Southwest Montana Veteran’s Home
Southwest Montana Veteran’s Home is a Nursing Home in Montana
Southwest Montana Veteran’s Home is a Nursing Home in Montana
Southwest Montana Veteran’s Home
Southwest Montana Veteran’s Home is a Nursing Home in Montana
Southwest Montana Veteran’s Home is a Nursing Home in Montana
Settling at the tranquil community of Butte, MT, Southwest Montana Veteran’s Home offers skilled care and rehabilitation. Focusing on veterans and their spouses, the community features state-of-the-art amenities for a more comfortable environment. The community commits to enhancing the veterans’ quality of life, employing specialized rehab programs including physical, occupational, and speech therapies.
Southwest Montana Veteran’s Home aims to nurture the veterans’ and their loved ones’ potential and nourish their abilities and self-esteem. Activities are carefully curated to cater to its residents’ interests encouraging them to remain active and engaged. With a team of dedicated and well-trained professionals available around the clock, the community ensures a comfortable and safe residence. Residents enjoy a blissful and secure stay with wonderful amenities such as elegant dining halls, spacious suites, a therapy gym, and various spaces for entertainment.
Home Information
SOUTHWEST MONTANA VETERANS HOME
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Occupancy levels track close to the statewide midpoint, indicating balanced availability. The property runs a smaller bed inventory than most peers, focusing on a more intimate census. Resident stays are comparable to other state facilities, implying stable turnover.
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Home revenue ranks in the upper tier statewide, reflecting strong billing volume. Payroll spending sits in the top tier, showing a strong investment in staffing resources. Total income exceeds the majority of state facilities, highlighting strong profitability.
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Medicare nights lag behind other facilities, revealing limited Medicare demand. Medicaid nights fall below most peers, pointing to lighter Medicaid reliance. Private pay nights lead the state, showing strong demand from market-rate residents.
OccupancyBeds
60
Occupancy
70.3%
Total Bed Days Available
21900
Avg. Length of Stay
192 days
Avg. Residents per Day
49
FinanceHome Revenue
$7,103,191.00
Payroll Costs
$3,718,827.00
Profit
$69,634.00
Total Home Costs
$5,939,034.00
Payroll % of Revenue
Percentage of home revenue spent on payroll costs.
Percentage of home revenue spent on payroll costs.
52.4%
House Specifics:CCN
275156
Rural vs. Urban
Rural
County
Silver Bow
Type of Control
Proprietary — Individual
OperationsTotal Admissions
69
Total Discharges
71
% Medicaid Admissions
22%
% Medicare Admissions
29%
% Private Pay Admissions
49%
% Medicaid Discharges
30%
% Medicare Discharges
21%
% Private Pay Discharges
49%
Quality Ratings
Overall Rating
CMS 5-star rating based on health inspections, staffing, and quality measures.
CMS 5-star rating based on health inspections, staffing, and quality measures.
5 / 5
Health Inspection Rating
Rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
4 / 5
Staffing Rating
Rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
5 / 5
QM Rating
Quality Measures rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Quality Measures rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
3 / 5
Nurse Hours / Resident / Day
Total nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Total nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
6.78 hrs
Number of Fines
1
Medicaid, Medicare & Private
Medicare Nights
Number of resident nights paid by Medicare for short-term or rehab care.
Number of resident nights paid by Medicare for short-term or rehab care.
5530
Medicaid Nights
Resident nights covered by Medicaid for long-term care or support services.
Resident nights covered by Medicaid for long-term care or support services.
683
Free Market Nights
Nights paid privately by residents or families, without Medicare/Medicaid coverage.
Nights paid privately by residents or families, without Medicare/Medicaid coverage.
7402
60-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score: 14 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
Community Stability & Environment
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Licensed Since
Date when the facility's license was first issued by Montana
May 3, 2025
Facility & Licensing Details
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Facility Type
Indicates the state-regulated license category used in Montana (e.g., Residential Care Facility for the Elderly).
Long Term Care
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License Status
Shows whether the facility is currently licensed, closed, or pending renewal in Montana.
Current
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License Number
State-issued license number for this facility.
13594
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License Expires
Date when the current license expires and must be renewed.
April 3, 2028
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Administrator
Name of the facility administrator.
Kelly, Josh
What does this home offer?
Minimum Age: 55
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4.3 miles from city center
65 Veterans Circle, Butte, MT 59701
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
115
Total Staff
70
Employees
45
Contractors
28,353
Total Hours (Quarter)
34
Avg Staff/Day
9.2
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 28 | 9.8 | Yes |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 17 | 9.5 | Yes |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 52 | 9.7 | Yes |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
2 staff
6.9hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
97 staff
9.7hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
3 staff
8hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
8 staff
7.2hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
1 staff
7.4hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
3 staff
7.3hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
1 staff
8hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
9.5%
of total hours from contractors
2,686 contractor hours this quarter
Certified Nursing Assistant: 27
Registered Nurse: 9
Licensed Practical Nurse: 6
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Medical Director: 1
Physical Therapy Assistant: 1
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 25 | 27 | 52 | 10,419 | 91 | 100% | 9.7 |
| Registered Nurse | 19 | 9 | 28 | 7,809 | 91 | 100% | 9.8 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 11 | 6 | 17 | 3,851 | 91 | 100% | 9.5 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,229 | 91 | 100% | 7.3 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1,008 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 909 | 67 | 74% | 7.8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 2 | 0 | 2 | 503 | 63 | 69% | 7.8 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 2 | 0 | 2 | 495 | 63 | 69% | 7.1 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 480 | 60 | 66% | 8 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 347 | 47 | 52% | 7.4 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 219 | 29 | 32% | 7.6 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 33 | 15 | 16% | 2.2 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 29 | 18 | 20% | 1.6 |
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Guides for Better Senior Living
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Claim What’s Yours: Financial Aid for Montana Seniors
Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Big Sky Waiver
Montana Medicaid Big Sky Waiver
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, Montana 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).
- MT Specifics: Rural state; limited providers in some areas.
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), home modifications ($1,500 avg.), meals ($6/meal).
Montana Community First Choice
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, Montana resident, Medicaid- eligible.
- Income Limits: ~$1,732/month (individual, Medicaid threshold).
- Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual).
- MT Specifics: Less intensive than waiver; rural focus.
- Services: Personal care (up to 40 hours/month), homemaker services, respite (varies).
Big Sky Rx
Montana Big Sky Rx
Official government program page
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, Montana resident, enrolled in Medicare Part D, income below limit.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$2,510/month (individual), ~$3,380/month (couple).
- Asset Limits: Not assessed.
- MT Specifics: Covers up to $38.75/month premium; statewide via AAAs.
- Services: Prescription drug premium assistance (~$465/year), reducing out-of-pocket costs.
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
Montana Medicare Savings Program
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, Montana 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).
- MT Specifics: Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.
- Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Montana Caregiver Support Program (via NFCSP)
Montana Caregiver Support Program
- General: Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Montana resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
- Income Limits (2025): Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
- Asset Limits: Not assessed; need-based.
- MT Specifics: 10 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.
- Services: Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year), adult day care ($50/day), training, supplies (~$500/year).
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
Montana SCSEP
- General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Montana resident.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
- Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.
- MT Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.
- Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits
Montana VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound
- General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, Montana 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).
- MT 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).
Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for Montana Seniors
Montana Medicaid Big Sky Waiver
Big Sky Waiver
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled, Montana 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).
- MT Specifics:Rural state; limited providers in some areas.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), home modifications ($1,500 avg.), meals ($6/meal).
MT CFC
Montana Community First Choice
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled, Montana resident, Medicaid- eligible.
- Income Limits:~$1,732/month (individual, Medicaid threshold).
- Asset Limits:$2,000 (individual).
- MT Specifics:Less intensive than waiver; rural focus.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (up to 40 hours/month), homemaker services, respite (varies).
Montana Big Sky Rx
Big Sky Rx
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled, Montana resident, enrolled in Medicare Part D, income below limit.
- Income Limits (2025):~$2,510/month (individual), ~$3,380/month (couple).
- Asset Limits:Not assessed.
- MT Specifics:Covers up to $38.75/month premium; statewide via AAAs.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Prescription drug premium assistance (~$465/year), reducing out-of-pocket costs.
Montana Medicare Savings Program
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled, Montana 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).
- MT Specifics:Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Montana Caregiver Support Program
Montana Caregiver Support Program (via NFCSP)
Requirements:
- General:Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Montana resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
- Income Limits (2025):Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
- Asset Limits:Not assessed; need-based.
- MT Specifics:10 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year), adult day care ($50/day), training, supplies (~$500/year).
Montana SCSEP
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Montana resident.
- Income Limits (2025):~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
- Asset Limits:Not specified; income-focused.
- MT Specifics:Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
Montana VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound
VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, Montana 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).
- MT 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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