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Palouse Hills Assisted Living
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Moscow, ID
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Palouse Hills Assisted Living

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Moscow, ID
1401 North Polk Street Moscow, Moscow, ID 83843 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
Palouse Hills Assisted Living accepts Medicaid.
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Overview of Palouse Hills Assisted Living

Palouse Hills Assisted Living and Memory Care is a 60-bed senior living community at 1401 North Polk Street in Moscow, Idaho. Owned by Lakeside Residential Care, Inc., which also operates Lakeside-East in Winchester, the facility is administered by Linda Vestal and has served Latah County since 2018. Located near the University of Idaho, the campus has a Walk Score of 89, providing pedestrian access to central city services.

State oversight is conducted by the Idaho Bureau of Facility Standards. Current data shows a citations-per-inspection rate of 9.6, which is 100% above the Idaho state average. A significant 2021 investigation identified 14 deficiencies, including a resident death linked to inadequate supervision, successful elopements from the secured wing, and the unauthorized use of physical restraints. While a July 2024 follow-up survey noted improvements, it identified recurring issues with medication refrigerator temperatures and missing staff background checks.

The care model coordinates 24-hour staffing for residents requiring Alzheimer’s and dementia care. Clinical services include daily skills assistance and medication management, though past surveys noted gaps in psychotropic medication reviews and timely fall investigations. Medicaid is accepted, offering financial accessibility for eligible seniors in the Palouse region. Pricing is not listed in available data and should be confirmed directly with the community.

The facility provides a residential setting featuring housekeeping, laundry, and daily meals. While the specific list of amenities should be verified with the administrator, the campus provides community spaces designed for socialization and is located approximately 1.5 miles from Gritman Medical Center. Social programming is provided to maintain resident engagement, although historical inspections found that activity consistency was sometimes affected by staff vacancies.

Families considering Palouse Hills Assisted Living should ask the administrator for specific details on the resolution of the 2021 findings, including updated elopement prevention and supervision protocols. During a tour, it is recommended to request the current activity calendar and verify that all staff background checks and medication safety documentations are complete and up to date.

Facility Direct Line (208) 882-3438
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By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities. 60 Rank #67 / 114Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 67th out of 114 homes we track in Idaho for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Idaho facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Idaho that reports data for that category. 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.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Years of operating Info An established community with some operational experience and growing routines. Rank #81 / 117Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 81st out of 117 homes we track in Idaho for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Idaho facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Idaho that reports data for that category. 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.
7 years
Walk Score Info Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk. Rank #5 / 190Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 5th out of 190 homes we track in Idaho for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Idaho facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Idaho that reports data for that category. 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.
89 / 100

About this community

License Details

StatusUnrestricted
IssuanceOctober 1, 2018
License NumberRC-1194

Ownership & Operating Entity

Palouse Hills Assisted Living is administered by Vestal Linda.

Owner NameLakeside Residential Care, Inc (Primary)

Safety & Compliance

Secured Perimeter

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Contact Information

Fax208-743-6990

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Secured Memory Care Unit
24 Hour Care
Specific ProgramsAlzheimer’s care, daily skills assistance, meals, laundry, cleaning, scheduling appointments, transportation

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Inspection History

In Idaho, the Department of Health and Welfare, Bureau of Facility Standards is the state agency tasked with inspecting and licensing assisted living and nursing home facilities.

Since 2021 · 5 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 48 deficiencies 7 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Idaho state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2021 vs. Idaho state average
Overall vs. ID average 2 Worse Metrics worse than Idaho average:
• Total deficiencies (78% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (10% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityID Averagevs. ID Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 4827 This facility has 78% more total deficiencies than a typical Idaho assisted living residence (48 vs. ID avg 27).↑ 78% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 6.96.29 This facility has 10% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Idaho assisted living residence (6.9 vs. ID avg 6.29).↑ 10% worse

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityID Averagevs. ID Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 74 This facility has had 75% more total inspections than the Idaho average (7 vs. ID avg 4). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 75% more
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Info below is compiled from the ID Dept. of Health & Welfare (DHW), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking 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. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home.
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.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
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.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Number of inspections triggered by complaints or allegations. Useful for spotting facilities that receive frequent complaint-driven scrutiny.
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.
Palouse Hills Assisted Living
AL
MC
Moscow Moscow
60
Facility 60
ID AVG 69
Rank #67 / 114
No
89
Facility 89
ID AVG 41
Rank #5 / 190
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7
Facility 7
ID AVG 15
Rank #81 / 117
Vestal Linda-7
1
Facility 1
ID AVG 1
Rank #40 / 90
7
Facility 7
ID AVG 4.1
Rank #76 / 90
48
Facility 48
ID AVG 24
Rank #74 / 86
6.9
Facility 6.9
ID AVG 6.0
Rank #60 / 86
Paradise Creek of Olympus Retirement Living
AL
ADC
IL
Moscow
36
Facility 36
ID AVG 69
Rank #86 / 114
Yes
9
Facility 9
ID AVG 41
Rank #177 / 190
1 Bed / 2 Bed
3
Facility 3
ID AVG 15
Rank #96 / 117
Andersen EmmaOlympus Retirement Living, LLC2
0
Facility 0
ID AVG 1
Rank #1 / 90
2
Facility 2
ID AVG 4.1
Rank #16 / 90
6
Facility 6
ID AVG 24
Rank #12 / 86
3.0
Facility 3.0
ID AVG 6.0
Rank #10 / 86
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Idaho

Palouse Hills Assisted Living is located in Moscow Moscow, Idaho.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Idaho.

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Aged and Disabled Waiver

Idaho Medicaid A&D Waiver

Age 65+ or 18+ with disability
General Idaho 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) (excludes home, car).
ID

Rural areas prioritized; waitlists possible.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day, e.g., bathing, dressing) Respite care (up to 240 hours/year) Adult day care ($55/day) Home modifications ($1,000 avg.)

Idaho Senior Solutions

Idaho Senior Solutions (via AAA)

Age 60+
General Idaho resident, or caregiver of senior.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
ID

Limited funding; focus on rural access.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$55/day) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Personal Care Services Program (PCSP)

Idaho Medicaid State Plan PCS

Age 65+ or disabled
General Idaho resident, Medicaid-eligible, needs help with ADLs (e.g., bathing, eating).
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,020/month (individual), ~$1,470/month (couple).
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home, car).
ID

Less stringent than A&D Waiver; no nursing home-level care requirement.

Benefits
Personal care (~4-6 hours/day, e.g., dressing, meal prep) Light housekeeping Medication management

Medicare Medicaid Coordinated Plan (MMCP)

Idaho MMCP

Age 65+ or disabled
General Idaho resident, dual-eligible (Medicare A/B/D + Medicaid), health needs requiring coordination.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
ID

Available in select counties (e.g., Ada, Canyon); not statewide.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($55/day) Medical care Home health

Idaho Home Choice (Money Follows the Person)

Idaho Home Choice

Age 65+ or disabled
General Idaho resident, Medicaid-eligible, institutionalized 90+ days, intent to return to community.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset limits —
ID

Focus on rural transitions; capped enrollment.

Benefits
Transition services (e.g., moving costs, deposits) Personal care (4-6 hours/day) Home mods ($1,000) Respite (~5 days/year)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Idaho Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Idaho 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).
ID

No waitlist; three tiers based on income.

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

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Idaho NFCSP Respite Care

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

Six AAAs; prioritizes rural, low-income caregivers.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($55/day) Caregiver training

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

Idaho VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Idaho 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
ID

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 Palouse Hills Assisted Living

Who is the owner of Palouse Hills Assisted Living?

Palouse Hills Assisted Living is legally operated by Lakeside Residential Care, Inc (Primary), and administered by Vestal Linda.

Is Palouse Hills Assisted Living in a walkable area?

Palouse Hills Assisted Living has a walk score of 89. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the license number of Palouse Hills Assisted Living?

According to ID state health department records, Palouse Hills Assisted Living's license number is RC-1194.

How long has Palouse Hills Assisted Living been in business?

Palouse Hills Assisted Living has been operating for approximately 7 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Palouse Hills Assisted Living?

No, Palouse Hills Assisted Living has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of Palouse Hills Assisted Living?

Vestal Linda is the administrator of Palouse Hills Assisted Living.

How many beds does Palouse Hills Assisted Living have?

Palouse Hills Assisted Living has 60 beds.

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