Heritage Senior Living
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Preston, ID
Heritage Senior Living
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Preston, ID
Heritage Senior Living accepts Medicaid.
Overview of Heritage Senior Living
Heritage Senior Living of Soda Springs is a 24-bed residential community located at 170 Torgeson Drive in Soda Springs, Idaho. Managed by executive director Cody Merrell, the facility serves Caribou County and specializes in assisted living and memory support. The property is situated in a rural setting near the foothills, approximately 0.6 miles from local healthcare providers such as Caribou Medical Center and Torgesen Park.
State regulatory records from the Idaho Bureau of Facility Standards show a citations-per-inspection rate of 12.4, which is 57% above the Idaho state average. A follow-up inspection in February 2025 documented four recurring deficiencies, including failures to administer medications as ordered, inadequate temperature monitoring for medication refrigerators, and a lack of formalized behavior plans for residents exhibiting refusal behaviors. Earlier surveys also identified concerns regarding incomplete staff background checks, unsafe chemical storage, and fire safety violations.
The clinical model provides 24-hour oversight and personal care services, including medication distribution and daily wellness monitoring. While the facility coordinates specialized memory care, past reports have highlighted significant challenges in managing staff-to-resident ratios and investigating allegations of staff abuse. Medicaid is accepted at this location, although specific pricing details are not listed in available data and should be confirmed directly with the community.
The residential environment includes community spaces designed for socialization, with meals and medications overseen by a resident care coordinator. Daily life is supported by provided housekeeping and laundry services, with an activities calendar intended to promote resident engagement. Families should note that the current administrator, Cody Merrell, is responsible for the daily operational oversight and coordination of resident needs alongside the nursing team.
Interested families should contact the Bureau of Facility Standards to verify the current status of the deficiencies cited in the February 2025 follow-up survey. Prospective representatives are encouraged to ask the administrator directly about the outcome of past complaint investigations regarding resident rights and to verify the current schedule for staff training and background check renewals during an in-person visit.
62-bed community Rank #64 / 114Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 64th 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.
10 years in operation Rank #73 / 117Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 73rd 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 community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 68 / 100 Rank #22 / 197Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 22nd 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.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
About this community
StatusUnrestricted
IssuanceApril 5, 2016
License NumberRC-1116
Heritage Senior Living is administered by Merrell Cody.
Owner NameJns Senior Living LLC
Doctor on Staff
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing
Staff-to-Resident Ratio:
1:5
Fax208-209-7139
Dietitian Approved Meals
Weekly Housekeeping
All Maintenance And Utilities Included
ActivitiesLearn about volunteer opportunities, see the rooms, dining areas, and recreational rooms, meet the caring, professional staff, participate in some of the activities
Specific ProgramsRegistered nurse on staff, Educational programs, Recreational programs, 24-hour care, Housekeeping, Laundry, Maintenance and utilities included
Touring HoursVisiting hours: anytime
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
62 deficiencies
7 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 (158% above)
• Deficiencies per year (158% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (48% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
• Total deficiencies (158% above)
• Deficiencies per year (158% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (48% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Latest Inspection
February 13, 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.
| 62 | 24 | This facility has 158% more total deficiencies than a typical Idaho assisted living residence (62 vs. ID avg 24).↑ 158% worse |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2021.
| 12.4 | 4.8 | This facility has 158% more deficiencies per year than a typical Idaho assisted living residence (12.4 vs. ID avg 4.8).↑ 158% worse |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 8.9 | 6 | This facility has 48% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Idaho assisted living residence (8.9 vs. ID avg 6).↑ 48% worse |
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.
| 7 | 4 | This facility has had 75% more total inspections than the Idaho average (7 vs. ID avg 4). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 75% more |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- February 13, 2025 follow-up inspection found four ongoing deficiencies in medication administration, refrigerator temperature monitoring, PRN medication availability, and behavior plan development.
- May 21, 2024 follow-up identified 21 deficiencies including incomplete staff background checks, inadequate training, unsafe hot water, unsecured chemicals, medication errors, and poor resident assessments.
- December 12, 2023 complaint investigation substantiated failure to report and properly investigate staff abuse allegations involving Resident #4.
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The information below is reported by the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare, Bureau of Facility Standards.
| Paramount Parks at Eagle | AL IL MC | Eagle (North Eagle Road) | 82 | Yes | - | 26 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Heritage Senior Living | AL MC | North Preston | 62 | No | - | 68 | - |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Heritage Senior Living
Who is the owner of Heritage Senior Living?
Heritage Senior Living is legally operated by JNS Senior Living LLC, and administered by Merrell Cody.
Is Heritage Senior Living in a walkable area?
Heritage Senior Living has a walk score of 68. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
What is the license number of Heritage Senior Living?
According to ID state health department records, Heritage Senior Living's license number is RC-1116.
Who is the administrator of Heritage Senior Living?
Merrell Cody is the administrator of Heritage Senior Living.
How many beds does Heritage Senior Living have?
Heritage Senior Living has 62 beds.
Are there photos of Heritage Senior Living?
Yes — there are 4 photos of Heritage Senior Living in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Heritage Senior Living?
Heritage Senior Living is located at 155 + 175 East 3Rd North, Preston, ID 83263.
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