Page 3 of Best Senior Communities in Montana

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 156 senior communities in MT using MT Dept. of Public Health & Human Services (DPHHS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank senior communities in MT
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Avg Walk Score: 44/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Montana. 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: 64The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Montana. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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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-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. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. 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. SC (Senior Communities):
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.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Formal complaint investigations counted in the state record—distinct from every routine licensure inspection.
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.
Timbers And Reflections At The Grandview At Benefis
SC
AL
MC
Great Falls
71
Facility 71
MT AVG 64
Rank #29 / 79
No
26
Facility 26
MT AVG 44
Rank #80 / 120
-
3
Facility 3
MT AVG 8
Rank #24 / 75
A+David Krebs4
0
Facility 0
MT AVG 3
Rank #1 / 73
4
Facility 4
MT AVG 3.5
Rank #41 / 73
21
Facility 21
MT AVG 21
Rank #41 / 59
5.3
Facility 5.3
MT AVG 4.2
Rank #50 / 59
Sapphire Lutheran Homes
SC
AL
IL
MC
Hamilton
40
Facility 40
MT AVG 64
Rank #46 / 79
No
82
Facility 82
MT AVG 44
Rank #12 / 120
-
2
Facility 2
MT AVG 8
Rank #31 / 75
-Cole Harden1
0
Facility 0
MT AVG 3
Rank #1 / 73
1
Facility 1
MT AVG 3.5
Rank #14 / 73
2
Facility 2
MT AVG 21
Rank #7 / 59
2.0
Facility 2.0
MT AVG 4.2
Rank #13 / 59
The Springs at Butte
SC
AL
IL
MC
Butte
65
Facility 65
MT AVG 64
Rank #36 / 79
Yes
19
Facility 19
MT AVG 44
Rank #89 / 120
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
2
Facility 2
MT AVG 8
Rank #31 / 75
-Aimee Charon3
4
Facility 4
MT AVG 3
Rank #57 / 73
3
Facility 3
MT AVG 3.5
Rank #36 / 73
5
Facility 5
MT AVG 21
Rank #19 / 59
1.7
Facility 1.7
MT AVG 4.2
Rank #10 / 59
Son Heaven Assisted Living II
SC
AL
Helena
15
Facility 15
MT AVG 64
Rank #70 / 79
Yes
30
Facility 30
MT AVG 44
Rank #75 / 120
Secured Beds (14)
1
Facility 1
MT AVG 8
Rank #49 / 75
-Shelley Walden2
1
Facility 1
MT AVG 3
Rank #34 / 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
MorningStar Senior Living of Billings
SC
AL
MC
Billings
106
Facility 106
MT AVG 64
Rank #12 / 79
Yes
18
Facility 18
MT AVG 44
Rank #91 / 120
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
12
Facility 12
MT AVG 8
Rank #19 / 75
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
Autumn Springs Assisted Living
SC
AL
Billings
66
Facility 66
MT AVG 64
Rank #35 / 79
No
51
Facility 51
MT AVG 44
Rank #53 / 120
-
21
Facility 21
MT AVG 8
Rank #8 / 75
A+Margo Ball5
4
Facility 4
MT AVG 3
Rank #57 / 73
5
Facility 5
MT AVG 3.5
Rank #51 / 73
12
Facility 12
MT AVG 21
Rank #32 / 59
2.4
Facility 2.4
MT AVG 4.2
Rank #23 / 59
Canyon Creek Memory Care Community
SC
MC
RC
Billings
67
Facility 67
MT AVG 64
Rank #33 / 79
Yes
17
Facility 17
MT AVG 44
Rank #93 / 120
Private / Shared Suite
1
Facility 1
MT AVG 8
Rank #49 / 75
A+Stacie Kautzman4
6
Facility 6
MT AVG 3
Rank #65 / 73
4
Facility 4
MT AVG 3.5
Rank #41 / 73
11
Facility 11
MT AVG 21
Rank #29 / 59
2.8
Facility 2.8
MT AVG 4.2
Rank #25 / 59
Echoview Assisted Living, LLC
SC
AL
MC
Kalispell
8
Facility 8
MT AVG 64
Rank #77 / 79
No
11
Facility 11
MT AVG 44
Rank #102 / 120
-
3
Facility 3
MT AVG 8
Rank #24 / 75
-Cameron Stewart1
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
Rosetta Assisted Living – Missoula
SC
AL
Missoula (Westside)
17
Facility 17
MT AVG 64
Rank #67 / 79
No
53
Facility 53
MT AVG 44
Rank #51 / 120
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
2
Facility 2
MT AVG 8
Rank #31 / 75
-Ashely Torbett1
3
Facility 3
MT AVG 3
Rank #48 / 73
1
Facility 1
MT AVG 3.5
Rank #14 / 73
3
Facility 3
MT AVG 21
Rank #13 / 59
3.0
Facility 3.0
MT AVG 4.2
Rank #27 / 59
Livingston Health and Rehab Center
SC
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Livingston
115
Facility 115
MT AVG 64
Rank #10 / 79
No
64
Facility 64
MT AVG 44
Rank #31 / 120
Secured Beds (115)
2
Facility 2
MT AVG 8
Rank #31 / 75
-Darren Bake5
3
Facility 3
MT AVG 3
Rank #48 / 73
5
Facility 5
MT AVG 3.5
Rank #51 / 73
42
Facility 42
MT AVG 21
Rank #54 / 59
8.4
Facility 8.4
MT AVG 4.2
Rank #57 / 59

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every MT community we track that reports that metric, not just the 156 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Timbers and Reflections at the Grandview at Benefis

The Grandview at Benefis has been open for three years now, sitting at 3015 18th Ave S in Great Falls, Montana. It’s a 71-bed community, administered by David Krebs, and it covers three levels of care under one roof: assisted living, nursing home care, and memory care. The neighborhood itself is car-dependent territory, with a Walk Score of 26, so most errands are going to mean driving rather than walking.

Great Falls Clinic Hospital sits just 0.17 miles away, close enough that in a real emergency, the distance barely factors in. That’s worth weighing seriously for anyone comparing options where hospital access could matter.

Because assisted living, nursing home care, and memory care all exist in the same building, a resident can move between them as needs change, without a family having to restart the search for a new placement somewhere else. That kind of built-in continuity tends to matter most exactly when you’re not expecting to need it.

Registered nurses provide 2 hours and 8 minutes of care per resident each day, and nurse aides add another 2 hours and 16 minutes. There’s also physical therapy on-site, at 19 minutes per resident per day.

The Grandview at Benefis is a newer facility that’s leaned hard into flexibility: three care levels in one location, a hospital close enough to matter, and staffing that reflects real day-to-day clinical presence. For a family anticipating that a resident’s needs might shift over time, that combination of continuity and proximity is a very useful thing.

Contact Timbers And Reflections At The Grandview At Benefis

Overview of Sapphire Lutheran Homes

Sapphire Lutheran Homes is a 40-bed independent living and memory care community in Hamilton, Montana, operated by a nonprofit Christian organization. The community sits at 501 N 10th Street in Ravalli County, in a very walkable neighborhood with a Walk Score of 82, meaning most errands can be handled on foot. Hamilton is the county seat of Ravalli County in the Bitterroot Valley, and Marcus Daly Memorial Hospital serves as the primary nearby acute-care resource.

The campus has been in operation for two years and includes 64 individual homes with one- and two-bedroom apartments set among views of the Bitterroot Mountains. Residents have access to 24-hour staffing from licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants, along with respite care and memory support services. Cole Harden serves as the administrator.

Daily life includes housekeeping and maintenance services, wellness activities covering physical, social, and spiritual dimensions, and regular exercise sessions. Residents can gather in shared community areas, use an on-site library, and take part in game rooms. Meals and scheduled activities are part of the secure living environment throughout the campus.

State inspection records for the facility center on themes including environmental and hazardous-materials safety, care planning and documentation, and dietary and food service. The setting suits older adults who want a secure, amenity-rich independent living environment with memory support built in, set within a small mountain valley community.

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Overview of The Springs at Butte

Located in a neighborly and secure atmosphere, The Springs at Butte offers a haven of tranquility for its residents. What truly sets this community apart is its commitment to providing a fulfilling senior living experience through a variety of engaging activities and events. With a range of options available, including independent living cottages, assisted living apartments, and memory care studios, residents have the freedom to choose what suits their lifestyle best. Meals are a delight, prepared with fresh ingredients, and there’s a strong emphasis on staying active and connected within the community.

Beyond the amenities like the on-site salon, barbershop, community center, greenhouse, and raised gardens, it’s the sense of vibrant living and peaceful coexistence that truly makes this community stand out. With a seamless blend of assisted living and memory care living, The Springs at Butte creates an environment that caters to individual needs while fostering a lively community spirit.

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Overview of Son Heaven Assisted Living II

Located on Ferndale Lane in Helena, Montana, Son Heaven Assisted Living II is an assisted living community that recently opened. The one-story home provides a home-like environment for seniors who need assistance with daily activities but want to live as independently as possible. With 15 beds, the smaller size may appeal to families seeking a more personal setting and one-on-one attention.

This property is in a neighborhood with a Walk Score of 30. Families would need to rely on transportation for most errands and appointments. The location may work well for residents with family members who can provide regular rides or for those who do not rely on walking to nearby services.

Over the past nine years, state inspections have reviewed the home’s operations and identified opportunities to improve service plan documentation and updates. Families interested in Son Heaven Assisted Living II should take a tour and ask how these care planning practices are managed daily.

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Overview of MorningStar Senior Living of Billings

MorningStar Senior Living of Billings offers assisted living and memory care in Billings, MT. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having both care levels in one community may suit a resident whose needs could grow from assisted living to memory care without moving to another community.

The community has 106 beds and offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences. A studio provides a single private living space, while a two-bedroom residence can suit a couple moving together. Pets are allowed, so a resident may continue pet ownership after moving in.

Starting prices are $4,595 for assisted living and $6,195 for memory care. The memory care rate reflects the secured setting and supervision associated with that care level. Respite care provides a short stay for a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover, while short-term rehabilitation offers a temporary recovery-focused option.

Executive chef-inspired meals are served in an all-day, restaurant-style dining setting, and residents can use the swimming pool, salon or spa, scheduled outings, and events. Rehabilitation services, wellness programs, and life enrichment activities are also available.

Contact MorningStar Senior Living of Billings

Overview of Autumn Springs Assisted Living

Autumn Springs Assisted Living provides assisted living in Billings, MT, with help for daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while residents maintain their own living space. The 66-bed community offers one-bedroom and two-bedroom units; a two-bedroom unit can suit a couple moving together, while a one-bedroom unit is designed for one resident.

Respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs time away, and short-term rehabilitation supports a temporary recovery period. Rehabilitation services are also available for residents who need support during recovery.

A Walk Score of 51 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, meaning some errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to handle certain nearby errands independently. Margo Ball serves as the administrator, and Autumn Springs Assisted Living may be a good fit for someone who needs help with daily tasks while living in a one-bedroom or two-bedroom unit.

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Overview of Canyon Creek Memory Care Community

Set in the scenic grounds of Billings, Montana, Canyon Creek is a peaceful senior living community that offers a safe environment for memory care. Residents live well and rest well in their carefully designed accommodations, equipped with safety features like window sensors, motion sensors, and pull cord systems for notifying caregivers on emergencies. A dedicated and hands-on team of caregivers are available 24/7 to offer support and assistance whenever residents need them.

As a family-owned community, Canyon Creek ensures that their residents always come first and receive focused attention and care with a personal touch. Boasting years of experience in providing exceptional senior living experiences, the community ensures residents are treated with respect and dignity they deserve. Offering residents a plethora of well-curated activities and services and an exceptional dining experience, Canyon Creek warrants a lifestyle that is both empowering and rewarding.

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Overview of Echoview Assisted Living

Nestled in the tranquil landscapes of Kalispell, Montana, Echoview Assisted Living emerges as a haven for seniors in pursuit of compassionate care and a homelike environment. Specializing in Alzheimer’s and dementia-related illnesses, this intimate residential care home is committed to providing personalized attention to its cherished residents. The dedicated caregivers at Echoview bring a wealth of experience and deep support, recognizing and respecting the unique needs of each individual.

If you seek a place where independence is honored and care is delivered with genuine warmth, Echoview Assisted Living eagerly awaits. Echoview goes beyond standard care, customizing its services, including meal preparation, hygiene, cleaning, supervision, and engaging activities, to ensure the comfort and well-being of each resident. Companionship is at the heart of their approach, cultivating trusted relationships that contribute to the overall sense of belonging.

Contact Echoview Assisted Living, LLC

Overview of Rosetta Assisted Living – Missoula

Rosetta Assisted Living, Missoula offers assisted living in Missoula, MT. Assisted living provides help with daily living activities, so residents can receive support with routine tasks while living in the community. The community is in the Westside neighborhood, and administrator Ashely Torbett oversees its daily operations.

With 17 beds, Rosetta Assisted Living, Missoula is a small community, which may suit someone who prefers a smaller assisted living setting. Rehabilitation services are available, giving residents access to those services through the facility. A Walk Score of 53 out of 100 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to handle certain nearby errands independently.

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Overview of Livingston Health and Rehab Center

Livingston Health and Rehab Center provides nursing home, memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Livingston, MT. Nursing home care supports residents who need ongoing nursing oversight and help with daily needs, while skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and respite care provides a short stay when a family caregiver needs time away or recovery.

The range of care types may make Livingston Health and Rehab Center a good fit for a resident whose needs change over time and who may be able to move between care levels without leaving the community. The center has 115 beds, giving families a clear sense of its capacity when considering whether its scale suits their preferences. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several ways to cover an eligible stay. Total nurse staffing is 3h 1m per resident per day, representing the recorded daily nursing time allocated per resident. A Walk Score of 64 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, so some errands can be completed on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to reach nearby destinations independently. Darren Bake serves as the administrator.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
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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 Senior Communities in Montana

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 156 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.