Brookdale Fairhaven

Brookdale Fairhaven

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Overview of Brookdale Fairhaven

Nestled in the historic waterfront town of Bellingham, Washington, Brookdale Fairhaven is an exclusive senior living community that offers assisted living with a life full of interesting things to do and interesting people to do them with. Residents can enjoy a valued location near shopping, banks, area hospitals, and physicians’ offices, while the community handles their chores, cleaning, and cooking, allowing them more time to pursue their passions. Basic utilities and maintenance are also included, and staff is available 24/7 to respond to emergencies.

At Brookdale Fairhaven, the assisted living program provides the right amount of personal assistance and care to help residents live their best lives, with the security of 24/7 staff availability. The community offers a diverse activities calendar, from creative pursuits like art classes and live music to competitive events like Wii Bowling tournaments and bingo. Residents can also enjoy sumptuous restaurant-style meals, with the culinary team creating delicious, healthy dishes from fresh seasonal ingredients and incorporating residents’ favorite recipes and requests.

Capacity and availability

Residents per day
47
Bed community size
60-bed community Rank #237 / 356Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 237th out of 356 homes we track in Washington for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Washington facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Washington that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 48 / 100 Rank #347 / 619Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 347th out of 619 homes we track in Washington for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Washington facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Washington that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
78%
Rank #129 / 276Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 129th out of 276 homes we track in Washington for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Washington average, with its Statewide rank out of 276. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Washington that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Higher than the Washington average: 72.5%
Occupied beds
47 / 60
Average occupied beds in Washington homes 73 beds

License Details

Facility TypeBoarding Home
StatusOperating
ExpirationMay 31, 2027
CountyWhatcom
License Number2525

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible
Emergency SystemsYes
Safety FeaturesEmergency Alert System

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactCope, Sherri L. (per state records, record updated Jul 2026)

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Policies & Features

HousekeepingYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Pet Friendly
Library
Salon
Courtyard
Garden
Walking Paths
Activities
Specific ProgramsContinuing Care Retirement Communities, At Home Care
Touring HoursMon - Fri: 8am - 9pm CT / Sat: 9am - 5:30pm CT

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price$6,455 per month

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionResidents enjoy restaurant-style meals prepared by a culinary team focused on healthy and delicious options.
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Inspection History

In Washington, the Department of Social and Health Services, Residential Care Services conducts unannounced inspections and issues reports on the quality of care in all licensed settings.

Since 2022 · 4 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 26 deficiencies 8 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Washington state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2022 vs. Washington state average
Overall vs. WA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Washington average:
• Total deficiencies (16% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (27% below)

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityWA Averagevs. WA Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 2631 This facility has 16% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Washington assisted living residence (26 vs. WA avg 31).↓ 16% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 3.34.51 This facility has 27% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Washington assisted living residence (3.3 vs. WA avg 4.51).↓ 27% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityWA Averagevs. WA Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 89 This facility has had 11% fewer total inspections than the Washington average (8 vs. WA avg 9). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 11% fewer

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 236 - 342 sq. ft.

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Housing Options: Studio

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Building Type: 2-story

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Brookdale Fairhaven

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Address 3.5 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Bellingham's city center to Brookdale Fairhaven's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Info below is compiled from the WA Dept. of Social & Health Services (DSHS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Inspection events categorized as complaint-related by the state regulator.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Orchard Park Assisted Living
AL
Bellingham
96
Facility 96
WA AVG 81
Rank #113 / 356
No
83
Facility 83
WA AVG 51
Rank #64 / 619
-
68.8%
Facility 68.8%
WA AVG 75%
Rank #191 / 276
10
3
Facility 3
WA AVG 8
Rank #204 / 282
27
Facility 27
WA AVG 31
Rank #152 / 279
2.7
Facility 2.7
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #65 / 279
Silverado Bellingham Memory Care Community
AL
MC
Bellingham (Cordata)
85
Facility 85
WA AVG 81
Rank #141 / 356
Yes
32
Facility 32
WA AVG 51
Rank #459 / 619
Private Rooms
94.1%
Facility 94.1%
WA AVG 75%
Rank #24 / 276
4
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 8
Rank #118 / 282
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 31
Rank #4 / 279
0.3
Facility 0.3
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #5 / 279
Brookdale Fairhaven
AL
Bellingham (South Bellingham)
60
Facility 60
WA AVG 81
Rank #237 / 356
Yes
48
Facility 48
WA AVG 51
Rank #347 / 619
Studio
78.3%
Facility 78.3%
WA AVG 75%
Rank #129 / 276
8
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 8
Rank #118 / 282
26
Facility 26
WA AVG 31
Rank #142 / 279
3.3
Facility 3.3
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #99 / 279
Summit Place Assisted Living
AL
MC
RC
Bellingham (South Bellingham)
47
Facility 47
WA AVG 81
Rank #298 / 356
No
47
Facility 47
WA AVG 51
Rank #356 / 619
Private Rooms
59.6%
Facility 59.6%
WA AVG 75%
Rank #232 / 276
3
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 282
10
Facility 10
WA AVG 31
Rank #46 / 279
3.3
Facility 3.3
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #99 / 279
AvilaCare Assisted Living of Bellingham
AL
MC
Bellingham (Columbia)
44
Facility 44
WA AVG 81
Rank #308 / 356
No
78
Facility 78
WA AVG 51
Rank #90 / 619
Private / Shared Rooms
86.4%
Facility 86.4%
WA AVG 75%
Rank #67 / 276
6
3
Facility 3
WA AVG 8
Rank #204 / 282
18
Facility 18
WA AVG 31
Rank #102 / 279
3.0
Facility 3.0
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #82 / 279

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Washington

Brookdale Fairhaven is located in Bellingham, Washington State.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Washington State.

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Community Options Program Entry System (COPES)

WA Medicaid COPES

Age 65+ or disabled
General Washington resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
WA

High demand in urban areas (e.g., Seattle).

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($70/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Washington Family Caregiver Support Program

WA NFCSP

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)
General Washington resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
WA

High urban demand; rural outreach.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$70/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

Community First Choice (CFC)

Washington Community First Choice

Age 65+ (or disabled 18+)
General WA resident, Medicaid-eligible, need help with 2+ ADLs/IADLs.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month; QIT optional.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
WA

Broader than COPES; serves ~20,000; self-directed option.

Benefits
Personal care (4-6 hours/day) Respite (~240 hours/year) Assistive devices Training Transportation

Older Americans Act (OAA) Services

Washington OAA Services

Age 60+
General WA resident; no income/asset limits.
Income Limits (2025) None; donations encouraged.
Asset Limits Not assessed.
WA

13 AAAs; includes Meals on Wheels; rural focus.

Benefits
Meals (~$5-$7/meal) Transportation Homemaker services (~4 hours/week) Respite (~5 days/year) Legal aid

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Washington Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General WA resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
WA

Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Washington VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General WA resident, wartime service, ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth
WA

High veteran use; supports rural/urban needs.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs

Senior Citizens Property Tax Exemption

Washington Senior Property Tax Exemption

Age 61+ or disabled retiree
General WA resident, homeowner, income-based.
Income Limits (2025) ~$45,000-$70,000/year varies by county, e.g., King: $70,000
Asset Limits Not assessed; home value cap varies ~$250,000-$400,000
WA

Saves ~$500-$1,500/year; offered statewide.

Benefits
Tax exemption (~$500-$1,500/year depending on county)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Washington SFMNP

Age 60+
General WA resident, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,322/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
WA

Vouchers (~$80/season); serves ~20,000 via AAAs.

Benefits
Vouchers (~$80/season) for produce at farmers’ markets

Frequently Asked Questions about Brookdale Fairhaven

What neighborhood is Brookdale Fairhaven in?

Brookdale Fairhaven is in the South Bellingham neighborhood of Bellingham.

Is Brookdale Fairhaven in a walkable area?

Brookdale Fairhaven has a walk score of 48. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Brookdale Fairhaven?

According to WA state health department records, Brookdale Fairhaven's license number is 2525.

When does Brookdale Fairhaven's license expire?

According to WA state health department records, Brookdale Fairhaven's license expires on May 31, 2027.

What is the occupancy rate at Brookdale Fairhaven?

Brookdale Fairhaven's occupancy is 78%.

Does Brookdale Fairhaven have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Brookdale Fairhaven on this page.

Are pets allowed at Brookdale Fairhaven?

Yes, Brookdale Fairhaven allows residents to bring their pets.

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