Edgewood Castle Hills
5955 Castle Drive, Boise, ID, 83703
4.1
(10 reviews)
"The staff are excellent. Extremely nice and caring ..."
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Seniors who require some degree of care on a daily basis may benefit from the services provided at assisted living facilities. These communities offer assistance with daily tasks such as bathing, grooming and dressing, as well as medication management, meal preparation and chore services. In the Eagle area, assisted living costs $3,586 per month, which is lower than both the state median ($3,838) and the national average ($4,500).
Here’s a look at assisted living in Eagle, including how monthly care costs compare to nearby cities, what other senior care options are available and where seniors can access free programs and services in the community.
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5955 Castle Drive, Boise, ID, 83703
4.1
(10 reviews)
"The staff are excellent. Extremely nice and caring ..."
READ MORE1130 North Allumbaugh Street, Boise, ID, 83704
4.7
(3 reviews)
"I have had friends who have lived here in the past, and a friend who currently lives here. They have always been very happy with this place. In the assisted living area, the apartments are roomy enough with a kitchenette, and a separate bedroom. The ..."
READ MORE9327 West Cory Lane, Boise, ID, 83704
4.7
(3 reviews)
"I have visited Ashley Manor Senior Living. The place was nice and clean. I took my grandchildren there to sing at Christmas time and the people were very open and friendly. There's a Mormon church nearby...."
READ MORE1180 W Overland Rd, Meridian, ID, 83642
4.0
(10 reviews)
"I did an in-person tour with Harmony Hills Assisted Living. It was very good. Shanon, the gal that helped me, was very informative. I was able to see the rooms, she showed me around the facility, and was able to answer any questions I had. It was a g..."
READ MORE1695 S. Locust Grove Rd, Meridian, ID, 83642
4.3
(6 reviews)
"We got a tour of Alpine Meadows. I stepped into the entrance and looked around. All my questions were answered. I was impressed. It is a smaller community. Even though I didn't get to go in and see a lot, it felt home-like. It is not brand new and it..."
READ MORE10139 West Overland Road, Boise, ID, 83709
3.6
(11 reviews)
"My mother-in-law was in Edgewood Spring Creek before she passed. She had a nice little patio, and the place seemed like it was smaller and more friendly. They have personable staff, and we felt that it had everything that we needed for her. They had ..."
READ MORE175 E Calderwood Drive, Meridian, ID, 83642
4.3
(4 reviews)
"My mom moved into Edgewood - Spring Creek last week. So far, our experience has been wonderful. Her room is nice. They have bingo, shopping, and go for drives in the country. The facility is very clean and very well maintained. As a matter of fact, h..."
READ MORE3165 N Meridian Rd, Meridian, ID, 83646
4.3
(3 reviews)
"My parents are already in Edgewood Spring Creek Ustick. The employees there are just so nice and willing to help with anything and everything. It's a really good place. It's clean and well-kept. Their food is wonderful. Their activities director is w..."
READ MORE9995 W. State Street, Boise, ID, 83714
3.1
(9 reviews)
"Grace Assisted Living at State Street was a very nice building. The food looked good, but they have long halls and it would not have worked for my parents. The rooms were beautiful, had nice little kitchenettes, they were roomy, and light. The dining..."
READ MORE2584 E Magic View Dr, Meridian, ID, 83642
3.7
(3 reviews)
"Meridian Meadows was exceptional. The facility was brand new and very clean. When we toured through, people were eating and the food smelled good. Everything seemed very nice. Their facility had a lot of activities for the residents to do. The rooms ..."
READ MORE808 NORTH CURTIS ROAD, Boise, ID, 83706
2.3
(6 reviews)
"About 6 months ago I taught a middle school leadership class. I had the child write cards and pick flowers to bring the residents of the Life Care Center of Boise. When we arrived the facility appeared top-notch. The Children were nervous at first bu..."
READ MORE5486 N. Sun Shimmer Ave., Meridian, ID, 83646
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The licensing of all residential assisted living communities in Idaho, including those in Eagle, is conducted by the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare. This department also acts as a regulatory body to ensure communities are operating in accordance with the established standards and statewide regulations, so residents can access the care they need in a safe and healthy environment.
In Eagle, seniors pay an average of $3,586 per month for assisted living, though costs can vary between different communities.
Monthly costs in Eagle are around $250 lower than the state median ($3,586) and more than $900 less than the national average ($4,500). They’re also some of the lowest rates in the state, with the exception of Idaho Falls, where average rates are $3,500. Care costs in Twin Falls are about $230 higher than in Eagle, and rates in Pocatello are $620 more expensive. Coeur d’Alene has the most expensive costs in the state at $4,675.
Eagle
$3,586
Idaho
$3,838
United States
$4,500
Pocatello
$4,206
Idaho Falls
$3,500
Twin Falls
$3,820
Coeur d'Alene
$4,675
Despite Eagle’s affordable assisted living costs, other types of senior care are relatively expensive. Both in-home care and home health care services cost $5,720 per month, which is over $2,100 more expensive than assisted living. Adult day health care is about $1,400 less per month, though it only covers part-time care. Nursing homes are ideal for seniors with complex care needs as they offer comprehensive, 24-hour care. Semiprivate rooms cost $8,608 per month, which is over $5,000 more than assisted living.
In-Home Care
$5,720
Home Health Care
$5,720
Adult Day Health Care
$2,167
Assisted Living
$3,586
Nursing Home (semiprivate room)
$8,608
Note:Â Data for Eagle was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Boise City, was used instead.
Idaho has two programs available to help with the cost of assisted living. The Medicaid State Plan Personal Care option and the Medicaid Aged and Disabled 1915(c) Waiver program are available to residents that qualify.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Idaho page.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Idaho page.
Eagle and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.
To see a list of free assisted living resources in Eagle, please visit our Assisted Living in Idaho page.
Resource | Contact | Service |
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Area 3 Senior Services Agency | (208) 898-7060 or (844) 850-2883 | The Area 3 Senior Services Agency serves as the regional Area Agency on Aging for Southwest Idaho. It provides comprehensive information, assistance and advocacy for seniors aged 60 and older. Through its Access Program, senior services specialists can offer up-to-date information and referrals to local services and support programs. The agency also offers an Ombudsman Program, evidence-based health programs and senior legal aid. |
211 Idaho CareLine | 2-1-1 or (800) 926-2588 | Seniors who require assistance with locating resources can call the 211 Idaho CareLine. It functions as a free, statewide information and referral service, staffed by community resource specialists. These professionals can answer questions and direct seniors to organizations offering services and programs such as Medicare enrollment assistance, Social Security support, benefits counseling and elder law representation. |
Eagle Senior Center | (208) 939-0475 | The Eagle Senior Center offers a welcoming place for seniors. Its broad range of programming includes physical activity and health-related services, arts and cultural activities, intergenerational programming and educational opportunities. The center also operates a free transportation service and a weekly social lunch program. |
Idaho Legal Aid Services, Inc. | (208) 746-7541 | Low-income individuals across the state can access advocacy, education and free legal representation through Idaho Legal Aid Service, Inc. The nonprofit organization operates a Seniors and Elder Law division which focuses on issues that affect seniors, including elder abuse, health benefits access, long-term care facility concerns and guardianships. Seniors have direct access to information and referrals through its free Senior Legal Advice Line. |
Idaho Division of Veterans Services | (208) 780-1301 | The Idaho Division of Veterans Services provides advocacy and benefits assistance to veterans and their family members. VA specialists can help individuals access information, fill out applications and file claims for benefits such as veteran's pensions, government life insurance, VA health care and aid and attendance payments. The agency also offers educational programs, support groups, financial assistance and health care services. |
Eagle-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Idaho are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Idaho page for more information about these laws.
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