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Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
Recent reviews of Independent Living in Bellingham, WA
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Everything is great I am loving my time here at Chandler's Square. Everyone here is just wonderful,the staff has been kind and helpful to me with all my needs. The community is very nice looking and maintained well. It has been a great experience so far for me, they have helped me with getting adjus...

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I've had a great experience here so far, I'd recommend this place highly! You get quite a lot for what you pay here, they are "apartment homes" so each unit has a small fully equipped kitchen, and a washer and dryer. The complex also has a gym, billiard room, and a great room for socializing. The fr...

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I'm so glad my family and I chose this community for my new home. The caregivers and staff are kind and helpful. Only had 1 room available but will be getting a bigger one soon I hope. The Activities are amazing her like bingo, arts&crafts, bridge and even a Happy Hour. They have a bus that will tak...

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The staff at Spring Creek are all very kind and helpful. Communication with the family is clear and concise, on time, and not overburdened. The move in process was super smooth. The meals are adequate, but...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Looking for an exceptional senior living community?Well, you’ve found it. When you combine an exceptional lifestyle, ready-made friends and outstanding service, the result is what we callRetirement Perfected™Welcome to Bonaventure Retirement, Assisted Living & Memory Care Community Life is good...
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People seem to enjoy the variety of tasty meals in the dining room . There are lots of activities including movies, group stretching, weekly outings, etc. Opportunities to play cards, etc. Residents are...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Cordata Court offers U.S. News award-winning independent senior living, assisted living and memory care services in a luxury setting in the beautiful Bellingham, Washington area. Our campus is ideally located to take advantage of mountain views, nearby recreation in both Washington and Canada as...
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I like living here - enjoy interacting with others and the activities just. Wish the food was better - less carbs and more protein. I toured several places and this was the best option.
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Solstice Senior Living at Bellingham is rooted in natural beauty and historic Fairhaven charm. Our community is just two hours from Seattle, and just beyond Bellingham Bay and the famed Chuckanut Drive. Family members and caregivers find comfort in the availability of on-site personal care...
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I love it here!! Everyone is HAPPY! The staff as well as the residents. Based on the experience I have had so far, I would definitely recommend this community to other families!
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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The staff is extremely friendly and accommodating. The only complaint I've heard is fixed meal times are a bit early for my in-laws.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Welcome to Rosewood VillaRosewood Villa is beautifully situated between Fairhaven and Happy Valley in Bellingham, WA. Our community has enjoyed decades of serving seniors while providing support to cherished loved ones. We are committed to providing the very best care in and around Whatcom...
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I would recommend Louisa Place for someone who needs someone to care for their loved one. The care was very good, although they were a little short staffed at times so my father had to wait. That was not...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Avista Ferndale is a small assisted living community with a big heart. At the core of our community is our wonderful staff who will go out of the way to meet the needs and wishes of each resident. We are located in the small town of Ferndale, Washington, just eight miles north of Bellingham. We...
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I picked this community because of the proximity to my house. Staff on all levels are caring, friendly and professional. Care of my mother has been good;staff apparently check in with her often. Meals are...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Not All Assisted Living Is Created EqualFor those looking for exceptional senior living in the Great Northwest, you need look no farther. Your future favorite senior living community provides assisted living for seniors in historic Bellingham, known for its vibrant art scene, historic waterfront...
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In 1956 this community was the Leopold Hotel and I was a bellhop there when I was in college, so I feel like I have come full circle. It is a very well built historic building. It is cozy and comfy here and...
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Leopold is unique among senior living options. Built in 1929 as 4 star Hotel, now providing Vibrant Retirement Living in the heart of downtown Bellingham. The architectural details, grand views of the bay, Crystal Ballroom and history of the building are a treat unto themselves. Bing Crosby,...
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I can't express enough in words how great this staff is. It has been a long stressful journey for myself and husband getting my mom and step dad out of a horrible facility in Nevada from elder [Removed], to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The moment you enter The Woodway Inn, you will feel welcome. All the amenities for your Independent or Assisted Living lifestyle are here in the comfort of this attractive and active retirement center. The Woodway Inn provides all the comforts of home and the convenience of a full service...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
At Affinity at Bellingham we’ve created a new kind of 55+ lifestyle community for people who are ambitious about the years ahead and aren’t willing to compromise their freedom.Rents start at $1,450, which includes everything: utilities, WiFi, expanded television services, swimming pool, hot tub,...
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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They do not offer meals at WoodRose as it is an independent living community. My dad has not yet started participating in any of the activities offered. The staff are helpful and friendly. They keep the...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
WoodRose Apartments offers independent living without sacrificing the quality of life enjoyed by people 62 years of age or older. WoodRose is a beautifully appointed apartment community designed exclusively for you with privacy, safety and convenience in mind. Our building is access controlled...
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My father in law has been at Orchard Park for one year and has grown to love it there. He will do his won thing and they are there to support him. The nurses in charge always take what I have to say and then...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
An 82 unit Assisted Living facility, Orchard Park provides accommodation to clients ranging from those totally independent to those requiring 24-hour care. Staff includes Licensed Nurses 24 hours a day. Apartments range from studio to 2-bedroom/2-bath up to 860 square feet. All are fully...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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This is a fantastic community. They have so many activities for the residents to choose from. They will even take the residents to lunch and rides around town. The staff is always super friendly to the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
“Providing loving care from the Heart” Our dementia cottage is cozy and intimate, and each person who enters out cottage, receives a “Best Friend” – someone to go on this most difficult journey of dementia with your loved one. Best Friends spend time with their resident. They keep a scrap...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Hamilton Place is a senior housing community located in Bellingham, Whatcom County, WA. Bellingham, which is the northernmost city in the contiguous United States, is known for its magnificent scenery and its lively culture of outdoor recreation. The city hosts a vast number of annual events and...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.

Cost of independent living in Bellingham, WA

The average cost of senior living in Bellingham is 3729.36 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Laurel, WA with an average of 3450.08 per month.

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Bellingham, WA

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What is independent living?

Independent living offers a stress-free lifestyle for older adults. Independent living communities don’t provide personal care or supervision, but do offer generally healthy adults opportunities for socialization and hassle-free living. Independent living services often include:

  • Nutritious meals and snacks
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Home maintenance and repairs
  • Social activities and outings
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Where the Heart is, Mountain Glen and Creekside Continuing Care Community are the top rated independent living facilities near Bellingham, Washington. See full list of communities.

There are 22 independent living facilities near Bellingham, Washington. See the full list.

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