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What Is Nest


Our Vision:


To build and sustain a northeast Seattle community where neighbors engage with and support one another through the transitions of aging.

Our Mission:

NEST is a community connecting our members with each other and with resources to age successfully in the place they call home.

NEST is a 501(c)(3) non-profit grassroots community in Northeast Seattle, founded in 2009. By providing a strong support network through volunteers and trusted business referrals, older residents can stay in the homes of their choosing and stay engaged in the neighborhoods they love, for as long as possible.

NEST serves the neighborhoods north of the Montlake Ship Canal, south of NE Northgate Way & NE 110th Street, west of Lake Washington, and east of Interstate-5. NEST is based on the national “virtual village model.” Currently, there are almost 300 virtual villages actively serving across the United States and many more in the works. For more information about the village movement, watch the video below from NBC or click on the Village to Village logo to visit their website.

Visit our YouTube channel for more videos about NEST!


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How NEST Works


With one phone call, NEST members access:


• Enriching events and activities for learning and fun

 Referrals to pre-screened professionals who can help with anything from financial management to caregiving

• Volunteers who assist with daily tasks like transportation, household upkeep, and staying physically active

Benefits:

• Neighbors of all ages become more deeply engaged in their communities.

• Neighborhoods feel safer and more friendly.

• Businesses see more customers and become more closely linked with their neighborhoods.

• NEST Members receive dignified assistance, connections with their community, and can stay in the homes and neighborhoods they love.

• Family members feel less stressed and isolated.



Why NEST Works


NE Seattle residents value community and inter-generational relationships.

NEST works because we make it easier for people to connect in the ways that they want to connect. Whether for social activities or a hand around the house, NEST connects neighbors.

Within NEST, each person has something to give and everyone benefits. Our members believe in community and reciprocity.


Non-Discrimination Policy


NEST does not and shall not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and firing of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services. We are committed to providing an all-inclusive and welcoming environment for all of our members, volunteers, contractors, and vendors.


Land Use Acknowledgement


 NEST acknowledges that we gather on the lands of the Coast Salish Peoples, including the unceded lands of the Duwamish, who have resided here since time immemorial. We recognize their traditions with honor, respect, and gratitude.

Thank You to Our Sponsors

Kline Galland
UnitedHealthcare
Jonathan L. Bowman, Attorney at Law, PS
KeyBank
Right at Home
Guild Mortgage
NEST is a Proud Member of the GSBA
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Call Today: (206) 525-6378

PO Box 51009
Seattle, WA 98115

OFFICE HOURS
Monday - Thursday, 9:00am to 5:00pm
Friday, 9:00am to 4:00pm

info@nestseattle.org