The Grandview at Benefis
Nursing Home, Assisted Living & Memory Care · Great Falls, MT

The Grandview at Benefis

Nursing Home, Assisted Living & Memory Care · Great Falls, MT

Overview of The Grandview at Benefis

Located in Great Falls, Montana, the Grandview at Benefis is a vibrant senior living community renowned for its professional care staff and top-notch nursing care. With a resident-centered philosophy at its core, Grandview strives to enhance the standard of living for every senior residing in its nursing home. Residents can expect exceptional healthcare services from partnered medical professionals, ensuring their well-being is a top priority. The serene environment of Grandview creates an atmosphere of tranquility, fostering a sense of peace and contentment for all residents. 

At the Grandview, seniors can enjoy many exclusive amenities and services tailored to their unique needs. From engaging activities to personalized care, the community is dedicated to ensuring a fulfilling and enriching lifestyle. With a focus on individualized attention and compassionate support, the Grandview at Benefis is committed to providing seniors with an exceptional nursing home experience in Great Falls, Montana.

(406) 771-6200

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.

Hours per resident per day — compared to Montana state averages

Staff typeHours / Day / Residentvs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes. 2h 8m per day ▲ 129% State avg: 56m per day · National avg: 41m per day
LPN / LVN Info Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care. 19m per day ▼ 37% State avg: 30m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide Info Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life. 2h 16m per day ▼ 11% State avg: 2h 32m per day · National avg: 2h 21m per day
Weekend Total Nursing Info Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours. 4h 24m per day ▲ 26% State avg: 3h 29m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Info Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation. 19m per day ▲ 375% State avg: 4m per day · National avg: 4m per day
Weekend RN Info Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent. 2h 2m per day ▲ 198% State avg: 41m per day · National avg: 29m per day

Types of Care at The Grandview at Benefis

Assisted Living Memory Care
Bed community size
71-bed community Rank #46 / 106Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 46th out of 106 homes in Montana. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Montana 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 moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
3 years in operation Rank #27 / 88Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 27th out of 88 homes in Montana. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Montana 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.
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 26 / 100 Rank #109 / 159Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 109th out of 159 homes in Montana. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Montana 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.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility
StatusCurrent
IssuanceApril 14, 2024
ExpirationApril 13, 2027
License Number31463

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Grandview at Benefis is administrated by David Krebs.

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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.

Since 2024 · 2 years of data 6 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Montana state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2024 vs. Montana state average
Overall vs. MT average 1 Worse Metrics worse than Montana average:
• Total inspections (20% above)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Latest Inspection March 6, 2024

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityMT Averagevs. MT Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 65 This facility has 20% more total inspections than a typical Montana nursing home (6 vs. MT avg 5).↑ 20% worse

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

Short-stay resident measures
Significantly above average Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 16.1%
17% better than Montana average

Montana average: 19.4%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 3.8%
75% better than Montana average

Montana average: 15.0%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 0.0%
100% better than Montana average

Montana average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge Info Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge. 58.9%
10% better than Montana average

Montana average: 53.7%

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Address 3.5 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Great Falls's city center to The Grandview at Benefis's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.17 miles to nearest hospital (Great Falls Clinic Hospital)

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Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Montana

The Grandview at Benefis is located in Great Falls, Montana.
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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).
MT

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
MT

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.
MT

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).
MT

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.
MT

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)

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
MT

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)

Compare Nursing Home around Great Falls

The information below is reported by the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services, Quality Assurance Division.

3 facilities compared · CMS & MT Dept. of Health data

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Timbers And Reflections At The Grandview At Benefis
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.

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.

Great Falls71--4.36 +8%-4%$0215.3-26A+ 26 ----275157
Kindred Transitional Care & Rehab – Park Place
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.

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.

Great Falls189 44.3% -28%3.79 +13%-16%$208.1k435.46141- 46 Reid Crickmore$11.5M$4.7M40.8%275030
Benefis Extended Care Center
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).

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.

Great Falls146--3.12 -10%-31%$81.9k426.0387- 58 ----275012

Frequently Asked Questions about The Grandview at Benefis

Is The Grandview at Benefis in a walkable area?

The Grandview at Benefis has a walk score of 26. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of The Grandview at Benefis?

According to MT state health department records, The Grandview at Benefis's license number is 31463.

When does The Grandview at Benefis's license expire?

According to MT state health department records, The Grandview at Benefis's license expires on April 13, 2027.

Who is the administrator of The Grandview at Benefis?

David Krebs is the administrator of The Grandview at Benefis.

How many beds does The Grandview at Benefis have?

The Grandview at Benefis has 71 beds.

What is the phone number of The Grandview at Benefis?

(406) 771-6200 will put you in contact with the team at The Grandview at Benefis.

Is The Grandview at Benefis Medicare or Medicaid certified?

The Grandview at Benefis is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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