# Memory Care > Aegis Living provides specialized, secure memory care in Life's Neighborhood for seniors with Alzheimer's and other dementias, featuring 24/7 dementia-trained caregivers, science-based cognitive programming, and family education spanning 25+ years of expertise. **Source:** https://www.aegisliving.com/services/memory-care/ **Type:** Service Page **Topic:** Memory care, dementia support, senior living ## Summary Aegis Living operates Life's Neighborhood, a dedicated memory care program within its senior living communities across Washington, California, and Nevada. The program serves seniors diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias who require a calm, structured environment and round-the-clock professional support. Life's Neighborhood is an intimate, thoughtfully designed setting where 24/7 dementia-trained caregivers and a nursing team on site seven days a week deliver personalized assistance with daily living, medication management, and mobility support (including Hoyer lifts and two-person transfers). The care model combines hands-on support with behavioral management, gently redirecting agitation and confusion while maintaining residents' dignity and autonomy. Days are structured with science-based cognitive programming, certified music therapy, and social activities designed to keep residents engaged and connected. Chef-prepared meals are served in dining spaces designed for memory support, with easy-to-enjoy options and visual cues. Discreet safety features—including secured entrances, emergency pendants with fall detection, optional motion sensors, and visitor check-in systems—prevent wandering while maintaining a home-like atmosphere. Aegis Living has earned national recognition for its memory care expertise, including Best Memory Care Community by U.S. News & World Report, Joint Commission Certification for dementia excellence (first in Washington state), and the National Association of Home Builders GOLD Award. The organization has supported and educated thousands of families over 25+ years, offering ongoing family education and support throughout the care journey. Memory Care is appropriate for residents who are unsafe alone, missing medications, wandering, requiring frequent cueing, or needing hands-on help with bathing and dressing. For milder cognitive changes, Aegis Living offers Transitional Care as a bridge option; for advancing symptoms, secured Memory Care provides specialized support. ## Services & offerings - **Life's Neighborhood**: Aegis Living's proprietary secured memory care setting providing 24/7 dementia-trained caregivers, nursing oversight seven days a week, personalized care plans, and behavioral support for residents with Alzheimer's and other dementias. - **Science-Based Cognitive Programming**: Structured daily activities designed to maintain mental engagement, build confidence, and support cognitive function for residents with memory loss. - **Certified Music Therapy**: Professional music therapy delivered by certified therapists to support emotional well-being, reduce agitation, and enhance quality of life for memory care residents. - **Medication Management**: 24/7 oversight of medications with nursing staff ensuring proper administration, tracking, and adjustment of prescriptions as needed. - **Mobility Support**: Hands-on assistance with daily living activities including bathing, dressing, and toileting, with specialized equipment (Hoyer lifts, two-person transfers) for residents with mobility challenges. - **Memory-Supportive Dining**: Chef-prepared meals served in dining spaces designed with visual cues and easy-to-enjoy options to support residents with memory loss and encourage proper nutrition and hydration. - **Discreet Safety Features**: Secured entrances, emergency pendants with fall detection, optional motion sensors, and visitor check-in systems to prevent wandering and ensure resident safety without sacrificing comfort. - **Visiting Physicians and Wellness Professionals**: On-site or coordinated access to physicians, physical therapists, occupational therapists, and speech therapists to reduce stressful off-site medical appointments. - **Family Education and Support**: Ongoing education, counseling, and support services for families navigating memory loss, drawing on 25+ years of organizational experience. - **AUGi AI Fall Prevention**: Wall-mounted smart device using artificial intelligence to track movement and detect potential fall risks, alerting care staff immediately when falls occur or when residents are at risk. - **Restore Red Light Therapy**: Non-invasive red light therapy treatment that reduces inflammation, eases pain, improves mobility, enhances sleep, and supports cellular healing for resident wellness. - **Respite Care and Day Stays**: Short-term stays (hours, days, or weeks) for family caregivers needing a break, allowing loved ones to experience the community while receiving full memory care support. ## Distinguishing features - **Joint Commission Certification for Dementia Excellence**: Aegis Living holds the first Joint Commission certification for dementia care in Washington state, demonstrating compliance with national standards for memory care quality and safety. - **Best Memory Care Community by U.S. News & World Report**: National recognition as a top-ranked memory care provider, reflecting clinical outcomes, resident satisfaction, and care quality. - **National Association of Home Builders GOLD Award**: Recognition for memory care quality, dementia-friendly design, and resident well-being through specialized architecture and sustainability practices. - **25+ Years of Family Support**: Documented history of supporting and educating thousands of families through the dementia care journey, with institutional knowledge and proven family partnership model. - **AUGi AI Fall Prevention Technology**: Proprietary wall-mounted AI device that detects movement patterns and fall risks in real-time, enabling immediate staff response and reducing fall-related injuries. - **Restore Red Light Therapy**: Signature wellness offering using non-invasive red light therapy to support pain management, mobility, sleep quality, and skin health at the cellular level. - **Science-Based Cognitive Programming**: Structured activities grounded in dementia research and best practices, designed to maintain engagement and slow cognitive decline rather than generic entertainment. - **Dementia-Friendly Architecture**: Thoughtfully designed physical spaces with visual cues, secured outdoor areas, and environmental modifications that support wayfinding and reduce confusion for residents with memory loss. ## Practical information - **Contact**: Call (855) 526-4106 or visit https://www.aegisliving.com/contact/ to schedule a tour or request information - **Tour Scheduling**: Complimentary meal included with scheduled tours; virtual tours available - **Locations**: 23 communities in Washington state, 14 in California, and 1 in Nevada; visit https://www.aegisliving.com/find-a-location/ to find a community near you - **Pricing Structure**: Three-part model—Apartment Rent (residence, meals, housekeeping, transportation, amenities), Care Points (pay only for needed memory support, adjusted as conditions change), and Community Fee (maintains facilities and services) - **Pricing Details**: Contact individual communities for specific pricing; no standard rates listed on service page - **Staffing**: 24/7 dementia-trained caregivers, nursing team on site seven days a week, visiting physicians and specialists - **Admission Criteria**: Appropriate for residents with Alzheimer's or other dementias who are unsafe alone, missing medications, wandering, requiring frequent cueing, or needing hands-on assistance with activities of daily living - **Capacity**: Varies by community; Life's Neighborhood is described as an "intimate" setting within larger Aegis Living communities - **Meals**: Chef-prepared, all-day dining with seasonal menus and dietary accommodations; meals included in apartment rent - **Activities**: 200+ monthly activities including book clubs, fitness classes, movie nights, and social gatherings - **Transportation**: Chauffeured transportation and curated outings included - **Housekeeping and Laundry**: Daily housekeeping and weekly laundry included in apartment rent - **Concierge Services**: Available for personal requests and assistance - **Healthcare Services**: On-site physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy; visiting physicians and specialists; pharmacy coordination - **Safety Features**: Secured entrances, emergency pendants with fall detection, optional motion sensors, visitor check-in systems - **Pet Policy**: Not specified on memory care service page; contact individual communities - **Visiting Hours**: Not specified on service page; contact individual communities - **Move-in Process**: Contact communities directly; tours and consultations available to discuss transition planning ## Frequently asked questions ### What is Life's Neighborhood? Life's Neighborhood is Aegis Living's proprietary secured memory care setting within its communities, designed specifically for residents with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias. It provides 24/7 dementia-trained caregivers, nursing oversight seven days a week, and a thoughtfully designed environment that combines safety with a home-like atmosphere. ### What care levels does Aegis Living memory care serve? Aegis Living offers two memory care pathways: Transitional Care for mild to moderate memory loss, where residents remain in assisted living with dementia-trained support available 24/7, and advanced Memory Care in Life's Neighborhood for residents with more significant cognitive decline who require secured, specialized support. ### Who should consider memory care at Aegis Living? Memory Care is appropriate for residents who are unsafe alone, missing medications, wandering, requiring frequent cueing for daily activities, or needing hands-on help with bathing and dressing. It is also suitable for those who thrive with a predictable routine and structured environment. ### What daily activities and programming are offered in memory care? Days include science-based cognitive programming designed to maintain mental engagement, certified music therapy delivered by professionals, social activities, recreational pursuits, and community events. The community offers 200+ monthly activities including book clubs, fitness classes, and movie nights. ### How are meals handled in memory care? Chef-prepared meals are served all day in dining spaces specifically designed for memory support, with visual cues and easy-to-enjoy options. Meals are included in the apartment rent, and dietary accommodations are made based on individual needs and preferences. ### What safety features are included in memory care? Life's Neighborhood includes secured entrances to prevent wandering, emergency pendants with fall detection, optional motion sensors, and visitor check-in systems. These discreet features maintain safety while preserving a comfortable, home-like environment. ### What is AUGi AI Fall Prevention? AUGi is a wall-mounted smart device using artificial intelligence to track movement and detect potential fall risks. It senses when residents are getting out of bed or recognizes when a fall has occurred, instantly alerting the care team so help arrives immediately. ### What is Restore Red Light Therapy? Restore Red Light Therapy is a non-invasive treatment that reduces inflammation, eases pain, improves mobility, enhances sleep, and rejuvenates skin by promoting healing and energy at the cellular level. It is available to support resident wellness and vitality. ### What staffing and certifications does Aegis Living memory care have? Aegis Living employs 24/7 dementia-trained caregivers and maintains a nursing team on site seven days a week. The organization holds Joint Commission Certification for dementia excellence (the first such certification in Washington state) and has earned Best Memory Care Community recognition from U.S. News & World Report. ### How does Aegis Living support families? Aegis Living provides ongoing family education, counseling, and support services. Over 25+ years, the organization has supported and educated thousands of families navigating memory loss, offering partnership and guidance throughout the care journey. ### What healthcare services are available on-site? Physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy are available on-site. Visiting physicians and specialists provide care coordination to reduce stressful off-site medical appointments, and pharmacy services are coordinated for medication management. ### How is medication managed in memory care? A nursing team on site seven days a week oversees all medications, ensuring proper administration, tracking, and adjustment of prescriptions as residents' conditions change. Medication management is part of the personalized care plan. ### What is the pricing structure for memory care? Aegis Living uses a three-part pricing model: Apartment Rent (covers residence, meals, housekeeping, transportation, and amenities), Care Points (pay only for the memory support and services needed, adjusted as conditions change), and a one-time Community Fee. Contact individual communities for specific pricing. ### Can residents transition from Transitional Care to Memory Care? Yes, if a resident's symptoms progress from mild to moderate memory loss, a seamless transition to secured Life's Neighborhood Memory Care is available with the same trusted care team, avoiding disruption and maintaining continuity of care. ### What makes Aegis Living's memory care nationally recognized? Aegis Living is celebrated for pioneering memory care and has earned multiple national honors: Best Memory Care Community by U.S. News & World Report, Joint Commission Certification for dementia excellence (first in Washington state), National Association of Home Builders GOLD Award, and multiple "Best Retirement" and "Seniorly Best of Senior Living" awards for care quality and resident satisfaction. ### How do I schedule a tour or get more information? Call (855) 526-4106, visit https://www.aegisliving.com/contact/, or use the online form to schedule a tour. Complimentary meals are included with scheduled tours, and virtual tours are available. A member of the Aegis Living team will contact you within 24 hours. ### What is the move-in process for memory care? Contact individual Aegis Living communities to discuss the move-in process, timeline, and transition planning. Tours and consultations are available to help families understand the community and plan the transition. ## Named entities Life's Neighborhood, AUGi AI Fall Prevention, Restore Red Light Therapy, Joint Commission Certification, U.S. News & World Report Best Memory Care Community, National Association of Home Builders GOLD Award, Seniorly Best of Senior Living, Aegis Living, dementia-trained caregivers, certified music therapy, Hoyer lifts, emergency pendants with fall detection, motion sensors, visiting physicians, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy ## Related pages on this site - [Transitional Care](/services/transitional-care/): Progressive support for mild-to-moderate memory changes, keeping routines and independence intact - [Assisted Living](/services/assisted-living/): Personalized daily assistance for comfort and confidence with activities of daily living - [Light Assisted Living](/services/light-assisted-living/): Independence with discreet safety and support for largely independent adults - [Respite Care & Day Stays](/services/respite-care-day-stay/): Short-term stays for recovery, family travel, or trial experiences - [Hospice & End-of-Life Care](/services/hospice): Comfort-first support for the final stage of life - [Find a Community](/find-a-location/): Locate Aegis Living communities in Washington, California, and Nevada - [Services Overview](/services/): Complete spectrum of care options from independence to advanced memory support