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Retirees seeking an active outdoor lifestyle combined with small-town charm and abundant natural beauty are likely to enjoy the Puget Sound community of Gig Harbor, Washington. Gig Harbor residents enjoy waterfront living, a quaint downtown district with lively art and culture, a culinary scene and a classic Pacific Northwest climate with pleasant, warm summers and cool, wet winters. Urban amenities are less than an hour’s drive away in world-class city Seattle.
Retirees aged 65 and over comprise approximately 24.6% of Gig Harbor’s total population. Residents of assisted living facilities pay an average of $5,000 per month in Gig Harbor, which is less than the overall average for the state of Washington. The prices of assisted living facilities vary, however, based on factors such as the location within the community and the quality and amount of services and amenities each facility offers.
Note: Data for Gig Harbor was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Bremerton, was used instead.
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At an average of $5,000 per month, assisted living costs in Gig Harbor are above the national average ($4,300) but below the overall average for Washington State ($5,750). Those in the surrounding states of Oregon ($4,659), Idaho ($3,675) and California ($5,000) pay less than their Washington counterparts, although prices rise significantly to Washington’s north in Alaska ($6,633).
The average cost of assisted living in Washington ranges from well below the national average in Walla Walla ($3,800) to significantly higher in the Seattle Metro Area ($6,750). Those in Bellingham ($4,738), Olympia ($5,138), Longview ($5,100) and Spokane ($5,084) pay less than the Washington average, while residents of assisted living facilities in Mt. Vernon ($5,850) join their Seattle Metro Area counterparts in paying higher than the state average.
Washington State seniors who qualify for Medicaid may be able to receive assistance through one of two separate programs. The Personal Care Program provides assistance with routine aspects of daily living, such as showering, bathing, dressing and grooming. Those who need a nursing home level of care can access skilled nursing services through the Community First Choice Option.
| Contact | Description | |
| Pierce County Aging & Disability Resources | (253) 798-4600 | Seniors, their families and their caregivers can access services and referrals through Pierce County Aging & Disability Resources. Services include slip-and-fall prevention workshops, Medicaid and Medicare counseling, workshops on downsizing and simplifying, health screenings and a senior farmers market. The agency also helps seniors find relevant local resources designed to promote and maintain optimal independence. |
| Gig Harbor Senior Center | (253) 514-6338 x 107 | Gig Harbor Senior Center offers opportunities for senior citizens to socialize with their peers over a congregate meal, a group outing to local festivities, or a game of bridge, mah-johng or pinochle. Exercise, art and computer classes are also available, as is a Buddy Connections program designed to reduce loneliness and isolation among local seniors. |
| Pierce Transit | (253) 581-8000 | Seniors aged 65 and over can get reduced fares from Pierce Transit. Applicants must provide proof of age at time of application and present their Regional Reduced Fare Permit when accessing transportation services. |
| Pierce County Long Term Ombudsman Program | (253) 798-3789 | The Pierce County Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program serves those residing in assisted living communities as well as in other long-term care facilities such as nursing homes and adult foster care homes. The program protects the legal rights of those in long-term care by investigating and resolving complaints made by residents of these facilities or by someone acting on their behalf. All services provided are free of charge and completely confidential. |
| Pierce County Veterans Assistance Programs | (253) 798-7889 | Veterans of the U.S. armed forces who need assistance with rent, food, utility bills and medical expenses may be able to receive help from Pierce County Veterans Assistance Programs. This agency also helps veterans and their families identify and access service-based state and federal entitlements. |
Assisted living communities in Washington are monitored and regulated by the Aging and Long-Term Support Administration. All communities must be in compliance with applicable rules and regulations regarding their operations. Please see our Assisted Living in Washington page for more information.
