Avista Senior Living Twin Falls
Avista Senior Living Twin Falls
Overview of Avista Senior Living Twin Falls
Avista Senior Living Twin Falls is a 45-bed assisted living and respite community located at 1800 Harrison Street North in Twin Falls, Idaho. Managed by Twin Falls AL, LLC and administered by Tamra Watson, the facility has operated under an unrestricted state license since 2023. The campus is highly accessible, featuring a Walk Score of 90 and central proximity to city services.
The Idaho Bureau of Facility Standards regulates the community, which does not receive a CMS star rating. Between 2023 and 2025, three inspections yielded a citations-per-inspection rate of 1.7, which is 72% below the state average. While an initial 2023 survey noted administrative documentation gaps, a subsequent 2025 inspection returned zero deficiencies.
The community received the 2025 Gold Award in Idaho’s Residential Assisted Living Facility Program, reflecting high state regulatory recognition.
The medical model coordinates 24-hour staffing for activities of daily living and medication management. Clinical support includes diabetic care, chronic condition management, and on-site therapy professional oversight. While a 2024 fire safety report identified a technical need regarding power tap usage for medical equipment, the facility maintains a clean record of care without substantiated complaints or enforcement actions.
The campus offers studio and one-bedroom apartments within a pet-friendly setting. Shared amenities include restaurant-style dining with chef-prepared meals, a café area, a beauty salon, a library, and a movie room. Outdoor spaces feature walking paths, a patio, and a garden area. The social calendar includes varied programming such as Tai Chi, arts and crafts, and scheduled community outings. For medical and social needs, the facility provides scheduled transportation and apartment maintenance.
Interested individuals should evaluate the current atmosphere and 2026 quality standards during an on-site visit. It is advisable to confirm the current status of Medicaid acceptance and verify that fire safety protocols regarding oxygen equipment have remained in full compliance since the 2024 survey.
45-bed community Rank #75 / 114Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 75th out of 114 homes in Idaho for Bed Count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Idaho facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Rankings are based only on facilities in Idaho that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
2 years in operation Rank #105 / 117Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 105th out of 117 homes in Idaho for Years In Operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Idaho facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Idaho that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score: 90 / 100 Rank #2 / 197Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 2nd out of 197 homes in Idaho for Walk Score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Idaho facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Idaho that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.
About this community
2025 Gold Award in the Residential Assisted Living Facility Program
2025 Best of Senior Living Award from A Place for Mom
StatusUnrestricted
IssuanceSeptember 3, 2023
License NumberRC-1297
Avista Senior Living Twin Falls is administered by Watson Tamra.
Owner NameTwin Falls Al, LLC
Respite Care
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing
Fax208-733-2370
HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes
Activities
Inspection History
In Idaho, the Department of Health and Welfare, Bureau of Facility Standards is the state agency tasked with inspecting and licensing assisted living and nursing home facilities.
Since 2023 · 3 years of data
5 deficiencies
3 inspections
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Idaho state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2023 vs. Idaho state average
Overall vs. ID average
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
3 Better
Metrics better than Idaho average:
• Total deficiencies (79% below)
• Deficiencies per year (79% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (72% below)
• Total deficiencies (79% below)
• Deficiencies per year (79% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (72% below)
Latest Inspection
February 26, 2025
Deficiencies
| This Facility | ID Average | vs. ID Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 5 | 24 | This facility has 79% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Idaho assisted living residence (5 vs. ID avg 24).↓ 79% better |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2023.
| 1.7 | 8 | This facility has 79% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Idaho assisted living residence (1.7 vs. ID avg 8).↓ 79% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 1.7 | 6 | This facility has 72% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Idaho assisted living residence (1.7 vs. ID avg 6).↓ 72% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | ID Average | vs. ID Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 3 | 4 | This facility has had 25% fewer total inspections than the Idaho average (3 vs. ID avg 4). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 25% fewer |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- August 29, 2024 life safety inspection found two deficiencies, including use of a prohibited relocatable power tap for an oxygen concentrator and missing required night fire/evacuation drills.
- December 6, 2023 initial licensure survey identified three deficiencies related to incomplete employee background checks, incomplete resident service agreements, and missing documentation of quarterly nurse assessments.
- No complaints were substantiated in either inspection, and no immediate jeopardy or fines were issued during the surveys.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
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The information below is reported by the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare, Bureau of Facility Standards.
| Avista Senior Living Twin Falls | AL | Twin Falls | 45
Facility
45
ID AVG
69
Rank
#75 / 114 | No |
90
Facility
90
ID AVG
40
Rank
#2 / 197 | - | 2
Facility
2
ID AVG
16
Rank
#105 / 117 | Watson Tamra | 3 | 2
Facility
2
ID AVG
3.9
Rank
#17 / 91 | 5
Facility
5
ID AVG
24
Rank
#11 / 87 | 1.7
Facility
1.7
ID AVG
6.0
Rank
#11 / 87 |
| Brookdale Twin Falls | AL IL MC NH SNF | Twin Falls | - | Yes |
51
Facility
51
ID AVG
40
Rank
#64 / 197 | Studio / 1 Bed | 29
Facility
29
ID AVG
16
Rank
#12 / 117 | - | - | - | - | - |
| Cenoma House Residential Assisted Living | AL ADC | Twin Falls | - | No |
3
Facility
3
ID AVG
40
Rank
#189 / 197 | Private Rooms | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Avista Senior Living Twin Falls is located in Twin Falls, Idaho.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Avista Senior Living Twin Falls
Who is the owner of Avista Senior Living Twin Falls?
Avista Senior Living Twin Falls is legally operated by Twin Falls AL, LLC, and administered by Watson Tamra.
Is Avista Senior Living Twin Falls in a walkable area?
Avista Senior Living Twin Falls has a walk score of 90. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.
What is the license number of Avista Senior Living Twin Falls?
According to ID state health department records, Avista Senior Living Twin Falls's license number is RC-1297.
Are pets allowed at Avista Senior Living Twin Falls?
Yes, Avista Senior Living Twin Falls allows residents to bring their pets.
Who is the administrator of Avista Senior Living Twin Falls?
Watson Tamra is the administrator of Avista Senior Living Twin Falls.
How many beds does Avista Senior Living Twin Falls have?
Avista Senior Living Twin Falls has 45 beds.
Are there photos of Avista Senior Living Twin Falls?
Yes — there are 2 photos of Avista Senior Living Twin Falls in the photo gallery on this page.
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