Aegis Lodge is an assisted living and memory care community located in Kirkland, Washington. The facility offers tailored care services for older adults who require daily support as well as those living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia. Residents have access to personalized care plans and services that include full assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting. For residents with higher needs, the community provides dedicated memory care units staffed with personnel who are specifically trained in dementia care practices. Aegis Lodge employs licensed nurses, and residents can receive medication management, diabetes care, cardiac care, and incontinence care. There are also on-site therapy services available, including physical, occupational, and speech therapies, along with specialized podiatry support.
The environment at Aegis Lodge is designed to accommodate memory loss, featuring a secured community with wander guard or similar systems to enhance resident safety. The building includes enclosed courtyards and indoor walking paths to provide secure, accessible spaces for residents to move around freely, while minimizing risk. Additional amenities within the community include a barber and beauty salon, fitness programs, organized clubs and social communities, and language programs in French, German, and Spanish. Enrichment activities such as yoga and chair yoga are also offered. Daily laundry and dry cleaning services support resident comfort and cleanliness.
Aegis Lodge handles hospice care coordination, and provides end-of-life support in collaboration with external hospice providers if needed. Nutritional needs are addressed with personalized meal plans, and efforts are made to accommodate dietary preferences, especially in assisted living. The community offers complimentary transportation services to support both medical appointments and non-medical outings, enabling residents to maintain external healthcare appointments and participate in activities outside the facility.
Family and resident feedback about Aegis Lodge notes both positive experiences and concerns. Many appreciate the community’s peaceful setting, their variety of amenities, a wide range of daily activities, and the compassion shown by many staff members—especially during transitions of care. Positive remarks often mention flexible family communication options and efforts to accommodate individual needs and preferences. However, some families and residents have reported concerns related to frequent staff turnover, which has at times resulted in inconsistent caregivers and perceived declines in the quality of care. Criticism has also focused on slow call response times, occasional shortages of items, and dissatisfaction with the variety or quality of meals offered. While the facility’s size and amenities are generally well received, some families feel these factors can limit the amount of individualized attention each resident receives. Reviewers recommend that prospective residents and families visit in person to engage with staff and residents to determine if Aegis Lodge meets their care and service expectations.
Costs at this community start at $5,103 and range up to $6,692. The average price in the community is $5,898, which is more than the average price in the area of $5,513. The cost of assisted living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.
