Heritage Living Center
Assisted Living · Montana, MT
Heritage Living Center
Assisted Living · Montana, MT
Heritage Living Center is a 40-bed assisted living facility offering skilled nursing, short-term rehab, respite care, long-term care, and memory care at 5982 Tongue River Rd, Ashland, Rosebud County, Montana. Administrator is Sable Kerzmann. Offers 24-hour staffing and rehabilitation services with communal dining, outdoor courtyard with gazebo, therapy gym, and salon services. Does not accept Medicaid or Medicare.
Ashland is in Rosebud County in southeastern Montana. Northern Cheyenne health resources are nearby.
Seven inspections from 2016 to 2024 document 27 total deficiencies, averaging 3.9 per year, 33 percent better than Montana average of 5.8.
January 4, 2024, renewal identified 5 deficiencies: no annual disaster plan review documentation or drill, insufficient administrator continuing education hours for 2023, residents not provided copies of service plans, no electronic call systems in resident rooms or bathrooms, no staff training records on skin integrity and pressure sore prevention.
July 13, 2022, renewal found 2 deficiencies: no annual disaster plan review with staff, no written agreement for off-site evacuation point. July 9, 2021, renewal identified 6 deficiencies: laundry rooms lacked clothing covers, medication technician activities exceeded scope, emergency call system design not meeting standards, missing fire drill documentation, disaster plan unchanged since 2014, missing service plan for readmitted resident. August 12, 2020, renewal found 2 deficiencies: 14 of 16 incident reports lacked notification to provider and legal representative, 4 of 5 resident files missing annual practitioner orders for medication self-administration.
July 18, 2019, renewal identified 4 deficiencies: 3 of 6 staff files lacked Heimlich maneuver, first aid, and CPR training, 6 resident rooms without emergency call systems, no fire drill documentation, no annual disaster plan review. July 5, 2018, renewal found 4 deficiencies: kitchen garbage containers lacked lids, missing current administrator job description, no disposition documentation for resident personal possessions and medications, no annual practitioner orders for medication self-administration. February 3, 2016, renewal found 4 deficiencies: policy manual outdated since 2013, missing disposition records, no freezer temperature monitoring log.
No fines or license suspensions documented.
Chronic pattern shows recurring emergency preparedness and resident care documentation deficiencies spanning 8 years without demonstrated improvement.
Emergency preparedness procedures, disaster plan review processes, medication administration protocols, and resident notification procedures warrant direct review.
Families should speak with administrators regarding compliance measures and corrective actions implemented since 2024 inspection before enrollment.
40-bed community Rank #70 / 106Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 70th out of 106 homes in Montana. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Montana SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
1 year in operation Rank #57 / 88Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 57th out of 88 homes in Montana. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Montana SNFs. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score: 3 / 100 Rank #148 / 159Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 148th out of 159 homes in Montana. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Montana SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusCurrent
IssuanceMay 2, 2025
ExpirationMay 1, 2028
License Number13400
Heritage Living Center is administrated by Sable Kerzmann.
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing
Communal Dining Space
Activity Area
Outdoor Courtyard With Gazebo
Therapy Gym
Salon Services
Engaging Social Activities
ActivitiesAt Heritage, we are committed to keeping our guests happy by offering daily opportunities for entertainment and socialization. With a diverse and engaging calendar of activities, we ensure that both long-term care and short-term care stays are filled with meaningful experiences and enjoyable events.
Specific ProgramsShort-Term Rehab, Long-Term Rehab, Additional Services
Food DescriptionSavor a variety of delicious dishes crafted by our certified dietary manager and cooks. From Southern classics like fried okra and biscuits with gravy to lighter fare like pasta, chicken, and fresh greens, there’s something for every taste.
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 2016 · 10 years of data
27 deficiencies
9 inspections
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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 2016 vs. Montana state average
Overall vs. MT average
3 Worse
Metrics worse than Montana average:
• Total deficiencies (29% above)
• Deficiencies per year (29% above)
• Total inspections (80% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Montana average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (29% below)
• Total deficiencies (29% above)
• Deficiencies per year (29% above)
• Total inspections (80% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Montana average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (29% below)
Latest Inspection
January 4, 2024
Renewal
Deficiencies
| This Facility | MT Average | vs. MT Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 27 | 21 | This facility has 29% more total deficiencies than a typical Montana assisted living residence (27 vs. MT avg 21).↑ 29% worse |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2016.
| 2.7 | 2.1 | This facility has 29% more deficiencies per year than a typical Montana assisted living residence (2.7 vs. MT avg 2.1).↑ 29% worse |
|
Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 3 | 4.2 | This facility has 29% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Montana assisted living residence (3 vs. MT avg 4.2).↓ 29% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | MT Average | vs. MT Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 9 | 5 | This facility has 80% more total inspections than a typical Montana assisted living residence (9 vs. MT avg 5).↑ 80% worse |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The most recent inspection on January 4, 2024, identified several deficiencies including incomplete disaster plan review, insufficient administrator continuing education, missing resident service plan copies, lack of electronic call systems in resident rooms, and inadequate staff training on skin integrity. Earlier inspections also noted recurring issues with disaster plan reviews, emergency call systems, medication administration documentation, and staff training. Prior reports cited deficiencies related to emergency preparedness, medication management, and documentation of resident care plans. Complaint investigations were not listed in the available reports. The pattern of findings suggests ongoing challenges with emergency preparedness and resident care documentation, 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Heritage Living Center
Is Heritage Living Center in a walkable area?
Heritage Living Center has a walk score of 3. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
What is the license number of Heritage Living Center?
According to MT state health department records, Heritage Living Center's license number is 13400.
When does Heritage Living Center's license expire?
According to MT state health department records, Heritage Living Center's license expires on May 1, 2028.
Who is the administrator of Heritage Living Center?
Sable Kerzmann is the administrator of Heritage Living Center.
How many beds does Heritage Living Center have?
Heritage Living Center has 40 beds.
Are there photos of Heritage Living Center?
Yes — there are 11 photos of Heritage Living Center in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Heritage Living Center?
Heritage Living Center is located at 5982 Tongue River Rd PO BOX 598.
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