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Mt Baker Care Center
2905 Connelly Avenue, Bellingham, WA 98225
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Mt Baker Care Center Description
From the moment you step into Mt. Baker Care Center, you and your loved ones will take comfort in knowing that you have come to the right place. Since opening our doors in 1991, we have consistently delivered a lifestyle of compassionate care, well-being, and value amidst a beautiful setting.
Located in picturesque Bellingham, Washington, Mt. Baker Care Center is the leader in full-service skilled nursing and assisted living services. Here, you will find a thriving community of residents enjoying life to the fullest. It is our daily commitment to help each resident lead a purposeful life while also providing the highest level of quality care along the way.
Welcome to Mt. Baker Care Center and thank you for taking the time to learn more about us and how we may best be of service to you.
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Care Types at Community
This community offers the following types of care
Assisted Living
Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.
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Nursing Home
Nursing Homes provide a nurturing environment offering round-the-clock care, personalized support, and community activities for seniors needing assistance with daily living.
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Skilled Nursing
Skilled nursing provides 24/7 medical care and support by licensed professionals for seniors needing continuous healthcare assistance.
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Review Summary
The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.
Positive Feedback on Care and Staff: Many reviewers express gratitude towards Mount Baker Care Center for the exceptional care and attention provided by the staff. The team is described as phenomenal, caring, and attentive, ensuring that residents' needs are met with kindness and efficiency. The staff's dedication to their patients is highlighted, with mentions of their love for the residents and a willingness to go above and beyond in their roles.
Facility and Amenities: The cleanliness and attractiveness of the building receive praise, alongside the quality of the food served, which is described as delicious. The facility's state-of-the-art rehabilitation services are also commended, contributing to a positive environment for residents.
Activities and Engagement: The review mentioning the enjoyment of Valentine's Day activities indicates that the center organizes events to keep residents engaged and entertained, adding to the quality of life within the facility.
Family Peace of Mind: Family members express confidence and peace of mind in the care provided to their loved ones. One reviewer specifically mentions the relief of knowing their family member is in good hands and not neglected. The inclusive and helpful nature of the staff is appreciated, creating a supportive community for both residents and their families.
Areas for Improvement: One review from an employee suggests that there may be room for improvement in the menu selection, indicating that staff also partake in the meals and that concerns should be directly addressed to the facility.
Overall Impression: The general sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, with special emphasis on the caring and welcoming nature of the staff. The facility's environment, from its cleanliness to the quality of care and activities, contributes to a highly recommended experience for both residents and their families.
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Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Nursing Home Ratings
Overall rating: 5
Health inspection rating: 4
Staffing rating: 5
Quality measure rating: 5
Long-term quality measure rating:
5
Short-term quality measure rating:
5
Nursing Home Overview
Participation
date: April 1, 1991
Ownership type: For Profit
Provider
type: Medicare and Medicaid
Nursing home capacity: 70
Total current residents: 56
Facility is located in a hospital: No
Automatic sprinkler system: Yes
Resident and family council: Resident
Facility Incident, Complaints and Fines
Number of
facility
incidents: 0
Number of
substantiated complaints: 0
Number of payment denials: 0
Number of fines: 0
Total cost of fines: $0
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services give each Nursing Home a Star Rating from 1-5 with 5 being the highest.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services gather information about the number of hours of care provided on average to each resident each day by staff as well as the turnover of staff.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around emergency department and hospital visits for residents of Nursing Homes.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around quality measures for residents of Nursing Homes.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointThe Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around COVID-19 vaccination rates of Nursing Home residents and staff members.
The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.
Use the dropdown below to view each data pointHealth and Fire Safety Deficiencies
The Center for Medicare and Medicaid report health and fire safety deficiencies. Some of these deficiencies are more severe than others. The following table shows different levels of severity.
| Scope | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Severity of Deficiency | Isolated | Pattern | Widespread |
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J | K | L |
| Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy | G | H | I |
| No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy | D | E | F |
| No actual harm with potential for minimal harm | A | B | C |
Fire Safety Deficiencies
| Survey Date | Correction Date | Letter | Category | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-01-04 | 2023-02-01 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). |
| 2023-01-04 | 2023-02-01 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach. |
| 2023-01-04 | 2023-02-01 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Develop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures. |
| 2023-01-04 | 2023-02-01 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Establish policies and procedures for volunteers. |
| 2023-01-04 | 2023-02-01 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Develop a communication plan. |
| 2023-01-04 | 2023-02-01 | F | Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Provide primary/alternate means for communication. |
| 2023-01-04 | 2023-02-03 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. |
| 2023-01-04 | 2023-02-03 | F | Smoke Deficiencies | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. |
| 2023-01-04 | 2023-02-03 | D | Services Deficiencies | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. |
| 2023-01-04 | 2023-02-03 | F | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. |
| 2023-01-04 | 2023-02-03 | E | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. |
| 2023-01-04 | 2023-02-03 | F | Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. |
What is in the Neighborhood
- The closest city is Bellingham which is 3.2 miles away and has a population of 85,146 (large town).
- The average income is $71,658, which is high compared to other zip codes.
- Weather
- High Temperature: 67
- Low Temperature: 39
- Average Temperature: 52.5
- Day Breakdown: The area gets 173 days of rain, 13 days of snow and 178 days of sun
- Precipitation: 1.5 inches a year
- The median age is 30.7 years old, very low compared to other cities.
- 5.52% of the population are Veterans which is a high percentage of Veterans compared to other cities.
- 10.23% of the population are Foreign-born which is a low percentage of Foreign-born compared to other cities.
- The population is 2% American Indian and Alaska Native, 8% Asian, 2% Black or African-American, 7% Hispanic or Latino, and 79% White.
- The crime rate is 13.48 per 100 people which is very high compared to other cities.
- Violent Crime: 1.21 incidents per 100 people
- Property Crime: 11.44 incidents per 100 people
- Drug-Related Crime: 0.12 incidents per 100 people
- The average life expectancy in zip code is 80.54 years old, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
- Air Quality: Good Days 179.0, Moderate Days 3.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 0.0, Unhealthy Days 0.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0
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Supermarkets
Haggen
1.1 miles awayFred Meyer
2.1 miles awayWhole Foods Market
2.3 miles awayCommunity Food Coop
2.3 miles awayRiteAid
2.6 miles awayNone Found
Bus Stations
Old Fairhaven Pkwy at 30th St
0.1 miles awayOld Fairhaven Pkwy at 2700 Block
0.1 miles away30th St at Cowgill Ave
0.2 miles awayDonovan Ave at 31st St
0.3 miles awayOld Fairhaven Pkwy at 24th St
0.3 miles awayBanks
Bank of the Pacific Loan Center
1.3 miles awayWhatcom Educational Credit Union
2.3 miles awayKeyBank
2.3 miles awayBank of America
2.4 miles awayColumbia Bank
2.4 miles awayHospitals
PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center
4.1 miles awayIsland Hospital
15.8 miles awayPeaceHealth United General Medical Center
17.6 miles awayPharmacies
Walgreens
1.5 miles awayRite Aid
2.6 miles awayHoagland Pharmacy
3.7 miles awayWalmart Pharmacy
6.1 miles awayMedicap Pharmacy
15.3 miles awayDentists
Gentle Dental
1.3 miles awayBellingham Dental Group
2.0 miles awayBayview Dental
2.9 miles awayMeridian Dental Center
4.6 miles awayDrs Kari and Nick Wilson
14.9 miles awayParks
Old Fairhaven Parkway
0.1 miles awayHappy Valley Park
0.1 miles awayInterurban Greenway & Trail
0.2 miles awayConnelly Creek Nature Area
0.3 miles awaySamish Glen Open Space
0.4 miles awayNone Found
Shopping
Harbor Center
3.1 miles awayBellis Fair Mall
4.9 miles awayBlossom Commons
5.6 miles awayGrizzly Commercial Park
6.0 miles awayWiser Lake Business Park
13.4 miles awayCulture
Fire House Performing Arts Center
1.0 miles awayUpFront Theatre
2.6 miles awayAllied Arts
2.6 miles awayMount Baker Theatre
2.7 miles awayMake.Shift Art Space
2.7 miles awayRestaurants
Pizza'zza
1.1 miles awayFujisan Sushi
1.1 miles awayMambo Italiano
1.1 miles awaySkylark's Hidden Cafe
1.2 miles awayFairhaven Dining Hall
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