Occupancy rate
60%
Lower than the Washington average: 72.5%Summit Place Assisted Living
Assisted Living · Bellingham, WA
Summit Place Assisted Living
Assisted Living · Bellingham, WA
Summit Place Assisted Living accepts Medicaid.
An exceptional senior living community located in the peaceful community of Bellingham, WA, Summit Place Assisted Living provides trusted assisted living services. Enjoy your golden years with the snug and sophisticated accommodations of Summit Place Assisted Living, promising unmatched comfort and safety. Keep worries at bay with a team of committed and highly trained professionals providing top-tier care and support for seniors to cherish every moment and live as they prefer.
Focusing on residents’ individuality and freedom, the community goes above and beyond to devise a care plan that best matches their needs and aspirations. Join engaging programs and enjoy personal time with carefully curated activities conducted for seniors to flourish and experience new things. Moreover, residents delight with healthy and delicious meals that cater to nutritional needs and tastes. Summit Place Assisted Living is ideal for seniors seeking a safe place to spend their golden years enveloped by an inviting community and peaceful grounds.
47-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score: 47 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
Occupancy
Lower than the Washington average: 72.5%Occupied beds
28 / 47
Average residents per home in Washington
73 per day
Facility TypeBoarding Home
StatusOperating
ExpirationSeptember 30, 2026
CountyWhatcom
License Number1606
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Private Rooms
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Types of Care at Summit Place Assisted Living
Assisted Living
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 2023 · 3 years of data
10 deficiencies
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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 2023 vs. Washington state average
Overall vs. WA average
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
2 Better
Metrics better than Washington average:
• Total deficiencies (68% below)
• Deficiencies per year (68% below)
• Total deficiencies (68% below)
• Deficiencies per year (68% below)
Latest Inspection
September 11, 2025
Follow Up
Deficiencies
| This Facility | WA Average | vs. WA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 10 | 31 | This facility has 68% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Washington assisted living residence (10 vs. WA avg 31).↓ 68% better |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2023.
| 3.3 | 10.3 | This facility has 68% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Washington assisted living residence (3.3 vs. WA avg 10.3).↓ 68% better |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The most recent inspection on September 11, 2025, found no deficiencies and confirmed that previously cited issues related to background checks, staff training, and resident unit security were corrected. Earlier inspections showed several deficiencies, including fire safety violations such as blocked fire doors, an uncontained griddle, and blocked emergency exits, as well as electrical safety issues and missing documentation for emergency light testing. Complaint investigations included one in July 2025 that was part of the inspection cycle, but no enforcement actions or fines were listed in the available reports. The main themes of past deficiencies involved fire safety compliance and staff training/documentation. The trend indicates improvement, with the most recent follow-up inspection showing that prior deficiencies were addressed.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
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3.5 miles from city center
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Assisted Living in Washington
Summit Place Assisted Living is located in Bellingham, Washington.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Summit Place Assisted Living
What neighborhood is Summit Place Assisted Living in?
Summit Place Assisted Living is in the South Bellingham neighborhood of Bellingham.
Is Summit Place Assisted Living in a walkable area?
Summit Place Assisted Living has a walk score of 47. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the license number of Summit Place Assisted Living?
According to WA state health department records, Summit Place Assisted Living's license number is 1606.
When does Summit Place Assisted Living's license expire?
According to WA state health department records, Summit Place Assisted Living's license expires on September 30, 2026.
What is the occupancy rate at Summit Place Assisted Living?
Summit Place Assisted Living's occupancy is 60%.
How many beds does Summit Place Assisted Living have?
Summit Place Assisted Living has 47 beds.
What is the phone number of Summit Place Assisted Living?
(360) 676-1548 will put you in contact with the team at Summit Place Assisted Living.
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