Page 7 of Best Assisted Living in Idaho

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 123 assisted living communities in 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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
Brookdale Boise Parkcenter
AL
Boise (Southeast Boise)
100
Facility 100
ID AVG 63
Rank #12 / 88
Yes
60
Facility 60
ID AVG 38
Rank #20 / 117
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
48
Facility 48
ID AVG 15
Rank #1 / 101
A+Dyer BrandyFebc-Alt Investors, LLC12
6
Facility 6
ID AVG 1
Rank #85 / 86
4
Facility 4
ID AVG 1.7
Rank #60 / 66
9
Facility 9
ID AVG 4.2
Rank #84 / 86
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MorningStar Senior Living of Boise
AL
IL
MC
Boise (West Boise)
85
Facility 85
ID AVG 63
Rank #21 / 88
Yes
9
Facility 9
ID AVG 38
Rank #107 / 117
Suite
12
Facility 12
ID AVG 15
Rank #54 / 101
A+Driesel JillChp Boise Id Tenant Corporation5
2
Facility 2
ID AVG 1
Rank #63 / 86
1
Facility 1
ID AVG 1.7
Rank #13 / 66
5
Facility 5
ID AVG 4.2
Rank #49 / 86
--
Brookside Landing Orofino LLC
AL
IL
Orofino
51
Facility 51
ID AVG 63
Rank #51 / 88
No
50
Facility 50
ID AVG 38
Rank #35 / 117
-
2
Facility 2
ID AVG 15
Rank #90 / 101
-Bretz DeneaneBrookside Landing1
0
Facility 0
ID AVG 1
Rank #1 / 86
-
1
Facility 1
ID AVG 4.2
Rank #1 / 86
4
Facility 4
ID AVG 24
Rank #7 / 83
4.0
Facility 4.0
ID AVG 6.0
Rank #20 / 83
Avista Senior Living Twin Falls
AL
Twin Falls
45
Facility 45
ID AVG 63
Rank #54 / 88
Yes
90
Facility 90
ID AVG 38
Rank #1 / 117
-
3
Facility 3
ID AVG 15
Rank #90 / 101
-Watson TamraTwin Falls Al, LLC2
0
Facility 0
ID AVG 1
Rank #1 / 86
-
2
Facility 2
ID AVG 4.2
Rank #14 / 86
5
Facility 5
ID AVG 24
Rank #10 / 83
2.5
Facility 2.5
ID AVG 6.0
Rank #8 / 83
Table Rock Senior Living at Park Place
AL
MC
RC
Nampa
80
Facility 80
ID AVG 63
Rank #26 / 88
Yes
6
Facility 6
ID AVG 38
Rank #110 / 117
-
1
Facility 1
ID AVG 15
Rank #97 / 101
-Connell GaryThe Pennant Group, Inc1
0
Facility 0
ID AVG 1
Rank #1 / 86
-
1
Facility 1
ID AVG 4.2
Rank #1 / 86
4
Facility 4
ID AVG 24
Rank #7 / 83
4.0
Facility 4.0
ID AVG 6.0
Rank #20 / 83
Lakeside – East
AL
MC
Winchester
36
Facility 36
ID AVG 63
Rank #64 / 88
No
21
Facility 21
ID AVG 38
Rank #88 / 117
-
9
Facility 9
ID AVG 15
Rank #62 / 101
-Arnzen AmandaLakeside Residential Care, Inc (Primary)1
0
Facility 0
ID AVG 1
Rank #1 / 86
-
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
Harbor Assisted Living
AL
MC
Nampa (The Islands)
12
Facility 12
ID AVG 63
Rank #85 / 88
No
5
Facility 5
ID AVG 38
Rank #112 / 117
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
7
Facility 7
ID AVG 15
Rank #68 / 101
-Burke MaryGilster Chris4
2
Facility 2
ID AVG 1
Rank #63 / 86
1
Facility 1
ID AVG 1.7
Rank #13 / 66
4
Facility 4
ID AVG 4.2
Rank #37 / 86
17
Facility 17
ID AVG 24
Rank #36 / 83
4.3
Facility 4.3
ID AVG 6.0
Rank #31 / 83
Veranda Senior Living at Barber Station
AL
MC
RC
Boise (Warm Springs Mesa)
100
Facility 100
ID AVG 63
Rank #12 / 88
Yes-Studio / 1 bed / 2 bed
4
Facility 4
ID AVG 15
Rank #78 / 101
-Freston JoelThe Pennant Group, Inc3
1
Facility 1
ID AVG 1
Rank #36 / 86
0
Facility 0
ID AVG 1.7
Rank #1 / 66
3
Facility 3
ID AVG 4.2
Rank #23 / 86
40
Facility 40
ID AVG 24
Rank #65 / 83
13.3
Facility 13.3
ID AVG 6.0
Rank #79 / 83
Post Falls Ops, LLC, dba Guardian Angel Homes
AL
IL
MC
RC
Post Falls
126
Facility 126
ID AVG 63
Rank #4 / 88
No
67
Facility 67
ID AVG 38
Rank #12 / 117
-
26
Facility 26
ID AVG 15
Rank #15 / 101
-Frantz CarlyTailored Management Services, LLC (Primary)5
1
Facility 1
ID AVG 1
Rank #36 / 86
-
5
Facility 5
ID AVG 4.2
Rank #49 / 86
28
Facility 28
ID AVG 24
Rank #50 / 83
5.6
Facility 5.6
ID AVG 6.0
Rank #47 / 83
Canyons Senior Living, LLC
AL
MC
Twin Falls
64
Facility 64
ID AVG 63
Rank #39 / 88
No
90
Facility 90
ID AVG 38
Rank #1 / 117
-
1
Facility 1
ID AVG 15
Rank #97 / 101
-Tolle Jessica-1
0
Facility 0
ID AVG 1
Rank #1 / 86
-
1
Facility 1
ID AVG 4.2
Rank #1 / 86
2
Facility 2
ID AVG 24
Rank #2 / 83
2.0
Facility 2.0
ID AVG 6.0
Rank #3 / 83

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 123 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Harbor Assisted Living

The Harbor Assisted Living offers exceptional personal care for assisted living and memory care residents in a cozy, home-like environment. The compassionate team of caregivers performs nothing less than exceptional service. Ensuring that each resident lives a vibrant lifestyle, staff strives to make a positive impact in the lives of each resident. Harbor Assisted Living home enriches and engages every senior to help cultivate their personal growth during their golden years.

The well-trained staff on duty tend to your needs– on top of the services they offer: housekeeping and maintenance, housekeeping, respite care; and amenities that include walking paths, a fenced backyard, and spacious rooms available. 

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Overview of Veranda Senior Living at Barber Station

Operated by The Pennant Group, Inc, Veranda Senior Living at Barber Station is a 100-bed community operating for three years in Boise, Idaho. Located on East Barber Valley Drive, it’s set in a car-dependent area where most errands and outings demand a vehicle.

The facility sits in a quieter part of Boise, away from the busier downtown core, which can attract residents and families preferring a more residential setting. The car-dependent location means visiting family members must plan to drive, and those thinking of a community where they can walk to nearby services or activities will want to check out other options closer to Boise’s walkable neighborhoods.

State inspections have noted themes pertaining to infection control, staffing adequacy, dietary compliance, and resident engagement, plus procedural areas like background check documentation and medication management.

Families considering Veranda Senior Living at Barber Station must ask during their tour how operational areas are managed daily, and request data on the steps taken to address inspection findings. The home welcomes families to visit and tour it to see the space and ask about care offerings, staffing, meals, activities, and daily operations.

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Overview of Avista Senior Living Twin Falls

Avista Senior Living Twin Falls provides assisted living in Twin Falls, ID, with help for daily tasks while residents maintain their own apartments. The community has 45 beds, a smaller scale that can allow staff and residents to get to know each other. Respite care is also available for short stays, which may suit a family caregiver who needs temporary support while traveling or recovering.

A Walk Score of 90 makes the area a walker’s paradise, with daily errands that do not require a car. Residents who no longer drive may still be able to complete nearby errands independently on foot. Restaurant style dining includes nutritious meals prepared by chefs, and the salon and spa provides on site grooming services. Transportation is available for community outings or other trips, and pets are allowed. Watson Tamra serves as the administrator, and Twin Falls AL operates the community.

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Overview of Brookside Landing Orofino

Brookside Landing Orofino offers assisted living and independent living in Orofino, ID. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a private apartment. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care.

Having both care levels can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time, since moving to assisted living does not require leaving the community. The community has 51 beds, and Medicaid is accepted, giving eligible residents a payment option when personal savings may not cover the full cost of a long stay. Bretz DeNeane serves as administrator, and Brookside Landing operates the community.

A Walk Score of 50 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot. A resident who no longer drives may be able to complete certain nearby errands independently.

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Overview of Post Falls Ops, LLC, DBA Guardian Angel Homes

Guardian Angel Homes provides assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Post Falls, ID. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident maintains a private living space, while independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia, and respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs time away.

Because the community offers several care levels, a resident whose needs grow may be able to move to a different level without leaving the community. The 126-bed community may suit someone who needs a range of senior living services in one setting, as well as a family seeking short-term care during a caregiver’s recovery or travel.

A Walk Score of 67 places the area in the somewhat walkable range, meaning some errands can be completed on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach select destinations independently. Medicaid is accepted as a payment option. Frantz Carly serves as administrator, and Tailored Management Services operates the community.

Beautiful walking paths give residents an on-site place to take walks, while community spaces provide areas for daily activities outside a private living space.

Contact Post Falls Ops, LLC, dba Guardian Angel Homes

Overview of Brookdale Boise Parkcenter

Brookdale Boise Parkcenter is an assisted living community in Boise, Idaho, in the Southeast Boise neighborhood. Assisted living here includes help with bathing, dressing, and medication while residents live in private apartments, making it a possible fit for someone who needs daily support without leaving apartment living.

Assisted living starts at $5,590. That gives families an initial price point for planning payment at the listed care level. Medicaid and Medicare are accepted, with Medicaid potentially helping when personal savings do not cover a long stay, while Medicare generally applies to short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence. The community has 100 beds.

Residents can choose from studios, one bedroom apartments, and two bedroom apartments. A studio offers one private space, while a two bedroom layout may suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. Apartment choices can shape how much private space a resident has day to day.

A pool, fitness center, salon, and spa provide on site options for exercise and personal care. Landscaped grounds and walking paths add outdoor space for time outside. These features give residents places to exercise, attend to personal care, or walk without leaving the community.

Personalized dining incorporates residents’ preferences and dietary needs, including special diets, so meals can reflect individual requirements. Daily activities include fitness classes, shopping trips, and social events, with transportation supporting participation in scheduled outings. There are several ways to stay involved.

Respite care is available for short stays when a primary caregiver needs to travel or recover. Short term rehabilitation can support someone recovering after an illness or injury. These options may also help during a temporary change in care needs.

Dyer Brandy serves as the administrator, and FEBC-ALT Investors operates the community. Pets are allowed, so residents may bring a pet with them. A Walk Score of 60 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, meaning some errands can be completed on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to handle select nearby errands independently.

Contact Brookdale Boise Parkcenter

Overview of MorningStar Senior Living of Boise

MorningStar of Boise, located in the vibrant city of Boise, offers a fashionable community that caters to the diverse needs of seniors. With a wide selection of independent living apartments and assisted living services, MorningStar provides a refreshing change of lifestyle for active seniors as well as the necessary care for those requiring assistance with daily tasks. Residents can enjoy luxury amenities, exquisite dining options, and exceptional senior care and hospitality services.

Situated in Boise, a safe and welcoming mid-size city renowned for its friendly atmosphere, stunning scenery, and affordable cost of living, MorningStar offers proximity to nature and a host of attractions. The downtown area, known for its vibrant and pedestrian-friendly environment, is home to the Boise Centre, featuring a wide array of shops, restaurants, and microbreweries. The community also benefits from the presence of quality medical facilities nearby. MorningStar prides itself on its all-day, restaurant-style dining experience led by an Executive Chef. The menu is thoughtfully crafted to accommodate residents’ dietary restrictions and preferences, recognizing the pivotal role of a healthy diet in personal wellness. MorningStar offers wellness programs and engaging activities that promote physical, mental, social, and spiritual enrichment. The community offers a variety of suite options, ensuring that each resident can find a floor plan and configuration that suit their preferences and needs.  

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Overview of Lakeside – East

Lakeside, East provides assisted living and memory care in Winchester, ID. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps their own apartment; memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having both care levels in one community can suit a resident whose needs grow over time and may otherwise require a move to a different setting.

Opened in 2003, Lakeside, East has 36 beds. Its smaller size can suit someone who prefers a smaller, more intimate community. Care services include mental health care, dementia care, Alzheimer’s care, and residential care for all ages.

Medicaid is accepted, giving a family whose savings may not cover a long stay a potential way to pay for eligible care through that program. Arnzen Amanda serves as administrator, and Lakeside Residential Care operates the community.

Contact Lakeside – East

Overview of Table Rock Senior Living at Park Place

Table Rock Senior Living at Park Place provides assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Nampa, ID. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Respite care offers a short-term stay for a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel, recover, or take a break.

Having all three care types in one community can allow a resident to change care levels without leaving the community. The 80-bed community has space for residents across its care settings without indicating a small or large community size. The combination of care levels may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time, while respite care can suit a family caregiver who needs temporary support.

Medicaid is accepted, giving families who use that program a payment option for care at the community. Pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet when moving in. Chef-prepared meals provide daily dining without residents needing to prepare each meal themselves, and an on-site salon gives residents access to grooming services within the community.

Residents can use the fitness gym and fitness classes for exercise, while the chapel provides an on-site worship space. The community is operated by The Pennant Group, and Connell Gary serves as administrator.

Contact Table Rock Senior Living at Park Place

Overview of Canyons Senior Living

Canyons Senior Living provides assisted living and memory care in Twin Falls, ID. Assisted living offers help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing and medication while a resident keeps their own apartment, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering; the community may be a good fit for someone whose needs could grow from daily assistance to memory support. The community has 64 beds.

A Walk Score of 90 places the area in a walker’s paradise, where daily errands do not require a car, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Medicaid is accepted, giving families a payment option when personal savings may not cover a long stay.

Canyons Senior Living offers intravenous therapy, pain management, post-surgical stabilization, non-acute cardiac care and dialysis support, along with rehabilitation services that can support recovery and ongoing physical function. Tolle Jessica serves as the administrator.

Contact Canyons Senior Living, LLC

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

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 123 assisted living facilities in Idaho. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Idaho?

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 Idaho, 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 Idaho?

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.

Assisted Living in Idaho at a glance

Avg Monthly Cost: $4,882The average monthly cost across facilities in Idaho. 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: 38/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Idaho. 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: 63The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Idaho. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90