Full-Time

Activities Aide/Program Assistant

Program and Activities Assistants

Updated on 9/12/2026

Transforming Age

Transforming Age

51-200 employees

Nonprofit aging services network delivering housing

Compensation Overview

$21.76/hr

Seattle, WA, USA

In Person

Category
Social & Community Services (1)

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Requirements
  • A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • At least one year of experience in a health or social services setting is helpful but not required.
  • Completion of an HIV/AIDS information course is required and may be completed after hire.
  • An annual flu vaccination is required, with medical or religious exemptions accepted.
  • Completion of a background check and drug screen is required; additional pre-employment screening may include a physical examination, tuberculosis test, and fingerprinting according to state and local guidelines.
  • Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds.
  • Must be able to assist clients with mobility support.
Responsibilities
  • Build caring relationships with clients to assist with their needs and goals, collaborating with caregivers and team members to support care plans.
  • Maintain care by observing and communicating changes in client condition.
  • Promote a safe and healthy environment for clients.
  • Promote client independence, guide education, and encourage engagement by leading activities clients enjoy.
  • Support a respectful and engaging group environment.
  • Monitor participation in activities and provide support as needed.
  • Assist with kitchen duties such as meal preparation, food service, and dishwashing.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Desired Qualifications
  • At least one year of experience in a health or social services setting.

Transforming Age is a nonprofit network that improves older adults’ lives by providing affordable housing, healthcare, and community programs across 28 communities through a broad affiliate system. It owns or manages housing, coordinates home- and community-based services via affiliates like Full Life Care, and funds programs through the TA Cares Fund, Education Fund, and charitable care initiatives. Unlike groups focused on a single service, it combines housing, health services, and community programs with philanthropy to support aging in place at scale. Its goal is to expand access to affordable housing, healthcare, and supportive services for seniors and build a scalable, sustainable ecosystem for aging in place.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Bellevue, Washington

Founded

N/A

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Fitch said June 2026 occupancy recovered; fiscal 2025 ILUs averaged 94%.
  • Parkshore Juanita Bay opened in 2026 fully leased with 50 independent-living units.
  • Leadership additions in 2026, including Matthew Perez and Andrew Minear, sharpen operations and fundraising.

What critics are saying

  • Fitch kept TA at BB in June 2026, exposing refinancing risk.
  • Olympic Tower still filled slowly after the pandemic, signaling fragile demand on large developments.
  • Bond debt secured by facilities and reserves creates an asset-sale spiral if occupancy slips.

What makes Transforming Age unique

  • Transforming Age pairs nonprofit housing, healthcare, and Full Life Care across 28 communities.
  • Parkshore Juanita Bay earned LEED platinum, proving sustainability and premium development capability.
  • Its affiliate network spans GSI, SHAG, CIRC Living, Elder Care Alliance, and peace love food.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Company Match

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Vacation

Flexible Work Hours

Company News

McKnight's Senior Living
Jan 30th, 2024
People in the news, Jan. 30

Alicia Hoppers has been named vice president of affordable housing at Transforming Age.

Transforming Age
Dec 11th, 2023
Transforming Age Welcomes New Board Member

Bellevue, WA - December 11, 2023 - Transforming Age is pleased to announce the appointment of Kathi Lentzsch to its Board of Trustees.