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The cost of independent living in Mountain Home is about $3,908 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 57 options. Read 990 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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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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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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I ended up picking this facility for my Mother because it is very close to where I live. This community has just been fantastic from the time we toured until now. The building itself is clean and well...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
We offer Luxury Living at it's finest with unmatched spectacular views of Ann Morrison Park & the Boise City skyline with gated access to the park.  Our apartment homes are large, bright, quiet & comfortable.  We include a heated pool, clubhouse, storage, underground parking,...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Edgewood Spring Creek was a great place. It’s a little smaller, which was one of the reasons we chose it. It had a homier feel. It’s all on one level, so our mom had a little patio to herself right...
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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
You'll feel right at home in our absolutely gorgeous fully-furnished two-bed, two-bath apartment unit for companion living!  It's located in a great area near West Maple Grove and Shoup Ave. AND BEST OF ALL: IT'S AT A VERY LOW PRICE!!!  You can bring your furniture for an...
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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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Provides: Independent Living
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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Mallard Pointe Apartments, located on the beautiful Boise River, offers a carefree independent lifestyle for seniors at an affordable price.Each apartment home features central heating and air conditioning, emergency pull cord alarms, spacious closets and large accessible bathrooms. Kitchens...
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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: Independent Living
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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.
Touchmark at Meadow Lake Village is a retirement resort located near Boise, Idaho, designed for people who wish to enjoy the freedom of an active lifestyle.Located on more than 100 acres with walking paths and a nine-hole golf course, Touchmark offers a range of lifestyle options and homes....
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I have lived at Northgate for 4-1/2 years. Management is great, always available when/if problems arise and quick to repair or replace (such as water heater, furnace, faucets, etc.) Can't say enough for...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Northgate Senior Village is a senior housing community located just to the north of Boise, Ada County, Idaho. This region of the country is full of beauty and culture, and Boise is no different. Seniors live in spacious, ground-floor apartments, each with a full kitchen and a fenced-in back area...
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Brookdale Castle Hills is a very clean and well-kept community. The staff will bend over backward to assist you with whatever you need. Here you will get the extra care of assisted help if needed. They could...
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.
Brookdale Castle Hills provides assisted living services to seniors in the greater Boise, Idaho area. We are considered to be one of the premier senior living communities in Ada County, both because of our caring staff and outstanding amenities. We are also fortunate enough to be located in an...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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This community has a lot of benefits and activities and values to this community. This community has activities like cards, pool, a work out place and more for the residents to have a good time and stay...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
At Affinity at Boise we’ve created a new kind of 55+ lifestyle community for people who are ambitious about the years ahead and aren’t willing to compromise their freedom.Rents start at $1,504 and range up to $2,132, which includes everything: utilities, WiFi, expanded television services,...
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The staff has been communicating very well with the family. It has been very clean and up-kept. The food is getting much better. Because it is a very small facility, which is one of the reasons we chose the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
The Cottages of Boise are located at the very end of a sleepy street in Boise Idaho. We're proud to offer our community members with a respite from the busy city surrounding us. Your loved ones are cared for well at our facility because we maintain a higher number of staff members to residents...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.

Cost of independent living in Mountain Home, ID

The average cost of senior living in Mountain Home is $3,908 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Boise, ID with an average of $3,166 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Mountain Home, ID vs. nearby cities

Mountain Home, ID
$3,908/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Mountain Home, ID vs. the state and national average

Mountain Home, ID
$3,908/mo
$3,501/mo
U.S. national average
$4,033/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Mountain Home vs. other types of senior living

$5,263/mo
Independent Living
$3,908/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Mountain Home, ID by room type

Semi-Private
$3,573/mo
Studio
$3,844/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,328/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,992/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,198/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Mountain Home over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Mountain Home

Recent reviews for independent living in Mountain Home

Grace Assisted Living at Fairview Lakes in Meridian, ID

4.7
The community was very helpful and friendly. They were easy to work with. The community does allow window visits. Once my loved one was placed on hospice we were able to see them in person. The nursing staff were pretty quick to respond to our questions about our loved one.

Touchmark at Meadow Lake Village in Meridian, ID

4.7
The staff are very, very kind and interested in the residents. They give 5-star service. They're also very interested in interacting with the families, and they welcome the families to come visit. If they have any staff shortages, the administrators will even fill in. They have great ...
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Arbor Village at Hillcrest in Boise, ID

4.7
I like how it seems to be a whole community versus a skilled nursing or hospital-like facility. They seem to have a variety of activities and are open to suggestions for more. People are moving about throughout the day, so I think it provides a lot of opportunity for interaction with other ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and attentive staff. Reviews consistently mention the kindness and helpfulness of staff members at various communities, such as Heatherwood Senior Living, MorningStar of Boise, and Chateau De Boise. Residents and their families express appreciation for the supportive and caring nature of the staff, who go abov ...
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Varied activities and outings. Residents enjoy a wide range of activities and outings organised by communities, including movie nights, museum visits, gardening classes, and shopping trips. Families praise the engagement opportunities at communities like Heatherwood Senior Living, MorningStar of Boise, and Chateau De Boi ...
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Clean and well-maintained facilities. Reviews often highlight cleanliness as a priority at different communities, with comments about well-kept apartments, communal areas, and outdoor spaces. Residents of Salmon Creek, MorningStar of Boise, and Heatherwood Senior Living mention the pristine living conditions and attention to d ...
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Plentiful food choices and excellent dining experiences. Many families praise the quality of meals and dining experiences at various communities, such as Heatherwood Senior Living, MorningStar of Boise, and Chateau De Boise. Chefs accommodate dietary restrictions and individual preferences, making mealtimes a highlight for residents.
Thoughtful communication between staff and families. Families value the clear and consistent communication they receive from staff at multiple communities, Chateau De Boise, Salmon Creek, and Heatherwood Senior Living, ensuring everyone is well-informed and able to address care needs effectively.
Supportive and inclusive community atmosphere. Reviews highlight the importance of a welcoming and inclusive community atmosphere, as found at Heatherwood Senior Living, Salmon Creek, and Chateau De Boise. Residents enjoy developing friendships and feel that the communities encourage socialising and engagement.
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Mountain Home independent living services and amenities

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

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Mountain Home independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Mountain Home partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.8%
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Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.4%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
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30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Mountain Home independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Mountain Home communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.7%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
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Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mountain Home independent 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 independent living communities in Mountain Home offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
47.9%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.2%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.3%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.8%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
47.9%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52.1%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.8%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.4%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.4%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
47.9%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
45.8%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
37.5%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Heatherwood Senior Living, MorningStar of Boise and Overland Court Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Mountain Home, Idaho. See full list of communities.

There are 57 independent living facilities near Mountain Home, Idaho. See the full list.

The best independent living facility near you in Mountain Home, Idaho is Heatherwood Senior Living. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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