San Juan Villa Memory Care

    112 Castellano Way, Port Townsend, WA 98368
    • Assisted Living
    • Memory Care

    Highly recommend compassionate memory care

    I placed my mother here for memory care and I'm very pleased. The staff are compassionate, consistent, and feel like family - helpful administrators, proactive communication, and plenty of daily activities (gardens, walks, celebrations) keep residents engaged. The home-like, bright facility is clean with healthy meals, and my mom adjusted well, so I have real peace of mind. I highly recommend this small, well-trained team for quality memory care.

    Loved one of resident
    Jul 2026

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    Reviews

    4.90·(20)

    Overall rating

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

      5.0
    • Staff

      4.9
    • Meals

      4.7
    • Amenities

      4.6
    • Value

      3.0

    Pros

    • Caring, compassionate, and dedicated staff
    • High staff retention and long-tenured team
    • Strong, personalized dementia-focused care
    • Safe, comfortable, and home-like environment
    • Clean, well-maintained facility and attractive common areas
    • Robust daily activities program with an excellent activity director
    • Large outdoor areas, courtyards, gardens, and fruit trees
    • Healthy, well-liked meals and good dining experience
    • Proactive communication and family involvement (celebrations, holiday meals)
    • Staff who go above and beyond and provide individualized attention
    • Seamless admissions and smooth transitions for new residents
    • Small, family-like atmosphere that fosters trust and peace of mind
    • Positive clinical indicators noted (health improvements, perfect inspection score)
    • Residents appear mentally stimulated, happy, and well cared for
    • Strong recommendations from multiple families

    Cons

    • Higher cost; facility described as expensive compared with similar options
    • Location not convenient for some families

    Summary of reviews

    Overall sentiment: Reviews of San Juan Villa Memory Care are overwhelmingly positive. Across nearly every summary, families emphasize the high quality of dementia-specific care, describing the staff as caring, compassionate, and dedicated. Many reviewers note that the staff provide individualized attention, go above and beyond regular duties, and create a genuine family-like atmosphere. These attributes are repeatedly linked to peace of mind for families and clear, observable improvements or stability in residents' health and mood.

    Care quality and staff: The dominant theme is exceptional staffing. Reviewers repeatedly mention well-trained, kind, and upbeat employees who handle daily needs gently and efficiently. Several comments highlight staff longevity and retention, suggesting continuity of care and strong relationships between caregivers and residents. Families report that their loved ones adjusted quickly, felt comfortable, and were treated with warmth and respect. Multiple reviewers specifically called out compassionate, hands-on care and described staff as proactive in communicating with families, celebrating holidays, and providing personalized touches (for example, supplying gardening materials or organizing family meals).

    Facilities and safety: The physical environment is consistently praised. The facility is described as clean, bright, attractive, and comfortable, contributing to a non-institutional, home-like feel. Safety and comfort are emphasized: reviewers feel residents are secure and well looked after. Several notes mention a small, full-care dementia facility size, which is framed positively—allowing a cozy, intimate setting rather than a large institutional feel. One reviewer referenced a perfect inspection score, reinforcing perceptions of regulatory compliance and quality.

    Activities and outdoor space: Activity offerings are another strong point. Reviewers praise a robust schedule of daily activities, mental stimulation opportunities, and an effective activity director who engages residents. The campus features large outdoor courtyards, gardens, orchards, and fruit trees, which are repeatedly cited as therapeutic, enjoyable, and well cared for. Families appreciate that the environment supports walking and outdoor engagement—important elements for dementia care.

    Dining and nutrition: Meals are mentioned positively across summaries. Many family members report healthy, tasty food and express satisfaction with dining. Nutrition is linked to residents’ well-being and positive health changes reported by families.

    Management, communication, and transitions: Several reviewers highlight proactive, helpful administration and strong communication with family members. Admissions and transitions to San Juan Villa are described as seamless by multiple families, with staff facilitating adjustments and making new residents feel at home. Celebrations and family-inclusive events (holiday meals, special activities) are regularly noted as evidence of a community-oriented management approach.

    Value and concerns: The principal drawbacks mentioned are cost and, for some, location. Multiple reviewers explicitly describe San Juan Villa as more expensive or higher cost than similar facilities, though they often add that the higher price is justified by the quality of care and environment. Location was raised as a convenience issue by at least one reviewer, while another noted the facility was minutes away from home; this suggests that location-related concerns may be family-specific rather than systemic. No consistent complaints about cleanliness, staff competence, safety, or activity offerings appear in the summaries.

    Patterns and final assessment: The aggregated reviews paint San Juan Villa Memory Care as a high-quality, small-scale memory care community with an emphasis on compassionate, personalized care, engaging programming, and attractive indoor and outdoor spaces. Families frequently recommend the facility and attest to tangible benefits to residents' wellbeing. The main decision factors for prospective families will likely be budget (higher cost) and geographic convenience. For those who can manage the cost and whose location is convenient, the consistent themes of devoted staff, stimulating activities, excellent upkeep, and a family-oriented atmosphere make San Juan Villa a strongly recommended option for memory care.

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    Location

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    San Juan Villa Memory Care is located at 112 Castellano Way, Port Townsend, WA, 98368.

    About San Juan Villa Memory Care

    San Juan Villa Memory Care sits just off San Juan Avenue in Port Townsend on the Olympic Peninsula, where the community takes care of seniors who have Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia, and you'll find it's built with memory care in mind because the hallways are circular to help reduce confusion and prevent wandering, while doors and grounds are secured for safety, so residents who may try to leave are gently kept within, and there are bracelets that ring alarms if someone heads toward an exit. With a small community of 32 residents, the staff at San Juan Villa are described as nice, helpful, joyful, and kind, and they're available 24 hours a day, with licensed nurses always on site, awake staff around, and individualized service plans that get updated regularly because needs can change, and the community's able to handle everything from medication and incontinence reminders to insulin injections and managing aggressive or unusual behavior, plus it can accommodate people prone to wandering or those who sometimes act out physically. The facility is all on one level, wheelchair accessible, and all 22 apartments-12 private, 10 semi-private-have their own bathrooms with roll-in showers, cable and phone connections coordinated through outside providers, and emergency call devices in each room, so help's always close.

    Meals here are dietician-approved, bringing three balanced options every day, with snacks and vegetarian selections always available, and the kitchen makes food with quality ingredients aimed at keeping up vitamins and minerals, with an open dining room that has plenty of light and even a large fish aquarium right in the dining area, which seems to bring a bit of life into the space, and for those who like to garden, there are outdoor raised beds and fruit trees, a secure courtyard, and a large fenced yard with walking paths and places to sit. Residents can use the on-site salon, enjoy cable TV, use the computer room, and access free Wi-Fi in the common areas, with smoke detectors, fire sprinklers, and electronic security across the building, making safety a clear priority. Housekeeping and laundry services come weekly, bathrooms are in every apartment, and there are both indoor and outdoor common areas like a cozy living room with a stone fireplace and communal TV rooms, so people can gather together or relax, and devotional services are offered both onsite and offsite for those who want them.

    San Juan Villa is owned by Caring Places Management, operates as an assisted living facility with memory care specialization, and aims to offer a warm, home-like setting where each person's service plan fits their preferences and medical needs, with options for both long-term and short-term (respite or daycare) stays, so people can age in place, even as care requirements change. The staff supports residents with daily activities like bathing, getting dressed, eating, moving around, and keeping rooms tidy, and there are fitness and wellness programs, outdoor gardens, group discussions, artistic sessions like painting or music therapy, soft exercise, and remembrance therapy. The community supports social engagement through life enrichment centers, with unique spaces set up for reminiscing-like vintage military uniforms, a baby nursery, and other thoughtful touches that help residents connect with memories.

    Medical care gets attention, too, with regular visits from podiatrists and physical therapists, and the building's designed to manage care for those at risk of falling, elopement, or challenging behaviors, supporting diabetic residents with insulin management and those needing behavioral assistance or supervision. Pets-dogs and cats-may join, and pet care is available, so residents don't have to give up their furry companions. The facility's involved with families and the local community, updating care plans and keeping people informed, and there's even transportation for outings or shopping, although there's a separate fee, and a beautician works right on site. Overall, San Juan Villa Memory Care tries to provide a caring, stable, and secure setting, focusing on dignity, safety, and comfort for seniors needing memory support, with a committed team that understands both the medical and emotional needs of those living with dementia.

    People often ask...

    San Juan Villa Memory Care offers assisted living and memory care.

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    The full address for this community is 112 Castellano Way, Port Townsend, WA 98368.

    No, San Juan Villa 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 number2143
    StatusOp
    Facility typeAssisted Living Facility
    Capacity32 residents
    ExpiresAugust 31st, 2026
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    Inspection Reports

    7

    Reports

    31

    Citations

    0

    Complaints

    3

    Years

    01 Mar 2026Investigation
    Investigated a complaint and found deficiencies related to resident rights and timely notification to the resident's physician and representative after an allegation of bed-sharing.
    • WAC 388-78A-2660Resident rights
    • RCW 70.129Long-term care resident rights
    15 Oct 2025Life Safety
    Identified multiple life-safety deficiencies, including missing annual inspections for portable extinguishers, no fire door inspection report, and incomplete testing/maintenance records for sprinklers and fire alarm systems.
    • IFC 907.8.1 through 907.8.5; NFPA 72Testing and Maintenance
    • IFC 906.2 2021Portable Fire Extinguishers - General Requirements
    • IFC 907.8.1 through 907.8.5Inspection, Testing and Maintenance
    • NFPA 80NFPA 80 Fire Door Inspection and Testing
    01 Mar 2025Inspection
    Found multiple deficiencies across medication management, safety, confidentiality, and staffing, with follow-up confirming ongoing noncompliances.
    • WAC 388-78A-2230Medication refusal
    • WAC 388-78A-3100Safe storage of supplies and equipment
    • WAC 388-78A-2950Water supply
    • WAC 388-78A-2400Protection of resident records
    • WAC 388-78A-2484Tuberculosis two-step testing
    • WAC 388-78A-2665Resident rights—Medicaid policy disclosure
    • WAC 388-78A-2305Food sanitation
    • WAC 388-78A-2320Intermittent nursing services
    • WAC 388-78A-2160Monitoring residents’ well-being
    • WAC 388-78A-2120Ongoing assessments
    • WAC 388-78A-2464Background checks
    • WAC 388-78A-2474Training and home care aide certification
    01 Feb 2025Enforcement Letters
    Identified a deficiency for medication refusal due to failure to notify the physician when a resident refused medications, resulting in a civil fine.
    • WAC 388-78A-2230Medication refusal - notification to physician
    24 Apr 2024Life Safety
    Found multiple deficiencies in recordkeeping and maintenance of safety systems, resulting in disapproval of the facility's status. A follow-up inspection was scheduled for on or after 2024-01-14.
    • IFC 405.5 2015Recordkeeping
    • IFC 904.12.5.2 2018Duct and Air Transfer Openings - Maintaining Protection
    • IFC 903.5 2009, 2012, 2015, 2018Testing and Maintenance
    • IFC 904.1.1 2018Certification of Service Personnel for Fire-Extinguishing Equipment
    • IFC 904.12.5.2 2018Extinguishing System Service
    • IFC 906.2 2015, 2018Fusible Link and Sprinkler Head Replacement
    • IFC 907.8 2018Portable Fire Extinguishers - General Requirements
    • IFC 907.8 2018Inspection, Testing and Maintenance
    • IFC 915.6 2018Maintenance
    • IFC 1031.10 2018Emergency Lighting Equipment Inspection and Testing
    01 Nov 2023Enforcement Letters
    Fined the license for infection control deficiencies related to leaving soiled PPE before exiting resident rooms during an active outbreak.
    • WAC 388-78A-2610(1)Infection control
    23 Oct 2023Investigation
    Investigated three allegations and found infection control practices and PPE were not followed prior to exiting residents’ rooms; mold was not observed; residents were not charged for room tray delivery.
    • Infection control practices

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