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Assisted living costs in Birch Bay average about $4,701 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 41 communities in Birch Bay. Our detailed directory has 130 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: 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.
Maple Park Adult Family Home is a senior care home that is located in the historical city of Lynden, WA and in Whatcom county. Lynden is named after the Nooksak Indian Village and was historically founded by Holden and Phoebe Judson. The serene Nooksak River runs throughout the southern part of...
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.
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My mother has lived at Lynden Manor for over 5 years. We chose this facility as a family based on recommendations of friends and some familiarity of other assisted living services available in Whatcom...
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.
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Cost of assisted living in Birch Bay, WA

The average cost of senior living in Birch Bay is $4,701 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sumas, WA with an average of $4,539 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Birch Bay, WA vs. nearby cities

Birch Bay, WA
$4,701/mo
$4,899/mo
$4,734/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Birch Bay, WA vs. the state and national average

Birch Bay, WA
$4,701/mo
U.S. national average
$4,655/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Birch Bay vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,701/mo
$4,810/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Birch Bay, WA by room type

Semi-Private
$6,895/mo
Studio
$5,424/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,093/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,100/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,950/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Birch Bay over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Birch Bay, WA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Birch Bay.

What families are saying about assisted living in Birch Bay

Recent reviews for assisted living in Birch Bay

Astoria Retirement Residence in Port Coquitlam, BC

4.8
Love Astoria! From the first steps in the door we knew this was the place for Dad. The decor, the facilities, the rooms, and especially the friendliness, both of staff and residents, made Astoria stand out above all other residences. The staff bent over backwards to accommodate us and make Dad ...
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Guildford Seniors Village in Surrey, BC

5.0
I have been able to spend some weeks at the Guildford Seniors Village during the past year as a respite resident. It's one of the best places around for respite care. Well-located in the downtown part of Guildford, it's a clean and secure environment with delicious meals, excellent staff, and ...
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Dufferin Care Center in Coquitlam, BC

4.0
I placed a family member at Dufferin Care Centre on a private pay basis. Unfortunately, the patient needed more attention than was provided, continually getting out of bed at all times of the night. As well, the other patients seemed to be more severely affected by dementia and inability to ...
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Birch Bay assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Birch Bay assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Birch Bay, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Birch Bay assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Birch Bay that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
39.3%
52.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
28.6%
33.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
39.3%
56.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
17.9%
30.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
28.6%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
35.7%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Birch Bay assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Birch Bay Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
32.1%
51.4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
17.9%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
32.1%
41.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Birch Bay assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Birch Bay partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17.9%
27.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
39.3%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
39.3%
37.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.7%
35.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.7%
15.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Birch Bay assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Birch Bay communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
35.7%
31.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.6%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
32.1%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.9%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Birch Bay assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Birch Bay offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
35.7%
46.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17.9%
31.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
30.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35.7%
49.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
39.3%
49.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.4%
52.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.7%
41.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.6%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.1%
37.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39.3%
46.7%
Live performances
Live performances
39.3%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
21.4%
30%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10.7%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.9%
45.8%
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State regulations for assisted living in Birch Bay

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Washington assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Birch Bay protect seniors.

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