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Fairwinds is an independent living and assisted living community where both living options are guaranteed to be comfortable for residents to maintain their individuality and freedom. Residents in the community are cared for by ensuring that the holistic wellness of each resident is met. The community gives off an engaging and enriching environment where the professional care staff is wholly attentive and ready to go above and beyond for the residents. For over 50 years, Fairwinds has celebrated and understood the importance of growth by ensuring seniors get the best possible care and limitless opportunities during their stay.
The lifestyle at Fairwinds is inspired by resort-style stay– leisure is the center of senior wellness. Community features include restaurant-style dining experiences curated by an in-house chef, PrimeFit Wellness classes, a café, a private dining room, a salon and barbershop, transportation, guest parking, and a courtyard with outdoor seating.
Similar to the Idaho average: 69.1%Fairwinds – Sand Creek is legally operated by Spokane-Idaho Falls, LLC, and administrated by Henscheid Debbie.
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
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.
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.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | ID Average | vs. ID Avg |
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 49 | 24 | This facility has 104% more total deficiencies than a typical Idaho assisted living residence (49 vs. ID avg 24).↑ 104% worse |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2021.
| 9.8 | 4.8 | This facility has 104% more deficiencies per year than a typical Idaho assisted living residence (9.8 vs. ID avg 4.8).↑ 104% worse |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 8.2 | 6 | This facility has 37% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Idaho assisted living residence (8.2 vs. ID avg 6).↑ 37% worse |
Inspections
| This Facility | ID Average | vs. ID Avg |
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 6 | 4 | This facility has 50% more total inspections than a typical Idaho assisted living residence (6 vs. ID avg 4).↑ 50% worse |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The most recent inspection on May 8, 2025, found multiple deficiencies related to resident assessments, medication availability and documentation, psychotropic medication reviews, and service agreements. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of similar issues with resident care documentation and medication management, as well as recurring fire and life safety deficiencies such as missing emergency testing documentation, inadequate staff training, and electrical hazards. Complaint investigations in January 2022 substantiated concerns about fall investigations, infection control, and staffing levels. Enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The inspection history indicates ongoing challenges with regulatory compliance, with no clear improvement trend over time.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
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Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 393 / 678 / 902 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
4.4 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Idaho Falls's city center to Fairwinds – Sand Creek's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 0.27 miles to nearest hospital (Idaho Foot and Ankle Center)
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Fairwinds – Sand Creek is located in Idaho Falls, Idaho.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Idaho.
The information below is reported by the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare, Bureau of Facility Standards.
| MorningStar Senior Living of Idaho Falls |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Idaho Falls (Sandcreek Commons) | 122 | No | 28 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 19
Facility
19
ID AVG
16
Rank
#43 / 116 | Messick Kimberly | Chp Idaho Falls Id Tenant Corporation | 7 | 3
Facility
3
ID AVG
1.1
Rank
#80 / 92 | 2
Facility
2
ID AVG
1.6
Rank
#37 / 69 | 6
Facility
6
ID AVG
3.9
Rank
#69 / 92 | 28
Facility
28
ID AVG
22.2
Rank
#61 / 92 | 4.0
Facility
4.0
ID AVG
4.9
Rank
#41 / 92 |
| Fairwinds – Sand Creek |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Idaho Falls | 75 | Yes | 44 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 25
Facility
25
ID AVG
16
Rank
#19 / 116 | Henscheid Debbie | Spokane-Idaho Falls, LLC | 6 | 1
Facility
1
ID AVG
1.1
Rank
#40 / 92 | 3
Facility
3
ID AVG
1.6
Rank
#54 / 69 | 6
Facility
6
ID AVG
3.9
Rank
#69 / 92 | 49
Facility
49
ID AVG
22.2
Rank
#86 / 92 | 8.2
Facility
8.2
ID AVG
4.9
Rank
#82 / 92 |
| Parkwood Meadows Assisted Living Community |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Idaho Falls (Parkwood Pointe Apartments) | 62 | Yes | 68 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 2
Facility
2
ID AVG
16
Rank
#105 / 116 | Young Caroline | Providence Group Nh, LLC | 2 | -
Facility
-
ID AVG
1.1
Rank
#1 / 92 | -
Facility
-
ID AVG
1.6
Rank
#1 / 69 | 1
Facility
1
ID AVG
3.9
Rank
#2 / 92 | 3
Facility
3
ID AVG
22.2
Rank
#9 / 92 | 1.5
Facility
1.5
ID AVG
4.9
Rank
#12 / 92 |
| Turtle & Crane Assisted Living |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Idaho Falls | 48 | Yes | 58 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 11
Facility
11
ID AVG
16
Rank
#67 / 116 | Sagario Kindra | Niguel Sante Management, LLC | 3 | 1
Facility
1
ID AVG
1.1
Rank
#40 / 92 | -
Facility
-
ID AVG
1.6
Rank
#1 / 69 | 3
Facility
3
ID AVG
3.9
Rank
#27 / 92 | 13
Facility
13
ID AVG
22.2
Rank
#34 / 92 | 4.3
Facility
4.3
ID AVG
4.9
Rank
#48 / 92 |
| Tambree Meadows |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Idaho Falls | 44 | No | 26 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 17
Facility
17
ID AVG
16
Rank
#49 / 116 | Lewis Lacey | Tambree Holdings LLC | 9 | 3
Facility
3
ID AVG
1.1
Rank
#80 / 92 | 1
Facility
1
ID AVG
1.6
Rank
#14 / 69 | 7
Facility
7
ID AVG
3.9
Rank
#81 / 92 | 0
Facility
0
ID AVG
22.2
Rank
#1 / 92 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
ID AVG
4.9
Rank
#1 / 92 |
The legal owner and operator of Fairwinds – Sand Creek is Spokane-Idaho Falls, LLC.
Fairwinds – Sand Creek has a walk score of 44. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
According to ID state health department records, Fairwinds – Sand Creek's license number is RC-661.
Fairwinds – Sand Creek's occupancy is 71%.
Henscheid Debbie is the administrator of Fairwinds – Sand Creek.
Fairwinds – Sand Creek has 75 beds.
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