Occupancy rate
56%
Lower than the Montana average: 61.7%Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Mount Ascension Transitional Care of Cascadia
CMS overall rating
CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
Mount Ascension Transitional Care of Cascadia
CMS overall rating
CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
Mount Ascension Transitional Care of Cascadia accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
Overview of Mount Ascension Transitional Care of Cascadia
Mount Ascension Transitional Care of Cascadia is a 108-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility at PO Box 3007, Helena, Lewis and Clark County, Montana, offering 24-hour skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services, memory care, private and semi-private rooms, and on-site rehabilitation gym. The facility offers transitional care and long-term care. The facility does not accept Medicaid or Medicare. Walk score for the location is 94, indicating a pedestrian-friendly urban setting where most services are accessible without a vehicle.
Helena is the capital and largest city of Montana, located in Lewis and Clark County. Providence St. Patrick Hospital and St. Peter’s Hospital are the primary nearby acute-care resources.
Families should contact the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services for official inspection and licensing documentation before making placement decisions.
Quality ratings
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Staffing hours breakdown
Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.
Total nursing care / resident
Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
3h 20m per day
vs Montana avg
-15%
Standout metric
LPN / LVN is +16% above state avg
| Staff type | Hours / Day / Resident | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
|
Registered Nurse (RN)
RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes.
| 40m per day | ▼ 27% State avg: 55m per day · National avg: 41m per day |
|
LPN / LVN
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care.
| 35m per day | ▲ 16% State avg: 30m per day · National avg: 52m per day |
|
Nurse Aide
Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life.
| 1h 51m per day | ▼ 27% State avg: 2h 32m per day · National avg: 2h 20m per day |
|
Weekend Total Nursing
Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.
| 2h 38m per day | ▼ 26% State avg: 3h 33m per day · National avg: 3h 27m per day |
|
Physical Therapist
Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation.
| 1m per day | ▼ 82% State avg: 4m per day · National avg: 4m per day |
|
Weekend RN
Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent.
| 16m per day | ▼ 62% State avg: 41m per day · National avg: 29m per day |
Capacity and availability
Avg. Length of Stay
89 days
108-bed community Rank #16 / 106Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 16th 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 larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
2 years in operation Rank #33 / 89Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 33rd out of 89 homes in Montana. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Montana facilities. 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 newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score: 94 / 100 Rank #1 / 159Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1st 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.
Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.
About this community
Occupancy
Lower than the Montana average: 61.7%Occupied beds
60 / 108
Average occupied beds in Montana homes
55 beds
Facility TypeLong Term Care
StatusCurrent
IssuanceMarch 2, 2024
ExpirationMarch 1, 2027
License Number13593
Mount Ascension Transitional Care of Cascadia is administrated by Ellen Afflick.
Rehabilitation Services
24-Hour Staffing
Transitional Care
Private And Semi-Private Rooms
On-Site Rehabilitation Gym
Activities Program
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
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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Mount Ascension Transitional Care of Cascadia is located in Helena, Montana.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Mount Ascension Transitional Care of Cascadia
Is Mount Ascension Transitional Care of Cascadia in a walkable area?
Mount Ascension Transitional Care of Cascadia has a walk score of 94. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.
What is the license number of Mount Ascension Transitional Care of Cascadia?
According to MT state health department records, Mount Ascension Transitional Care of Cascadia's license number is 13593.
When does Mount Ascension Transitional Care of Cascadia's license expire?
According to MT state health department records, Mount Ascension Transitional Care of Cascadia's license expires on March 1, 2027.
What is the occupancy rate at Mount Ascension Transitional Care of Cascadia?
Mount Ascension Transitional Care of Cascadia's occupancy is 56%.
Who is the administrator of Mount Ascension Transitional Care of Cascadia?
Ellen Afflick is the administrator of Mount Ascension Transitional Care of Cascadia.
How many beds does Mount Ascension Transitional Care of Cascadia have?
Mount Ascension Transitional Care of Cascadia has 108 beds.
Are there photos of Mount Ascension Transitional Care of Cascadia?
Yes — there are 6 photos of Mount Ascension Transitional Care of Cascadia in the photo gallery on this page.
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