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Mission Ridge
Assisted Living & Independent Living · Billings, MT
Exterior view of a senior living facility with well-kept landscaping Cozy dining area with a table and paintings Comfortable private resident room with a bed and window Outdoor lounge area with comfortable seating Cozy bedroom with floral bedding and bookcase Cozy resident room with floral bedding and light decor

Mission Ridge

Assisted Living & Independent Living · Billings, MT
3840 Rimrock Rd, Billings, MT 59102 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Mission Ridge

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Mission Ridge is an assisted living community in Billings, Montana, set on Rimrock Road about five miles from the city center. It is part of the St. John’s senior living family, which connects it to an established regional network of senior care. The community is designed for older adults who want help with everyday activities while keeping a comfortable, apartment-style home of their own.

Housing options include one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments, and the private units come with a balcony or patio along with an in-unit washer and dryer. This is a mid-size, three-story community with 70 beds, a scale that often allows for a steady daily routine and familiar faces among staff and neighbors. For families, that middle ground can strike a nice balance between personal attention and the range of shared spaces a larger building can offer.

Residents are supported by a 24-hour emergency call system, and the community provides transportation services along with fitness and recreation options to help with both errands and daily engagement. Pets are welcome, which can be an important comfort for someone moving from a longtime home.

State inspections have most often noted documentation and recordkeeping matters, along with minor housekeeping and safety items, rather than concerns about direct resident care, and no complaints were substantiated. The setting is car-dependent, with a Walk Score of 9 out of 100, so most outings involve a drive, which makes the community’s own transportation service a practical everyday feature.

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By The Numbers

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Bed count Info A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities. 70 Rank #45 / 103Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 45th out of 103 homes we track in Montana for bed count. 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Montana 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 A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs. Rank #35 / 91Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 35th out of 91 homes we track in Montana for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Montana 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 Montana 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.
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Walk Score Info Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options. Rank #136 / 149Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 136th out of 149 homes 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 cover every community we track in Montana 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.
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
IssuanceSeptember 3, 2023
License Number12579

Ownership & Operating Entity

Mission Ridge is administered by Mark Wagstaff.

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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.

Since 2017 · 9 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 8 deficiencies 2 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, 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.

Since 2017 vs. Montana state average
Overall vs. MT average 1 Worse Metrics worse than Montana average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (2% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Montana average:
• Total deficiencies (65% below)

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

This FacilityMT Averagevs. MT Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 823 This facility has 65% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Montana assisted living residence (8 vs. MT avg 23).↓ 65% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 4.03.94 This facility has 2% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Montana assisted living residence (4 vs. MT avg 3.94).↑ 2% worse

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 inspections conducted at this facility. 25 This facility has had 60% fewer total inspections than the Montana average (2 vs. MT avg 5). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 60% fewer
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What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Address 5.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Billings's city center to Mission Ridge'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 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. 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.
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.
Formal complaint investigations counted in the state record—distinct from every routine licensure inspection.
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.
MorningStar Senior Living of Billings
AL
MC
Billings
106
Facility 106
MT AVG 70
Rank #18 / 103
Yes
18
Facility 18
MT AVG 45
Rank #118 / 149
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
12
Facility 12
MT AVG 7
Rank #20 / 91
A+,8
13
Facility 13
MT AVG 3
Rank #71 / 73
8
Facility 8
MT AVG 3.5
Rank #67 / 73
29
Facility 29
MT AVG 21
Rank #47 / 59
3.6
Facility 3.6
MT AVG 4.2
Rank #38 / 59
St. John‘s United
AL
HC
HOS
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Billings
104
Facility 104
MT AVG 70
Rank #21 / 103
Yes
6
Facility 6
MT AVG 45
Rank #141 / 149
Private Rooms
1
Facility 1
MT AVG 7
Rank #62 / 91
-Karna Rhodes4
0
Facility 0
MT AVG 3
Rank #1 / 73
4
Facility 4
MT AVG 3.5
Rank #41 / 73
33
Facility 33
MT AVG 21
Rank #51 / 59
8.3
Facility 8.3
MT AVG 4.2
Rank #55 / 59
Mission Ridge
AL
IL
Billings
70
Facility 70
MT AVG 70
Rank #45 / 103
Yes
9
Facility 9
MT AVG 45
Rank #136 / 149
1 Bed / 2 Bed
2
Facility 2
MT AVG 7
Rank #35 / 91
-Mark Wagstaff2
0
Facility 0
MT AVG 3
Rank #1 / 73
2
Facility 2
MT AVG 3.5
Rank #31 / 73
8
Facility 8
MT AVG 21
Rank #25 / 59
4.0
Facility 4.0
MT AVG 4.2
Rank #44 / 59
St. John‘s United WyndStone
AL
IL
MC
Billings (Heights)
36
Facility 36
MT AVG 70
Rank #75 / 103
No
3
Facility 3
MT AVG 45
Rank #145 / 149
1 Bed / 2 Bed
1
Facility 1
MT AVG 7
Rank #62 / 91
-Kailee Noyes2
0
Facility 0
MT AVG 3
Rank #1 / 73
2
Facility 2
MT AVG 3.5
Rank #31 / 73
3
Facility 3
MT AVG 21
Rank #13 / 59
1.5
Facility 1.5
MT AVG 4.2
Rank #8 / 59
Your Home Away From Home Assisted Living
AL
RC
Billings (Heights)
8
Facility 8
MT AVG 70
Rank #101 / 103
No
15
Facility 15
MT AVG 45
Rank #123 / 149
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
2
Facility 2
MT AVG 7
Rank #35 / 91
-Jessica Robinson1
0
Facility 0
MT AVG 3
Rank #1 / 73
1
Facility 1
MT AVG 3.5
Rank #14 / 73
1
Facility 1
MT AVG 21
Rank #2 / 59
1.0
Facility 1.0
MT AVG 4.2
Rank #2 / 59
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Montana

Mission Ridge 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).
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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
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 Mission Ridge

Is Mission Ridge in a walkable area?

Mission Ridge has a walk score of 9. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Mission Ridge?

According to MT state health department records, Mission Ridge's license number is 12579.

How long has Mission Ridge been in business?

Mission Ridge has been operating for approximately 2 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Mission Ridge?

Yes, Mission Ridge allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of Mission Ridge?

Mark Wagstaff is the administrator of Mission Ridge.

How many beds does Mission Ridge have?

Mission Ridge has 70 beds.

Has Mission Ridge had any deficiencies?

Mission Ridge has had 8 reported deficiencies according to records from Montana Dept. of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS).

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