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The cost of independent living in Fort Shaw is about $3,302 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 9 options. Read 24 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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I give all these questions a 5. It's a good place for mom and she is happy there. The only problems I see is the building is old and they have a lot of plumbing problems. These problems are addressed as they...
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.
When you want to live in a place of unsurpassed natural beauty, our independent living community in the river town of Great Falls, Mont., is the place to be. With a full activities calendar, upscale conveniences and a region perfect for the outdoor enthusiast, our community is the ideal place for...
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My Grandma likes it here and we are more than happy with the staff. All of the staff members have a smile on their face and always seem so pleasant. We’ve never had any trouble finding someone to help us....
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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.
The Lodge is a Genesis senior living community located in scenic Great Falls, Montana, one of the most affordable places to live in the United States according to Coldwell Banker. Great Falls offers stunning views and incredible wildlife, drawing those who love the outdoors from all over the...
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I placed my mother in law at the Rainbow Senior Living and she loved it. The administration helped fill out all her proper paperwork to help set her up with medications, and medicaid. The meals provided...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Once known as the "Jewel of The West", The Rainbow is a historic building in the heart of Great Falls. Enjoy our award-winning Dining-by-Design program in the elegant dining room with high, stained glass ceiling and antique chandelier, bringing a touch of class to every meal. You can relax with...
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
The Golden Eagle Plaza independent living apartments offer a wonderful senior living community right in the heart of Great Falls, Montana. There are wonderful opportunities abound for the senior independent lifestyle.All of our apartments are private and fully carpeted, with individual climate...
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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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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.
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.
At Cambridge Court Assisted Living and Memory Care Community, our month to month lease allows you the freedom to choose where you live today as well as in the future.  The variety of services offered at Cambridge court will enable you to create your own lifestyle and ,in turn, allows us to...
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Cost of independent living in Fort Shaw, MT

The average cost of senior living in Fort Shaw is $3,302 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Cascade, MT with an average of $2,698 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Fort Shaw, MT vs. nearby cities

Fort Shaw, MT
$3,302/mo
$3,243/mo
$2,698/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Fort Shaw, MT vs. the state and national average

Fort Shaw, MT
$3,302/mo
$3,449/mo
U.S. national average
$4,034/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Fort Shaw vs. other types of senior living

$3,037/mo
Independent Living
$3,302/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Fort Shaw, MT by room type

Studio
$3,495/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,395/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,195/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Fort Shaw

Recent reviews for independent living in Fort Shaw

The Lodge in Great Falls, MT

4.0
My father is pretty much liking the community. He has complained that the place is not getting cleaned. It has been 3 week since the cleaner has been in. The quality of the food is not good. We are paying almost $5,000 a month for services that are not fully carried through. The apartment is ...
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The Iris in Great Falls, MT

4.0
It's ok but they have a lack of communication with the residence about maintenance or lack there of , When they do fix problems it's not done at 100% and just band-aided. They don't take into consideration that there are many residence that don't like salty or spicy foods and continually make ...
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Rainbow Retirement and Assisted Living in Great Falls, MT

5.0
I placed my mother in law at the Rainbow. We loved it. That helped her with her Medicare paperwork and medications. She loved the meals served everyday. The staff was very friendly and always made sure to keep us informed every step of the way.

Fort Shaw independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fort Shaw independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fort Shaw, 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 Fort Shaw 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 Fort Shaw partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Fort Shaw 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 Fort Shaw communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
12.5%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
12.5%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fort Shaw 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 Fort Shaw offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
25%
44.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
12.5%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
12.5%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
12.5%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
12.5%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
12.5%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
12.5%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
12.5%
31.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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45.7%
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The Iris, The Lodge and Rainbow Retirement and Assisted Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Fort Shaw, Montana. See full list of communities.

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