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Golden Eagle Plaza Senior Living
Assisted Living & Independent Living · Great Falls, MT
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Golden Eagle Plaza Senior Living

Assisted Living & Independent Living · Great Falls, MT
1615 9Th St S, Great Falls, MT 59405 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Golden Eagle Plaza Senior Living

Nestled on 9th Street South with easy access to nearby services and transit choices, Golden Eagle Plaza Senior Living is a 42-bed assisted living community in Great Falls, Montana. The two-story building offers studio and one-bedroom units, currently operating at an 83 percent occupancy rate. Serving Great Falls residents for 27 years, it maintains a stable, established presence in the local senior care landscape.

Most errands and outings need a brief drive, while some nearby services are reachable on foot in this somewhat walkable neighborhood carrying a Walk Score of 46. This setting can suit occupants valuing a calmer, more residential part of town and for families who don’t mind a quick drive to visit. The home provides housing for older adults needing varying levels of support with daily activities.

Over the past decade, the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services’ state inspections have targeted administrative documentation and medication management practices. These are routine areas of regulatory oversight across care communities, and families may want to tour Golden Eagle Plaza Senior Living to see how daily operations and recordkeeping are handled.

For families exploring options in Great Falls, personally visiting can help clarify specific care services, staffing, amenities, and daily programming offered in the facility.

Facility Direct Line (406) 268-0100
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Bed community size
42-bed community Rank #66 / 103Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 66th out of 103 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Montana 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.
Years in operation
27 years in operation Rank #6 / 89Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 6th out of 89 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Montana 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
Walk Score: 46 / 100 Rank #73 / 159Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 73rd out of 159 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Montana 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.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
83%
Rank #9 / 32Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 9th out of 32 homes in Montana for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Montana average, with its Statewide rank out of 32. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Montana 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.
Higher than the Montana average: 61.7%
Occupied beds
35 / 42
Average occupied beds in Montana homes 55 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusCurrent
IssuanceOctober 31, 2025
ExpirationOctober 30, 2027
License Number13369

Ownership & Operating Entity

Golden Eagle Plaza Senior Living is administered by Judy Lindquist.

Staffing

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

Leadership

ContactMs. Judy Lindquist, Administrator (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)

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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 2014 · 12 years of data 32 deficiencies 11 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info 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 2014 vs. Montana state average
Overall vs. MT average 1 Worse Metrics worse than Montana average:
• Total deficiencies (52% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Montana average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (3% below)

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

This FacilityMT Averagevs. MT Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 3221 This facility has 52% more total deficiencies than a typical Montana assisted living residence (32 vs. MT avg 21).↑ 52% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 2.93 This facility has 3% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Montana assisted living residence (2.9 vs. MT avg 3).↓ 3% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityMT Averagevs. MT Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 117 This facility has had 57% more total inspections than the Montana average (11 vs. MT avg 7). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 57% more
Inspection breakdown
8renewal/recertification inspections
3complaint investigations

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

  • September 11, 2025 renewal inspection found 5 deficiencies including administrator continuing education and unsecured oxygen tanks, with no complaints reported.
  • August 3, 2017 complaint investigation substantiated failure to notify practitioner after resident fall and medication record discrepancies without valid physician orders.
  • September 13, 2021 renewal inspection identified 5 deficiencies including incomplete disaster plan, missing emergency call systems, and medication administration record errors.
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What does this home offer?

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Room Sizes: 335 /435 / 575 / 670 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

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Building Type: Two-story

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Address 1.7 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Great Falls's city center to Golden Eagle Plaza Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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.

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MT AVG 7
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Facility 42
MT AVG 70
Rank #66 / 103
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Facility 46
MT AVG 43
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Facility 27
MT AVG 7
Rank #6 / 89
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MT AVG 21
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MT AVG 70
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Montana

Golden Eagle Plaza Senior Living is located in Great Falls, Montana.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Montana.

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Big Sky Waiver

Montana Medicaid Big Sky Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General Montana 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).
MT

Rural state; limited providers in some areas.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.) Meals ($6/meal)

Montana Community First Choice

MT CFC

Age 65+ or disabled
General Montana resident, Medicaid- eligible.
Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, Medicaid threshold
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
MT

Less intensive than waiver; rural focus.

Benefits
Personal care (up to 40 hours/month) Homemaker services Respite (varies)

Big Sky Rx

Montana Big Sky Rx

Age 65+ or disabled
General Montana resident, enrolled in Medicare Part D, income below limit.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (individual), ~$3,380/month (couple).
Asset Limits Not assessed.
MT

Covers up to $38.75/month premium; statewide via AAAs.

Benefits
Prescription drug premium assistance (~$465/year) Reducing out-of-pocket costs

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Montana Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Montana 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).
MT

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

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

Montana Caregiver Support Program (via NFCSP)

Montana Caregiver Support Program

Age —
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Montana resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
MT

10 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($50/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

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

Montana VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Montana 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
MT

High veteran demand in rural areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Frequently Asked Questions about Golden Eagle Plaza Senior Living

What neighborhood is Golden Eagle Plaza Senior Living in?

Golden Eagle Plaza Senior Living is in the Southside neighborhood of Great Falls.

Is Golden Eagle Plaza Senior Living in a walkable area?

Golden Eagle Plaza Senior Living has a walk score of 46. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Golden Eagle Plaza Senior Living?

According to MT state health department records, Golden Eagle Plaza Senior Living's license number is 13369.

When does Golden Eagle Plaza Senior Living's license expire?

According to MT state health department records, Golden Eagle Plaza Senior Living's license expires on October 30, 2027.

What is the occupancy rate at Golden Eagle Plaza Senior Living?

Golden Eagle Plaza Senior Living's occupancy is 83%.

How long has Golden Eagle Plaza Senior Living been in business?

Golden Eagle Plaza Senior Living has been operating for approximately 27 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Golden Eagle Plaza Senior Living?

Yes, Golden Eagle Plaza Senior Living allows residents to bring their pets.

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