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 we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Idaho 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 moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
10 years in operation Rank #72 / 117Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 72nd out of 117 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Idaho 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 community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 68 / 100 Rank #21 / 190Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 21st out of 190 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Idaho 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.
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
Pets not allowed
Housekeeping
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, 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
These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
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
2 Worse
Metrics worse than Idaho average:
• Total deficiencies (130% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (31% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
• Total deficiencies (130% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (31% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
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 | 27 | This facility has 130% more total deficiencies than a typical Idaho assisted living residence (62 vs. ID avg 27).↑ 130% worse |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 8.9 | 6.8 | This facility has 31% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Idaho assisted living residence (8.9 vs. ID avg 6.8).↑ 31% worse |
Inspections
| This Facility | ID Average | vs. ID Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility.
| 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 |
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Info below is compiled from the ID Dept. of Health & Welfare (DHW), 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.
ADC (Adult Day Care):
Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home.
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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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Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
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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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Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
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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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Number of inspections triggered by complaints or allegations. Useful for spotting facilities that receive frequent complaint-driven scrutiny.
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Count of fire and life-safety inspections reported by the state. Focuses on building safety systems, egress, and related code compliance.
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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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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parke View Rehabilitation and Care Center | AL MC NH SNF | Burley | 86
Facility
86
ID AVG
69
Rank
#37 / 114 | No |
32
Facility
32
ID AVG
41
Rank
#114 / 190 | Private / Semi-Private Rooms | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Heritage Senior Living | AL MC | North Preston | 62
Facility
62
ID AVG
69
Rank
#64 / 114 | No |
68
Facility
68
ID AVG
41
Rank
#21 / 190 | - | 10
Facility
10
ID AVG
15
Rank
#72 / 117 | - | Merrell Cody | - | 7 | 1
Facility
1
ID AVG
1
Rank
#40 / 90 | - | 7
Facility
7
ID AVG
4.1
Rank
#76 / 90 | 62
Facility
62
ID AVG
24
Rank
#82 / 86 | 8.9
Facility
8.9
ID AVG
6.0
Rank
#73 / 86 |
| Paradise Creek of Olympus Retirement Living | AL ADC IL | Moscow | 36
Facility
36
ID AVG
69
Rank
#86 / 114 | Yes |
9
Facility
9
ID AVG
41
Rank
#177 / 190 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 3
Facility
3
ID AVG
15
Rank
#95 / 117 | - | Andersen Emma | Olympus Retirement Living, LLC | 2 | 0
Facility
0
ID AVG
1
Rank
#1 / 90 | 0
Facility
0
ID AVG
1.6
Rank
#1 / 69 | 2
Facility
2
ID AVG
4.1
Rank
#16 / 90 | 6
Facility
6
ID AVG
24
Rank
#12 / 86 | 3.0
Facility
3.0
ID AVG
6.0
Rank
#10 / 86 |
| Pinehurst Senior Community | AL IL MC RC | Pinehurst | 32
Facility
32
ID AVG
69
Rank
#91 / 114 | Yes |
40
Facility
40
ID AVG
41
Rank
#97 / 190 | Studio / 1 Bed | 13
Facility
13
ID AVG
15
Rank
#59 / 117 | A+ | Serrano Yvette | Pacifica Senior Living Pinehurst | 5 | 1
Facility
1
ID AVG
1
Rank
#40 / 90 | 2
Facility
2
ID AVG
1.6
Rank
#37 / 69 | 5
Facility
5
ID AVG
4.1
Rank
#52 / 90 | 20
Facility
20
ID AVG
24
Rank
#43 / 86 | 4.0
Facility
4.0
ID AVG
6.0
Rank
#21 / 86 |
| Autumn Haven | AL | Rupert | 16
Facility
16
ID AVG
69
Rank
#103 / 114 | No |
26
Facility
26
ID AVG
41
Rank
#129 / 190 | Suite | 23
Facility
23
ID AVG
15
Rank
#25 / 117 | A+ | Darrington Angie | Autumn Haven Assisted Living, Inc | 4 | 0
Facility
0
ID AVG
1
Rank
#1 / 90 | 2
Facility
2
ID AVG
1.6
Rank
#37 / 69 | 4
Facility
4
ID AVG
4.1
Rank
#40 / 90 | 23
Facility
23
ID AVG
24
Rank
#47 / 86 | 5.8
Facility
5.8
ID AVG
6.0
Rank
#51 / 86 |
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.
How long has Heritage Senior Living been in business?
Heritage Senior Living has been operating for approximately 10 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Heritage Senior Living?
No, Heritage Senior Living has a no-pet policy.
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.
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