Overview of The Iris Senior Living

The Iris Senior Living community provides world class hospitality and care for retirees. With an emphasis on independent living, services are catered to the residents, ensuring compassionate and dignified care all around. The retirement home is filled with an abundance of opportunities waiting to be discovered, ensuring to help each one fulfill a purposeful life. The Iris is the home where residents are nurtured and about to explore a new chapter in their lives.

Life at Iris is centered around a range of personalized care services such as 24-hour nursing staff, medication management, incontinence care, ADLs, housekeeping and laundry services, mobility assistance, and emotional and behavioral management. 

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Bed community size
83-bed community Rank #38 / 106Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 38th out of 106 homes in Montana. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Montana facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
48 years in operation Rank #1 / 89Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1st out of 89 homes in Montana. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Montana facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 74 / 100 Rank #20 / 159Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 20th out of 159 homes in Montana. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Montana facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeRetirement Homes
StatusCurrent
IssuanceJuly 27, 2025
ExpirationJuly 26, 2028
License Number31465

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Iris Senior Living is administrated by Kathy Kuntz.

Profit StatusFor-Profit

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactMs. Denise Warren, Interim CEO

Memory & Specialized Care

1 service
No Alzheimer's certification

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Inspection History

In Montana, the Department of Public Health and Human Services, Quality Assurance Division is the state body responsible for inspecting and licensing all senior residential care facilities.

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

Overall vs. MT average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 Better Metrics better than Montana average:
• Total inspections (40% below)
Latest Inspection May 23, 2025 Renewal Inspection no issues found

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

This FacilityMT Averagevs. MT Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 35 This facility has 40% fewer total inspections than a typical Montana assisted living residence (3 vs. MT avg 5).↓ 40% better

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 425 / 601 / 702 / 835 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for The Iris Senior Living

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Places of interest near The Iris Senior Living

Address 1.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Great Falls's city center to The Iris Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.5 miles to nearest hospital (Great Falls Vet Center)

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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Montana

The Iris Senior Living is located in Great Falls, 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).
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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
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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.
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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).
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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.
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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
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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 The Iris Senior Living

Is The Iris Senior Living in a walkable area?

The Iris Senior Living has a walk score of 74. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the license number of The Iris Senior Living?

According to MT state health department records, The Iris Senior Living's license number is 31465.

When does The Iris Senior Living's license expire?

According to MT state health department records, The Iris Senior Living's license expires on July 26, 2028.

Does The Iris Senior Living operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

The Iris Senior Living is registered as a for-profit in MT.

Who is the administrator of The Iris Senior Living?

Kathy Kuntz is the administrator of The Iris Senior Living.

How many beds does The Iris Senior Living have?

The Iris Senior Living has 83 beds.

Are there photos of The Iris Senior Living?

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