Serenity Place Residential Care
Memory Care · Lewiston, ID
Serenity Place Residential Care
Memory Care · Lewiston, ID
Serenity Place Residential Care accepts Medicaid.
Welcome to Serenity Place Residential Care, an exquisite assisted living community nestled in Lewiston, Idaho. With a dedicated facility manager and a team of exceptional staff, each resident receives personalized and individual care within a warm and nurturing home environment. This assisted living community emphasizes the importance of a small home setting to cater to residents’ unique needs and prides itself on promoting health and wellness through tailored care.
At Serenity Place, personalized care is at the forefront of their approach, recognizing that each resident has distinct requirements that demand multiple levels of care. The community’s friendly and enthusiastic staff ensure your loved ones receive the exceptional care they deserve, offering around-the-clock support, home-cooked meals, engaging activities, transportation services, and more. Settle for nothing less than the best when it comes to the care your loved ones receive at Serenity Place Residential Care.
16-bed community Rank #103 / 114Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 103rd out of 114 homes in Idaho. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Idaho SNFs. 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 smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
16 years in operation Rank #52 / 116Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 52nd out of 116 homes in Idaho. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Idaho SNFs. 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 community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 64 / 100 Rank #32 / 197Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 32nd out of 197 homes in Idaho. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Idaho SNFs. 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.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
About this community
StatusActive
IssuanceSeptember 6, 2009
License NumberRC-969
Services
Serenity Place Residential Care is legally operated by Serenity Place Residential Care, and administrated by Cook Joy.
OwnerSerenity Place Residential Care
Owner NameCook Joy
Secured Beds
16 units
Total beds
16 units
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
9 deficiencies
4 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.
1 At Avg
Metrics at Idaho average:
• Total inspections (at ID avg) 3 Better Metrics better than Idaho average:
• Total deficiencies (63% below)
• Deficiencies per year (63% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (62% below)
• Total inspections (at ID avg) 3 Better Metrics better than Idaho average:
• Total deficiencies (63% below)
• Deficiencies per year (63% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (62% below)
Latest Inspection
November 6, 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.
| 9 | 24 | This facility has 63% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Idaho assisted living residence (9 vs. ID avg 24).↓ 63% better |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2021.
| 1.8 | 4.8 | This facility has 63% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Idaho assisted living residence (1.8 vs. ID avg 4.8).↓ 63% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 2.3 | 6 | This facility has 62% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Idaho assisted living residence (2.3 vs. ID avg 6).↓ 62% 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.
| 4 | 4 | This facility has total inspections in line with the Idaho average (4 vs. ID avg 4).— At avg |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The most recent inspection on November 6, 2025, identified deficiencies related to inconsistent nursing documentation after resident health changes and an incomplete heating system inspection. Earlier inspections showed similar issues with nursing assessments and additional concerns including limited resident activities, medication observation lapses, and missing documentation for fire safety equipment testing. Complaint investigations found a substantiated issue with the lack of a secure outdoor area for memory care residents and gaps in nursing assessments. Enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The facility’s inspection history reflects ongoing challenges with documentation and safety procedures, with no clear pattern of improvement or worsening over time.
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0.1 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Lewiston's city center to Serenity Place Residential Care's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 0.51 miles to nearest hospital (St. Joseph Regional Medical Center - Breast Imaging Center)
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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 |
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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 |
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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 | 0.0 |
| 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 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 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 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Frequently Asked Questions about Serenity Place Residential Care
Who is the owner of Serenity Place Residential Care?
The legal owner and operator of Serenity Place Residential Care is Cook Joy.
Is Serenity Place Residential Care in a walkable area?
Serenity Place Residential Care 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 Serenity Place Residential Care?
According to ID state health department records, Serenity Place Residential Care's license number is RC-969.
Who is the administrator of Serenity Place Residential Care?
Cook Joy is the administrator of Serenity Place Residential Care.
How many beds does Serenity Place Residential Care have?
Serenity Place Residential Care has 16 beds.
What is the phone number of Serenity Place Residential Care?
(208) 743-5322 will put you in contact with the team at Serenity Place Residential Care.
Is Serenity Place Residential Care Medicare or Medicaid certified?
Serenity Place Residential Care is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.
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