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The average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Idaho is $5,281, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data. This can serve as a helpful benchmark for what families in the Smiths Ferry area can expect to pay. Pricing may vary based on the community’s location, your loved one’s care needs, and any additional services or amenities.

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Photo of Almost Home Quality Assisted Living
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Assisted living in a warm, friendly, homelike atmosphere, combined with activities structured to meet the needs and enhance the lives of our residents. Our goal is to keep the senior active and in the mainstream of life by rekindling old interests and developing new ones!Big enough to meet your...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Welcome to BrightStar Memory Care at Stephen in Southeast Boise!At BrightStar, we offer--Best Caregiver to resident ratio in the Valley-Flat Fee/All Inclusive Pricing-Breakfast Cooked to Order PLUS all additional meals and snacks-All Laundry, Housekeeping and Pharmacy Services-Medication...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Ashley Manor Care Highmont will provide loving and compassionate care for your family member with Alzheimers or dementia. Ashley Manor operates several different locations in three states. Our Highmont facility is located at 11099 W. Highmont Dr. Boise, ID. We will welcome your family member and...
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Cost of assisted living in Smiths Ferry, ID

The average cost of senior living in Idaho is $5,281 per month as compared to $5,830 in the United States.

Senior living costs in Idaho vs. national costs

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Column communityType: Community type
Column state: Idaho
Column national: U.S.
Column costDifference: Cost difference
Community typeIdahoU.S.Cost difference
Assisted Living$5,281/mo$5,830/mo9.4% below national median
Memory Care$5,951/mo$6,999/mo15.0% below national median
Independent Living$3,605/mo$3,520/mo2.4% above national median
Assisted Living
Idaho:$5,281/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Cost difference:9.4% below national median
Memory Care
Idaho:$5,951/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Cost difference:15.0% below national median
Independent Living
Idaho:$3,605/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Cost difference:2.4% above national median
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Smiths Ferry, ID

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Smiths Ferry.

What families are saying about assisted living in Smiths Ferry

Recent reviews for assisted living in Smiths Ferry

Meadow View Assisted Living and Memory Care in Emmett, ID

5.0
I enjoy coming to Meadow View because it has so many things to do with my grandmother. Or just set in a park setting with a bird singing in the background. Or if we want we can go to her private room with plenty of room to have visitors. When a large crowd of us show up, we can move into one of ...
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Edgewood Castle Hills in Boise, ID

4.0
Yeah I guess you could say that things are going well at Brookdale. Things seem to be okay so far and I do not have any complaints or problems with them to speak of.

Garden Plaza of Valley View in Boise, ID

4.4
A truly caring and home like community. The staff are patient and knowledgeable and know how best to deal with mom's memory and cognition issues. We picked this location because of the location, thoughtful layout, and the presence of therapy in the location. We also got a lot of positive ...
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Smiths Ferry review score based on 1,994 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 1994 reviews of 46 Smiths Ferry assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Smiths Ferry review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Smiths Ferry review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Smiths Ferry, ID46 facilities
8.2
Weiser, ID2 facilities
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Crouch, ID0 facilities

Review subcategories for Smiths Ferry assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 1,994 reviews of 46 Smiths Ferry assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Smiths Ferry resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Smiths Ferry, ID averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.4
Friendliness
4.5
4.5
Care services
4.2
4.3
Staff
4.4
4.6
Meals & dining
4.1
4.2
Activities
4.2
4.3
Value for cost*
4.2
4.2
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Smiths Ferry assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Smiths Ferry assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Smiths Ferry, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Smiths Ferry assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Smiths Ferry that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Smiths Ferry, IDNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
68%
45.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
18.5%
29.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.5%
91.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.1%
93.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
54%
49.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
13.9%
26.2%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94%
91.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50.8%
41.2%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
56.1%
45.9%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Smiths Ferry assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Smiths Ferry Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Smiths Ferry, IDNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
63.8%
44.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
35.9%
28.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
47.3%
35.7%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
17.8%
11.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Smiths Ferry assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Smiths Ferry partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Smiths Ferry, IDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
29.7%
23.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
44.5%
35.8%
No sugar
No sugar
38%
32.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.2%
31.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.9%
16.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Smiths Ferry assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Smiths Ferry communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Smiths Ferry, IDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
39.1%
27.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
49.3%
37%
Room service
Room service
52.1%
32.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.8%
15.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Smiths Ferry assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Smiths Ferry offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Smiths Ferry, IDNational
Activity director
Activity director
48.2%
40.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.7%
27%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.2%
26.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55.4%
43.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.8%
42.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63.3%
45.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
52.9%
36.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.8%
31.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34.9%
33.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
54.5%
40.7%
Live performances
Live performances
54.5%
40.9%
Dances
Dances
40.4%
26.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24.5%
21.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
47.9%
40%
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State regulations for assisted living in Smiths Ferry

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Idaho assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Smiths Ferry protect seniors.
Learn about Idaho assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Avista Garden City, MorningStar of Boise and Truewood by Merrill, Boise are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Smiths Ferry, Idaho. See full list of communities.
There are 53 assisted living facilities near Smiths Ferry, Idaho. See the full list.
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The best assisted living facility near you in Smiths Ferry, Idaho is Avista Garden City. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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