Christian Health Care Center
855 Aaron Drive · Lynden, WA · 98264 · 3603544434
122 certified beds Non profit - Corporation
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
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Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 5 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.80 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 1.30 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 4.17 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 40% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $33,970 |
Inspection citations (11 in the current record)
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Actual harm · G May 27, 2025
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected June 20, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E May 27, 2025
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected June 20, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D May 27, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected July 9, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 27, 2025
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected June 20, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E May 27, 2025
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.
Corrected July 9, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E May 27, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected July 9, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E May 27, 2025
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected July 9, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E May 27, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected July 9, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D August 21, 2024
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected September 16, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D August 21, 2024
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected September 16, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D April 13, 2023
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected May 8, 2023 · Infection Control
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| May 27, 2025 | Fine | $33,970 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 505406 · certified since January 1, 1992. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.