Area Agency on Aging | (206) 684-0660 | As the Area Agency on Aging for Seattle and King County, this agency provides seniors and their families with relevant referrals to community resources as well as numerous direct services. These include a long-term care ombudsman, fall prevention workshops, local senior nutrition programs and the Community Living Connection program, which helps seniors make customized long-term care plans designed to suit their individual needs and preferences. |
| Federal Way Senior Center | (253) 838-3604 | Open weekdays from 8:15 a.m. until 4 p.m., the Federal Way Senior Center provides a meeting place for older residents of South King County. Activities include cards, board games, fitness classes, sing-alongs, arts and crafts, bingo and group outings. The center also provides hot, nutritious lunches 5 days per week. |
| American Legion Post 78 | (253) 939-5789 | Federal Way veterans who’ve received an honorable discharge from the U.S. military can join the American Legion post in neighboring Auburn. Benefits of membership include opportunities to socialize with other former military members and their families and assistance with completing applications for service-based state and federal entitlement programs. Eligible members may also qualify for emergency financial assistance. |
| Hyde Shuttle | (206) 727-6262 | King County residents aged 55 and over can access transportation to senior meal sites, medical and dental appointments, grocery stores and social outings. Rides are free, although donations are accepted. Arrangements for rides must be made in advance. |
| United Way of King County | (206) 461-3700 | Seniors looking for volunteer opportunities can call the United Way of King County. Opportunities range from one-day or weekend projects cleaning up parks and wildlife habitats to taking a regular shift at a local food bank, library, animal shelter or other community agency or nonprofit organization. |
Assisted Living Facilities in the Federal Way area are required to follow a set of rules and regulations that are determined at the state level. For an overview of those rules and regulations, see the information below. For more specific information, talk with your local community or Area Agency on Aging.
