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Nestled in the beautiful surroundings of Great Falls, Montana, Highgate at Great Falls Lakes offers a range of exceptional senior living options. The Manor provides Assisted Living, while the Cottage specializes in Memory Care for individuals affected by Alzheimer’s & Dementia. Highgate understands the importance of tailoring their services to meet you where you are on your journey. Whether you seek the convenience of a home-like environment without the responsibilities or desire activities that stimulate the mind, nourish the body, and enrich the soul, Highgate is dedicated to providing a personalized experience.
With over 25 years of experience in building community and promoting purposeful living, Highgate at Great Falls values the well-being of every resident. Recognizing the importance of socially, mentally, and physically enriching experiences, they offer a Life Enhancement Program that encourages active participation in physical activities, intellectual stimulation, socialization, philanthropic endeavors, and spiritual wellness. Highgate is committed to creating an environment where older adults can thrive, find joy, and lead a life of purpose.
Lower than the Montana average: 61.7%Highgate Great Falls is administrated by Karen Miszler.
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.
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.
Deficiencies
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 5 | 21 | This facility has 76% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Montana assisted living residence (5 vs. MT avg 21).↓ 76% better |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2015.
| 0.5 | 1.9 | This facility has 74% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Montana assisted living residence (0.5 vs. MT avg 1.9).↓ 74% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 0.7 | 4.2 | This facility has 83% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Montana assisted living residence (0.7 vs. MT avg 4.2).↓ 83% better |
Inspections
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 7 | 5 | This facility has 40% more total inspections than a typical Montana assisted living residence (7 vs. MT avg 5).↑ 40% worse |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The most recent inspection on February 4, 2020, identified deficiencies related to outdated stock medications on-site. Earlier inspections also noted similar issues with medication storage and documentation, including outdated medications and missing records for resident possessions. Prior reports cited missing posted codes on memory care unit keypads and incomplete admission documentation for certain residents. No fines, enforcement actions, or substantiated complaints were listed in the available reports. The pattern of medication-related deficiencies appears consistent over time without clear improvement or worsening.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
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3.0 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Great Falls's city center to Highgate Great Falls's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 0.17 miles to nearest hospital (Great Falls OB-GYN Associates)
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Highgate Great Falls is located in Great Falls, Montana.
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The information below is reported by the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services, Quality Assurance Division.
| The Iris Senior Living |
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. | Great Falls | 83 | Yes | 74 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 48 | A+ | Kathy Kuntz | 3 | - | - | 0 | 0.0 |
| Highgate Great 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.
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. | Great Falls (Devonshire Townhouses) | 68 | No | 70 | - | 1 | - | Karen Miszler | 7 | 1 | 4 | 5 | 0.7 |
| Golden Eagle Plaza Senior 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. | Great Falls (Southside) | 42 | Yes | 46 | Studio / 1 Bed | 27 | A+ | Judy Lindquist | 11 | 3 | 9 | 32 | 2.9 |
| Meadowlark 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. | Great Falls | 24 | Yes | 83 | - | 2 | - | - | 5 | 3 | 4 | 7 | 1.4 |
| BeeHive Homes of Great 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.
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. | Great Falls | 23 | No | 61 | - | 13 | A+ | Kathy Beston | 9 | 3 | 2 | 6 | 0.7 |
Highgate Great Falls is in the Devonshire Townhouses neighborhood of Great Falls.
Highgate Great Falls has a walk score of 70. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
According to MT state health department records, Highgate Great Falls's license number is 13435.
According to MT state health department records, Highgate Great Falls's license expires on April 18, 2028.
Highgate Great Falls's occupancy is 35%.
Karen Miszler is the administrator of Highgate Great Falls.
Highgate Great Falls has 68 beds.
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