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Marine Courte Memory Care

Families consistently rate this highly — reviewers highlight warm, compassionate, and attentive nursing staff. Schedule a visit to confirm the fit.

948 Oyster Bay Court, Bremerton, WA 9831232 bedsLicensed & Active
Source: WA DSHS — view official record
Google rating
4.8/5

based on 46 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

This facility is highly regarded for its warm staff and engaging environment, making it a strong contender for many families. However, given the recent, serious reports of unprofessional leadership in the memory care unit, we strongly advise you to meet with the specific department manager during your tour to assess their communication style and professionalism firsthand.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

46 reviews on Google
Marine Courte Memory Care and the associated Bay Pointe facility receive high praise for their compassionate staff, clean environment, and welcoming atmosphere. While many families report excellent experiences with the care team, a recent, severe complaint regarding the management of the memory care unit highlights a significant lack of professionalism and empathy in leadership that prospective families should investigate.

Quality Themes

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Food9.0Staff7.0Clean9.0Activities9.0Meds9.0Memory6.0Comms8.0ValueN/A

Strengths

  • Warm, compassionate, and attentive nursing staff
  • Clean, well-maintained, and nicely decorated facility
  • Strong, supportive administrative team
  • Effective and engaging activities for residents

Concerns

  • Unprofessional and hostile behavior by memory care management (mentioned by 3 reviewers)

Rating Trends

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2344.72021(6)5.02022(6)4.92023(38)4.82024(19)5.02025(12)3.92026(19)

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30 reviews posted between Oct 17, 2023Oct 18, 2023 · 30 were 5-star
10 reviews posted between Mar 4, 2026Mar 5, 2026 · 7 were 5-star

How They Respond to Reviews

70%response rate

This facility actively engages with reviewer feedback.

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1I noticed that your team is very active in responding to feedback online; how do you incorporate family input into the daily care plans for residents?
  • 2Given the intimate size of your 32-resident community, how do you foster a sense of connection and personalized attention for those living here?
  • 3We’ve heard wonderful things about your activity program; could you walk us through a typical day and how you tailor those engagements to different memory care needs?
  • 4How does your leadership team approach conflict resolution and communication to ensure a supportive environment for both families and staff?
  • 5With your reputation for compassionate nursing care, what protocols are in place to handle medical emergencies or changes in health status during the overnight hours?
  • 6The facility is consistently praised for being well-maintained and beautifully decorated; how do you involve residents in personalizing their living spaces to make them feel more at home?

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Key Review Excerpts

From the initial conversation with Jessica, to check in with Tommy, the entire process was smooth, humane and compassionate. Jessica goes way above and beyond her call of duty, and invests herself in helping during the challenging times.

Memory care family member · 2025★★★★★

The common areas are well-maintained, med staff are very attentive and accurate, and the overall cleanliness and variety of activities and events for residents are both great highlights.

Long-term resident's family · 2024★★★★

My mom was cared for at Bay Pointe and Marine Court for about five years and I can’t say enough positive things about the staff at both facilities . ❤️ They are helpful, knowledgeable, and I always felt like they cared.

Long-term resident's family · 2026★★★★★
Source: 46 Google reviews

State Inspection History

State Inspections

Source: WA Dept. of Social & Health Services

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46deficiencies
Aug 18, 2025Fire

Facility status is Disapproved. Inspection history spans June, July, and August 2025, documenting ongoing construction and recurring maintenance issues.; Facility failed inspection. Multiple repeat violations regarding oxygen tank storage and documentation.

Ceiling ClearanceIFC 315.2.1

Combustible storage within 18 inches of the sprinkler head in the Activities Storage Room.

Portable, Electric Space HeatersIFC 603.9

Portable heaters in Family Room and Conference Room lack automatic shut-off when tipped over.

Testing and Maintenance (Sprinklers)IFC 903.5

Exterior sprinkler heads covered in paint.

Smoke Detector SensitivityIFC 907.8.3

Failed to maintain monthly nuisance log for smoke detectors.

Fire Alarm Testing and MaintenanceIFC 907.8 2021

Failed to provide documentation of annual fire alarm service and semi-annual service within the past twelve months. Deficiency found on 07-19-2025 (1-24 VDC Bell, North Hall Failure).

Relocatable power taps and current tapsIFC 603.5

Unfused power strips in use in Room 20 and Activities Room desk; multi-plug adapter in use behind TV/Fridge.

Door OperationIFC 705.2.4

Multiple doors failing to close/latch; Kitchen Storage door missing self-closer; Room 29 door propped open with cardboard.

Inspection, Testing and Maintenance (Alarm)IFC 907.8

Failed to provide documentation of annual and semi-annual fire alarm system service.

Door OperationIFC 705.2.4 2021

Room 17 has a self-closer on the door that is not operational.

Fire safety, evacuation and lockdown plan contentsIFC 404.2

Failed to provide documentation of fire drills between April 2024 and December 2024.

Owner's ResponsibilityIFC 701.6

Penetration in the wall near the sprinkler piping in the Diaper Storage Room.

Portable Fire ExtinguishersIFC 906.2

Break room fire extinguisher not serviced since 2023.

Stationary Compressed Gas ContainersIFC 5303.4.1

No signage on Med Room door regarding oxygen storage; no 'FULL'/'EMPTY' signage inside.

Sprinkler Systems Testing and MaintenanceIFC 903.5 2021

Several exterior sprinkler heads were covered in paint and require replacement.

Abatement of Electrical HazardsIFC 603.2

Screw and washer screwed into an electrical outlet in Laundry Room; missing/broken outlet covers in Med Room and Room 20.

Inspection and MaintenanceIFC 705.2

1.5-inch gaps at the base of the Med Room door and Soiled Laundry Room door.

Hangers and BracketsIFC 906.7

Kitchen type K fire extinguisher bracket dislodged from the wall.

Securing Compressed Gas ContainersIFC 5303.5.3

Unsecured oxygen tanks found in corridor/storage after initial correction.

Jul 29, 2025Fire

There is a separate inspection document for 10/14/2025 indicating violations from previous inspection were corrected, but the main report is the 07/29/2025 inspection which resulted in a 'Disapproved' status.

Sprinkler systems testing and maintenanceIFC 903.5

Annual forward flow test required for riser backflow; 10 year sampling test required for all DRY sprinkler heads; painted sprinkler head in broom closet; fire sprinkler riser blocked by items; sprinkler head loaded with debris in activity room and laundry room.

Commercial cooking systems operations, inspection and maintenanceIFC 606.3

Facility failed to cap-off kitchen gas line.

Portable fire extinguishers maintenanceIFC 906.2

Facility failed to maintain portable fire extinguisher in laundry room; extinguisher mounted over 5 feet high.

Protruding objects / clear width of accessible routesIFC 1003.3.4

Facility failed to maintain exit path; exit located by room 9 is being blocked by various items.

Jun 27, 2025Enforcement
$200.00Report

Letter serves as formal notice of a $200.00 civil fine for an uncorrected deficiency.

Training and home care aide certification requirementsWAC 388-78A-2474 (2)(4)

The licensee failed to ensure one staff obtained home care aide (HCA) certification within 200 days of hire. This is an uncorrected deficiency previously cited on April 11, 2025.

Jun 27, 2025Inspection

Follow-up inspection related to uncorrected deficiencies previously cited on 04/11/2025.

Training and home care aide certification requirementsWAC 388-78A-2474Corrected Aug 11, 2025

Staff B (Medication Technician) failed to obtain home care aide (HCA) certification within 200 days of hire and was working regularly scheduled shifts.

Sep 16, 2024Investigation

Follow-up inspection on 11/20/2024 confirmed no deficiencies and that WAC 388-78A-2305 was corrected.

Food sanitationWAC 388-78A-2305Corrected Sep 27, 2024

13 of 19 staff members did not have valid, current food worker cards as required.

Oct 11, 2023Investigation

The document set includes a follow-up letter dated 12/07/2023 confirming that the deficiency (WAC 388-78A-2600-1) was corrected.

Policies and proceduresWAC 388-78A-2600Corrected Oct 26, 2023

The facility failed to implement its own policy to lock the outer memory care unit door after 7:00pm. Observation on 09/13/2023 at 2:50am confirmed the door was unlocked.

Sep 21, 2023Investigation

A follow-up inspection on 11/20/2023 determined this deficiency was corrected.

Policies and proceduresWAC 388-78A-2600Corrected Oct 3, 2023

The facility failed to assist a resident off the floor using an available, functional mechanical lift after a fall, instead waiting for fire department staff to assist.

Aug 22, 2023Fire

Inspection conducted on 07/18/2023 resulted in 'Disapproved' status. A follow-up inspection on 08/22/2023 confirmed all previously noted violations were corrected, and status was updated to 'Approved'.

Unapproved conditionsIFC 604.6Corrected Aug 22, 2023

Nurses office is missing its receptacle cover.

Door OperationIFC 705.2.4Corrected Aug 22, 2023

Back TV room door did not close/latch properly when tested.

Extinguishing System ServiceIFC 904.12.5.2Corrected Aug 22, 2023

Kitchen suppression system yellow tagged due to not being UL300 compliant.

Means of Egress IlluminationIFC 1008.1Corrected Aug 22, 2023

Emergency light in Riser room failed to operate when tested.

InstallationIFC 604.4.3Corrected Aug 22, 2023

Power strips dangling by their cords in the reception area and laundry room.

Hold-Open Devices and ClosersIFC 705.2.3Corrected Aug 22, 2023

Back TV room door is missing its door closure.

Testing and MaintenanceIFC 903.5Corrected Aug 22, 2023

Unable to provide documentation for quarterly sprinkler inspections.

Fuel-Burn AppliancesIFC 915.1.4Corrected Aug 22, 2023

No carbon monoxide alarms in laundry room with gas-fed appliances.

Circuit identification and AccessibilityNFPA 72 10.6.5.2Corrected Aug 22, 2023

Fire alarm circuit breaker in electrical room missing required lock device.

Extension CordsIFC 604.10.3Corrected Aug 22, 2023

Extension cord in use in the back TV room.

Penetrations - Maintaining ProtectionIFC 703.1Corrected Aug 22, 2023

Reception area (back closet) has a penetration in the wall.

Duct and Air Transfer OpeningsIFC 706.1Corrected Aug 22, 2023

Unable to provide documentation for last fire/smoke damper testing.

Extinguishers Weighing 40 Pounds or LessIFC 906.9.1Corrected Aug 22, 2023

Fire extinguishers mounted above the five-foot requirement in water heater room and electrical room by room 3.

ReliabilityIFC 1030.2Corrected Aug 22, 2023

Medical cart blocking exit door by room 14 (removed at time of inspection).

Multiplug AdaptersIFC 604.4Corrected Aug 22, 2023

Unapproved multi-plug adapter in use in the Projection room.

Inspection and MaintenanceIFC 705.2Corrected Aug 22, 2023

Entry door (back side) is missing part of its door handle.

Inspection, Testing and MaintenanceIFC 901.6Corrected Aug 22, 2023

Dirty sprinkler heads in laundry room, activity office, and kitchen by door.

Inspection, Testing and MaintenanceIFC 907.8Corrected Aug 22, 2023

Unable to provide documentation for annual fire alarm inspection.

Inspection FrequencyNFPA 10 6.2.1Corrected Aug 22, 2023

Maintenance for fire extinguisher in kitchen not completed per NFPA 10.

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