Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Mt. Baker Care Center
Mt. Baker Care Center is a Nursing Home in Washington
Mt. Baker Care Center is a Nursing Home in Washington
Mt. Baker Care Center
Mt. Baker Care Center is a Nursing Home in Washington
Mt. Baker Care Center is a Nursing Home in Washington
Overview of Mt. Baker Care Center
Mt. Baker Care Center is a remarkable senior living community set in the scenic grounds of Bellingham, WA, offering skilled nursing care, palliative care, and rehabilitation therapy. Experience a wonderful retirement within the cozy and elegant residences of the community. With a dedicated and well-trained team caring for residents’ special needs and aspirations, the community strives to deliver the highest quality of care and support for seniors to do what they love.
Delivering top-tier care since 1991, seniors can rest assured to enjoy their golden years at their finest. Moreover, the community fosters a vibrant and welcoming environment for seniors to feel a sense of belonging and thrive to reach their full potential. Eat well with nutritious and tasty meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. Mt. Baker Care Center doubles its efforts to provide seniors with a haven to find solace with its campus surrounded by scenic views and serene lands.
Catherine Reis-El Bara has been the Administrator at Mt. Baker Care Center since 2014, bringing 25 years of long-term care experience, including 18 years as a facility Administrator. She oversees all facility operations, compliance, staff management, and financial reporting, ensuring quality care for residents.
Quality ratings
Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
47
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
80.6%
Residents per day (avg)
55
Occupancy rate
80.6%
Residents per day (avg)
55
Who this home usually serves
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TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Short stays
Recovery
Medicare-covered care
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
57% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Private pay
41% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
2 - 3 months
Medicaid
2% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
5 - 6 years
Finances and operations
Proprietary home
Other
Home revenue
$14.5M
Profit
$2.0M
Proprietary home
Other
Home revenue
$14,501,586.00
Profit
$2,035,261.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$5.2M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$7.2M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$12.5M
47-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score: 44 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
License Status
OP
Facility Type
BH
License Expiration
September 30, 2026
Additional licensing details
License number:
1606
CMS Certification Number:
505376
County:
Whatcom
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Private Rooms
Building Type: Single-story
Fitness and Recreation
Types of Care at Mt. Baker Care Center
Nursing Home
Access & Eligibility
Ways to qualify for care at this community, including accepted programs and payment options.
Medicaid Accepted
This facility is certified for eligible Medicaid services.
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.
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Places of interest near Mt. Baker Care Center
3.4 miles from city center
2905 Connelly Ave, Bellingham, WA 98225
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
130
Total Staff
129
Employees
1
Contractors
34,428
Total Hours (Quarter)
52
Avg Staff/Day
7.3
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 16 | 7.7 | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 13 | 7 | No |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 63 | 7.5 | No |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
2 staff
8hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
97 staff
7.4hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
7 staff
6.8hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
12 staff
6.7hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
2 staff
7.2hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
7 staff
7.1hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
3 staff
7.5hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
0.1%
of total hours from contractors
48 contractor hours this quarter
Medical Director: 1
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 63 | 0 | 63 | 15,807 | 91 | 100% | 7.5 |
| Registered Nurse | 16 | 0 | 16 | 4,514 | 91 | 100% | 7.7 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 13 | 0 | 13 | 3,759 | 91 | 100% | 7 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 6 | 0 | 6 | 1,516 | 91 | 100% | 7.1 |
| Dental Services Staff | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,322 | 67 | 74% | 7.5 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 6 | 0 | 6 | 1,297 | 77 | 85% | 6.5 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,276 | 89 | 98% | 8.1 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 892 | 66 | 73% | 7.2 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 817 | 73 | 80% | 7.4 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 4 | 0 | 4 | 758 | 70 | 77% | 6.6 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 4 | 0 | 4 | 547 | 66 | 73% | 7.6 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 464 | 58 | 64% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 387 | 61 | 67% | 6.3 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 223 | 47 | 52% | 4.7 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 115 | 16 | 18% | 7.2 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 103 | 29 | 32% | 3.6 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 1 | 0 | 1 | 71 | 11 | 12% | 6.4 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 48 | 6 | 7% | 8 |
Health Inspection History
Source: CMS Health Citations (Jan 2023 – Jul 2025)
5
Inspections
18
Total Citations
0
Critical (J-L)
0
Serious (G-I)
3.6
Citations/Inspection
Jul 2025
Last Inspection
Citation Severity Distribution
What do these levels mean?
Top Deficiency Categories
Quality of Life & Care
6
33% of total
Pharmacy Services
3
17% of total
Infection Control
2
11% of total
Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation
1
6% of total
Citation Sources
Standard Inspections
16
Complaint Investigations
2
State Comparison (WA)
Citations
18
Washington average: 48.9
Critical Citations
0
Washington average: 0.3
Recent Citations (Last 3 Years)
| Date | Severity ? | Category | Tag | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 02, 2025 | D | Abuse/Neglect | F0605 | Corrected |
| Jul 02, 2025 | D | Infection Control | F0880 | Corrected |
| Jul 02, 2025 | D | Pharmacy | F0757 | Corrected |
| Jul 02, 2025 | D | Quality of Care | F0686 | Corrected |
| Jul 02, 2025 | D | Care Planning | F0656 | Corrected |
| Apr 12, 2024 | D | Infection Control | F0880 | Corrected |
| Apr 12, 2024 | E | Quality of Care | F0677 | Corrected |
| Apr 12, 2024 | D | Quality of Care | F0692 | Corrected |
| Apr 12, 2024 | D | Quality of Care | F0699 | Corrected |
| Apr 12, 2024 | D | Care Planning | F0637 | Corrected |
| Apr 12, 2024 | D | Care Planning | F0656 | Corrected |
| Apr 03, 2024 | D | Pharmacy | F0760 | Corrected |
| Mar 04, 2024 | D | Quality of Care | F0684 | Corrected |
| Jan 07, 2023 | F | Nutrition | F0801 | Corrected |
| Jan 07, 2023 | F | Nutrition | F0812 | Corrected |
| Jan 07, 2023 | D | Pharmacy | F0760 | Corrected |
| Jan 07, 2023 | D | Quality of Care | F0791 | Corrected |
| Jan 07, 2023 | D | Care Planning | F0641 | Corrected |
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Ownership: For-Profit LLC
Resident Census by Payment Source
55
Total Residents
Medicare
14
(25.5%)
ⓘ
Medicaid
19
(34.5%)
ⓘ
Private Pay/Other
22
(40%)
ⓘ
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
ⓘ
Family Engagement
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
Active
Resident Council
ⓘ
Quality Measures
CMS quality measures assess care quality for long-stay and short-stay residents. Lower percentages generally indicate better outcomes for most measures.
Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare (Data as of Jan 2026)
High-Risk Clinical Events
16.1
Score
60% worse than avg
Washington avg: 10.0
Composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and ADL decline
Functional Decline
32.3
Score
55% worse than avg
Washington avg: 20.9
Composite score based on ADL decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence
Long-Stay Resident Measures
Measures for residents who stay 101 days or more. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
27.7%
Lost Too Much Weight
1.5%
Urinary Tract Infection
1.3%
Depressive Symptoms
51.3%
Falls with Major Injury
12.0%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
96.2%
Antipsychotic Use
17.1%
Walking Ability Worsened
38.0%
Influenza Vaccine
97.6%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
1.2%
Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
31.2%
Short-Stay Resident Measures
Measures for residents who stay 100 days or less (typically rehabilitation patients).
Pneumococcal Vaccine
97.8%
11% better than avg
Washington: 88.1%
Short-Stay Residents Who Received a New Antipsychotic Medication
1.1%
25% better than avg
Washington: 1.4%
Influenza Vaccine
96.9%
18% better than avg
Washington: 82.0%
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Mt. Baker Care Center based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
80.6%
↑ 3.1pp vs 2022
Net Income
$2,035,261
↑ ~$1.2M vs 2022
Total Payroll
$6,502,070
↑ ~$1.5M vs 2022
Profit Margin
15.7%
↑ 8.6pp vs 2022
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Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Community Options Program Entry System (COPES)
WA Medicaid COPES
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: High demand in urban areas (e.g., Seattle).
- Services: 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
Official government program page
- General: Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia), Washington resident.
- Income Limits: No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
- Asset Limits: Not applicable.
- WA Specifics: High urban demand; rural outreach.
- Services: 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
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+ (or disabled 18+), 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 Specifics: Broader than COPES; serves ~20,000; self-directed option.
- Services: Personal care (4-6 hours/day), respite (~240 hours/year), assistive devices, training, transportation.
Older Americans Act (OAA) Services
Washington OAA Services
- General: Age 60+, WA resident; no income/asset limits.
- Income Limits (2025): None; donations encouraged.
- Asset Limits: Not assessed.
- WA Specifics: 13 AAAs; includes Meals on Wheels; rural focus.
- Services: Meals (~$5-$7/meal), transportation, homemaker services (~4 hours/week), respite (~5 days/year), legal aid.
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
Washington Medicare Savings Program
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.
- Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
Washington LIHEAP
- General: Age 60+ prioritized, WA resident, low-income household.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$3,970/month (185% FPL).
- Asset Limits: Not assessed.
- WA Specifics: Covers gas, electric, wood; emergency aid available.
- Services: Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season), crisis aid ($500 max).
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
Washington SCSEP
- General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, WA resident.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
- Asset Limits: Not specified.
- WA Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.
- Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits
Washington VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound
- General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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 Specifics: High veteran use; supports rural/urban needs.
- Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs.
Senior Citizens Property Tax Exemption
Washington Senior Property Tax Exemption
Official government program page
- General: Age 61+ or disabled retiree, 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 Specifics: Saves ~$500-$1,500/year; offered statewide.
- Services: Tax exemption (~$500-$1,500/year depending on county).
Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)
Washington SFMNP
Official government program page
- General: Age 60+, WA resident, low-income.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$2,322/month (185% FPL).
- Asset Limits: Not assessed.
- WA Specifics: Vouchers (~$80/season); serves ~20,000 via AAAs.
- Services: Vouchers (~$80/season) for produce at farmers’ markets.
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WA Medicaid COPES
Community Options Program Entry System (COPES)
Requirements:
General:Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics:High demand in urban areas (e.g., Seattle).
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), adult day care ($70/day), home modifications ($1,500 avg.).
WA NFCSP
Washington Family Caregiver Support Program
Requirements:
- General:Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia), Washington resident.
- Income Limits:No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
- Asset Limits:Not applicable.
- WA Specifics:High urban demand; rural outreach.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: In-home respite (4-6 hours/day), adult day care (~$70/day), short-term facility care (up to 5 days).
Washington Community First Choice
Community First Choice (CFC)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ (or disabled 18+), 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 Specifics:Broader than COPES; serves ~20,000; self-directed option.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (4-6 hours/day), respite (~240 hours/year), assistive devices, training, transportation.
Washington OAA Services
Older Americans Act (OAA) Services
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+, WA resident; no income/asset limits.
- Income Limits (2025):None; donations encouraged.
- Asset Limits:Not assessed.
- WA Specifics:13 AAAs; includes Meals on Wheels; rural focus.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Meals (~$5-$7/meal), transportation, homemaker services (~4 hours/week), respite (~5 days/year), legal aid.
Washington Medicare Savings Program
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics:Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Washington LIHEAP
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+ prioritized, WA resident, low-income household.
- Income Limits (2025):~$3,970/month (185% FPL).
- Asset Limits:Not assessed.
- WA Specifics:Covers gas, electric, wood; emergency aid available.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season), crisis aid ($500 max).
Washington SCSEP
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, WA resident.
- Income Limits (2025):~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
- Asset Limits:Not specified.
- WA Specifics:Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
Washington VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound
VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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 Specifics:High veteran use; supports rural/urban needs.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs.
Washington Senior Property Tax Exemption
Senior Citizens Property Tax Exemption
Requirements:
- General:Age 61+ or disabled retiree, 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 Specifics:Saves ~$500-$1,500/year; offered statewide.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Tax exemption (~$500-$1,500/year depending on county).
Washington SFMNP
Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+, WA resident, low-income.
- Income Limits (2025):~$2,322/month (185% FPL).
- Asset Limits:Not assessed.
- WA Specifics:Vouchers (~$80/season); serves ~20,000 via AAAs.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Vouchers (~$80/season) for produce at farmers’ markets.
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