North Star Retirement Community
North Star Retirement Community is an Independent Living Home in Idaho
North Star Retirement Community is an Independent Living Home in Idaho
North Star Retirement Community
North Star Retirement Community is an Independent Living Home in Idaho
North Star Retirement Community is an Independent Living Home in Idaho
North Star is an assisted living community catering to independent living, assisted living, and short-term care residents. The upscale retirement home aims to provide an enjoyable lifestyle that promotes convenience and growth. They hope residents discover possibilities where anything can happen at home. North Star strives to provide residents with a home where they feel safe and confident to do more than they can imagine; it’s a home where opportunities await discovery.
As a Stellar Senior Living member, expect the North Star lifestyle to offer essential services and world-class amenities that help with everyday living– housekeeping, transportation, and activities that fill up the calendar; amenities include lounge areas, spacious apartments, and a recreational room.
Home Information
North Star Retirement Community
Years in Business
29
BBB Rating
Rated B-
Community Stability & Environment
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Walk Score
Walk Score in senior living communities measures how easy it is for residents to access essential services and amenities—like grocery stores, parks, pharmacies, and transit—without needing a car.
48
Car-DependentMost errands require a car. Limited nearby destinations. Basic sidewalks but low connectivity. Residents likely drive for groceries, dining, and services.
Facility & Licensing Details
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Primary Contact
Main representative or administrator responsible for the community, as listed in Idaho licensing records.
Ms. Rachel Paulsen
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Business ID
Internal identifier assigned to the licensed business operating in Idaho.
16000799
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BBB ID
Better Business Bureau identifier for this business.
1296
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Date Business Started
The date the business reports it began operations.
February 1, 1996
Operations & Staffing
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Number of Employees
Approximate total headcount (full-time + part-time) where available.
30
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Part-Time Employees
Number of part-time staff assisting with operations, as reported to Idaho regulators.
30
Strong PT staffingAbove-average part-time staffing can improve scheduling flexibility and support peak care times.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
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Types of Care at North Star Retirement Community
Independent Living
Assisted Living
Floor Plans
Places of interest near North Star Retirement Community
479 miles from city center
2340 W Seltice Way, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814
Email:
[email protected]
Phone:
(208) 765-5505
Email:[email protected]
Phone:(208) 765-5505
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Senior Community!
Connect, laugh, and explore — all from the comfort of your home.
Daily Trivia Games
Test your knowledge, have fun, and win friendly bragging rights.
Shared Hobbies & Projects
Team up with others who love gardening, crafts, photography, and writing.
Birthday Celebrations
We honor our members with live shoutouts, music, and cheerful messages.
Story Circles
Share your life stories, lessons, and laughter with friends who truly listen.
Memory Match Mondays
Boost your brain with fun, interactive memory games.
Travel Time Machine
Take virtual tours through Rome, Paris, or America's most beautiful national parks.
Magic Nights
Enjoy weekly live magic shows that surprise and delight.
Pen Pal Connections
Make new friends across the country through letters, stories, and shared memories.
Golden Hour Music Sessions
Sing along to timeless favorites with live performers and themed playlists.
Garden & Nature Club
Watch live garden tours, swap growing tips, and share photos of your blooms.
Gentle Movement & Meditation
Stretch, breathe, and feel good with calming live sessions.
Tech Help Tuesdays
Get hands-on guidance for Zoom, email, or smartphones — no judgment, no stress.
Guides for Better Senior Living
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Comparison Chart
Compare Independent Living around Idaho Falls
Community
Type of Care
Location
Bed Options
Bed #
Pets Allowed
BBB Score
Walk Score
Home Owner
CCN
Occupancy
Home Revenue
North Star Retirement Community
AL
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
IL
For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
Coeur d'Alene
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
N/A
Yes
B-
48
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Fairwinds Sand Creek – Independent Living
AL
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
IL
For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
Idaho Falls
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
N/A
No
N/A
42
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Lincoln Court
AL
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
IL
For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
MC
Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer’s, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
Idaho Falls
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
N/A
Yes
N/A
49
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Morningstar of Idaho Falls
AL
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
IL
For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
MC
Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer’s, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
Idaho Falls
1 Bed / 2 Bed
N/A
Yes
N/A
35
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Tambree Meadows
AL
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
MC
Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer’s, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
RC
Respite Care
Idaho Falls
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
N/A
No
N/A
26
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Claim What’s Yours: Financial Aid for Idaho Seniors
Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Aged and Disabled Waiver
Idaho Medicaid A&D Waiver
- General: Age 65+ or 18+ with disability, 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 Specifics: Rural areas prioritized; waitlists possible.
- Services: 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)
- General: Age 60+, Idaho resident, or caregiver of senior.
- Income Limits: No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
- Asset Limits: Not applicable.
- ID Specifics: Limited funding; focus on rural access.
- Services: 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
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Less stringent than A&D Waiver; no nursing home-level care requirement.
- Services: Personal care (~4-6 hours/day, e.g., dressing, meal prep), light housekeeping, medication management.
Medicare Medicaid Coordinated Plan (MMCP)
Idaho MMCP
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Available in select counties (e.g., Ada, Canyon); not statewide.
- Services: 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
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, Idaho resident, Medicaid-eligible, institutionalized 90+ days, intent to return to community.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
- sset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
- ID Specifics: Focus on rural transitions; capped enrollment.
- Services: 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
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: No waitlist; three tiers based on income.
- Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite
Idaho NFCSP Respite Care
Official government program page
- 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 Specifics: Six AAAs; prioritizes rural, low-income caregivers.
- Services: Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year), adult day care ($55/day), caregiver training.
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
Idaho SCSEP
Official government program page
- General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Idaho resident.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
- Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.
- ID Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents.
- Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits
Idaho VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound
- General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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 Specifics: High veteran demand in rural areas.
- Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living).
Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for Idaho Seniors
Idaho Medicaid A&D Waiver
Aged and Disabled Waiver
Requirements:
General:Age 65+ or 18+ with disability, 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 Specifics:Rural areas prioritized; waitlists possible.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: 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 (via AAA)
Idaho Senior Solutions
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+, Idaho resident, or caregiver of senior.
- Income Limits:No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
- Asset Limits:Not applicable.
- ID Specifics:Limited funding; focus on rural access.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: In-home respite (4-6 hours/day), adult day care (~$55/day), transportation (~5 trips/month).
Idaho Medicaid State Plan PCS
Personal Care Services Program (PCSP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics:Less stringent than A&D Waiver; no nursing home-level care requirement.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (~4-6 hours/day, e.g., dressing, meal prep), light housekeeping, medication management.
Idaho MMCP
Medicare Medicaid Coordinated Plan (MMCP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics:Available in select counties (e.g., Ada, Canyon); not statewide.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), adult day care ($55/day), medical care, home health.
Idaho Home Choice
Idaho Home Choice (Money Follows the Person)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled, Idaho resident, Medicaid-eligible, institutionalized 90+ days, intent to return to community.
- Income Limits (2025):~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
- sset Limits:$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
- ID Specifics:Focus on rural transitions; capped enrollment.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Transition services (e.g., moving costs, deposits), personal care (4-6 hours/day), home mods ($1,000), respite (~5 days/year).
Idaho Medicare Savings Program
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics:No waitlist; three tiers based on income.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Idaho NFCSP Respite Care
National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite
Requirements:
- 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 Specifics:Six AAAs; prioritizes rural, low-income caregivers.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year), adult day care ($55/day), caregiver training.
Idaho SCSEP
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Idaho resident.
- Income Limits (2025):~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
- Asset Limits:Not specified; income-focused.
- ID Specifics:Priority for veterans, rural residents.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
Idaho VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound
VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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 Specifics:High veteran demand in rural areas.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living).
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