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Elk Creek Senior Living Apartments
Independent Living · Idaho Falls, ID
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Elk Creek Senior Living Apartments

Independent Living · Idaho Falls, ID
1960 Martha Ave, Idaho Falls, ID 83404 View map
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Elk Creek Senior Living Apartments operates as an independent living community in Idaho Falls, catering to adults aged 55 and older. Available layouts include one- and two-bedroom units, allowing space for solo residents or couples. Daily personal care services are not provided, preserving an independent residential setup without routine assistance.

Pet owners are welcome across the property, and shared grounds include a dedicated fitness room, an outdoor courtyard, and picnic areas equipped with barbecue grills.

Prospective families helping seniors relocate to Idaho Falls can contact Elk Creek Senior Living Apartments to check floor plan availability and arrange a walkthrough of the grounds.

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By The Numbers

Community insights.

Years of operating Info A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #12 / 37Years in operation — State benchmarked This independent living community is ranked 12th out of 37 independent living communities we track in Idaho for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Idaho facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every independent living community we track in Idaho that reports data for that category. Independent living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
23 years
Walk Score Info Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #50 / 73Walk Score — State benchmarked This independent living community is ranked 50th out of 73 independent living communities we track in Idaho for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Idaho facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every independent living community we track in Idaho that reports data for that category. Independent living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
26 / 100
BBB Rating Info An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
A+ Not Accredited
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About This Community

Pricing & Financial Information

The below pricing was updated on

Entrance FeeA one-time fee paid when moving in, common at continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs). Depending on the contract, part of it may be refundable.
$300

Additional Policies & Features

Pets AllowedPet fee/deposit applies.
Minimum Age55 Years Old

Amenities & Lifestyle

Parking
Fitness Center
Elevator
Courtyard
Bbq Area
Picnic Area
Laundry
Patio
Balcony
Storage Units
Touring HoursMon – Fri: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Saturday – Sunday: Closed

Room Accommodations

Building Type2-story
1 Bedroom 550 sq ft
2 Bedroom 770 sq ft
In-Room Features
Dishwasher Refrigerator Microwave Oven

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Address 3.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Idaho Falls's city center to Elk Creek Senior Living Apartments's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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-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. 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.
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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
Lincoln Court Assisted & Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
Idaho Falls
148
Facility 148
ID AVG 78
Rank #2 / 29
No
46
Facility 46
ID AVG 43
Rank #32 / 73
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
45
Facility 45
ID AVG 19
Rank #2 / 37
-Suzanne FuhrimanEvrett Benton | Aaron Benton | Adam Benton | Raymond L. Henderson9
6
Facility 6
ID AVG 3
Rank #1 / 28
7
Facility 7
ID AVG 1.7
Rank #12 / 24
9
Facility 9
ID AVG 7.9
Rank #17 / 28
52
Facility 52
ID AVG 35
Rank #18 / 27
5.8
Facility 5.8
ID AVG 8.8
Rank #17 / 27
MorningStar Senior Living of Idaho Falls
IL
AL
MC
RC
Idaho Falls (Sandcreek Commons)
122
Facility 122
ID AVG 78
Rank #6 / 29
Yes
28
Facility 28
ID AVG 43
Rank #49 / 73
1 Bed / 2 Bed
19
Facility 19
ID AVG 19
Rank #20 / 37
-Kimberly MessickChp Idaho Falls Id Tenant Corporation11
6
Facility 6
ID AVG 3
Rank #22 / 28
7
Facility 7
ID AVG 1.7
Rank #12 / 24
11
Facility 11
ID AVG 7.9
Rank #23 / 28
35
Facility 35
ID AVG 35
Rank #11 / 27
3.2
Facility 3.2
ID AVG 8.8
Rank #5 / 27
Fairwinds – Sand Creek
IL
AL
Idaho Falls
75
Facility 75
ID AVG 78
Rank #15 / 29
Yes
44
Facility 44
ID AVG 43
Rank #35 / 73
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
26
Facility 26
ID AVG 19
Rank #10 / 37
-Debbie HenscheidCharles S. Lytle | Karen E. Lytle10
1
Facility 1
ID AVG 3
Rank #11 / 28
12
Facility 12
ID AVG 1.7
Rank #21 / 24
10
Facility 10
ID AVG 7.9
Rank #19 / 28
72
Facility 72
ID AVG 35
Rank #23 / 27
7.2
Facility 7.2
ID AVG 8.8
Rank #22 / 27
Elk Creek Senior Living Apartments
IL
Idaho Falls-Yes
26
Facility 26
ID AVG 43
Rank #50 / 73
1 Bed / 2 Bed
23
Facility 23
ID AVG 19
Rank #12 / 37
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Rosslare Senior Apartments
IL
Idaho Falls (Parkwood Pointe Apartments)-No
54
Facility 54
ID AVG 43
Rank #24 / 73
1 Bed / 2 Bed----------

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each independent living community is ranked against every other ID independent living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Idaho

Elk Creek Senior Living Apartments is located in Idaho Falls, Idaho.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Idaho.

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Aged and Disabled Waiver

Idaho Medicaid A&D Waiver

Age 65+ or 18+ with disability
General Idaho resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home, car).
ID

Rural areas prioritized; waitlists possible.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day, e.g., bathing, dressing) Respite care (up to 240 hours/year) Adult day care ($55/day) Home modifications ($1,000 avg.)

Idaho Senior Solutions

Idaho Senior Solutions (via AAA)

Age 60+
General Idaho resident, or caregiver of senior.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
ID

Limited funding; focus on rural access.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$55/day) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Personal Care Services Program (PCSP)

Idaho Medicaid State Plan PCS

Age 65+ or disabled
General Idaho resident, Medicaid-eligible, needs help with ADLs (e.g., bathing, eating).
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,020/month (individual), ~$1,470/month (couple).
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home, car).
ID

Less stringent than A&D Waiver; no nursing home-level care requirement.

Benefits
Personal care (~4-6 hours/day, e.g., dressing, meal prep) Light housekeeping Medication management

Medicare Medicaid Coordinated Plan (MMCP)

Idaho MMCP

Age 65+ or disabled
General Idaho resident, dual-eligible (Medicare A/B/D + Medicaid), health needs requiring coordination.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
ID

Available in select counties (e.g., Ada, Canyon); not statewide.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($55/day) Medical care Home health

Idaho Home Choice (Money Follows the Person)

Idaho Home Choice

Age 65+ or disabled
General Idaho resident, Medicaid-eligible, institutionalized 90+ days, intent to return to community.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset limits —
ID

Focus on rural transitions; capped enrollment.

Benefits
Transition services (e.g., moving costs, deposits) Personal care (4-6 hours/day) Home mods ($1,000) Respite (~5 days/year)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Idaho Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Idaho resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
ID

No waitlist; three tiers based on income.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Idaho NFCSP Respite Care

Age —
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Idaho resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
ID

Six AAAs; prioritizes rural, low-income caregivers.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($55/day) Caregiver training

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Idaho VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Idaho resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
ID

High veteran demand in rural areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Elk Creek Senior Living Apartments

Quick answers from public records and the community's own listing.
01 Is Elk Creek Senior Living Apartments in a walkable area?
Elk Creek Senior Living Apartments has a walk score of 26. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
02 How long has Elk Creek Senior Living Apartments been in business?
Elk Creek Senior Living Apartments has been operating for approximately 23 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
03 Does Elk Creek Senior Living Apartments have different floorplan options?
Yes — see the floorplan options available at Elk Creek Senior Living Apartments on this page.
04 Are pets allowed at Elk Creek Senior Living Apartments?
Yes, Elk Creek Senior Living Apartments allows residents to bring their pets.
05 How much does Elk Creek Senior Living Apartments cost per month?
Pricing at Elk Creek Senior Living Apartments starts at $300 per month, with rates varying by floorplan and additional care needs.
06 Are there photos of Elk Creek Senior Living Apartments?
Yes — there are 13 photos of Elk Creek Senior Living Apartments in the photo gallery on this page.
07 What levels of care does Elk Creek Senior Living Apartments provide?
Elk Creek Senior Living Apartments offers Independent Living.
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