Avista Senior Living Twin Falls
Nursing Home · Idaho, ID

Avista Senior Living Twin Falls

Nursing Home · Idaho, ID

Overview of Avista Senior Living Twin Falls

Avista Senior Living Twin Falls is a senior living community in Twin Falls, Idaho, offering assisted living services. The community provides a variety of activities and amenities to support residents' well-being and independence. With a dedicated healthcare team available 24/7, residents receive personalized care tailored to their needs.
(208) 733-7511
Bed community size
45-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
2 years in operation
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 90 / 100
Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

About this community

Awards

Awards2025 Gold Award in the Residential Assisted Living Facility Program, 2025 Best of Senior Living Award from A Place for Mom

License Details

StatusUnrestricted
IssuanceSeptember 3, 2023
License NumberRC-1297

Ownership & Operating Entity

Avista Senior Living Twin Falls is administrated by Watson Tamra.

Owner NameTwin Falls Al, LLC

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Contact Information

Fax208-733-2370

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed
HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

ActivitiesA full calendar of events and activities coordinated by Activity Directors.

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionRestaurant-style dining with a variety of nutritious meals prepared by chefs.

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Inspection History

In Idaho, the Department of Health and Welfare, Bureau of Facility Standards is the state agency tasked with inspecting and licensing assisted living and nursing home facilities.

Since 2023 · 3 years of data 5 deficiencies 3 inspections

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

Since 2023 vs. Idaho state average
Overall vs. ID average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 4 Better Metrics better than Idaho average:
• Total deficiencies (79% below)
• Deficiencies per year (79% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (72% below)
• Total inspections (25% below)
Latest Inspection February 26, 2025

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

MetricThis FacilityID Averagevs. ID Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 524 This facility has 79% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Idaho nursing home (5 vs. ID avg 24).↓ 79% better
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2023. 1.78 This facility has 79% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Idaho nursing home (1.7 vs. ID avg 8).↓ 79% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 1.76 This facility has 72% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Idaho nursing home (1.7 vs. ID avg 6).↓ 72% better

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

MetricThis FacilityID Averagevs. ID Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 34 This facility has 25% fewer total inspections than a typical Idaho nursing home (3 vs. ID avg 4).↓ 25% better

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

The most recent inspection on August 29, 2024, identified two deficiencies related to fire safety, including the use of a prohibited relocatable power tap for an oxygen concentrator and failure to conduct the required two night fire/evacuation drills. Earlier inspections showed additional deficiencies at the initial licensure survey in December 2023, which included incomplete background checks for employees and gaps in documentation of resident service agreements and assessments. No fines, enforcement actions, or complaint investigations were listed in the available reports. The main themes across inspections involved safety compliance and documentation issues. The facility’s record shows some ongoing challenges with regulatory requirements, with fire safety issues noted most recently.

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Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Idaho

Avista Senior Living Twin Falls is located in Twin Falls, Idaho.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in 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)

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Frequently Asked Questions about Avista Senior Living Twin Falls

Who is the owner of Avista Senior Living Twin Falls?

The legal owner and operator of Avista Senior Living Twin Falls is Twin Falls AL, LLC.

Is Avista Senior Living Twin Falls in a walkable area?

Avista Senior Living Twin Falls has a walk score of 90. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

What is the license number of Avista Senior Living Twin Falls?

According to ID state health department records, Avista Senior Living Twin Falls's license number is RC-1297.

Who is the administrator of Avista Senior Living Twin Falls?

Watson Tamra is the administrator of Avista Senior Living Twin Falls.

How many beds does Avista Senior Living Twin Falls have?

Avista Senior Living Twin Falls has 45 beds.

Are there photos of Avista Senior Living Twin Falls?

Yes — there are 2 photos of Avista Senior Living Twin Falls in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Avista Senior Living Twin Falls?

Avista Senior Living Twin Falls is located at 1800 Harrison St N.

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