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Montana Independent Living
Assisted Living · Helena, MT
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Montana Independent Living

Assisted Living · Helena, MT
825 Great Northern Blvd, Helena, MT 59601 View map
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Overview of Montana Independent Living

From Great Northern Town Center in Helena, MT, Montana Independent Living runs assisted living. That care covers bathing, dressing, and medication management.

Someone who needs that kind of daily support is the resident it fits. The area’s Walk Score comes to 85, which places it in the very walkable category.

Facility Direct Line (406) 442-5755
By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk. Rank #6 / 85Walk Score — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 6th 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.
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Building TypeSingle-story
Room Types
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Compare Assisted Living around Helena

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. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home.
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.
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.
Touchmark on Saddle Drive – Helena
AL
IL
MC
Helena
82
Facility 82
MT AVG 61
Rank #19 / 66
Yes
8
Facility 8
MT AVG 40
Rank #74 / 85
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
3
Facility 3
MT AVG 6
Rank #19 / 64
Christina Milar1
1
Facility 1
MT AVG 3
Rank #29 / 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
Quality Senior Care LLC dba Bee Hive Homes of Helena (North)
AL
IL
MC
RC
Helena
40
Facility 40
MT AVG 61
Rank #37 / 66
No
94
Facility 94
MT AVG 40
Rank #1 / 85
-
2
Facility 2
MT AVG 6
Rank #26 / 64
Jamie Hopkins1
1
Facility 1
MT AVG 3
Rank #29 / 60
1
Facility 1
MT AVG 3.4
Rank #13 / 60
2
Facility 2
MT AVG 16
Rank #7 / 48
2.0
Facility 2.0
MT AVG 4.0
Rank #13 / 48
Son Heaven Assisted Living II
AL
Helena
15
Facility 15
MT AVG 61
Rank #57 / 66
Yes
30
Facility 30
MT AVG 40
Rank #49 / 85
Secured Beds (14)
1
Facility 1
MT AVG 6
Rank #41 / 64
Shelley Walden2
1
Facility 1
MT AVG 3
Rank #29 / 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
Edgewood Helena
AL
ADC
MC
Helena
80
Facility 80
MT AVG 61
Rank #20 / 66
No
10
Facility 10
MT AVG 40
Rank #71 / 85
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
1
Facility 1
MT AVG 6
Rank #41 / 64
Julia Morrow6
8
Facility 8
MT AVG 3
Rank #55 / 60
6
Facility 6
MT AVG 3.4
Rank #49 / 60
21
Facility 21
MT AVG 16
Rank #38 / 48
3.5
Facility 3.5
MT AVG 4.0
Rank #35 / 48
Montana Independent Living
AL
Helena (Great Northern Town Center)-No
85
Facility 85
MT AVG 40
Rank #6 / 85
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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

Montana Independent Living is in Helena, 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 Montana Independent Living

Quick answers from public records and the community's own listing.
01 What neighborhood is Montana Independent Living in?
Montana Independent Living is in the Great Northern Town Center neighborhood of Helena.
02 Is Montana Independent Living in a walkable area?
Montana Independent Living has a walk score of 85. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
03 Are pets allowed at Montana Independent Living?
No, Montana Independent Living has a no-pet policy.
04 Are there photos of Montana Independent Living?
Yes — there are 3 photos of Montana Independent Living in the photo gallery on this page.
05 What levels of care does Montana Independent Living provide?
Montana Independent Living offers Assisted Living.
06 What is the address of Montana Independent Living?
Montana Independent Living is located at 825 Great Northern Blvd, Helena, MT 59601.
07 What is the phone number of Montana Independent Living?
(406) 442-5755 will put you in contact with the team at Montana Independent Living.
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