Sapphire Lutheran Homes
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Hamilton, MT
Sapphire Lutheran Homes
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Hamilton, MT
Sapphire Lutheran Homes is a 40-bed independent living and memory care community in Hamilton, Montana, operated by a nonprofit Christian organization. The community sits at 501 N 10th Street in Ravalli County, in a very walkable neighborhood with a Walk Score of 82, meaning most errands can be handled on foot. Hamilton is the county seat of Ravalli County in the Bitterroot Valley, and Marcus Daly Memorial Hospital serves as the primary nearby acute-care resource.
The campus has been in operation for two years and includes 64 individual homes with one- and two-bedroom apartments set among views of the Bitterroot Mountains. Residents have access to 24-hour staffing from licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants, along with respite care and memory support services. Cole Harden serves as the administrator.
Daily life includes housekeeping and maintenance services, wellness activities covering physical, social, and spiritual dimensions, and regular exercise sessions. Residents can gather in shared community areas, use an on-site library, and take part in game rooms. Meals and scheduled activities are part of the secure living environment throughout the campus.
State inspection records for the facility center on themes including environmental and hazardous-materials safety, care planning and documentation, and dietary and food service. The setting suits older adults who want a secure, amenity-rich independent living environment with memory support built in, set within a small mountain valley community.
40-bed community Rank #68 / 103Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 68th out of 103 homes 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 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.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
2 years in operation Rank #35 / 91Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 35th out of 91 homes 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 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.
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score: 82 / 100 Rank #13 / 151Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 13th out of 151 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.
About this community
Facility TypeRetirement Homes
StatusCurrent
IssuanceDecember 12, 2023
ExpirationDecember 11, 2026
License Number13294
Sapphire Lutheran Homes is administered by Cole Harden.
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Pets not allowed
Housekeeping
Wellness Center
Library
Game Room
Community Gathering Areas
Activitiesregular exercise sessions
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 2015 · 11 years of data
These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
2 deficiencies
4 inspections
Inspection Scorecard
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 2015 vs. Montana state average
Overall vs. MT average
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
1 Better
Metrics better than Montana average:
• Total deficiencies (90% below)
• Total deficiencies (90% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | MT Average | vs. MT Avg |
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 2 | 21 | This facility has 90% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Montana assisted living residence (2 vs. MT avg 21).↓ 90% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | MT Average | vs. MT Avg |
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Total inspections
Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility.
| 4 | — | — |
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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.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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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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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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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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| The Springs at Grand Park | AL MC | Billings (West End) | 65
Facility
65
MT AVG
70
Rank
#52 / 103 | No |
65
Facility
65
MT AVG
45
Rank
#36 / 151 | - | 1
Facility
1
MT AVG
7
Rank
#62 / 91 | - | Nicole Jemming | 6 | 1
Facility
1
MT AVG
2.5
Rank
#34 / 73 | 1
Facility
1
MT AVG
3.4
Rank
#16 / 73 | 1
Facility
1
MT AVG
21
Rank
#2 / 59 | 0.2
Facility
0.2
MT AVG
2.7
Rank
#2 / 59 |
| Sapphire Lutheran Homes | AL IL MC | Hamilton | 40
Facility
40
MT AVG
70
Rank
#68 / 103 | No |
82
Facility
82
MT AVG
45
Rank
#13 / 151 | - | 2
Facility
2
MT AVG
7
Rank
#35 / 91 | - | Cole Harden | 4 | 0
Facility
0
MT AVG
2.5
Rank
#1 / 73 | 1
Facility
1
MT AVG
3.4
Rank
#16 / 73 | 2
Facility
2
MT AVG
21
Rank
#7 / 59 | 0.5
Facility
0.5
MT AVG
2.7
Rank
#10 / 59 |
| Hidden Meadows | AL MC | Columbia Falls | 32
Facility
32
MT AVG
70
Rank
#78 / 103 | No |
2
Facility
2
MT AVG
45
Rank
#151 / 151 | - | 12
Facility
12
MT AVG
7
Rank
#20 / 91 | A+ | Grace Santiago | 5 | 2
Facility
2
MT AVG
2.5
Rank
#43 / 73 | 1
Facility
1
MT AVG
3.4
Rank
#16 / 73 | 3
Facility
3
MT AVG
21
Rank
#13 / 59 | 0.6
Facility
0.6
MT AVG
2.7
Rank
#13 / 59 |
| Silver Springs Assisted Living | AL | Townsend | 24
Facility
24
MT AVG
70
Rank
#84 / 103 | No |
14
Facility
14
MT AVG
45
Rank
#127 / 151 | Private Rooms | 3
Facility
3
MT AVG
7
Rank
#27 / 91 | - | Jason George | 6 | 0
Facility
0
MT AVG
2.5
Rank
#1 / 73 | 4
Facility
4
MT AVG
3.4
Rank
#44 / 73 | 8
Facility
8
MT AVG
21
Rank
#25 / 59 | 1.3
Facility
1.3
MT AVG
2.7
Rank
#26 / 59 |
| River‘s Bend Assisted Living | AL | E. Malta (Malta) | 21
Facility
21
MT AVG
70
Rank
#87 / 103 | No |
34
Facility
34
MT AVG
45
Rank
#96 / 151 | Private Rooms | 1
Facility
1
MT AVG
7
Rank
#62 / 91 | - | Jason George | 2 | 0
Facility
0
MT AVG
2.5
Rank
#1 / 73 | 1
Facility
1
MT AVG
3.4
Rank
#16 / 73 | 1
Facility
1
MT AVG
21
Rank
#2 / 59 | 0.5
Facility
0.5
MT AVG
2.7
Rank
#10 / 59 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Sapphire Lutheran Homes
Is Sapphire Lutheran Homes in a walkable area?
Sapphire Lutheran Homes has a walk score of 82. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
What is the license number of Sapphire Lutheran Homes?
According to MT state health department records, Sapphire Lutheran Homes's license number is 13294.
When does Sapphire Lutheran Homes's license expire?
According to MT state health department records, Sapphire Lutheran Homes's license expires on December 11, 2026.
How long has Sapphire Lutheran Homes been in business?
Sapphire Lutheran Homes has been operating for approximately 2 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Sapphire Lutheran Homes?
No, Sapphire Lutheran Homes has a no-pet policy.
Who is the administrator of Sapphire Lutheran Homes?
Cole Harden is the administrator of Sapphire Lutheran Homes.
How many beds does Sapphire Lutheran Homes have?
Sapphire Lutheran Homes has 40 beds.
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