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Mission Ridge
Assisted Living, Continuing Care Retirement Community & Independent Living · Billings, MT
Exterior view of a senior living facility with well-kept landscaping Cozy dining area with a table and paintings Comfortable private resident room with a bed and window Outdoor lounge area with comfortable seating

Mission Ridge

Assisted Living, Continuing Care Retirement Community & Independent Living · Billings, MT
3840 Rimrock Rd, Billings, MT 59102 View map
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Overview of Mission Ridge

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Mission Ridge is an assisted living community in Billings, Montana, set on Rimrock Road about five miles from the city center. It is part of the St. John’s senior living family, which connects it to an established regional network of senior care. The community is designed for older adults who want help with everyday activities while keeping a comfortable, apartment-style home of their own.

Housing options include one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments, and the private units come with a balcony or patio along with an in-unit washer and dryer. This is a mid-size, three-story community with 70 beds, a scale that often allows for a steady daily routine and familiar faces among staff and neighbors. For families, that middle ground can strike a nice balance between personal attention and the range of shared spaces a larger building can offer.

Residents are supported by a 24-hour emergency call system, and the community provides transportation services along with fitness and recreation options to help with both errands and daily engagement. Pets are welcome, which can be an important comfort for someone moving from a longtime home.

State inspections have most often noted documentation and recordkeeping matters, along with minor housekeeping and safety items, rather than concerns about direct resident care, and no complaints were substantiated. The setting is car-dependent, with a Walk Score of 9 out of 100, so most outings involve a drive, which makes the community’s own transportation service a practical everyday feature.

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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. 70 Rank #24 / 66Bed count — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 24th 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.

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

Years of operating Info An established community with some operational experience and growing routines. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #19 / 64Years in operation — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 19th out of 64 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.
3 years
Walk Score Info Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options. Rank #73 / 85Walk Score — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 73rd 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.
9 / 100

About This Community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
IssuanceSeptember 3, 2023
License Number12579

Ownership & Operating Entity

Mission Ridge is administered by Mark Wagstaff.

Profit StatusNonprofit

Additional Services

1 service
TransportationListed as: Scheduled shuttle transportation

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Swimming Pool
Fitness Center
Bistro
Coffee Shop
Library
Balcony
Walking Paths
Game and Card Rooms
Emergency Call System
Activities
Continued Learning Programs
Cultural Arts
Group Travel Opportunities
Wellness Classes

Faith & Spiritual Life

Chapel
Religious AffiliationEvangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA)

Dining & Nutrition

InfoSourced directly from the team at Mission Ridge.
  • Bistro / café on site.

Room Accommodations

Building Type3-story
Room Types
1 Bedroom 2 Bedroom
In-Room Features
Fully Equipped Kitchen

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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. 8 deficiencies 2 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 1 Worse Metrics worse than Montana average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (33% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Montana average:
• Total deficiencies (50% 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. 816.0 This facility has 50% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Montana assisted living residence (8 vs. MT avg 16).↓ 50% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 4.03.0 This facility has 33% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Montana assisted living residence (4 vs. MT avg 3).↑ 33% worse

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. 24.0 This facility has had 50% fewer total inspections than the Montana average (2 vs. MT avg 4). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 50% fewer
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Address 5.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Billings's city center to Mission Ridge'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.

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. 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. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
Your Home Away From Home Assisted Living
AL
RC
Billings (Heights)
8
Facility 8
MT AVG 61
Rank #64 / 66
No
15
Facility 15
MT AVG 40
Rank #63 / 85
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
2
Facility 2
MT AVG 6
Rank #26 / 64
-Jessica Robinson1
0
Facility 0
MT AVG 3
Rank #1 / 60
1
Facility 1
MT AVG 3.4
Rank #13 / 60
1
Facility 1
MT AVG 16
Rank #1 / 48
1.0
Facility 1.0
MT AVG 4.0
Rank #1 / 48
St. John‘s United WyndStone
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
Billings (Heights)
36
Facility 36
MT AVG 61
Rank #42 / 66
No
3
Facility 3
MT AVG 40
Rank #82 / 85
1 Bed / 2 Bed
1
Facility 1
MT AVG 6
Rank #41 / 64
-Kailee Noyes2
0
Facility 0
MT AVG 3
Rank #1 / 60
2
Facility 2
MT AVG 3.4
Rank #28 / 60
3
Facility 3
MT AVG 16
Rank #12 / 48
1.5
Facility 1.5
MT AVG 4.0
Rank #9 / 48
Mission Ridge
AL
CCRC
IL
Billings
70
Facility 70
MT AVG 61
Rank #24 / 66
Yes
9
Facility 9
MT AVG 40
Rank #73 / 85
1 Bed / 2 Bed
3
Facility 3
MT AVG 6
Rank #19 / 64
-Mark Wagstaff2
0
Facility 0
MT AVG 3
Rank #1 / 60
2
Facility 2
MT AVG 3.4
Rank #28 / 60
8
Facility 8
MT AVG 16
Rank #24 / 48
4.0
Facility 4.0
MT AVG 4.0
Rank #39 / 48
St. John‘s United
AL
HC
HOS
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Billings
104
Facility 104
MT AVG 61
Rank #12 / 66
Yes
6
Facility 6
MT AVG 40
Rank #78 / 85
Private Rooms
2
Facility 2
MT AVG 6
Rank #26 / 64
-Karna Rhodes1
0
Facility 0
MT AVG 3
Rank #1 / 60
0
Facility 0
MT AVG 3.4
Rank #1 / 60
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MorningStar Senior Living of Billings
AL
MC
Billings
106
Facility 106
MT AVG 61
Rank #9 / 66
Yes
18
Facility 18
MT AVG 40
Rank #60 / 85
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
12
Facility 12
MT AVG 6
Rank #13 / 64
A+-8
13
Facility 13
MT AVG 3
Rank #58 / 60
8
Facility 8
MT AVG 3.4
Rank #53 / 60
29
Facility 29
MT AVG 16
Rank #42 / 48
3.6
Facility 3.6
MT AVG 4.0
Rank #36 / 48

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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Programs that may help with care and living costs in Montana

Mission Ridge is in Billings, Montana. These programs may support different care settings or living expenses. A listing does not confirm this community participates; our concierge team can help confirm.

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Cash support · veterans

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

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

Who it is for
Veterans or survivors with VA pension eligibility and an Aid and Attendance or Housebound medical need
Income limit
2026 · Countable income is compared with the applicable maximum annual pension rate (MAPR), which varies by dependents and benefit category. For a veteran with one dependent and Aid and Attendance, MAPR is $34,488/year.
Asset limit
VA pension net-worth ceiling is $163,699 from December 1, 2025 through November 30, 2026. Net worth includes countable assets plus income for VA purposes; exclusions and transfer rules apply.

Eligibility

General
Aid and Attendance or Housebound is an increased VA pension rate for eligible veterans or surviving spouses who meet pension and additional care/disability requirements; it is not a stand-alone state benefit.
MT specifics
Federal VA pension rules apply nationwide.

What it provides

  • Monthly pension is based on the applicable MAPR less countable annual income; divided by 12. Maximum annual veteran Aid and Attendance rates are $29,093 without dependents and $34,488 with one dependent; actual payments may be lower.
In-home & community support

Big Sky Waiver

Big Sky Waiver

Who it is for
Montanans eligible for Medicaid who need nursing-facility level of care but can live at home or in the community

Eligibility

General
Must be financially eligible for Medicaid and meet the minimum level-of-care requirements for nursing-facility placement; Big Sky Waiver provides a community alternative to institutional care.
MT specifics
Big Sky Waiver is administered by DPHHS Senior and Long-Term Care; the linked waiver took effect July 1, 2024. Individual services and enrollment require program assessment.

What it provides

  • Assessed home and community-based support may include personal assistance; homemaker services; respite; adult day health; environmental adaptations and case management.
In-home support

Montana Community First Choice Services

Montana Community First Choice Services

Who it is for
Montana Medicaid members whose health condition limits daily activities

Eligibility

General
Medicaid-eligible people whose health condition limits daily activities and who meet the required screening. Community First Choice Services also requires nursing-facility level of care.
MT specifics
Services follow an assessed person-centered plan and may be agency-based or self-directed.

What it provides

  • Assessed help with daily activities and health-maintenance tasks; additional covered supports can include personal emergency response systems and community integration.
Caregiver support

Family Caregiver Support Program

Family Caregiver Support Program

Who it is for
Family or informal caregivers of an adult 60+ or of someone of any age with dementia

Eligibility

General
Family and informal caregivers seeking support through the state aging network; individual services are assessed through local providers.

What it provides

  • Title III-E supports caregiver information and assistance; counseling and training; support groups; respite and supplemental services through the state aging network.
Prescription costs

Big Sky Rx

Big Sky Rx

Who it is for
Montana residents on Medicare who meet the Big Sky Rx income criteria
Income limit
Current official page lists annual income less than $31,920 single or $43,280 married and living together; page does not state an effective date.
Asset limit
Official page says assets such as IRAs, bonds, stocks and savings are not income for Big Sky Rx. Separate Extra Help eligibility may consider assets.

Eligibility

General
Montana must be the primary residence; applicant must receive Medicare and meet Big Sky Rx income criteria.
MT specifics
Applications are accepted throughout the year. Current premium assistance amount should be confirmed against plan enrollment and Big Sky Rx guidance.

What it provides

  • Assistance paying Medicare-approved prescription-drug-plan premiums; the DPHHS prescription-assistance overview lists up to $50.60/month; not a guaranteed annual cash benefit.
Medicare costs

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Who it is for
Medicare beneficiaries with limited income who need help with premiums or cost sharing

Eligibility

General
Medicare beneficiary; the state determines the applicable Medicare Savings Program. QMB helps with premiums and Medicare cost sharing; SLMB and QI generally help with Part B premiums.
MT specifics
QI requires annual application and is funded first-come, first-served with priority for prior recipients. QMB, SLMB and QI confer Part D Extra Help.

What it provides

  • QMB pays eligible Part A/Part B premiums and Medicare deductibles and cost sharing; SLMB and QI pay Part B premiums. The exact benefit depends on the approved program.
Home energy assistance

Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Who it is for
Montana homeowners or renters responsible for home heating costs who meet the income and resource rules
Income limit
For 2026–2027, annual limits are $36,120 for one person and $47,234 for two; other household sizes have different limits.
Asset limit
For 2026–2027, resource limits are $14,717 for one person and $22,515 for two; exclusions and larger-household rules apply.

Eligibility

General
Montana homeowners or renters responsible for home heating costs who meet household income and resource rules. Heating assistance applications are accepted October 1 through April 30.

What it provides

  • Pays part of winter heating costs; assistance with eligible furnace emergencies may also be available.
Home energy improvements

Weatherization Assistance Program

Weatherization Assistance Program

Who it is for
Income- and resource-eligible Montana households, including renters
Income limit
Household-size income and resource rules apply, with possible eligibility through qualifying benefit programs. Use the current 2026–2027 standards when applying.

Eligibility

General
Income- and resource-eligible Montana households, including homeowners and renters. Older adults and people with disabilities receive priority; approval does not guarantee immediate work.

What it provides

  • An energy audit identifies eligible energy-saving improvements and related safety work; subject to program limits.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Mission Ridge

Quick answers from public records and the community's own listing.
01 Is Mission Ridge in a walkable area?
Mission Ridge has a walk score of 9. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
02 What is the license number of Mission Ridge?
According to MT state health department records, Mission Ridge's license number is 12579.
03 How long has Mission Ridge been in business?
Mission Ridge has been operating for approximately 3 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
04 Are pets allowed at Mission Ridge?
Yes, Mission Ridge allows residents to bring their pets.
05 Does Mission Ridge operate as a for-profit or non-profit?
Mission Ridge is registered as a non-profit in MT.
06 Who is the administrator of Mission Ridge?
Mark Wagstaff is the administrator of Mission Ridge.
07 How many beds does Mission Ridge have?
Mission Ridge has 70 beds.
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