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4.1 from 76 reviews
5 stars
44
4 stars
17
3 stars
4
2 stars
4
1 stars
7
Louisa Place Costs & Pricing
Louisa Place presents a competitive pricing structure for its residential offerings, with monthly costs that are notably higher than the average in Whatcom County but align closely with state averages. For instance, a studio apartment at Louisa Place is priced at $4,164, surpassing the county's typical cost of $3,604 while remaining slightly above the state average of $4,126. Similarly, the one-bedroom unit is offered at $6,292, which stands in stark contrast to Whatcom County's lower rate of $3,801 and only slightly exceeds Washington's statewide figure of $4,632. This positioning suggests that while Louisa Place may carry a premium relative to local options, it reflects the unique value and amenities provided within its environment.
Floor plans
Louisa Place
Whatcom County
Washington
Studio
$4,164
$3,604
$4,128
1 Bedroom
$6,292
$3,801
$4,634
Assisted Living communities with a similar price nearby
Staff members consistently feel caring and attentive to residents and families.
Across many reviews, residents and families describe staff as compassionate, professional, and willing to accommodate needs. Several reviewers mention clear communication and responsiveness around care, and a number of people describe the team as treating residents like family. A few reviews also point to staff enthusiasm and ongoing efforts to keep residents engaged and supported.
common8 reviews mention this
Food and dining get mixed reviews
Dining is a frequent talking point, with residents describing both strong meals and occasional disappointments.
Some reviewers praise the food and restaurant-style dining experience, and others describe dining areas that look clean and well set up. A few reviews note that the food was not a good fit for their loved one, while another describes a kitchen change that followed complaints. The dining picture also lines up with the community offering restaurant-style dining and meals with special dietary options in their service details.
common15 reviews mention this
Activities and social time matter
Many residents stay engaged with frequent activities and a social feel.
Multiple reviews highlight a busy schedule of activities, including gatherings and resident social time. Several people describe the community as home-like and intimate, with residents appearing happy and finding ways to connect. A couple of reviews also note limited accessibility to amenities for residents who need more help, but overall the activities theme is a consistent positive thread.
common2 reviews mention this
Security and cleanliness stand out
Reviews mention a secure setting and a generally clean, well-kept environment.
Some reviewers describe the building as secure, including locked entrances that require communication to get in. A small number also mention cleanliness and safety measures they observed during tours. Together, these comments reinforce a focus on keeping residents safe and the facility maintained.
caveat13 reviews mention this
Cost and care continuity raise concerns
Several reviews raise concerns about billing, medication timing, and staffing consistency.
Some families report problems with medication being delayed or not handled as expected, along with concerns about how medication-related updates are communicated. Others describe billing issues such as overcharging, unexpected increases, or refund delays, including one review that says issues were later resolved. Staffing continuity comes up repeatedly as well, with reviewers mentioning turnover, short staffing at times, and care being affected by those disruptions.
How we summarize
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Features
Housing
47 resident community capacity
1-bedroom apartments
Studio apartments
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Amenities
Activities off-site
Activities on-site
Beautician on-site
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Devotional services off-site
Devotional services on-site
Dining room
Financial aid
Financing advice
Fully furnished
Garden
Ground floor units
Home sale assistance
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Kitchenette
Laundry
Move-in coordination
Outdoor common areas
Outdoor space
Overnight guests
Respite or short term stays offered
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
TV room
Telephone
VA Benefits Consultation
Wheelchair accessible showers
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Bellingham International (5 miles away)
Transportation & parking
Care Services
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Coordination with health care providers
Diabetes diet
Diabetic care
Incontinence care
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Personal care assistants
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Dining
Diabetes diet
Kosher
Low / no sodium
Low fat
Meals provided
Renal
Restaurant style dining
Special dietary restrictions
Vegetarian
Activities
Activities off-site
Activities on-site
Art classes
Arts and crafts
Book club
Community-sponsored activities
Cooking club
Devotional activities offsite
Devotional activities on-site
Educational speakers / life long learning
Games
Gardening club
Happy hour
Karaoke
Live musical performances
Religious services
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Stories
Stretching classes
Tai Chi
Trivia games
Wine tasting
Yoga / chair yoga
Languages Spoken
English
Nearby Places of Interest
Located in Ferndale, Washington, this area offers a variety of amenities and services for seniors looking to enjoy a comfortable and convenient lifestyle. With a range of restaurants nearby such as Taco Time NW and Hilltop Restaurant & Catering, residents have plenty of dining options to choose from. In terms of transportation, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Bellingham International Airport are within close proximity for easy travel access. Medical care is easily accessible with several physicians' offices, hospitals like PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center, and pharmacies like Walmart Pharmacy in the vicinity. For recreational activities, there are cafes such as Starbucks and parks like Elizabeth Park and Birch Bay State Park where seniors can relax and enjoy the outdoors. Overall, this part of Ferndale provides a welcoming environment with a good mix of amenities for seniors to consider for their living needs.
Restaurants
Taco Time NW (1.1 miles)
McDonald's (1.4 miles)
Hilltop Restaurant & Catering (5.3 miles)
Five Guys Burgers & Fries (5.9 miles)
Franz Bakery Outlet Store (5.9 miles)
Jack In The Box (6 miles)
Wendy's (6.3 miles)
Transportation
Enterprise Rent-A-Car (4.9 miles)
Bellingham International Airport (BLI) (4.9 miles)
U-Haul Moving & Storage (6.1 miles)
WTA Cordata Station (6.4 miles)
Physicians
Sally Newbrough MD (5.7 miles)
PeaceHealth Medical Group Cordata Main (5.7 miles)
Peace Health Medical Center - Cordata South (5.7 miles)
Bellingham Eye Physicians PS (5.8 miles)
Bellingham Eye Physicians (5.8 miles)
Sea Mar Community Health Center (5.9 miles)
Mt Baker Imaging (6.1 miles)
Hospitals
Option Care (5.8 miles)
Mount Baker Imaging (7.5 miles)
Mount Baker Kidney Center (7.6 miles)
Peacehealth St Joseph Child Birth Center (7.9 miles)
Louisa Place presents a competitive pricing structure for its residential offerings, with monthly costs that are notably higher than the average in Whatcom County but align closely with state averages. For instance, a studio apartment at Louisa Place is priced at $4,164, surpassing the county's typical cost of $3,604 while remaining slightly above the state average of $4,126. Similarly, the one-bedroom unit is offered at $6,292, which stands in stark contrast to Whatcom County's lower rate of $3,801 and only slightly exceeds Washington's statewide figure of $4,632. This positioning suggests that while Louisa Place may carry a premium relative to local options, it reflects the unique value and amenities provided within its environment.
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47 resident community capacity
1-bedroom apartments
Assisted Living
Activities off-site
Beautician on-site
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Devotional services off-site
Dining room
Financial aid
Fully furnished
Garden
Ground floor units
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Kitchenette
Laundry
Move-in coordination
Outdoor common areas
Overnight guests
Respite or short term stays offered
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wheelchair accessible showers
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Bellingham International (5 miles away)
Transportation & parking
24-hour call system
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Diabetic care
Incontinence care
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Art classes
Book club
Cooking club
Educational speakers / life long learning
Games
Happy hour
Karaoke
Live musical performances
Stretching classes
Trivia games
Wine tasting
English
Small, personalized setting with 24/7 supervision and memory care options.
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