Aegis of Bellevue Opens February 13

BELLEVUE, Wash., Feb. 5 /PRNewswire/ -- Senior living is changing for the better and the new Aegis of Bellevue is testament to the trend. Aegis Living, a national leader in senior, assisted living and memory care communities, is pleased to announce that it will open its newest community on Saturday, February 13th. Aegis of Bellevue is located at 148 102nd Ave SE in the heart of Old Bellevue just off Main Street.  It has been built from the ground up to accommodate seniors with the best of everything in senior housing. From its exclusive Living 4 Life® program to the special details in the construction, Aegis of Bellevue is ready to make residents' lives better each and every day.  

"We are extremely proud of our 34th community. The building, location and staff offer the best in senior living here on the Eastside," says Dwayne J. Clark, chairman and CEO of Aegis Living. "Between the views, proximity to the nearby waterfront and the downtown Bellevue shopping district residents could not ask for a better place. And we are very excited to offer our exclusive and new Living 4 Life program, for our Aegis of Bellevue residents. We offer more than a place to live, we offer seniors a better way of life."

The newly constructed Aegis of Bellevue is the 12th Aegis community in the Puget Sound region. It offers 68 assisted living apartments and 18 Life's Neighborhood™ apartments, to serve those living with memory care issues. Aegis Living purchased the property in August 2008.

To RSVP call 425-453-8100 or email [email protected].

Exclusive Living 4 Life® Program

Residents can partake in the innovative wellness program Living 4 Life helping them maintain a long, healthy and active life.  The program is a collaborative effort between the University of Washington School of Medicine, Bastyr University, Dakim and Technogym. The best minds in each field offer expertise to maximize wellness for all residents. It combines elements of mind, body, spirit and community including massage therapy and a state of the art fitness center. Their longevity program, led by UW School of Medicine senior faculty member, Dr. Claudia Finkelstein with classes on healthy aging, nutrition and exercise. Memory care residents benefit from innovative light therapy which may diminish the affects of depression and dementia

Activities and Amenities

Aegis of Bellevue features stunning architecture with welcoming, common areas such as a bistro, library, outdoor gathering places, full exercise room with Technogym equipment and a state-of-the-art entertainment room. Activities, services and amenities offered include:

• Private Dining Room
• Patio Dining
• 1950's Cadillac
• Outdoor Sensory Garden and gathering places
• Movie Theater
• Fitness Center
• Care Managers available 24/7  
• Licensed Nurse to monitor health needs
• Specially-trained Medication Care Managers  
• Safety and security systems in place 24 hours a day
• Staff available 24/7
• A call button in each apartment or optional pendant to summon assistance
• Weekly scheduled transportation for medical appointments, outings and more
• Daily social and recreational activities
• Guest meals and catering
• Transportation outside of scheduled days
• Shopping and concerts
• Room service
• Dry cleaning and personal laundry
• Extra residence cleaning
• Pet care
• Massage Therapy
• Spa and Massage
• Beauty Salon/Barber
• Secured Underground parking
• Yoga, Tai Chi
• Resident Storage
• Craft Room
• Library
• Art appreciation
• Card Room
• Community park
• Pet Paths

About Aegis Living  

Aegis Living is a national leader in retirement and assisted living, offering a progressive selection of senior residences to meet the growing needs of today's aging population. Providing the finest in senior lifestyle and living options available, "We're the people who make life better" emphasizes health, quality of life, well being and community. Aegis Living is guided by a simple philosophy: strive to treat all people with the highest possible standards. Founded in 1997 and headquartered in Redmond, Washington privately held Aegis Living operates 35 communities in Washington, California and Nevada. Additional information about Aegis Living and its services are available at www.AegisLiving.com. Follow us on Twitter @twitter.com/aegisliving and Facebook at http://bit.ly/OUNyR.

SOURCE Aegis Living