Avamere Bellingham Health Care & Rehab Services, located in Bellingham, WA, provides a comprehensive range of healthcare services with a primary focus on nursing home care and additional assisted living services. Certified by both Medicare and Medicaid, the facility has been a Medicare participant since June 1, 1973. It serves approximately 63 occupants and offers an array of services, including hospice care, skilled nursing, and specialized memory care for residents with cognitive impairments. Also available are therapy services, such as physical, occupational, and speech therapy, aimed at supporting residents' recovery and enhancing their quality of life. The facility also prioritizes resident and family involvement through its resident and family counseling programs, facilitating active participation in care planning.
Care at Avamere Bellingham Health Care & Rehab Services is supported by a team of registered nurses who provide round-the-clock medical and personal care. Hospice services are available to support residents with terminal illnesses, emphasizing comfort and quality of life. Despite efforts to create a welcoming and supportive environment, reviews of the facility are mixed. Some family members have praised the attentive and caring nature of the staff, noting how their loved ones feel valued and supported. However, other reviews suggest issues with the facility's cleanliness and staff responsiveness, with some describing it as neglectful and unclean, highlighting the importance of ongoing monitoring and improvement efforts. Avamere Bellingham emphasizes personalized care plans, which reflect a continued commitment to addressing each resident's unique needs, although there are no recent publicly documented changes in facility practices.
Costs at this community start at $3,185 and range up to $6,692. The average price in the community is $4,938, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,203. The cost of nursing homes in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.
