Pricing ranges from
    $3,901 – 4,681/month
    AnonymousLoved one of resident
    4.0

    Clean home-like facility, admin issues

    I highly recommend this clean, home-like facility - the staff (Sheryl and the caring couple) are warm, go above and beyond, meals and activities are wonderful, and the grounds are beautiful and well-kept with a large yard for BBQs. That said, I witnessed administration problems - the administrator was rude and even yelled at a resident - rooms are small with shared baths, and it's not licensed for full Alzheimer's care, so it's best for mobile residents. Overall, I felt residents were loved and well cared for, but be aware of the admin/licensing limits.

    Pricing

    $3,901+/moSemi-privateAssisted Living
    $4,681+/mo1 BedroomAssisted Living

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Medication management
    • Mental wellness program

    Healthcare staffing

    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Restaurant-style dining
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Kitchenettes
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Dining room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor space
    • Small library

    Community services

    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    4.00 · 7 reviews

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      3.6
    • Staff

      3.8
    • Meals

      5.0
    • Amenities

      4.3
    • Value

      4.0

    Pros

    • Caring, friendly staff
    • Home-like atmosphere and furnishings
    • Personal, family-like attention to residents
    • Fun activities and social programming
    • Family-inclusive holiday events
    • Home-cooked meals and spotless kitchen
    • Well-stocked fridge
    • Clean, well-maintained facility and grounds
    • Beautiful country-like setting with large yard and great views
    • Security is good
    • Staff go above and beyond (including financial help)
    • Some spacious rooms reported
    • Welcoming admissions and easy settlement
    • Highly recommended by multiple reviewers
    • Named staff praised (Sheryl)

    Cons

    • Administration problems and unprofessional management
    • Reports of rude administrator yelling at residents
    • Inconsistent experiences between reviewers
    • Not licensed for Alzheimer's/full dementia care
    • Focus on mobile residents (may not suit higher-care needs)
    • Some small rooms with shared bathrooms reported
    • Disappointment in care reported by some families

    Summary review

    Overall sentiment across the reviews is predominantly positive about day-to-day life at the facility, with consistent praise for the staff, cleanliness, dining, activities, and setting. Multiple reviewers emphasize a warm, home-like atmosphere where residents are treated like family. Staff are repeatedly described as caring, loving, and attentive; specific examples include staff who 'go above and beyond' (even helping residents financially) and a named staff member, Sheryl, who received particular praise. The facility is described as welcoming with an easy move-in experience for some, and several reviewers explicitly say they would highly recommend the home.

    Care quality and staff interaction are strong recurring themes. Many reviews highlight resident-centered, compassionate care — staff taking personal interest in residents, treating them like family, and providing personal attention. Reviewers describe the staff as warm, friendly, and hands-on. That said, there is an important caveat: while several reviewers called the environment 'dementia-friendly' and resident-centered, other comments clarify that the facility is not licensed for Alzheimer's or full memory-care services. Reviewers also noted a focus on mobile residents. Taken together, this suggests that while the caregivers may be experienced with memory-related needs on an informal level, the facility may not be equipped or licensed to provide formal, advanced memory care. Prospective families should verify licensing and suitability for advanced dementia or non-ambulatory residents.

    Activities, social life, and family involvement are highlighted as strengths. The facility runs many activities and creates a lively social environment; holidays are described as 'spectacular' and explicitly family-inclusive, and the outdoor grounds (including a large yard suitable for BBQs) are noted as beautiful and well-maintained. These points indicate a community emphasis on engagement and family participation rather than a purely clinical or institutional model.

    Dining and housekeeping receive uniformly favorable mentions. Multiple reviewers praise home-cooked meals, the spotless kitchen, and a well-stocked refrigerator. Cleanliness and upkeep of the building and grounds are emphasized, with several reviewers noting a homey feel, attractive design, and pleasant, well-kept surroundings. Security was also called out positively, which reinforces the impression of a safe, tidy environment.

    Facility layout and room size generate mixed reports. Some reviewers describe spacious rooms and an accommodating physical environment, while others report small rooms with shared bathrooms. This inconsistency could reflect different room types, renovations over time, or varied expectations. Prospective residents should confirm the specific room layout and bathroom arrangements for the unit they are considering rather than relying on a single review.

    Management and administration are the clearest area of concern. While many reviews praise caregiving staff, several note 'administration problems' and describe an unprofessional or rough approach by management. The most serious criticisms include reports of a rude administrator who yelled at a resident and disrespectful treatment of resident needs. These accounts contrast sharply with the otherwise warm-staff narrative and suggest that interaction quality may vary by staff role and shift. Because administrative behavior affects family communication, complaint resolution, and overall trust, these reports are significant and should be investigated in person and via references.

    Overall recommendation and actionable checks: reviewers largely recommend the facility for residents who are mobile, want a home-like environment, and value engaged, friendly staff, good food, and social programming. However, the mixed reports about administration, room sizes, and licensing for memory care are notable. Before deciding, families should (1) confirm the facility's licensing and whether it can meet specific dementia or high-acuity care needs; (2) tour the specific room types available to verify size and bathroom arrangements; (3) ask about administrative structure, complaint/incident policies, and how staffing issues are handled; and (4) seek references from current families about both caregiving staff and the administration. This will help reconcile the generally strong, positive resident experience described by many reviewers with the important management-related concerns raised by others.

    Location

    Map showing location of Closer To Home

    About Closer To Home

    Closer To Home sits on 20 flat, irrigated acres in St. Ignatius, Montana, with cross-fencing, barns, sheds, and workshops dotted around for horse lovers or folks needing space for a ranch or big family setup, and you'll notice the views cover mountains, meadows, valleys, and roads with houses here and there, making it feel open and peaceful. The main building's all on one level and spreads to about 4,100 square feet, with a full finished basement, ranch and log home details, composition and metal roofs, and a strong poured concrete foundation, so you can tell they built it to last through long winters. Heating comes from electric, radiant, or wall furnaces, the place has its own well water, a private sewer, and they've got an owned propane tank for cooking or backup.

    The assisted living operation has a state license and provides care for up to 16 residents in 10 bedrooms and 8 bathrooms, with emergency-pull cords in each room and bath, which means safety's pretty well thought out, and you'll find all the usual things like grab bars, accessible hallways and doors, ramps, and wide paths for wheelchairs or walkers. There's a garage for two cars, fireplaces, vaulted ceilings, central vacuum, and walk-in closets, plus all rooms are furnished for people coming in. Utility-wise, they've got cable, electricity, and propane, so most needs are covered.

    Daily support includes medication management, help with bathing, transfers, dressing, and general supervision around the clock, and the staff are trained to work with people dealing with dementia and Alzheimer's. For meals, there's a commercial kitchen, restaurant-style dining, scheduled meals, and they cater to special diets for allergies and diabetes, which matters a lot to the residents and their families. Laundry and housekeeping, even dry cleaning, are part of the routine, and you'll find a barber or salon room for haircuts without leaving home. There's a community lounge, library, telephone in every room, walking paths, garden spots, and plenty of organized activities from movie nights to gardening, whether set up by the staff or sometimes led by folks living there, so boredom's easy to escape.

    The facility runs as an LLC and has a principal called Ms. Sheryl Hitchcock, and while they do have a presence online, most people come out to look around in person, since that's how families get a feel for day-to-day life. There's a system in place for emergencies and moving in is coordinated to ease people's minds. They also serve people with mobility limits, offer memory care, and provide short- or long-term stays as needed. The business holds a BBB rating of A+, operates with proper licensing, and draws people who want personalized care in a home-like setting with some ranch touches and options for privacy or community, depending on your mood that day.

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