The Iris Senior Living
The Iris Senior Living
Overview of The Iris Senior Living
The Iris Senior Living is an independent living community in Great Falls, Montana, set about a mile from the city center in a neighborhood that scores 74 out of 100 for walkability, so many everyday errands can be handled on foot. The community is led by administrator Kathy Kuntz and has been in operation for roughly 48 years, one of the longer track records among senior living options in the area. With 83 residences across a three-story building, it offers a larger shared setting where residents have access to common spaces and organized community activities.
Housing comes in studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom layouts, with floor plans ranging from about 425 to 835 square feet, giving residents room to choose a space that fits how they like to live. While the emphasis is on independent living, the community pairs that independence with a real layer of daily support. Residents have access to 24-hour nursing staff, medication management, help with activities of daily living, incontinence care, and mobility assistance, along with housekeeping and laundry services that take routine chores off their plate.
Day-to-day life is rounded out by fitness and recreation offerings and on-site transportation, which makes appointments, errands, and outings easier for residents who no longer drive. Pets are welcome, so residents can keep the animal companions that make a place feel like home. Taken together, the setting suits an older adult who wants to keep a good measure of independence while having steady help and a walkable, established neighborhood close at hand.
83-bed community Rank #36 / 103Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 36th out of 103 homes 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 cover every community we track in Montana 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.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
48 years in operation Rank #1 / 91Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1st out of 91 homes 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 cover every community we track in Montana 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.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 74 / 100 Rank #20 / 149Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 20th out of 149 homes 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 cover every community we track in Montana 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.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community
Facility TypeRetirement Homes
StatusCurrent
IssuanceJuly 27, 2025
ExpirationJuly 26, 2028
License Number31465
The Iris Senior Living is administered by Kathy Kuntz.
Profit StatusFor-profit
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
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.
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Inspections
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Total inspections
Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility.
| 3 | 7 | This facility has had 57% fewer total inspections than the Montana average (3 vs. MT avg 7). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 57% fewer |
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 425 / 601 / 702 / 835 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for The Iris Senior Living
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1.1 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Great Falls's city center to The Iris Senior Living'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 to lowest based on our ranking 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.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
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.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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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.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Formal complaint investigations counted in the state record—distinct from every routine licensure inspection.
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How many inspections had one or more deficiencies recorded. Compare to total inspections to see how often problems were found on visit.
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Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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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.
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| The Ivy at Great Falls | IL NH AL MC | Great Falls | 278
Facility
278
MT AVG
70
Rank
#1 / 103 | No |
43
Facility
43
MT AVG
45
Rank
#80 / 149 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Rainbow Senior Living Of Great Falls | IL AL | Great Falls | 106
Facility
106
MT AVG
70
Rank
#18 / 103 | No |
91
Facility
91
MT AVG
45
Rank
#4 / 149 | - | 30
Facility
30
MT AVG
7
Rank
#4 / 91 | A+ | Dawn Mounts | 14 | 17
Facility
17
MT AVG
3
Rank
#72 / 73 | 14
Facility
14
MT AVG
3.5
Rank
#72 / 73 | 72
Facility
72
MT AVG
21
Rank
#57 / 59 | 5.1
Facility
5.1
MT AVG
3.0
Rank
#49 / 59 |
| The Iris Senior Living | IL | Great Falls | 83
Facility
83
MT AVG
70
Rank
#36 / 103 | Yes |
74
Facility
74
MT AVG
45
Rank
#20 / 149 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 48
Facility
48
MT AVG
7
Rank
#1 / 91 | A+ | Kathy Kuntz | 3 | 0
Facility
0
MT AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 73 | 0
Facility
0
MT AVG
3.5
Rank
#1 / 73 | - | - |
| Golden Eagle Plaza Senior Living | IL AL | Great Falls (Southside) | 42
Facility
42
MT AVG
70
Rank
#66 / 103 | Yes |
46
Facility
46
MT AVG
45
Rank
#73 / 149 | Studio / 1 Bed | 28
Facility
28
MT AVG
7
Rank
#6 / 91 | A+ | Judy Lindquist | 9 | 3
Facility
3
MT AVG
3
Rank
#48 / 73 | 9
Facility
9
MT AVG
3.5
Rank
#68 / 73 | 32
Facility
32
MT AVG
21
Rank
#49 / 59 | 3.6
Facility
3.6
MT AVG
3.0
Rank
#38 / 59 |
| Eagles Manor Retirement Community | IL AL | Great Falls (Southside) | - | Yes |
51
Facility
51
MT AVG
45
Rank
#65 / 149 | Studio / 1 Bed | - | - | Assisted Living | - | - | - | - | - |
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The Iris Senior Living is located in Great Falls, Montana.
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Iris Senior Living
Is The Iris Senior Living in a walkable area?
The Iris 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.
What is the license number of The Iris Senior Living?
According to MT state health department records, The Iris Senior Living's license number is 31465.
When does The Iris Senior Living's license expire?
According to MT state health department records, The Iris Senior Living's license expires on July 26, 2028.
How long has The Iris Senior Living been in business?
The Iris Senior Living has been operating for approximately 48 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at The Iris Senior Living?
Yes, The Iris Senior Living allows residents to bring their pets.
Does The Iris Senior Living operate as a for-profit or non-profit?
The Iris Senior Living is registered as a for-profit in MT.
Who is the administrator of The Iris Senior Living?
Kathy Kuntz is the administrator of The Iris Senior Living.
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