Meridian Court

    31420 23rd Avenue South, Federal Way, WA, 98003
    3.7 · 6 reviews
    • Independent living
    AnonymousCurrent/former resident
    5.0

    Comfortable apartment, caring staff, peaceful

    I'm very happy here - my comfortable second-floor corner apartment faces a peaceful greenbelt with trees, grass, bunnies and birds, and the building's location makes it easy to get around. The facility is clean, residents seem happy, and the nursing staff and director are wonderful and know everyone by name, so there's a real sense of home and community. Downsides: bedrooms are small and parts of the place feel a bit dark and less homey (not as cozy as Meridan Court). Overall I'm looking forward to a long-term stay.

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    3.67 · 6 reviews

    Overall rating

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

      5.0
    • Staff

      3.3
    • Meals

      3.7
    • Amenities

      3.5
    • Value

      3.0

    Pros

    • Green belt surroundings with nature views (trees, grass, wildlife)
    • Comfortable second-floor corner apartment
    • Good location within the building / easy to get around
    • Residents express happiness and intention for long-term stay
    • Staff who know residents by name and treat them like family
    • Sense of home and community reported
    • Nursing staff described as wonderful
    • Clean facility
    • Brand new experience / recently opened or renovated
    • Visible/director-level presence mentioned

    Cons

    • Small bedrooms / overall too small
    • Mixed or inconsistent staff behavior (impolite or uncaring reported)
    • Dark or depressing atmosphere in some areas
    • Lack of a uniformly homey feeling for all reviewers
    • Some unfavorable comparisons to another facility (Meridan Court)
    • Unclear or variable staff quality across reviews
    • Limited detail about dining and activities in reviews

    Summary review

    Overall sentiment in the reviews is mixed but leans positive on environment, apartment quality, and individualized caregiving, while raising consistent concerns about size, atmosphere, and variability in staff behavior. Several reviewers highlight the setting and living spaces as strong assets: the property backs onto a green belt with pleasant nature views (trees, grass, bunnies, birds), and at least one resident specifically notes a comfortable second-floor corner apartment and a favorable location within the building. Multiple comments emphasize that residents are happy and intend to stay long term, which suggests a stable, satisfying residential experience for many.

    Care quality and staff themes are prominent and somewhat polarized. On the positive side, several summaries explicitly praise staff who "know residents by name," treat people like family, and contribute to a real sense of home and community; nursing staff are described as "wonderful." These remarks indicate strong person-centered care and attentive clinical support in parts of the facility. Conversely, other reviews report impolite or uncaring staff and characterize staff quality as unclear or inconsistent. This split suggests variability in staff performance or uneven experiences across shifts, units, or individual caregivers. Management involvement is noted (a director is mentioned), which can be a positive sign, but the inconsistent reports about staff behavior point to opportunities for stronger oversight, training, or staffing consistency.

    Facility and physical environment receive both praise and criticism. The facility is described as clean and, for some, "brand new," and residents report that it is easy to get around and well sited within the building. However, several reviewers describe the atmosphere as dark or depressing and say the space can feel too small, particularly calling out small bedrooms. Another reviewer explicitly said the place lacked a homey feeling. Together these comments suggest that while some units or apartments (like the corner second-floor unit) are comfortable and pleasant, other areas of the building may feel cramped or poorly lit, detracting from the overall ambience.

    There is limited information in the summaries about dining, activities, or specific programming. Because reviewers focused on staffing, apartment layout, and atmosphere, there are no substantive comments about food quality, meal service, recreational programming, or social activities. The sense of community reported by some residents implies that social interaction and community connections exist, but there is insufficient detail to evaluate the breadth or quality of activities and dining offerings definitively.

    Notable patterns and recommendations: the reviews collectively show a facility with clear strengths in location, cleanliness, nature-facing views, and individualized, compassionate care in many cases. At the same time, the mixed reports about staff demeanor and the recurring mention of small, possibly dark spaces are meaningful concerns. Prospective residents or family members should prioritize an in-person visit to inspect bedroom sizes, lighting, common areas, and different wings of the building; ask management about staffing models, turnover, and training; and request specifics about dining and activities since those areas are not well documented in the review summaries. If possible, talk with current residents or families across different units to get a sense of consistency in staff behavior and daily life.

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    About Meridian Court

    Meridian Court sits in a quiet, lovely part of Federal Way, close to shopping, restaurants, parks, and hospitals, so getting out for errands or appointments is easy for most folks. The place connects with the Social Care Network platform, which helps offer social care services and special programs for residents' well-being. You'll find that Meridian Court has several types of care, including options for people who need help day-to-day, and the staff here are friendly, trained, and easy to reach when needed. Residents get a pick of different suite layouts so everyone can find something that fits what they like and make it feel a bit more like a home, and care and amenities come with special names unique to this place, which some people remember and ask for by name after a while.

    People who live here have access to apartments built for seniors who want to stay active and independent while living among peers in an age-restricted setting. There are dedicated care units and special programs, and features throughout the building support safety and easy access, since that's important for many as they age. You'll see spaces inside and out for gathering with friends and neighbors, and there's a packed calendar with social, educational, and enjoyable activities to help keep people busy and help new friendships grow. Some activities happen onsite, and there's a chance for devotional time or outings elsewhere for anyone who wants to join.

    Everyone gets medication management and other healthcare services according to their needs, and for comfort, Meridian Court has amenities that make things feel homelike, including cozy common areas. Transportation is available for residents along with parking spaces if someone drives, and pets like cats and small dogs can live here too, though dogs have weight limits. The staff try to make things easy by helping with daily care, supporting each resident's comfort, and making sure everyone feels welcome in the community. The building uses its own special terms for some care programs and amenities, but every service aims to fit what each person might want or need.

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