Home to the stunning cascading waterfalls of Shoshone Falls and established along a curve of the Snake River in Idaho, Twin Falls is a picturesque city offering abundant outdoor activities and a vibrant downtown culture for its elderly population. Seniors desiring a quiet retirement can enjoy the city’s low cost of living, low crime rates and peaceful setting. Of the slightly more than 51,000 residents who call this town home, about 15.3% of them are aged 65 and older.
Although somewhat small in size, the city offers over 20 assisted living communities and one pharmacy nearby. Seniors pay about $3,820 for assisted care in Twin Falls, which is similar to Idaho’s average rate and $800 less than the national mean. Assisted living care is a residential option for seniors who need help with activities of daily living but don’t require 24-hour medical care. It offers assistance with medication, meals, housekeeping and personal care.
A few benefits and drawbacks of living in Twin Falls are provided in this guide, along with some local resources that benefit seniors in the area.