Occupancy rate
71%
Similar to the Idaho average: 69.1%Fairwinds – Sand Creek
Assisted Living & Independent Living · Idaho Falls, ID
Fairwinds – Sand Creek
Assisted Living & Independent Living · Idaho Falls, ID
Fairwinds is an independent living and assisted living community where both living options are guaranteed to be comfortable for residents to maintain their individuality and freedom. Residents in the community are cared for by ensuring that the holistic wellness of each resident is met. The community gives off an engaging and enriching environment where the professional care staff is wholly attentive and ready to go above and beyond for the residents. For over 50 years, Fairwinds has celebrated and understood the importance of growth by ensuring seniors get the best possible care and limitless opportunities during their stay.
The lifestyle at Fairwinds is inspired by resort-style stay– leisure is the center of senior wellness. Community features include restaurant-style dining experiences curated by an in-house chef, PrimeFit Wellness classes, a café, a private dining room, a salon and barbershop, transportation, guest parking, and a courtyard with outdoor seating.
75-bed community Rank #50 / 114Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 50th 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.
25 years in operation Rank #21 / 117Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 21st 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 longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 44 / 100 Rank #86 / 197Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 86th 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.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
Occupancy
Similar to the Idaho average: 69.1%Occupied beds
53 / 75
Average occupied beds in Idaho homes
55 beds
Best Independent Living and Best Assisted Living by U.S. News & World Report
StatusActive
IssuanceSeptember 26, 2000
License NumberRC-661
RCFE NumberRC-661
Fairwinds – Sand Creek is legally operated by Spokane-Idaho Falls, LLC, and administered by Henscheid Debbie.
OwnerSpokane-Idaho Falls, LLC
Owner NameLytle Charles S. | Lytle Karen E
Wheelchair Accessible
Emergency SystemsYes
Safety FeaturesDaily Check-in System
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
ContactMs. Kelly Martin, Administrator (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Fax208-552-6139
HousekeepingYes
Theater
Salon And Barbershop
Fitness Center
Activity & Games Room
Library
Billiards Room
Bistro
Private Dining Room
Gathering Space For Large Groups
Guest Suites
Private Mailboxes
Complimentary Wi-Fi In Common Areas
Courtyard
Enclosed Courtyard
Walking Paths
Outdoor Seating
Gardens
Transportation Services
Guest Parking
Covered Parking
Branded ProgramsOpal by Leisure Care
Specific ProgramsRobust Calendar of Daily Activities, PrimeFit Wellness, Balance Builders, BrainHQ, Travel by Leisure Care, Volunteer Opportunities, Physical Therapy
Volunteer Program
Independent Living from$3,700 per month
Assisted Living from$4,480 per month
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 2021 · 5 years of data
49 deficiencies
6 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 2021 vs. Idaho state average
Overall vs. ID average
3 Worse
Metrics worse than Idaho average:
• Total deficiencies (104% above)
• Deficiencies per year (104% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (37% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
• Total deficiencies (104% above)
• Deficiencies per year (104% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (37% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Latest Inspection
May 8, 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.
| 49 | 24 | This facility has 104% more total deficiencies than a typical Idaho assisted living residence (49 vs. ID avg 24).↑ 104% worse |
|
Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2021.
| 9.8 | 4.8 | This facility has 104% more deficiencies per year than a typical Idaho assisted living residence (9.8 vs. ID avg 4.8).↑ 104% worse |
|
Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 8.2 | 6 | This facility has 37% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Idaho assisted living residence (8.2 vs. ID avg 6).↑ 37% worse |
Inspections
| This Facility | ID Average | vs. ID Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 6 | 4 | This facility has had 50% more total inspections than the Idaho average (6 vs. ID avg 4). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 50% more |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- May 8, 2025 follow-up found six ongoing deficiencies including missing 90-day assessments, medication availability issues, incomplete psychotropic reviews, and inconsistent resident care documentation.
- December 19, 2024 fire safety inspection identified eight deficiencies including missing relocation agreements, undocumented emergency generator testing, prohibited multi-plug adapters, and gaps in emergency drills.
- April 27, 2022 follow-up cited 12 deficiencies including failure to notify authorities of exploitation, medication errors, incomplete assessments, and missing psychotropic medication reviews.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 393 / 678 / 902 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Fairwinds – Sand Creek
1 Bedroom
2 bedroom
Studio
Places of interest near Fairwinds – Sand Creek
3.2 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Idaho Falls's city center to Fairwinds – Sand Creek's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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The information below is reported by the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare, Bureau of Facility Standards.
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75
ID AVG
69
Rank
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ID AVG
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ID AVG
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ID AVG
1
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3.9
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ID AVG
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ID AVG
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ID AVG
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3.9
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24
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11
ID AVG
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ID AVG
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ID AVG
69
Rank
#80 / 114 | No |
26
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26
ID AVG
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ID AVG
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1.6
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ID AVG
3.9
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#80 / 91 | - | - |
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24
ID AVG
69
Rank
#100 / 114 | No |
61
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61
ID AVG
40
Rank
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6
ID AVG
16
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ID AVG
1
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2
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1.6
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3.9
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8
ID AVG
24
Rank
#16 / 87 | 1.6
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1.6
ID AVG
6.0
Rank
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Idaho
Fairwinds – Sand Creek is located in Idaho Falls, Idaho.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Fairwinds – Sand Creek
Who is the owner of Fairwinds – Sand Creek?
Fairwinds – Sand Creek is legally operated by Spokane-Idaho Falls, LLC, and administered by Henscheid Debbie.
Is Fairwinds – Sand Creek in a walkable area?
Fairwinds – Sand Creek has a walk score of 44. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the license number of Fairwinds – Sand Creek?
According to ID state health department records, Fairwinds – Sand Creek's license number is RC-661.
What is the occupancy rate at Fairwinds – Sand Creek?
Fairwinds – Sand Creek's occupancy is 71%.
Are pets allowed at Fairwinds – Sand Creek?
Yes, Fairwinds – Sand Creek allows residents to bring their pets.
Who is the administrator of Fairwinds – Sand Creek?
Henscheid Debbie is the administrator of Fairwinds – Sand Creek.
How many beds does Fairwinds – Sand Creek have?
Fairwinds – Sand Creek has 75 beds.
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