Salmon Creek

Overview of Salmon Creek

Offering apartment-style living for active seniors wanting to uphold their independence, Salmon Creek is an independent living community in the West Boise neighborhood of Boise. It features studio, one-, and two-bedroom floor plans in a three-story building. With a walk score of 19, the location requires a car for most errands, but occupants benefit from proximity to shopping, dining, healthcare, and recreation, including nearby DeMeyer Park and Hewett Park.

Salmon Creek provides chef-prepared meals served thrice daily, regular fitness programs, and a full calendar of activities and events. Weekly housekeeping and linen services clean apartments, and staff can arrange transportation for medical appointments and outings. For any resident needs, a 24/7 management team is on-site. For those requiring additional medical support, staff can help coordinate with private home care providers. Salmon Creek welcomes occupants with pets and operates at a starting price of $2,595 monthly. Operating for 16 years, the facility offers the kind of established, supportive atmosphere where seniors can enjoy active social engagement alongside the freedom to live independently.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Years of operating Info A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #49 / 112Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 49th out of 112 homes 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 cover every community we track in Idaho that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
16 years
Walk Score Info Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options. Rank #130 / 169Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 130th out of 169 homes 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 cover every community we track in Idaho that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
19 / 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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What does this home offer?

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Room Sizes: 328 - 518 / 542 - 894 / 869 - 1,056 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Transportation Services

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Recreational Activities

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Housekeeping Services

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Exercise Programs

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Salmon Creek

2 bedroom
1 Bedroom
Studio

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Address 7.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Boise's city center to Salmon Creek'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. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over 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.
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.
Arbor Village at Hillcrest
IL
AL
RC
Boise (Boise Bench)
152
Facility 152
ID AVG 63
Rank #1 / 96
Yes
70
Facility 70
ID AVG 40
Rank #18 / 169
Studio / 1 bed / 2 bed
41
Facility 41
ID AVG 15
Rank #5 / 112
A+Corrie Jason-5
0
Facility 0
ID AVG 1
Rank #1 / 90
1
Facility 1
ID AVG 1.6
Rank #14 / 69
5
Facility 5
ID AVG 4.1
Rank #52 / 90
54
Facility 54
ID AVG 24
Rank #79 / 86
10.8
Facility 10.8
ID AVG 6.0
Rank #78 / 86
Truewood by Merrill, Boise
IL
AL
MC
Boise (West Boise)
124
Facility 124
ID AVG 63
Rank #5 / 96
Yes
40
Facility 40
ID AVG 40
Rank #81 / 169
Cottage / Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
14
Facility 14
ID AVG 15
Rank #53 / 112
-Redwine SummerThe Merrill Group, Inc7
4
Facility 4
ID AVG 1
Rank #85 / 90
1
Facility 1
ID AVG 1.6
Rank #14 / 69
7
Facility 7
ID AVG 4.1
Rank #76 / 90
59
Facility 59
ID AVG 24
Rank #81 / 86
8.4
Facility 8.4
ID AVG 6.0
Rank #70 / 86
Grace Independent and Assisted Living
IL
AL
MC
Boise
95
Facility 95
ID AVG 63
Rank #20 / 96
Yes
33
Facility 33
ID AVG 40
Rank #94 / 169
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
21
Facility 21
ID AVG 15
Rank #30 / 112
A+Cardenas ShantelGiovino Charles | Hines Linda | Kamo Colter3
3
Facility 3
ID AVG 1
Rank #78 / 90
2
Facility 2
ID AVG 1.6
Rank #37 / 69
3
Facility 3
ID AVG 4.1
Rank #25 / 90
9
Facility 9
ID AVG 24
Rank #20 / 86
3.0
Facility 3.0
ID AVG 6.0
Rank #10 / 86
Grace Assisted Living – Grace Boise Englefield
IL
AL
HOS
MC
Boise (Boise Bench)
92
Facility 92
ID AVG 63
Rank #21 / 96
Yes
21
Facility 21
ID AVG 40
Rank #127 / 169
Studio / 1 bed / 2 bed
28
Facility 28
ID AVG 15
Rank #14 / 112
A+Bahr EricaHines Linda | Kamo Colter | Tamura Doug3
4
Facility 4
ID AVG 1
Rank #85 / 90
1
Facility 1
ID AVG 1.6
Rank #14 / 69
3
Facility 3
ID AVG 4.1
Rank #25 / 90
14
Facility 14
ID AVG 24
Rank #31 / 86
4.7
Facility 4.7
ID AVG 6.0
Rank #38 / 86
Salmon Creek
IL
Boise (West Boise)-Yes
19
Facility 19
ID AVG 40
Rank #130 / 169
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
16
Facility 16
ID AVG 15
Rank #49 / 112
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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Idaho

Salmon Creek 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).
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)

Frequently Asked Questions about Salmon Creek

What neighborhood is Salmon Creek in?

Salmon Creek is in the West Boise neighborhood of Boise.

Is Salmon Creek in a walkable area?

Salmon Creek has a walk score of 19. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

How long has Salmon Creek been in business?

Salmon Creek has been operating for approximately 16 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Salmon Creek?

Yes, Salmon Creek allows residents to bring their pets.

How much does Salmon Creek cost per month?

Pricing at Salmon Creek starts at $2,595 per month, with rates varying by floorplan and additional care needs.

Are there photos of Salmon Creek?

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What is the address of Salmon Creek?

Salmon Creek is located at 4890 N Cloverdale Rd, Boise, ID 83713.

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