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"Offering some of the roomiest accommodations in town, Lincoln Court is one of the premier retirement communities in Idaho Falls. Aside from ..."
READ MOREThe average cost of assisted living in the city is $3,213 a month. This guide is a starting point covering the cost of assisted living care in the city, as well as financing options to pay for it. You’ll find in-depth information on 12 Assisted Living Communities in Idaho Falls and several in surrounding areas. The Cost of Senior Care in Idaho Falls, ID
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"Offering some of the roomiest accommodations in town, Lincoln Court is one of the premier retirement communities in Idaho Falls. Aside from ..."
READ MORE4000 S. 25th East, Idaho Falls, ID 83404
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"Idaho Falls, Idaho… included among “2019 Top 100 Best Places to Live” by Livibility.com. We invite you to schedule a tour and experience fir..."
READ MORE1885 Parkwood St., Idaho Falls, ID 83401
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"You will find a comfortable and homelike assisted living community when you join Parkwood Meadows Assisted Living in Idaho Falls, Idaho. We ..."
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"Located a few blocks away from the Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center and down the street from the Grand Teton Mall, Fairwinds - Sand Cre..."
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"___________________________________________ The Gables of Ammon family is committed to providing each resident with the highest quality o..."
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"Turtle & Crane Assisted Living is situated in Idaho Falls, ID, a short drive from Lincoln Hill. Residents are pleased by a full menu of ..."
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2725 EAST 17TH STREET, Idaho Falls, ID 83406
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"Life Care Center of Idaho Falls is located in the eastern Idaho Falls suburb of Ammon, less than a mile from the Grand Teton Mall. The facil..."
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"Tambree Meadows Assisted Living and Memory Care is a beautiful place that your loved ones can call home. Its two buildings are creative desi..."
READ MORE3400 South 5th West, Idaho Falls, ID 83404
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"We will do all we can to help make you comfortable and happy at The Gables Assisted Living. Our luxury assisted living homes provide a warm,..."
READ MORE140 Science Center Drive, Idaho Falls, ID 83402
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840 1st Street, Idaho Falls, ID 83401
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"Lily and Syringa Assisted Living in Idaho Falls, Idaho, is an assisted living and memory care facility just off of 1st Street near a variety..."
READ MORE2820 Hunters Loop, Blackfoot, ID 83221
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"The Gables of Blackfoot is the ideal combination of home-like living space, care, and amenities to promote our resident’s health and well-be..."
READ MORE3685 West Highway 33, Rexburg, ID 83440
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"When you visit Briarwood you will know immediately there is something special about our home. The most important thing to us is the care we ..."
READ MORE290 North 4064 East, Rigby, ID 83442
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According to Genworth’s 2018 Cost of Care study, the average monthly assisted living cost in Idaho Falls ($3,213) is well below the national average of $4,000 and somewhat lower than the state average of $3,475. Idaho Falls has the lowest cost of all cities surveyed, followed by Pocatello ($3,350). Lewiston has the highest average monthly cost at $4,306, followed by Coeur d’Alene ($3,750).
Idaho Falls
$3,213
National Average
$4,000
State Average
$3,475
Boise City
$3,500
Coeur d'Alene
$3,750
Lewiston
$4,306
Pocatello
$3,350
The type of care required has the biggest influence on the overall cost of senior care in Idaho Falls and throughout the country. The cost of nursing home care is more than double that of assisted living. Home care is $410 to $1,363 more expensive per month, depending on whether a home health aide or homemaker service is required. When comparing senior care costs, it’s important to consider all related expenses. For instance, residents in an assisted living or a skilled nursing facility no longer have the expenses associated with maintaining a home, such as rent, upkeep and utilities.
Assisted Living
$3,213
Homemaker Services
$3,623
Home Health Aide
$4,576
Adult Day Health Services
0
Nursing Home Care
$7,665
Idaho’s state Medicaid plan covers the cost of long-term care in a nursing home for low-income elderly and disabled residents.
To qualify, Medicaid requires seniors to be 65 years of age or older unless disabled. There are also income and asset limits:
Elderlife Bridge Loans
Elderlife Financial Services provides bridge loans to seniors who need help paying for long-term care. Up to six family members can apply to improve the chance of approval and share the costs. An Elderlife loan is meant as a temporary solution to pay for assisted living, so lenders typically ask for a plan for permanent funding prior to granting a loan. This may be a good option for families waiting for other resources to come through, including VA loans or a reverse annuity mortgage. Repayment schedules are graduated so payments increase over time, which gives family members an opportunity to absorb the cost or repay the loan once permanent funding is in place. For more information or to apply, call (888) 228-4500.
Long-Term Care Insurance
Long-term care insurance is designed to cover services, such as personal and supervisory care, in a number of settings including assisted living. Idaho Falls seniors living at home and in good health may be eligible for long-term care insurance available through a number of carriers. You can use Fidelity’s online calculator to estimate the cost of a policy or call (866) 489-0963 for more information.
Idaho Optional State Supplement
Idaho provides an optional state supplement payment to residents who already receive SSI and live in assisted living communities. The benefit helps pay for room and board, but not every assisted living community is certified for OSS. Seniors can verify whether an individual facility accepts OSS payments. Call (877) 456-1233 for more information about the program, or apply in person at the Idaho Falls office of the Department of Health and Welfare located at 150 Shoup Ave.
The AAA advocates for the rights of all seniors, including those in assisted living facilities. Idaho Falls seniors can access information on elder abuse prevention, financial assistance and information about admissions to long-term care facilities via the Long-Term Care Ombudsman. Idaho Falls Area Agency on Aging
935 Lincoln Road, Idaho Falls, ID 83401
(208) 522-5391
Senior veterans in Idaho Falls can apply for benefits through the Boise Regional Benefits office of the Department of Veterans Affairs. The VA provides funding for eligible veterans of all ages who need long-term care at home, VA medical centers or in community settings including assisted living.
Idaho Falls VA Clinic
640 South Woodruff Avenue, Idaho Falls, ID 83401
(208) 522-2922
Boise Regional Benefits Office
444 W. Fort Street, Boise, ID 83702
(208) 780-1380
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