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Life Care Center of Boise

Life Care Center of Boise is a Nursing Home in Idaho

Life Care Center of… is a Nursing Home in Idaho

Life Care Center of Boise

Life Care Center of Boise

Life Care Center of Boise is a Nursing Home in Idaho

Life Care Center of… is a Nursing Home in Idaho

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Overview of Life Care Center of Boise
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Life Care Center of Boise is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center. The upscale nursing home aims to change the meaning of skilled nursing and rehabilitation for seniors through the exceptional level of care delivered by their patient-friendly staff to offer the best care possible for their residents. Life Care Center can be trusted as a safe and secure community that cares for every patient’s needs. 
Convenience and hassle-free living is the center of Life Care Center services: medication management, post-surgical care, and wound care; as well as their 24-hour skilled nursing care services provide compassionate care as it is their utmost priority. Other services include 24/7 easy admissions, fall prevention, IV therapy, discharge planning, and case management.

+1 208-376-5273
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What families are saying

Overall quality of life and resident wellbeing

The staff at Life Care Center are consistently praised for their kindness, professionalism, and genuine care, which significantly enhances the comfort and support experienced by residents and their families.

Quality of life Care & staff

Cleanliness, hygiene, and facility upkeep

The facility is noted for its cleanliness and pleasant environment, contributing positively to the overall experience of visitors and residents.

Cleanliness

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Nurse hours per resident 3.62/day
Overall rating Info Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
5/5
Health Inspection Info Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
4/5
Staffing Info Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
2/5
Quality Measures Info Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
5/5

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 153

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Idaho average
Occupancy rate 36%
Residents per day (avg) 62
Occupancy rate
36%
Residents per day (avg)
62

Who this home usually serves

Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY

Mix of rehab and long-term care

This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.

Might be optimal for
Flexible care needs
How we assess these insights Show admissions and discharges

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

29% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 11 days

Private pay

38% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Medicaid

33% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 10 - 11 months

Finances and operations

Proprietary home
Other
Home revenue
$9.0M
Loss
-$73.1K
Proprietary home Other
Home revenue
$8,977,022.00
Loss
$-73,063.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$3.7M
40.9% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$5.4M
Total costs $9.1M

This home is owned by Schulkins, John

Certified by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services authority — CMS Certification Number: 135038

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Comparison Chart

The information below is reported by the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare, Bureau of Facility Standards.
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Life Care Center of Boise
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

-
-
No
54
SCHULKINS, JOHN
36.0%
$8,905,848.00
$3,673,300.00
41.2%
61.70
5/5
3.6226
4/5
2/5
5/5
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Life Care Center of Treasure Valley
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

Boise
120
No
49
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62.0%
$12,273,917.00
$5,048,991.00
41.1%
79.10
4/5
3.8567
3/5
4/5
5/5
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Arbor Valley of Cascadia
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

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-
No
60
SKOUSEN, KYLE
63.1%
$13,679,614.00
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50.9%
132.40
4/5
3.2043
3/5
2/5
5/5
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Cascadia of Boise
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

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-
No
47
BAIR, BRADEN
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36.5%
94.20
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Shaw Mountain of Cascadia
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

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No
49
NASH, HADEN
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Life Care Center of Boise Life Care Center of Boise
Type of care: SNF AL
Pets Allowed: No
Operator: SCHULKINS, JOHN
CCN: 135038
Occupancy: 36.0%
Home Revenue: $8,905,848.00
Payroll Costs: $3,673,300.00
Payroll %: 41.2%
Avg Residents/Day: 61.70
Overall Rating: 5/5
Adj Nurse Hours: 3.6226
Health Insp Rating: 4/5
Staffing Rating: 2/5
QM Rating: 5/5
Life Care Center of Treasure Valley Life Care Center of Treasure Valley
Type of care: SNF AL
Community: Boise
Bed Count: 120
Pets Allowed: No
Operator: BOSEN, GERALD
CCN: 135123
Occupancy: 62.0%
Home Revenue: $12,273,917.00
Payroll Costs: $5,048,991.00
Payroll %: 41.1%
Avg Residents/Day: 79.10
Overall Rating: 4/5
Adj Nurse Hours: 3.8567
Health Insp Rating: 3/5
Staffing Rating: 4/5
QM Rating: 5/5
Arbor Valley of Cascadia Arbor Valley of Cascadia
Type of care: SNF AL
Pets Allowed: No
Operator: SKOUSEN, KYLE
CCN: 135079
Occupancy: 63.1%
Home Revenue: $13,679,614.00
Payroll Costs: $6,958,507.00
Payroll %: 50.9%
Avg Residents/Day: 132.40
Overall Rating: 4/5
Adj Nurse Hours: 3.2043
Health Insp Rating: 3/5
Staffing Rating: 2/5
QM Rating: 5/5
Cascadia of Boise Cascadia of Boise
Type of care: SNF AL
Pets Allowed: No
Operator: BAIR, BRADEN
CCN: 135146
Occupancy: 93.3%
Home Revenue: $19,329,815.00
Payroll Costs: $7,056,459.00
Payroll %: 36.5%
Avg Residents/Day: 94.20
Overall Rating: 3/5
Adj Nurse Hours: 2.6406
Health Insp Rating: 4/5
Staffing Rating: 1/5
QM Rating: 4/5
Number of Fines: 1
Shaw Mountain of Cascadia Shaw Mountain of Cascadia
Type of care: SNF AL
Pets Allowed: No
Operator: NASH, HADEN
CCN: 135090
Occupancy: 88.5%
Home Revenue: $15,078,514.00
Payroll Costs: $5,737,512.00
Payroll %: 38.1%
Avg Residents/Day: 99.90
Overall Rating: 3/5
Adj Nurse Hours: 3.8516
Health Insp Rating: 2/5
Staffing Rating: 3/5
QM Rating: 5/5
Number of Fines: 1
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Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Aged and Disabled Waiver
Idaho Medicaid A&D Waiver
  • General: Age 65+ or 18+ with disability, Idaho 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) (excludes home, car).
  • ID Specifics: Rural areas prioritized; waitlists possible.
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day, e.g., bathing, dressing), respite care (up to 240 hours/year), adult day care ($55/day), home modifications ($1,000 avg.).
Idaho Senior Solutions
Idaho Senior Solutions (via AAA)
  • General: Age 60+, Idaho resident, or caregiver of senior.
  • Income Limits: No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
  • Asset Limits: Not applicable.
  • ID Specifics: Limited funding; focus on rural access.
  • Services: In-home respite (4-6 hours/day), adult day care (~$55/day), transportation (~5 trips/month).
Personal Care Services Program (PCSP)
Idaho Medicaid State Plan PCS
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, Idaho resident, Medicaid-eligible, needs help with ADLs (e.g., bathing, eating).
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$1,020/month (individual), ~$1,470/month (couple).
  • Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home, car).
  • ID Specifics: Less stringent than A&D Waiver; no nursing home-level care requirement.
  • Services: Personal care (~4-6 hours/day, e.g., dressing, meal prep), light housekeeping, medication management.
Medicare Medicaid Coordinated Plan (MMCP)
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, Idaho resident, dual-eligible (Medicare A/B/D + Medicaid), health needs requiring coordination.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
  • Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
  • ID Specifics: Available in select counties (e.g., Ada, Canyon); not statewide.
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), adult day care ($55/day), medical care, home health.
Idaho Home Choice (Money Follows the Person)
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, Idaho resident, Medicaid-eligible, institutionalized 90+ days, intent to return to community.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
  • sset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
  • ID Specifics: Focus on rural transitions; capped enrollment.
  • Services: Transition services (e.g., moving costs, deposits), personal care (4-6 hours/day), home mods ($1,000), respite (~5 days/year).
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
Idaho Medicare Savings Program
Official government program page
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, Idaho 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).
  • ID Specifics: No waitlist; three tiers based on income.
  • Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite
Idaho NFCSP Respite Care
Official government program page
  • General: Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Idaho resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
  • Income Limits (2025): Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
  • Asset Limits: Not assessed; need-based.
  • ID Specifics: Six AAAs; prioritizes rural, low-income caregivers.
  • Services: Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year), adult day care ($55/day), caregiver training.
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
  • General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Idaho resident.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
  • Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.
  • ID Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents.
  • Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits
Idaho VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, Idaho 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).
  • ID Specifics: High veteran demand in rural areas.
  • Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living).

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Idaho Medicaid A&D Waiver

Aged and Disabled Waiver

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or 18+ with disability, Idaho 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) (excludes home, car).
  • ID Specifics:
    Rural areas prioritized; waitlists possible.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day, e.g., bathing, dressing), respite care (up to 240 hours/year), adult day care ($55/day), home modifications ($1,000 avg.).
Idaho Senior Solutions (via AAA)

Idaho Senior Solutions

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 60+, Idaho resident, or caregiver of senior.
  • Income Limits:
    No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
  • Asset Limits:
    Not applicable.
  • ID Specifics:
    Limited funding; focus on rural access.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: In-home respite (4-6 hours/day), adult day care (~$55/day), transportation (~5 trips/month).
Idaho Medicaid State Plan PCS

Personal Care Services Program (PCSP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled, Idaho resident, Medicaid-eligible, needs help with ADLs (e.g., bathing, eating).
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$1,020/month (individual), ~$1,470/month (couple).
  • Asset Limits:
    $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home, car).
  • ID Specifics:
    Less stringent than A&D Waiver; no nursing home-level care requirement.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Personal care (~4-6 hours/day, e.g., dressing, meal prep), light housekeeping, medication management.
Idaho MMCP

Medicare Medicaid Coordinated Plan (MMCP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled, Idaho resident, dual-eligible (Medicare A/B/D + Medicaid), health needs requiring coordination.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
  • Asset Limits:
    $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
  • ID Specifics:
    Available in select counties (e.g., Ada, Canyon); not statewide.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), adult day care ($55/day), medical care, home health.
Official Program Page
Idaho Home Choice

Idaho Home Choice (Money Follows the Person)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled, Idaho resident, Medicaid-eligible, institutionalized 90+ days, intent to return to community.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
  • sset Limits:
    $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
  • ID Specifics:
    Focus on rural transitions; capped enrollment.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Transition services (e.g., moving costs, deposits), personal care (4-6 hours/day), home mods ($1,000), respite (~5 days/year).
Official Program Page
Idaho Medicare Savings Program

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled, Idaho 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).
  • ID Specifics:
    No waitlist; three tiers based on income.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Official Program Page
Idaho NFCSP Respite Care

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Requirements:
  • General:
    Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Idaho resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
  • Income Limits (2025):
    Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
  • Asset Limits:
    Not assessed; need-based.
  • ID Specifics:
    Six AAAs; prioritizes rural, low-income caregivers.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year), adult day care ($55/day), caregiver training.
Official Program Page
Idaho SCSEP

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Idaho resident.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
  • Asset Limits:
    Not specified; income-focused.
  • ID Specifics:
    Priority for veterans, rural residents.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
Official Program Page
Idaho VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

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

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, Idaho 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).
  • ID Specifics:
    High veteran demand in rural areas.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living).

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