Highland Court Memory Care

    1704 Melody Cir, Port Angeles, WA 98362
    • Independent Living
    • Assisted Living
    • Memory Care

    Compassionate attentive staff, spotless home

    I've lived here seven years and feel truly cared for - compassionate, patient and professional staff, responsive med techs, and a director committed to dignity. The facility is spotless, light and airy with a beautiful courtyard, frequent activities and family-centered, affordable care that feels like home; I highly recommend it.

    Current/former resident
    Jul 2026

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    Reviews

    4.14·(22)

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      4.1
    • Staff

      4.2
    • Meals

      2.7
    • Amenities

      5.0
    • Value

      2.3

    Pros

    • well-maintained, clean facility
    • bright, light-filled common areas
    • pleasant courtyard and multiple outdoor spaces
    • secure campus with controlled access
    • compassionate, patient caregiving staff
    • responsive medication technicians and clinical staff
    • individualized, dignity-focused resident treatment
    • active programming with frequent activity documentation
    • helpful housekeeping and maintenance
    • smooth placement and transition assistance
    • comfortable private rooms
    • family-friendly visitation options
    • end-of-life care support
    • professional administrative staff
    • affordable/competitive rent

    Cons

    • inconsistent staffing levels and schedule coverage
    • variability in caregiver conduct and attentiveness
    • gaps in clinical monitoring for complex medical needs
    • inconsistent dining quality and limited menu variety
    • unreliable phone and family-communication systems
    • room temperature control and personal-comfort lapses
    • perceived mismatch between cost and service value
    • infection-control and outbreak-preparedness concerns
    • variability in visitation procedures and enforcement

    Summary of reviews

    Highland Court Memory Care is consistently described as a clean, well-maintained facility with bright common areas, attractive outdoor spaces, and a secure campus. Many families praised the facility’s housekeeping, the physical environment, and the ease of placement for people needing memory-care placement. Multiple reviewers emphasized compassionate, patient caregivers and responsive medication technicians; several also highlighted a dignity-focused approach to residents and active programming that is well-documented with frequent activity photos.

    Care and staffing: Reviewers frequently praised individual staff members—caregivers, med techs, and the director—for compassion, patience, and respectful treatment. At the same time, there is a pattern of operational concerns: inconsistent staffing levels, days with short coverage, and variability in staff conduct and attentiveness. Those patterns translate into uneven experiences—some families describe excellent, family-like care while others describe delays in attending to resident needs or difficulties getting consistent assistance. There are particular concerns about clinical monitoring for residents with complex medical needs; prospective families should clarify clinical oversight and escalation protocols for chronic or high-risk conditions.

    Dining and daily living: Opinions on dining are mixed. Several reviewers praised the food and variety, while others described limited menu options or poor meals. The facility provides on-site meal service, but consistency appears to vary. Daily living items and room comfort were generally satisfactory, though there are operational notes about temperature control in rooms and occasional gaps in ensuring residents have appropriate clothing or personal-comfort items.

    Activities and family access: Programming and activities are a clear strength—activity photos, music, and group events such as bingo were commonly mentioned. Visitation is generally family-friendly, with both supervised protocols and the ability to have bedside visits; however, reviewers noted variability in how visitation policies are implemented, so families should confirm current procedures. Some families expressed anxiety about visiting in the context of past infection-control events, suggesting an interest in clearer communication about outbreak response and safety measures.

    Facilities and management: The physical plant and grounds are well regarded for cleanliness and upkeep. Administrative staff are often described as professional and helpful, though there are recurring critiques of the phone-answering system and overall family communication responsiveness. A few comments referenced perceived financial motivations and a mismatch between cost and the level of care provided; prospective residents should review contract terms, fees, and what is included in pricing.

    Notable patterns and recommendations: Overall impressions range from highly satisfied long-term residents to families who experienced significant concerns. The dominant positive themes are cleanliness, compassionate individual staff members, active programming, and a secure, pleasant environment. The dominant operational weaknesses are inconsistent staffing and care continuity, variable dining quality, communication system gaps, and questions about clinical handling of complex conditions and infection preparedness. Visitors considering Highland Court should perform an in-person tour, ask specific questions about staff-to-resident ratios and clinical oversight, review recent infection-control policies, sample the dining options, and clarify billing and visitation policies to determine whether the facility’s strengths align with their care needs and expectations.

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    Location

    Map showing location of Highland Court Memory Care

    Highland Court Memory Care is located at 1704 Melody Cir, Port Angeles, WA, 98362.

    About Highland Court Memory Care

    Highland Court Memory Care sits in a quiet, peaceful neighborhood in Port Angeles, Washington, and offers care to older adults living with any stage of memory loss. The community has 43 licensed beds and is designed from the ground up for memory care, so there's an open floor plan, lots of natural light, secure outdoor areas, and safety features to help prevent wandering or confusion. Residents get individualized care plans which doctors, nurses, and families help shape, and the care team's trained to help folks with memory loss, Alzheimer's disease, and dementia in ways that keep their dignity front and center. There's 24-hour staff with RN oversight, and regular medical monitoring helps check that everyone's healthy and comfortable. Assistance with bathing, dressing, meals, medication, grooming, and feeding gets handled daily, and the staff tries hard to care for everybody with kindness-even when sometimes they're stretched a bit thin.

    Physical therapy, podiatry, and other health services come right to the building, so folks don't have to leave for most appointments. There's apartment maintenance, laundry, housekeeping every week, and all utilities (except cable and phone) are included in the monthly cost. Respite care is available for short stays too, so families can get a break when needed. People can expect three nutritious, house-prepared meals a day, snacks, and diets adjusted as needed. Activities run daily with things like library time, crafts, group outings, local entertainment, volunteer visits, and special touches like salon parties, aiming to keep residents engaged and enjoying life. The life enrichment program balances group activities and one-on-one attention so folks at all stages have something meaningful to do.

    The building aims for a homelike comfort and the staff-including a med tech crew, caregivers, and a housekeeper known for her energy and attention-show care and patience, even on busier days. The management's focus is always on safety, cleanliness, and helping residents stay as independent as possible, even if their private pay resources run low. Highland Court Memory Care is owned by Benicia Senior Living and led by Executive Director Helen Milligan. The website, designed by IlluminAge, has accessibility features, resources for seniors, a contact form, a Facebook page for updates, and a virtual tour for families wanting to look around before visiting. Overall, Highland Court Memory Care offers compassionate support in a safe, home-like setting for those with memory challenges.

    People often ask...

    Highland Court Memory Care offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care.

    There are 12 photos of Highland Court Memory Care on Mirador.

    Yes, Highland Court Memory Care allows residents to age in place and adjust their level of care as needed.

    The full address for this community is 1704 Melody Cir, Port Angeles, WA 98362.

    No, Highland Court Memory Care does not offer respite care. Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.

    Safety & Compliance

    In Washington, the Department of Social & Health Services licenses assisted living and adult family homes, publishing inspection, investigation, and fire-safety reports.

    License number2378
    StatusOp
    Facility typeAssisted Living Facility
    Capacity43 residents
    ExpiresAugust 31st, 2026
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    Inspection Reports

    5

    Reports

    7

    Citations

    0

    Complaints

    3

    Years

    01 Nov 2025Investigation
    Verified compliance after a follow-up visit, with no deficiencies cited.
    • WAC 388-78A-2210(1)(b)Medication services
    • WAC 388-78A-2210(1)Medication services
    01 Nov 2025Investigation
    Investigated found a failure in infection control practices. Staff were not fit tested for N-95 respirators and performed care on covid-positive residents without proper PPE.
    • Infection control – fit testing for N-95 respirators
    27 Aug 2025Life Safety
    Found no deficiencies. No violations were observed during the visit.
    01 Jul 2025Inspection
    Observed deficiencies related to maintenance/housekeeping and medication management, including unsafe storage and failure to follow physician orders. The inspection identified violations and the entity was not in compliance with licensing rules.
    • WAC 388-78A-3090Maintenance and housekeeping
    • WAC 388-78A-2210Medication services
    • WAC 388-78A-2260Storing, securing, and accounting for medications
    07 Nov 2023Investigation
    Investigated a fall-related concern and identified a safety lapse where wheelchair wheels were not locked during a transfer, risking injury.

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