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Best Assisted Living in Ada County, ID

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 2 assisted living communities in Ada County, ID using ID Dept. of Health & Welfare (DHW) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in ID
Reviewed by
Jordan Weiss, PhD
Last updated
We analyzed These are the facilities in Ada County, ID our team has analyzed — not a count of every assisted living provider in Ada County, ID.
2 homes
Other senior care options in Ada County:
Memory Care Nursing Homes Independent Living
Avg Walk Score: 34/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Ada County, ID. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 48The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Ada County, ID. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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Info below is compiled from the ID Dept. of Health & Welfare (DHW), 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. 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.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
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.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Number of inspections triggered by complaints or allegations. Useful for spotting facilities that receive frequent complaint-driven scrutiny.
Count of fire and life-safety inspections reported by the state. Focuses on building safety systems, egress, and related code compliance.
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.
Swan Falls Assisted Living
AL
MC
Kuna
63
Facility 63
ID AVG 63
Rank #46 / 96
No
33
Facility 33
ID AVG 40
Rank #94 / 169
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
3
Facility 3
ID AVG 15
Rank #92 / 112
Paris Danielle Collins Heather | Deloach Rob 2
1
Facility 1
ID AVG 1
Rank #40 / 90
0
Facility 0
ID AVG 1.6
Rank #1 / 69
2
Facility 2
ID AVG 4.1
Rank #16 / 90
33
Facility 33
ID AVG 24
Rank #58 / 86
16.5
Facility 16.5
ID AVG 6.0
Rank #85 / 86
The Cottages Assisted Living and Memory Care-Boise
AL
ADC
MC
RC
Garden City (Northwest Boise City)
32
Facility 32
ID AVG 63
Rank #74 / 96
Yes
34
Facility 34
ID AVG 40
Rank #92 / 169
-
8
Facility 8
ID AVG 15
Rank #73 / 112
Jimenez Catina Ceo Mark Maxfield Derek | Maxfield 5
1
Facility 1
ID AVG 1
Rank #40 / 90
2
Facility 2
ID AVG 1.6
Rank #37 / 69
5
Facility 5
ID AVG 4.1
Rank #52 / 90
29
Facility 29
ID AVG 24
Rank #53 / 86
5.8
Facility 5.8
ID AVG 6.0
Rank #51 / 86

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every ID community we track that reports that metric, not just the 2 analyzed for Ada County. See how we rank facilities

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Exterior view of Swan Falls Assisted Living building
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Overview of Swan Falls Assisted Living

Swan Falls is an Assisted Living community near Nampa that boasts a home-like ambiance that steeps a beautiful experience for the next home for you or your loved one– making sure residents feel like they belong. They encourage independence in their residents, which is why they provide a lifestyle based on your terms. Swan Falls leads a vibrant and enriching lifestyle that makes residents feel right at home with customized care created to fit the needs of each individual.

The well-trained staff on duty tend to your needs– on top of the services they offer: housekeeping and maintenance, cleaning, transportation, daily meals served, and ADLs.

Phone: (208) 922-3536

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Exterior view of an assisted living facility with landscaping
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Overview of The Cottages Assisted Living and Memory Care-Boise
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Nestled in the vibrant communities of Boise, Weiser, Meridian, Payette, Emmett, Mountain Home, and Middleton, The Cottages Assisted Living and Memory Care-Boise is an enticing community that offers assisted living, memory care, day care, and respite care services. A wide array of well-appointed and spacious accommodations with several floor plans are available for its residents. Having a highly trained and compassionate team, the community provides round-the-clock care and assistance to ensure comfort and security. In terms of memory care, those with cognitive conditions like Alzheimer’s disease and dementia receive individualized treatment plans catering to their immediate needs.

With its top-notch amenities and services, residents can enjoy three delightful and nutritious meals and snacks, housekeeping and laundry services, medication management, and more. Engage in various social activities and community events. At The Cottages Assisted Living and Memory Care-Boise, seniors can enjoy a wonderful retirement.

Phone: (208) 853-1255

Contact The Cottages Assisted Living and Memory Care-Boise

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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No paid rankings Communities cannot pay to influence placement.
Data source Idaho Department of Health and Welfare (DHW)
How we're paid: If we help you find a community and you move in, that community may pay us a referral fee. This never affects where they rank or what you pay. Learn more
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Ada County, ID

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Idaho?

Assisted living in Idaho supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Idaho?

Assisted living in Idaho is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Idaho Medicaid cover assisted living?

Idaho Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including Idaho) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is assisted living?

Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.

How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?

This page features 2 assisted living facilities in Ada County, ID. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Ada County, ID?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Ada County, ID, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in Ada County, ID?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.

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