Absaroka Senior Living
Assisted Living · Cody, WY

Overview of Absaroka Senior Living

Tucked away in the charming neighborhood of Cody, WY, Absaroka Senior Living is a welcoming senior living community that offers comprehensive assisted living services. Residents can choose from a variety of thoughtfully designed apartments ranging from studios, deluxe studios, one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments. Round the clock care team availability and apartment call system ensures residents’ peace of mind, knowing that support and assistance is always available.

Fostering connections and vibrant living experiences, the community conducts an array of social and recreational activities and programs tailored to residents’ interests, hobbies, and learning goals. Residents’ leisure and enjoyment are guaranteed with amenities such as vibrant recreation and activity spaces, large outdoor courtyard, and beauty/barber shop on-site. Housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation, and transportation are handled by a dedicated team to ensure residents lead a carefree and convenient life.

(307) 527-7080
Bed community size
51-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 33 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
88%
Higher than the Wyoming average: 74.2%
Occupied beds
45 / 51
Average residents per home in Wyoming 54 per day

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusActive
ExpirationDecember 31, 2026
CountyPark
License Number15398

Ownership & Operating Entity

Absaroka Senior Living is administrated by Vinnie Messina.

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible
Emergency Systems24-hour apartment call system, emergency response system.
Safety FeaturesFall prevention, fire safety and sprinkler systems.

Staffing

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

Leadership

Director of NursingErin Bartel

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Contact Information

Fax307-527-7084

Additional Policies & Features

Admission CriteriaWyoming state admission requirements include a personal interview, assessment, and physician report.
Minimum Age55
HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes
Utilities IncludedYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Private Apartments With Kitchenette And Bath Area
Large Outdoor Courtyard
Recreation And Activity Spaces
Beauty/Barber Shop On-Site
Washer/Dryer Available For Personal Use
Pet Friendly
Grounds Maintenance
Resident And Guest Parking
Specific ProgramsWyoming Assisted Living Requirements, Assisted Living & Amenities, Dining Services, Careers with Absaroka

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionDining services provide a constantly changing menu featuring fresh, high-quality ingredients, mostly prepared from scratch.

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 372 / 390 / 397 / 654 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Types of Care at Absaroka Senior Living

Assisted Living

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Inspection History

In Wyoming, the Department of Health, Healthcare Licensing and Surveys is the regulatory authority that conducts unannounced inspections and manages quality reports for all licensed facilities.

Since 2025 · 1 year of data 4 deficiencies

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

Since 2025 vs. Wyoming state average
Overall vs. WY average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Wyoming average:
• Total deficiencies (73% below)
• Deficiencies per year (73% below)
Latest Inspection October 8, 2025 Life Safety

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

MetricThis FacilityWY Averagevs. WY Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 415 This facility has 73% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Wyoming assisted living residence (4 vs. WY avg 15).↓ 73% better
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2025. 415 This facility has 73% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Wyoming assisted living residence (4 vs. WY avg 15).↓ 73% better

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

The most recent inspection on October 8, 2025, identified deficiencies related to fire safety, including inadequate fire alarm notification devices, missing fire damper inspections, insufficient staff education on the emergency plan, and incomplete emergency drill documentation. Earlier inspections were not provided for comparison, so it is unclear whether these issues represent a new or ongoing pattern. No fines, enforcement actions, or complaint investigations were listed in the available reports. The main themes of deficiencies involved fire safety equipment maintenance and emergency preparedness training. Without additional reports, no clear trend of improvement or decline can be determined.

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Wyoming

Absaroka Senior Living is located in Cody, Wyoming.
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Community Choices Waiver

WY Medicaid CCW

Age 65+ or disabled
General Wyoming 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).
WY

Sparse population; rural access focus.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Wyoming Home Services

WY Home Services

Age 60+
General Wyoming resident, at risk of nursing home.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $5,000 individual
WY

Limited funding; rural emphasis.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Older Americans Act (OAA) Services

Wyoming OAA Services

Age 60+
General WY resident; no income/asset limits.
Income Limits (2025) None; donations encouraged.
Asset Limits Not assessed.
WY

Includes Meals on Wheels; serves ~10,000 annually; rural emphasis.

Benefits
Meals (~$5-$7/meal) Transportation Homemaker services (~4 hours/week) Respite (~5 days/year) Legal aid

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Wyoming Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General WY 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).
WY

Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

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

Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP)

Wyoming LIEAP

Age 60+ prioritized
General WY resident, low-income household.
Income Limits (2025) ~$3,970/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
WY

Covers gas, electric, wood; emergency aid available; serves ~15,000 households.

Benefits
Heating aid ($300-$1,000/season) Emergency aid ($500 max)

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Wyoming National Family Caregiver Support Program

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; WY resident; 2+ ADLs.
Income Limits (2025) No strict cap; prioritizes low-income ~$24,980/year
Asset Limits Not assessed.
WY

Covers Big Horn, Carbon, Converse, Fremont, Goshen, Hot Springs, Laramie, Natrona, Washakie; serves ~1,000 annually.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

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

Wyoming VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General WY resident, wartime service, 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
WY

High rural veteran use; supports care costs.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs

Property Tax Refund Program

Wyoming Property Tax Refund Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General WY resident 5+ years, homeowner/renter, paid property taxes/rent.
Income Limits (2025) ~$22,500/year (individual in high-cost counties), ~$18,000 (low-cost); $36,000/$28,800 (couples).
Asset Limits Not assessed beyond income.
WY

Refunds up to $900 (homeowners) or 50% rent paid; serves ~5,000 annually.

Benefits
Tax refund (~$200-$900/year avg.)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Wyoming SFMNP

Age 60+
General WY resident, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,322/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
WY

Vouchers (~$50/season); serves ~5,000 annually.

Benefits
Vouchers (~$50/season) for produce at farmers’ markets

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Frequently Asked Questions about Absaroka Senior Living

Who is the Director of Nursing at Absaroka Senior Living?

Erin Bartel is the Director of Nursing at Absaroka Senior Living.

Is Absaroka Senior Living in a walkable area?

Absaroka Senior Living has a walk score of 33. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Absaroka Senior Living?

According to WY state health department records, Absaroka Senior Living's license number is 15398.

When does Absaroka Senior Living's license expire?

According to WY state health department records, Absaroka Senior Living's license expires on December 31, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at Absaroka Senior Living?

Absaroka Senior Living's occupancy is 88%.

What is the best email address for Absaroka Senior Living?

The team at Absaroka Senior Living can be reached at [email protected].

Who is the administrator of Absaroka Senior Living?

Vinnie Messina is the administrator of Absaroka Senior Living.

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