Marymount Manor sits in Tacoma, Washington, and works as an affordable retirement community for adults 62 and older, providing 40 one-bedroom apartments designed for older adults, with some units made for folks who have trouble getting around or need special sensory help, so you've got places where it's easier to move about or get what you need if you can't walk well or see clearly, and the apartments are about 510 square feet, giving a bit of space to settle in with a full kitchen, bathroom with safety features, generous storage, and individually controlled heating, smoke and CO2 detectors, emergency call systems, and window treatments, so you get the basics you'd want for comfort and peace of mind, plus you don't have to worry about smoking because the whole community is smoke-free for everyone's health. The building keeps things easy with one central elevator, a secure entry you open with a key, indoor mailboxes, a laundry room on-site with coin machines, and a community room where folks can gather, celebrate, or visit for events, and the building uses security cameras so you feel safer, with on-site management and maintenance staff ready to step in when there's an issue. Marymount Manor also lets you bring a pet if it's small, like a little dog or cat as long as they fit the size rules, with a $150 deposit, and fish or birds don't even need a deposit at all, but you can only have one animal per apartment, and they do check the size and breed to make sure they're safe for everyone.
Care here is wide-reaching, offering assisted living, independent living, skilled nursing, memory care for Alzheimer's, and even convalescent hospital options for those who need a lot of support, plus there's incontinence and diabetic care, so folks can stay even if their needs increase over time, and if someone needs help bathing, dressing, or taking medicines, staff can help. The manor works to make sure food is nutritious because meals are planned and cooked on site, with a focus on quality ingredients, and there are lots of social and educational activities for residents like bingo, potluck meals, seasonal patio gatherings, BBQs, knitting and sewing clubs through Project H.A.N.D.S., and there's a steady schedule to keep people busy and connected, while friendly staff make the days run smoothly and try to brighten things up. Residents are given keys for their apartment, mailbox, and the main entry, plus community amenities like a garbage and recycling area, a parking lot with some guest spots, and easy access to the Pierce County Shuttle which stops at the front door, making it simpler to get to places around Tacoma like shopping or outings.
Next door is a senior center for more opportunities to socialize or join extra programs, and Marymount Manor works with nearby independent and assisted living communities if someone's care needs change. The place welcomes family and friends to join in communal dining spaces for meal visits, and for those who struggle financially or need help staying independent, a Service Coordinator can connect them to programs and resources at little or no cost. Management tries to create a warm, secure setting where folks feel welcome and respected, always aiming to foster a sense of belonging, and there's a strong sense of community among residents and staff. The place belongs to LeadingAge Washington, showing a real commitment to good standards. The team at Marymount Manor works under manager Linda Yoachum, and staff positions are sometimes available for those looking to work in this kind of environment, keeping everyone connected tightly through lots of in-person support as well as online through Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, LinkedIn, and Instagram.
