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The Iris MT
Exterior view of The Iris Senior Living facility sign. Exterior view of a senior living facility surrounded by greenery Cozy private resident room with a queen bed and desk Common area with seating and fireplace in a senior living facility Bright dining room with tables set for meals Outdoor gathering space with seating and decorations

The Iris MT

1104 6Th Ave N, Great Falls, MT 59401 View map
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Overview of The Iris Mt

The Iris, located in Great Falls, MT, is a senior living community offering independent living services and amenities which provides modern conveniences and comfort for their residents. Their accommodation options ranging from studio, to one-to-two bedroom units offer spacious bedrooms and living areas, kitchenette, and private bathrooms.
Additionally, the monthly rent includes three restaurant-style meals, 24/7 staff availability, and weekly housekeeping and laundry. For added sense of security, a monitored care team call system is also available in the accommodations, so the residents may rest assured that help is always available.

Facility Direct Line (406) 302-0027
By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 83 Rank #12 / 26Bed count — State benchmarkedThis independent living community is ranked 12th out of 26 independent living communities we track in Montana for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Montana facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every independent living community we track in Montana that reports data for that category. Independent living 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.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Years of operating Info A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #21 / 25Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis independent living community is ranked 21st out of 25 independent living communities we track in Montana for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Montana 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 Montana that reports data for that category. Independent living 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.
1 year
Walk Score Info Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk. Rank #9 / 47Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis independent living community is ranked 9th out of 47 independent living communities we track in Montana for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Montana 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 Montana that reports data for that category. Independent living 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.
74 / 100

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeRetirement Homes
StatusCurrent
IssuanceJuly 27, 2025
ExpirationJuly 26, 2028
License Number31465

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Iris MT is administered by Kathy Kuntz.

Additional Policies & Features

Visitor PolicyOpen for public visits

Amenities & Lifestyle

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Patio

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Inspection History

In Montana, the Department of Public Health and Human Services, Quality Assurance Division is the state body responsible for inspecting and licensing all senior residential care facilities.

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Montana state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Overall vs. MT average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityMT Averagevs. MT Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 35 This facility has had 40% fewer total inspections than the Montana average (3 vs. MT avg 5). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 40% fewer

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Address 0.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Great Falls's city center to The Iris MT's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
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.
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.
The Springs at Bozeman
IL
AL
MC
Bozeman (Gallatin Center)
105
Facility 105
MT AVG 88
Rank #8 / 26
No
36
Facility 36
MT AVG 45
Rank #28 / 47
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
2
Facility 2
MT AVG 10
Rank #12 / 25
-Kelly Flock1
2
Facility 2
MT AVG 3
Rank #14 / 24
1
Facility 1
MT AVG 4.3
Rank #7 / 24
2
Facility 2
MT AVG 21
Rank #2 / 19
2.0
Facility 2.0
MT AVG 4.2
Rank #5 / 19
The Iris MT
IL
Great Falls
83
Facility 83
MT AVG 88
Rank #12 / 26
No
74
Facility 74
MT AVG 45
Rank #9 / 47
-
1
Facility 1
MT AVG 10
Rank #21 / 25
-Kathy Kuntz3
0
Facility 0
MT AVG 3
Rank #1 / 24
0
Facility 0
MT AVG 4.3
Rank #1 / 24
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Touchmark on Saddle Drive – Helena
IL
AL
MC
Helena
82
Facility 82
MT AVG 88
Rank #14 / 26
Yes
8
Facility 8
MT AVG 45
Rank #41 / 47
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
2
Facility 2
MT AVG 10
Rank #12 / 25
-Christina Milar1
1
Facility 1
MT AVG 3
Rank #12 / 24
0
Facility 0
MT AVG 4.3
Rank #1 / 24
0
Facility 0
MT AVG 21
Rank #1 / 19
0.0
Facility 0.0
MT AVG 4.2
Rank #1 / 19
Golden Eagle Plaza Senior Living
IL
AL
Great Falls (Southside)
42
Facility 42
MT AVG 88
Rank #21 / 26
Yes
46
Facility 46
MT AVG 45
Rank #23 / 47
Studio / 1 Bed
28
Facility 28
MT AVG 10
Rank #4 / 25
A+Judy Lindquist9
3
Facility 3
MT AVG 3
Rank #16 / 24
9
Facility 9
MT AVG 4.3
Rank #21 / 24
32
Facility 32
MT AVG 21
Rank #14 / 19
3.6
Facility 3.6
MT AVG 4.2
Rank #12 / 19
St. John‘s United WyndStone
IL
AL
CCRC
MC
Billings (Heights)
36
Facility 36
MT AVG 88
Rank #24 / 26
No
3
Facility 3
MT AVG 45
Rank #46 / 47
1 Bed / 2 Bed
1
Facility 1
MT AVG 10
Rank #21 / 25
-Kailee Noyes2
0
Facility 0
MT AVG 3
Rank #1 / 24
2
Facility 2
MT AVG 4.3
Rank #11 / 24
3
Facility 3
MT AVG 21
Rank #6 / 19
1.5
Facility 1.5
MT AVG 4.2
Rank #2 / 19

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each independent living community is ranked against every other MT 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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Frequently Asked Questions about The Iris MT

Is The Iris MT in a walkable area?

The Iris MT has a walk score of 74. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the license number of The Iris MT?

According to MT state health department records, The Iris MT's license number is 31465.

When does The Iris MT's license expire?

According to MT state health department records, The Iris MT's license expires on July 26, 2028.

How long has The Iris MT been in business?

The Iris MT has been operating for approximately 1 year, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at The Iris MT?

No, The Iris MT has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of The Iris MT?

Kathy Kuntz is the administrator of The Iris MT.

How many beds does The Iris MT have?

The Iris MT has 83 beds.

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