My husband has been at Aegis Living Queen Anne Galer for almost 4 years now. He has always…read morereceived excellent, compassionate care. I am constantly kept well-informed as to how he is doing. Communication is prompt and knowledgeable. The staff is terrific, and combine expertise in their respective fields with a thoughtful, loving approach to their jobs. The food is wonderful, and the place itself is lovely and well-groomed. Everyone here knows and cares about my husband! The environment resembled a well-run small hotel, where everyone stays abreast of who lives there and what is happening. In addition, the building itself at 223 W. Galer is in a charming Queen Anne neighborhood, with coffee shops, art galleries, tasty cafes, and well-loved restaurants. It is very accessible, with street parking and good bus connections. Highly recommended.

I was visiting a friend and found the place to be very nice and the staff to be extremely friendlyread more

Have lived here going on three Years now. The relationship…read morebetween independent livers and staff is outstanding as is the food. The PT and OT staff are the best. The stand alone non profit and the positive role that independent livers play in leadership provide opportunities for rapid responses. Great caring place. .

At Bayview, every detail--from the thoughtfully landscaped grounds to the curated activities…read morecalendar--reflects a commitment to enriching the lives of its residents. The community's vibrant social life includes regular arts workshops, music performances, and intergenerational events, all aimed at fostering connection, growth, and fulfillment. Looking to the future, Bayview continues to evolve, seeking resident feedback to refine its services and amenities. Whether through new wellness programs, enhanced dining experiences, or expanded learning opportunities, Bayview remains dedicated to setting the standard in senior living--a place where dignity, joy, and community flourish every day.

George Vestal and his company McDonald Employment, are simply "The Best". When my husband and I…read morewere in a crisis management situation as to how best to care for his wonderful Mom at her home we kept getting steered toward McDonald Employment. Thankfully they were there to be in our camp and deliver to us 24/7 at home care for my Mother-in-law. Not only did they come to our aid, but the staff George provided was in two words...."The Best". As our parents age and we are faced with the decision of how to best care for them, I will only say to everyone "call George"....owner of McDonald Employment. McDonald Employment is the best and we thank them so much for their excellence, expertise and caring. With much gratitude and appreciation, Jann & Steve B

We used caregivers from McDonald for 4 years for both of my parents. Excellent, knowledgeable,…read morepleasant and kind-hearted ladies. Good cooks, loved my parents' little dog. On the few occasions when we experienced some difficulties, McDonald was very prompt in helping us resolve the issue. Like the previous reviewer, I tell others in a similar crisis, "Call Laurie at McDonald." The social worker I worked with at Virginia Mason had never heard of McDonald and was so impressed with the level of care my Dad was able to receive in his own home. From short term care (a weekend away to visit my son) to 2 years of care, McDonald was there for us.

I cannot say enough positive things about Queen Anne Manor. It is a lovely facility with amazing…read morestaff, caregivers, activities and food options. I have a dear friend who I visit often at QAM. I am always amazed at the care my friend receives. You can tell she is truly cared for, and she has been so happy living there. Her room is bright, clean and cheerful. Truly lovely in a very well cared for building. Many kudos to QAM and the awesome people who work there!

My dad stayed at QA Manor for almost 2 mos until he passed. Me and my family was there everyday…read morewith him and observed a lot. Very high turn over in caregivers, alot of miscommunication with staff, very poor management, no security! I do want to give credit to a handful of the caregivers who was very caring and patient with my dad. I could go on and on but I'm just going to keep it nice and short-do not bring your loved ones here!!!

I've been working with Heather for about a year now. Heather helps me with services for my father…read more She is an amazing resource due to her years in the industry. She's not afraid to ask the important questions and is a strong advocate in a landscape that can be rather daunting at times. She is thoughtful, caring and a wonderful listener. Having her on your team will provide you with a sense of calm and confidence. I highly recommend her services if you need a helping hand trying to come with a plan for your aging loved one. She is very responsive to questions and concerns. Eldercare Navigators provides an invaluable service to the community.

Heather and her team at Eldercare Navigators were worth their weight in gold…read more I would recommend them to anyone. My family was struggling with how to get my elderly parents care. My mother has dementia and my father was struggling as her condition progressed, to the point where he couldn't find time to research respite care. We all rallied, but even with all the help our family could provide, it wasn't enough. We we drowning. With a few sessions with ECN, we had a list of vetted facilities and a expert guidance on how to navigate Medicaid. My parents are now settled in an assisted living facility and my father has help with mom. I cannot thank them enough. Anyone who has tried to figure out dementia care knows how emotional and draining the process is. We couldn't have done it without Heather and ECN.

Looking for a new advisor It's not working out with ERIN…read more I can not get her to choose someone else.

Our concierge, Lori Stevens, was incredible to work with! I cannot say enough good things about…read morethis service. Lori worked so quickly, and even on the weekend, to find suitable housing for my father. She explained everything along the way and was kind and patient with me and my sisters. Lori listened to us and really heard our father's needs and found the perfect Adult Family Home for him. It is so great to have a trusted person in this very confusing world of Elder Care and I am indebted to Lori and Concierge Care Advisors for this service they provide.

I highly recommend this company!! They provide integrity, honesty, and excellent services to the…read moreresidence, and their employees. If you want to be treated with respect and dignity, live in one of the ERA homes or work there.

From the owner: Era Living was founded more than 30 years ago by Eli and Rebecca Almo, with a mission to respect…read moreand honor older adults by enhancing the quality of their lives. That mission still guides us today. As a family-owned company, the resident is at the center of every decision we make. And with the Almos and other senior leadership based locally in the Seattle area, each of our communities has the support needed to navigate through an ever-changing environment. We operate eight retirement communities in Seattle, Renton, Mercer Island, Bellevue, and Issaquah. Each community has its own personality and features that make it unique. No matter which of our communities you visit, one thing you will notice right away is that it will not feel like a "facility." We value arts, culture, and beauty, and each of our properties is a place you can be proud to call your home. You'll find a number of common qualities across any senior living community in the Era Living family, all of which are designed to help older adults maintain independence and thrive: *Extensive, enriching activity calendars; *Connection to the arts; *Plentiful, beautiful outdoor space; *In-house chefs and elegant dining rooms; *Collaboration with the University of Washington; *Independent living, with help when you need it; *Compassionate staff that feel like family; *Pet-friendly; *Supportive programs and onsite counselors

In my last review I groused a bit about the food quality. The food quality has improved markedly…read moresince my last review. While I miss the luxurious buffet, a lingering result of COVID-19 protocols, the prepare to order delivered to table and available for pickup is back up to excellent quality. Put Mirabella on your list of retirement care communities to check out!

My husband and I have lived in a Mirabella apartment since July 2019…read more (I just happened on a negative review that shocked me. ) I initiated a search 5 years ago after falling down stairs twice in our wonderful Ballard house. the transition was fairly easy, much to my surprise. We had an easy move-in and live very comfortably here. There are staff dedicated to moves. The move-in fee was big, but we sold our house, so not a problem. If you move or pass away, a large % of the fee is refunded. We get the equivalent of a big meal a day per person (or 2 small ones) included in our monthly fee, as well as fairly thorough housekeeping every 2 weeks. I don't own a vacumn. They gave us new carpet and I chose to have wood floors for part. On move in, you choose things like wall paint colors, etc. The dining rooms include a casual one where you can pick up meals or choose baked goods etc. I love the staff here. I hire someone to help me above and beyond, but could comfortably manage without if needed. I love to be surrounded by books and have built- in shelves. Maybe you will be lucky and move into a place like mine where the previous occupant did so. We have an electric fireplace. You can move in your furniture at your own expense or find helpful relatives. Parking is an extra fee, tiny if you compare it to city charges. We have a big swimming pool, a smaller warjacuzzi and hot tub, a " Restore "  of items donated or left behind, where I like to shop. It was created by and staffed with wonderful resident volunteers. Lots of programs of all kinds, classes like a writing class I'm fond of. Many other services help, like packages delivered to your apt door. During Covid, they delivered our food. I think you get a certain number of such deliveries a year/ free. They are NOT paying me for this review.

Skyline is a first class experience. It is a welcoming community made up of residents, staff and…read moresupport personnel. The dining options are varied, the food is excellent and the wait staff is exceptional. I tell my friends that being at Skyline is like being on a first class cruise...but based on land!

My parents are looking to move to Seattle and scheduled a tour of Skyline, in addition to 3 other…read morelocal retirement communities. Unfortunately, my parents ended up just sitting in the Skyline lobby for 30 minutes, continually told it would just be another 10 minutes for someone to see them. Eventually, they gave up and went home with the promise someone would call them to follow up. Nobody ever called. The difference between my parents' experience at this large corporate urban enterprise and the other warm and welcoming places they visited in Seattle has been night and day. Ultimately, customer experience should be the top criteria for a retirement community, and Skyline falls down in a big way here. I'm not surprised they haven't been able to sell out their apartments.