Please ensure Javascript is enabled for purposes of website accessibility

Our Blog

at Gig Harbor Court

At Gig Harbor Court, we understand how overwhelming it can be for seniors and their families in Washington who might be navigating the process of selecting a Tacoma retirement village, Kensington assisted living facility, or nearby senior living community. Our blog is here to provide helpful advice and insights about our Gig Harbor, WA community specifically, as well as tips about assisted living in general.

We feature stories from our team members who have experienced senior living first-hand in the area and can offer a unique point of view into our services, amenities, and activities. We also provide valuable resources on topics such as financial planning and health care options that seniors may encounter while transitioning to an assisted living community.

Our team prioritizes providing a high quality senior living experience and strive to make the transition to our senior apartments as smooth as possible. This blog reflects Gig Harbor Court’s values, and it is an excellent source of information for seniors and their families who are exploring assisted living. We invite you to take a look!

Spring Has Sprung at Pegasus Senior Living Communities!

Pegasus Senior Living communities are celebrating the return of spring with a full program of activities. Pegasus senior living communities not only provide seniors with...

Welcoming the Return of Visitors to Pegasus Senior Living

A complete guide on protocols outlined by the CDC for reinstating visitation in senior living communities It’s been over a year since we’ve gotten to...

Happiness Is Contagious: Positive Senior Care at Pegasus

Pegasus Communities Look Forward To a Springtime Full of Joy “Happiness is Contagious.” After a year filled with strife and adversity, Pegasus Senior Living is...

What Is Independent Living? When More Support May Be the Right Next Step in Gig Harbor

When families first start asking what is independent living, they’re usually looking for a definition. But more often, they’re really asking something else: Is my...

5 Unique Features of Pegasus’ Connections Memory Care

How Pegasus Senior Living Communities Ease the Burden of Alzheimer’s and Dementia Pegasus’ Connections Memory Care program is beneficial for both seniors and their families...

Pegasus Senior Living Celebrates 2021 International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month

National Senior Living Operator Empowers the Women Who Define Their Communities In honor of International Women’s Day 2021, Pegasus Senior Living is thrilled to acknowledge...

At Gig Harbor Court, we understand how overwhelming it can be for seniors and their families in Washington who might be navigating the process of selecting a Tacoma retirement village, Kensington assisted living facility, or nearby senior living community. Our blog is here to provide helpful advice and insights about our Gig Harbor, WA community specifically, as well as tips about assisted living in general.

We feature stories from our team members who have experienced senior living first-hand in the area and can offer a unique point of view into our services, amenities, and activities. We also provide valuable resources on topics such as financial planning and health care options that seniors may encounter while transitioning to an assisted living community.

Our team prioritizes providing a high quality senior living experience and strive to make the transition to our senior apartments as smooth as possible. This blog reflects Gig Harbor Court’s values, and it is an excellent source of information for seniors and their families who are exploring assisted living. We invite you to take a look!

Pegasus Senior Living | Seniors eating a healthy breakfast

Senior Nutrition for Brain Health and Cognitive Performance

Food for Thought What we eat affects more than just our bodies. Food plays a crucial role in how our brains function. As we age, ...
Read More →
Pegasus Senior Living | Pegasus Senior Living’s Senior Vice President of Health and Wellness, Dr. Sandra Petersen, presented research on neuroplasticity at this year’s Texas Alzheimer’s Research and Care Consortium (TARCC).

Advancing Alzheimer’s Research in Texas: Dr. Sandra Petersen at TARCC

Alzheimer’s affects millions of families across the country, making research and innovation in senior care more important than ever. The Texas Alzheimer’s Research and Care ...
Read More →
Pegasus Senior Living | Senior woman and daughter reading on laptop

Brain Health Basics for Older Adults

Cognitive Health Matters at Any Age As we grow older, maintaining our brain health becomes as important as caring for our physical well-being. The brain ...
Read More →
Pegasus Senior Living | Senior women with granddaughter

Understanding the Biological Causes of Dementia

Caring for a loved one as they age is both a blessed responsibility and a significant challenge, particularly when facing dementia. As an adult child, ...
Read More →
Gig Harbor Court | Clark 102nd Birthday

Our 102-Year-Old Senior: Leisure Drives His Longevity

Clark benefits from senior leisure time at Gig Harbor Court in Gig Harbour, WA every single day. Born in November 1922, Clark is from Portland, ...
Read More →
Group of seniors with young caretake

Announcing Pegasus Senior Living’s 2025 Brain Health Program

By Dr. Sandra Petersen, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, GNP-BC, PMHNP-BE, FAANP Senior VP of Health and Wellness, Pegasus Senior LivingFounder of the Connections Memory Care Program ...
Read More →

Book a tour at your convenience and get to know our team.


We are ready when you are.

This website uses cookies.

Holiday Cheer:

Our Gift to You

Move in by December 31
and receive
$1000 off three months' rent.*

We are available over the holidays for tours!
Fill out the form to unwrap our limited-time
holiday discounts!

*Free rent applies to base cost only. Care services may be additional charges.