At Home Assisted Living
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Missoula, MT
At Home Assisted Living
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Missoula, MT
At Home Assisted Living has been part of Missoula, Montana’s senior care landscape for 21 years now, operating out of 1300 Speedway Ave under administrator Dorothy Cantrell. It’s a small operation, just 20 beds, which puts it on the more intimate end of the spectrum compared to larger assisted living communities.
Getting around the neighborhood without a car isn’t really an option. The Walk Score here is 4, firmly in car-dependent territory, so residents and anyone visiting should plan on driving for errands and outings rather than walking them.
On the care side, staff are on-site and available 24/7, which matters most in the moments families worry about most: emergencies, falls, sudden health changes. Two specific supports stand out: residents managing diabetes get help monitoring insulin levels, and those with limited mobility receive hands-on assistance with transfers, like moving from a bed to a wheelchair. They’re the kind of daily, physical support that often determines whether someone can safely stay in assisted living instead of stepping up to skilled nursing.
Montana’s Department of Public Health and Human Services handles inspections here, and those inspections have tended to center on a familiar set of areas: medication management, staffing and staff credentials, and care planning and documentation. That’s a fairly standard regulatory focus across the assisted living sector, not something specific to how this community stands out.
What At Home Assisted Living adds up to is a small, established assisted living community built around hands-on daily support, particularly for residents managing chronic conditions like diabetes or navigating mobility limitations. It’s a place shaped less by amenities and more by consistent, present staffing, which will matter most to families whose loved one needs that kind of steady, physical support day to day.
20-bed community Rank #88 / 103Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 88th 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.
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
21 years in operation Rank #8 / 91Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 8th 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.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 4 / 100 Rank #144 / 149Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 144th 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.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
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About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
IssuanceFebruary 6, 2025
License Number13251
At Home Assisted Living is administered by Dorothy Cantrell.
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 2015 · 11 years of data
These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
166 deficiencies
30 inspections
Inspection Scorecard
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 2015 vs. Montana state average
Overall vs. MT average
1 Worse
Metrics worse than Montana average:
• Total deficiencies (690% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
• Total deficiencies (690% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | MT Average | vs. MT Avg |
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 166 | 21 | This facility has 690% more total deficiencies than a typical Montana assisted living residence (166 vs. MT avg 21).↑ 690% worse |
Inspections
| This Facility | MT Average | vs. MT Avg |
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Total inspections
Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility.
| 30 | 7 | This facility has had 329% more total inspections than the Montana average (30 vs. MT avg 7). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 329% more |
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3.7 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Missoula's city center to At Home Assisted Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 3.08 miles to nearest hospital (Providence St. Patrick Hospital)
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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.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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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.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Formal complaint investigations counted in the state record—distinct from every routine licensure inspection.
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How many inspections had one or more deficiencies recorded. Compare to total inspections to see how often problems were found on visit.
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Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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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.
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| The Village Senior Residence | AL IL MC | Missoula | 117
Facility
117
MT AVG
70
Rank
#13 / 103 | Yes |
49
Facility
49
MT AVG
45
Rank
#69 / 149 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 2
Facility
2
MT AVG
7
Rank
#35 / 91 | - | , | 12 | 4
Facility
4
MT AVG
3
Rank
#57 / 73 | 8
Facility
8
MT AVG
3.4
Rank
#65 / 73 | 15
Facility
15
MT AVG
21
Rank
#34 / 59 | 1.3
Facility
1.3
MT AVG
3.0
Rank
#26 / 59 |
| The Living Centre | AL IL NH SNF | Stevensville | 50
Facility
50
MT AVG
70
Rank
#61 / 103 | No |
38
Facility
38
MT AVG
45
Rank
#89 / 149 | - | 12
Facility
12
MT AVG
7
Rank
#20 / 91 | A+ | Leanne Becker | 6 | 4
Facility
4
MT AVG
3
Rank
#57 / 73 | 6
Facility
6
MT AVG
3.4
Rank
#58 / 73 | 15
Facility
15
MT AVG
21
Rank
#34 / 59 | 2.5
Facility
2.5
MT AVG
3.0
Rank
#43 / 59 |
| Missoula Health and Rehabilitation Center | AL MC NH RC SNF | Missoula (Upper Rattlesnake) | 49
Facility
49
MT AVG
70
Rank
#62 / 103 | No |
13
Facility
13
MT AVG
45
Rank
#128 / 149 | - | 17
Facility
17
MT AVG
7
Rank
#16 / 91 | - | Rebecca Davis | 3 | 1
Facility
1
MT AVG
3
Rank
#34 / 73 | 3
Facility
3
MT AVG
3.4
Rank
#39 / 73 | 37
Facility
37
MT AVG
21
Rank
#53 / 59 | 12.3
Facility
12.3
MT AVG
3.0
Rank
#58 / 59 |
| At Home Assisted Living | AL IL MC | Missoula | 20
Facility
20
MT AVG
70
Rank
#88 / 103 | No |
4
Facility
4
MT AVG
45
Rank
#144 / 149 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 21
Facility
21
MT AVG
7
Rank
#8 / 91 | A+ | Dorothy Cantrell | 30 | 21
Facility
21
MT AVG
3
Rank
#73 / 73 | 21
Facility
21
MT AVG
3.4
Rank
#73 / 73 | 166
Facility
166
MT AVG
21
Rank
#59 / 59 | 5.5
Facility
5.5
MT AVG
3.0
Rank
#53 / 59 |
| Rosetta Assisted Living – Missoula | AL | Missoula (Westside) | 17
Facility
17
MT AVG
70
Rank
#90 / 103 | No |
53
Facility
53
MT AVG
45
Rank
#62 / 149 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 2
Facility
2
MT AVG
7
Rank
#35 / 91 | - | Ashely Torbett | 5 | 3
Facility
3
MT AVG
3
Rank
#48 / 73 | 1
Facility
1
MT AVG
3.4
Rank
#16 / 73 | 3
Facility
3
MT AVG
21
Rank
#13 / 59 | 0.6
Facility
0.6
MT AVG
3.0
Rank
#13 / 59 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about At Home Assisted Living
Is At Home Assisted Living in a walkable area?
At Home Assisted Living has a walk score of 4. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
What is the license number of At Home Assisted Living?
According to MT state health department records, At Home Assisted Living's license number is 13251.
How long has At Home Assisted Living been in business?
At Home Assisted Living has been operating for approximately 21 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at At Home Assisted Living?
No, At Home Assisted Living has a no-pet policy.
Who is the administrator of At Home Assisted Living?
Dorothy Cantrell is the administrator of At Home Assisted Living.
How many beds does At Home Assisted Living have?
At Home Assisted Living has 20 beds.
Has At Home Assisted Living had any deficiencies?
At Home Assisted Living has had 166 reported deficiencies since 2015 according to records from Montana Dept. of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS).
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