Best Senior Living in Bellingham, Washington
28 communities found
Bellingham lists 32 senior living options, including 29 residential communities and 3 agencies. Across 27 rated communities, the average rating is 4.3, based on 736 reviews read.
- 31options listed
- 4.3average rating, 27 rated
- 736family reviews read
- 0small homes, 10 or fewer
PartnerThe Bellingham at Orchard by Cogir
Bellingham, Washington
4.1(25)
Memory Care
The Willows - A LifeMinded Residence
Bellingham, Washington
5(27)
Independent Living
From $4,550/moHighgate Senior Living - Bellingham
Bellingham, Washington
4.8(70)
Assisted LivingMemory Care
Affinity at Bellingham
Bellingham, Washington
4.7(95)
Independent Living
Summit Place Assisted Living
Bellingham, Washington
4.8(22)
Assisted LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Vintage at Bellingham
Bellingham, Washington
4.6(61)
Independent Living
Silverado Bellingham Memory Care Community
Bellingham, Washington
4.6(58)
Assisted LivingMemory Care
Rosewood Villa
Bellingham, Washington
4.8(11)
Assisted LivingIndependent Living
Chuckanut Ridge Assisted Living
Bellingham, Washington
4.7(13)
Assisted Living
Sterling Senior Housing
Bellingham, Washington
4.8(8)
Independent Living
M&S Grace Manor Adult Family Home
Bellingham, Washington
5(4)
Assisted Living
Brookdale Fairhaven
Bellingham, Washington
4.6(13)
Assisted Living
Best-rated senior living in Bellingham
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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The Willows - A LifeMinded Residence
5 (27 reviews)· Independent Living
The Willows holds a 5 out of 5 rating from 27 Google reviews, though no specific review comments or amenities were provided.
- 2
Highgate Senior Living - Bellingham
4.8 (70 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care
Highgate Senior Living - Bellingham holds a 4.8 out of 5 rating across 71 Google reviews, without detailed comments on daily life.
- 3
4.7 (95 reviews)· Independent Living
Affinity at Bellingham holds a 4.7 out of 5 rating from 96 Google reviews, with no detailed review text provided.
- 4
4.8 (22 reviews)· Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Reviewers describe Summit Place as small and warm, with staff who know residents personally, though one review raised food and medication concerns.
- 5
4.6 (61 reviews)· Independent Living
Vintage at Bellingham holds a 4.6 out of 5 average rating across 62 Google reviews, without detailed review text or amenity information.
- 6
Silverado Bellingham Memory Care Community
4.6 (58 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care
Silverado Bellingham is a dedicated memory care community for residents with dementia, holding a 4.6 rating from 58 reviews.
- 7
4.8 (11 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living
- 8
Chuckanut Ridge Assisted Living
4.7 (13 reviews)· Assisted Living
- 9
4.8 (8 reviews)· Independent Living
- 10
4.6 (13 reviews)· Assisted Living
Families describe Brookdale Fairhaven as well-run, with attentive nursing staff and strong support through dementia care and end-of-life transitions.
What families say about senior living in Bellingham
Counted across the review summaries of 29 Bellingham communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Families most often mention caring, attentive staff, noted by 37% of communities, and activities and social life, noted by 27%. Concerns center on cost and billing, raised by 70%, and communication with families, raised by 60%.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 38%
- Activities and social life 28%
- Medical and nursing care 24%
- Building and grounds 24%
- Memory care 24%
Concerns raised
- Cost and billing 69%
- Communication with families 59%
- Building and upkeep 24%
- Staff attitude 10%
“We have lived at the Willows for just over a year And what’s not to like. This wonderful staff is very caringAnd helpful with our needs. and especially the residents are all very congenial.”
“I would love to recommend this place because the staff has been excellent to me. The provider Judy has been very helpful. Yogesh has been kind and always willing to help out. Ranjeet restorative aid has been great to me and fixed my hair. Thank u!”
“My step-son has received excellent care at Avila. He gets excellent food, a sensitive and attentive staff and a safe location. He has been in other facilities that failed woefully on every count. We feel blessed to have found Avila Care.”
Senior Living in Bellingham: the figures
- •Of the 7 with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 2 have 11 to 60, and 5 have more than 60.
- •6 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 3.7 out of 5: 3 rated four stars or better, 0 rated one star.
- •Most common amenities: wheelchair accessible (25), housekeeping (25), 24-hour staff (25), emergency call system (24), social activities (23), gathering / activity spaces (21).
How families pay for senior living in Washington
Most families in Washington pay for assisted living, memory care and independent living out of pocket at first, often drawing on savings, pensions and the proceeds from selling a home. Long-term care insurance, when a family member holds a policy, can help cover part of the monthly cost, though the terms and waiting periods vary by policy. Veterans and surviving spouses may qualify for VA Aid and Attendance, a benefit that adds a monthly amount on top of a regular VA pension for those who need help with daily activities, and it can be applied toward the cost of assisted living or memory care.
The full picture for the state: Senior Living in Washington.
Senior Living near Bellingham
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sedro-Woolley20.8 mi | 5 | 4.6 / 5 | 20.8 mi |
| Burlington21.5 mi | 8 | 4.4 / 5 | 21.5 mi |
| Mount Vernon24.9 mi | 15 | 4.5 / 5 | 24.9 mi |
All of Washington: Senior Living in Washington. Closer to home? Compare senior living near you, sorted by distance.
About these figures
Computed on October 20, 2026 from the 31 communities listed in Bellingham, 736 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored and partner listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change; the written summary was last revised September 25, 2026.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in Bellingham ask about.
- Home Care in Washington: Agencies, Medicare Home Health Ratings, and What It Costs
- Nursing Home vs. Assisted Living: Which Level of Care Does Your Loved One Actually Need?
- Signs It Is Time to Move From Home Care to Assisted Living
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Senior Living in Bellingham: Common Questions
How many senior living communities are in Bellingham, Washington?
MyLivingChoice lists 31 senior living communities in Bellingham, Washington, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
How much does senior living cost in Bellingham?
Among Bellingham communities that publish pricing, senior living starts around $4,550/month, with an average published starting rate near $4,923/month. Final costs depend on care needs and apartment choice.
Which senior living communities in Bellingham are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include The Willows - A LifeMinded Residence (5★, 27 ratings), Highgate Senior Living - Bellingham (4.8★, 70 ratings), Summit Place Assisted Living (4.8★, 22 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Bellingham?
Beyond senior living, Bellingham has assisted living (17 communities), independent living (10 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (7 communities), memory care (5 communities), home health (2 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate senior living in Bellingham?
Families rate Bellingham senior living communities 4.3 out of 5 on average, across 736 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Bellingham senior living communities?
Across the review summaries of 29 Bellingham communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 38%), activities and social life (mentioned for 28%), medical and nursing care (mentioned for 24%). The most common concerns are cost and billing (69%), communication with families (59%), building and upkeep (24%).
Are there small senior living homes in Bellingham?
Of the 7 Bellingham communities with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 2 have 11 to 60, and 5 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.
How do Bellingham nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
6 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Bellingham carry an overall star rating, averaging 3.7 out of 5. 3 are rated four stars or better and 0 are rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.
Prefer to stay home?
Home care agencies serving Bellingham bring help to the house: daily living, companionship, and respite for family caregivers.
