Edgewood Vista Missoula
Memory Care & Adult Day Care · Missoula, MT

Edgewood Vista Missoula

Memory Care & Adult Day Care · Missoula, MT

Overview of Edgewood Vista Missoula

Edgewood Vista Missoula is a senior living community in Missoula, Montana, offering assisted living together with dedicated memory care. It sits on Palmer Street in northwest Missoula, a moderately walkable location scoring 58 out of 100, where some errands can be handled on foot and the city’s medical services are within easy reach. The community has been in operation for about 19 years, giving it a long track record in the area.

This is a smaller, more intimate setting, with 25 beds and around 80 percent occupancy, meaning roughly 20 residents call it home. That scale often appeals to families who want their loved one known by name and cared for in a quieter, more personal environment rather than a large multi-building campus. For memory care in particular, a smaller resident count can make daily routines calmer and easier to navigate.

Memory care is a core part of what Edgewood Vista does. The community uses a specially trained team to deliver individualized care planning and programming built around each resident’s needs, alongside increased security measures suited to residents living with cognitive change. Dining is adapted as well, with modified options that reflect the practical realities of supporting people through memory loss. Together these features point to a setting designed specifically for higher-acuity memory support rather than assisted living alone.

Day-to-day operations are administered by Dylan Barrera, with Esmerelda Valencia serving as director, so families have named points of contact for questions about care and daily life. Across its inspection record, the community’s findings have most often related to the emergency call system, care-plan documentation, and environmental safety matters such as storage and access, rather than concerns about direct resident care. Families evaluating the home may want to ask how the call system and care-planning process are managed day to day, since those have been recurring themes.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 25 Rank #83 / 103Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 83rd 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.

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

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 / 91Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 12th 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.
19 years
Walk Score Info Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #48 / 149Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 48th 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.
58 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available. Rank #10 / 30Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 10th out of 30 homes we track in Montana for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Montana average, with its Statewide rank out of 30. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.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.
80% This home usually has availability
Higher than the Montana average: 65.6%
Occupied beds
20 / 25
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

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusCurrent
IssuanceNovember 15, 2025
ExpirationNovember 14, 2028
License Number13252

Ownership & Operating Entity

Edgewood Vista Missoula is administered by Dylan Barrera.

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

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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.

Since 2014 · 12 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 20 deficiencies 6 inspections

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.

Since 2014 vs. Montana state average
Overall vs. MT average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Montana average:
• Total deficiencies (13% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (16% below)

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityMT Averagevs. MT Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 2023 This facility has 13% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Montana assisted living residence (20 vs. MT avg 23).↓ 13% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 3.33.94 This facility has 16% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Montana assisted living residence (3.3 vs. MT avg 3.94).↓ 16% better

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. 65 This facility has had 20% more total inspections than the Montana average (6 vs. MT avg 5). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 20% more

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Address 2.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Missoula's city center to Edgewood Vista Missoula's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Memory Care around Missoula

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. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. 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. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home.
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 Village Senior Residence
MC
AL
IL
Missoula
117
Facility 117
MT AVG 70
Rank #13 / 103
Yes
49
Facility 49
MT AVG 45
Rank #69 / 149
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
2
Facility 2
MT AVG 7
Rank #35 / 91
-,8
4
Facility 4
MT AVG 3
Rank #57 / 73
7
Facility 7
MT AVG 3.5
Rank #63 / 73
15
Facility 15
MT AVG 21
Rank #34 / 59
1.9
Facility 1.9
MT AVG 4.2
Rank #12 / 59
The Springs at Missoula
MC
AL
IL
Missoula (North Reserve)
74
Facility 74
MT AVG 70
Rank #41 / 103
Yes
41
Facility 41
MT AVG 45
Rank #83 / 149
1 Bed / 2 Bed
29
Facility 29
MT AVG 7
Rank #5 / 91
-Jennifer Talkington4
0
Facility 0
MT AVG 3
Rank #1 / 73
0
Facility 0
MT AVG 3.5
Rank #1 / 73
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Missoula Health and Rehabilitation Center
MC
AL
NH
RC
SNF
Missoula (Upper Rattlesnake)
49
Facility 49
MT AVG 70
Rank #62 / 103
No
13
Facility 13
MT AVG 45
Rank #128 / 149
-
17
Facility 17
MT AVG 7
Rank #16 / 91
-Rebecca Davis3
1
Facility 1
MT AVG 3
Rank #34 / 73
3
Facility 3
MT AVG 3.5
Rank #36 / 73
37
Facility 37
MT AVG 21
Rank #53 / 59
12.3
Facility 12.3
MT AVG 4.2
Rank #59 / 59
Edgewood Vista Missoula
MC
ADC
Missoula (Westside)
25
Facility 25
MT AVG 70
Rank #83 / 103
No
58
Facility 58
MT AVG 45
Rank #48 / 149
Studio / 1 Bed
19
Facility 19
MT AVG 7
Rank #12 / 91
A+Dylan Barrera6
5
Facility 5
MT AVG 3
Rank #62 / 73
6
Facility 6
MT AVG 3.5
Rank #57 / 73
20
Facility 20
MT AVG 21
Rank #39 / 59
3.3
Facility 3.3
MT AVG 4.2
Rank #34 / 59
At Home Assisted Living
MC
AL
IL
Missoula
20
Facility 20
MT AVG 70
Rank #88 / 103
No
4
Facility 4
MT AVG 45
Rank #144 / 149
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
21
Facility 21
MT AVG 7
Rank #8 / 91
A+Dorothy Cantrell20
21
Facility 21
MT AVG 3
Rank #73 / 73
20
Facility 20
MT AVG 3.5
Rank #73 / 73
166
Facility 166
MT AVG 21
Rank #59 / 59
8.3
Facility 8.3
MT AVG 4.2
Rank #55 / 59

Financial Assistance for
Memory Care in Montana

Edgewood Vista Missoula is located in Missoula, Montana.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Montana.

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Big Sky Waiver

Montana Medicaid Big Sky Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General Montana 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).
MT

Rural state; limited providers in some areas.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.) Meals ($6/meal)

Montana Community First Choice

MT CFC

Age 65+ or disabled
General Montana resident, Medicaid- eligible.
Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, Medicaid threshold
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
MT

Less intensive than waiver; rural focus.

Benefits
Personal care (up to 40 hours/month) Homemaker services Respite (varies)

Big Sky Rx

Montana Big Sky Rx

Age 65+ or disabled
General Montana resident, enrolled in Medicare Part D, income below limit.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (individual), ~$3,380/month (couple).
Asset Limits Not assessed.
MT

Covers up to $38.75/month premium; statewide via AAAs.

Benefits
Prescription drug premium assistance (~$465/year) Reducing out-of-pocket costs

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Montana Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Montana 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).
MT

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

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

Montana Caregiver Support Program (via NFCSP)

Montana Caregiver Support Program

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

10 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($50/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

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

Montana VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Montana 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
MT

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 Edgewood Vista Missoula

What neighborhood is Edgewood Vista Missoula in?

Edgewood Vista Missoula is in the Westside neighborhood of Missoula.

Is Edgewood Vista Missoula in a walkable area?

Edgewood Vista Missoula has a walk score of 58. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of Edgewood Vista Missoula?

According to MT state health department records, Edgewood Vista Missoula's license number is 13252.

When does Edgewood Vista Missoula's license expire?

According to MT state health department records, Edgewood Vista Missoula's license expires on November 14, 2028.

What is the occupancy rate at Edgewood Vista Missoula?

Edgewood Vista Missoula's occupancy is 80%.

How long has Edgewood Vista Missoula been in business?

Edgewood Vista Missoula has been operating for approximately 19 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Edgewood Vista Missoula?

No, Edgewood Vista Missoula has a no-pet policy.

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