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10 Best Nursing Homes in Gem County, ID

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Gem County nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Gem County, ID may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Gem County or another care type is right for you. Browse 62 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Gem County.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Ola, Banks and Pearl.
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zipAverageCost: $5,325

Nursing Homes Facilities near Gem County, ID

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Photo of Apple Valley Residence
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Apple Valley Residence is a 45 bed facility nestled in the Heart of Gem County. We are a tradition in Emmett, Idaho, as the first Assisted Living Facility established in the Valley of Plenty. Locally owned and operated since 1993, for over fifteen years Apple Valley has been...
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 Prickly Pear in Eagle!*At our Prickly Pear location we are able to accept high acuity patients, patient with hoyers and lifts are accepted on admission. At BrightStar Prickly Pear we have--Best Caregiver to Resident Ration in the Valley-Flat Fee/All Inclusive...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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.
Spring Creek in Fruitland will provide assisted living and memory care services. Enjoy serene Idaho country-living at Edgewood's new, state of the art community. Located adjacent to St. Luke's Fruitland Medical Plaza, and just a short distance from shopping and attractions, Edgewood is the ideal...
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Weiser Care of Cascadia is a first-class provider of short-term, long-term, and skilled nursing services in the beautiful Weiser, Idaho. Our dedicated team provides customized care for each of our patients that ensures the best possible outcomes and well being. With our highly individualized care...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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.
Located on East 6th Street in center Weiser, The Cottages of Weiser offers assisted living and memory care for your loved one in a convenient location. Our warmhearted caregivers are all trained to care for elderly patients with Alzheimer's Disease and other dementia-related conditions. Your...
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Photo of Shaw Mountain of Cascadia
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Shaw Mountain of Cascadia is a top-rated healthcare provider of rehabilitation and skilled nursing services, near the heart of downtown Boise. Our goal is to provide personalized care for every patient, enhancing well-being and the fullest quality of life. With our patient-centered rehabilitation...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Parma Living Center is small family owned residential assisted living facility. Home isn't a place its a feeling. Here at Parma Living Center this isn't just a place to live, we become family. We are small 15 bed facility this makes us unique in being able to offer our residents more one on one...
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Provides: Memory Care
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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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Cost of nursing homes in Gem County, ID

The average cost of senior living in Gem County is $5,325 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Canyon County, ID with an average of $5,433 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Gem County, ID, vs. nearby counties

Gem County, ID
$5,325/mo

Nursing homes costs in Gem County, ID, vs. state and national averages

Gem County, ID
$5,325/mo
$5,544/mo
U.S. national average
$5,847/mo

Nursing homes costs in Gem County, ID, vs. other senior living options

$5,843/mo
Nursing Homes
$5,325/mo

Nursing homes costs in Gem County, ID, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,194/mo
Private
$5,724/mo

Senior living costs in Gem County vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Gem County, ID
Column state: Idaho
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGem County, IDIdahoU.S.
Nursing Homes$5,325/mo$5,544/mo$5,847/mo
Assisted Living$4,588/mo$5,281/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$5,843/mo$5,951/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Livingunavailable$3,605/mo$3,520/mo
Nursing Homes
Gem County, ID:$5,325/mo
Idaho:$5,544/mo
U.S.:$5,847/mo
Assisted Living
Gem County, ID:$4,588/mo
Idaho:$5,281/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Gem County, ID:$5,843/mo
Idaho:$5,951/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Gem County, ID:unavailable
Idaho:$3,605/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Gem County

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Gem County

Creekside Transitional Care and Rehabilitation in Meridian, ID

4.6
This place is like no other. I have seen many Skilled Nursing Facilities and this is the one you can walk in any time, day or night and there is no smell, its always clean, and the staff and patients are all laughing together. They interact and its not sterile and false and clinical. The staff ...
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Cascadia of Nampa

5.0
My mom is happy and that is amazing. One of the nurses helped with everything and she answers all of my questions. My loved one is making a miraculous recovery and has some therapy. It is very clean and I am so impressed. I’m very happy with the communication.

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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Gem County nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gem County nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gem County, 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 Gem County nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Gem County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Gem County, IDNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
0.9%
1.1%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
18.2%
4.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
19.7%
14.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
5.9%
15.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
16.6%
4.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
14.9%
13.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
13.4%
3.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
26.2%
9.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Gem County nursing homes

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 Gem County Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Gem County, IDNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
12.5%
1.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
12.6%
2.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Gem County nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Gem County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gem County, IDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
0.8%
0.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
0.8%
0.6%
No sugar
No sugar
0.8%
0.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
12.5%
1.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Gem County nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Gem County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gem County, IDNational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
1.6%
0.2%
Room service
Room service
0.8%
0.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
0.8%
0.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gem County nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Gem County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gem County, IDNational
Activity director
Activity director
0.8%
0.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
14.2%
3.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
15.7%
3.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
0.8%
0.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Frequently Asked Questions

Paramount Parks at Eagle, Avista Garden City and MorningStar of Boise are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Gem County, Idaho. See full list of communities.
There are 62 nursing homes facilities near Gem County, Idaho. See the full list.
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