Total health inspections
5
Washington average 7.8
Last Health inspection on Jul 2025
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
Nursing Home · Bellingham, WA
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Mt. Baker Care Center
Nursing Home · Bellingham, WA
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Mt. Baker Care Center accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay.
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.
Quality ratings
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Staffing hours breakdown
Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.
Total nursing care / resident
This home is ranked 10th out of 89 homes in Washington. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
This home is ranked 10th out of 89 homes in Washington. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
4h 39m per day
Rank #10 / 89Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 10th out of 89 homes in Washington. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Washington average, with a ranking across 89 Washington SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
vs Washington avg
+7%
Standout metric
Physical Therapist is +80% above state avg
| Staff type | Hours / Day / Resident | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
|
Registered Nurse (RN)
RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes.
| 1h 14m per day | ▲ 40% State avg: 53m per day · National avg: 41m per day |
|
LPN / LVN
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care.
| 49m per day | ■ Avg State avg: 49m per day · National avg: 52m per day |
|
Nurse Aide
Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life.
| 3h 14m per day | ▲ 20% State avg: 2h 41m per day · National avg: 2h 21m per day |
|
Total Nursing (Weekend)
Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.
| 4h 43m per day | ▲ 24% State avg: 3h 47m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day |
|
Physical Therapist
Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation.
| 9m per day | ▲ 80% State avg: 5m per day · National avg: 4m per day |
|
RN (Weekend)
Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent.
| 58m per day | ▲ 53% State avg: 38m per day · National avg: 29m per day |
Types of Care at Mt. Baker Care Center
Nursing Home
Capacity and availability
This home usually has availability
Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
80.6%
Rank #26 / 94Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 26th out of 94 homes in Washington. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Washington average, with its Statewide rank out of 94. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Avg. Length of Stay
92 days
Occupancy rate
80.6%
Rank #26 / 94Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 26th out of 94 homes in Washington. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Washington average, with its Statewide rank out of 94. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Avg. Length of Stay
92 days
47-bed community Rank #83 / 95Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 83rd out of 95 homes in Washington. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Washington SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.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: 44 / 100 Rank #60 / 95Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 60th out of 95 homes in Washington. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Washington SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
AwardsBest in Senior Living for both Assisted Living and Skilled Nursing in Whatcom County
Facility TypeBh
StatusOp
ExpirationSeptember 30, 2026
CountyWhatcom
License Number1606
CMS Certification Number505376
Accept Medicaid
Accept Medicare
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab
24-Hour Staffing
ActivitiesActivities range from group excursions and gardening activities to sing-a-longs and Sunday worship service.
Specific ProgramsSummit Place Assisted Living, Generations, Palliative Care, Enrichment Activities, Specialized Services, Dietary Services
Food DescriptionUsing the freshest ingredients and locally-grown produce, nearly all dishes that reach our residents are made from scratch by professionally trained staff.
Meal ScheduleMeals served at regularly scheduled times in the social dining room.
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
18 deficiencies
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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 (42% below)
• Deficiencies per year (42% below)
• Total deficiencies (42% below)
• Deficiencies per year (42% below)
Latest Inspection
July 2, 2025
Routine
Deficiencies
| This Facility | WA Average | vs. WA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 18 | 31 | This facility has 42% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Washington nursing home (18 vs. WA avg 31).↓ 42% better |
|
Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2023.
| 6 | 10.3 | This facility has 42% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Washington nursing home (6 vs. WA avg 10.3).↓ 42% better |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The most recent inspection on July 2, 2025, identified deficiencies related to medication use, care planning, pressure ulcer prevention, monitoring of high-risk medications, and infection control practices. Earlier inspections showed a mixed pattern, with some surveys finding no deficiencies and others citing issues in resident care, medication management, and infection control. Deficiencies commonly involved incomplete care plans, medication errors, and lapses in infection prevention, with complaint investigations substantiating medication errors and oxygen therapy neglect. No fines, immediate jeopardy findings, or license actions were listed in the available reports. The inspection history shows ongoing challenges in clinical care areas, with no clear trend of consistent improvement or worsening over time.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
Show Inspection ReportsHealth Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
18
Rank #7 / 91Health citations — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 7th out of 91 homes in Washington. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Washington State average, with a ranking across all 91 WA SNFs. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Washington average 48.9
Citations per inspection
3.6
Rank #7 / 91Citations per inspection — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 7th out of 91 homes in Washington. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Washington mean across 91 SNFs with citation data. Lower is better.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Washington average 6.92
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
16 of 18 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 2 of 18 resulted from complaint investigations.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
100% better than Washington averageWashington average: 0.3
Serious Health citations
0
100% better than Washington averageWashington average: 1.7
Citations history (last 3 years)
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation
Jul 02, 2025
Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation
Jul 02, 2025
Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation
Jul 02, 2025
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation
Jul 02, 2025
Corrected
Staffing Data
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Total staff
132
Employees
131
Contractors
1
Staff to resident ratio
2.40:1
29% better than Washington average
Avg staff/day
51
Average shift
7.2 hours
11% worse than Washington average
Total staff hours (quarter)
33,864
Nursing staff breakdown
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
17
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.5 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.5 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
11
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
6.9 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
6.9 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
59
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.5 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.5 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Contractor staffing
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Total hours from contractors
0.2%
56 contractor hours this quarter
Medical Director: 1
Staff by category
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 59 | 0 | 59 | 16,108 | 92 | 100% | 7.5 |
| Registered Nurse | 17 | 0 | 17 | 4,654 | 92 | 100% | 7.5 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 11 | 0 | 11 | 3,848 | 92 | 100% | 6.9 |
| Dental Services Staff | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,236 | 64 | 70% | 7.7 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,087 | 82 | 89% | 5.7 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 6 | 0 | 6 | 963 | 84 | 91% | 6.7 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 893 | 67 | 73% | 7.4 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 877 | 74 | 80% | 7.4 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 5 | 0 | 5 | 831 | 73 | 79% | 6.7 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 7 | 0 | 7 | 630 | 70 | 76% | 6.9 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 3 | 0 | 3 | 514 | 69 | 75% | 4.4 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 432 | 54 | 59% | 8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 420 | 52 | 57% | 8.1 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 376 | 47 | 51% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 2 | 0 | 2 | 370 | 65 | 71% | 5.3 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 1 | 0 | 1 | 271 | 38 | 41% | 7.1 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 3 | 0 | 3 | 224 | 19 | 21% | 8 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 74 | 25 | 27% | 2.9 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 56 | 7 | 8% | 8 |
59 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
17 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
11 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
4 Dental Services Staff
% of Days
70%
5 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
89%
6 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
91%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
73%
2 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
80%
5 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
79%
7 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
76%
3 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days
75%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
59%
1 Dietitian
% of Days
57%
1 Administrator
% of Days
51%
2 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
71%
1 Nurse Aide in Training
% of Days
41%
3 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days
21%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
27%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
8%
Penalties and fines
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
16.1
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
16.1
60% worse than Washington averageWashington average: 10.0
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
32.3
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
32.3
55% worse than Washington averageWashington average: 20.9
Long-stay resident measures
CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
27.7%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
27.7%
69% worse than Washington averageWashington average: 16.4%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
38.0%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
38.0%
74% worse than Washington averageWashington average: 21.8%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
31.2%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
31.2%
28% worse than Washington averageWashington average: 24.3%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
12.0%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
12.0%
360% worse than Washington averageWashington average: 2.6%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
1.2%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
1.2%
77% better than Washington averageWashington average: 4.9%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.3%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.3%
24% better than Washington averageWashington average: 1.7%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
1.5%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
1.5%
74% better than Washington averageWashington average: 5.8%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
51.3%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
51.3%
217% worse than Washington averageWashington average: 16.2%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
17.1%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
17.1%
18% worse than Washington averageWashington average: 14.5%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
96.2%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
96.2%
In line with Washington averageWashington average: 96.2%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
97.6%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
97.6%
In line with Washington averageWashington average: 93.8%
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.95
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.95
41% worse than Washington averageWashington average: 1.38
ED visits per 1,000 days
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
0.69
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
0.69
54% better than Washington averageWashington average: 1.51
Short-stay resident measures
CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
97.8%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
97.8%
11% better than Washington averageWashington average: 88.1%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.1%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.1%
25% better than Washington averageWashington average: 1.4%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
96.9%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
96.9%
18% better than Washington averageWashington average: 82.0%
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
19.4%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
19.4%
In line with Washington averageWashington average: 19.9%
Emergency department visits
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
6.4%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
6.4%
52% better than Washington averageWashington average: 13.2%
Falls with major injury
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.0%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.0%
100% better than Washington averageWashington average: 0.8%
Ability to care for self at discharge
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
58.0%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
58.0%
8% better than Washington averageWashington average: 53.7%
Successful return to home or community
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
58.5%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
58.5%
16% better than Washington averageWashington average: 50.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
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
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
55
Medicare
14
25.5% of residents
Medicaid
19
34.5% of residents
Private pay or other
22
40% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Active Resident Council
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
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
$2.0M
↑ ~$1.2M vs 2022
Total Payroll
$6.5M
↑ ~$1.5M vs 2022
Profit Margin
15.7%
↑ 8.6pp vs 2022
Finances and operations
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$14.5M
Profit
$2.0M
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$14.5M Rank #43 / 93Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 43rd out of 93 homes in Washington. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Washington SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Profit
$2.0M
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #50 / 93Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 50th out of 93 homes in Washington. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Washington average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
$6.5M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #50 / 93Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 50th out of 93 homes in Washington. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Washington average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$6.0M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$12.5M
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Private Rooms
Building Type: Single-story
Fitness and Recreation
Who this home usually serves
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TYPE OF STAY
25 years of experience
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.
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3.4 miles from city center
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Frequently Asked Questions about Mt. Baker Care Center
What neighborhood is Mt. Baker Care Center in?
Mt. Baker Care Center is in the South Bellingham neighborhood of Bellingham.
Is Mt. Baker Care Center in a walkable area?
Mt. Baker Care Center has a walk score of 44. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the license number of Mt. Baker Care Center?
According to WA state health department records, Mt. Baker Care Center's license number is 1606.
When does Mt. Baker Care Center's license expire?
According to WA state health department records, Mt. Baker Care Center's license expires on September 30, 2026.
How many beds does Mt. Baker Care Center have?
Mt. Baker Care Center has 47 beds.
Are there photos of Mt. Baker Care Center?
Yes — there are 62 photos of Mt. Baker Care Center in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the phone number of Mt. Baker Care Center?
(360) 734-4181 will put you in contact with the team at Mt. Baker Care Center.
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