Showboat Retirement Center
Assisted Living & Residential Care · Lander, WY

Showboat Retirement Center

Assisted Living & Residential Care · Lander, WY

Overview of Showboat Retirement Center

Showboat Retirement Center, a family-owned and operated assisted living community in Lander, Wyoming, has been providing affordable quality care to seniors since 1993. Established by Ronald and Arvey Foote, inspired by the desire to care for Arvey’s parents and uncle, the center aims to aid residents in maintaining their independence in a safe, comfortable, and compassionate environment. Showboat is located in a beautiful neighborhood with views of mountains, less than a mile away from Main Street, and is next door to the Lander Medical Clinic and down the street from the Lander SageWest Hospital. Showboat Retirement Center offers a range of activities, including crafts, parties, live music, bible studies, and more. The facility assists residents in activities of daily living such as showering, housekeeping, medications, scheduling and reminders for doctors’ appointments, and provides three meals a day plus snacks. Despite its growth over the years, Showboat Retirement Center remains committed to its mission of providing affordable quality care to the community. As the business continues to evolve to meet the needs of its residents, they remain dedicated to ensuring that Showboat Retirement Center continues to be a safe and nurturing environment for seniors in Lander, Wyoming.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 50 Rank #8 / 14Bed count — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 8th out of 14 assisted living communities we track in Wyoming for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Wyoming facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Wyoming that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Walk Score Info Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #21 / 28Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 21st out of 28 assisted living communities we track in Wyoming for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Wyoming facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Wyoming that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
28 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available. Rank #11 / 11Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 11th out of 11 assisted living communities we track in Wyoming for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Wyoming average, with its Statewide rank out of 11. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Wyoming that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
46% This home usually has availability
Lower than the Wyoming average: 76.2%
Occupied beds
23 / 50
About This Community

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price
$3,500/Month

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusActive
ExpirationDecember 31, 2026
CountyFremont
License Number15021

Ownership & Operating Entity

Showboat Retirement Center is administered by Arika Long.

Leadership

Director of NursingBarbara Miller

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Contact Information

Fax307-332-2175

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed
Admission CriteriaResidents must be able to walk by themselves and perform daily activities with little assistance.
HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Wi-Fi
ActivitiesActivities include crafts
Specific ProgramsMedication assistance, Housekeeping services, Laundry services, Activities including crafts, parties, live music, bible studies, and more, Assistance in scheduling doctors appointments, Reminders for doctors appointments

Room Variety

Room TypesPrivate Rooms

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Address 0.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Lander's city center to Showboat Retirement Center's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Info below is compiled from the WY Dept. of Health (WDH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Edgewood Spring Wind
AL
MC
Laramie
117
Facility 117
WY AVG 72
Rank #2 / 14
No
87
Facility 87
WY AVG 41
Rank #1 / 28
Assisted Living (96), Alzheimer's Care (21)--
Showboat Retirement Center
AL
RESC
Lander
50
Facility 50
WY AVG 72
Rank #8 / 14
No
28
Facility 28
WY AVG 41
Rank #21 / 28
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Garden Square Assisted Living of Casper
AL
RC
Casper
50
Facility 50
WY AVG 72
Rank #8 / 14
Yes
30
Facility 30
WY AVG 41
Rank #20 / 28
Studio29A+
Primrose Retirement Community of Cheyenne
AL
IL
MC
Cheyenne
45
Facility 45
WY AVG 72
Rank #11 / 14
Yes-1 Bed / 2 Bed17A+
Pointe Frontier
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Cheyenne-No
48
Facility 48
WY AVG 41
Rank #12 / 28
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed25A+

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other WY assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

Frequently Asked Questions about Showboat Retirement Center

Who is the Director of Nursing at Showboat Retirement Center?

Barbara Miller is the Director of Nursing at Showboat Retirement Center.

Is Showboat Retirement Center in a walkable area?

Showboat Retirement Center has a walk score of 28. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Showboat Retirement Center?

According to WY state health department records, Showboat Retirement Center's license number is 15021.

When does Showboat Retirement Center's license expire?

According to WY state health department records, Showboat Retirement Center's license expires on December 31, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at Showboat Retirement Center?

Showboat Retirement Center's occupancy is 46%.

Are pets allowed at Showboat Retirement Center?

No, Showboat Retirement Center has a no-pet policy.

What is the best email address for Showboat Retirement Center?

The team at Showboat Retirement Center can be reached at arikaalong@gmail.com.

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