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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
Bed community size
44-bed community Rank #307 / 355Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 307th out of 355 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Washington that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.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 / 626Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 90th out of 626 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Washington that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.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 #64 / 282Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 64th out of 282 homes in Washington for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Washington average, with its Statewide rank out of 282. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Washington that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.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

Amenities & Lifestyle

Housekeeping
Home-Cooked Meals
Personalized Daily Activities

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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 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 (12% 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. 33.4 This facility has 12% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Washington assisted living residence (3 vs. WA avg 3.4).↓ 12% 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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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Washington

AvilaCare Assisted Living of Bellingham 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).
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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.

Are there photos of AvilaCare Assisted Living of Bellingham?

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