Avalon Healthcare Bellingham
Nursing Home · Bellingham, WA
CMS certification number505296
Contact & location
3121 Squalicum ParkwayBellingham, WA 98225
Whatcom County
- Phone
- (360) 734-6760
- ZIP code
- 98225 – all care providers
Facility details
- Certified beds
- 105
- Residents per day
- 66.4 (63% occupied)
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Legal name
- Avalon Care Center - Bellingham LLC
- Chain
- Avalon Health Care (16 facilities, avg 3.4★)
- Medicare certified since
- March 1, 1986
- Participates in
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Council
- Resident council
CMS star ratings
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from payroll data. More hours generally mean more time for each resident.
- Total nurse staffing
- 4.50 (state 4.37 · U.S. 3.86)
- Registered nurses (RN)
- 1.21 (state 0.94 · U.S. 0.69)
- Licensed practical nurses
- 0.80 (state 0.77 · U.S. 0.86)
- Nurse aides
- 2.50 (state 2.66 · U.S. 2.32)
- Weekend total
- 3.84 (state 3.81 · U.S. 3.42)
- Nursing staff turnover
- 52.3 (state 45.1 · U.S. 45.8)%
- RN turnover
- 41.2 (state 45.4 · U.S. 42.9)%
- Administrators who left
- 0 in the last year
Inspections
- Last standard inspection
- December 5, 2025
- Health deficiencies (last cycle)
- 10.0 (state 16.1 · U.S. 9.3)
- From complaints
- 0
- Citations on record (3 years)
- 29 health · 14 fire safety · includes actual harm
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-12-05 | Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. F0688 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-01-05 |
| 2025-12-05 | Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function. F0605 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-01-05 |
| 2025-12-05 | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted F0655 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-01-05 |
| 2025-12-05 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. F0684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-01-05 |
| 2025-12-05 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. F0686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-01-05 |
| 2025-12-05 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. F0689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-01-05 |
| 2025-12-05 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. F0695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-01-05 |
| 2025-12-05 | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. F0761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-01-05 |
| 2025-12-05 | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. F0883 · Infection Control Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-01-05 |
| 2025-12-05 | Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status. F0887 · Infection Control Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-01-05 |
| 2025-04-24 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. F0686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
G Actual harm |
Corrected 2025-05-15 |
| 2025-01-13 | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. F0580 · Resident Rights Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-01-29 |
| 2024-12-06 | Ensure the activities program is directed by a qualified professional. F0680 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-01-03 |
| 2024-12-06 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. F0684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-01-03 |
| 2024-12-06 | Give the resident's representative the ability to exercise the resident's rights. F0551 · Resident Rights Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-01-03 |
| 2024-12-06 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. F0656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-01-03 |
| 2024-12-06 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. F0677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-01-03 |
| 2024-12-06 | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. F0690 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-01-03 |
| 2024-09-03 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. F0689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
G Actual harm |
Corrected 2024-09-19 |
| 2024-09-03 | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. F0583 · Resident Rights Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-09-17 |
| 2024-09-03 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. F0610 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-09-19 |
| 2024-03-25 | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. F0584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-04-09 |
| 2024-01-11 | Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home. F0882 · Infection Control Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-02-01 |
| 2024-01-11 | Let each resident or the resident's legal representative access or purchase copies of all the resident's records. F0573 · Resident Rights Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-02-01 |
| 2024-01-11 | Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months. F0636 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-02-01 |
| 2024-01-11 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. F0658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-02-01 |
| 2024-01-11 | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. F0697 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-02-01 |
| 2024-01-11 | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. F0757 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-02-01 |
| 2024-01-11 | Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident. F0825 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-02-01 |
Severity letters A–L combine how widespread a problem was (isolated, pattern, widespread) with how serious (from potential for minimal harm to immediate jeopardy). How to read inspection results
Fines & penalties
1 penalty in the last three years, including $32,298 in fines.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-04-24 | Fine | $32,298 |
Ownership & management
| Name | Role | Since |
|---|---|---|
| Avalon Health Care INC (organization) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Avalon Health Care Management INC (organization) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Avalon Holdco Equities, L.L.C. (organization) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Avalon Holding INC (organization) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Avalon Real Estate LLC (organization) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Hash, Alan (individual) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Hyrum a Kirton Individual TR (organization) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Johnson, Allen (individual) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| K-Team LLC (organization) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Kirton, Byron (individual) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Kirton, Hyrum (individual) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Kirton, Spencer (individual) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Nelson, Melissa (individual) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Peacehealth (organization) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Spencer K Kirton Individual TR (organization) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| The Byron a Kirton Individual TR (organization) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Avalon Holdco Equities, L.L.C. (organization) | Direct Ownership Interest · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Avalon Health Care INC (organization) | Indirect Ownership Interest · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Avalon Holding INC (organization) | Indirect Ownership Interest · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Hyrum a Kirton Individual TR (organization) | Indirect Ownership Interest · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| K-Team LLC (organization) | Indirect Ownership Interest · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Kirton, Byron (individual) | Indirect Ownership Interest · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Kirton, Hyrum (individual) | Indirect Ownership Interest · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Kirton, Spencer (individual) | Indirect Ownership Interest · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Spencer K Kirton Individual TR (organization) | Indirect Ownership Interest · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| The Byron a Kirton Individual TR (organization) | Indirect Ownership Interest · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Dangerfield, David (individual) | Managing Control - Governing Body · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Kirton, Byron (individual) | Managing Control - Governing Body · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Kirton, Hyrum (individual) | Managing Control - Governing Body · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Kirton, Spencer (individual) | Managing Control - Governing Body · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Woltil, Robert (individual) | Managing Control - Governing Body · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Avalon Health Care Management INC (organization) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Avalon Holding INC (organization) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Hash, Alan (individual) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Johnson, Allen (individual) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Kirton, Hyrum (individual) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Nelson, Melissa (individual) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE |
Frequently asked questions
What is the rating of Avalon Healthcare Bellingham?
Avalon Healthcare Bellingham has a 5-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services on a scale of 1 to 5, compared with a 3.2-star average in Washington.
How many beds does Avalon Healthcare Bellingham have?
It has 105 certified beds and cares for about 66 residents per day.
Has Avalon Healthcare Bellingham been fined?
Yes. CMS lists 1 penalty totaling $32,298 in the last three years.
Who owns Avalon Healthcare Bellingham?
It is part of Avalon Health Care and is classified as for profit - corporation. See the ownership table above for all owners and managers reported to CMS.
What is the phone number of Avalon Healthcare Bellingham?
(360) 734-6760. The facility is located at 3121 Squalicum Parkway, Bellingham, WA 98225.
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Source: CMS Care Compare, August 2026. Information is provided as published by CMS; verify details directly with the facility.