The Ivy at Great Falls

Q: What neighborhood is The Ivy at Great Falls in?

The Ivy at Great Falls is in the Grandview Terrace neighborhood.

Q: Is The Ivy at Great Falls in a walkable area?

The Ivy at Great Falls has a walk score of 43. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Q: What is the phone number of The Ivy at Great Falls?

(406) 771-4500 will put you in contact with the team at The Ivy at Great Falls.

Q: Is The Ivy at Great Falls Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Yes — The Ivy at Great Falls is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.

The Ivy at Great Falls

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1130 17th Ave S, Great Falls, MT 59405 View map

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The Ivy at Great Falls accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

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The Ivy at Great Falls accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Overview of The Ivy at Great Falls

Nestled in the heart of Great Falls, Montana, The Ivy at Great Falls is a senior living provider that specializes in Nursing Homes. With a focus on compassionate care, The Ivy offers a range of services to support both short-term rehabilitation and long-term care needs. As a large facility with 278 beds, The Ivy is dedicated to providing a comfortable and supportive environment for its residents. While the short-term rehabilitation rating is Below Average and the long-term care rating is Average, the dedicated staff strives to ensure that each resident receives the personalized care they deserve.

As a for-profit establishment with corporate ownership, The Ivy at Great Falls is committed to maintaining high standards of care and service. While it is not part of a continuing care retirement community, it participates in Medicare and Medicaid, making quality care accessible to a wide range of individuals. In this nursing care facility, residents can expect a nurturing and supportive environment where their well-being is a top priority. The dedicated team of caregivers is passionate about providing the highest level of care and creating a warm and welcoming community for all.

(406) 771-4500

Capacity and availability

This home usually has availability

Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available.

39%

152 days

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly long-term care residents

Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.

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Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

36% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 29 days

Private pay

26% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 3 - 4 months

Medicaid

37% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 10 - 11 months

Finances and operations

Home revenue

$13.3M

Operating loss

-$2.5M

Privately-owned community

Home revenue

$13.3M

Operating loss

-$2.5M

Payroll costs

$8.9M

67.5% of revenue

Other operating costs

$6.8M

Total costs $15.8M

Walk Score: 43 / 100

Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Types of Care at The Ivy at Great Falls

Independent Living Assisted Living Memory Care

Big Sky Waiver

Montana Medicaid Big Sky Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled

General 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).

Rural state; limited providers in some areas.

Benefits

Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.) Meals ($6/meal)

Montana Community First Choice

MT CFC

Age 65+ or disabled

General Montana resident, Medicaid- eligible.

Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, Medicaid threshold

Asset Limits $2,000 individual

Less intensive than waiver; rural focus.

Benefits

Personal care (up to 40 hours/month) Homemaker services Respite (varies)

Big Sky Rx

Montana Big Sky Rx

Age 65+ or disabled

General 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.

Covers up to $38.75/month premium; statewide via AAAs.

Benefits

Prescription drug premium assistance (~$465/year) Reducing out-of-pocket costs

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Montana Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled

General 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).

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Benefits

Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Montana Caregiver Support Program (via NFCSP)

Montana Caregiver Support Program

Age —

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.

10 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Benefits

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

Age 55+

General unemployed, low-income, Montana resident.

Income Limits (2025) ~$1,983/month 125% FPL

Asset Limits Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.

Benefits

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

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse

General 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

High veteran demand in rural areas.

Benefits

Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

1.8 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Great Falls's city center to The Ivy at Great Falls's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.5 miles to nearest hospital (Benefis Wound Care)

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Financial Trends

Historical financial and operational data for The Ivy at Great Falls based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.

Occupancy Rate 39.0% ↑ 1.1pp vs 2022

Net Income -$2.5M ↑ ~$1.5M vs 2022

Total Payroll $8.9M ↓ ~$113.1K vs 2022

Profit Margin -22.4% ↑ 15.2pp vs 2022

Metric	2012	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Occupancy %	59.2%	56.1%	58.3%	61.4%	55.8%	57.7%	50.9%	51.5%	52.3%	46.1%	37.9%	39.0%
Beds	278	278	278	278	278	278	278	278	278	278	278	278
Net Income	$258,003	-$324,094	-$1,398,275	$1,172,208	$576,690	$625,499	-$1,185,019	-$1,550,136	-$239,226	$3,315,103	-$4,077,452	-$2,536,064
Gross Revenue	$21,425,366	$21,482,776	$17,220,127	$24,771,945	$22,985,401	$23,474,462	$21,021,155	$20,638,889	$17,401,340	$14,066,886	$10,844,472	$11,335,949
Operating Expenses	$15,441,911	$14,528,270	$12,661,292	$15,274,277	$14,935,620	$14,798,548	$14,964,945	$15,883,422	$12,847,296	$13,771,986	$15,321,544	$15,377,277
Net Patient Revenue	$15,036,938	$13,845,615	$10,853,110	$15,878,469	$14,939,682	$14,908,609	$13,183,758	$13,699,719	$12,060,830	$13,149,464	$10,736,955	$10,926,957
Total Payroll	$6,099,235	$5,387,373	$4,206,324	$6,625,197	$6,767,716	$6,678,456	$6,357,603	$6,424,928	$6,276,973	$7,234,325	$9,056,348	$8,943,273
Profit Margin %	1.2%	-1.5%	-8.1%	4.7%	2.5%	2.7%	-5.6%	-7.5%	-1.4%	23.6%	-37.6%	-22.4%
Medicare %	20.1%	20.1%	17.4%	21.1%	20.9%	17.1%	15.7%	14.8%	12.7%	13.3%	9.1%	7.2%
Medicaid %	62.5%	65.0%	70.4%	67.3%	64.9%	69.1%	72.8%	75.5%	71.0%	67.9%	76.8%	76.2%
Private %	17.4%	14.9%	12.2%	11.7%	14.2%	13.8%	11.5%	9.7%	16.3%	18.8%	14.1%	16.7%
Revenue/Day	$250	$243	$245	$255	$263	$255	$255	$262	$272	$281	$279	$276
Cost/Day	$257	$255	$286	$245	$263	$253	$290	$304	$290	$294	$398	$388
Avg Length of Stay	107.5 days	92.3 days	123.7 days	101.4 days	112.7 days	141.0 days	155.9 days	142.3 days	137.6 days	148.2 days	213.6 days	152.3 days

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What neighborhood is The Ivy at Great Falls in?

The Ivy at Great Falls is in the Grandview Terrace neighborhood.

Is The Ivy at Great Falls in a walkable area?

The Ivy at Great Falls has a walk score of 43. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the phone number of The Ivy at Great Falls?

(406) 771-4500 will put you in contact with the team at The Ivy at Great Falls.

Is The Ivy at Great Falls Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Yes — The Ivy at Great Falls is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.

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