Hidden Meadows
Memory Care · Montana, MT
Hidden Meadows
Memory Care · Montana, MT
Hidden Meadows, located in Columbia Falls, MT, is a senior living community specializing in providing assisted living services with memory care. Their wonderful staff are well trained in caring for their residents living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia, providing them with round-the-clock care, and monitoring treatment effectiveness as each resident progresses. Additionally, they help residents and families explore alternatives as needed, noting which works well in improving the residents, or maintaining its good condition.
As part of their care services, Hidden Meadows also offers a rich array of amenities that offers both comfort and convenience, to their residents who require a supportive environment to thrive. Such amenities include; emergency call system in accommodation units, housekeeping and laundry services, meal preparation services, as well as assistance with daily living activities including incontinence management, and medication management.
Types of Care at Hidden Meadows
Memory Care
32-bed community Rank #80 / 106Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 80th 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.
12 years in operation Rank #20 / 88Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 20th 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 community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 2 / 100 Rank #152 / 159Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 152nd 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.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusCurrent
IssuanceApril 3, 2023
ExpirationMarch 3, 2026
License Number31523
Hidden Meadows is administrated by Grace Santiago.
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
ContactMs. Grace Santiago, Administrator
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 2019 · 7 years of data
3 deficiencies
5 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 2019 vs. Montana state average
Overall vs. MT average
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
1 At Avg
Metrics at Montana average:
• Total inspections (at MT avg) 3 Better Metrics better than Montana average:
• Total deficiencies (86% below)
• Deficiencies per year (87% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (86% below)
• Total inspections (at MT avg) 3 Better Metrics better than Montana average:
• Total deficiencies (86% below)
• Deficiencies per year (87% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (86% below)
Latest Inspection
December 18, 2023
Deficiencies
| This Facility | MT Average | vs. MT Avg |
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 3 | 21 | This facility has 86% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Montana assisted living residence (3 vs. MT avg 21).↓ 86% better |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2019.
| 0.4 | 3 | This facility has 87% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Montana assisted living residence (0.4 vs. MT avg 3).↓ 87% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 0.6 | 4.2 | This facility has 86% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Montana assisted living residence (0.6 vs. MT avg 4.2).↓ 86% 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.
| 5 | 5 | This facility has total inspections in line with the Montana average (5 vs. MT avg 5).— At avg |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The most recent inspection on February 11, 2019, identified deficiencies related to fire drills, resident service plan reviews, and notification of practitioners about resident injuries. Earlier inspections were not available for comparison, so the broader inspection pattern is unclear. The main issues involved emergency preparedness, documentation of care plans, and communication with healthcare providers. There were no complaint investigations or enforcement actions listed in the available reports. Without additional data, it is not possible to determine a clear trend in compliance over time.
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3.5 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Columbia Falls's city center to Hidden Meadows's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 2.58 miles to nearest hospital (Logan Health Primary Care - Columbia Falls 1675 Talbot)
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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.
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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.
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. | Butte | 65 | Yes | 19 | - | 2 | - | Aimee Charon | 8 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 0.6 |
| Hidden Meadows |
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. | Columbia Falls | 32 | No | 2 | - | 12 | A+ | Grace Santiago | 5 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 0.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Hidden Meadows
What neighborhood is Hidden Meadows in?
Hidden Meadows is in the Columbia Falls neighborhood of Columbia Falls.
Is Hidden Meadows in a walkable area?
Hidden Meadows has a walk score of 2. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
What is the license number of Hidden Meadows?
According to MT state health department records, Hidden Meadows's license number is 31523.
When does Hidden Meadows's license expire?
According to MT state health department records, Hidden Meadows's license expires on March 3, 2026.
Who is the administrator of Hidden Meadows?
Grace Santiago is the administrator of Hidden Meadows.
How many beds does Hidden Meadows have?
Hidden Meadows has 32 beds.
Are there photos of Hidden Meadows?
Yes — there are 8 photos of Hidden Meadows in the photo gallery on this page.
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