Sweetwater Assisted Living
Sweetwater Assisted Living, also known as Sweetwater Retirement Community, is a senior living community in Billings, Montana, located on Sweet Water Drive about four and a half miles from the city center. It offers a full range of care under one roof, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care, which gives families the option to stay in one familiar place as needs change over time. The community is led by director Jeannette Ivan.
Housing is set in a two-story building with studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom layouts, and room sizes range from roughly 497 to just over 1,000 square feet. For residents who want more space and privacy, Sweetwater also offers townhome villas. Pets are welcome, which can matter a great deal to residents bringing a companion animal along.
Daily life is supported by a movie theater, a library and computer room, a wellness center, a chapel, and an on-site salon. Practical services round out the setting, with scheduled transportation for appointments and outings, weekly housekeeping, and emergency response systems in place for added peace of mind. Fitness and recreation programming give residents regular ways to stay active and connected.
The surrounding neighborhood has a Walk Score of 27, so a few errands may be reachable on foot while most trips will involve transportation, which the community helps arrange. Families weighing Sweetwater may want to tour the villa and apartment options in person to see which layout best fits their loved one.
Community insights.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 497 / 548 / 811 / 1,018 - 1,068 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Two-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Sweetwater Assisted Living
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4.5 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.
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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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| MorningStar Senior Living of Billings | AL MC | Billings | 106
Facility
106
MT AVG
70
Rank
#18 / 103 | Yes |
18
Facility
18
MT AVG
45
Rank
#118 / 149 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 12
Facility
12
MT AVG
7
Rank
#20 / 91 | A+ | , | 8 | 13
Facility
13
MT AVG
3
Rank
#71 / 73 | 8
Facility
8
MT AVG
3.5
Rank
#67 / 73 | 29
Facility
29
MT AVG
21
Rank
#47 / 59 | 3.6
Facility
3.6
MT AVG
4.2
Rank
#38 / 59 |
| Mission Ridge | AL IL | Billings | 70
Facility
70
MT AVG
70
Rank
#45 / 103 | Yes |
9
Facility
9
MT AVG
45
Rank
#136 / 149 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 2
Facility
2
MT AVG
7
Rank
#35 / 91 | - | Mark Wagstaff | 2 | 0
Facility
0
MT AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 73 | 2
Facility
2
MT AVG
3.5
Rank
#31 / 73 | 8
Facility
8
MT AVG
21
Rank
#25 / 59 | 4.0
Facility
4.0
MT AVG
4.2
Rank
#44 / 59 |
| St. John‘s United WyndStone | AL IL MC | Billings (Heights) | 36
Facility
36
MT AVG
70
Rank
#75 / 103 | No |
3
Facility
3
MT AVG
45
Rank
#145 / 149 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 1
Facility
1
MT AVG
7
Rank
#62 / 91 | - | Kailee Noyes | 2 | 0
Facility
0
MT AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 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
4.2
Rank
#8 / 59 |
| Your Home Away From Home Assisted Living | AL RC | Billings (Heights) | 8
Facility
8
MT AVG
70
Rank
#101 / 103 | No |
15
Facility
15
MT AVG
45
Rank
#123 / 149 | Private / Semi-Private Rooms | 2
Facility
2
MT AVG
7
Rank
#35 / 91 | - | Jessica Robinson | 1 | 0
Facility
0
MT AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 73 | 1
Facility
1
MT AVG
3.5
Rank
#14 / 73 | 1
Facility
1
MT AVG
21
Rank
#2 / 59 | 1.0
Facility
1.0
MT AVG
4.2
Rank
#2 / 59 |
| Sweetwater Assisted Living | AL IL MC RC | Billings (West End) | - | Yes |
27
Facility
27
MT AVG
45
Rank
#104 / 149 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | A+ | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Assisted Living in Montana
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sweetwater Assisted Living
What neighborhood is Sweetwater Assisted Living in?
Sweetwater Assisted Living is in the West End neighborhood of Billings.
Is Sweetwater Assisted Living in a walkable area?
Sweetwater Assisted Living has a walk score of 27. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
Are pets allowed at Sweetwater Assisted Living?
Yes, Sweetwater Assisted Living allows residents to bring their pets.
Are there photos of Sweetwater Assisted Living?
Yes — there are 4 photos of Sweetwater Assisted Living in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Sweetwater Assisted Living?
Sweetwater Assisted Living is located at 3140 Sweet Water Dr, Billings, MT 59102.
What is the phone number of Sweetwater Assisted Living?
(406) 651-8111 will put you in contact with the team at Sweetwater Assisted Living.
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