Best Senior Communities in Montana

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Jun 2026

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151 homes in Montana

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Montana Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

Other senior care options in Montana:

Assisted Living Memory Care Nursing Homes Independent Living

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The information below is reported by the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services, Quality Assurance Division.


The Iris Senior Living	SC Senior Communities AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.	Great Falls	83 Facility 83 MT AVG 70 Rank #38 / 106	Yes	74 Facility 74 MT AVG 43 Rank #20 / 159	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	48 Facility 48 MT AVG 7 Rank #1 / 89	A+	Kathy Kuntz	3	0 Facility 0 MT AVG 2.7 Rank #1 / 82	0 Facility 0 MT AVG 3.7 Rank #1 / 82	0 Facility 0 MT AVG 21 Rank #1 / 82	0.0 Facility 0.0 MT AVG 4.2 Rank #1 / 82
Brookdale Springmeadows	SC Senior Communities AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Bozeman (South Meadow)	85 Facility 85 MT AVG 70 Rank #37 / 106	Yes	8 Facility 8 MT AVG 43 Rank #140 / 159	Studio / 1 Bed	48 Facility 48 MT AVG 7 Rank #1 / 89	A+	Crissy Freese	9	4 Facility 4 MT AVG 2.7 Rank #60 / 82	6 Facility 6 MT AVG 3.7 Rank #63 / 82	20 Facility 20 MT AVG 21 Rank #55 / 82	2.2 Facility 2.2 MT AVG 4.2 Rank #54 / 82
Touchmark on Saddle Drive – Helena	SC Senior Communities AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.	Helena	82 Facility 82 MT AVG 70 Rank #40 / 106	Yes	8 Facility 8 MT AVG 43 Rank #140 / 159	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	2 Facility 2 MT AVG 7 Rank #33 / 89	-	Christina Milar	6	1 Facility 1 MT AVG 2.7 Rank #34 / 82	1 Facility 1 MT AVG 3.7 Rank #16 / 82	0 Facility 0 MT AVG 21 Rank #1 / 82	0.0 Facility 0.0 MT AVG 4.2 Rank #1 / 82
Edgewood Helena	SC Senior Communities AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Helena	80 Facility 80 MT AVG 70 Rank #41 / 106	No	10 Facility 10 MT AVG 43 Rank #137 / 159	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	1 Facility 1 MT AVG 7 Rank #57 / 89	-	Julia Morrow	13	8 Facility 8 MT AVG 2.7 Rank #75 / 82	6 Facility 6 MT AVG 3.7 Rank #63 / 82	21 Facility 21 MT AVG 21 Rank #57 / 82	1.6 Facility 1.6 MT AVG 4.2 Rank #49 / 82
Canyon Creek Memory Care Community	SC Senior Communities MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.	Billings	67 Facility 67 MT AVG 70 Rank #51 / 106	No	17 Facility 17 MT AVG 43 Rank #124 / 159	Private / Shared Suite	1 Facility 1 MT AVG 7 Rank #57 / 89	A+	Stacie Kautzman	11	6 Facility 6 MT AVG 2.7 Rank #72 / 82	4 Facility 4 MT AVG 3.7 Rank #45 / 82	11 Facility 11 MT AVG 21 Rank #43 / 82	1.0 Facility 1.0 MT AVG 4.2 Rank #34 / 82
The Springs at Butte	SC Senior Communities AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.	Butte	65 Facility 65 MT AVG 70 Rank #54 / 106	Yes	19 Facility 19 MT AVG 43 Rank #119 / 159	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	2 Facility 2 MT AVG 7 Rank #33 / 89	-	Aimee Charon	8	4 Facility 4 MT AVG 2.7 Rank #60 / 82	3 Facility 3 MT AVG 3.7 Rank #39 / 82	5 Facility 5 MT AVG 21 Rank #33 / 82	0.6 Facility 0.6 MT AVG 4.2 Rank #27 / 82
The Village Senior Residence	SC Senior Communities AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Missoula (Old Fort Road)	117 Facility 117 MT AVG 70 Rank #13 / 106	No	49 Facility 49 MT AVG 43 Rank #69 / 159	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	2 Facility 2 MT AVG 7 Rank #33 / 89	-	,	12	4 Facility 4 MT AVG 2.7 Rank #60 / 82	8 Facility 8 MT AVG 3.7 Rank #70 / 82	15 Facility 15 MT AVG 21 Rank #48 / 82	1.3 Facility 1.3 MT AVG 4.2 Rank #40 / 82
Spring Creek Inn Memory Care Community	SC Senior Communities AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.	Bozeman (West Winds)	67 Facility 67 MT AVG 70 Rank #51 / 106	Yes	24 Facility 24 MT AVG 43 Rank #112 / 159	Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms	1 Facility 1 MT AVG 7 Rank #57 / 89	-	Stacia Jensen	17	11 Facility 11 MT AVG 2.7 Rank #79 / 82	8 Facility 8 MT AVG 3.7 Rank #70 / 82	26 Facility 26 MT AVG 21 Rank #62 / 82	1.5 Facility 1.5 MT AVG 4.2 Rank #46 / 82
The Springs at Bozeman	SC Senior Communities AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Bozeman (Gallatin Center)	105 Facility 105 MT AVG 70 Rank #20 / 106	No	36 Facility 36 MT AVG 43 Rank #95 / 159	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	2 Facility 2 MT AVG 7 Rank #33 / 89	-	Kelly Flock	5	2 Facility 2 MT AVG 2.7 Rank #43 / 82	1 Facility 1 MT AVG 3.7 Rank #16 / 82	2 Facility 2 MT AVG 21 Rank #21 / 82	0.4 Facility 0.4 MT AVG 4.2 Rank #21 / 82
MorningStar Senior Living of Billings	SC Senior Communities AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.	Billings	106 Facility 106 MT AVG 70 Rank #18 / 106	Yes	18 Facility 18 MT AVG 43 Rank #121 / 159	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	12 Facility 12 MT AVG 7 Rank #20 / 89	-	,	19	13 Facility 13 MT AVG 2.7 Rank #80 / 82	8 Facility 8 MT AVG 3.7 Rank #70 / 82	29 Facility 29 MT AVG 21 Rank #64 / 82	1.5 Facility 1.5 MT AVG 4.2 Rank #46 / 82
St. John‘s United	SC Senior Communities NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary. HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.	Billings	104 Facility 104 MT AVG 70 Rank #21 / 106	No	6 Facility 6 MT AVG 43 Rank #144 / 159	Private Rooms	1 Facility 1 MT AVG 7 Rank #57 / 89	-	Karna Rhodes	1	0 Facility 0 MT AVG 2.7 Rank #1 / 82	0 Facility 0 MT AVG 3.7 Rank #1 / 82	33 Facility 33 MT AVG 21 Rank #69 / 82	33.0 Facility 33.0 MT AVG 4.2 Rank #82 / 82
Birchwood at Hillcrest	SC Senior Communities AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.	Bozeman (East Main)	47 Facility 47 MT AVG 70 Rank #66 / 106	Yes	10 Facility 10 MT AVG 43 Rank #137 / 159	Studio	2 Facility 2 MT AVG 7 Rank #33 / 89	-	,	5	0 Facility 0 MT AVG 2.7 Rank #1 / 82	1 Facility 1 MT AVG 3.7 Rank #16 / 82	3 Facility 3 MT AVG 21 Rank #27 / 82	0.6 Facility 0.6 MT AVG 4.2 Rank #27 / 82
The Legacy in the Heights	SC Senior Communities AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Billings (Heights)	40 Facility 40 MT AVG 70 Rank #70 / 106	Yes	57 Facility 57 MT AVG 43 Rank #51 / 159	Suite	1 Facility 1 MT AVG 7 Rank #57 / 89	-	Claire Banderob	2	1 Facility 1 MT AVG 2.7 Rank #34 / 82	0 Facility 0 MT AVG 3.7 Rank #1 / 82	0 Facility 0 MT AVG 21 Rank #1 / 82	0.0 Facility 0.0 MT AVG 4.2 Rank #1 / 82
Silver Springs Assisted Living	SC Senior Communities AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Townsend	24 Facility 24 MT AVG 70 Rank #87 / 106	No	14 Facility 14 MT AVG 43 Rank #128 / 159	Private Rooms	2 Facility 2 MT AVG 7 Rank #33 / 89	-	Jason George	6	0 Facility 0 MT AVG 2.7 Rank #1 / 82	4 Facility 4 MT AVG 3.7 Rank #45 / 82	8 Facility 8 MT AVG 21 Rank #39 / 82	1.3 Facility 1.3 MT AVG 4.2 Rank #40 / 82
Edgewood Billings	SC Senior Communities MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.	Billings (Heights)	30 Facility 30 MT AVG 70 Rank #82 / 106	No	29 Facility 29 MT AVG 43 Rank #106 / 159	Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms	18 Facility 18 MT AVG 7 Rank #12 / 89	-	Kelsey Miller	9	3 Facility 3 MT AVG 2.7 Rank #49 / 82	6 Facility 6 MT AVG 3.7 Rank #63 / 82	25 Facility 25 MT AVG 21 Rank #61 / 82	2.8 Facility 2.8 MT AVG 4.2 Rank #60 / 82

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Overview of Sweetwater Retirement Community

Sweetwater Retirement Community offers the best retirement living options in Montana, catering to both assisted and independent living for seniors. The accommodations are spacious and luxurious, with options like townhome villas for those who prefer a little more space. But Sweetwater Retirement Community doesn’t just stop at providing comfortable living spaces. They also have a calendar of events that is thoughtfully crafted to cater to the interests of all residents, ensuring that each day is filled with exciting activities and events.
The community boasts a wide array of top-notch amenities, including a wellness center, library, chapel, theater, garage, billiards room, and private dining room. The meals served in the dining area are not only delicious but also home-cooked, adding a personal touch to each resident’s experience. And who doesn’t love a visit to the ice cream parlor for a sweet treat on a sunny afternoon?

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Ranking Methodology

How we rank these communities

Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.

Public data
6 weighted categories
Updated quarterly

Full methodology

Weighting overview

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

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

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

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

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

Community Stability 10%

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

Includes
Occupancy Rate
Bed Options

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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What is senior living?

Senior communities are residential settings designed for adults aged 55 or older, with options ranging from active independent living to assisted living and memory care.

How many senior communities are listed on this page?

This page features 151 senior communities in Montana. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right senior community in Montana?

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 Montana, 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 senior communities in Montana?

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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