The Bellingham at Orchard A Memory Care Residence
Nursing Home & Memory Care · Washington, WA
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The Bellingham at Orchard A Memory Care Residence

Nursing Home & Memory Care · Washington, WA
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
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The Bellingham at Orchard A Memory Care Residence accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay.

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.

(360) 392-5376

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info 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.
▼ 7.0% Below WA avg. ▼ 7.0% Below WA avg.WA average: 3.2Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Health Inspection Info 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.
▼ 29.0% Below WA avg. ▼ 29.0% Below WA avg.WA average: 2.8Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Staffing Info 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.
▼ 41.6% Below WA avg. ▼ 41.6% Below WA avg.WA average: 3.4Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Quality Measures Info 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.
▲ 27.2% Above WA avg. ▲ 27.2% Above WA avg.WA average: 3.9Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing hours breakdown

Info 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.

Hours per resident per day — compared to Washington state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info This home is ranked 84th out of 90 homes in Washington for nurse hours. 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.
3h 20m per day
Rank #84 / 90Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 84th out of 90 homes in Washington. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Washington average, with a ranking across 90 Washington facilities. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
This facility Washington avg (4h 13m per day)
vs Washington avg
-21%

4 of 6 metrics below state avg

Standout metric LPN / LVN is +31% above state avg
Staff typeHours / Day / Residentvs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info 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. 38m per day ▼ 29% State avg: 54m per day · National avg: 41m per day
LPN / LVN Info 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. 1h 2m per day ▲ 31% State avg: 48m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide Info 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. 2h 20m per day ▼ 13% State avg: 2h 41m per day · National avg: 2h 20m per day
Weekend Total Nursing Info 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. 3h 21m per day ▼ 15% State avg: 3h 57m per day · National avg: 3h 27m per day
Physical Therapist Info 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. 5m per day ■ Avg State avg: 6m per day · National avg: 4m per day
Weekend RN Info 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. 22m per day ▼ 44% State avg: 39m per day · National avg: 29m per day

Capacity and availability

Avg. Length of Stay
35 days
Bed community size
76-bed community Rank #187 / 366Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 187th out of 366 homes in Washington. 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.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 49 / 100 Rank #334 / 628Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 334th out of 628 homes in Washington. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Washington facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.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

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
70%
Rank #198 / 310Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 198th out of 310 homes in Washington. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Washington average, with its Statewide rank out of 310. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Similar to the Washington average: 72.5%
Occupied beds
53 / 76
Average occupied beds in Washington homes 73 beds

License Details

Facility TypeBh
StatusOp
ExpirationAugust 31, 2026
CountyWhatcom
License Number2576

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactMaimin, Michael

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Engaging Programs
Premier Dining
Housekeeping
Memory Care Services
Personalized Care Plans
ActivitiesEngaging programs like Bridge, Texas Hold’em, art therapy, and dance-filled happy hours.
Specific ProgramsForever Fit, Pawsitive Health, Memories in Motion, Starlight Shows, Virtual Voyages

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price$5,325 per month

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionPremier dining with meals crafted from fresh, seasonal ingredients, catering to diverse dietary needs.

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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 86 deficiencies

Inspection Scorecard Info 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 2 Worse Metrics worse than Washington average:
• Total deficiencies (177% above)
• Deficiencies per year (179% above)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Latest Inspection November 13, 2025 Enforcement

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. 8631 This facility has 177% more total deficiencies than a typical Washington assisted living residence (86 vs. WA avg 31).↑ 177% worse
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2023. 28.710.3 This facility has 179% more deficiencies per year than a typical Washington assisted living residence (28.7 vs. WA avg 10.3).↑ 179% worse

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • The most recent inspection on November 13, 2025 cited two uncorrected deficiencies related to tuberculosis screening and CPR/first aid training, resulting in civil fines but no immediate jeopardy.
  • Multiple inspections from January through July 2025 documented recurring fire and life safety violations, including missing documentation for fire damper inspections, sprinkler testing, and malfunctioning fire alarm panels and exit signs.
  • Numerous complaint investigations from 2023 through mid-2025 substantiated failures in resident care, including inadequate monitoring, failure to investigate missing belongings, unsafe storage of hazardous items, and unreported injuries, resulting in repeated citations.

Health Inspection History

Inspections since 2024
Total health inspections 15

State average 7.8


Last Health inspection on Aug 2025

Total health citations
73 Rank #73 / 92Health citations — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 73rd out of 92 homes in Washington. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Washington State average, with a ranking across all 92 WA facilities. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

State average 48.9

Citations per inspection
4.87 Rank #28 / 92Citations per inspection — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 28th out of 92 homes in Washington. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Washington mean across 92 facilities with citation data. Lower is better.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

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).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 2 years)
Critical health citations
0
100% better than State average

State average: 0.3


Serious health citations
6
253% worse than State average

State average: 1.7

0 critical citations State average: 0.3

6 serious citations State average: 1.7

67 moderate citations State average: 46.3

0 minor citations State average: 0.5
Citations history (last 2 years)
Quality of Care moderate citation Aug 12, 2025
Corrected

Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Jul 23, 2025
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Jul 23, 2025
Corrected

Nursing Services moderate citation Jul 23, 2025
Corrected

Staffing Data

Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.

Total staff 121
Employees 100
Contractors 21
Staff to resident ratio 1.68 : 1
10% fewer staff per resident than Washington average
Washington average ratio: 1.86 : 1 Washington average ratio: 1.86 : 1See full Washington ranking
Avg staff/day 40
Average shift 8.1 hours
0% compared with Washington average
Washington average: 8.1 hours Washington average shift: 8.1 hoursSee full Washington ranking
Total staff hours (quarter) 29,922

Nursing staff breakdown

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

RN Staff Info All 5 RN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 5
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.7 hours
Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

LPN Staff Info All 16 LPN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role. 16
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.4 hours
Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

CNA Staff Info 60 total: 47 full-time employees and 13 contractors. 60
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.6 hours

Contractor staffing

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.

Total hours from contractors

3.4%

1,026 contractor hours this quarter

Certified Nursing Assistant: 13 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 3 Medical Director: 2 Speech Language Pathologist: 1 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1 Other Physician: 1

Staff by category

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Certified Nursing Assistant47136013,79492100%7.6
Licensed Practical Nurse160165,08092100%9.4
Registered Nurse5052,30992100%9.7
RN Director of Nursing4041,2256975%7.6
Clinical Nurse Specialist4041,0856470%7.2
Speech Language Pathologist3141,0417177%8.1
Respiratory Therapy Technician4045485964%9
Dietitian1015416975%7.8
Administrator1015286672%8
Mental Health Service Worker2025255762%8.8
Nurse Practitioner1014906267%7.9
Physical Therapy Assistant2024625459%8.2
Qualified Social Worker3034396470%6.7
Dental Services Staff1014285459%7.9
Physical Therapy Aide3034235964%7.2
Other Dietary Services Staff1014186166%6.8
Nurse Aide in Training1013123235%9.8
Occupational Therapy Aide0111704246%4
Occupational Therapy Assistant0335089%6.2
Medical Director0222922%14.5
Other Physician0111511%14.5
Therapeutic Recreation Specialist1011322%6.3
60 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
16 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
5 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
4 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 75%
4 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 70%
4 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 77%
4 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 64%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 75%
1 Administrator
% of Days 72%
2 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 62%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 67%
2 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 59%
3 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 70%
1 Dental Services Staff
% of Days 59%
3 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 64%
1 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 66%
1 Nurse Aide in Training
% of Days 35%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 46%
3 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 9%
2 Medical Director
% of Days 2%
1 Other Physician
% of Days 1%
1 Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
% of Days 2%

Penalties and fines

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)

Total fines amount $115K Rank #76 / 92Federal fines — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 76th out of 92 homes in Washington. Shows this facility's cumulative CMS federal fine dollars versus the Washington average among facilities with fines, and where it ranks among 92 facilities in the pool. Lower total dollars mean a better rank.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
41% higher than Washington average

Washington average: $82K

Number of fines 2
8% more fines than Washington average

Washington average: 1.8

Payment Denials Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. 0
100% fewer payment denials than Washington average

Washington average: 0.3

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $115K
Washington average $82K
Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

1 penalty in the past 3 years

Sep 13, 2023 · $52K

Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Sep 13, 2023
$52K

Last updated: Jan 2026

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 Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 9.3
8% better than Washington average

Washington average: 10.0

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 24.8
19% worse than Washington average

Washington average: 20.9

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 11.9%
27% better than Washington average

Washington average: 16.4%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 22.3%
In line with Washington average

Washington average: 21.8%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 40.2%
66% worse than Washington average

Washington average: 24.3%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 0.7%
73% better than Washington average

Washington average: 2.6%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 2.1%
57% better than Washington average

Washington average: 4.9%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 1.5%
12% better than Washington average

Washington average: 1.7%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 9.2%
58% worse than Washington average

Washington average: 5.8%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 7.0%
57% better than Washington average

Washington average: 16.2%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 19.0%
31% worse than Washington average

Washington average: 14.5%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 97.9%
In line with Washington average

Washington average: 96.2%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 87.2%
7% worse than Washington average

Washington average: 93.8%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 99.1%
13% better than Washington average

Washington average: 88.1%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 2.0%
37% worse than Washington average

Washington average: 1.4%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 83.5%
In line with Washington average

Washington average: 82.0%

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

45% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 27 days

Private pay

35% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 18 days

Medicaid

19% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 2 - 3 months

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total residents 72
Medicare
30
41.7% of residents
Medicaid
40
55.6% of residents
Private pay or other
2
2.8% 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.

Finances and operations

Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 09/2023.

Voluntary non-profit community
Operated by a church.
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$7.2M
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
-$685.8K
Voluntary non-profit community Operated by a church.
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$7.2M Rank #78 / 94Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 78th out of 94 homes in Washington. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Washington average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
-$685.8K
Other income Info Money the home earns outside of resident care — such as investments, grants, rentals and other non-operating sources (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It is tracked separately from net patient revenue: it is not part of that figure, and it is not included in net patient income.
$81.7K
Payroll costs Info Staff salaries plus wage-related costs — benefits such as payroll taxes, health insurance and retirement — from the home's own accounting records (CMS cost report, Worksheet A). Contract or agency labor is counted separately, under other operating costs. Rank #61 / 94Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 61st out of 94 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.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
$5.0M 69.2% of net patient revenue Info Payroll as a share of revenue: staff salaries and wage-related benefits divided by net patient revenue. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Rank #8 / 94Payroll % — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 8th out of 94 homes in Washington. Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the Washington average. Well-run Washington facilities typically land around 53–61% — the top third Statewide. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Other operating costs Info Everything it costs to run the home apart from payroll — food, utilities, supplies, maintenance, contract labor and administration. Calculated as total operating expense minus payroll (staff salaries and wage-related benefits).
$2.9M
Total costs Info The home's total operating expense for the year — all the costs of running it, salaries included (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3).
$7.9M

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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Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

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.

Admissions
471 total

Coverage residents most often arrive under.

Medicare 45%
Private pay 35%
Medicaid 19%
Discharges
477 total

Coverage residents most often leave under.

Medicare 37%
Private pay 44%
Medicaid 19%

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.

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The Bellingham at Orchard A Memory Care Residence is located in Bellingham, Washington.
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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).
WA

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

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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. Somewhat walkable. 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.

When does The Bellingham at Orchard A Memory Care Residence's license expire?

According to WA state health department records, The Bellingham at Orchard A Memory Care Residence's license expires on August 31, 2026.

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 70%.

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.

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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