Overview of Heatherwood Senior Living

About 3.9 miles from the city center, Heatherwood Senior Living is an independent living community in Boise’s Boise Bench neighborhood on West Kootenai Street. The location scores 74 for walkability, meaning most daily errands are walkable, a meaningful upside for residents navigating alone. Roughly a mile away is the Vibra Hospital of Boise.

The facility offers apartments in three floor plans: studios spanning from 338 to 480 square feet, and one- and two-bedroom units between 588 and 950 square feet. This lets residents choose the size that fits their needs and lifestyle. The home is designed for self-sufficient people 55 and older seeking a community setting with no care services. Occupants live in private apartments while enjoying access to shared spaces throughout the property. Daily life centers on shared amenities and activities. Restaurant-style dining connects residents and families, and the courtyard and lounges offer spaces for socializing or repose. A scheduled activity calendar supplies regular opportunities for engagement and recreation. The straightforward design focuses on what independent living residents value: privacy in their own homes, the option for community connection, and the convenience of a walkable neighborhood.

Walk Score
Walk Score: 74 / 100 Rank #16 / 196Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 16th out of 196 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Idaho that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

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What does this home offer?

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Minimum Age: 55

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No pets allowed

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Room Sizes: 338 / 480 - 588 / 950 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 bed / 2 bed

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Heatherwood Senior Living

1 Bedroom
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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Idaho

Heatherwood Senior Living is located in Boise, 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).
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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.
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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).
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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).
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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
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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).
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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.
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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
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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)

Frequently Asked Questions about Heatherwood Senior Living

What neighborhood is Heatherwood Senior Living in?

Heatherwood Senior Living is in the Boise Bench neighborhood.

Is Heatherwood Senior Living in a walkable area?

Heatherwood Senior Living has a walk score of 74. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

Are pets allowed at Heatherwood Senior Living?

No, Heatherwood Senior Living has a no-pet policy.

Are there photos of Heatherwood Senior Living?

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What is the address of Heatherwood Senior Living?

Heatherwood Senior Living is located at 5277 W Kootenai St, Boise, ID 83705.

What is the phone number of Heatherwood Senior Living?

(208) 345-2150 will put you in contact with the team at Heatherwood Senior Living.

Does Heatherwood Senior Living provide medical or personal care assistance?

No — Heatherwood Senior Living is an independent living community. Residents live on their own in private apartments with access to amenities, dining, and social activities.

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