Pleasant Valley Shelter Home
Memory Care · Lewiston, ID
Pleasant Valley Shelter Home
Memory Care · Lewiston, ID
Pleasant Valley Shelter Home accepts Medicaid.
Nestled in Lewiston, Idaho, Pleasant Valley Shelter is an assisted living community offering a wide range of activities to its residents. These engaging activities promote an active lifestyle and encourage social interaction among peers, fostering a sense of community. With well-designed common spaces indoors, senior residents have the perfect setting to connect with one another.
At Pleasant Valley Shelter, the convenience of having meals provided alleviates the burden of meal preparation, allowing residents to focus on enjoying their time. With compassionate staff available 24/7, the community ensures prompt assistance during any emergencies, providing a sense of security for residents and their families. For those requiring diabetes management, the facility also extends support to help residents monitor their insulin levels effectively.
9-bed community
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
25 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 64 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
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About this community
StatusActive
IssuanceJanuary 1, 2001
License NumberRC-226
Pleasant Valley Shelter Home is legally operated by Pleasant Valley Shelter Home, and administrated by Cook Joy.
OwnerPleasant Valley Shelter Home
Owner NameCook Joy
Fax208-798-4667
Inspection History
In Idaho, the Department of Health and Welfare, Bureau of Facility Standards is the state agency tasked with inspecting and licensing assisted living and nursing home facilities.
Since 2021 · 5 years of data
8 deficiencies
3 inspections
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Idaho state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2021 vs. Idaho state average
Overall vs. ID average
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
4 Better
Metrics better than Idaho average:
• Total deficiencies (67% below)
• Deficiencies per year (67% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (55% below)
• Total inspections (25% below)
• Total deficiencies (67% below)
• Deficiencies per year (67% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (55% below)
• Total inspections (25% below)
Latest Inspection
June 25, 2025
Deficiencies
| This Facility | ID Average | vs. ID Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 8 | 24 | This facility has 67% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Idaho assisted living residence (8 vs. ID avg 24).↓ 67% better |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2021.
| 1.6 | 4.8 | This facility has 67% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Idaho assisted living residence (1.6 vs. ID avg 4.8).↓ 67% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 2.7 | 6 | This facility has 55% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Idaho assisted living residence (2.7 vs. ID avg 6).↓ 55% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | ID Average | vs. ID Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 3 | 4 | This facility has 25% fewer total inspections than a typical Idaho assisted living residence (3 vs. ID avg 4).↓ 25% better |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The most recent inspection on August 11, 2022, identified several deficiencies related to housekeeping, behavior plans, documentation, and menu compliance. Earlier inspections showed some life safety and administrative issues, such as incomplete relocation agreements and staff training gaps, but these were different in nature from the later care and maintenance concerns. The main themes of deficiencies involved facility cleanliness and maintenance, behavior management for residents, and adherence to dietary plans. There were no complaint investigations listed in the available reports, and no fines or enforcement actions were noted. The inspection history suggests ongoing challenges with operational and care standards without a clear pattern of improvement or worsening.
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0.1 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Lewiston's city center to Pleasant Valley Shelter Home's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 0.5 miles to nearest hospital (St. Joseph Regional Medical Center - Breast Imaging Center)
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The information below is reported by the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare, Bureau of Facility Standards.
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| Serenity Place Residential Care |
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.
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. | Lewiston | 16 | No | 64 | - | 16 | Cook Joy | Serenity Place Residential Care | 4 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 9 | 2.3 |
| Pleasant Valley Shelter Home |
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.
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. | Lewiston | 9 | No | 64 | - | 25 | Cook Joy | Pleasant Valley Shelter Home | 3 | - | 1 | 2 | 8 | 2.7 |
| Living Spring Residential Care |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
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. | Lewiston | 8 | No | 4 | - | 3 | Nelson Paul | - | 2 | - | - | - | - | 0.0 |
| Unique Senior Care – Assisted Living |
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.
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. | Lewiston | - | No | 12 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Wedgewood Terrace |
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.
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. | Lewiston | - | No | 28 | - | 33 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Frequently Asked Questions about Pleasant Valley Shelter Home
Who is the owner of Pleasant Valley Shelter Home?
The legal owner and operator of Pleasant Valley Shelter Home is Cook Joy.
Is Pleasant Valley Shelter Home in a walkable area?
Pleasant Valley Shelter Home has a walk score of 64. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
What is the license number of Pleasant Valley Shelter Home?
According to ID state health department records, Pleasant Valley Shelter Home's license number is RC-226.
Who is the administrator of Pleasant Valley Shelter Home?
Cook Joy is the administrator of Pleasant Valley Shelter Home.
How many beds does Pleasant Valley Shelter Home have?
Pleasant Valley Shelter Home has 9 beds.
What is the phone number of Pleasant Valley Shelter Home?
(208) 743-0026 will put you in contact with the team at Pleasant Valley Shelter Home.
Is Pleasant Valley Shelter Home Medicare or Medicaid certified?
Pleasant Valley Shelter Home is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.
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