Montana Independent Living
Montana Independent Living
Situated in the center of Helena, MT, Montana Independent Living is a bustling senior living community that promotes independence for individuals with impairments. As a Center for Independent Living, they offer a range of living alternatives customized to meet the needs of each person, making sure they get the right kind of assistance and care to live well on their own. Their comprehensive approach includes independent living skills training, peer mentoring, individual and systems advocacy, and transition services.
Montana Independent Living is committed to empowering people with disabilities and advocating for their rights, all while upholding the ideals of community, advocacy, and empowerment. Numerous resources are available to residents, such as classes on cooking, personal finance, and community living skills, in addition to organizations tailored specifically for veterans, women, men, and young people. The community also offers outdoor recreation programs and a Self-Directed Personal Assistance Program, fostering a supportive and engaging environment for all residents.
Walk Score: 85 / 100 Rank #8 / 149Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 8th out of 149 homes 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 cover every community we track in Montana 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.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Private Rooms
Building Type: Single-story
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0.6 miles from city center
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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 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.
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.
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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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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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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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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Formal complaint investigations counted in the state record—distinct from every routine licensure inspection.
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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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| Touchmark on Saddle Drive – Helena | AL IL MC | Helena | 82
Facility
82
MT AVG
70
Rank
#38 / 103 | Yes |
8
Facility
8
MT AVG
45
Rank
#137 / 149 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 2
Facility
2
MT AVG
7
Rank
#35 / 91 | Christina Milar | 1 | 1
Facility
1
MT AVG
3
Rank
#34 / 73 | 0
Facility
0
MT AVG
3.5
Rank
#1 / 73 | 0
Facility
0
MT AVG
21
Rank
#1 / 59 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
MT AVG
3.0
Rank
#1 / 59 |
| Edgewood Helena | AL ADC MC | Helena | 80
Facility
80
MT AVG
70
Rank
#39 / 103 | No |
10
Facility
10
MT AVG
45
Rank
#134 / 149 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 1
Facility
1
MT AVG
7
Rank
#62 / 91 | Julia Morrow | 6 | 8
Facility
8
MT AVG
3
Rank
#67 / 73 | 6
Facility
6
MT AVG
3.5
Rank
#57 / 73 | 21
Facility
21
MT AVG
21
Rank
#41 / 59 | 3.5
Facility
3.5
MT AVG
3.0
Rank
#37 / 59 |
| Son Heaven Assisted Living II | AL | Helena | 15
Facility
15
MT AVG
70
Rank
#94 / 103 | Yes |
30
Facility
30
MT AVG
45
Rank
#100 / 149 | Secured Beds (14) | 1
Facility
1
MT AVG
7
Rank
#62 / 91 | Shelley Walden | 2 | 1
Facility
1
MT AVG
3
Rank
#34 / 73 | 2
Facility
2
MT AVG
3.5
Rank
#31 / 73 | 3
Facility
3
MT AVG
21
Rank
#13 / 59 | 1.5
Facility
1.5
MT AVG
3.0
Rank
#8 / 59 |
| Golden Options Care | AL ADC HC RC | Montana City | 15
Facility
15
MT AVG
70
Rank
#94 / 103 | Yes |
12
Facility
12
MT AVG
45
Rank
#129 / 149 | - | 2
Facility
2
MT AVG
7
Rank
#35 / 91 | Roma Gleed | 3 | 0
Facility
0
MT AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 73 | 3
Facility
3
MT AVG
3.5
Rank
#36 / 73 | 23
Facility
23
MT AVG
21
Rank
#43 / 59 | 7.7
Facility
7.7
MT AVG
3.0
Rank
#54 / 59 |
| Montana Independent Living | AL | Helena (Great Northern Town Center) | - | No |
85
Facility
85
MT AVG
45
Rank
#8 / 149 | Private Rooms | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Montana Independent Living is located in Helena, Montana.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Montana Independent Living
What neighborhood is Montana Independent Living in?
Montana Independent Living is in the Great Northern Town Center neighborhood of Helena.
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.
Are pets allowed at Montana Independent Living?
No, Montana Independent Living has a no-pet policy.
Are there photos of Montana Independent Living?
Yes — there are 3 photos of Montana Independent Living in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Montana Independent Living?
Montana Independent Living is located at 825 Great Northern Blvd, Helena, MT 59601.
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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