Page 2 of Best Independent Living in Idaho

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 75 independent living communities in ID using ID Dept. of Health & Welfare (DHW) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in ID
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Avg Walk Score: 41/ 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: 69The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Idaho. 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 to lowest based on our ranking 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. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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.
The Pointe at Meridian
IL
AL
MC
RC
Meridian
45
Facility 45
ID AVG 69
Rank #75 / 114
Yes
15
Facility 15
ID AVG 41
Rank #162 / 190
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
1
Facility 1
ID AVG 15
Rank #113 / 117
Zanelli KarenCpf - Grace Management, LLC1
0
Facility 0
ID AVG 1
Rank #1 / 90
0
Facility 0
ID AVG 1.6
Rank #1 / 69
1
Facility 1
ID AVG 4.1
Rank #2 / 90
8
Facility 8
ID AVG 24
Rank #16 / 86
8.0
Facility 8.0
ID AVG 6.0
Rank #65 / 86
Dalton Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
RC
Coeur D'alene
72
Facility 72
ID AVG 69
Rank #52 / 114
Yes
24
Facility 24
ID AVG 41
Rank #136 / 190
Studio
3
Facility 3
ID AVG 15
Rank #96 / 117
Robb VaunyDalton Senior Living4
1
Facility 1
ID AVG 1
Rank #40 / 90
2
Facility 2
ID AVG 1.6
Rank #37 / 69
4
Facility 4
ID AVG 4.1
Rank #40 / 90
31
Facility 31
ID AVG 24
Rank #54 / 86
7.8
Facility 7.8
ID AVG 6.0
Rank #64 / 86
Mountain Springs Assisted Living Center
IL
AL
HOS
MC
Spirit Lake
24
Facility 24
ID AVG 69
Rank #100 / 114
No-Private / Shared Rooms
3
Facility 3
ID AVG 15
Rank #96 / 117
Parker HeatherMountain Springs Assisted Living Center, LLC1
0
Facility 0
ID AVG 1
Rank #1 / 90
0
Facility 0
ID AVG 1.6
Rank #1 / 69
1
Facility 1
ID AVG 4.1
Rank #2 / 90
4
Facility 4
ID AVG 24
Rank #8 / 86
4.0
Facility 4.0
ID AVG 6.0
Rank #21 / 86
Fairwinds – Sand Creek
IL
AL
Idaho Falls
75
Facility 75
ID AVG 69
Rank #50 / 114
Yes
44
Facility 44
ID AVG 41
Rank #85 / 190
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
25
Facility 25
ID AVG 15
Rank #20 / 117
Henscheid DebbieSpokane-Idaho Falls, LLC6
1
Facility 1
ID AVG 1
Rank #40 / 90
3
Facility 3
ID AVG 1.6
Rank #54 / 69
6
Facility 6
ID AVG 4.1
Rank #64 / 90
49
Facility 49
ID AVG 24
Rank #76 / 86
8.2
Facility 8.2
ID AVG 6.0
Rank #68 / 86
Brookdale Coeur d’Alene
IL
AL
Coeur D'alene
96
Facility 96
ID AVG 69
Rank #33 / 114
Yes
72
Facility 72
ID AVG 41
Rank #17 / 190
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Cottage
39
Facility 39
ID AVG 15
Rank #6 / 117
Klinkefus DakotaEmeritus Corporation8
1
Facility 1
ID AVG 1
Rank #40 / 90
3
Facility 3
ID AVG 1.6
Rank #54 / 69
8
Facility 8
ID AVG 4.1
Rank #85 / 90
86
Facility 86
ID AVG 24
Rank #86 / 86
10.8
Facility 10.8
ID AVG 6.0
Rank #78 / 86
MorningStar Senior Living of Idaho Falls
IL
AL
MC
RC
Idaho Falls (Sandcreek Commons)
122
Facility 122
ID AVG 69
Rank #10 / 114
Yes
28
Facility 28
ID AVG 41
Rank #124 / 190
1 Bed / 2 Bed
19
Facility 19
ID AVG 15
Rank #44 / 117
Messick KimberlyChp Idaho Falls Id Tenant Corporation6
3
Facility 3
ID AVG 1
Rank #78 / 90
2
Facility 2
ID AVG 1.6
Rank #37 / 69
6
Facility 6
ID AVG 4.1
Rank #64 / 90
28
Facility 28
ID AVG 24
Rank #51 / 86
4.7
Facility 4.7
ID AVG 6.0
Rank #38 / 86
Truewood by Merrill, Boise
IL
AL
MC
Boise (West Boise)
124
Facility 124
ID AVG 69
Rank #8 / 114
Yes
40
Facility 40
ID AVG 41
Rank #97 / 190
Cottage / Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
14
Facility 14
ID AVG 15
Rank #57 / 117
Redwine SummerThe Merrill Group, Inc7
4
Facility 4
ID AVG 1
Rank #85 / 90
1
Facility 1
ID AVG 1.6
Rank #14 / 69
7
Facility 7
ID AVG 4.1
Rank #76 / 90
59
Facility 59
ID AVG 24
Rank #81 / 86
8.4
Facility 8.4
ID AVG 6.0
Rank #70 / 86
Sunny Ridge
IL
AL
HOS
NH
RC
SNF
Nampa (Meadowbrook Park)
62
Facility 62
ID AVG 69
Rank #64 / 114
No
71
Facility 71
ID AVG 41
Rank #18 / 190
Suite
4
Facility 4
ID AVG 15
Rank #92 / 117
Ellis VictoriaCascades At Sunny Ridge, LLC7
0
Facility 0
ID AVG 1
Rank #1 / 90
2
Facility 2
ID AVG 1.6
Rank #37 / 69
7
Facility 7
ID AVG 4.1
Rank #76 / 90
71
Facility 71
ID AVG 24
Rank #85 / 86
10.1
Facility 10.1
ID AVG 6.0
Rank #76 / 86
Karcher Estates
IL
AL
MC
Nampa
43
Facility 43
ID AVG 69
Rank #81 / 114
Yes
59
Facility 59
ID AVG 41
Rank #43 / 190
-
22
Facility 22
ID AVG 15
Rank #27 / 117
Morris Chapman JillProvidence Group Nh, LLC7
0
Facility 0
ID AVG 1
Rank #1 / 90
1
Facility 1
ID AVG 1.6
Rank #14 / 69
7
Facility 7
ID AVG 4.1
Rank #76 / 90
58
Facility 58
ID AVG 24
Rank #80 / 86
8.3
Facility 8.3
ID AVG 6.0
Rank #69 / 86
Paramount Parks at Eagle
IL
AL
MC
Eagle
82
Facility 82
ID AVG 69
Rank #41 / 114
Yes
26
Facility 26
ID AVG 41
Rank #129 / 190
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
18
Facility 18
ID AVG 15
Rank #47 / 117
Saravia TirsaParamount Parks Health Care At Eagle, LLC4
2
Facility 2
ID AVG 1
Rank #67 / 90
1
Facility 1
ID AVG 1.6
Rank #14 / 69
4
Facility 4
ID AVG 4.1
Rank #40 / 90
26
Facility 26
ID AVG 24
Rank #50 / 86
6.5
Facility 6.5
ID AVG 6.0
Rank #57 / 86

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every ID community we track that reports that metric, not just the 75 on this page.

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The Pointe at Meridian

3123 S Titanium Ave, Meridian, ID 83642
Overview of The Pointe at Meridian

Live your golden years to the fullest at The Pointe at Meridian, an exceptional senior living in Meridian, IDoffering independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. The community offers inviting living spaces, ranging from studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments. Featuring their Vibrant Living Program, the community ensures fun, enriching activities, such as chair yoga class, art therapy, virtual bowling, and movie nights.

The community’s trusted therapy partners provide residents access to tailored fitness programs that match their unique needs, enhances their mobility, and alleviates their stress levels. One of the highlights of living at The Pointe at Meridian is their restaurant-style dining featuring fresh ingredients and homestyle meals. With planned social activities, a wide array of amenities, and a caring team available 24/7, the community ensures residents experience a fulfilling retirement life.

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Overview of Dalton Senior Living

Age without worries at Dalton Senior Living, an exceptional community in Coeur d’Alene, ID, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care. Alongside beautifully furnished and cozy accommodation, top-tier personalized care is provided, ensuring residents’ comfort and safety. The community also handles the housekeeping and other chores, so residents have more time to do the things they love.

A thoughtfully planned calendar of fun recreational activities and enriching programs is conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Mealtimes foster comfort and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and healthy dining options. With plenty of cozy communal spaces and comprehensive services, residents are guaranteed the finest retirement experience.

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Mountain Springs Assisted Living Center

3254 Spirit Lake Cutoff Rd, Spirit Lake, ID 83869
Overview of Mountain Springs Assisted Living Center

Mountain Springs Assisted Living Center is an exceptional community in Spirit Lake, ID, offering assisted living, memory care, adult day care, respite care, and hospice care. With a kind and highly trained team available around the clock, residents receive top-notch care for their unique needs. Residents can keep their peace of mind in a nurturing and welcoming environment.

A jam-packed calendar of fun recreational activities and enriching programs is conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Delightful and healthy dining options are also served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. With its comprehensive services and state-of-the-art amenities, residents are guaranteed the finest retirement experience.

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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.

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Overview of Brookdale Coeur D’alene

Brookdale Coeur d’Alene is a distinguished senior living community in Coeur D Alene, ID, offering both independent and assisted living options. Residents who choose independent living can live a carefree lifestyle without the worries of dealing with household chores, thanks to resort-style services and amenities. The same advantages are provided to those who need assisted living, in addition to individualized care and assistance with everyday tasks like dressing, taking a shower, and managing medications, all of which contribute to a more convenient and healthy lifestyle.

The community aims to provide seniors with a supportive and enriching environment, offering spacious and pet-friendly residences and hotel-style amenities for relaxation and recreation. Residents can partake in a dynamic schedule of life-enriching activities, with personalized care tailored to their individual needs. The community also provides exceptional dining experiences to suit residents’ dietary needs while encouraging social interaction. With amenities like a fitness center, library, a game room, an arts & crafts studio, and a chapel, residents have plenty of opportunities to explore new interests or do the things they love.

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Overview of MorningStar Senior Living of Idaho Falls

An esteemed senior living community settling in the serene neighborhood of Idaho Falls, ID, that provides various living options including independent living, assisted living, and memory care. The community features several accommodations based on seniors’ needs and preferences. Moreover, individuals living with dementia keep their peace of mind with the community’s exclusive Reflections neighborhood. MorningStar of Idaho Falls ensures the highest standard of care and assistance with a kind and dedicated team.

Explore the local neighborhood and its serene attractions and access your medical needs with the surrounding local health providers. The community conducts wonderful activities and fun programs to ensure seniors’ enjoyment and wellness. To satisfy seniors’ dietary needs and tastes, the community prepares nutritious and tasty meals. MorningStar of Idaho Falls is an ideal place that offers comfort and convenience like no other with its fabulous amenities.

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Overview of Truewood by Merrill, Boise

Truewood by Merrill in Boise, ID, is a vibrant senior living community offering assisted living, independent living, and memory care options. With 109 apartments including studios, one- and two-bedroom units, and cottages, residents have a variety of choices. The community is nestled in well-maintained grounds and near beautiful parks and city attractions. Residents can enjoy a full calendar of activities, such as visits from school choirs and fun events like soup cook-offs with the Boise Fire Department, ensuring there’s always something to look forward to.

The community prioritizes the health and happiness of their residents, making them the heart of the community. They offer a range of amenities and programs, including beautifully furnished common areas, a whirlpool spa, walking paths, landscaped gardens, a library, and a beauty salon. Residents benefit from 24-hour assistance, chef-prepared meals, on-site maintenance, weekly housekeeping, and on-site RNs/LPNs for wellness.

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Overview of Sunny Ridge

Sunny Ridge is an exquisitely designed community located in Nampa, Idaho, offering a wide array of services, including assisted living, independent living, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation. With an emphasis on independent living, Sunny Ridge caters to the unique needs of its residents, ensuring personalized care and attention. With round-the-clock care and an impressive range of therapy services, including physical, occupational, and speech therapy, Sunny Ridge prioritizes the well-being and comfort of each resident.

The home also offers many recreational events and social activities tailored to the interests of its residents. Sunny Ridge fosters a sense of belonging and camaraderie among its residents, from church services to entertainment groups to salon services and more. The community’s dedication to providing hospice care further highlights its commitment to ensuring the utmost comfort and support during every stage of life. The community accepts various insurances, including Medicare, Medicaid, and PacificSource, providing convenience and peace of mind to residents and their families.

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Overview of Karcher Estates

Karcher Estates is an esteemed assisted living facility in Idaho with a remarkable track record of serving the community for over 35 years. This reliable and award-winning community not only offers post-acute skilled nursing and rehabilitative care but also provides independent living options, creating a comprehensive range of living choices for residents. Located just 20 miles west of Boise, Karcher Estates boasts a highly desirable location, making it an ideal place to call home. 

Step into this active and supportive community, where residents experience spacious and tastefully designed surroundings, ensuring a comfortable and inviting living experience. With an interdisciplinary team of healthcare professionals and a dedicated life enrichment director, Karcher Estates prioritizes residents’ well-being and happiness, offering support groups and innovative wellness programs that enrich the lives of all who reside here.

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Overview of Paramount Parks at Eagle

Paramount Parks at Eagle is one of Eagle’s trusted senior living communities. Offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care options, The home service promotes an atmosphere where residents can thrive in a nurturing environment. Paramount Parks is an upscale home where seniors further fulfill a purposeful life.

Residents’ services are built to ensure each maintains a hassle-free living. Accommodations include 24-hour nursing care, ADLs, scheduled engaging activities, restaurant-style dining, planned enriching outings, transportation, and housekeeping services. Amenities include a library, a patio, a private dining room, a media room, and a private spa.

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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 Independent Living in Idaho

What is independent living?

Independent living communities are residential settings for active older adults — typically with private apartments or cottages, shared amenities (dining, fitness, activities), and no built-in medical care.

How many independent living communities are listed on this page?

This page features 75 independent living communities in Idaho. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community 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 independent living communities 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.