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Overview of St. John‘s United WyndStone

Located in the Heights neighborhood of Billings, Montana, St. John’s United – WyndStone is a senior living community offering assisted living, independent living, and memory care in one location. The multiple levels of care within the same community allow residents to remain in familiar surroundings if their care needs change over time.

The community is housed in a three-story building with one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments. Residents have flexibility when choosing a floor plan. Pets are welcome, allowing residents to bring a companion animal. Additional features include garage parking, dedicated storage space, weekly housekeeping, and maintenance services, helping residents enjoy a more convenient and maintenance-free lifestyle.

Amenities on-site include an aquatic center, a fitness facility, restaurant-style dining, and transportation services for appointments and local errands. These support both an active lifestyle and greater convenience for residents who no longer drive.

The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 3, which means it’s car-dependent. Most errands and outings require a vehicle. John’s United – WyndStone should ask how the transportation program operates because it’s important in residents’ daily routines.

Overview of St. John‘s United

St. John‘s United offers assisted living, home care, hospice care, independent living, memory care, nursing care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Billings, MT. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication, while independent living is for residents who want private living with community services and no daily care. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

Home care supports a person in their own residence, and hospice care supports someone receiving end of life care. Respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs time away, while nursing care serves residents who need ongoing clinical support. Private rooms give each resident a room of their own. With multiple care levels, St. John‘s United may be a good fit for a resident whose needs could change over time; Karna Rhodes serves as the administrator, and pets are allowed.

With 40 beds, Sapphire Lutheran Homes offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Hamilton, MT. Along with support with daily tasks, housekeeping services are also provided. The community also accommodates those living with memory-related conditions in a supervised environment. Licensed nurses and CNAs, as well as 24-hour staffing, ensure accessibility of care at all times.

Residents can choose one-bedroom or two-bedroom apartments. Furthermore, a library and game rooms create places for reading and games. Physical, social, and spiritual wellness activities and regular exercise sessions also provide organized ways to take part in those areas.

The area has a Walk Score of 82 out of 100, meaning it is very walkable and most errands can be completed on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may still get out independently. Cole Harden serves as the administrator.

Overview of Highgate at Bozeman

Located in picturesque Southwest Montana, Highgate at Bozeman presents a harmonious blend of Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care options for seniors. This captivating assisted living community offers a serene and homelike atmosphere, highlighted by views of the Bridger and Madison mountains. This community is located close to essential amenities such as shopping, banking, and grocery stores, ensuring the utmost convenience for senior residents. 
Highgate at Bozeman enjoys a privileged setting in one of the Rocky Mountain West’s most diverse small towns. Situated just north of the iconic Yellowstone National Park, residents immerse themselves in a captivating environment that celebrates nature’s splendor and fosters a strong sense of community. Highgate at Bozeman stands as a haven where seniors can embrace their golden years while relishing in the beauty and vibrant charm of the surrounding region.

The Village Senior Residence is an assisted living community in Missoula, Montana, located on Old Fort Road about 3.4 miles from the city center. One of its most practical features is proximity to medical care, with Community Medical Center’s emergency department roughly a fifth of a mile away, which can offer real peace of mind for families whose loved one may need quick access to a hospital.

The community is one of the larger assisted living options in the area, with 117 beds, and it is relatively new, having been in operation for about two years. That newer building often means more current layouts and systems, and the larger size typically supports more common spaces and organized group activities than a small residential home can offer. The neighborhood scores 49 out of 100 for walkability, so a few errands may be reachable on foot while most outings will involve a short drive. Pets are welcome, which matters to residents who want to bring a companion animal along.

State inspection history for the community is mixed over the years, with a clean renewal review on record alongside earlier findings tied to building safety and care documentation. Families touring the community can ask how those safety and recordkeeping practices are handled day to day, which is a useful window into how the home operates.

Overview of Parkhaven

Assisted living, independent living, and memory care are what Parkhaven covers in Manhattan, MT. Assisted living handles dressing, bathing, and medication. Independent living provides community services and none of that daily care. Memory care secures the setting and supervises within it when a wandering risk arises.
Respite care is listed as well, a short-term option while a primary caregiver travels or recovers. Staff are present through the day and the night. Because the levels are licensed together, needs that grow later do not oblige a move to another community.
At 57, the Walk Score leaves some errands doable only b y car. Crystal Hamilton is the administrator.

Westpark Village, managed by the esteemed The Goodman Group, has been setting the standard for exceptional senior living since 1986. Its serene and stunning surroundings are unrivaled, offering a range of living options that cater to individual needs, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care. More than just a place to live, Westpark Village provides a welcoming and supportive environment that allows seniors to savor their golden years. 
Westpark Village boasts an array of amenities that ensure residents are comfortable and cared for, including an emergency call system, gourmet chef-inspired meals, housekeeping, linen service, Wi-Fi, basic cable TV, and personal assistance with daily activities. The facility’s innovative approach to dementia care is based on the Montessori philosophy. With top-notch service and a cozy, family-friendly ambiance, this community is a true haven for those seeking the very best in senior living.

Overview of The Springs at Missoula

The Springs at Missoula offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Missoula, MT. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Having all three care levels in one community can suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since moving to another level does not require leaving the community. The community opened in 2004 and has 74 beds, with one bedroom and two bedroom residences available for individuals or two people moving together.

The starting price is $7,800 per month, giving families a monthly figure for planning. Pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet to the community, and Jennifer Talkington serves as administrator.

A car dependent Walk Score of 41 means most errands require a car or ride, so a resident who no longer drives would need transportation for many outings. The community has a pool, salon and spa, movie theater, putting green, on site physical therapy, and rehabilitation services. The Footsteps® memory care program provides a named program within the memory care offering.

At Home Assisted Living provides assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Missoula, MT. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a private living space; independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care; memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

The community has 20 beds, making it a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know each other. Its range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, because moving to another level can happen without leaving the community or starting over socially. Dorothy Cantrell serves as the administrator.

Overview of Bozeman Lodge

Bozeman Lodge offers assisted living, hospice care, independent living, and respite care in Bozeman, MT. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Assisted living adds help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication, while respite care provides a short stay for someone whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

Hospice care supports residents who need end-of-life care. These options may make Bozeman Lodge a good fit for someone seeking independent living, daily assistance, hospice care, or a temporary stay. The community has 135 beds, with monthly prices ranging from $4,600 to $5,900, giving families a starting point for budgeting a stay. Jennifer Williams serves as the administrator.

On-site physical and occupational therapy allows residents to receive rehabilitation services without arranging transportation elsewhere. Pharmacy services provide medication-related support at the community, while a fitness center and salon offer additional on-site amenities. Patios and balconies give residents outdoor space, and a dog run is available for residents with pets, which are allowed.