Best Assisted Living in Idaho Falls, ID

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 11 assisted living communities in Idaho Falls, ID using ID Dept. of Health & Welfare (DHW) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in ID
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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. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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.
Parkwood Meadows Assisted Living Community
AL
Idaho Falls (Parkwood Pointe Apartments)
62
Facility 62
ID AVG 63
Rank #44 / 88
Yes
68
Facility 68
ID AVG 38
Rank #9 / 117
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
2
Facility 2
ID AVG 15
Rank #90 / 101
Young CarolineProvidence Group Nh, LLC1
0
Facility 0
ID AVG 1
Rank #1 / 86
0
Facility 0
ID AVG 1.7
Rank #1 / 66
1
Facility 1
ID AVG 4.2
Rank #1 / 86
3
Facility 3
ID AVG 24
Rank #4 / 83
3.0
Facility 3.0
ID AVG 6.0
Rank #9 / 83
Lincoln Court Assisted & Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
Idaho Falls
148
Facility 148
ID AVG 63
Rank #2 / 88
No
46
Facility 46
ID AVG 38
Rank #39 / 117
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
45
Facility 45
ID AVG 15
Rank #4 / 101
Fuhriman SuzanneBenton Evrett | Benton Aaron | Benton Adam | Henderson Raymond L9
0
Facility 0
ID AVG 1
Rank #1 / 86
2
Facility 2
ID AVG 1.7
Rank #35 / 66
9
Facility 9
ID AVG 4.2
Rank #37 / 86
52
Facility 52
ID AVG 24
Rank #34 / 83
5.8
Facility 5.8
ID AVG 6.0
Rank #20 / 83
Turtle & Crane Assisted Living
AL
MC
RC
Idaho Falls
48
Facility 48
ID AVG 63
Rank #52 / 88
Yes
58
Facility 58
ID AVG 38
Rank #25 / 117
Suite
11
Facility 11
ID AVG 15
Rank #57 / 101
Sagario KindraSagario Kindra | Seiler David4
1
Facility 1
ID AVG 1
Rank #36 / 86
0
Facility 0
ID AVG 1.7
Rank #1 / 66
4
Facility 4
ID AVG 4.2
Rank #23 / 86
22
Facility 22
ID AVG 24
Rank #27 / 83
5.5
Facility 5.5
ID AVG 6.0
Rank #31 / 83
Lily and Syringa
AL
MC
Idaho Falls
24
Facility 24
ID AVG 63
Rank #77 / 88
No
61
Facility 61
ID AVG 38
Rank #17 / 117
Private / Shared Rooms
7
Facility 7
ID AVG 15
Rank #68 / 101
White MaryWhite Mary | White James2
0
Facility 0
ID AVG 1
Rank #1 / 86
2
Facility 2
ID AVG 1.7
Rank #35 / 66
2
Facility 2
ID AVG 4.2
Rank #14 / 86
7
Facility 7
ID AVG 24
Rank #15 / 83
3.5
Facility 3.5
ID AVG 6.0
Rank #20 / 83
Fairwinds – Sand Creek
AL
IL
Idaho Falls
75
Facility 75
ID AVG 63
Rank #32 / 88
Yes
44
Facility 44
ID AVG 38
Rank #45 / 117
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
26
Facility 26
ID AVG 15
Rank #18 / 101
Henscheid DebbieLytle Charles S. | Lytle Karen E10
1
Facility 1
ID AVG 1
Rank #36 / 86
3
Facility 3
ID AVG 1.7
Rank #52 / 66
10
Facility 10
ID AVG 4.2
Rank #61 / 86
72
Facility 72
ID AVG 24
Rank #74 / 83
7.2
Facility 7.2
ID AVG 6.0
Rank #66 / 83
The Gables of Ammon
AL
MC
RC
Ammon (Pepperwood Village)
74
Facility 74
ID AVG 63
Rank #33 / 88
No
55
Facility 55
ID AVG 38
Rank #29 / 117
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
19
Facility 19
ID AVG 15
Rank #38 / 101
Walton CieraSorensen Josh | Sorenson Murray Jim12
1
Facility 1
ID AVG 1
Rank #36 / 86
1
Facility 1
ID AVG 1.7
Rank #13 / 66
12
Facility 12
ID AVG 4.2
Rank #49 / 86
77
Facility 77
ID AVG 24
Rank #66 / 83
6.4
Facility 6.4
ID AVG 6.0
Rank #68 / 83
MorningStar Senior Living of Idaho Falls
AL
IL
MC
RC
Idaho Falls (Sandcreek Commons)
122
Facility 122
ID AVG 63
Rank #7 / 88
Yes
28
Facility 28
ID AVG 38
Rank #71 / 117
1 Bed / 2 Bed
19
Facility 19
ID AVG 15
Rank #38 / 101
Messick KimberlyChp Idaho Falls Id Tenant Corporation11
3
Facility 3
ID AVG 1
Rank #74 / 86
2
Facility 2
ID AVG 1.7
Rank #35 / 66
11
Facility 11
ID AVG 4.2
Rank #61 / 86
35
Facility 35
ID AVG 24
Rank #50 / 83
3.2
Facility 3.2
ID AVG 6.0
Rank #37 / 83
Tambree Meadows
AL
MC
RC
Idaho Falls
44
Facility 44
ID AVG 63
Rank #59 / 88
No
26
Facility 26
ID AVG 38
Rank #76 / 117
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
17
Facility 17
ID AVG 15
Rank #44 / 101
Lewis LaceyChiu Taylor9
3
Facility 3
ID AVG 1
Rank #74 / 86
1
Facility 1
ID AVG 1.7
Rank #13 / 66
7
Facility 7
ID AVG 4.2
Rank #73 / 86
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The Gables Assisted Living & Memory Care of Idaho Falls
AL
MC
Idaho Falls
-Yes
30
Facility 30
ID AVG 38
Rank #68 / 117
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Crystal Creek
AL
Ammon
-No
42
Facility 42
ID AVG 38
Rank #48 / 117
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms---------

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other ID assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 11 analyzed for Idaho Falls. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Parkwood Meadows Assisted Living Community

Operated by Providence Group NH, LLC and administered by Young Caroline, Parkwood Meadows Assisted Living Community is a two-story assisted living community on Parkwood Street in Idaho Falls, Idaho. With 62 beds, the community has served older adults for two years and offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments to accommodate a variety of living preferences.

Additionally, residents receive support with daily activities through services such as nursing care, rehabilitation, respite care, and personalized care planning. Hospice and home health services can also be coordinated when needed, while a wellness and fitness program encourages active living and continued independence.

Restaurant-style meals are served three times daily, and an Anytime Menu provides added flexibility for those who prefer different dining schedules. Weekly housekeeping, linen services, and a pet-friendly environment further contribute to residents’ comfort and convenience.

Meanwhile, the surrounding neighborhood has a Walk Score of 68, allowing access to some nearby destinations on foot while most errands require a short drive. For individuals and families considering the community, an in-person tour offers the opportunity to discuss infection control practices, incident management, regulatory compliance, and the overall care environment.

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Overview of Lincoln Court Assisted & Senior Living

Lincoln Court Assisted & Senior Living offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Idaho Falls, ID. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while a resident keeps a private living space, independent living supports private living with community services and no daily care, and memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

The community has 148 beds and offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences. A two-bedroom residence can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. Having assisted living, independent living, and memory care on one campus can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time without requiring a move to a different community.

Medicaid is accepted. For families whose savings may not cover a long stay, that provides a way to pay through the program. A Walk Score of 46 places the area in a car-dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride for a resident who no longer drives. Fuhriman Suzanne serves as the administrator, and Stellar Senior Living operates the community.

Starting Price $3,625/Month

Contact Lincoln Court Assisted & Senior Living

Overview of Turtle & Crane Assisted Living

Turtle & Crane Assisted Living provides assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Idaho Falls, ID. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks while a resident lives in a suite, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering. Respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver is traveling or recovering, making it an option for a family that needs temporary support.

The community has 48 beds and offers private and shared suites. A resident can choose a single person living space or share with a companion. Staff are available 24 hours a day, so assistance is present around the clock. Special diets, including diets for diabetes, are supported, and pets are allowed.

Medicaid is accepted, giving families a payment option when a resident qualifies for that coverage. Sagario Kindra serves as the administrator, and Niguel Sante Management operates the community. A Walk Score of 58 places the area in the somewhat walkable range, so some errands can be completed on foot. The combination of assisted living, memory care, and respite care may suit a resident whose needs could grow over time or a family that needs short term support.

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Lily and Syringa

840 1St St, Idaho Falls, ID 83401
Overview of Lily and Syringa

Lily and Syringa offer an unmatched level of quality assisted living and memory care services focusing on promoting and improving individual wellness. The home-like environment ensures a vibrant and professional level of care for seniors who need assistance with everyday living. Residents at Lily and Syringa excel in a stimulating atmosphere that helps them maintain a level of independence while receiving additional support.

Lily and Syringa succeeds in balancing a home-like and professional atmosphere in its residence by providing essential amenities and services that help with everyday living– 24-hour care, an in-house nurse staff, medication management, meals served daily, engaging activities, and housekeeping services available.

Contact Lily and Syringa

Overview of Fairwinds – Sand Creek

Fairwinds is an independent living and assisted living community where both living options are guaranteed to be comfortable for residents to maintain their individuality and freedom. Residents in the community are cared for by ensuring that the holistic wellness of each resident is met. The community gives off an engaging and enriching environment where the professional care staff is wholly attentive and ready to go above and beyond for the residents. For over 50 years, Fairwinds has celebrated and understood the importance of growth by ensuring seniors get the best possible care and limitless opportunities during their stay.

The lifestyle at Fairwinds is inspired by resort-style stay– leisure is the center of senior wellness. Community features include restaurant-style dining experiences curated by an in-house chef, PrimeFit Wellness classes, a café, a private dining room, a salon and barbershop, transportation, guest parking, and a courtyard with outdoor seating.

$4,480/Month

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Overview of The Gables of Ammon

The Gables of Ammon is an extraordinary community offering a specialized memory care unit alongside exceptional assisted living homes in Idaho Falls. Nestled in a desirable location near shopping and entertainment venues, as well as the renowned Belt View Hospital, this community provides a unique blend of comfort and care. Residents can find solace and peace of mind knowing they have access to the specialized care they need, all while enjoying the amenities and services of the larger community.

The homes are designed to promote independence and provide a comfortable living space that residents can truly call their own. With spacious floor plans and elegant dining rooms, these homes offer a welcoming and homelike atmosphere for individuals seeking assisted living services. From daily housekeeping and laundry services to a full-service salon, every aspect of residents’ well-being is attended to with care. The community features two inviting courtyards with raised beds and a delightful putting green, providing opportunities for outdoor relaxation and recreation. Additionally, each room is equipped with satellite TV and phone access, ensuring residents can stay connected and entertained at their convenience.

Contact The Gables of Ammon

Overview of MorningStar Senior Living of Idaho Falls

MorningStar Senior Living of Idaho Falls offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Idaho Falls, Idaho. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for a resident who may be at risk of wandering, and respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

Several care levels are available in one community, which can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time without requiring a move elsewhere. The home has 122 beds, along with one bedroom and two bedroom residences. A two bedroom layout may work well for a couple moving together or for someone who wants a companion.

The community may be a good fit for someone or a couple seeking different levels of support within the same setting. MorningStar Senior Living of Idaho Falls is in the Sandcreek Commons neighborhood, and pets are allowed, so a resident may be able to continue living with a pet. Messick Kimberly serves as the administrator, and CHP Idaho Falls ID Tenant operates the community.

Contact MorningStar Senior Living of Idaho Falls

Overview of Tambree Meadows

Tambree Meadows is a resident-centered community that has been one of the trusted homes by many families over the years. They are known for having its residents of assisted living and memory care to live as freely as they want while promoting a cultivating experience that stimulates their holistic wellness. Tambree Meadows is the home where residents can continue to maintain their sense of individuality while fulfilling a purposeful life.

The vibrant community offers an array of services for a worry-free lifestyle– housekeeping and laundry services, ADLS, delicious dietician-approved menus, enriching activities and stimulating programs for the memory care unit.

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Overview of The Gables Assisted Living & Memory Care of Idaho Falls

Serving older adults via assisted living and memory care programs, The Gables Assisted Living & Memory Care of Idaho Falls stands on South 5th West in Idaho Falls. It occupies a two-story building with suite-style housing. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot in this somewhat walkable neighborhood with a Walk Score of 30, but most trips demand a car. The surrounding area has the feel of a quieter, car-dependent part of town, which may suit families who cherish a residential setting over a more urban environment.

As an assisted living provider with a memory care focus, The Gables Assisted Living & Memory Care of Idaho Falls is built to support residents needing help with daily activities like bathing, dressing, medication management, and meals, while encouraging independence where possible. Memory care occupants receive specialized support tailored to their specific needs. The blend of both care types in one community lets families explore both options during their visit or consider this home for an occupant with possibly evolving needs.

For families contemplating The Gables Assisted Living & Memory Care of Idaho Falls, an on-site tour is the best way to see the suite layouts, understand the daily environment, and learn about the specific programs and services offered.

Contact The Gables Assisted Living & Memory Care of Idaho Falls

Overview of Crystal Creek

Crystal Creek provides assisted living in Ammon, ID. Residents can receive help with daily tasks while living in a private or semi-private room. A private room suits someone who wants a single-occupancy space, while a semi-private room suits someone comfortable sharing with a companion. Crystal Creek may be a good fit for a resident who needs daily support and prefers one of these room arrangements.

A Walk Score of 42 places Crystal Creek in a car-dependent setting, meaning most errands require a car or a ride. A resident who no longer drives would need transportation for those trips.

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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Idaho Falls, ID

What is the average cost of assisted living in Idaho Falls, ID?

The average monthly cost of assisted living in Idaho Falls, ID is approximately $4,500. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for assisted living in Idaho Falls, ID?

Assisted living in Idaho Falls, ID typically ranges from $4,000–$6,600 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at assisted living facilities in Idaho Falls, ID?

Assisted living facilities in Idaho Falls, ID typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:6 to 1:12.

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.

Assisted Living in Idaho Falls at a glance

Avg Monthly Cost: $5,727The average monthly cost across facilities in Idaho Falls, ID. Reflects published or estimated base rates and can vary with care level, room type, and amenities. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: $5,600
Avg Walk Score: 44/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Idaho Falls, 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: 75The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Idaho Falls, ID. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90