Aegis Living
West Seattle

My mother was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s last summer. With her cognitive ability rapidly declining, I realized she could not live alone. The moment I stepped across the threshold at Aegis of West Seattle I knew I’d found my mother’s future home. Over the past six months, Aegis has taken care of my mother and our family in many ways. The staff at Aegis are kind, caring and compassionate. Great care is given to ensure my mother’s physical needs… are met. Throughout the day, memory care staff run programming that stimulates my mother’s thinking and keeps her engaged. Meals are well-prepared and delicious; I know as I’ve eaten there several times, including during amazing holiday events put on for Aegis residents and their families. The center has happy hour several times a week, including live entertainment and a glass of wine. Aegis staff have taught my family and I how to interact with a person with Alzheimer’s and provide educational speakers and a support group for family members. Even my mother’s old dog, who lives with her at Aegis, gets wonderful care! Knowing that my mother is well-cared for by compassionate people provides tremendous relief. I feel like Aegis staff are an extended part of our family, stopping to greet us when we visit and share news about their families even as they warmly listen to my stories. After six months, I would not have my mother anywhere but Aegis of West Seattle. Cathy Thompson

Thank you to all the staff who have worked with Scott to ease the pain caused by the COVID-19 restrictions. He grumbles a lot but is very happy to report when he has been taken out for a “walk” in his electric chair, especially when Cami took him to the viewpoint down 47th Ave SW! And we really appreciate being able to share meals in the outdoor LR – what a great idea to create this space! I also appreciate… the regular updates that we receive via email so we know how things are going.

The entire staff at Aegis of West Seattle seems to be doing an amazing job during these very tough times. I am totally impressed with their professionalism, their true concern about all of the residents and their obvious love of their work. Thank you so much for all you do and for the way you do it!