Talk to a local advisor, free

Senior living in Gig Harbor, WA

32 senior living communities, including assisted living, memory care, independent living and care homes.

Senior living communities
32
in Gig Harbor
Licensed capacity
982
across all 32
Adults 65+
3,799
Census estimate for Gig Harbor
Licensed spaces per 1,000 adults 65+
258.5
city total vs. Census 65+ estimate
Within 25 miles
3,019
of the center of Gig Harbor
Senior LivingAssisted Living 7Memory Care 26Independent Living 1Nursing Homes 3Senior Apartments 2Care Homes 21
Showing 1–20 of 32 senior living communities
Filters
Sort: Nearest
Map view
Representative photo of a nursing home, not Heron's Key
Nursing HomeMemory Care

Heron's Key

5 of 5· Much above average
4340 Borgen Blvd NW, Gig Harbor, WA 98332
Beds49
AcceptsMedicare
PenaltiesNone
(253) 313-0800
1.6 mi from city center
View detailsRequest info
Representative photo of senior apartments, not Colvos Terrace
Senior ApartmentsHUD-subsidized

Colvos Terrace

94 of 100· HUD inspection
2601 Hollycroft St, Gig Harbor, WA 98335
Units27
HUD-assisted25
(253) 851-5534
2.4 mi from city center
View detailsRequest info
Representative photo of senior apartments, not MSC Pierce Portfolio
Senior Apartments

MSC Pierce Portfolio

Tax-credit property· HUD LIHTC database
2601 Hollycroft St, Gig Harbor, WA 98335
Units87
2.4 mi from city center
View detailsRequest info
Page 1 of 2
12

Nearby

Senior living communities near Gig Harbor

Counting neighboring towns, there are 3,019 senior living communities within 25 miles of the center of Gig Harbor, 2,987 more than in Gig Harbor itself. Distances are straight-line miles.

Closest outside Gig Harbor

See all 3,019 within 25 miles

Nearby cities

Within 25 miles, closest first

Local overview

Senior living in Gig Harbor at a glance

Our directory lists 32 senior living communities with an address in Gig Harbor, based on public records. ZIP code 98335 has the most, 23 of the 32, and 3 ZIP codes have at least one. 21 of the 32 that report their size have 16 residents or fewer.

By ZIP code

  • 9833523
  • 983328
  • 983291
Senior living communities in Gig Harbor by the ZIP code on their license or certification record.

By licensed capacity

  • 16 residents or fewer21
  • 17 to 60 residents5
  • More than 60 residents6
Size is the licensed capacity on the public record.

Licensing and oversight

How senior living is regulated in Washington

In Washington, Washington DSHS, Aging and Long-Term Support Administration (ALTSA), Residential Care Services licenses and inspects residential care settings such as senior living.2

Key rules
  • At least one caregiver who is 18 or older and holds current CPR and first-aid certification must be on site at all times.
  • Long-term care workers need 75 h of basic training (incl. orientation and safety) within 120 days, then 12 h of CE every year.
  • Residents get a negotiated service agreement based on a pre-admission assessment.
  • From Jan 1, 2026, the State LTC Ombuds must be notified when a Medicaid resident is transferred or discharged.23
Inspections
Unannounced full inspection at least every 18 months, with a statewide average of 15 months. After three consecutive inspections with no deficiencies it may be extended to 24 months.4
Report a problem
Call 1-800-562-6078.5

Paying for care

Ways to pay for senior living in Washington

Programs that can help, by name. Eligibility rules are set by each program, so confirm with the agency before you plan around one.

Medicaid
Washington Apple Health (Medicaid) long-term services and supports, administered by DSHS Aging and Long-Term Support Administration (ALTSA).78 Waiver programs for care at home or in a residential setting: Community Options Program Entry System (COPES)89; Community First Choice (CFC)8; Specialized Dementia Care Program (SDCP)10. Medicaid waivers pay for care services, not room and board.11 Washington Medicaid agency12
Medicare
Medicare does not pay for long-term custodial care or for room and board. It still covers medically necessary care, such as doctor visits, hospital care, home health, hospice and prescriptions.13
Veterans benefits
Wartime veterans and surviving spouses who need help with daily activities may qualify for the VA pension with Aid and Attendance.14 The Washington Department of Veterans Affairs helps with claims (800-562-2308).15
Medicare counseling
Washington’s State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) gives unbiased one-on-one help with Medicare and related coverage questions: 1-800-562-6900.16

Local resources

Local help for families in Gig Harbor

Official agencies and nonprofit helplines, with phone numbers and links taken from their own directories.

  • Area Agency on Aging

    Aging services for Pierce County17

    1-800-677-1116

    The Eldercare Locator connects you with the Area Agency on Aging that serves Pierce County.

    Website

  • Long-term care ombudsman

    Pierce County LTC Ombudsman Program18

    (253) 798-3789

    Free, independent advocate for residents of care facilities in Pierce County.

    Website

  • Medicare counseling (SHIP)

    Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors (SHIBA)16

    1-800-562-6900

    Website

  • Veterans benefits

    Washington Department of Veterans Affairs15

    800-562-2308

    Website

  • Medicaid

    Washington Medicaid agency12

    Website

  • Dementia support

    Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline19

    1-800-272-3900

    Find the chapter that serves Washington.

    Website

Questions families ask

Frequently asked questions about senior living in Gig Harbor

How many senior living communities are in Gig Harbor, WA?

WeFoundCare lists 32 senior living communities in Gig Harbor, WA, from public licensing and certification records. Within 25 miles of the center of Gig Harbor there are 3,019.

How many residents can senior living communities in Gig Harbor serve?

32 of the 32 senior living communities report licensed capacity, for a combined 982 residents. The Census Bureau estimates 3,799 adults age 65 and older live in Gig Harbor.

Which Gig Harbor ZIP codes have the most senior living communities?

98335 (23), 98332 (8), 98329 (1). In all, 3 ZIP codes in Gig Harbor have at least one.

Who licenses senior living in Washington?

Washington DSHS, Aging and Long-Term Support Administration (ALTSA), Residential Care Services licenses senior living in Washington. You can check a community’s license in the agency’s public records.

Who can help if there is a problem with care in Gig Harbor?

The long-term care ombudsman is a free, independent advocate for residents. In Pierce County, call (253) 798-3789.

Are there senior living communities near Gig Harbor?

Nearby cities with listings include Olalla (2, 5.6 mi), Lakebay (2, 6.9 mi), Fircrest (6, 8.4 mi).

Guides

Guides for families choosing senior living

Other types of care

Other senior care in Gig Harbor

Methodology

About this data

How the figures on this page are built. Each number links to its source below.

  • Adults 65+ is the Census Bureau’s 2020–2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimate for Gig Harbor (Census place). Census boundaries can differ from the mailing-address city used for listings, so per-1,000 figures are a guide, not a precise rate.20
  • Licensed capacity is the figure on the public record; 32 of 32 senior living communities report it.
  • Distances are straight-line miles from the center of Gig Harbor (U.S. Census Bureau place center). “Nearby” means within 25 miles and can include other states.
  • Agency contacts come from each program’s own directory and are checked when we rebuild the data. WeFoundCare does not rate or rank communities.

Sources and references

  1. Washington State Department of Social and Health Services, ALTSA. services2.arcgis.com/WW3T8U6q5EkZ9U3n/arcgis/rest/services/Long_Term_Care_Residential_Care_view/FeatureServer/1 Accessed .
  2. Washington State Legislature: Chapter 388-78A WAC Assisted living facility licensing rules (incl. WSR 26-15-066, eff. 8/15/26). app.leg.wa.gov/WAC/default.aspx?cite=388-78A&full=true Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  3. Washington State Legislature: Chapter 388-112A WAC Residential long-term care services training. app.leg.wa.gov/WAC/default.aspx?cite=388-112A&full=true Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  4. Washington State Legislature: RCW 18.20.110 Inspection of assisted living facilities. app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=18.20.110 Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  5. Washington DSHS: Adult Protective Services (1-877-734-6277; Complaint Resolution Unit 1-800-562-6078). dshs.wa.gov/adult-and-aging-services/report-abuse-and-neglect/adult-protective-services Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  6. Washington DSHS ALTSA: Assisted living / AFH facility locator (inspection & enforcement reports). fortress.wa.gov/dshs/adsaapps/lookup/BHAdvLookup.aspx Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  7. Washington Health Care Authority: HCB waivers, room and board, ETRs, and bed holds. hca.wa.gov/free-or-low-cost-health-care/i-help-others-apply-and-access-apple-health/hcb-waivers-room-and-board-etrs-and-bed-holds Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  8. Washington DSHS ALTSA: LTC Manual Chapter 8: Residential Services (program availability by setting, rev. 5/2026). dshs.wa.gov/sites/default/files/2026-09/Chapter%208.pdf Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  9. Northwest Justice Project (WashingtonLawHelp): COPES Program (2026 SIL $2,982, resources $2,000, PNA $108.74). washingtonlawhelp.org/en/copes-program Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  10. Washington DSHS: What is the Specialized Dementia Care Program. dshs.wa.gov/what-specialized-dementia-care-program Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  11. 42 CFR §441.310 via LII: Limits on FFP (room and board excluded from HCBS waiver). law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/42/441.310 Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  12. National Association of Medicaid Directors: Medicaid Directors. medicaiddirectors.org/about/medicaid-directors Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  13. CMS / Medicare.gov: Long-term care coverage. medicare.gov/coverage/long-term-care Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  14. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: Aid and Attendance benefits and Housebound allowance. va.gov/pension/aid-attendance-housebound Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  15. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: State Veterans Affairs Offices. discover.va.gov/external-resources Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  16. SHIP National Technical Assistance Center (funded by the U.S. Administration for Community Living): Find your local SHIP. shiphelp.org/ships Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  17. U.S. Administration for Community Living: Eldercare Locator. eldercare.acl.gov Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  18. National Long-Term Care Ombudsman Resource Center / National Consumer Voice for Quality Long-Term Care: Find your Long-Term Care Ombudsman. theconsumervoice.org/get-help Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  19. Alzheimer’s Association: 24/7 Helpline. alz.org/help-support/resources/helpline Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  20. U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates, table B01001. data.census.gov/table/ACSDT5Y2024.B01001 Accessed Oct 18, 2026.