Sweetwater Retirement Community
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Billings, MT

Sweetwater Retirement Community

Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Billings, MT

Overview of Sweetwater Retirement Community

Sweetwater Retirement Community offers the best retirement living options in Montana, catering to both assisted and independent living for seniors. The accommodations are spacious and luxurious, with options like townhome villas for those who prefer a little more space. But Sweetwater Retirement Community doesn’t just stop at providing comfortable living spaces. They also have a calendar of events that is thoughtfully crafted to cater to the interests of all residents, ensuring that each day is filled with exciting activities and events.
The community boasts a wide array of top-notch amenities, including a wellness center, library, chapel, theater, garage, billiards room, and private dining room. The meals served in the dining area are not only delicious but also home-cooked, adding a personal touch to each resident’s experience. And who doesn’t love a visit to the ice cream parlor for a sweet treat on a sunny afternoon?

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #45 / 85Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 45th out of 85 assisted living communities we track in Montana for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Montana facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Montana that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
35 / 100
BBB Rating Info An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
A+ Not Accredited
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About this community

Safety & Compliance

Emergency SystemsYes
Safety FeaturesEmergency response system

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Additional Policies & Features

Minimum Age55+
HousekeepingYes
Utilities IncludedYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Salon
Chapel
Transportation
Housekeeping
Wellness Center
Activities
Wellness Program
Branded ProgramsPrimrose Life Enrichment, Telehealth for Seniors
Specific ProgramsCompany Home, Wasilla, Rogers, Pueblo, Decatur, Anderson, Kokomo, Mishawaka, Newburgh, Council Bluffs, Midland, Jefferson City, Kansas City, Sedalia, Billings, Grand Island, Findlay, Lancaster, Lima
Religious Services

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Address 4.5 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Billings's city center to Sweetwater Retirement Community's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Info below is compiled from the MT Dept. of Public Health & Human Services (DPHHS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
How many inspections had one or more deficiencies recorded. Compare to total inspections to see how often problems were found on visit.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
St. John‘s United
AL
HC
HOS
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Billings
104
Facility 104
MT AVG 61
Rank #12 / 66
Yes
6
Facility 6
MT AVG 40
Rank #78 / 85
Private Rooms
2
Facility 2
MT AVG 7
Rank #24 / 59
-Karna Rhodes4
4
Facility 4
MT AVG 3.5
Rank #37 / 62
33
Facility 33
MT AVG 21
Rank #45 / 51
8.3
Facility 8.3
MT AVG 4.2
Rank #48 / 51
Mission Ridge
AL
CCRC
IL
Billings
70
Facility 70
MT AVG 61
Rank #24 / 66
Yes
9
Facility 9
MT AVG 40
Rank #73 / 85
1 Bed / 2 Bed
2
Facility 2
MT AVG 7
Rank #24 / 59
-Mark Wagstaff2
2
Facility 2
MT AVG 3.5
Rank #27 / 62
8
Facility 8
MT AVG 21
Rank #24 / 51
4.0
Facility 4.0
MT AVG 4.2
Rank #40 / 51
St. John‘s United WyndStone
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
Billings (Heights)
36
Facility 36
MT AVG 61
Rank #42 / 66
No
3
Facility 3
MT AVG 40
Rank #82 / 85
1 Bed / 2 Bed
1
Facility 1
MT AVG 7
Rank #39 / 59
-Kailee Noyes2
2
Facility 2
MT AVG 3.5
Rank #27 / 62
3
Facility 3
MT AVG 21
Rank #12 / 51
1.5
Facility 1.5
MT AVG 4.2
Rank #8 / 51
Your Home Away From Home Assisted Living
AL
RC
Billings (Heights)
8
Facility 8
MT AVG 61
Rank #64 / 66
No
15
Facility 15
MT AVG 40
Rank #63 / 85
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
2
Facility 2
MT AVG 7
Rank #24 / 59
-Jessica Robinson1
1
Facility 1
MT AVG 3.5
Rank #12 / 62
1
Facility 1
MT AVG 21
Rank #2 / 51
1.0
Facility 1.0
MT AVG 4.2
Rank #2 / 51
Sweetwater Retirement Community
AL
IL
MC
RC
Billings (West End)-No
35
Facility 35
MT AVG 40
Rank #45 / 85
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Montana

Sweetwater Retirement Community is located in Billings, Montana.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Montana.

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Big Sky Waiver

Montana Medicaid Big Sky Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General Montana resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
MT

Rural state; limited providers in some areas.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.) Meals ($6/meal)

Montana Community First Choice

MT CFC

Age 65+ or disabled
General Montana resident, Medicaid- eligible.
Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, Medicaid threshold
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
MT

Less intensive than waiver; rural focus.

Benefits
Personal care (up to 40 hours/month) Homemaker services Respite (varies)

Big Sky Rx

Montana Big Sky Rx

Age 65+ or disabled
General Montana resident, enrolled in Medicare Part D, income below limit.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (individual), ~$3,380/month (couple).
Asset Limits Not assessed.
MT

Covers up to $38.75/month premium; statewide via AAAs.

Benefits
Prescription drug premium assistance (~$465/year) Reducing out-of-pocket costs

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Montana Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Montana resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
MT

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Montana Caregiver Support Program (via NFCSP)

Montana Caregiver Support Program

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Montana resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
MT

10 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($50/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Montana VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Montana resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
MT

High veteran demand in rural areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Frequently Asked Questions about Sweetwater Retirement Community

What neighborhood is Sweetwater Retirement Community in?

Sweetwater Retirement Community is in the West End neighborhood of Billings.

Is Sweetwater Retirement Community in a walkable area?

Sweetwater Retirement Community has a walk score of 35. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Are pets allowed at Sweetwater Retirement Community?

No, Sweetwater Retirement Community has a no-pet policy.

Are there photos of Sweetwater Retirement Community?

Yes — there are 3 photos of Sweetwater Retirement Community in the photo gallery on this page.

What levels of care does Sweetwater Retirement Community provide?

Sweetwater Retirement Community offers Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care.

What is the address of Sweetwater Retirement Community?

Sweetwater Retirement Community is located at 3140 Sweet Water Dr, Billings, MT 59102.

What is the phone number of Sweetwater Retirement Community?

(406) 651-8111 will put you in contact with the team at Sweetwater Retirement Community.

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