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Summit Place Assisted Living
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Bellingham, WA
Exterior view of Summit Place Assisted Living with vintage car Pathway in the outdoor space of the assisted living facility Cozy bedroom with floral bedding and a view Wooden bench surrounded by blooming roses in a garden.

Summit Place Assisted Living

Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Bellingham, WA
2901 Connelly Ave, Bellingham, WA 98225 View map
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Summit Place Assisted Living accepts Medicaid.
Summit Place Assisted Living accepts Medicaid.

Overview of Summit Place Assisted Living

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Summit Place Assisted Living offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Bellingham, Washington. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident keeps a private living space. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision, and respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The combination of care levels and short term respite may make Summit Place Assisted Living a good fit for a resident whose needs could change over time or for a family caregiver who needs temporary support. The community opened in 1994 and has 47 beds, with private rooms arranged in studio layouts.

The starting price is $4,500 per month, giving families a monthly figure for budgeting. Medicaid is accepted, providing a payment option when a family’s savings may not cover a long stay. A salon and spa give residents on site options for personal grooming and relaxation, while spacious courtyards offer places for picnics, time in the sunshine, or quiet retreats.

Residents can join intergenerational activities with Generations Early Learning, along with music, cultural activities, spiritual services, and group outings. Special diet accommodations are available, and menus are crafted by a certified dietitian to address residents’ dietary needs. In the South Bellingham neighborhood, the area has a Walk Score of 47 / 100 and is car dependent, so most errands require a car or a ride. A resident who no longer drives will generally need transportation for errands.

Facility Direct Line (360) 676-1548
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By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 47 Rank #236 / 285Bed count — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 236th out of 285 assisted living communities 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 compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Washington that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Walk Score Info Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #244 / 439Walk Score — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 244th out of 439 assisted living communities 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 compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Washington that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
47 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available. Rank #186 / 215Occupancy rate — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 186th out of 215 assisted living communities we track in Washington for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Washington average, with its Statewide rank out of 215. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Washington that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
59.6% This home usually has availability

Based on 28 residents and 47 beds. Source: state inspection report (Sep 2025)

Lower than the Washington average: 75.8%

About This Community

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price
$4,500/Month

License Details

Facility TypeBoarding Home
CountyWhatcom
License Number1606

Awards

Best in Senior Living for Assisted Living in Whatcom County

Safety & Compliance

Emergency SystemsYes
Safety FeaturesEmergency Alert System, Safety Checks

Leadership

ContactMcMains, Elizabeth M. (per state records, record updated Jul 2026)

Staffing & Medical

4 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Pre-Move-In Assessment by Licensed Nurse
DietitianListed as: Menus crafted by a certified dietitian

Additional Services

5 services
Respite Care
Special Diet Accommodations
HousekeepingListed as: Housekeeping and laundry services · Weekly housekeeping and linen service
MaintenanceListed as: Grounds and apartment maintenance · 24/7 emergency maintenance
TransportationListed as: Scheduled transportation

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed
Visitor PolicyVisitors are welcome anytime.
Admission CriteriaComplimentary assessment by a licensed nurse prior to move-in.
Linen ServiceYes
Utilities IncludedYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Salon
Courtyard
Parking
Wi-Fi
Cable Tv
Activities
Music Therapy and Programs
Resident Volunteer Opportunities
Pet Therapy
Cooking Classes
Weekly Happy Hours
Holiday Events with Themed Meals
Community Outings
Intergenerational Activities with Children
Fitness Classes
Enrichment Activities Including Music
Group Outings
  • Intergenerational Activities with Generations Early Learning

Faith & Spiritual Life

Religious AffiliationYes

Dining & Nutrition

InfoSourced directly from the team at Summit Place Assisted Living.
  • Guests welcome at meals.

Room Accommodations

Building TypeSingle-story
Room Types
Studio
In-Room Features
Private Bathroom With Step-In Shower (In-Unit)

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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 2023 · 3 years of data These figures come from state-published data and the state inspection reports we hold on file. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes. 7 deficiencies 3 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 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 (75% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (26% 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. 728.0 This facility has 75% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Washington assisted living residence (7 vs. WA avg 28).↓ 75% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 2.33.1 This facility has 26% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Washington assisted living residence (2.3 vs. WA avg 3.1).↓ 26% 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. 39.0 This facility has had 67% fewer total inspections than the Washington average (3 vs. WA avg 9). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 67% fewer
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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Summit Place Assisted Living

Classic Studio Floor Plan
Studio
Layout
Premium Studio Floor Plan
Studio
Layout

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Address 3.5 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Bellingham's city center to Summit Place Assisted Living'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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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 79
Rank #81 / 285
No
83
Facility 83
WA AVG 50
Rank #53 / 439
-
68.8%
Facility 68.8%
WA AVG 75.8%
Rank #154 / 215
12
4
Facility 4
WA AVG 8
Rank #223 / 265
27
Facility 27
WA AVG 31
Rank #156 / 262
2.3
Facility 2.3
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #102 / 262
Silverado Bellingham Memory Care Community
AL
MC
Bellingham (Cordata)
85
Facility 85
WA AVG 79
Rank #102 / 285
Yes
32
Facility 32
WA AVG 50
Rank #311 / 439
Private Rooms
94.1%
Facility 94.1%
WA AVG 75.8%
Rank #23 / 215
7
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 8
Rank #110 / 265
12
Facility 12
WA AVG 31
Rank #78 / 262
1.7
Facility 1.7
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #64 / 262
Brookdale Fairhaven
AL
Bellingham (South Bellingham)
60
Facility 60
WA AVG 79
Rank #188 / 285
Yes
48
Facility 48
WA AVG 50
Rank #240 / 439
Studio
78.3%
Facility 78.3%
WA AVG 75.8%
Rank #105 / 215
11
2
Facility 2
WA AVG 8
Rank #155 / 265
27
Facility 27
WA AVG 31
Rank #156 / 262
2.5
Facility 2.5
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #117 / 262
Summit Place Assisted Living
AL
MC
RC
Bellingham (South Bellingham)
47
Facility 47
WA AVG 79
Rank #236 / 285
No
47
Facility 47
WA AVG 50
Rank #244 / 439
Private Rooms
59.6%
Facility 59.6%
WA AVG 75.8%
Rank #186 / 215
3
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 265
7
Facility 7
WA AVG 31
Rank #44 / 262
2.3
Facility 2.3
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #102 / 262
AvilaCare Assisted Living of Bellingham
AL
MC
Bellingham (Columbia)
44
Facility 44
WA AVG 79
Rank #245 / 285
No
78
Facility 78
WA AVG 50
Rank #71 / 439
Private / Shared Rooms
86.4%
Facility 86.4%
WA AVG 75.8%
Rank #54 / 215
7
3
Facility 3
WA AVG 8
Rank #197 / 265
24
Facility 24
WA AVG 31
Rank #145 / 262
3.4
Facility 3.4
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #176 / 262

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other WA assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Washington

Summit Place Assisted Living 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 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. Car-dependent. 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.

What is the occupancy rate at Summit Place Assisted Living?

Summit Place Assisted Living's occupancy is 59.6%.

Does Summit Place Assisted Living have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Summit Place Assisted Living on this page.

Are pets allowed at Summit Place Assisted Living?

No, Summit Place Assisted Living has a no-pet policy.

How many beds does Summit Place Assisted Living have?

Summit Place Assisted Living has 47 beds.

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