Page 5 of Best Memory Care in Montana

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 64 memory care providers in MT using MT Dept. of Public Health & Human Services (DPHHS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in MT
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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. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative 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.
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.
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.
Benefis Extended Care Center
MC
NH
Great Falls
64
Facility 64
MT AVG 72
Rank #28 / 50
No
58
Facility 58
MT AVG 40
Rank #19 / 61
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Pioneer Care and Rehabilitation
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Dillon
87
Facility 87
MT AVG 72
Rank #17 / 50
No
77
Facility 77
MT AVG 40
Rank #7 / 61
-
2
Facility 2
MT AVG 6
Rank #19 / 47
Zachary Degn10
8
Facility 8
MT AVG 3
Rank #39 / 43
10
Facility 10
MT AVG 4
Rank #40 / 43
61
Facility 61
MT AVG 21
Rank #34 / 36
6.1
Facility 6.1
MT AVG 4.2
Rank #30 / 36
Wibaux County Nursing Home
MC
ADC
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Wibaux
40
Facility 40
MT AVG 72
Rank #32 / 50
No
30
Facility 30
MT AVG 40
Rank #35 / 61
-
1
Facility 1
MT AVG 6
Rank #32 / 47
Tina Bertelsen5
3
Facility 3
MT AVG 3
Rank #27 / 43
5
Facility 5
MT AVG 4
Rank #29 / 43
31
Facility 31
MT AVG 21
Rank #28 / 36
6.2
Facility 6.2
MT AVG 4.2
Rank #31 / 36
The Village Health & Rehabilitation
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Missoula (South Avenue West)
193
Facility 193
MT AVG 72
Rank #2 / 50
No
49
Facility 49
MT AVG 40
Rank #25 / 61
Studio / 1 Bed
2
Facility 2
MT AVG 6
Rank #19 / 47
Dee Strauss-----
St. James Healthcare Transitional Care Unit (TCU)
MC
NH
Butte
129
Facility 129
MT AVG 72
Rank #5 / 50
No
72
Facility 72
MT AVG 40
Rank #8 / 61
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Kenhodro Inc. dba Frontier Assisted Living
MC
AL
IL
RC
Livingston
52
Facility 52
MT AVG 72
Rank #30 / 50
No
89
Facility 89
MT AVG 40
Rank #2 / 61
--Carissa Walsh11
7
Facility 7
MT AVG 3
Rank #38 / 43
11
Facility 11
MT AVG 4
Rank #41 / 43
75
Facility 75
MT AVG 21
Rank #35 / 36
6.8
Facility 6.8
MT AVG 4.2
Rank #32 / 36
BeeHive Homes of Helena
MC
AL
IL
RC
Helena
17
Facility 17
MT AVG 72
Rank #46 / 50
Yes
15
Facility 15
MT AVG 40
Rank #49 / 61
-
1
Facility 1
MT AVG 6
Rank #32 / 47
Jamie Hopkins4
0
Facility 0
MT AVG 3
Rank #1 / 43
0
Facility 0
MT AVG 4
Rank #1 / 43
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Big Sky Senior Living
MC
AL
IL
Butte
95
Facility 95
MT AVG 72
Rank #15 / 50
Yes--
2
Facility 2
MT AVG 6
Rank #19 / 47
Jake Kelly6
0
Facility 0
MT AVG 3
Rank #1 / 43
0
Facility 0
MT AVG 4
Rank #1 / 43
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Primrose Personal Care Home
MC
AL
Billings (Heights)
-No
25
Facility 25
MT AVG 40
Rank #41 / 61
Studio / 1 Bed
15
Facility 15
MT AVG 6
Rank #9 / 47
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Highgate Senior Living – Bozeman
MC
AL
IL
Bozeman
-Yes
66
Facility 66
MT AVG 40
Rank #11 / 61
-
21
Facility 21
MT AVG 6
Rank #3 / 47
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Overview of Kenhodro Inc. DBA Frontier Assisted Living

Kenhodro Inc. DBA Frontier Assisted Living provides assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Livingston, MT. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while the resident keeps a private apartment. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care.

Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia. Respite care supports a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. With 52 beds and several care levels in one community, a resident whose needs grow over time may be able to move to another level of care without leaving the community.

Carissa Walsh serves as the administrator. An 89 Walk Score places the area in the very walkable band, so most errands can be done on foot, and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Residents can use the beauty salon, receive transportation for doctor’s appointments, and access rehabilitation services.

Contact Kenhodro Inc. dba Frontier Assisted Living

Overview of BeeHive Homes of Helena

Discover a delightful haven for seniors at Beehive Homes. Located in Helena, Montana, this advanced assisted living community lets older adults relish their golden years. In this community, skilled nurses provide various services, including residential living, memory care, hospice, and respite care.

This nurturing environment of BeeHive Homes ensures seniors’ safety and enrichment. With their wealthy background, the compassionate caregivers of Beehive Homes deliver tailor-made assistance for aging family members. Explore Beehive Homes and witness the dedication to creating a warm and welcoming community where seniors thrive.

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Overview of Big Sky Senior Living

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

Three care levels are available here. That may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since moving between them does not require leaving the community. Chef prepared meals are provided, and transportation can be arranged through the community for residents who need a ride. Pets are allowed, so residents can bring a pet to live with them. The community has 95 beds and is administered by Jake Kelly.

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Overview of Pioneer Care and Rehabilitation

Pioneer Care and Rehabilitation provides nursing home, memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Dillon, MT. Nursing home and skilled nursing include licensed nursing on site around the clock. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for a resident at risk of wandering.

Respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Several care levels, along with respite care, may suit a resident whose needs could grow over time or a family caregiver who needs short term support. Short stays are available when ongoing care is not needed.

The community has 87 beds, with total nurse staffing of 4 hours and 22 minutes per resident per day. That figure represents the daily nursing time allocated to each resident. Rehabilitation services are available alongside skilled nursing, so residents can receive rehabilitation as part of their care at the community.

Resident centered activities provide organized opportunities to take part in daily programming, and social services are also available. Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Medicare can cover short term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid may help when savings do not cover a long stay, and private pay allows a family to pay directly.

Zachary Degn serves as the administrator. A Walk Score of 77 out of 100 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot. A resident who no longer drives may still be able to get out independently.

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Overview of Wibaux County Nursing Home

Wibaux County Nursing Home is a nursing home in Wibaux, MT, offering nursing care, skilled nursing, memory care, palliative care, respite care, and adult day care. Nursing care and skilled nursing provide licensed nursing support on site around the clock, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Palliative care supports end of life needs, and respite care provides a short stay when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover. Adult day care provides care during daytime hours for someone who returns home afterward.

The community has 40 beds and opened in 1975. Private rooms accommodate one resident, while semi-private rooms provide a shared room arrangement. Total nurse staffing is 3h 54m per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time allocated per resident.

Rehabilitation services are available at the community, so a resident can receive therapy without arranging outside transportation. Salon services provide on-site hair and grooming appointments, and the remodeled dining room has space for large groups and activities. Tina Bertelsen serves as the administrator.

Medicaid and private pay are accepted, giving families the option to use Medicaid coverage or pay directly for care. A Walk Score of 30 places the area in a car-dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride; a resident who no longer drives would need transportation for those trips. The range of ongoing and short-term services may be a good fit for a family seeking nursing or memory care while also needing temporary support for a caregiver.

Contact Wibaux County Nursing Home

Overview of The Village Health & Rehabilitation

The Village Health & Rehabilitation in Missoula is a 193-bed nursing home offering a full care continuum: nursing home, memory care, respite, and skilled nursing services. Situated at 2651 South Avenue West, it caters to residents needing various levels of nursing and rehabilitative support, including those with memory impairment who benefit from its specialized memory care unit.

Clinically, the home maintains a robust staffing structure. Registered nurses average 1 hour 2 minutes of care per resident daily, supported by nurse aides providing 2 hours 40 minutes per resident day. Licensed practical nurses contribute an additional 14 minutes. This combination mirrors a substantial investment in hands-on daily care and clinical oversight. The community extends this staffing through evenings and weekends, with registered nurse coverage of 46 minutes per resident on weekend days. Physical therapy services support occupants in post-acute recovery and mobility maintenance. The somewhat walkable neighborhood bears a Walk Score of 49, meaning transportation is required for most trips, while some errands can be done on foot. For families traveling to visit, this accessibility profile represents a modest local context. As a large-scale facility, The Village Health & Rehabilitation can support an array of resident needs in one community, decreasing the need for transfers as care requirements evolve.

It’s encouraged that prospective families tour the facility to see how its scale and staffing model match their loved one’s care priorities.

Contact The Village Health & Rehabilitation

Overview of Primrose Personal Care Home

Primrose Personal Care Home is an assisted living and memory care community in Billings, Montana, located on Maurine Street about 4.5 miles from the city center. The home has been serving the Billings area for 15 years, giving it a settled operating history in the community. It is led by principal Hunter Johnson.

The community is a single-story building, a layout many families appreciate because it keeps living spaces on one level and avoids stairs and elevators for residents with mobility concerns. Housing comes in studio and one-bedroom options, so residents can choose between a compact, easy-to-manage space or a little more room. The single-level design also tends to make the setting feel more residential and navigable than a larger multi-story community.

Because Primrose offers both assisted living and memory care, it can support residents who need help with everyday tasks as well as those living with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. That combination can matter to families planning ahead, since a resident whose care needs change over time may be able to remain in a familiar setting. Day-to-day life is supported by transportation services and fitness and recreation programming, which help residents stay connected to the wider Billings area and active within the community.

The neighborhood scores 25 out of 100 for walkability, so a few errands may be reachable on foot while most outings will involve a short drive. For visiting family, the location off Maurine Street is an easy stop within Billings.

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Overview of Benefis Extended Care Center

Benefis Extended Care Center is situated in Great Falls, Montana, and is dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to senior residents in need of skilled nursing services.

They have skilled nurses, therapists, and licensed care professionals who are committed to guiding each resident through a personalized therapy plan, helping them regain their independence. Whether recovering from a hospital visit or requiring ongoing medical support, Benefis Extended Care Center is devoted to assisting individuals in achieving their personal goals and facilitating a speedy recovery.

Contact Benefis Extended Care Center

Overview of Highgate Senior Living – Bozeman

All in the picturesque Southwest Montana, Highgate Senior Living extends a warm invitation to explore their living options, including Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care services. This charming assisted living community boasts a homelike ambiance and provides remarkable vistas of the Bridger and Madison mountains.

Highgate Senior Living residents fondly reside in one of the most culturally rich small towns in the Rocky Mountain West, situated just north of the renowned Yellowstone National Park. Situated a stone’s throw away from shopping, banking, and grocery stores, residents revel in the convenience of their surroundings—experience firsthand the welcoming environment of Highgate Senior Living in Bozeman.

Contact Highgate Senior Living – Bozeman

Overview of St. James Healthcare Transitional Care Unit (tcu)

Located in the heart of Butte, Montana, St. James Healthcare Transitional Care Unit (TCU) is a reliable senior living community, offering extensive memory care services. This 129-bed care community ensures residents dealing with Alzheimer’s are provided with the cae they need in a safe and secure living environment. A compassionate care team is readily available to provide residents the care and services they need to thrive and continue living the lifestyle they want.

Residents are provided with special activity and programs designed to provide them the stimulation they need to stay active and maintain their cognitive abilities. Three homemade meals are offered daily to ensure residents have the noursihment they need to stay healthy. With access to various conveniences, comprehensive care services, and a vibrant programming, residents here are guaranteed to maintain their optimal function to live full lives.

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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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Memory Care in Montana at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 40/ 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: 72The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Montana. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care in Montana

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Montana?

Assisted living in Montana supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

Does Montana Medicaid cover memory care?

Montana Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, but most states (including Montana) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is memory care?

Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.

How many memory care communities are listed on this page?

This page features 64 memory care communities in Montana. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right memory care 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 memory care 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.