The Rivers at Puyallup

The Pacific Northwest has a lot to offer, including some of the nation’s most beautiful landscapes and scenery. Puyallup, Washington is no exception, home to dozens of natural sightseeing opportunities and family-friendly attractions. The Rivers at Puyallup brings retirement living to the area’s many attractions, offering premium assisted living and independent living in one convenient location. 

Along with compassionate staff and comprehensive long-term care programs, the community provides resort-style amenities like: 

• An outdoor courtyard
• Gardening areas
• Recreation rooms
• Fully-enclosed sunrooms
• Full-service dining areas
• Private dining rooms
• On-site beautician services
• On-site laundry facilities
• On-site theater
• On-site chapel
• Convenient access to public transportation

Meals play an important role in daily life at the River at Puyallup, giving residents easy access to nutritious recipes every day. Monthly rent includes access to three well-rounded meals per day, including tasty options like ham with pineapple, roast turkey, beef stroganoff, and more. 

Communal meals give residents time to connect with one another and share meaningful conversation, as do the community’s engaging life enrichment programs. The life enrichment programs bring a new schedule of events to residents daily, giving them new opportunities to learn skills and meet friends. 

Recreational activities at the Rivers at Puyallup may include: 

• Walmart trips
• Clubs
• Game nights
• Community walks
• Movie showings

If residents want to explore the Puyallup vicinity on their own, they’re welcome to thanks to the community’s convenient public transportation service. The transportation service is open to all residents, giving them a reliable way to visit nearby points of interest and attend medical appointments. 

The city’s points of interest include dozens of outdoor opportunities, like parks and trails. Carbon River is a must-see location, home to a glacier-fed river known for its coal deposits. The nearby hiking trails are great for taking photos or getting exercise on a warm day. 

Bradley Lake Park is another popular destination for the community’s residents, spanning nearly 60-acres. The park is home to a lake, fishing areas, hiking trails, a playground, and more, making it a great place for a picnic or time with the grandkids. 

Residents can choose from the following floor plans when they move into the community:

• Studio layouts
• One-bedroom layouts
• Two-bedroom layouts

Each apartment features premium amenities like a kitchenette, telephone hookups, spacious closets, basic cable, individually-controlled thermostats, and more. The apartments are designed to create a home-like environment where residents feel around-the-clock peace of mind. 

Everyone’s experience at the Rivers at Puyallup is different, but one thing many residents report is a feeling of security. They say the apartments and common areas are warm and inviting, helping them feel at home during their stay. They also report feeling secure because of the staff members and their compassionate approach to care, responding to their questions and concerns quickly and patiently. 

The residents love the community’s dining experience, taking the stress out of nutrition management. Many individuals report improved health and wellbeing after they move in, thanks to the community’s convenient meal program. 

With so much to offer, it’s no wonder why the Rivers at Puyallup is so highly-rated among residents and their families. To see why residents love the community in-person, please use the link above to schedule a tour. 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: What is the address of the Rivers at Puyallup?

The Rivers at Puyallup is located at: 

123 4th Avenue NW

Puyallup, WA 98371

Q: What services and amenities are offered at the Rivers at Puyallup?

Getting help with activities of daily living is just one facet of care at the Rivers at Puyallup. In fact the community provides a wide variety of services and amenities designed to give residents a higher quality of life. Some are designed to improve their day-to-day activities, others are in place to improve their health and wellbeing. Most services and amenities are included in each resident’s standard monthly fee, while some a la carte services cost extra. 

The services and amenities at the Rivers at Puyallup include: 

• Medication management
• Medication assistance
• Personal care available 24/7
• Access to licensed nurses on-site
• Access to group outings and daily events
• Three meals a day
• Snack 
• Room service
• Complimentary transportation
• Weight management
• Nutrition tracking
• Fall management
• Coordination of hospice care
• Fitness and exercise services
• A comprehensive wellness program and wellness services
• Personal check-ins
• Escort services

The services and amenities at the Rivers at Puyallup are designed to create a secure environment where residents feel at home. To learn more about the community, its services, and its amenities, please use the link above to make an inquiry. 

Q: What levels of care are provided at the Rivers at Puyallup?

The Rivers at Puyallup provides independent living and assisted living programs, where staff go above and beyond pampering residents each day. They go out of their way to make each individual feel welcome, helping them with their activities of daily living in a way that greatly improves their quality of life.

That being said, the community is not a skilled nursing facility. The services they provide are similar to those a loved one may provide in their homes. Their retirement services are largely non-medical and while nurses are on-site to assist with some skilled care, the community is not equipped to help those with ongoing chronic illness or injury. 

Additionally, the community is welcoming to those with Alzheimer’s and dementia, but they do not offer a dedicated memory care program or dedicated living options for residents with short-term memory loss. If a person with dementia moves into one of the community’s living options, they may need to arrange third-party care to get the help they need. 

Q: How much does assisted living cost at the Rivers at Puyallup?

The cost of assisted living and independent living at the Rivers at Puyallup depends on a person’s apartment and their levels of care. Care plans vary for each resident, so some individuals may need additional services on top of those provided with their base monthly rent. 

Additionally, each apartment costs a different amount each month. Residents may pay more for spacious, multi-room units than for smaller, studio units. To get an accurate estimate for the community according to a person’s level of care and preferred floor plans, please use the “Get Pricing” tool above for an estimate. 

Q: Is the Rivers at Puyallup a pet-friendly community?

The Rivers at Puyallup is as welcoming to small pets as they are their human residents. They believe having pets improves a person’s life quality, giving them valuable companionship throughout the day. If a person wants to move in with their pet, they are welcome to. 

Q: Do the residents seem to be engaged and enjoying themselves at the Rivers at Puyallup?

At the Rivers at Puyallup, creating a secure environment where residents experience stimulation and peace of mind is a top priority. Part of the reason many people transition from receiving care in their homes to receiving care at communities is to feel more engaged each day, and the Rivers of Puyallup goes above and beyond to make that happen. 

Residents have their choice of daily activities to enjoy, whether it’s group activities, trips into the city, or walks through the beautiful gardens. 

If families want to see everything residents love about the Rivers at Puyallup, please use the link above to schedule a tour. 

There are 10 hospitals within 25 miles of The Rivers at Puyallup. The two closest hospitals are Multicare Good Samaritan Hospital which is 1.2 miles away and St Joseph Medical Center which is 8.0 miles away.

Some of the key amenities available at The Rivers at Puyallup are:

• Pet Friendly
• Pool
• Fitness Programs
• Outdoor Areas
• Social Outings