Kenhodro Inc. dba Frontier Assisted Living

Overview of Kenhodro Inc. Dba Frontier Assisted Living

Kenhodro Inc. Dba Frontier Assisted Living is a 52-bed assisted living facility specializing in Alzheimer’s and dementia care at 121 S 3rd Street, Livingston, Park County, Montana. Administrator is Carissa Walsh. Offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care with 24-hour staffing and rehabilitation.

Amenities include beauty salon, television lounge, activities room. Does not accept Medicaid or Medicare.

Livingston is in Park County, south-central Montana. Livingston HealthCare is primary nearby resource.

Twelve inspections from 2019 to 2025 document 81 total deficiencies, averaging 10.7 per year, 84 percent worse than Montana average of 5.8.

September 10, 2025, renewal: 8 deficiencies including no disaster plan review since 2014, incomplete staff training records, residents not provided service plan copies, loose pills in medication cart, uncovered food in refrigerator, carpets needing cleaning. July 15, 2025, complaint: 1 deficiency where a resident did not receive 44 medication doses June 1–11 with no practitioner notification. December 31, 2024, complaint: 2 deficiencies; namely: resident smoking in room, areas with stained bedding and feces. October 16, 2024, renewal: 10 deficiencies including 6 of 6 staff lacking dementia training, 9 of 9 resident files missing service plan copies, missing temperature logs, no fire drills since January 2023.

July 24, 2024, complaint: 2 deficiencies (carpets with debris, bathrooms needing cleaning, freezer dirty). August 9, 2023, complaint: 2 deficiencies (staff not documenting medication effectiveness, unlicensed staff administered lorazepam 60 times).

August 9, 2023, renewal: 21 deficiencies including dirty resident rooms, no disaster plan, no activities, unsecured oxygen, non-flame-resistant window treatments, 20 overnight shifts with one staff. October 6, 2022, renewal: 7 deficiencies including incomplete disaster plan, no policy review since 2016, no activities, missing fire drills. June 8, 2021, complaint: 4 deficiencies (missing corrective actions, medical marijuana not documented, no policy). February 2, 2021, complaint: 5 deficiencies including urine odor, dirty areas, MAR discrepancies, unsecured oxygen.

November 4, 2020, complaint: 4 deficiencies including no keypad codes, facility dirty, cardboard blocking access. May 7, 2019, renewal: 9 deficiencies including uncertified residents, missing corrective actions, staff lacking abuse prevention training, inconsistent practitioner notification. No fines or suspensions.

Chronic pattern spanning 6 years: medication errors, environmental cleanliness failures, unsafe storage, inadequate training, and repeated regulatory violations without improvement.

Medication administration, staff dementia training, oxygen safety, disaster preparedness, environmental cleaning standards, and corrective action documentation should be verified regarding compliance improvements since September 2025.

Bed community size
52-bed community Rank #62 / 106Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 62nd out of 106 homes in Montana. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Montana facilities. 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.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 89 / 100 Rank #6 / 159Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 6th out of 159 homes in Montana. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Montana facilities. 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.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusCurrent
IssuanceNovember 2, 2025
ExpirationNovember 1, 2026
License Number31532

Ownership & Operating Entity

Kenhodro Inc. dba Frontier Assisted Living is administrated by Carissa Walsh.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Beauty Salon
Television Lounge
Activities Room

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionThree nutritious meals and between-meal snacks are provided.

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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.

Since 2019 · 7 years of data 75 deficiencies 17 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info 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 4 Worse Metrics worse than Montana average:
• Total deficiencies (257% above)
• Deficiencies per year (257% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (5% above)
• Total inspections (240% above)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Latest Inspection September 10, 2025 Renewal

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityMT Averagevs. MT Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 7521 This facility has 257% more total deficiencies than a typical Montana assisted living residence (75 vs. MT avg 21).↑ 257% worse
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2019. 10.73 This facility has 257% more deficiencies per year than a typical Montana assisted living residence (10.7 vs. MT avg 3).↑ 257% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 4.44.2 This facility has 5% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Montana assisted living residence (4.4 vs. MT avg 4.2).↑ 5% worse

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityMT Averagevs. MT Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 175 This facility has 240% more total inspections than a typical Montana assisted living residence (17 vs. MT avg 5).↑ 240% worse

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • September 10, 2025 renewal inspection found 8 deficiencies including outdated disaster plan, incomplete staff training, missing resident assessments, medication storage issues, food sanitation, and poor facility cleaning.
  • July 15, 2025 complaint investigation confirmed multiple missed medication doses for a resident with no practitioner notification documented.
  • October 16, 2024 renewal inspection cited 10 deficiencies focused on staff training gaps, medication storage problems, missing food and fire safety logs, and deteriorating physical plant conditions.

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Montana

Kenhodro Inc. dba Frontier Assisted Living is located in Livingston, 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)

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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Kenhodro Inc. dba Frontier Assisted Living
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---Carissa Walsh17
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kenhodro Inc. dba Frontier Assisted Living

Is Kenhodro Inc. dba Frontier Assisted Living in a walkable area?

Kenhodro Inc. dba Frontier Assisted Living has a walk score of 89. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the license number of Kenhodro Inc. dba Frontier Assisted Living?

According to MT state health department records, Kenhodro Inc. dba Frontier Assisted Living's license number is 31532.

When does Kenhodro Inc. dba Frontier Assisted Living's license expire?

According to MT state health department records, Kenhodro Inc. dba Frontier Assisted Living's license expires on November 1, 2026.

Who is the administrator of Kenhodro Inc. dba Frontier Assisted Living?

Carissa Walsh is the administrator of Kenhodro Inc. dba Frontier Assisted Living.

How many beds does Kenhodro Inc. dba Frontier Assisted Living have?

Kenhodro Inc. dba Frontier Assisted Living has 52 beds.

Are there photos of Kenhodro Inc. dba Frontier Assisted Living?

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What is the address of Kenhodro Inc. dba Frontier Assisted Living?

Kenhodro Inc. dba Frontier Assisted Living is located at 121 S 3rd Street.

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