MT BAKER CARE CENTER
2905 CONNELLY AVENUE, BELLINGHAM, WA 98225 · CCN 505376
Ratings
- Overall
- ★★★★★ 5
- Health inspection
- ★★★★★ 5
- Quality measures
- ★★★★☆ 4
- Staffing
- ★★★★★ 5
Facility
- Ownership type
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Certified beds
- 70
- Avg residents/day
- 55.4
- Phone
- 3607344181
Inspection history vs Washington & national averages
Cycle 1 is the most recent standard health inspection. Lower total deficiency counts are better.
| Cycle | Inspection date | This facility | Washington avg | National avg | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2025-07-02 | 6 | 17.0 | 9.5 | -11.0 better |
| 2 | 2024-04-12 | 8 | 17.2 | 9.8 | -9.2 better |
| 3 | 2023-01-07 | 5 | 15.5 | 9.3 | -10.5 better |
Cycle 1 deficiencies by category
| Category | Deficiencies |
|---|---|
| Abuse, neglect, exploitation | 1 |
| Quality of life and care | 2 |
| Resident assessment and care planning | 1 |
| Pharmacy service | 1 |
| Infection control | 1 |
Staffing (hours per resident per day)
| Metric | This facility | Turnover |
|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staffing (reported) | 5.30 | 40.0% |
| RN staffing (reported) | 1.23 | 31.6% |
| Total nurse staffing (adjusted) | 4.53 | — |
Fines & penalties
- Total fines
- $0
- Number of fines
- 0
- Number of penalties
- 0
- Payment denials
- 0
Chain
- Chain
- REGENCY PACIFIC MANAGEMENT
- Facilities in chain
- 27
- Chain avg overall
- 3.60 / 5
Inspection citations (19)
- DF0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.2026-01-07 · Health · corrected 2026-02-20
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0605Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.2025-07-02 · Health · corrected 2025-07-31
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.2025-07-02 · Health · corrected 2025-07-31
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.2025-07-02 · Health · corrected 2025-07-31
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0757Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.2025-07-02 · Health · corrected 2025-07-31
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.2025-07-02 · Health · corrected 2025-07-31
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0637Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition2024-04-12 · Health · corrected 2024-05-10
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.2024-04-12 · Health · corrected 2024-05-10
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.2024-04-12 · Health · corrected 2024-05-10
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0692Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.2024-04-12 · Health · corrected 2024-05-10
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0699Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.2024-04-12 · Health · corrected 2024-05-10
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.2024-04-12 · Health · corrected 2024-05-10
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0760Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.2024-04-03 · Health · corrected 2024-05-01
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.2024-03-04 · Health · corrected 2024-04-07
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.2023-01-07 · Health · corrected 2023-02-15
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0760Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.2023-01-07 · Health · corrected 2023-02-15
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0791Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.2023-01-07 · Health · corrected 2023-02-15
Potential for more than minimal harm
- FF0801Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.2023-01-07 · Health · corrected 2023-02-15
Potential for more than minimal harm
- FF0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.2023-01-07 · Health · corrected 2023-02-15
Potential for more than minimal harm
Ownership
| Owner | Type | Role | Percent | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLAY, JAMES | Individual | 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | 50% | 1998-07-28 |
| CLAY MANAGEMENT GROUP LLC | Organization | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | — | 2014-04-01 |
| CLAY, JAMES | Individual | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | — | 2003-11-11 |
| REIS-ELBARA, CATHERINE | Individual | W-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEE | — | 2014-04-01 |
Other facilities in BELLINGHAM
| Name | Overall | Beds |
|---|---|---|
| HIGHLAND HEALTH AND REHABILITATION OF CASCADIA | ★★★★☆ | 44 |
| Avalon Healthcare Bellingham | ★★★★☆ | 105 |
| ALDERWOOD PARK HEALTH AND REHAB OF CASCADIA | ★★★☆☆ | 102 |
| North Cascades Health and Rehabilitation | ★★☆☆☆ | 122 |
| SHUKSAN REHABILITATION AND HEALTH CARE | ★☆☆☆☆ | 52 |
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, Nursing Home Care Compare files (processed 2026-03-01). Citations show the 3 most recent inspection cycles.