Retirement Communities Washington State

About Washington State

Washington State, known as the Evergreen State, is in the Pacific Northwest of the United States and is considered by many to be one of the most beautiful states in the nation. Majestic mountains, evergreen forests, crystal-clear waters and temperate rainforests meld with sandy ocean beaches, lavender fields and sagebrush deserts for a scenic wonderland of natural beauty.

Divided by the Cascade Mountains, Washington has two distinct types of weather. The area east of the Cascade Mountains has hot summers, cold winters and little rainfall. However, on the western side of the mountain range, Washington State has mild weather, very much like that of the Southeastern and mid-Atlantic Coasts. This area is also one of the world’s rainiest regions, with some areas along the coast receiving as much as 200 inches of rain a year.

Washington is quickly becoming a top choice for many retirees as cities and retirement communities throughout the state receive high rankings in the lists of best places to retire.

Popular Retirement Communities in Washington State

There are many excellent retirement communities found throughout the state of Washington. The five following areas are a simple way to separate the state geographically.

• Olympic Peninsula - Washington
• Seattle/Tacoma
• Northwest Washington
• Southwest Washington
• Eastern Washington

The examples below are only a few of the hundreds of retirement communities in Washington state.

The Olympic Peninsula Area

One of the most magnificent and beautiful areas of Washington State is the Olympic Peninsula.

• Located in this picturesque setting of Lacey, Washington, is Panorama City, an active lifestyle retirement community for seniors 62 years or older. Situated on 140 acres, Panoramic City has more than 867 residences ranging from large lakefront homes to studio apartments. A unique feature of this continuing care retirement community is the life lease contract between the residents and the community. Panorama city offers:
  • A chapel
  • Full-service restaurant
  • Banquet room and services
  • Hobby shops for painting, weaving, woodworking and lapidary
  • Library
  • Exercise and fitness center
  • Aquatics
  • Pool table
  • Shuffleboard
  • 18 miles of beautiful walking paths
  • Medical, physical therapy and dental services on the grounds
  • Long-term care services when the need arises

• Also located in this beautiful area of Lacey, Washington is Jubilee at Hawks Prairie for those aged 55 years and older. This active lifestyle retirement community features a 36-hole championship golf course, a spectacular recreation center, indoor and outdoor pools and extensive trails for biking or jogging.

Seattle/Tacoma Area

The largest city in the United States Pacific Northwest region is Seattle, Washington. Many retirement communities in this area are set in an urban environment.

• Exeter House on the edge of downtown Seattle offers its residents access to urban living at its best. Only blocks away from world-class art museums, fine dining, concerts and theatrical presentations, residents of the Exeter House also enjoy a sense of community that includes:
  • A country store
  • Concerts
  • Sing-a-longs
  • Movie nights
  • Bingo
  • Card games
  • Discussion groups
  • Poetry reading and writing
  • Play reading
  • Fitness center
  • Computer center

• Other retirement communities in the Seattle-Tacoma area include Mirabella, Kloshe Illahee-ELS and Brittany Park.

Northwest Washington

The El Dorado Adult Living community is in Bellingham, Washington, which is known as the jewel of the Northwest. An active lifestyle retirement community, the El Dorado offers luxury condominiums for easy living in a beautifully landscaped setting. Residents have private garages, a clubhouse, community garden and a putting green. This area of the state is continuously ranked among the Top 10 retirement areas of the country with its excellent air quality, temperate climate and access to sports and cultural activities.

Southwest Washington

Stillwaters Estates offers seniors 50 and over a secure, gated retirement community in Centralia, Washington. Located midway between Portland and Seattle, Stillwaters Estates offers their residents the following activities and amenities.

• In the community center:
  • Exercise room
  • Library
  • Cable television
  • Wood shop
  • Pool table

• Interests and hobby groups include:
  • Quilting
  • Beating
  • Cards - bridge, pinocle and skipbo
  • Watercolor painting
  • Jogging and walking

• You'll also enjoy:
  • Walking and jogging paths
  • Potluck dinners
  • Bingo
  • Support groups
  • Park-like setting with gazebos and ponds

Eastern Washington

Hawthorne Court, made up of luxurious apartments in Kennewick, Washington, is an active retirement community for the more independent lifestyle.

Conclusion

When looking for retirement communities, Washington State offers a variety of accommodations suited for various tastes and budgets, all nestled in the spectacular wonders of nature.