Heritage Living Center

Assisted Living in Montana

Heritage Living Center

Assisted Living in Montana

Overview of Heritage Living Center

Heritage Living Center offers skilled nursing care in short-term rehab, respite care, long-term care services, and more. The facility provides a safe and supportive environment with engaging activities tailored to residents' needs. Residents enjoy nutritious meals and a variety of social and recreational activities.
(406) 784-2840
Bed community size
40-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusCurrent
IssuanceMay 2, 2025
ExpirationMay 1, 2028
License Number13400

Ownership & Operating Entity

Heritage Living Center is administrated by Kerzmann, Sable.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

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

Dining & Nutrition

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.

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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.

The data displayed corresponds to the last 11 years.

9 visits/inspections Info Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.

Latest inspection

Date January 4, 2024
Renewal

27 deficiencies

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Montana average: 21 deficiencies

3.0 deficiencies per inspection

Inspection Report Summary for Heritage Living Center

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.

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Montana

Heritage Living Center is located in Ashland, Montana.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Montana.

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Big Sky Waiver

Montana Medicaid Big Sky Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General Montana 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).
MT

Rural state; limited providers in some areas.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.) Meals ($6/meal)

Montana Community First Choice

MT CFC

Age 65+ or disabled
General Montana resident, Medicaid- eligible.
Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, Medicaid threshold
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
MT

Less intensive than waiver; rural focus.

Benefits
Personal care (up to 40 hours/month) Homemaker services Respite (varies)

Big Sky Rx

Montana Big Sky Rx

Age 65+ or disabled
General Montana resident, enrolled in Medicare Part D, income below limit.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (individual), ~$3,380/month (couple).
Asset Limits Not assessed.
MT

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

Benefits
Prescription drug premium assistance (~$465/year) Reducing out-of-pocket costs

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Montana Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Montana 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).
MT

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

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Montana Caregiver Support Program (via NFCSP)

Montana Caregiver Support Program

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Montana resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
MT

10 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($50/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Montana SCSEP

Age 55+
General unemployed, low-income, Montana resident.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,983/month 125% FPL
Asset Limits Not specified; income-focused.
MT

Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.

Benefits
Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour) Job placement

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

Montana VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Montana 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
MT

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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Penalties and fines

Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.

Source: CMS Penalties Database

Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.

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