Kerry Heaps
Jul 2026
Awesome loving staff
1 / 6Quick Facts
- Total units
- 70
- Medicare rating
- 5 of 5
- Ownership
- For profit, Limited Liability company
- Certified beds
- 70
- Inspections
- View history (43 citations)
- Intergenerational program
- On-site childcare center connects residents with young children
- Memory care approach
- Specialized, person-centered dementia care on-site
- Therapy services
- Dedicated therapy team for rehab and long-term goals
CMS Care Compare
What Families Think
The Good
- 24-hour skilled nursing for rehab and long-term care
- Specialized person-centered dementia care
- On-site childcare center creating intergenerational interactions
- Individualized therapy team focused on residents' goals
The Bad
- No published pricing information available
AI-generated from reviews and community data.
Mt Baker Care Center is a senior living community in Bellingham, Washington offering Assisted Living and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities. Families rate it 4.5 out of 5 across 16 reviews.
About Mt Baker Care Center
Mt Baker Care Center is a skilled nursing and assisted living facility in Bellingham, Washington. Since opening in 1991, the community has provided compassionate care and support for residents requiring more than what can be managed at home, helping them maintain independence within a safe environment.
The facility offers 24-hour skilled nursing services for both short-term rehabilitation and long-term care residents. A therapy team provides individualized and integrated approaches to help residents meet their therapeutic goals. For those living with dementia, the community offers specialized, person-centered care with an emphasis on what residents can do, delivered with dignity, love, and respect.
Mt Baker Care Center features an onsite childcare center, Generations Early Learning & Family Center, which creates intergenerational interaction opportunities between residents and children. Residents participate in daily enrichment activities designed to engage the senses and foster collaboration, friendships, and laughter.
Dining at the facility emphasizes fresh, locally-grown produce, with nearly all dishes prepared from scratch by professionally trained culinary staff. The community is set in picturesque Bellingham and provides a supportive environment where residents can lead purposeful lives.
Types of Care at Mt Baker Care Center
Assisted LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Amenities
Room Amenities
- Emergency Call System
- Wheelchair Accessible
Meals & Dining
- Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
- Restaurant style Dining Room
Community Amenities
- 24-Hour Staff
- Chapel / Religious Services
- Gathering / Activity Spaces
- Housekeeping
- Medication Management
- On-Site Nurse (RN)
Activities
- Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)
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Help Me ChooseReviews of Mt Baker Care Center
4.5overall · 16 ratings combined
4.5★ on Google (16)
Jaime Zapien
May 2026
So wonderful place ,my mother in law is here ,but with all family members we all talked about the same thing , it was about getting lost , so if your reading this mybaker rehab , please put signs up for directions , just like other facilities have !!! Other wise this place is very comforting , my mother said it friendly , the staff is great, the food she said isnt up to her liking, ,, but she said the staff is very gentle while moving her and doing her rebilitation, she says she feels like it's home she's like her TV shows , and can go anywhere in the facility, all she has to do is ask a employee to take her, she has a 20 day stay and the staff doesn't complain about patients , they do there job, from what I've seen , the staff is always smiling to there guest and to my mother , if your looking for a place to come this is hands down the place for your family members if needed
Jacob Davis
May 2026
The staff here are the nicest people you'll ever meet. Incredibly caring and kind.
Beauty of animals.
Apr 2026
Laura and Molly are the best. Mt. Baker Care Center is awesome and I highly recommend this facility. Karen is awesome! She is compassionate and caring and has treated my girlfriend in a very caring way. I so appreciate this facility.
Rosalee Ronquillo
Oct 2025
Mt. Baker Care team is communicative, compassionate, and truly committed to supporting residents through their rehab journey. We especially appreciate their efforts to return Silverado residents back to us once their short-term care is complete—it speaks volumes about their dedication to continuity and quality of life. Thank you for being such a reliable and thoughtful partner in care!
Government Inspection History
8 inspection visits in the last three years, 43 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
May 12, 2026Health Complaint1 citation
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jun 24, 2026
Jan 7, 2026Health Complaint1 citation
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Feb 20, 2026
Jul 2, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard10 citations
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jul 31, 2025
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jul 31, 2025
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 31, 2025
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 31, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 31, 2025
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 31, 2025
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 31, 2025
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 31, 2025
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 31, 2025
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jul 31, 2025
Oct 18, 2024Infection ControlNo citations
Apr 12, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard12 citations
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 8, 2024
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 8, 2024
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 8, 2024
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 10, 2024
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 8, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 10, 2024
Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 10, 2024
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 10, 2024
Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 10, 2024
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 10, 2024
Have restrictions on the use of flammable curtains.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 8, 2024
Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 8, 2024
Apr 3, 2024Health Complaint1 citation
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected May 1, 2024
Mar 4, 2024Health Complaint1 citation
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 7, 2024
Jan 7, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard17 citations
Establish policies and procedures for volunteers.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Feb 1, 2023
Provide primary/alternate means for communication.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Feb 1, 2023
Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Feb 3, 2023
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Feb 3, 2023
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Feb 3, 2023
Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Feb 3, 2023
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Feb 15, 2023
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Feb 15, 2023
Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Feb 1, 2023
Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Feb 1, 2023
Develop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Feb 1, 2023
Develop a communication plan.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Feb 1, 2023
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 3, 2023
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 15, 2023
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 15, 2023
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 15, 2023
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 3, 2023
Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of care does Mt Baker Care Center offer?
Mt Baker Care Center offers Assisted Living and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.
Where is Mt Baker Care Center located?
Mt Baker Care Center is located at 2905 Connelly Avenue in Bellingham, Washington.
How did Mt Baker Care Center do on recent health and safety inspections?
Mt Baker Care Center had 8 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 43 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.
How can families visit Mt Baker Care Center?
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