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The cost of independent living in Bearcreek is about $3,535 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 13 options. Read 33 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.

As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Red Lodge, Bridger and Fromberg.

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Photo of MorningStar of Billings
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88 Floor plans available
9.4
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9.4
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The staff are friendly and the food is very good. Big choices too. Facilities older, but it's been updated constantly. I have no real problems with the facility.
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.
Morninstar of Billings is a place where life is good. This is a home located in a friendly neighborhood. Many people love living in Billings with the amount of activities to participate in right outside your back door. Shopping and many other amenities are only minutes away from this home. Senior...
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33 Floor plans available
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My mother is staying at Brookdale, and so far, we are very pleased with the care she is receiving there. The staff is wonderful. The food is great and the chef really does an excellent job. I also like that...
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.
The Dream RetirementIf you want to trade in your household chores for a retirement experience where you can experience quality care without sacrificing your freedom and independence, look no further. Built from the ground up to give you the perfect combination of convenience and comfort, our...
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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.
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.
Photo of Beehive Homes of Laurel
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.
Photo of Richardson Cottage & The Crossing
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.
Photo of Willow Creek of Cody
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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.
Photo of New Horizons Care Center
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
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.
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Cost of independent living in Bearcreek, MT

The average cost of senior living in Bearcreek is $3,535 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Red Lodge, MT with an average of $2,979 per month.

Independent living costs in Bearcreek, MT, vs. nearby cities

Bearcreek, MT
$3,535/mo
$2,979/mo
$4,047/mo

Independent living costs in Bearcreek, MT, vs. state and national averages

Bearcreek, MT
$3,535/mo
$3,696/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

Independent living costs in Bearcreek, MT, vs. other senior living options

$5,150/mo
Independent Living
$3,535/mo

Independent living costs in Bearcreek, MT, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,070/mo
Studio
$6,415/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,208/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,025/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,265/mo

Senior living costs in Bearcreek vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Bearcreek, MT
Column state: Montana
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBearcreek, MTMontanaU.S.
Independent Living$3,535/mo$3,696/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$5,150/mo$4,121/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$5,150/mo$4,266/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Bearcreek, MT:$3,535/mo
Montana:$3,696/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Bearcreek, MT:$5,150/mo
Montana:$4,121/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Bearcreek, MT:$5,150/mo
Montana:$4,266/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in Bearcreek, MT, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Bearcreek and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Bearcreek, MT

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Bearcreek have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Bearcreek, MT$3,803/mo$4,268/mo-10.9%
Montana$2,491/mo$2,312/mo+7.7%
National$2,739/mo$2,806/mo-2.4%
Bearcreek, MT
2024 average cost:$3,803/mo
2023 average cost:$4,268/mo
Percent change:-10.9%
Montana
2024 average cost:$2,491/mo
2023 average cost:$2,312/mo
Percent change:+7.7%
National
2024 average cost:$2,739/mo
2023 average cost:$2,806/mo
Percent change:-2.4%
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What families are saying about independent living in Bearcreek

Recent reviews for independent living in Bearcreek

MorningStar of Billings

4.6
This was a major move for me but staff has been very helpful and other residents are friendly and welcoming. The estate is beautiful, grounds maintained to perfection. Lots of lovely walking areas. Various helpers I have hired tell me this is their favorite senior living place to work

Absaroka Senior Living in Cody, WY

4.8
I recently visited my mother at Brookdale Absaroka in Cody, WY and I was very impressed. All of the staff was very nice, friendly and I could tell really cared about all the residence. Brookdale has daily activities and events that looked to be well organized and fun. I had the opportunity to ...
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Affinity at Billings

3.8
I recommend you give this community a try and see how you match. The community and residents are easy to get along well with my loved one.

Bearcreek independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bearcreek independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bearcreek, 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 Bearcreek 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 Bearcreek partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Bearcreek, MTNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.1%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
11.1%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
11.1%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
22.2%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.1%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Bearcreek 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 Bearcreek communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bearcreek, MTNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
11.1%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
11.1%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
11.1%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.1%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bearcreek 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 Bearcreek offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Bearcreek, MTNational
Activity director
Activity director
11.1%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
11.1%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.1%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
22.2%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
11.1%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
22.2%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
11.1%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
11.1%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
11.1%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
11.1%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
11.1%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
11.1%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.1%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
11.1%
46.4%
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