Characterized by mountain views, forestland, lakes and rivers, Bellingham sits between the San Juan Islands and the Cascade Mountain Range in northern Washington, about 20 miles south of the Canadian border. Local residential care costs trend high, with seniors paying monthly fees of around $8,377 in 2024, surpassing the U.S. median by over $3,000. The city offers access to diverse care options with 14 assisted living facilities within its limits and 21 more in nearby communities.
Our directory includes 173 reviews reviews. Based on these reviews, we find that facilities in Bellingham have an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars stars.
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204 N 1st St, La Conner, WA 98257
4.5
(12 reviews)
"Staff is amazingly friendly. Our friend's apartment is lovely, well appointed, dining facility warm and friendly. The facility continually provides activities for the community to be involved with. Happy to know exercises class in 7 days a week. ..."
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400 Gilkey Rd, Burlington, WA 98233
4.4
(11 reviews)
"My mom will be moving into the Creekside Continuing Care Community. It's a lovely facility. The staff members are wonderful, kind, and helpful. They honestly seem to care about their residents. All the residents looked happy. The staff knew all their..."
READ MORE301 W Homestead Blvd., Lynden, WA 98264
4.2
(7 reviews)
"The staff is nothing short of amazing. My father is in assisted living. the staff is always friendly ,helpful and looking out for his best interests. The facility is always very clean, open and bright. the facility never has the smell I associate wit..."
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1300 O Ave., Anacortes, WA 98221
4.0
(4 reviews)
"We visited Chandler's Square Senior Living Community. We saw independent living, but they also have an associated facility for people who are requiring a little more assistance. Unfortunately, all of these places don't have a lot of space. There's a ..."
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905 Aaron drive, Lynden, WA 98264
4.0
(2 reviews)
"My dad's girlfriend was a resident of Vineyard Park of Lynden Manor. It seemed to be very clean. She had her own private room. It was small, but it was definitely clean. It had a nice sense of community. There always seemed to be a group of people ar..."
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1810 E Division Street, Mount Vernon, WA 98274
4.0
(9 reviews)
"My sister-in-law is a resident of Mountain Glen Retirement Community. The people who run the place have taken the best care they can. They offer a lot of different activities for their residents. They always seem friendly and willing to help. All of ..."
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1105 27TH STREET, Anacortes, WA 98221
3.5
(2 reviews)
"My mom moved into Rosario Assisted Living. I have not physically been able to go inside, but looking in through the windows everything seems to be good. COVID made it really tough, but she seems happy and comfortable. The staff are very helpful and f..."
READ MORE1462 West SR-20, Sedro Woolley, WA 98284
3.2
(7 reviews)
"Amazing care and attention from the minute we walked in the door. I refer everyone I know to go there for inpatient rehab services. ..."
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456 C St, Blaine, WA 98230
"Welcome to Good Samaritan Society � Stafholt! When someone you care about needs caring for, Good Samaritan Society � Stafholt does more than..."
READ MORE1257 Lattimore Rd, Ferndale, WA 98248
"Peaceful Villa Adult Family Home is located in a beautiful rural area of Ferndale, WA. The home is situated in a serene park-like setting, a..."
READ MORE8285 Custer School Rd, Custer, WA 98240
"Vineyard Haven Adult Family Home is located in Custer, a census-designated place in Whatcom County, Washington. The area is small and quiet,..."
READ MORE301 South LaVenture Road, Mount Vernon, WA 98274
"To learn more about this provider�s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Washington State Department of Social an..."
READ MORE131 W King Tut Rd, Lynden, WA 98264
"Cascade Connections - Cascade Christian Home is situated in Lynden, WA, and provides a variety of care options, including assisted living, r..."
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625 E Washington Ave, Burlington, WA 98233
"To learn more about this provider�s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Washington State Department of Social an..."
READ MOREThe 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey shows that Bellingham’s assisted living communities charge around $8,377 per month, which exceeds the national standard rate of $5,350 and the state median of $6,138. Fees in Walla Walla exceed local norms, with seniors paying approximately $9,705. However, costs trend lower in Mount Vernon, where facilities charge about $6,391.
Bellingham
$8,377
Washington
$6,138
United States
$5,350
Mount Vernon
$6,391
Walla Walla
$9,705
Seattle
$7,650
Bremerton
$8,440
The average monthly cost of an assisted living facility in Bellingham is $4,600. However, the quality of the accommodations and the services and amenities available can affect prices.
There are Medicaid programs offered by the state of Washington to pay for the cost of ALF services in Mountlake Terrace. Eligible seniors may qualify for the Community First Choice (CFC) State Plan or one of the Home and Community-Based Service 1915(c) waivers which are the Community Options Program Entry System (COPES), New Freedom and Residential Support waivers.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Washington page.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Washington page.
Assisted living rates in Bellingham generally fall near $8,377 per month, slightly exceeding the cost of private personal care services. While in-home care agencies charge comparable rates of about $8,294, seniors pay hundreds of dollars more for home health care, which costs around $7,627.
In-Home Care
$8,294
Home Health Care
$7,627
Assisted Living Facility
$8,377
Bellingham seniors have access to community-based programs and services designed specifically for older adults. The following resources provide information about wellness screenings, reduced or free transportation, applying for veterans benefits and other relevant services.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Aging | (360) 676-6749 | This organization provides services and referrals to help older adults retain their independence. Services include wellness screenings, balance workshops to minimize slip-and-fall accidents, health insurance counseling and case management. The agency also oversees the Senior Nutrition Program, which provides hot, nutritious congregate meals at senior centers and other community locations. |
| Bellingham Senior Activity Center | (360) 733-4030 | Bellingham seniors can join their peers for community meals, card and board games, fitness classes, dances, group outings and other activities. There is an on-site coffee bar, dining room and gym. The center is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. |
| Whatcom Transportation Authority | (360) 676-7433 | Whatcom County residents are eligible to receive reduced fares from Whatcom Transit Authority. Those aged 75 and over can get a Gold Age card that allows them access to free transportation on fixed-route and paratransit buses. |
| Whatcom County Veterans Program | (360) 778-6050 | Former members of the U.S. Armed Forces, spouses and qualifying survivors can access support and assistance programs from this organization. Staff and trained volunteers provide assistance accessing state and federal veterans benefits. It hosts a variety of events that provide opportunities to network and socialize. Those who qualify may be able to get emergency financial help. |
| Whatcom County | (360) 734-3055 | Those aged 55 and over can put their valuable skills to use by finding volunteer opportunities through the Volunteer Center of Whatcom County. Mileage reimbursements may be possible for some volunteers, and the organization hosts fun monthly events such as potlucks and movie nights for volunteers to connect and socialize. |
Bellingham Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living facilities in Washington are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Washington page for more information about these laws.
Assisted Living
daughter
3.0
Review of Cordata Court
Cordata Court maintains a hotel-like facility. My parent has been there for over a year and a half. Staff turnover rate is at least 200% and they can't keep a nurse or director on staff. Most of...
Assisted Living
Robert
4.0
Review of Cordata Court
We toured Cordata Court. It was nice, clean, and comfortable. The size of the room was not my cup of tea. It was pretty stark. They didn't have a stove. They just have a little mini refrigerator....
Assisted Living
Marilyn
4.0
Review of Mt Baker Care Center & Summit Place Assisted Living
My husband has moved into Mt. Baker Care Center & Summit Place Assisted Living. One of the things that his daughter and I really like about it is that there's a nursery school affiliated with it so...
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