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Senior Living Apartments in Whatcom County, WA

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Senior apartments in Whatcom County foster a welcoming, lively environment for independent, aging adults looking to live among others in the same stage of life. They’re typically designed with senior safety in mind, with features like accessible parking, elevators, and wheelchair ramps. The cost of a senior apartment in Whatcom County is around $2,333 per month. To find the best senior apartment for your budget and needs, browse listings of 26 senior apartments in Whatcom County, read 84 reviews, and learn about amenities and social events.

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Senior Apartments Facilities near Whatcom County, WA

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Extremely clean facility with incredible staff. Incredible sense of community and the director [name removed] went above and beyond to ensure our entire family felt welcome and taken care of
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
Avista Ferndale is a small assisted living community with a big heart. At the core of our community is our wonderful staff who will go out of the way to meet the needs and wishes of each resident. We are located in the small town of Ferndale, Washington, just eight miles north of Bellingham. We...
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My father was happy there. They cared about him but the other residents were really lovely and he loved being in their company. I would recommend to others. It's clean. Staff is kind and caring. He loved the...
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
Not All Assisted Living Is Created EqualFor those looking for exceptional senior living in the Great Northwest, you need look no farther. Your future favorite senior living community provides assisted living for seniors in historic Bellingham, known for its vibrant art scene, historic waterfront...
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I've been here for 2 years and I just love it here everyone is so friendly. The management works hard at keeping the residents happy and the place in good shape!
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Vintage at Mount Vernon is a senior housing community in Mount Vernon, Skagit County, WA. Mount Vernon is located in western WA, near Skagit Bay and in between Seattle and Vancouver. It is a piece of Pacific Northwest heaven here, with abundant natural resources and mountain views. There is...
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They showed me one apartment before I moved in and it seemed big enough at the time but once I moved in I realized I needed a two bedroom. I was advised I would have to wait a year before I could move. They...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Vintage at Arlington is for those that are 55 w Disability and 62 years and older.Our staff has over 20 years combined experience in senior care. Vintage at Arlington is a controlled access building conveniently located near shopping, medical facilities including a hospital, bus line and...
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They do not offer meals at WoodRose as it is an independent living community. My dad has not yet started participating in any of the activities offered. The staff are helpful and friendly. They keep the...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
WoodRose Apartments offers independent living without sacrificing the quality of life enjoyed by people 62 years of age or older. WoodRose is a beautifully appointed apartment community designed exclusively for you with privacy, safety and convenience in mind. Our building is access controlled...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Hamilton Place is a senior housing community located in Bellingham, Whatcom County, WA. Bellingham, which is the northernmost city in the contiguous United States, is known for its magnificent scenery and its lively culture of outdoor recreation. The city hosts a vast number of annual events and...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome to Cedar Pointe Apartments a 55+ apartment community located in beautiful Arlington, Washington. Just minutes from the Freeway, Tulalip Casino, Outlet Mall, and many other convenient shopping locations. Currently offering spacious new 1 and 2 bedroom apartment homes featuring granite...
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.

Cost of senior apartments in Whatcom County, WA

The average cost of senior living in Whatcom County is $2,333 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Glacier, WA with an average of $1,314 per month.

Senior apartments costs in Whatcom County, WA, vs. nearby counties

Whatcom County, WA
$2,333/mo
$2,299/mo
$1,409/mo

Senior apartments costs in Whatcom County, WA, vs. state and national averages

Whatcom County, WA
$2,333/mo
U.S. national average
$1,320/mo

Senior apartments costs in Whatcom County, WA, vs. other senior living options

$5,140/mo
Senior Apartments
$2,333/mo

Senior apartments costs in Whatcom County, WA, by floor plan type

Studio
$5,628/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,900/mo

Senior living costs in Whatcom County vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Whatcom County, WA
Column state: Washington
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWhatcom County, WAWashingtonU.S.
Senior Apartments$2,333/mo$1,272/mo$1,320/mo
Assisted Living$4,952/mo$5,292/mo$4,707/mo
Memory Care$5,140/mo$5,142/mo$4,941/mo
Independent Living$3,749/mo$4,149/mo$4,156/mo
Senior Apartments
Whatcom County, WA:$2,333/mo
Washington:$1,272/mo
U.S.:$1,320/mo
Assisted Living
Whatcom County, WA:$4,952/mo
Washington:$5,292/mo
U.S.:$4,707/mo
Memory Care
Whatcom County, WA:$5,140/mo
Washington:$5,142/mo
U.S.:$4,941/mo
Independent Living
Whatcom County, WA:$3,749/mo
Washington:$4,149/mo
U.S.:$4,156/mo
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about senior apartments in Whatcom County

Recent reviews for senior apartments in Whatcom County

The Vintage at Mount Vernon

5.0
I've had a great experience here so far, I'd recommend this place highly! You get quite a lot for what you pay here, they are "apartment homes" so each unit has a small fully equipped kitchen, and a washer and dryer. The complex also has a gym, billiard room, and a great room for ...
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Avista Ferndale

4.8
Comments: staff is great - caring and kind and efficient. The garden is big and beautiful. My dog can go off leash as it is totally secure.

Brookdale Fairhaven in Bellingham, WA

5.0
Great place. My dad loves it there. They offer; Bathing medicine physical therapy transport dressing food housekeeping laundry

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Avista Ferndale, Brookdale Fairhaven and The Vintage at Mount Vernon are the top-rated senior apartments facilities near Whatcom County, Washington. See full list of communities.

There are 26 senior apartments facilities near Whatcom County, Washington. See the full list.

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