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AvilaCare Assisted Living of Bellingham
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Bellingham, WA
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AvilaCare Assisted Living of Bellingham

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Bellingham, WA
2315 Williams Street, Bellingham, WA 98225 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
AvilaCare Assisted Living of Bellingham accepts Medicaid.
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Overview of AvilaCare Assisted Living of Bellingham

An astounding community located in the harmonious residential area of Williams St, Bellingham, WA, AvilaCare Assisted Living of Bellingham offers assisted living and respite care. Featuring purposely built and cozy accommodations, residents will surely enjoy a comfortable and safe retirement. The community also offers different levels of care to meet residents’ ever-changing needs.

Activities and programs are carefully planned to promote belongingness and an active lifestyle while highlighting residents’ interests and strengths. Delight with delicious and healthy meals that cater to dietary needs and preferences. Here, residents are guaranteed to keep their independence and receive the highest quality of care and support to live their golden years comfortably. The community also provides a refund for the first 60 days, in case they did not meet your expectations.

Facility Direct Line (360) 671-3631
Facility Direct Line (360) 671-3631

Capacity and availability

Residents per day
38
Bed community size
44-bed community Rank #308 / 356Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 308th 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: 78 / 100 Rank #90 / 619Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 90th 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.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
86%
Rank #67 / 276Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 67th 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
38 / 44
Average occupied beds in Washington homes 73 beds

License Details

Facility TypeBoarding Home
CountySkagit
License Number2527

Staffing

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

Leadership

ContactBrooks, Thomas (per state records, record updated Jul 2026)

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

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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. 18 deficiencies 6 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 (42% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (33% 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. 1831 This facility has 42% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Washington assisted living residence (18 vs. WA avg 31).↓ 42% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 3.04.51 This facility has 33% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Washington assisted living residence (3 vs. WA avg 4.51).↓ 33% 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. 69 This facility has had 33% fewer total inspections than the Washington average (6 vs. WA avg 9). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 33% fewer
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No pets allowed

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Housing Options: Private / Shared Rooms

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Building Type: 2-story

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Address 1.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Bellingham's city center to AvilaCare Assisted Living of Bellingham'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.
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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
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Washington

AvilaCare Assisted Living of Bellingham is located in Bellingham, 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).
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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 AvilaCare Assisted Living of Bellingham

What neighborhood is AvilaCare Assisted Living of Bellingham in?

AvilaCare Assisted Living of Bellingham is in the Columbia neighborhood of Bellingham.

Is AvilaCare Assisted Living of Bellingham in a walkable area?

AvilaCare Assisted Living of Bellingham has a walk score of 78. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the license number of AvilaCare Assisted Living of Bellingham?

According to WA state health department records, AvilaCare Assisted Living of Bellingham's license number is 2527.

What is the occupancy rate at AvilaCare Assisted Living of Bellingham?

AvilaCare Assisted Living of Bellingham's occupancy is 86%.

Are pets allowed at AvilaCare Assisted Living of Bellingham?

No, AvilaCare Assisted Living of Bellingham has a no-pet policy.

How many beds does AvilaCare Assisted Living of Bellingham have?

AvilaCare Assisted Living of Bellingham has 44 beds.

Has AvilaCare Assisted Living of Bellingham had any deficiencies?

AvilaCare Assisted Living of Bellingham has had 18 reported deficiencies since 2022 according to records from WA Dept. of Social and Health Services (DSHS).

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