Heatherwood Senior Living
Heatherwood is an independent living community that has been one of the best luxury communities in Boise. Management has excelled in prioritizing each senior’s comfort and safety while they live an enriching lifestyle. The well-trained staff are encouraged to compassionately care for the residents so there would be an in-depth connection to build memories, friendships, and experiences. Heatherwood thrives in providing an active lifestyle that is centered on the wellness of its residents for an enhanced quality of life.
Expect nothing but high-end class and a five-star hotel-like service from the retirement home; they have designed well-crafted amenities such as a restaurant-style dining, a courtyard, lounges, exquisite suites, and a range of activities.
What does this home offer?
Minimum Age: 55
Room Sizes: 338 / 480 - 588 / 950 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 bed / 2 bed
Minimum Age
Touring Checklist for Senior Living
Touring a community? Use this expert-backed checklist to stay organized, ask the right questions, and find the perfect fit.
Location
Community Spaces and Overall Environment
Services
Staffing
Accommodations
Finances
Other Notes
Send Checklist to Your Email
We'll send you a PDF version of the touring checklist.
Type of Care Available
Floor Plans
Where will you be?
3.9 miles from city center
5277 W Kootenai St, Boise, ID 83705
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 208-345-2150
Calculate Travel Distance to Heatherwood Senior Living
Add your location
Curious about the neighborhood around Heatherwood Senior Living? Explore Street View
Guides for Better Senior Living
From costs to care, explore the most important topics to make informed decisions about your future.
Claim What’s Yours: Financial Aid for Idaho Seniors
- General: Age 65+ or 18+ with disability, 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 Specifics: Rural areas prioritized; waitlists possible.
- Services: 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.).
- General: Age 60+, Idaho resident, or caregiver of senior.
- Income Limits: No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
- Asset Limits: Not applicable.
- ID Specifics: Limited funding; focus on rural access.
- Services: In-home respite (4-6 hours/day), adult day care (~$55/day), transportation (~5 trips/month).
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Less stringent than A&D Waiver; no nursing home-level care requirement.
- Services: Personal care (~4-6 hours/day, e.g., dressing, meal prep), light housekeeping, medication management.
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Available in select counties (e.g., Ada, Canyon); not statewide.
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), adult day care ($55/day), medical care, home health.
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, Idaho resident, Medicaid-eligible, institutionalized 90+ days, intent to return to community.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
- sset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
- ID Specifics: Focus on rural transitions; capped enrollment.
- Services: Transition services (e.g., moving costs, deposits), personal care (4-6 hours/day), home mods ($1,000), respite (~5 days/year).
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: No waitlist; three tiers based on income.
- Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
- 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 Specifics: Six AAAs; prioritizes rural, low-income caregivers.
- Services: Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year), adult day care ($55/day), caregiver training.
- General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Idaho resident.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
- Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.
- ID Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents.
- Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
- General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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 Specifics: High veteran demand in rural areas.
- Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living).
Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for Idaho Seniors
Aged and Disabled Waiver
Requirements:
-
General:
Age 65+ or 18+ with disability, 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 Specifics:
Rural areas prioritized; waitlists possible.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: 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
Requirements:
-
General:
Age 60+, Idaho resident, or caregiver of senior.
-
Income Limits:
No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
-
Asset Limits:
Not applicable.
-
ID Specifics:
Limited funding; focus on rural access.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: In-home respite (4-6 hours/day), adult day care (~$55/day), transportation (~5 trips/month).
Personal Care Services Program (PCSP)
Requirements:
-
General:
Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics:
Less stringent than A&D Waiver; no nursing home-level care requirement.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (~4-6 hours/day, e.g., dressing, meal prep), light housekeeping, medication management.
Medicare Medicaid Coordinated Plan (MMCP)
Requirements:
-
General:
Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics:
Available in select counties (e.g., Ada, Canyon); not statewide.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: 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)
Requirements:
-
General:
Age 65+ or disabled, Idaho resident, Medicaid-eligible, institutionalized 90+ days, intent to return to community.
-
Income Limits (2025):
~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
-
sset Limits:
$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
-
ID Specifics:
Focus on rural transitions; capped enrollment.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: 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)
Requirements:
-
General:
Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics:
No waitlist; three tiers based on income.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite
Requirements:
-
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 Specifics:
Six AAAs; prioritizes rural, low-income caregivers.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year), adult day care ($55/day), caregiver training.
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
Requirements:
-
General:
Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Idaho resident.
-
Income Limits (2025):
~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
-
Asset Limits:
Not specified; income-focused.
-
ID Specifics:
Priority for veterans, rural residents.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits
Requirements:
-
General:
Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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 Specifics:
High veteran demand in rural areas.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living).
Old and Bold
Be amazed by the boldness of the senior. Click Play to Watch!
Meet the Neighbors
Hear real stories from seniors who already live in our communities. Discover what life is like straight from their own voices.
Let’s Play Bingo!
Join our live online bingo from the comfort of your home.
Meet friends, have fun, and win big – the game never stops!
Let’s Play – Live Bingo Awaits!
Games starting all day long!
Contact Us
Beds shows the number of beds currently filled in each community agianst the total number of beds. Higher occupied beds usually indicates strong demand and reputation, while lower occupancy may suggest more availability for new residents.
|
Community
|
Occupancy
|
Beds
|
Home Revenue
|
Owner
|
CCN
|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARBOR VALLEY OF CASCADIA | 72.5% | 148 | $12,221,343.00 | SKOUSEN, KYLE | 135079 |
| BOISE NURSING AND REHAB CENTER LLC | 52.1% | 120 | $11,660,584.00 | 135098 | |
| CASCADIA OF BOISE | 95.0% | 99 | $14,999,763.00 | BAIR, BRADEN | 135146 |
| IDAHO STATE VETERANS HOME - BOISE | 63.6% | 158 | $16,277,980.00 | DIVISION OF VETERANS SERVICES | 135131 |
| LIFE CARE CENTER OF BOISE | 38.3% | 153 | $9,002,687.00 | SCHULKINS, JOHN | 135038 |
| LIFE CARE CENTER OF TREASURE VALLEY | 65.6% | 120 | $11,644,830.00 | BOSEN, GERALD | 135123 |
| RIVERVIEW REHABILITATION | 93.3% | 30 | $5,291,019.00 | SUNTERRA SPRINGS LLC | 135139 |
| SHAW MOUNTAIN OF CASCADIA | 92.2% | 98 | $13,630,749.00 | NASH, HADEN | 135090 |
| ST. LUKES REHAB - SUBACUTE CARE | 20 | $18,302,073.00 | #N/A | 135114 | |
| STEELHEAD HEALTHCARE INC. | 60.6% | 111 | $9,067,469.00 | PIGGOTT, SCOTT | 135077 |
Want to See More Data?
Access the full set of official government statistics on nursing homes by using the link below.
View Comprehensive Government Data on Nursing Homes
Your Senior Care Partner, Every Step of the Way
We help families find affordable senior communities and unlock same day discounts, Medicaid, and Medicare options tailored to your needs.
Contact us Today
Frequently Asked Questions
Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview:
- Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement.
- Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay.
- Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation.
- Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program.
- State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options.
- Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
- Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.
Before recommending homes, we conduct a thorough evaluation on crucial factors that define a senior home such as the quality of care they provide, the reputation of the organization, and a comprehensive review of community testimonials as well. Every detail is assessed to assure that seniors are offered not just senior care options, but trustworthy homes where they can experience the care that they deserve.
Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.
We extend our services at no cost, ensuring that families and seniors can benefit from tailored assistance in their search for care and home options. Our ability to offer personalized guidance without charge to families and seniors is made possible through the support and funding from the communities with which we team up.
- Finding and ranking the best assisted living facilities
- Finding and ranking the best nursing homes
- Finding and ranking the best memory care facilities
- Our concierge service helps seniors move into the perfect home for them
- Helping seniors use medicare, medicaid, and other government programs to pay for their homes
- Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
- Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
- Autobiography & Family History Writing + Research
- Senior-focused concierge medicine
- Senior-focused nutritionist
- Senior-focused personal training
- Memory care specialists
- Custom wheelchairs at all price points.
- Custom hearing aids
- Cosmetic skincare + dermatology
- Companionship: We offer in-person and virtual companionship services. Someone engaging to hang out with or talk to on video chat.
- Senior housing concierge. Our service finds the best senior living options based on your needs, income, and personality.
Check out our resident interviews
Check out our cost guide.
Homes near Boise, ID
