Total health inspections
6
Montana average 5.1
Last Health inspection on Jan 2025
Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
The Living Centre
Independent Living Home
The Living Centre
Independent Living Home
Located in the scenic town of Stevensville, Montana, The Living Centre is a unique and comprehensive senior living community that provides Retirement Living, Assisted Living, and Skilled Nursing services all in one convenient location. As the only facility of its kind in Northwest Montana, This community offers a range of care options to meet the evolving needs of residents. With a deep commitment to respecting the individual and valuing life, the community strives to create a warm and supportive environment.
At The Living Centre, personalized service is at the forefront. The community’s retirement apartments are thoughtfully designed and available in kitchenette and one-bedroom floor plans, providing residents with the comforts of home. Whether you choose to relax in your private space or enjoy the spectacular views from your room, every aspect of your stay is designed to enhance your pleasure. With a focus on individualized care, The Living Centre ensures that residents have access to the services they need, precisely when they need them. The community’s integrated approach to care and commitment to excellence make it a trusted choice for seniors in the Stevensville area.
Quality ratings
Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Nursing care per resident
Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
50
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
61.3%
Residents per day (avg)
38
Occupancy rate
61.3%
Residents per day (avg)
38
Who this home usually serves
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TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Short stays
Recovery
Medicare-covered care
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
40% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
1 months
Private pay
36% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
2 - 3 months
Medicaid
24% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
9 - 10 months
Finances and operations
Proprietary home
Corporation
Home revenue
$5.9M
Operating loss
-$1.3M
Proprietary home
Corporation
Home revenue
$5,939,231.00
Operating loss
$-1,270,326.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$2.8M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$4.4M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$7.2M
50-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
12 years in operation
A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 38 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community
License Status
Current
Facility Type
Long Term Care
License Date
May 15, 2025
License Expiration
May 14, 2028
Additional licensing details
License number:
13064
Ownership & operating entity
The Living Centre is administrated by Becker, Leanne.
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
Leadership
Contact:
Mr. Michael Wemple, President
Care Services
Provides Assisted Living
Provides Memory Care
Types of Care at The Living Centre
Independent Living
Assisted Living
Skilled Nursing
Inspection History
In Montana, the Department of Public Health and Human Services, Quality Assurance Division is the state body responsible for inspecting and licensing all senior residential care facilities.
Latest inspection
Date:September 26, 2024
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The information below is reported by the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services, Quality Assurance Division.
The Living Centre
-49%
+8%
-1%
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
IL
Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Stevensville
50
No
A+
38
LIVING CENTRE LIMITED
61.3%
$5,779,269.00
$2,814,760.00
48.7%
38.00
4.8712
2
15
2
-49%+8%-1%-
A Nurturing Hand Assisted Living, LLC
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
MC
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
Baltimore (Pimlico)
7 Residents
No
-
88
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Private / Shared Rooms
Holiday Grizzly Peak
IL
Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
Missoula (Westside)
-
Yes
-
62
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Benton Independent Living
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
IL
Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
Missoula (Franklin to the Fort)
-
No
-
73
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Clark Fork Riverside
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
IL
Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
Missoula (Heart of Missoula)
-
No
-
93
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
The Living Centre
Type of care:
AL
IL
SNF
Community:
Stevensville
Bed Count:
50
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
LIVING CENTRE LIMITED
CCN:
275125
Occupancy:
61.3%
Home Revenue:
$5,779,269.00
Payroll Costs:
$2,814,760.00
Payroll %:
48.7%
Avg Residents/Day:
38.00
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
4.8712
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
2
Citations:
15
Severe Citations:
2
RN share vs State Avg:
-49%
-49%
Staffing vs State Avg:
+8%
+8%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
-1%
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28.9 miles from city center — 1.42 miles to nearest hospital (Bitterroot Health - Stevensville)
63 Main St, Stevensville, MT 59870
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
64
Total Staff
50
Employees
14
Contractors
18,454
Total Hours (Quarter)
23
Avg Staff/Day
8.8
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 5 | 8.5 | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 7 | 9.4 | Yes |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 33 | 8.8 | Yes |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
2 staff
7.9hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
53 staff
8.9hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
1 staff
9.2hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
5 staff
6.8hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
1 staff
2hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
1 staff
7.8hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
1 staff
8.2hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
14%
of total hours from contractors
2,584 contractor hours this quarter
Licensed Practical Nurse: 2
Certified Nursing Assistant: 8
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Qualified Social Worker: 1
Medical Director: 1
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 25 | 8 | 33 | 8,905 | 91 | 100% | 8.8 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 5 | 2 | 7 | 2,398 | 90 | 99% | 9.4 |
| Registered Nurse | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,984 | 90 | 99% | 8.5 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 7 | 0 | 7 | 1,462 | 76 | 84% | 9 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 647 | 70 | 77% | 9.2 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 561 | 72 | 79% | 7.8 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 1 | 0 | 1 | 501 | 46 | 51% | 10.9 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 488 | 61 | 67% | 8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 1 | 0 | 1 | 472 | 59 | 65% | 8 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 433 | 57 | 63% | 7.6 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 432 | 53 | 58% | 8.2 |
| Physical Therapist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 75 | 13 | 14% | 5.8 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 47 | 14 | 15% | 3.4 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 41 | 14 | 15% | 2.9 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 3 | 3% | 2 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1% | 2 |
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
15
Citations per inspection
2.5
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
9 of 15 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 6 of 15 resulted from complaint investigations.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
1
1
233% worse than Montana averageMontana average: 0.3
Serious Health citations
1
1
55% better than Montana averageMontana average: 2.2
1 critical citation
1 serious citation
12 moderate citations
1 minor citation
Citations history (last 3 years)
Quality of Care moderate citation
Jan 30, 2025
Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation
Jan 30, 2025
Corrected
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation
Jan 08, 2025
Corrected
Abuse/Neglect serious citation
Jun 03, 2024
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Ownership: For-Profit Corporation
Resident Census by Payment Source
36
Total Residents
Medicare
2
(5.6%)
ⓘ
Medicaid
20
(55.6%)
ⓘ
Private Pay/Other
14
(38.9%)
ⓘ
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
ⓘ
Family Engagement
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
Active
Resident Council
ⓘ
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
12.2
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
12.2
9% worse than Montana averageMontana average: 11.2
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
27.9
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
27.9
28% worse than Montana averageMontana average: 21.8
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
15.3%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
15.3%
21% better than Montana averageMontana average: 19.4%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
27.7%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
27.7%
33% worse than Montana averageMontana average: 20.8%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
40.7%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
40.7%
62% worse than Montana averageMontana average: 25.2%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
1.6%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
1.6%
63% better than Montana averageMontana average: 4.3%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
9.8%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
9.8%
57% worse than Montana averageMontana average: 6.3%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.0%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.0%
100% better than Montana averageMontana average: 2.8%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
6.5%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
6.5%
7% worse than Montana averageMontana average: 6.1%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
1.7%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
1.7%
65% better than Montana averageMontana average: 4.7%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
16.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
16.0%
16% better than Montana averageMontana average: 19.1%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
7% better than Montana averageMontana average: 93.8%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
94.3%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
94.3%
In line with Montana averageMontana average: 93.7%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
89.8%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
89.8%
18% better than Montana averageMontana average: 76.4%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
100% better than Montana averageMontana average: 1.8%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
94.1%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
94.1%
28% better than Montana averageMontana average: 73.8%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Penalties and fines
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total fines amount
$38K
57% lower than Montana averageMontana average: $87K
Number of fines
2
14% fewer fines than Montana averageMontana average: 2.3
Payment Denials
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
100% fewer payment denials than Montana averageMontana average: 0.2
Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility
$38K
Montana average
$87K
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jun 3, 2024
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jun 3, 2024
$25K
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Dec 7, 2023
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Dec 7, 2023
$13K
Last updated: Jan 2026
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for The Living Centre based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
61.3%
↓ 9.2pp vs 2023
Net Income
-$1,270,326
↓ ~$638K vs 2023
Total Payroll
$4,224,157
↑ ~$22K vs 2023
Profit Margin
-22.0%
↓ 10.2pp vs 2023
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