“The new Ballard location is stunning—beautiful design, world-class care, and a staff that truly understands Seattle warmth and Ballard tradition.”
- Thomasina U, Sister
Aegis Living Ballard
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(206) 260-1990
Set in the heart of Ballard on Market Street, Aegis Living Ballard is Seattle’s tribute to the neighborhood’s celebrated Nordic roots and love of cozy, connected living. Just steps from Ballard Market, neighborhood cafés, and the National Nordic Museum, this is a community with a genuine sense of place, where hygge isn’t just a design principle, but a daily experience: sun-filled lounges, natural wood finishes, wool throws, glowing fireplaces, and communal tables for baking or cards. The building’s architecture invites natural light at every angle, with open gathering spaces that blur the line between indoors and the vibrant Ballard scene outside.
Ballard’s lifestyle is crafted for both engagement and comfort. Over 200 activities each month reflect both local heritage and resident passion: Nordic baking demos, walking groups to the farmers market, flower arranging, music therapy, language classes, ship-building projects, TED Talks, and Scandinavian festival outings. The Life Enrichment team is deeply embedded in Ballard’s culture, partnering with the local museum and community groups to foster meaningful connections and authentic celebrations.
Well-being in Ballard means nurturing every aspect of body and spirit:
“The new Ballard location is stunning—beautiful design, world-class care, and a staff that truly understands Seattle warmth and Ballard tradition.”
“In the five months since my mother and her husband began their independent living experience at Aegis Ballard, have they flourished socially and emotionally. We feel the staff has become a part of our extended family, and a trusted circle of support that has provided us peace of mind.”
Tour Aegis Living Ballard and experience a community where Nordic hospitality, Northwest culture, and expert care create the region’s most welcoming home for senior living. All visits include a personalized care assessment, a custom living plan, and a comprehensive Preparedness Kit to guide every future step.
Respite Stays & Day Stays give family caregivers a real break—hours, days, or a few weeks—while your loved one enjoys a safe, enriching short‑term home at Aegis Living. Guests settle into a beautifully furnished private apartment and have 24/7 care staff and onsite nurses, medication management, and discreet safety technology (motion sensors, medical‑alert pendants, visitor check‑in) for peace of mind. Each day feels purposeful with chef‑prepared, all‑day dining and 200+ monthly activities—from book clubs and fitness classes to movie nights—plus full use of the community. We coordinate with your loved one’s physicians to mirror their routines and care, so the stay feels familiar. It’s also a smart trial run for senior living: meet neighbors, test services, and see what supported independence looks like—without a long‑term commitment. Choose a Respite Stay when you’re traveling or need time to recharge, when your loved one would benefit from structure, social connection, and great meals, or when you both want peace of mind while keeping options open.
Hospice & End‑of‑Life Care at Aegis Living is comfort‑first support for the final stage of life, delivered in your loved one’s private apartment by our 24/7 care team in coordination with a trusted local hospice provider you choose (or we can recommend). Together, we create a coordinated care plan that manages pain and other symptoms, oversees medications, and provides calm, dignified help with daily needs, while offering compassionate emotional support for both resident and family. Discreet safety measures and a reliable medical‑alert system bring help quickly; chef‑prepared, in‑apartment meals adapt to changing appetites. Families are guided through decisions and moments of closure so they can focus on being present in a peaceful, home‑like setting. If your loved one already lives at Aegis, they can remain in the comfort of their home, avoiding disruptive moves. Choose this level of care when curative treatment is no longer the goal and you want expert symptom control, hands‑on daily support, and a setting that protects dignity and prioritizes comfort, meaning, and time together.
Memory Care is specialized, secure support for people living with Alzheimer’s or other dementias who benefit from a calm, structured environment and round‑the‑clock expertise. At Aegis Living, that care happens in Life’s Neighborhood—an intimate, thoughtfully designed setting where 24/7 dementia‑trained caregivers and a nursing team on site seven days a week deliver personalized help with daily living, medication management, and mobility (including Hoyer lifts and two‑person transfers), while gently redirecting agitation and confusion. Days are purpose‑filled with science‑based cognitive programming, certified music therapy, and social activities; chef‑prepared meals are easy to enjoy and dining spaces and cues are designed for memory support. Discreet safety features like secured entrances, emergency pendants with fall detection, and optional motion sensors, prevent wandering and bring peace of mind, and visiting physicians and wellness professionals reduce trips off‑site. Families receive education and ongoing support. If your loved one is unsafe alone, missing medications, wandering, needs frequent cueing or hands‑on help with bathing or dressing, or thrives with a predictable routine, Memory Care offers the right level of care. For milder needs, our transitional Assisted Living can be a first step; for advancing symptoms, secured Memory Care provides the specialized, heartfelt support to help them feel calm, connected, and at home.
