The Bellingham at Orchard A Memory Care Residence

The Bellingham at Orchard A Memory Care Residence

The Bellingham at Orchard A Memory Care Residence accepts Medicaid.
The Bellingham at Orchard A Memory Care Residence accepts Medicaid.

Overview of The Bellingham at Orchard a Memory Care Residence

Find all the comfort you need in one place with The Bellingham at Orchard a Memory Care Residence, a nurturing community based in Bellingham, WA. Here, residents can fully relax in their cozy and well-maintained accommodations with 24/7 care and supervision. An excellent care team is always available to assist residents with their daily living activities like personal grooming, medication management, and more.

Through their Spark Program, the community makes sure residents enjoy an array of engaging activities like exercise classes and outings for their enrichment. Convenient amenities and nourishing meals are also provided for a truly enjoyable living experience. Here, residents are liberated from the stress of chores and responsibilities for a comfortable and carefree living experience.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 76 Rank #100 / 203Bed count — State benchmarkedThis memory care community is ranked 100th out of 203 memory care 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 memory care community we track in Washington that reports data for that category. Memory care 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.

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 #157 / 296Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis memory care community is ranked 157th out of 296 memory care 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 memory care community we track in Washington that reports data for that category. Memory care 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.
49 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available. Rank #120 / 164Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis memory care community is ranked 120th out of 164 memory care communities we track in Washington for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Washington average, with its Statewide rank out of 164. 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 memory care community we track in Washington that reports data for that category. Memory care 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.
69.7% This home usually has availability
Lower than the Washington average: 76.5%
Occupied beds
53 / 76
About This Community

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price
$5,325/Month

License Details

Facility TypeBoarding Home
CountyWhatcom
License Number2576

Leadership

ContactMaimin, Michael (per state records, record updated Jul 2026)

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Dining
Housekeeping
ActivitiesEngaging programs like Bridge, Texas Hold’em, art therapy, and dance-filled happy hours
Specific ProgramsEngaging Programs, Forever Fit, Pawsitive Health, Memories in Motion, Starlight Shows, Virtual Voyages

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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.
73 deficiencies 24 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 1 Worse Metrics worse than Washington average:
• Total deficiencies (161% above)
1 Better Metrics better than Washington average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (3% 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. 7328.0 This facility has 161% more total deficiencies than a typical Washington assisted living residence (73 vs. WA avg 28).↑ 161% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 3.03.1 This facility has 3% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Washington assisted living residence (3 vs. WA avg 3.1).↓ 3% 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. 249.0 This facility has had 167% more total inspections than the Washington average (24 vs. WA avg 9). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 167% more

What does this home offer?

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Room Sizes: 230 - 260 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Private / Companion Suite

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Building Type: Single-story

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Managed by Michael Malmin

Executive Director

4 years of experience

Michael Malmin is the Executive Director of The Bellingham at Orchard by Cogir in Bellingham, Washington. With four years in senior living and 17 years in healthcare, Michael is dedicated to providing rewarding and engaging experiences for residents, especially those with memory deficiencies. He values each day as a new adventure and enjoys spending time with his family exploring Washington when not at the community.

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for The Bellingham at Orchard A Memory Care Residence

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Address 2.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Bellingham's city center to The Bellingham at Orchard A Memory Care Residence'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. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
Aegis Living West Seattle
MC
AL
HOS
RC
Seattle (North Admiral)
84
Facility 84
WA AVG 82
Rank #83 / 203
Yes
76
Facility 76
WA AVG 51
Rank #58 / 296
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
79.8%
Facility 79.8%
WA AVG 76.5%
Rank #76 / 164
F10
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 8
Rank #76 / 183
32
Facility 32
WA AVG 31
Rank #118 / 182
3.2
Facility 3.2
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #115 / 182
Brookdale Monroe
MC
AL
Monroe
82
Facility 82
WA AVG 82
Rank #88 / 203
Yes
64
Facility 64
WA AVG 51
Rank #87 / 296
Studio
76.8%
Facility 76.8%
WA AVG 76.5%
Rank #91 / 164
A20
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 183
79
Facility 79
WA AVG 31
Rank #176 / 182
4.0
Facility 4.0
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #136 / 182
Aegis Living Ravenna
MC
AL
HOS
RC
Seattle (Maple Leaf)
79
Facility 79
WA AVG 82
Rank #98 / 203
Yes
63
Facility 63
WA AVG 51
Rank #95 / 296
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
82.3%
Facility 82.3%
WA AVG 76.5%
Rank #61 / 164
F9
1
Facility 1
WA AVG 8
Rank #76 / 183
17
Facility 17
WA AVG 31
Rank #77 / 182
1.9
Facility 1.9
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #59 / 182
The Bellingham at Orchard A Memory Care Residence
MC
Bellingham (Cornwall Park)
76
Facility 76
WA AVG 82
Rank #100 / 203
Yes
49
Facility 49
WA AVG 51
Rank #157 / 296
Private / Companion Suite
69.7%
Facility 69.7%
WA AVG 76.5%
Rank #120 / 164
-24
8
Facility 8
WA AVG 8
Rank #176 / 183
73
Facility 73
WA AVG 31
Rank #172 / 182
3.0
Facility 3.0
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #110 / 182
Brookdale Alderwood
MC
Lynnwood
60
Facility 60
WA AVG 82
Rank #140 / 203
Yes
65
Facility 65
WA AVG 51
Rank #82 / 296
Studio
60.0%
Facility 60.0%
WA AVG 76.5%
Rank #144 / 164
A12
0
Facility 0
WA AVG 8
Rank #1 / 183
24
Facility 24
WA AVG 31
Rank #99 / 182
2.0
Facility 2.0
WA AVG 3.4
Rank #64 / 182

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

Frequently Asked Questions about The Bellingham at Orchard A Memory Care Residence

What neighborhood is The Bellingham at Orchard A Memory Care Residence in?

The Bellingham at Orchard A Memory Care Residence is in the Cornwall Park neighborhood of Bellingham.

Is The Bellingham at Orchard A Memory Care Residence in a walkable area?

The Bellingham at Orchard A Memory Care Residence has a walk score of 49. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of The Bellingham at Orchard A Memory Care Residence?

According to WA state health department records, The Bellingham at Orchard A Memory Care Residence's license number is 2576.

What is the occupancy rate at The Bellingham at Orchard A Memory Care Residence?

The Bellingham at Orchard A Memory Care Residence's occupancy is 69.7%.

Does The Bellingham at Orchard A Memory Care Residence have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at The Bellingham at Orchard A Memory Care Residence on this page.

Are pets allowed at The Bellingham at Orchard A Memory Care Residence?

Yes, The Bellingham at Orchard A Memory Care Residence allows residents to bring their pets.

How many beds does The Bellingham at Orchard A Memory Care Residence have?

The Bellingham at Orchard A Memory Care Residence has 76 beds.

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