About Assisted LivingAssisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.Complete guide to assisted livingBest of 2024 Assisted Living Winners
About Memory CareMemory 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. Complete guide to memory careBest of 2024 Memory Care Winners
About Independent LivingIndependent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to independent livingBest of 2024 Independent Living Winners
About Senior LivingSenior living is a term used to describe various housing and care options for older adults from maintenance-free, 55+ facilities for active seniors, to secure, fully staffed facilities for seniors with Alzheimer's or dementia.
Complete guide to senior livingFind senior living facilities near you
About Nursing HomesNursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.Complete guide to Nursing Homes
About Home Care Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home. Complete guide to home careBest of 2024 Home Care Winners
About Senior ApartmentsSenior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to Senior Apartments
About Care HomesResidential 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.Complete guide to care homes
Veteran ResourcesVA benefits for long-term care, such as Aid and Attendance benefits, can help eligible veterans and their surviving spouses pay for senior care.Guide to VA benefits for long-term care
More About Veterans Benefits
Senior Living Awards
How Our Service Works
Caregiver ResourcesAdd Review(866) 374-4058
Talk to a local advisor for FREE
10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Ferndale, WA
Assisted living costs in Ferndale average about $4,636 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 13 communities in Ferndale. Our detailed directory has 170 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.
As you explore assisted living near you, you may also want to consider assisted living options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Bellingham, Blaine and Lynden.
Ferndale Assisted Living Facilities | 170 Reviews
Showing 11 communities
Last Updated: 12/20/24
Sort by
Filter by
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
88 Photos available
9.5
Review score
38 reviews
I am happy content and well cared for. My meds are delivered accurately and on schedule. Staff is happy and very competent as well as friendly and caring.
Provides: Assisted 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.
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...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
1919 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
8.9
Review score
29 reviews
I recommend Cordata Court- it's been great for my mother-in-law. The staff is helpful and kind (although there have been a few changeovers with Director and Recreation Director). Housekeeping could be a bit...
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.
Cordata Court offers U.S. News award-winning independent senior living, assisted living and memory care services in a luxury setting in the beautiful Bellingham, Washington area. Our campus is ideally located to take advantage of mountain views, nearby recreation in both Washington and Canada as...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
88 Photos available
1010 Floor plans available
8.5
Review score
35 reviews
My parents only had a short, one month, stay at Spring Creek. Their healthcare needs weren't really a good match for the services provided there. My dad, especially, didn't have the mobility to have the...
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.
Looking for an exceptional senior living community?Well, you’ve found it. When you combine an exceptional lifestyle, ready-made friends and outstanding service, the result is what we callRetirement Perfected™Welcome to Bonaventure Retirement, Assisted Living & Memory Care Community Life is...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
88 Photos available
7.3
Review score
34 reviews
[name removed] loved the care center and the patients and workers. We were pleased with the quality of care and the caregivers. No place is like being "home" and it takes time to adjust but we would...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
The Bellingham at Orchard is a dedicated memory care community in Bellingham, Washington. Bellingham is a thriving city located a few hours north of Seattle and is the northernmost city in the United States. Boasting stunning scenic views, convenient access to Vancouver and Seattle, fine...
66 Photos available
5 star
84%
4 star
8%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
8%
I could give this place 6 stars out of 5, I would. As far as I can tell, things seem to be going very well. The staff interacts with me and my wife very well. She lives here and I live across the street, so...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
The Bellingham community was designed from the ground up specifically to deliver life-enriching care to as many as 80 residents through our innovative blend of compassion and clinical excellence. The property is truly at home in the environment of Bellingham, featuring a large expanse of outdoor...
5 star
36%
4 star
13%
3 star
13%
2 star
13%
1 star
25%
This is a fantastic community. They have so many activities for the residents to choose from. They will even take the residents to lunch and rides around town. The staff is always super friendly to the...
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.
“Providing loving care from the Heart” Our dementia cottage is cozy and intimate, and each person who enters out cottage, receives a “Best Friend” – someone to go on this most difficult journey of dementia with your loved one. Best Friends spend time with their resident. They keep a scrap...
5 star
70%
4 star
20%
3 star
0%
2 star
10%
1 star
0%
My father in law has been at Orchard Park for one year and has grown to love it there. He will do his won thing and they are there to support him. The nurses in charge always take what I have to say and then...
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.
An 82 unit Assisted Living facility, Orchard Park provides accommodation to clients ranging from those totally independent to those requiring 24-hour care. Staff includes Licensed Nurses 24 hours a day. Apartments range from studio to 2-bedroom/2-bath up to 860 square feet. All are fully...
5 star
0%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Welcome to Alabama Hill Adult Family Home. In this rapidly evolving sector of the health care industry, we are continually setting new standards in preserving the dignity and quality of life of our residents. We are very proud of our facilities and commitment to care. Our reputation has been...
Our free advisors can help
- Compare local facilities
- Determine care type
- Schedule tours
- Evaluate pricing
5 star
33%
4 star
33%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
34%
My mom has been at this facility for a few years. She is treated very well. She is fed lovely meals, and the home is clean and comfortable. The staff are very kind.
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Viewing 1-11 out of 11 communities
Cost of assisted living in Ferndale, WA
The average cost of senior living in Ferndale is $4,636 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Laurel, WA with an average of $4,456 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Ferndale, WA vs. nearby cities
Ferndale, WA
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Ferndale, WA vs. the state and national average
Ferndale, WA
U.S. national average
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Ferndale vs. other types of senior living
Assisted Living
Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Ferndale, WA by room type
Semi-Private
Studio
1 Bedroom
2 Bedroom
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
Average cost of Assisted Living in Ferndale over time
Ferndale, WAWA stateNational
Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Ferndale, 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 Ferndale.
Private income options in Washington
Find ways to combine private income sources to pay for assisted living.
VA benefits in Washington
Learn how ample VA benefits can help veterans and their spouses pay for assisted living.
Medicare and Medicaid in Washington
Consider Medicaid and/or Medicare to reduce assisted living costs.
What families are saying about assisted living in Ferndale
Recent reviews for assisted living in Ferndale
Cordata Court in Bellingham, WA
4.3
My parents have adjusted well to assisted living and like the staff. The place isn't perfect but I feel as if my parents are in good care.
Avista Ferndale
4.4
I would recommend Louisa Place for someone who needs someone to care for their loved one.
The care was very good, although they were a little short staffed at times so my father had to wait. That was not the caregivers fault, as they did the best they could with what they had. I also know it's ...
Read more
Spring Creek by Bonaventure in Bellingham, WA
4.9
The staff at Spring Creek are all very kind and helpful. Communication with the family is clear and concise, on time, and not overburdened. The move in process was super smooth. The meals are adequate, but I'm a cook so I may be biased. My mom says they are tasty meals! I would recommend Spring ...
Read more
Ferndale review score based on 27 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 27 reviews of 11 Ferndale assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Ferndale review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores
Ferndale review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Ferndale assisted living
When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 27 reviews of 11 Ferndale assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Ferndale resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.Ferndale, WA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.4
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
3.7
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.1
Value for cost*
4.0
4.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
Ferndale assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ferndale assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ferndale, 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 Ferndale 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 Ferndale that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Ferndale, WANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
81.8%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
27.3%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
72.7%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27.3%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
54.5%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
90.9%
53%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Ferndale 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 Ferndale Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Ferndale, WANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
81.8%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
54.5%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
72.7%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
36.4%
13.6%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ferndale 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 Ferndale partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ferndale, WANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.2%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
63.6%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
63.6%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
72.7%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
27.3%
14.3%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select dining options in Ferndale 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 Ferndale communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ferndale, WANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
45.5%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
54.5%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
54.5%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
36.4%
17.8%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select programs and activities in Ferndale 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 Ferndale offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ferndale, WANational
Activity director
Activity director
54.5%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
45.5%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.3%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
72.7%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
63.6%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
72.7%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
54.5%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
54.5%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
54.5%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
54.5%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
54.5%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
36.4%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
9.1%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
63.6%
45.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
State regulations for assisted living in Ferndale
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 Ferndale protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Avista Ferndale, Cordata Court and Spring Creek by Bonaventure are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Ferndale, Washington. See full list of communities.
There are 13 assisted living facilities near Ferndale, Washington. See the full list.
More questions?
Ask an A Place for Mom local advisor at no cost.
Assisted Living in Cities Near Ferndale
- Bellingham, Washington
- Blaine, Washington
- Lynden, Washington
- Birch Bay, Washington
- Sumas, Washington
- Orcas, Washington
- Maple Falls, Washington
- Lummi Island, Washington
- Indian Village, Washington
- South Beach, Washington
- Custer, Washington
- Everson, Washington
- Welcome, Washington
- Blue Canyon, Washington
- Goshen, Washington
- Agate Bay, Washington
- Clipper, Washington
- Acme, Washington
- Comar, Washington
- Mountain View, Washington
More options near Ferndale, Washington
The information contained on this page is for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute medical, legal or financial advice or create a professional relationship between A Place for Mom and the reader. Always seek the advice of your health care provider, attorney or financial advisor with respect to any particular matter, and do not act or refrain from acting on the basis of anything you have read on this site. Links to third-party websites are only for the convenience of the reader; A Place for Mom does not endorse the contents of the third-party sites.
Back to top