Our mother moved to Northgate Senior Care in December 2023, and my brothers and I believe this was…read morethe best decision we've ever made. For a couple of years prior, she had been in other assisted living facilities more like apartment living, where she was isolated and alone, never knowing who would deliver meals or tend to her needs. At Northgate Senior Care, the staff lives onsite, and they are wonderful. In the 8 months she's been there, we've seen her kind of come out of her shell. She eats with others in the home, attends activities like music therapy sing-alongs, and is very happy with the caregivers. They take such amazing care of all the residents. The facility is very welcoming, always super clean, and it always smells like home-cooking! The caregivers are attentive, ready, and willing to do whatever is needed, and they do it with a happy attitude and smiles on their faces. We appreciate them so much for taking such great care of our mom. We feel very fortunate to have found this beautiful home for our mom to live out her life. We rest assured knowing that she gets the care and attention she needs every day. THANK YOU to all of you at Northgate Senior Care!

A good place to attend classes and meet people. Staff is mostly volunteers and helpful.read more

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.

I highly recommend Eldercare Consulting!…read more My mother-in-law moved to Seattle from out of state. We got her set up in an Assisted Living community and realized after a year it wasn't a good fit. Then we turned to Eldercare Consulting. Patricia was amazing. She provided great resources and ideas, and she asked really good questions ensuring my mother-in-law fully understood her own needs and wants. Not only did Patricia help us secure a perfect living situation, she also coordinated the move. The movers she brought in were courteous, professional and affordable. After my mother-in-law got settled, we called on Patricia for a variety of needs from transportation to appointments to bringing in care after my mother-in-law broke her leg. It was such a relief to know that whatever came up, we had her support and resources when we needed them. Eldercare Consulting made a stressful, overwhelming situation manageable.

I reached out to Trish for advice when it was hard to know where to turn. She was extremely…read moregenerous with her time during a free consultation and had good ideas, then followed up with her suggestions in writing with no hard sell for her own services. She's very willing to talk even if you're not sure what you need.

I don't know what I would have done without Banister. After the sudden loss of my mother I had no…read moreclue or desire to figure out what needed to be done. Vanessa made it so simple. She has the remarkable ability to navigate through all the must-do's and paperwork while at the same time being a gentle and loving support. She truly cares and that kind of service isn't easy to find.

Banister is an absolute must if you're struggling with a health crisis (oncology and beyond),…read moregrief, bereavement and family issues that come out of all of these issues. Their offices are a safe haven during stressful times and their calming, grounding professionalism is so supportive and caring. I can't recommend Banister Advisors enough - they are certainly a partner in life events and especially during challenging times.

very professional. they are very sensitive and caring to…read morethe needs we needed addressed. will for sure use them again when needed. feel blessed that we found them !

I'm pissed off and I need to warn other families about Home Instead Seattle. They completely…read morescrewed up caring for my mother who has dementia, and I'm done being polite about it. They kept sending different people every day. My mom has dementia - she needs routine and familiar faces, not a parade of strangers confusing her even more. This made her anxious and upset constantly, but apparently Home Instead doesn't give a shit about what patients actually need. Half these caregivers had zero experience and some didn't even have the required licenses to care for my mom. Are you kidding me? I'm paying you to send qualified people, not random folks off the street who don't know what they're doing. This is my mother's safety we're talking about. I called management multiple times trying to fix this mess. Talked to some woman named Needy who gave me the most fake, corporate apologies I've ever heard. No solutions, no changes, just "sorry you feel that way" bullshit while nothing got better. This company took our money and provided garbage care that made my mom's life worse. They don't care about your loved one - they just want to cash your checks and send whoever's available that day. Don't waste your time or money with Home Instead Seattle. Find a company that actually knows how to care for people with dementia instead of this amateur hour operation.

I'm currently living in the independent building in a lovely one bedroom apartment. I never could…read morehave imagined that I would have the pleasure of living in a wonderful community like this. The warm, caring staff are all so kind, helpful and supportive. The amenities are meeting every need and more. My niece came to visit and was shocked! She told me that this is like living on a cruise ship. It's true! I can't say enough about the food and food service. The menus go beyond any nutritional requirements. Always plentiful and well prepared. The activities are abundant and so much fun. There are bible studies, support groups, water aerobics, classes, and many opportunities for socializing. If you are looking for a welcoming, warm community, this is it!!

My grandmother lived at Cristawoods. An absolutely gorgeous property and a community atmosphere…read morelike no other.

My Mom was diagnosed with mild vascular dementia several years ago. For years she was able to live…read morecompletely independently, but with time, her disease progressed to the point where we decided that she would do better in a supportive community. But where to move her? The choices seemed overwhelming. Over the years I've had experiences with a wide range of retirement communities, rehabilitation facilities, nursing homes, etc. involving family and friends, so I'd seen both the best and others I wouldn't wish on anyone.  This experience was really helpful, because when Mom could no longer live on her own, I already had an idea about what I wanted for her. We ultimately selected IDA CULVER HOUSE BROADVIEW for its reputation, range of services, location, gorgeous campus, and most importantly, its memory care unit. We couldn't be happier. Here's why I chose them. First, I spoke to a lot of professionals in the field, friends, and colleagues when the (somewhat frantic) search began and was surprised how many had parents or knew friends' parents who lived at ICHB and they all raved about it. That was a great first sign. Second, it's locally owned and operated and is not part of a national franchise, so it feels less corporate and more home-y than other facilities with a wonderful focus on the residents. At the same time, it's an expansive 8-acre campus with a range of living options and is beautifully manicured with gorgeous trees, flowers, paths, both indoor and outdoor seating areas, a beautiful second floor library with big picture windows, and a dining room with beautiful views of the water and mountains. Third, high staff turnover in this business is pretty common. So I was pleasantly surprised to learn how many staff members have been with ICHB for 10 or 20 years or longer. It's a testament to how the company treats its staff. Personally, it's important that the folks who are looking after my Mom like what they do, care about the residents, and that the relationships she builds will be lasting. This is especially important for those with memory problems. I've spent quite a bit of time interacting with staff over the past five or six months and continue to be impressed by how caring, helpful, and personally invested they all are. Fourth, ICHB is a great choice if you have a parent who wants to find a place to retire and age in place. Three options are available: 100% independent living in studios, one-bedroom or two-bedroom apartments; independent living with assisted living services added as needs increase; and memory care. The last thing I wanted for my Mom was to move her into a place only to have to move her elsewhere for memory care when the time came; I wanted more certainty and stability for her. ICHB was a great fit for this reason. When my Mom first moved in, she had a gorgeous, brightly lit studio apartment with a view of Puget Sound and the Olympics with trees right outside her window. Everything was new and clean. It was amazing! There were lots of planned activities, classes, social events, and options for staying busy, making friends, and pursuing hobbies (I receive regular courtesy emails with lists of planned and upcoming offerings). Given her needs at the time, we arranged for her to have assisted living services to provide her the extra help she needed. When her dementia progressed, the Nurse Director helped us transition her into ICHB's memory care unit, called the Terrace. The staff in the Terrace is experienced with Alzheimer's and dementia and know how to provide specialized support to the residents. Her days are filled with activities and she seems happier than ever. I recognize this has been a really long review (hopefully it won't be a tl;dr kind of thing) but I wanted to share this in the event it might be helpful to others who are where I was when our journey began. The thing that has made the most difference to me is the peace of mind I now have knowing that Mom is being well taken care of, is happy, and that if either she or I ever need anything, the staff at ICHB is there for us.

Our family has two members currently residing at Ida Culver House. One is totally independent and…read morethe other requires more support. Both are pretty happy with the environment. They both state that they really enjoy the meals and the dining facilities, also the opportunities to socialize with others in a variety of dining options. I am unable to address the costs with any accuracy so I will say I only understand that fees are 'hefty'. But that includes all expenses. The family members support each them with frequent visits and supplement anything they need. At times, the staff is not 100% on the ball and require that we keep check on doctor's orders. It is important to do this since health issues are involved.  There are a variety of activities offered and many residents take advantage of the offerings and state that the choices are outstanding. These activities offer so much, friendships, socialization, enjoyment and much more. The programs are high quality and open to all. So far, the individual apartments are pretty basic. The windows are large and open onto lovely landscaping. Moving in required that each family member had to leave much behind and only bring in a few treasured items to fit into the small apartments. For our family members it is important that we 'supplement' their lives with our support. We do so with love and affection.

Hannah Kelley was fabulous in helping place my grandparents (Chuck and Shirley) in a senior home…read more She was patient, understanding, and knowledgable. Hannah worked great with my grandpa who was suffering from Alzheimer's and was generally very angry with people (especially people he did not know). Unfortunately, my grandpa passed away days before moving in to the senior home, but the home Hannah helped choose was perfect for my surviving grandma (with memory care available should she need it). I HIGHLY recommend Hannah and her team.

From the owner: CHOICE exists because the options available to seniors in our community are vast and ever changing…read more By working with an advisor, you will receive a tailored list of options that matches your needs, interests and situation as closely and appropriately as possible. Our services to seniors and their families are free. We are financially supported by the senior housing & care industry.

With a Little Help is a remarkable agency that customizes in-home care for your needs…read more recovering from a broken neck. I need help with bathing, dressing, meal prep, light housekeeping, and completion of some errands. Their staff anticipate your needs, and check in with you to make certain that the job that they have done meets your expectations. In addition to being excellent at the tasks, they did, the two primary nurses assigned to me were exceptional people. They were bright, kind hearts, and were clearly in the right field.

Visited my home for an assessment then told me the did not have any staff available part time…read more Waste of my time.