Highlander Elderly Care

    26016 116th Ave. SE, Kent, WA 98030
    • Memory Care

    Compassionate 24-hour care, family atmosphere

    I'm very grateful for the compassionate, hardworking caregivers who provided attentive 24-hour, respectful care in a clean, comfortable facility; the meals were delicious, daily showers and massages were appreciated, and the family-like atmosphere with activities like weekly poker made my loved one's final journey pleasant.

    Loved one of resident
    Jul 2026

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    Reviews

    3.67·(3)

    Overall rating

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

      4.0
    • Staff

      4.0
    • Meals

      5.0
    • Amenities

      3.7
    • Value

      3.7

    Pros

    • Compassionate, attentive staff
    • 24-hour care availability
    • Clean, well‑maintained, well‑laid‑out facility
    • Family‑like atmosphere
    • Supportive end‑of‑life care
    • Tasty, home‑style meals
    • Regular personal‑care services (bathing, massages)
    • Organized social activities (e.g., weekly poker)
    • Personable ownership/management

    Cons

    • Inconsistent staff coverage
    • Limited or uneven activity programming
    • Low occupancy reducing social engagement

    Summary of reviews

    Highlander Elderly Care is described overall as a small, home‑style facility that emphasizes individualized, compassionate care. Review content highlights around‑the‑clock availability and hands‑on caregiving: staff are characterized as hardworking, respectful, and attentive, and families note regular personal‑care services (daily bathing and occasional massages). Several comments express that the facility provided comfort‑focused support during residents' final stages of life.

    The physical environment and dining are repeatedly framed as strengths. The home is described as neat, clean, and well laid out, and meal service is characterized as appetizing and home‑style. The scale and layout appear to support a homelike atmosphere that many families find comforting. Ownership and management are noted as personable and engaged in the day‑to‑day.

    Activity offerings appear variable. Some residents benefit from organized social options—examples include weekly poker and family‑style gatherings—contributing to the family‑like feel. However, other comments indicate minimal programming beyond television, suggesting that activity frequency and variety may be uneven and could depend on occupancy, resident preferences, or staff availability.

    The principal operational concern suggested by the reviews is staffing consistency. While many accounts praise attentive caregivers, at least one comment points to a scarcity of caretakers and limited resident presence; this pattern can translate into uneven coverage and fewer opportunities for social interaction when census is low. Prospective residents and families should clarify current staffing levels, the daily activity schedule, and typical occupancy when evaluating suitability.

    In summary, Highlander Elderly Care presents as a small, clean, and personally managed home that delivers compassionate, attentive care and comforting meals in a family‑oriented setting. The tradeoffs to assess are the facility's small scale and potential variability in staffing and activity programming—factors that can affect social engagement and the consistency of nonmedical services. Families seeking a homelike environment with strong interpersonal caregiving may find this setting appropriate, provided they confirm current staffing patterns and activity offerings meet their expectations.

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    Location

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    Highlander Elderly Care is located at 26016 116th Ave. SE, Kent, WA, 98030.

    About Highlander Elderly Care

    Highlander Elderly Care is a family owned and operated senior living community in Pacific, WA, that offers several types of senior care including assisted living, nursing home care, memory care, independent living, home care, hospice, and respite services, you'll find they keep their homes warm and welcoming, designed for up to six residents in a neighborhood setting, with some larger homes offering more beds, so seniors who want a quieter place or those who want more independence can find something comfortable here, and Highlander Elderly Care covers many needs with adult foster homes, adult daycare, senior apartments, and residential care options, plus they have homes in South King County and the Eastside, and trained staff who help with things like bathing, dressing, medication management, laundry, regular housekeeping, and cooking healthy meals three times a day, really making sure everyone's cared for every day, and there's support for people with diabetes, folks who need catheter or colostomy care, plus services like speech therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, dental and podiatry care, with a nurse and doctor on call, and it's clear the staff here have a good reputation for being friendly and kind, which shows up in their Most Friendly and Best Activities awards.

    The homes have a safe setup, with ramps, grab bars, and wheelchair accessible showers for people with mobility problems, and residents can get help with daily life or more hands-on support if they're bedbound, and Highlander Elderly Care offers specialized memory care for those with Alzheimer's or other dementia, with rooms and routines made to prevent wandering and cut down on confusion, but also gives residents a chance for social, physical, and spiritual activities both in the house and through outings or community events, so folks don't feel left out or isolated, and pets are allowed with visits too.

    Meal options include vegetarian or kosher dishes, so people with dietary preferences are comfortable, and housekeeping stays on top of keeping rooms clean, plus daily laundry is available, and residents can use onsite parking, transportation for outings or appointments, and salon/barber services if needed, and the community takes safety seriously, helping with daily reminders for medication and giving attention to those who have trouble remembering or moving around, and there are always staff present, day and night, in case something happens.

    Adult family home owners can get training and support from Highlander Elderly Care, so they're more likely to succeed, and the group's programs aim to help both middle income and affluent residents in the Pacific region, with outreach to let families know what's available, and the focus is always on providing personal and loving care, making sure everyone has dignity and is treated with respect, whether that's helping with a home remodel so someone can age in place, offering in-home aides for companionship, or giving round-the-clock help for those who can't live independently anymore, and with their smaller home sizes and resident-focused approach, Highlander Elderly Care feels personal and connected, giving every resident attention, privacy, and security, while making it easy for families to stay informed and involved.

    People often ask...

    Highlander Elderly Care offers memory care and board and care.

    The full address for this community is 26016 116th Ave. SE, Kent, WA 98030.

    No, Highlander Elderly 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.

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