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10 Best Nursing Homes in Walker, ID

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Walker 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 Walker, ID may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Walker, ID

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They were extremely caring and kind to both my mom and our family when she started to decline and when she passed. I highly recommend Lincoln Court to others looking.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
Lincoln Court Retirement Community encourages an active senior lifestyle that supports residents' privacy and dignity. Our senior apartments are considered the largest and most spacious in Idaho Falls. Lincoln Court provides Independent Living, Assisted Living and Respite services. Our community...
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This is a good community for the care for my mom. The staff is friendly and caring. The menu could use little improvements. The community does have a few activities. This is a nice environment with great...
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.
About Gables of Ammon's Family and Home: Our Gables Family (staff) is the reason for our success. They live life with purpose, knowing that their service makes the difference in the lives of the individuals they serve. We strive to love and care for each individual as if they are part of our...
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The community has been great. Both in answering questions and in their care. It has been a great fit for my mother. There is probably always room for improvement but honestly we have been very happy.
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.
Parkwood Meadows Assisted Living Community has 44 studio, one, and two bedroom apartments nestled in a circular design around a central lobby and dining room area. Parkwood Meadows is located one block off from Woodruff Ave. in an area of other condominium and apartment complexes. Parkwood...
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My friend resided in Lily & Syringa in Idaho Falls for nearly 12 years. She had advanced Alzheimers. This is a small facility which allows the caregivers to give folks the attention they need. The staff...
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
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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.
A great place to call home! At ALC, we honor the commitments we make to our residents and their families. Our goal is to enhance our resident’s quality of life by providing a warm, caring environment that fosters independence, dignity and choice of each resident. Our residents are often seen...
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Provides: Nursing Homes
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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.
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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.
A Place to Call HomeIndependence...safety...comfort. You'll find them at Spring Creek Manor, along with a personable staff that makes sure you feel at home Here, you set the pace. With your peers your can enjoy the activities you like. It's part of what makes Spring Creek Manor a welcome place to...
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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.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
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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.
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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.
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Provides: Home Care, Nursing Homes
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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.

Cost of nursing homes in Walker, ID

The average cost of senior living in Walker is $3,489 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Shelley, ID with an average of $3,284 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Walker, ID vs. nearby cities

Walker, ID
$3,489/mo
$3,673/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Walker, ID vs. the state and national average

Walker, ID
$3,489/mo
$4,078/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Walker vs. other types of senior living

$3,138/mo
Nursing Homes
$3,489/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Walker, ID by room type

Semi-Private
$5,635/mo
Studio
$4,554/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,847/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,040/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Walker over time

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Walker

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Walker

Lily and Syringa in Idaho Falls, ID

5.0
After three months of in home and hospice care from Hands of Hope and family members, we were unable to care for our Dad in his home environment. We had to make the difficult decision to looked at facilities in the area to place him in. We as a family felt most impressed with Lilly and Syringa. ...
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Gables of Ammon Management, Inc

5.0
We picked this place because of the good, caring people here. They provide thoughtful care and really care about the residents. The building is not fancy looking; it is a pretty average looking community. The staff have been good to work with. They really takes the time to care for my mother and ...
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Parkwood Meadows Assisted Living Community in Idaho Falls, ID

4.5
We were happy with everything except that they were short staffed but that is kind of happening everywhere. There were a few issues but it was all due to short staffing they were doing all that they could for the residents. Once my loved ones diet got started everything was good. The meals ...
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Walker nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Walker nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Walker, 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 Walker 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 Walker that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Walker, IDNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
27.3%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
9.1%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
72.7%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
72.7%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
27.3%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27.3%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
72.7%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
36.4%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
45.5%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Walker 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 Walker Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Walker, IDNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
36.4%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
27.3%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
45.5%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
9.1%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Walker 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 Walker partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Walker, IDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.2%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
27.3%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
27.3%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.3%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Walker 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 Walker communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Walker, IDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
27.3%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.3%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
27.3%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.1%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Walker 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 Walker offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Walker, IDNational
Activity director
Activity director
27.3%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.2%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.2%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
27.3%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
27.3%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
27.3%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.3%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.3%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.3%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
27.3%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
27.3%
0.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
9.1%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
27.3%
0.4%
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Lincoln Court, Gables of Ammon Management, Inc and Lily and Syringa are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Walker, Idaho. See full list of communities.

There are 20 nursing homes facilities near Walker, Idaho. See the full list.

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