Pierce County

Adult Family Homes in Edgewood, WA

Edgewood has 2 Adult Family Homes licensed by Washington DSHS, with 12 resident beds in total (state records checked November 7, 2026). 2 of them (100%) have a Medicaid contract, 1 hold the dementia specialty, 2 the mental health specialty and 2 the developmental disabilities specialty. The city also has 1 assisted living community.

Choosing an Adult Family Home in Edgewood

Edgewood has only 2 Adult Family Homes, so it is worth looking at the nearby cities below as well. Many families choose a home a short drive away to find the right fit.

Homes are spread across 2 ZIP codes. The most are in 98371 (1) and 98372 (1). If someone will visit every week, start with the ZIP code closest to them.

The average home here is licensed for 6 residents.

Edgewood has more homes approved for developmental disabilities than most of Washington: 100% here, against 61% statewide. That makes it a good place to look for an adult son or daughter with DD.

1 of Edgewood's 2 homes (50%) hold the dementia specialty. If memory loss is part of the picture, filter for memory care first.

Before you visit, read each home's DSHS inspection reports; every listing on this page links to them, and our guide to reading inspection reports explains what to look for.

Paying for care in Edgewood

Medicaid. 2 Edgewood homes (100%) have a Medicaid contract with the state, above the Washington average of 94%. A contract does not mean a Medicaid bed is open today, so ask each home, and ask whether a private pay resident can stay if savings run out.

Cost. Adult Family Homes set their own rates, usually by how much care is needed. Across Washington they typically charge $135 to $473 a day, about $4,050 to $14,190 a month. Edgewood is in the Seattle area, where assisted living averages $8,038 a month, compared with $7,546 statewide. Our cost of care estimator gives a range for your situation.

Free local help. Pierce County Aging & Disability Resource Center (Pierce County Human Services) at (253) 798-4600 can talk through care options and benefits. For a Medicaid care assessment and every other local number, see our Pierce County guide.

WA Cares Fund. If your loved one paid into WA Cares, the benefit can go toward an Adult Family Home. See who qualifies.

Questions about Adult Family Homes in Edgewood

How many Adult Family Homes are in Edgewood, WA?

Edgewood has 2 Adult Family Homes licensed by Washington DSHS, with room for 12 residents in total, according to state records as of November 2026. Each home cares for up to six residents, or up to eight with state approval.

Do Adult Family Homes in Edgewood accept Medicaid?

2 of Edgewood's 2 Adult Family Homes (100%) have a Medicaid contract with Washington DSHS, so residents who qualify for Medicaid or COPES can live there. Ask each home whether a Medicaid bed is open now.

Are there Adult Family Homes for dementia or memory care in Edgewood?

Yes. 1 Adult Family Homes in Edgewood hold the DSHS dementia specialty, which means their staff completed extra state training in dementia care. Ask each home how it handles wandering and night time care.

Which Edgewood Adult Family Homes care for mental health needs or developmental disabilities?

Of Edgewood's 2 Adult Family Homes, 2 hold the mental health specialty and 2 hold the developmental disabilities specialty. Both designations require extra DSHS training. Filter for them on this page, then ask how many residents with similar needs live in the home now.

How much does an Adult Family Home cost in Edgewood?

Each home sets its own rate based on the care needed. In Washington, Adult Family Homes typically charge $135 to $473 a day, about $4,050 to $14,190 a month. Medicaid, long term care insurance, VA benefits and the WA Cares Fund can help pay.

How do I check the inspection reports for an Adult Family Home in Edgewood?

DSHS inspects every Adult Family Home at least every 18 months and publishes inspections, complaint investigations and enforcement letters online. Each Edgewood home on Wayvo links to its own DSHS reports by license number.

How do I find an Adult Family Home in Edgewood with a room open now?

Rooms open and fill quickly, so call the homes on your short list and ask. Or tell a Wayvo guide what your loved one needs and we will check which Edgewood homes have a room open, free.