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For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
24/7 care needed
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
The Pointe at Meridian
Live your golden years to the fullest at The Pointe at Meridian, an exceptional senior living in Meridian, ID, offering 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.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 40 / 625 / 630 / 800 / 875 / 890 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Type of Care Available
MorningStar 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.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Private Rooms
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Type of Care Available
Garden Plaza of Valley View
Garden Plaza is a luxurious independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing that has gained recognition because of their praised service and consumer satisfaction. Residents of independent and assisted living are encouraged to find independence in the midst of the quality service they receive. The upscale senior living community strives to accommodate a diverse group of individuals that can meet all their needs– even those with complex medical conditions. There is a strong sense of a stimulating environment where the mental, physical, and emotional needs are being met by the compassionate and professional care staff. Garden Plaza is a person-centered community that guarantees residents are able to live life on their own terms as independently as possible in a magnificent nurturing home.
Garden Plaza offers all-inclusive services and amenities that is created to ensure that residents live a hassle-free lifestyle– restaurant-style meals provided, housekeeping and laundry, 24/ nurse on-site, and activities that focus on holistic wellness.
What does this home offer?
Room Sizes: 440 / 550 / 770 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Two-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Type of Care Available
Cadence Independent Living
Welcome to Cadence Independent Living, where residents are welcomed into a luxurious living environment within a community that offers professional services. The innovative approach to community building blurs the lines between residence and resort, creating a unique and enriching experience for each individual. Conveniently located in Paramount, Meridian’s favorite community in Idaho, Cadence Independent Living offers an idyllic setting for retirees looking to embrace a vibrant and fulfilling lifestyle.
Cadence Independent Living takes pride in providing a range of Independent Living services to cater to the unique needs of residents and ensure a worry-free lifestyle. From laundry and linen service to expanded meal options, wellness checks, massage therapy, and medication management, the community is dedicated to offering comprehensive care and support to enhance the well-being of each resident. Experience the comfort and convenience of Cadence Independent Living, where every day is thoughtfully designed to be exceptional and enjoyable.
What does this home offer?
Minimum Age: 55 Years Old
Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Single-story
Minimum Age
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Type of Care Available
Revel Eagle
Revel Eagle reimagines independent living in a vibrant community where personalized experiences meet comfortable living. The community offers a range of wellness services and amenities tailored to individual preferences. Residents can rejuvenate with personalized treatments at the spa or enjoy pampering at the full-service salon. The state-of-the-art fitness center is dedicated to cardio, strength training, and group fitness classes to promote optimal health. A theater is available for catching the latest movies, and a creative studio is provided for arts and crafts activities. Resort-style services include a 24-hour concierge, housekeeping, maintenance, and complimentary transportation.
The apartment homes at Revel Eagle feature stylish details such as modern plank flooring and oversized windows, providing a sophisticated living space. Gourmet kitchens and in-unit washers and dryers offer everyday convenience. This community assisted living community offers a unique and fulfilling independent living experience with its exceptional amenities and personalized approach to resident well-being.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 484 / 610 / 683 / 692 - 1,121 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Type of Care Available
Arbor Village at Hillcrest
Considered one of the elegant independent living and assisted living communities in Boise, Arbor Village at Hillcrest has its residents maintain their sense of individuality while receiving comprehensive quality assistance. Residents are encouraged to pursue their interests and find new activities to promote a nurturing environment. The senior living home only offers the best of the best thanks to its approach and dedication to enhancing the quality of life for all its residents. Their quality service and exceptional senior care put them as one of the premier independent living in Boise. Residents of Arbor Village are able to feel like they belong and are promised a high standard of security and comfort.
Life at Arbor Village offers an array of amenities and services to be discovered; residents each receive specific care in terms of providing assistance with daily living and memory care– that is assistance with bathing, grooming, dressing; medication management; activities for physical and mental stimulation.
What does this home offer?
Minimum Age: 65 Years Old
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 433 / 532 / 655 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 bed / 2 bed
Building Type: Two-story
Minimum Age
Type of Care Available
Assisted Living Magazine Ranking Methodology
View Full Ranking MethodologyHow We Score & Rank Senior Living Communities
At Assisted Living Magazine, our rankings are designed to help families compare senior living communities with clarity and confidence.
Each community is evaluated and ranked based on reputation, transparency, digital trust, and on-site quality signals.
Below is the full explanation of every factor and the exact weight it contributes to the final score.
Update cadence: Reviewed quarterly, with prompt updates when new reviews, reports, or complaints are filed.
What We Prioritize Most
The largest portion of every community’s score comes from resident feedback and online reputation (40%), which reflects real experiences shared by families and caregivers.
An additional 45% of the score comes from a combination of transparency and operational quality signals, including:
- Photos, videos, and virtual tours (visual transparency)
- Website quality and digital trust indicators
- Occupancy levels and number of units (community scale & stability)
These factors help us evaluate how well a community presents itself and how consistently it meets resident needs.
Balancing Additional Factors
The final 15% of the score comes from supportive context data, including:
- Walkability and local accessibility
- Estimated property value
- Pricing information
These elements provide helpful context but carry less weight because our rankings prioritize real-world satisfaction and care consistency first.
The result is a fair, clear, and data-driven ranking system for families researching senior living options.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview:
- Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement.
- Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay.
- Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation.
- Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program.
- State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options.
- Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
- Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.
Before recommending homes, we conduct a thorough evaluation on crucial factors that define a senior home such as the quality of care they provide, the reputation of the organization, and a comprehensive review of community testimonials as well. Every detail is assessed to assure that seniors are offered not just senior care options, but trustworthy homes where they can experience the care that they deserve.
Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.
We extend our services at no cost, ensuring that families and seniors can benefit from tailored assistance in their search for care and home options. Our ability to offer personalized guidance without charge to families and seniors is made possible through the support and funding from the communities with which we team up.
- Finding and ranking the best assisted living facilities
- Finding and ranking the best nursing homes
- Finding and ranking the best memory care facilities
- Our concierge service helps seniors move into the perfect home for them
- Helping seniors use medicare, medicaid, and other government programs to pay for their homes
- Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
- Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
- Autobiography & Family History Writing + Research
- Senior-focused concierge medicine
- Senior-focused nutritionist
- Senior-focused personal training
- Memory care specialists
- Custom wheelchairs at all price points.
- Custom hearing aids
- Cosmetic skincare + dermatology
- Companionship: We offer in-person and virtual companionship services. Someone engaging to hang out with or talk to on video chat.
- Senior housing concierge. Our service finds the best senior living options based on your needs, income, and personality.
Check out our resident interviews
Check out our cost guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview:
- Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement.
- Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay.
- Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation.
- Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program.
- State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options.
- Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
- Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.
Before recommending homes, we conduct a thorough evaluation on crucial factors that define a senior home such as the quality of care they provide, the reputation of the organization, and a comprehensive review of community testimonials as well. Every detail is assessed to assure that seniors are offered not just senior care options, but trustworthy homes where they can experience the care that they deserve.
Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.
Check out our cost guide.
We extend our services at no cost, ensuring that families and seniors can benefit from tailored assistance in their search for care and home options. Our ability to offer personalized guidance without charge to families and seniors is made possible through the support and funding from the communities with which we team up.
- Finding and ranking the best assisted living facilities
- Finding and ranking the best nursing homes
- Finding and ranking the best memory care facilities
- Our concierge service helps seniors move into the perfect home for them
- Helping seniors use medicare, medicaid, and other government programs to pay for their homes
- Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
- Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
- Autobiography & Family History Writing + Research
- Senior-focused concierge medicine
- Senior-focused nutritionist
- Senior-focused personal training
- Memory care specialists
- Custom wheelchairs at all price points.
- Custom hearing aids
- Cosmetic skincare + dermatology
- Companionship: We offer in-person and virtual companionship services. Someone engaging to hang out with or talk to on video chat.
- Senior housing concierge. Our service finds the best senior living options based on your needs, income, and personality.
Check out our resident interviews

























