Áegis Gardens

Áegis Gardens offers a full continuum of care, including Light Assisted Living, Assisted Living, Transitional Care, Memory Care, Respite Care, and Hospice Care. This means residents can move in needing minimal help and remain in the community as their needs evolve, without the disruption of relocating to another property.

Yes, Memory Care is offered on site for residents living with Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia. What makes it distinctive at Áegis Gardens is the culturally rich environment—familiar Mandarin and Cantonese conversation, traditional foods, tai chi, and feng-shui-inspired spaces—that can be especially comforting for residents with Chinese heritage and meaningful for residents of all backgrounds.

Áegis bills for apartment rent and then adds care charges based on the specific level of support each resident actually needs, so you only pay for the assistance being provided. Because care needs vary widely, the team conducts a personalized assessment before move-in and reviews it over time—reach out directly for current pricing tailored to your situation.

Áegis Gardens offers a wide range of floor plans, including five different studio layouts (Plans 2–5 plus the standard studio), six one-bedroom configurations, and two-bedroom apartments. Companion suites are also available for residents who prefer to share. With this variety, you can choose a layout that fits your lifestyle, budget, and how much space you'd like.

Dining is a true celebration of Chinese culinary heritage, with resident-requested Mandarin and Cantonese classics like hand-pulled noodles, dim sum, hot pot, and Peking duck roasted in view. All-day dining means you can enjoy a late lunch or even a midnight bowl of congee, and the kitchen accommodates dietary, spiritual, and TCM-inspired preferences.

The Life Enrichment program offers over 200 activities each month, from cooking dumplings for the Mid-Autumn Festival and learning Mahjong to TCM wellness sessions, Mandarin storytelling, and Asian film nights. Residents can also take shuttle outings to Seattle for dim sum or lakeside walks, and enjoy classes in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin alongside intergenerational visits from a bilingual preschool.

Yes, Áegis Living communities are pet-friendly, and beloved companions are a cherished part of daily life. We recommend speaking directly with the community team about your specific pet so they can walk you through guidelines and how your furry friend will fit into apartment life.

Áegis Gardens provides 24/7 care staff and onsite nurses daily, so help is always close at hand. The Transitional Care and Hospice Care options also mean that residents recovering from a hospital stay or facing end-of-life needs can receive specialized support without leaving the community.

Yes, Respite Care is offered at Áegis Gardens, which makes it possible to stay for a shorter period—whether to recover after a hospital stay, give a family caregiver a break, or simply experience the community firsthand. Many families find a respite stay is a wonderful way to see if Áegis Gardens feels like home before making a longer-term decision.

The community is in Newcastle, Washington, tucked between Cougar Mountain's forests and Lake Washington's shoreline—a peaceful setting that's still close to Seattle and Bellevue. Visitors are warmly welcomed, and we encourage scheduling a tour so you can see the Zen garden, calligraphy lounge, movie theater, and dining venues, and experience the East-meets-West atmosphere in person.