Frequently Asked Questions:

Q.What financial options do you have available for Chateau St. Laurent?
A.We offer a wide array of flexible financial options. We will customize a monthly rent and fully Refundable Entry Fee that is right for you. You can change your plan and rename your rent at any time. From our fully Refundable Entry Fee program to our Month-to-Month option, only Chateau at Bothell Landing allows you to enjoy retirement on your own financial terms.
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Q.What is a Refundable Entry Fee?
A.Our Refundable Entry Fee is a one time, up-front payment that covers the rent or housing portion of living at Chateau St. Laurent.  It is fully refunded to you or your heirs. The amount is set before you move in, depending on the apartment home you choose, and ensures you need never worry about increasing rent and housing costs for as long as you live at Chateau St. Laurent.
Q.How much of the Entry Fee is refundable?
A.Whether you choose our 100% Refundable Entry Fee or our 50% Plan, the entire amount of your Entry Fee is refunded to you and your family.
Q.What are the benefits of a Refundable Entry Fee?
A.The entry fee significantly reduces your regular expenses by eliminating the “rent” portion of your monthly fees for as long as you live here.  This helps preserve your assets and offers a safe place to put your money to work for you.
Q.Where is my money held while I live here?
A.The Refundable Entry Fee will initially be used to pay down the construction loan for Chateau St. Laurent.
Q.What do you do with the money after the construction loan is paid off?
A.The money is held in a trust account with Wells Fargo Bank and will be returned to you or your estate once you move out.
Q.How is my Refundable Entry Fee deposit secured?
A.Chateau St. Laurent is unique in that your Refundable Entry Fee is secured by a Wells Fargo second deed of trust on the property.
Q.Do you do a financial screening?
A.Yes. We ask you to complete a Residency Application which discloses both financial and health information prior to making a 10% deposit of your Refundable Entry Fee.
Q.Are any financial safety nets in place to protect my ability to live at Chateau St. Laurent for as long as possible?
A.Yes. Should your expenses exceed your monthly income, you may draw against your Entry Fee to supplement your monthly income. You also have the option of changing to any one of our three financial models while living at Chateau St. Laurent. The financial disclosure process required prior to move in enables us to have a reasonably good idea under what conditions this might occur, and we will review this option on a case by case basis.
Q.Can I use my Long Term Care Insurance at Chateau St. Laurent?
A.Yes. Long Term Care Insurance (LTC) can be used to pay for care services at Chateau St. Laurent. Every LTC policy is different – we do not try to interpret the terms of your policy but urge you to consult your insurance carrier to understand the provisions of your policy.
Q.What spectrum of care services do you offer?
A.At Chateau St. Laurent, a full spectrum of care is available. In addition to independent living, we are licensed to provide in-house assisted living services under the program direction of our company RN. As a Fee-For-Service CCRC, we will arrange for you to receive skilled care services if and when you need it.
Q.Will I have to move as my care needs increase?
A.No. Chateau St. Laurent is committed to meeting your care needs in the comfort of your home, without ever necessitating a move. Our assisted living services are provided in the comfort of your own home, as well as the nursing care we arrange for you should you need it. At Chateau St. Laurent, you never need to move into an on-campus nursing home, as is the case with many traditional CCRCs.
Q.How many meals are included in my monthly fee?
A.We offer 35 meals per month which can be used in our restaurant-style dining room and at our bistro. We want you to enjoy what you want, when you want it, so we offer multiple dining options all day long for a quick bite on the go or a more formal experience.
Q.What else does the monthly fee cover?
A.Weekly housekeeping and linen service, 24-hour staffing and emergency communication system, recreational and social programs, membership at the Northshore Senior Center, use of all amenities including our indoor swimming pool, scheduled transportation, laundry facilities, maintenance, cable TV, and all utilities except for telephone.
Q.Do you provide transportation?
A.Yes. In addition to scheduled air-conditioned bus transportation to doctor appointments, shopping trips, bank errands and excursion activities, we provide an individualized concierge town-car service with advance notice.
Q.What kind of parking is available?
A.We offer a free valet parking service to residents of Chateau St. Laurent. Additionally, there are garage, covered and paved parking spots available.
Q.Do you allow pets?
A.Yes! We know how important pets can be and will gladly accommodate cats and dogs within limits.
Q.What are some of the community and neighborhood attractions surrounding Chateau St. Laurent?
A.In addition to being across the street from the nationally renowned Northshore Senior Center, we are easy walking distance to charming downtown Bothell with its many boutique shops, restaurants, banks and services. Additionally, our location along the rolling Sammamish Riverfront affords easy access to the Sammamish River Walking Trail, Bothell Landing, museums and points of interest. The University of Washington Bothell campus also offers free tuition to students over the age of 60 under their Access program. To learn more, click on the Our Neighborhood tab on this website.