The Rivers at Puyallup is a senior living community located in Puyallup, Washington, offering a combination of assisted living and independent living options. This facility provides residents with support tailored to their needs, including assistance with daily activities, medication management, and specialized memory care services for individuals with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. The community environment includes amenities such as restaurant-style dining, a barber and beauty salon, social activities, fitness and wellness programs, and group classes like yoga and chair yoga. Multilingual support is available, with staff conversant in English, Spanish, and French.

The Rivers at Puyallup delivers a range of care and medical services. Incontinence care is provided to those who require support, and residents with ambulatory needs receive assistance to ensure their safety and mobility. Full assistance is available for activities of daily living such as bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting. The memory care unit features structured programs and dedicated staff for residents with cognitive impairments. Diabetes management is offered, along with medication administration and monitoring. On-site professionals provide podiatry services, and a barber/beauty salon is available for routine grooming needs. Fitness programs, including specialized classes such as yoga and chair yoga, are also part of the community’s wellness approach.

For residents requiring transportation, The Rivers at Puyallup offers both complimentary options and transportation at cost. These services are available for medical appointments as well as non-medical purposes, supporting resident independence and access to community resources.

Feedback from residents and families reflects strengths in the staff’s approach, with caregivers frequently described as friendly, attentive, and supportive. Both memory care and assisted living accommodations are noted for cleanliness and maintenance, and the variety of activities contributes to an engaging community atmosphere. Reports on food services are mixed, with positive comments about variety but some suggestions for improvement in consistency and selection, especially on weekends. Challenges mentioned in reviews include concerns over management communication and responsiveness, staff turnover, and administrative issues such as billing. While many residents and families experience strong, supportive connections with caregiving staff in a clean and active setting, some express reservations about management oversight, staffing stability, and attention to care details—especially in memory care. As of early 2024, there have been no significant changes to the facility’s service offerings.

Costs at this community start at $3,350 and range up to $6,692. The average price in the community is $5,021, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,471. The cost of assisted living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.