With about 6,300 baby boomers turning 65 each year and one of the lowest costs of living in the nation, Boise is proving to be a fantastic spot for seniors to retire. Idaho’s state capital might not be the first place people think of for retirement, but with robust senior programs in both Boise and nearby Meridian, finding a sense of community is easy in the Treasure Valley. Fifty walking trails, several outstanding fishing spots and an emerging food scene ensure that seniors who enjoy an active and adventurous lifestyle will feel right at home in Boise. Many adults have already discovered this for themselves, as more than 31,000 seniors call the City of Trees their home.
To help seniors discover the most senior-friendly locations around the country, Caring.com conducted a new study, “The Best and Worst Places for Senior Living.” The Caring Senior Living Report analyzes and ranks 300 cities and 50 states on the quality of senior living in that area. The cities were graded using 46 metrics across five categories: Health Care, Senior Living & Housing, Affordability, Quality of life, and Transportation.
2600 North Milwaukee Street, Boise, ID 83704
4.4
(63 reviews)
"I like the staff at Truewood by Merrill, Boise. The building is clean and well-kept. I don't have any negatives to say. The staff members are very good to my mother. The building's structure is in good shape. They have bingo and happy hour where peop..."
$2,800
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10250 W Smoke Ranch Dr, Boise, ID 83709
4.5
(28 reviews)
"My husband moved to Overland Court Senior Living. They are very clean. Walking through, I can see them taking care of the other patients. They're just very caring. They're watchful. They came right away when we came in and introduced themselves to my..."
$3,450
7250 W Poplar St, Boise, ID 83704
4.3
(31 reviews)
"I really liked Chateau de Boise. I think my brother would really like it. It's not institutionalized looking. It's a very inviting place. Everyone there was really kind. A little girl came and greeted me before we got in. It was a nice, inviting, and..."
$1,859
9492 W Fairview Ave_, Boise, ID 83704
4.8
(8 reviews)
"Home Instead services has allowed my now 93+ year old mother to stay in her home and assured our family that she is getting the personal service she desires and the safety we believe she needs. The care providers have been professional, consistent ..."
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5850 N. Five Mile Rd., Boise, ID 83713
4.4
(17 reviews)
"I toured MorningStar of Boise, and it was very positive. My friend reacted very positive also. It's my understanding that it is one of the top two that she is considering. She really liked that. She liked some of the special things about the little c..."
$4,395
767 East Parkcenter Boulevard., Boise, ID 83706
4.5
(11 reviews)
"We toured Brookdale Boise Parkcenter Independent Living and the experience was very good. We're very impressed, the staff was very friendly, very efficient, and thorough. I liked the place. We looked at a cottage, it was very nice, and it was bigger ..."
$4,205
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4892 N Cloverdale Rd, Boise, ID 83713
4.3
(19 reviews)
"I visited Salmon Creek Gracious Retirement Living in Boise. It's an independent living community. They were good and friendly. They had meals on the table, and the food was great. The apartments were clean, and they had people cleaning up. The studi..."
$2,770
5277 W. Kootenai St., Boise, ID 83705
4.2
(8 reviews)
"We moved into Heatherwood Senior Living. We really like it. They have nice people and good food, and it's in beautiful condition. The maid service is great. We're totally happy with it. The activities are good. My husband plays bingo, and right now h..."
$2,360
739 East Parkcenter Boulevard., Boise, ID 83706
3.9
(11 reviews)
"Brookdale Boise Parkcenter Assisted Living is a very nice facility. It's close to where I live. My mom has a one-bedroom unit and the people are just very friendly and professional. They have activities, games, and transportation. They also provide a..."
$5,155
6126 W State St, Boise, ID 83703
4.6
(3 reviews)
"We went with Right at Home. They were super friendly and super willing to wait. It took a long time for my aunt to be willing to accept the fact that she needed help. Even when we decided on them there was some hesitation, and they were just really g..."
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1093 S. Hilton St., Boise, ID 83705
3.6
(3 reviews)
"The staff and residence are so friendly. I always feel welcomed and safe. The food is excellent! I love being able to have my dog Molly living with me...."
$3,037
9840 Overland Road, Boise, ID 83709
Partners In Home Care understands the importance of keeping loved ones at home. We are family-owned and understand first-hand what a family goes through when selecting someone to provide care in the home. With the highest level of quality care, we assist individuals with the ability to thrive in their own home. Our non-medical HomeCare services focus on the Activities of Daily Living. We offer care in all areas of companionship, respite care, post-rehabilitation, 24/7 care, hospice support and more. We carefully select qualified and compassionate caregivers, require background checks and provide continued education. Our caregivers are supervised, ensuring the highest level of care expectations.
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126 S Cole Rd, Boise, ID 83709
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9196 W. Emerald St., Suite 140, Boise, ID 83704
4.6
(55 reviews)
"They have been very good with my mother. The person that is there right now my mother likes her. We have the same home care personnel who will be there for as long as my mom is around...."
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4355 W Emerald Street, Boise, ID 83706
4.5
(232 reviews)
"The caregivers take me around. They take good care of my husband. I like the people who come...."
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1130 N. Allumbaugh St., Boise, ID 83704
4.7
(20 reviews)
"Garden Plaza of Valley View was very clean. It was a fine upscale location. You have a kitchenette, but the kitchenette is not a hot plate, but there's a microwave and a refrigerator. The unit we looked at was a one-bedroom with a sitting room adjace..."
$3,195
13626 W Baldcypress Street, Boise, ID 83713
4.9
(10 reviews)
"My experience with Affinity at Boise has been great. They have a wonderful maintenance group that takes care of the halls, the lights, and the grounds. They're very conscientious about everything and are acceptable to all of the people who live here...."
$1,504
5301 E. Warm Springs Ave., Boise, ID 83716
4.3
(13 reviews)
"My sister is in nursing care at The Terraces of Boise. They have a lot of staff members that are in and out of the rooms every day. She's in a private room that's very clean, and large for a skilled nursing facility. The communication is phenomenal, ..."
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6300 North Roe Street, Boise, ID 83714
4.8
(5 reviews)
"The Cottages of Boise only had a double room that was twice the price. It's a small facility. It's a 16-bed facility, and they seem like they know the residents. The layout had the living room and kitchen in the central part of the facility. They had..."
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502 N Kimball Place, Boise, ID 83704
5.0
(4 reviews)
"i recently was a there for rehab. the rom was very nice. i would like to thank jennifer she helped me so regain my memory and so much more. also lori, and vi jay who pushed me even when i didnt think i could do more. thank you also a shout our to suz..."
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