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| The Terraces of Boise |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Boise (Barber Valley) | 72
Facility
72
ID AVG
81
Rank
#17 / 23 |
90.5%
Facility
90.5%
ID AVG
69.1%
Rank
#3 / 23 | +31% | 5.42
Facility
5.42
ID AVG
4.12
Rank
#2 / 23 | -3% | +31% | $9.3k
Facility
$9.3k
ID AVG
$41.7k
Rank
#15 / 23 | 22
Facility
22
ID AVG
25.2
Rank
#6 / 23 | 5.5
Facility
5.5
ID AVG
7.9
Rank
#4 / 23 | 1
Facility
1
ID AVG
1.4 | 41 | - |
34
Facility
34
ID AVG
45
Rank
#19 / 23 | Humangood Idaho | $27.0M
Facility
$27.0M
ID AVG
$9.7M
Rank
#1 / 23 | $10.8M
Facility
$10.8M
ID AVG
$3.8M
Rank
#1 / 23 | 40%
Facility
40%
ID AVG
41.3%
Rank
#22 / 23 | 135141 | ||||
| Sunny Ridge |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Nampa (Meadowbrook Park) | 62
Facility
62
ID AVG
81
Rank
#20 / 23 |
71.1%
Facility
71.1%
ID AVG
69.1%
Rank
#15 / 23 | +3% | 5.50
Facility
5.50
ID AVG
4.12
Rank
#1 / 23 | +18% | +33% | $17.5k
Facility
$17.5k
ID AVG
$41.7k
Rank
#20 / 23 | 30
Facility
30
ID AVG
25.2
Rank
#16 / 23 | 10.0
Facility
10.0
ID AVG
7.9
Rank
#18 / 23 | 2
Facility
2
ID AVG
1.4 | 40 | - |
71
Facility
71
ID AVG
45
Rank
#1 / 23 | Cascades At Sunny Ridge, LLC | $6.5M
Facility
$6.5M
ID AVG
$9.7M
Rank
#22 / 23 | $3.5M
Facility
$3.5M
ID AVG
$3.8M
Rank
#20 / 23 | 53.6%
Facility
53.6%
ID AVG
41.3%
Rank
#9 / 23 | 135102 | ||||
| Karcher Estates |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Nampa | 43
Facility
43
ID AVG
81
Rank
#21 / 23 |
79.6%
Facility
79.6%
ID AVG
69.1%
Rank
#10 / 23 | +15% | 4.60
Facility
4.60
ID AVG
4.12
Rank
#3 / 23 | +4% | +11% | $36.1k
Facility
$36.1k
ID AVG
$41.7k
Rank
#21 / 23 | 46
Facility
46
ID AVG
25.2
Rank
#22 / 23 | 7.7
Facility
7.7
ID AVG
7.9
Rank
#11 / 23 | 6
Facility
6
ID AVG
1.4 | 53 | - |
59
Facility
59
ID AVG
45
Rank
#6 / 23 | Providence Group Nh, LLC | $10.0M
Facility
$10.0M
ID AVG
$9.7M
Rank
#14 / 23 | $5.3M
Facility
$5.3M
ID AVG
$3.8M
Rank
#14 / 23 | 52.8%
Facility
52.8%
ID AVG
41.3%
Rank
#10 / 23 | 135110 | ||||
| Creekside Transitional Care & Rehabilitation |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). | Meridian | 139
Facility
139
ID AVG
81
Rank
#3 / 23 |
73.7%
Facility
73.7%
ID AVG
69.1%
Rank
#14 / 23 | +7% | 3.20
Facility
3.20
ID AVG
4.12
Rank
#19 / 23 | -15% | -22% | $8.3k
Facility
$8.3k
ID AVG
$41.7k
Rank
#13 / 23 | 31
Facility
31
ID AVG
25.2
Rank
#18 / 23 | 7.8
Facility
7.8
ID AVG
7.9
Rank
#12 / 23 | 1
Facility
1
ID AVG
1.4 | 130 | - |
29
Facility
29
ID AVG
45
Rank
#21 / 23 | Trent Clegg | $18.4M
Facility
$18.4M
ID AVG
$9.7M
Rank
#4 / 23 | $9.7M
Facility
$9.7M
ID AVG
$3.8M
Rank
#3 / 23 | 52.7%
Facility
52.7%
ID AVG
41.3%
Rank
#11 / 23 | 135125 | ||||
| Life Care Center in Idaho Falls |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Ammon | 109
Facility
109
ID AVG
81
Rank
#10 / 23 |
59.3%
Facility
59.3%
ID AVG
69.1%
Rank
#20 / 23 | -14% | 3.66
Facility
3.66
ID AVG
4.12
Rank
#13 / 23 | +50% | -11% | $13.2k
Facility
$13.2k
ID AVG
$41.7k
Rank
#19 / 23 | 26
Facility
26
ID AVG
25.2
Rank
#13 / 23 | 6.5
Facility
6.5
ID AVG
7.9
Rank
#6 / 23 | 1
Facility
1
ID AVG
1.4 | 69 | - |
64
Facility
64
ID AVG
45
Rank
#3 / 23 | Briar Fenn | $10.2M
Facility
$10.2M
ID AVG
$9.7M
Rank
#13 / 23 | $5.6M
Facility
$5.6M
ID AVG
$3.8M
Rank
#12 / 23 | 54.8%
Facility
54.8%
ID AVG
41.3%
Rank
#6 / 23 | 135091 | ||||
| Quinn Meadows Rehabilitation & Care Center |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). | Pocatello | 41
Facility
41
ID AVG
81
Rank
#22 / 23 |
82.2%
Facility
82.2%
ID AVG
69.1%
Rank
#8 / 23 | +19% | 3.66
Facility
3.66
ID AVG
4.12
Rank
#13 / 23 | -32% | -11% | $0
Facility
$0
ID AVG
$41.7k
Rank
#1 / 23 | 24
Facility
24
ID AVG
25.2
Rank
#8 / 23 | 8.0
Facility
8.0
ID AVG
7.9
Rank
#14 / 23 | -
Facility
-
ID AVG
1.4 | 35 | - |
50
Facility
50
ID AVG
45
Rank
#12 / 23 | Troy Bell | $6.7M
Facility
$6.7M
ID AVG
$9.7M
Rank
#21 / 23 | $3.0M
Facility
$3.0M
ID AVG
$3.8M
Rank
#22 / 23 | 45.8%
Facility
45.8%
ID AVG
41.3%
Rank
#18 / 23 | 135136 | ||||
| Eagle Rock Health and Rehabilitation of Cascadia |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Idaho Falls | 113
Facility
113
ID AVG
81
Rank
#7 / 23 |
30.9%
Facility
30.9%
ID AVG
69.1%
Rank
#23 / 23 | -55% | 3.44
Facility
3.44
ID AVG
4.12
Rank
#17 / 23 | +6% | -16% | $8.0k
Facility
$8.0k
ID AVG
$41.7k
Rank
#11 / 23 | 18
Facility
18
ID AVG
25.2
Rank
#3 / 23 | 3.0
Facility
3.0
ID AVG
7.9
Rank
#1 / 23 | 1
Facility
1
ID AVG
1.4 | 61 | - |
38
Facility
38
ID AVG
45
Rank
#18 / 23 | Darren Bake | $4.1M
Facility
$4.1M
ID AVG
$9.7M
Rank
#23 / 23 | $2.4M
Facility
$2.4M
ID AVG
$3.8M
Rank
#23 / 23 | 58.4%
Facility
58.4%
ID AVG
41.3%
Rank
#2 / 23 | 135092 | ||||
| Ivy Court Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). | Coeur D'alene | 80
Facility
80
ID AVG
81
Rank
#16 / 23 |
90.0%
Facility
90.0%
ID AVG
69.1%
Rank
#4 / 23 | +30% | 3.93
Facility
3.93
ID AVG
4.12
Rank
#7 / 23 | -46% | -5% | $0
Facility
$0
ID AVG
$41.7k
Rank
#1 / 23 | 43
Facility
43
ID AVG
25.2
Rank
#20 / 23 | 14.3
Facility
14.3
ID AVG
7.9
Rank
#22 / 23 | 3
Facility
3
ID AVG
1.4 | 68 | - |
50
Facility
50
ID AVG
45
Rank
#12 / 23 | - | $10.6M
Facility
$10.6M
ID AVG
$9.7M
Rank
#12 / 23 | $5.8M
Facility
$5.8M
ID AVG
$3.8M
Rank
#11 / 23 | 54.4%
Facility
54.4%
ID AVG
41.3%
Rank
#7 / 23 | 135053 | ||||
| Valley View Nursing and Rehab |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). | Boise (Ora Dell) | 120
Facility
120
ID AVG
81
Rank
#5 / 23 |
58.9%
Facility
58.9%
ID AVG
69.1%
Rank
#21 / 23 | -15% | 3.36
Facility
3.36
ID AVG
4.12
Rank
#17 / 23 | +21% | -18% | $88.8k
Facility
$88.8k
ID AVG
$41.7k
Rank
#22 / 23 | 63
Facility
63
ID AVG
25.2
Rank
#23 / 23 | 21.0
Facility
21.0
ID AVG
7.9
Rank
#23 / 23 | 5
Facility
5
ID AVG
1.4 | 90 | A+ |
62
Facility
62
ID AVG
45
Rank
#4 / 23 | - | $14.5M
Facility
$14.5M
ID AVG
$9.7M
Rank
#7 / 23 | $7.0M
Facility
$7.0M
ID AVG
$3.8M
Rank
#8 / 23 | 48.4%
Facility
48.4%
ID AVG
41.3%
Rank
#15 / 23 | 135098 | ||||
| Silver Ridge Care |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). | Coeur D'alene | 100
Facility
100
ID AVG
81 |
71.8%
Facility
71.8%
ID AVG
69.1% | +4% | 3.28
Facility
3.28
ID AVG
4.12 | -61% | -20% | $220.8k
Facility
$220.8k
ID AVG
$41.7k | 43
Facility
43
ID AVG
25.2 | 10.8
Facility
10.8
ID AVG
7.9 | 2
Facility
2
ID AVG
1.4 | 65 | - |
78
Facility
78
ID AVG
45 | Pnw Healthcare Holdings, LLC | $11.2M
Facility
$11.2M
ID AVG
$9.7M | $5.8M
Facility
$5.8M
ID AVG
$3.8M | 51.3%
Facility
51.3%
ID AVG
41.3% | 135042 | ||||
| Skyline Transitional Care Center |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). | Boise (Boise Bench) | 111
Facility
111
ID AVG
81 |
56.2%
Facility
56.2%
ID AVG
69.1% | -19% | 3.60
Facility
3.60
ID AVG
4.12 | -56% | -13% | $0
Facility
$0
ID AVG
$41.7k | 32
Facility
32
ID AVG
25.2 | 10.7
Facility
10.7
ID AVG
7.9 | 4
Facility
4
ID AVG
1.4 | 63 | - |
65
Facility
65
ID AVG
45 | Scott Piggott | $9.8M
Facility
$9.8M
ID AVG
$9.7M | $5.6M
Facility
$5.6M
ID AVG
$3.8M | 56.9%
Facility
56.9%
ID AVG
41.3% | 135077 |
The Terraces at Boise has been a pioneer in making residents feel welcomed and comfortable for its independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing residents. The senior living community is guaranteed a safe and secure continuing retirement community that ensures seniors and their families the best of the best senior care. Families can feel confident about taking in their loved ones at a Terraces community branch, because they can trust that their loved ones will be prioritized, seen, and understood in a whole new community they can call home. The Terraces at Boise is where residents thrive and the reason their lives are enhanced.
The Terraces is ensured to provide luxurious senior living as seen through their unmatched programs such as that are focused on the wellness, health, and social aspects of each resident. The program services and the comprehensive amenities are offered in order to nurture seniors’ cognitive and physical needs. La Siena is an upscale community that aims to create a vibrant and innovative senior living community.
What does this home offer?
Minimum Age: 62
Nestled in the neighborhood of Pocatello, ID, Quail Ridge is a vibrant senior living community, offering extensive assisted living services. Recognized by the U.S. News & World Report as a Best Assisted Living community, Quail Ridge guarantees exceptional services and care designed to support residents while helping them preserve their independence. All rooms within the community are designed to accommodate residents’ specific needs and interests and equipped with safety devices such as smoke detectors, pull chains and grab bars for a secure living environment.
Residents are free to choose from a full calendar of social and physical activities, from day trips to fitness classes to hobby groups to live entertainment. Conveniences, such as restaurant-style dining, housekeeping and maintenance services, scheduled transportation and customized assistance are offered for a carefree living experience. Residents’ safety and security are also guaranteed with closely monitored security systems.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
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.
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Suite
Building Type: Single-story
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.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Residents thrive at Creekside Transitional Care and Rehabilitation; they provide quality caregiving for skilled nursing and rehabilitation. It offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere where residents and staff are encouraged to create friendships and build a mutual level of trust with each other. Families can rest easy knowing their loved ones are in good hands because of the dedicated team of professionals.
Creekside aims to enhance the quality of life for its residents by ensuring that seniors can satisfy their holistic wellness. They house state-of-the-art technologies that help recover a range of medical conditions– wound care, neurological recovery, lymphedema, and pulmonary programs; as well as physical, occupational, and speech therapy.
Life Care Center in Idaho Falls is where seniors can experience unparalleled skilled nursing and rehabilitation services that meet the highest nursing home requirements. This exceptional facility is committed to providing top-quality care and adhering to stringent nursing home quality measures. At Life Care Center, a team of skilled therapists and highly trained nurses utilize state-of-the-art equipment to execute therapies that promote healing and well-being. Each resident receives personalized care tailored to their unique needs, ensuring the highest level of comfort and support.
In addition to exceptional care, Life Care Center offers a range of amenities that enhance the overall experience. From the comfort of flatscreen TVs to the serenity of beautiful outdoor areas, such as a gazebo and garden, residents can find solace and enjoyment within the community. The on-site beauty salon and barbershop further cater to individual preferences, ensuring that residents feel their best.
Quinn Meadows Rehabilitation and Care Center located in Pocatello, ID, is a skilled nursing home offering a wide range of skilled nursing services for adults of all ages. Their goal is to provide support and quality care for individuals who are recovering from surgery or injury, or are living with a serious illness. As part of their services, they provide residents with round the clock skilled nursing care, rehabilitation therapy, exercises, and daily activities that promote overall wellness.
Additionally, they also offer specialized services and therapies such as physical, occupational, speech, and intravenous therapy. They also have Alzheimer’s care, hospice care for individuals in their end-of-life stages, mental healthcare, and respite care services. Furthermore, they are Medicare and Medicaid certified and accept individuals who are eligible for either assistance.
Eagle Rock Health and Rehabilitation of Cascadia is a premier destination for exceptional nursing home care. Nestled in the charming city of Idaho Falls, this facility prioritizes patient-centered rehabilitation with a dedicated 24-hour skilled nursing care team, their professionalism and expertise ensure that seniors receive top-notch care in accordance with established guidelines. With a focus on physical, occupational, and speech therapy, their skilled therapists employ a holistic methodology to promote recovery and enhance quality of life. Meanwhile, the experienced nursing staff excels at providing compassionate assistance with activities of daily living.
At Eagle Rock Health and Rehabilitation of Cascadia, compassion and adherence to nursing home rules and regulations go hand in hand. The team is committed to upholding the highest standards of care while treating residents with respect and dignity. The home operates in full compliance with the established guidelines, providing a safe and nurturing environment where individuals can heal and thrive.
Ivy Court, operated by Caldera Care, is a 24-hour skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility that provides the support and nursing care needed by residents. The care home offers a range of services, including physical therapy, speech therapy, nutritional support, occupational therapy, and wellness-focused activities. Ivy Court’s experienced staff deliver quality care while giving residents a serene, safe, and comfortable place to enjoy healing and rest.
The care home provides skilled nursing and rehabilitation services to meet the needs of its residents. Ivy Court’s skilled nursing services include 24-hour care from licensed nurses, medication management, and coordination with physicians and other healthcare providers. The rehabilitation program focuses on helping residents regain their strength, mobility, and independence after an illness, injury, or surgery, with therapy services including physical, occupational, and speech therapy designed to help residents achieve their highest level of function and quality of life.
What does this home offer?
Building Type: Single-story
Fitness and Recreation
Located in the beautiful Boise, ID, Valley View Nursing and Rehabilitation offers rehabilitation, and long- and short-term care. This community strives to provide exceptional care and assistance with a team of compassionate and well-trained professionals. Valley View Nursing and Rehabilitation prioritizes its residents’ wellness, featuring a variety of care including occupational, physical, and speech therapy, and other medical-related services.
Valley View Nursing and Rehabilitation commits to delivering the utmost care and support seniors deserve. The community offers customized care plans to ensure residents’ unique needs are well taken care of. Experience top-notch care and assistance and cherish every moment with Valley View Nursing and Rehabilitation. Amenities include a rehab gym, a lobby, and a cozy sitting area.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these nursing homes
Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.
Weighting overview
- 35%Care Quality
- 20%Staffing
- 20%Regulatory
- 20%Operational
- 5%Environment
01
Care Quality 35%
The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.
- Includes
- Overall Rating
- Health Inspection
- QM Rating
- Long-Stay QM
- Short-Stay QM
02
Staffing Adequacy 20%
The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
- Includes
- Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
- RN vs State
- Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
- RN Turnover
03
Regulatory & Safety Record 20%
Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
- Includes
- Citations
- Citations/Inspection
- Severe Citations
- Fines
- Accreditations
04
Operational & Financial Stability 20%
Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.
- Includes
- Occupancy vs State
- Avg Length of Stay
- Revenue
- Payroll %
- Years in Operation
- Admin Tenure
05
Environment & Accessibility 5%
Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.
- Includes
- Walk Score
- BBB Rating
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Idaho
What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Idaho?
Assisted living in Idaho is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.
Does Idaho Medicaid cover nursing home care?
Yes — Idaho Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.
What is nursing home care?
Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.
How many nursing homes are listed on this page?
This page features 22 nursing homes in Idaho. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right nursing home 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 nursing homes 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.
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