Solstice Senior Living at Bellingham was nice across the board. I only saw one room. It had good storage. It was on the first floor, so it wasn't as bright as I'd like it to be. It could have used an extra window. The advantage was there were no stairs or elevator. The rest of the building was lovely. The staff was excellent. They were very informative and very personal. It was clean, tidy, and had nice views. I liked that they had street signs, so that you could actually walk a block and get to a coffee place or to a little grocery store.
Solstice Senior Living at Bellingham
Offers Independent Living
13 Reviews
2818 Old Fairhaven Pkwy, Bellingham, WA 98225
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Reviews of Solstice Senior Living at Bellingham
Independent Living Reviews for Solstice Senior Living at Bellingham
May 22, 2022
I visited this facility
December 04, 2021
I visited this facility
I visited Solstice Senior Living at Bellingham. It was very positive. I toured several rooms. I felt that one of their studios would be okay in terms of space, even though I'm in a two-bedroom apartment now. They were lovely, they offer lots of services including life alert. I have one, but I could stop paying for mine, and they would give me the same one. They have bus rides and transportation. Their meal facilities look excellent. The menus are varied; you can order Ala-carte if you don't like the main menu selections. I was ready to go there, but it was just too much money. They tried to get me a deal and all, but it's just too much money. When I talked it over with my brother, he thinks assisted living is where I need to be if I get any worse and not try independent living. They offer some services. They have PT, they do offer some medication help, which is much more than the other facility does.
Provider Response
Thank you for your review of Solstice at Bellingham! We are so glad you enjoyed your time at our community. Please feel free to reach out with any questions. Have a great day!
July 13, 2021
I visited this facility
I toured the community with Randi, she showed me the entire building and grounds and I viewed it from my mom's eyes. Randi took the time to sit down with me and learn about my mom, not just her immediate physical needs but who she is, her interests and personality.
I was shown a studio apt as well as a 1-bedroom. Both were very nice with balconies, we had a tape measure so I could picture where furniture would go, no full kitchen in the rooms but there is a sink, mini-fridge and room for a microwave and hot plate if desired.
Their kitchen is 3-meals a day with a 24-hr coffee cart and snack bar.
The activities calendar was full and diversified.
Overall this would be a very nice place for my mom and I would feel good about her living there. We haven't yet decided on a community as her house needs to be sold first.
Thank you Randi for making me feel so welcomed.
Provider Response
Thank you so much for the review! We truly appreciate the feedback. We are so glad to hear that you had a great experience while touring our community. Have a wonderful day!
March 24, 2021
I visited this facility
Our parents have lived at Solstice Senior Living in Bellingham, WA for almost 5 years. They consider it home and have insisted this is where they want to be. Larry, the Executive Director has been extremely accommodating as their needs have changed and helped guide us in helping to meet our parents changing needs.
Our family feels our parents are very safe living at Solstice, especially during the Covid-19 pandemic. Larry and the staff have worked diligently to have the community vaccinated to help restore some normalcy inside the community and have made great efforts to keep the residents engaged.
Nutrition is so important for seniors and the whole menu range was available and delivered 3 times a day to each apartment during the periods of lockdown due to Covid-19 restrictions.
The staff is very friendly, yet professional and feel like our extended family. They are always willing to offer guidance and assistance when needed.
We all appreciate the open airiness of the entry and common areas where the residents can socialize, read and play. There are numerous opportunities provided by the staff for socializing as is possible during Covid-19 as well as during normal times.
Our family feels fortunate to have a community like Solstice where our parents can live safely yet independently. My sister and I looked at several other communities when our parents were relocating from their previous home in the midwest. This facility stood out and it was the one our folks liked too. It has turned out to be the best situation possible and exceeded our expectations.
Provider Response
Thank you so much for the five-star review. We are so pleased that your parent's have found Solstice Senior Living at Bellingham a safe and happy community to call home. We are so appreciative of your feedback!
August 22, 2019
I visited this facility
Solstice Senior Living at Bellingham and its staff were very nice, helpful, and caring. They had games and a small workout area. The food was very good. The had a library and a salon. The residents were very nice and friendly.
October 08, 2018
I visited this facility
We were disappointed that Solstice didn't have WiFi throughout the building. This is supposed to be a premier place, but technology wise, we didn't agree. The rooms seemed fine, but it didn't end up being at the top of our list. We had lunch there, and the food was good. The menu was good because there were choices, and I liked that. You have your standards and things you can always get, and then they have a couple of choices each day as well. It seemed to be a good variety.
February 27, 2018
I visited this facility
I would have chosen Solstice Senior Living if not for the location. I was impressed with the staff, facilities, and activities. The units aren't large, but adequate, and very acceptable. It was impressive looking and clean, and had a caring staff. They had a full-time activities director.
March 29, 2017
I visited this facility
I liked it a lot. The only problem that I didn’t realize at that time was it doesn’t have assisted living, which I am going to need. The sales manager was very nice. He drove out here to pick me up, and on the way back, he gave one of the elderly ladies a ride so she go could go for a ride in the country. He sat me on the table with 3 elderly ladies who knew a lot about this place and their activities. Food was good. I had very little to find fault with it until I realized afterwards that I am not sure if I am going to be able to get the VA to help pay for my stay there since there isn’t any assisted care. They got a lot of positive things. I discussed with some of the men there about the activities, including political activities, and found a wide spectrum of people who were open-minded. It is a convenient location for my family to get there. Good activities, lot of things that sell, except for one drawback which is that I can’t come up with financial assistance.
March 13, 2017
I visited this facility
It was a very nice place. We had lunch there, and the food was very good. The staff was very caring. The rooms were fine but small. They had bingo, movies, Bible studies, and shopping trips.
November 24, 2016
I visited this facility
I really liked it, but they don't have assisted living or memory care. It's mostly retirement homes, so anything else you’d need, you'd have to privately have someone else come in. They’re a nice facility for retirement, but there are no nurses or extra care there. There's just a warm, fuzzy feeling to it. It’s very easy to navigate, and it's a warm community.
November 22, 2014
I visited this facility
I moved my mother back to where she used to be here, the same place she moved from. Everything worked out just fine. I tried and moved her back there because we checked out other places and that she decided she want to go back to where she moved from. All her friends are still there, and everything is the same, although she is in a different apartment. The dining is wonderful. Her studio is the same type of studio she had before; everything just worked out really well.
The cooperation and the help I got from the staff there in moving her back and the willingness to work with me because it was a long distance was great. I did it all on the phone, and they were willing to. They were very cooperative as far as paperwork and involved with saying in everything in all that, setting up for payments. So they were very helpful with that. It was the best location for her, and they went over and beyond
October 22, 2014
I visited this facility
I visited about a month ago. I went there because they invited me for a meal, and the food was pretty good. The place was very clean. The staff was good, and the residents were friendly. However, they don't have a nurse in the establishment which is why I didn't look into it as a final place to go.
September 23, 2013
I visited this facility
I like it and everything is working out just fine with my mom. She's only been there for a week, but so far so good. The staff is good. Mom is happy there.
Questions about Solstice Senior Living at Bellingham
Describe the overall population of independent living residents at Solstice Senior Living at Bellingham. What is their average age? What are their favorite things to do?
We range in age from 57-102. We have several activities that the residents enjoy including bean bag baseball, Silver Sneakers, Chair yoga, and Bingo.
What places are nearby for independent living residents to enjoy?
We are located in the beautiful Fairhaven district of Bellingham. The Fairhaven district is a wonderful walking community with a locally owned book store, several locally owned shops and eateries. We are minutes away from whale watching and lovely waterfront beach area with walking trails and coffee shops. We have a fabulous theater community with small independent theatres and Western Washington University right in our backyard. We are 10 minutes to the marina and waterfront dining. We have 2 lakes with public access within 10 minutes of us and several golf courses.
What are some recent off-site events that the community activity director at Solstice Senior Living at Bellingham has organized?
Visits to Chinatown in British Columbia (just 1 hour away), Snoqualimie Falls, the quaint waterfront community of La Conner, a Kangaroo Farm, Tulip Fields, The Symphony, and majestic Artist Point at Mount Baker.
What transportation services does Solstice Senior Living at Bellingham offer to independent living residents?
We offer a 13 passenger shuttle bus that has scheduled routes and open opportunities to take residents to their doctors appointments.
What makes the chef or dining program at Solstice Senior Living at Bellingham exceptional? What kind of menu can independent living residents expect?
We offer 3 chef prepared meals each day with 6-7 choices each meal. Our chef is classically trained and meets with the residents regularly to check in on how the meals are being received and also takes suggestions from the residents about family tradition meals that they miss having and if possible, he incorporates them into the menu. We use many locally sourced products from our surrounding fertile farmlands.
What common areas are available for independent living residents?
We have a beautiful natural light atrium that houses our library, an exercise room, an activity room and a movie room. Our game loft features a pool table and plenty of places to put a jigsaw puzzle together or join in on a hand of cards.
What safety features or security measures does Solstice Senior Living at Bellingham offer to independent living residents?
We offer all of our residents a Great Call device that has direct dialing to 911 and alerts or 24 hour staffed front desk at the same time. This is included in the rent. All of our apartments have sprinklers, smoke detectors and Co2 detectors. The closest Emergency vehicles are only moments away and can be here in just minutes.
If Solstice Senior Living at Bellingham accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?
We are pet friendly and we have lovely walking paths all around us. We have several breweries in the area that are completely dog friendly and encourage you to bring your dog and make new friends. Both of our lakes have off lease areas for your dog as well.
Does Solstice Senior Living at Bellingham work with an agency or registry to provide nursing and medical assistance as needed?
We have several agencies in the area that we work with to provide assistance, including Right at Home and Home Attendant Care
Costs for Solstice Senior Living at Bellingham
Services and Amenities of Solstice Senior Living at Bellingham
Costs
- All Inclusive Rent
- Rent Plus Care Fees
- Entry Fee Cost: 1500
- Independent Living Starting At: $2843/month
Room and housing options
- 1-bedroom apartments
- 2-bedroom apartments
- Studio Apartments
Dining options
- In Room Kitchenette
- Dining Room Shared Meals
- Dining Extra: Private Dining Room
Features
- Beauty Barber Shop
- Computer Room
- Resident Transportation
- Party Space
- Tv Room
- Garden And Patio
- Resident Parking
Cleaning services
- Laundry For Linens
- Housekeeping
Technology and entertainment
- Cable In Rooms
- Internet Enabled Rooms
- Wifi
Health services
- Medication Management
- Physical Therapy
Activities
- Offsite Activities
- Music
- Games
- Stories
- Lectures Discussions
- Book Clubs
- Wii Sports
- Tai Chi
- Fitness Room
- Yoga
- Gardening
- Cooking
- Arts And Crafts
Financial guidance
- Va Benefits Consultation
Guest services
- Guest Parking
- Guests At Mealtime
- Overnight Guests
Diet
- Diabetic
- Kosher
- Low Fat
- Special Diets
- Low Salt
- Renal
- Vegetarian
General
- Respite Care
- Minimum Age: 55
Range of services
- Companion Care
- Personal Care Assistants
- In Home Health
- Physical Therapy
- Occupational Therapy
Payment options
- Credit Card
- Check
About Solstice Senior Living at Bellingham
Independent living is just that, you live independently enjoying the company of your friends and neighbors while we provide the convenience of restaurant-style dining, housekeeping, laundry, transportation services and much more. We believe you have earned the right to a care-free lifestyle. Let us do the daily chores so you can do the daily fun!
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