Affinity at Bellingham

    3930 Affinity Lane, Bellingham, WA, 98226
    4.5 · 11 reviews
    • Independent living
    AnonymousLoved one of resident
    4.0

    Beautiful, active community but expensive

    I loved the place at first sight - bright, brand-new looking, very clean with lots of common spaces, balconies/patios, and nice amenities (saltwater pool/hot tub, movie theater, woodworking shop, bar area). Staff and volunteers were friendly and helpful, activities are abundant and often resident-run (potlucks, happy hour, exercise classes, outings), and maintenance usually responsive. It's independent living only - you have to cook for yourself - which ruled it out for my sister. There's a waiting list and strict first-come-first-serve policies (I missed an email). It's pleasantly vibrant but expensive, with extra utility charges for multi-occupancy and occasional service cutbacks (amenities suspended in the pandemic, some equipment broken), so consider affordability and lack of on-site medical/meals before committing. Overall I liked it a lot but couldn't justify the cost for our needs.

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    4.55 · 11 reviews

    Overall rating

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    5. 1
    • Care

      4.5
    • Staff

      4.8
    • Meals

      1.5
    • Amenities

      3.7
    • Value

      3.0

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    About Affinity at Bellingham

    Affinity at Bellingham sits at 3930 Affinity Ln in the Meridian neighborhood, close to shops, medical offices, and places to visit, which means folks can do plenty without traveling far, and you'll probably find people enjoying the nearby Bellingham Golf and Country Club or heading down to the harbor for waterfront activities. This building is for older adults who want to live mostly on their own, though it does also offer assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and options that help as needs and health change over time, so whether someone's just retired or dealing with memory loss, there's different support levels here all in one place. The apartments come with fully equipped kitchens, big living rooms, private patios or balconies, and senior-friendly bathrooms, which some people appreciate because it feels homey and easy to get around, and the wide floor plans are there for folks who need a bit more space. The community is known for having a big, heated indoor saltwater pool, a hot tub, a spa area, and a state-of-the-art fitness center, so staying active isn't much of a problem here, and there's also a private gym if someone prefers working out with fewer people around. You'll see people taking part in hobby clubs or hanging out in the movie theater, billiards room, card room, crafts studio, workshop, or internet café, and there's a BBQ area and dog park for those warmer days when being outside feels nice. Residents can join community events and organized programs, like themed parties or club meetings, plus there's always scheduled activities that keep people active and help them make new friends, and the place really tries to give people enough things to do that life never gets too quiet unless that's how they want it. Building maintenance, security, and all utilities including cable and wifi are part of the package, meaning less to worry about from month to month, and the staff work to make sure everything stays comfortable and safe, but there's no feeling of being watched or managed all the time. Legal protections ensure fair treatment for everyone, including people of all gender identities, orientations, and income sources, and the goal here is to give people a worry-free place to live where they can age in place, relax or stay busy, and enjoy time with neighbors however they like.

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