The Iris MT

The Iris MT is an Independent Living Home in Montana

The Iris MT is an Independent Living Home in Montana

The Iris MT

1104 6th Ave N, Great Falls, MT 59401 View Map

The Iris MT is an Independent Living Home in Montana

The Iris MT is an Independent Living Home in Montana

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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.

(406) 302-0027

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 83
Bed community size
83-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 74 / 100
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

License Status
Current
Facility Type
Retirement Homes
License Date
July 27, 2025
License Expiration
July 26, 2028

Additional licensing details

License number: 31465

Ownership & operating entity

The Iris MT is administrated by Kuntz, Kathy.

Amenities & Lifestyle

Programs & Activities

Specific Programs
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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.

Breakdown by inspection type
  • 3 renewal/recertification inspections

Results

0 with issues

3 without issues

Latest inspection

Date:May 23, 2025
Type:Renewal Inspection
Results:no issues found

Inspection history

05/23/2025 Renewal Inspection
no issues found
07/06/2022 Renewal Inspection
no issues found
07/08/2021 Renewal Inspection
no issues found

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Address 0.8 miles from city center — 0.47 miles to nearest hospital (Indian Family Health Clinic)

Address 1104 6th Ave N, Great Falls, MT 59401

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Big Sky Waiver

Montana Medicaid Big Sky Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled, Montana resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Rural state; limited providers in some areas.

Montana Community First Choice

MT CFC

Age 65+ or disabled, Montana resident, Medicaid- eligible.

~$1,732/month (individual, Medicaid threshold).

$2,000 (individual).

Less intensive than waiver; rural focus.

Big Sky Rx

Montana Big Sky Rx

Age 65+ or disabled, Montana resident, enrolled in Medicare Part D, income below limit.

~$2,510/month (individual), ~$3,380/month (couple).

Not assessed.

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

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Montana Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, Montana resident, Medicare Part A/B.

~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

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

Montana Caregiver Support Program (via NFCSP)

Montana Caregiver Support Program

Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Montana resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).

Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.

Not assessed; need-based.

10 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Montana SCSEP

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Montana resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.

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

Montana VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, Montana resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

~$155,356 (net worth limit).

High veteran demand in rural areas.

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