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Exterior view of the High Country Care facility Exterior view of a facility in autumn Bright dining area with a large wooden table Cozy resident room with two beds and seating A child giving a kiss to a senior woman Residents engaging in activities at a common area

High Country Care

8659 Haggerty Ln, Bozeman, MT 59715 View map
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Overview of High Country Care

High Country Care stands is a dedicated assisted living community nestled in Bozeman, Montana. With a sincere commitment to providing exceptional care and services within a welcoming, homely environment, this community caters to the needs of its residents with utmost respect and care. At High Country Care, a distinctive dining experience awaits in the cozy ambiance of the dining area. They take pride in their personalized approach to meals, offering custom menus that delight residents with delicious, home-cooked dishes tailored to their specific dietary requirements.

Their professional team, widely regarded as some of the finest in Bozeman, is readily available to assist with a spectrum of needs. From aiding with medical reminders to crafting tailored engaging programs and exercises, their support enriches the lives of residents. The community offers generously spacious and well-lit apartments that ensure every senior resident finds comfort and familiarity. Designed with thoughtful consideration, the apartments feature windows that flood the space with natural light and safety measures to reassure family members. High Country Care is a haven where the well-being of each resident is a priority, fostering a sense of belonging and care that resonates throughout the community. 

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By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 7 Rank #66 / 66Bed count — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 66th out of 66 assisted living communities we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Montana that reports data for that category. Assisted living 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.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Years of operating Info A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #39 / 59Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 39th out of 59 assisted living communities we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Montana that reports data for that category. Assisted living 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.
1 year
Walk Score Info Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options. Rank #78 / 85Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 78th out of 85 assisted living communities we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Montana that reports data for that category. Assisted living 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.
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusCurrent
IssuanceJanuary 4, 2025
ExpirationMarch 31, 2027
License Number12587

Ownership & Operating Entity

High Country Care is administered by Dana Archer.

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsRAPP Group Meetings, Kinship Navigation, Pathways to Success, Coach Jerry & Margaret Moore Scholarship, Christmas Angels, Eyes in the Wild, Play Me A Memory

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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 2017 · 9 years of data These figures come from state-published data and the state inspection reports we hold on file. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes. 11 deficiencies 4 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 2017 vs. Montana state average
Overall vs. MT average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Montana average:
• Total deficiencies (52% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (29% 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. 1123 This facility has 52% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Montana assisted living residence (11 vs. MT avg 23).↓ 52% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 2.83.94 This facility has 29% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Montana assisted living residence (2.8 vs. MT avg 3.94).↓ 29% 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. 45 This facility has had 20% fewer total inspections than the Montana average (4 vs. MT avg 5). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 20% fewer
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What does this home offer?

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Minimum Age: 55 Years Old

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Pets Allowed

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Building Type: Two-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Managed by Jacob Willis

Executive Director

Places of interest near High Country Care

Address 1.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Bozeman's city center to High Country Care's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.81 miles to nearest hospital (Bozeman deaconess)

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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.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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. 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.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Formal complaint investigations counted in the state record—distinct from every routine licensure inspection.
How many inspections had one or more deficiencies recorded. Compare to total inspections to see how often problems were found on visit.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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.
The Springs at Bozeman
AL
IL
MC
Bozeman (Gallatin Center)
105
Facility 105
MT AVG 61
Rank #11 / 66
No
36
Facility 36
MT AVG 40
Rank #44 / 85
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
2
Facility 2
MT AVG 7
Rank #24 / 59
-Kelly Flock1
2
Facility 2
MT AVG 3
Rank #38 / 62
1
Facility 1
MT AVG 3.5
Rank #12 / 62
2
Facility 2
MT AVG 21
Rank #7 / 51
2.0
Facility 2.0
MT AVG 4.2
Rank #13 / 51
Highgate at Bozeman
AL
IL
MC
Bozeman
97
Facility 97
MT AVG 61
Rank #15 / 66
Yes
66
Facility 66
MT AVG 40
Rank #17 / 85
-
21
Facility 21
MT AVG 7
Rank #5 / 59
-Chis Darnell4
5
Facility 5
MT AVG 3
Rank #54 / 62
4
Facility 4
MT AVG 3.5
Rank #37 / 62
12
Facility 12
MT AVG 21
Rank #30 / 51
3.0
Facility 3.0
MT AVG 4.2
Rank #25 / 51
Brookdale Springmeadows
AL
Bozeman (South Meadow)
85
Facility 85
MT AVG 61
Rank #18 / 66
Yes
8
Facility 8
MT AVG 40
Rank #74 / 85
Studio / 1 Bed
48
Facility 48
MT AVG 7
Rank #1 / 59
A+Crissy Freese6
4
Facility 4
MT AVG 3
Rank #49 / 62
6
Facility 6
MT AVG 3.5
Rank #50 / 62
20
Facility 20
MT AVG 21
Rank #37 / 51
3.3
Facility 3.3
MT AVG 4.2
Rank #32 / 51
Birchwood at Hillcrest
AL
RC
Bozeman (East Main)
47
Facility 47
MT AVG 61
Rank #34 / 66
Yes
10
Facility 10
MT AVG 40
Rank #71 / 85
Studio
2
Facility 2
MT AVG 7
Rank #24 / 59
--1
0
Facility 0
MT AVG 3
Rank #1 / 62
1
Facility 1
MT AVG 3.5
Rank #12 / 62
3
Facility 3
MT AVG 21
Rank #12 / 51
3.0
Facility 3.0
MT AVG 4.2
Rank #25 / 51
High Country Care
AL
Bozeman (Eastedge Meadows)
7
Facility 7
MT AVG 61
Rank #66 / 66
Yes
6
Facility 6
MT AVG 40
Rank #78 / 85
-
1
Facility 1
MT AVG 7
Rank #39 / 59
-Dana Archer4
0
Facility 0
MT AVG 3
Rank #1 / 62
4
Facility 4
MT AVG 3.5
Rank #37 / 62
11
Facility 11
MT AVG 21
Rank #28 / 51
2.8
Facility 2.8
MT AVG 4.2
Rank #24 / 51

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other MT assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Montana

High Country Care is located in Bozeman, 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 High Country Care

What neighborhood is High Country Care in?

High Country Care is in the Eastedge Meadows neighborhood of Bozeman.

Is High Country Care in a walkable area?

High Country Care has a walk score of 6. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of High Country Care?

According to MT state health department records, High Country Care's license number is 12587.

When does High Country Care's license expire?

According to MT state health department records, High Country Care's license expires on March 31, 2027.

How long has High Country Care been in business?

High Country Care has been operating for approximately 1 year, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at High Country Care?

Yes, High Country Care allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of High Country Care?

Dana Archer is the administrator of High Country Care.

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