Memory Care Communities in Bellingham, WA

"Cordata Court was my favorite of all the places I toured. I was talking to one of the ladies who was in charge, and she was really nice and friendly. I liked the building and everything inside. The facility was so cozy and warm. The rooms looked great. Everything around looked really homey and cozy. It was a friendly environment. The residents were eating lunch and they were all smiling and friendly."

"I visited the Silverado Bellingham and loved it. That would be my number-one choice. They're keeping the people engaged, I think it's excellent, but it depends upon financing; that's my only drawback. I thought the rooms were excellent. They have single rooms that you're going to pay more for, and they have double rooms, but they have plenty of space for their clients there. They have a couple of activity rooms for them. One would be if you wanted to watch movies, and the other if you wanted to do hands-on activities. They had gardening in their little outdoor, enclosed area for people who liked to garden, they had a place where you could have your hair done, and you could go in the kitchen and help them cook. Lea is excellent."

"My mother passed away from Alzheimer's last October. Highland staff were so amazing. Mom dodn't want to be there, where ever there was. The staff cared for her, looked after her, cherished her in all her stubborn ways. They were wonderful. After she passed, we couldn't find a knitted blankie she was using, that was her granddaughter's favorite blankie. Almost a year later, I received a package in the mail. It was the missing blanket- this shows the caring character of the staff at this facility. Bless them"

Maple Park Adult Family Home is located in Lynden, WA, just across the road from Lynden City Park and close to Lynden Municipal Airport. Residents can enjoy regular walks and hikes at the nearby Jim Kaemingk Sr Trail or along the Nooksack River. Several churches, golf courses and cultural centers are also in the neighborhood. Maple Park Adult Family Home offers assisted living and a fun-filled lifestyle for seniors' enjoyment. The caring staff is available around the clock to help residents with any level of service required, from assistance with daily living activities to scheduling medication reminders, designing exercise programs and planning entertainment events. They also assist seniors with meal preparation, housekeeping and laundry. Therapy services are available to aid residents in exercise and healing. Every unit features individual climate control, spacious closets and private bathrooms. The community has a huge offering of amenities favorable to seniors, including landscaped grounds and common areas where seniors can gather for fun activities or entertain visiting family and friends. Other perks include convenience to public transportation, three delicious meals daily with special diets accommodated, transportation appointments and personal errands and wander guard systems. Cats are permitted into the community, and residents can find devotional services on-site or off-site.To learn more about this providers license and review other available state reports, please visit: Washington State Department of Social and Health Services Long-Term Care Residential Options

"My dad's girlfriend was a resident of Vineyard Park of Lynden Manor. It seemed to be very clean. She had her own private room. It was small, but it was definitely clean. It had a nice sense of community. There always seemed to be a group of people around in the lounge or in the eating area together, or outside sitting in the gazebo in the sun. It seemed like they were really close, like the people took care of each other, and I like that. It seemed like a really lovely place. I just really like the place. The place was gorgeous. My dad's girlfriend's room had a countertop with a microwave and a little cook oven, and then there's a very small refrigerator. There's a sitting room. The bedroom was separate from the sitting room with a bathroom in the bedroom. It's very small. It was small but it was hers."

"Our mother is at Lighthouse. She has been there for about six months, and we are very pleased with the care and concern she is shown. She can be a handful, and the staff is patient and knowledgeable about how to handle their residents. The facility is very clean, the food is good and there are plenty of activities that almost anyone can participate in. Recently we were treated to a beautiful piano recital by a very accomplished classical pianist high-school student. There is an enclosed outdoor courtyard, and the circular design allows residents to walk (or wheel) around safely and get some exercise. "

"We have chosen Creekside Continuing Care Community and the big selling point was two things. I have a 94-year-old brother that's close by to that. The other thing is they have cottages, which is a good transition for us. Creekside has 29 cottages that surround the main big building, and I'm still independent, but my wife needs more care. We both love the idea of being in the cottage yet still being able to walk up a few steps and have all of the advantages of the food, programs, and exercise. Everyone was nice. The food was quite good. They have a big dining room with white tablecloths and then they have two other little restaurants there that you can go to if you don't want to go to the main dining room and you can do that for 10 to 12 hours a day. The facility was nice. It has a small-town atmosphere and there are a lot of restaurants and stores nearby, not that you would need them because everything's furnished. The cottage is large enough that I can take my baby grand piano with me. I was very impressed with the wide hallways and decent-sized rooms and banisters all along when you walk down and clean, with no smells. The staff was friendly."

"My dad moved into Birchview, it's definitely setup for memory care, and it's kind of depressing. However, the facility is beautiful, and they have beautiful grounds. The workers were lovely and caring people. There's an upstairs dining room which is small. I didn't really like it, the food is not very good. The meals are the biggest complaint of the people there. The girl who runs the activity is really sweet, amazing, and has great energy. They take them out for trips, and they have singing. The activities are great."

"I have seen how well cared for the residents are at Ashely Gardens of Mount Vernon. Kind, treated like family. Their dining is in a homey type atmosphere and they have 24 hour nurses on staff. Music therapy and interactive daily activities. Rooms are nice and families are encouraged to personalize their rooms for even more comfort and familiarity for the resident. Beautiful community, incredible, attentive care."

"While researching memory care homes for a respite stay for my mom, Whispering Willow was one of a long list of places in western Washington that I was called. When I called I spoke with the marketing director, Kristie. Not only was she friendly and helpful with all of my questions, but she really went 'over-and-beyond'. Why do I say this? As it turns out, her facility wasn't a fit for my mom. However, that didn't prevent her from spending quality time with me and helping with a related challenge I was facing. I took action on her suggestion and got such a positive result that I reached back out to her to thank her. She genuinely asked to stay in touch. Wow! In today's healthcare arena, it is (unfortunately) rare to find such kindness, caring, and genuine desire help - regardless if my mom becomes a resident or not. I was so impressed that I offered to write this review. While I cannot say anything about the facility (since I never toured it), I can say that if Kristie is symbolic of the caring and attention available at Whispering Willows, then this is a place for you to check out."