Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
New residents most often arrive under Medicare (45% of admissions), and a typical Medicare stay runs around 27 days.
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.
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
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.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | WA Average | vs. WA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Total deficiencies
| 86 | 31 | This facility has 177% more total deficiencies than a typical Washington assisted living residence (86 vs. WA avg 31).↑ 177% worse |
|
Deficiencies per year
| 28.7 | 10.3 | This facility has 179% more deficiencies per year than a typical Washington assisted living residence (28.7 vs. WA avg 10.3).↑ 179% worse |
State average 7.8
Last Health inspection on Aug 2025
State average 48.9
State average 6.92
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
42 of 73 citations resulted from standard inspections; 27 of 73 resulted from complaint investigations; and 4 of 73 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
State average: 0.3
State average: 1.7
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Manages medical care and health needs.
Assists with medical care and medications.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total hours from contractors
1,026 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 47 | 13 | 60 | 13,794 | 92 | 100% | 7.6 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 16 | 0 | 16 | 5,080 | 92 | 100% | 9.4 |
| Registered Nurse | 5 | 0 | 5 | 2,309 | 92 | 100% | 9.7 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,225 | 69 | 75% | 7.6 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,085 | 64 | 70% | 7.2 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 3 | 1 | 4 | 1,041 | 71 | 77% | 8.1 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 4 | 0 | 4 | 548 | 59 | 64% | 9 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 541 | 69 | 75% | 7.8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 528 | 66 | 72% | 8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 525 | 57 | 62% | 8.8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 490 | 62 | 67% | 7.9 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 2 | 0 | 2 | 462 | 54 | 59% | 8.2 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 3 | 0 | 3 | 439 | 64 | 70% | 6.7 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 428 | 54 | 59% | 7.9 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 3 | 0 | 3 | 423 | 59 | 64% | 7.2 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 418 | 61 | 66% | 6.8 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 1 | 0 | 1 | 312 | 32 | 35% | 9.8 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 170 | 42 | 46% | 4 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 3 | 3 | 50 | 8 | 9% | 6.2 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 2 | 2 | 29 | 2 | 2% | 14.5 |
| Other Physician | 0 | 1 | 1 | 15 | 1 | 1% | 14.5 |
| Therapeutic Recreation Specialist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 13 | 2 | 2% | 6.3 |
Includes penalties issued in 2023
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 (Data as of Jan 2026)
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
1 penalty in the past 3 years
Sep 13, 2023 · $52K
Last updated: Jan 2026
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
45% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
35% of new residents, often for short stays.
19% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Historical financial and operational data for The Bellingham at Orchard A Memory Care Residence from 2012–2023, based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 09/2023.
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 230 - 260 sq. ft
Housing Options: Private / Companion Suite
Building Type: Single-story
Beauty Services
Transportation Services
Housekeeping Services
Recreational Activities
Exercise Programs
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
New residents most often arrive under Medicare (45% of admissions), and a typical Medicare stay runs around 27 days.
Coverage residents most often arrive under.
Coverage residents most often leave under.
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.
2.3 miles from city center
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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The Bellingham at Orchard A Memory Care Residence is located in Bellingham, Washington.
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The Bellingham at Orchard A Memory Care Residence is in the Cornwall Park neighborhood of Bellingham.
The Bellingham at Orchard A Memory Care Residence has a walk score of 49. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
According to WA state health department records, The Bellingham at Orchard A Memory Care Residence's license number is 2576.
According to WA state health department records, The Bellingham at Orchard A Memory Care Residence's license expires on August 31, 2026.
The Bellingham at Orchard A Memory Care Residence's occupancy is 70%.
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The Bellingham at Orchard A Memory Care Residence has 76 beds.
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