8 Assisted Living Communities in Caldwell, Idaho

The average cost of assisted living in Caldwell is $3,500 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 8 Assisted Living Communities in Caldwell and several in surrounding areas. The Cost of Senior Care in Caldwell, ID

Assisted Living: $3,500
Nursing Home Care: $8,121
In-Home Care: $3,813
Adult Day Health Services: $3,813

Assisted Living Facilities near Caldwell, Idaho

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Reviews of Assisted Living Facilities in Caldwell

Steven

4.0

March 7, 2021

I am a friend or relative of a current/past residentReview of Prestige Assisted Living at Autumn Wind

My wife's mother stayed at Prestige Assisted Living at Autumn Wind in Caldwell, and it's very nice. As a matter of fact, my wife and I thought of selling our home and just moving in there ourselves. We liked the way it was laid out, and there was a lot for people to do. We know this because we visited her every week, and they had lots of activities. They have a very nice sitting room and dining room. Their food was good, and the people were very, very nice.

4.0

January 24, 2021

I am a friend or relative of a current/past residentReview of Prestige Assisted Living at Autumn Wind

My father moved into Prestige Assisted Living at Autumn Wind. It's very clean, very friendly, feels very like a home, and the people that work there are very nice, and the people that live there seem very happy and clean and enjoy that place. It's one big building, and he has his own studio apartment. They have a variety of rooms and they have another department that takes care of people that need assistance with their memory. Right now, he's at a level three for care, but he could go up or down, so he wouldn't have to change apartments. With COVID, everything's locked down, and they don't have anything really. When the COVID isn't there, they go on trips, they have activities inside the building, people come in and sing and play the piano, and they play games, they do bingo, they have barbecues, and they also set up a night where they can do Las Vegas, doing slot machines, but it's not for real money, it's just for fun. They had a lot of activities, but right now the COVID has everything shut down. They have a courtyard, a bookshelf that has books on it, each person that lives there has a person that works with them on their exercise, and they can have personal exercises set up. They have a spa, which is one of those walk-in bathtubs with the jets, and they did that for my father yesterday. They put him in the bathtub with the jets and they washed him really good and they put on his medicated powder. He said it was wonderful, and it felt great to have that done. He said the food is good. It's not a real big place, so it makes it nice.

Joy

5.0

March 18, 2019

I visited this facilityReview of Prestige Assisted Living at Autumn Wind

The staff members were very helpful at Prestige Assisted Living at Autumn Wind. It was a beautiful place. At the time, they had one opening. However, the more we talked to them, we realized that we needed a lockdown. Nevertheless, the place was very good.

Leroy

5.0

October 29, 2018

I visited this facilityReview of Prestige Assisted Living at Autumn Wind

Prestige Assisted Living at Autumn Wind was very nice, clean, and the staff seemed very nice. I'm pretty impressed with it. We didn't have any problems at all and they were very accommodating. They have activities to keep the residents busy instead of just sitting there. They have crafts and people teach them how to do stuff to keep their minds active. The place was very clean all the way around. The outside places were very nice.

Visior2304

4.0

August 11, 2018

I visited this facilityReview of Prestige Assisted Living at Autumn Wind

We're considering Prestige Assisted Living at Autumn Wind. I didn't like that the hallways seemed rather dark; they had lights but they weren't all on. They had places for the residents to step out, but they'd be out in the hot sun because I didn't see any awnings or tables with umbrella where people could go and sit under the shade. There didn't seem like there was a lot of staff members for the amount of people that were there. I wish there was more lightings in the hallways and more tables and shade outside. The rooms were fine and seemed adequate. They essentially have a large meeting hall or gathering place where they have different social activities, so that's a plus. The place was clean enough overall, just not that bright.

Trees

5.0

February 27, 2018

I visited this facilityReview of Prestige Assisted Living at Autumn Wind

I really liked Laura, the director, at Prestige Assisted Living at Autumn Wind. She was very positive, and we're very impressed by her. She showed us several rooms, interacted with new clientele moving in as well as old clientele. We asked if we could see their room and how it was set up, and everybody was more than willing to show us. It says a lot about the community that there was a lot of interaction. They had anything you wanted to do available to you, right down to cocktail hour.

Mae

4.0

January 13, 2018

I visited this facilityReview of Prestige Assisted Living at Autumn Wind

I liked Prestige Assisted Living at Autumn Wind. It was open and cheery and had nice, fall decorations. The tour guide was very helpful, very informative, and knew a lot about the facility. I saw music on the television and puzzles on the table.

Rene

4.0

November 30, 2017

I visited this facilityReview of Prestige Assisted Living at Autumn Wind

I thought Prestige Assisted Living at Autumn Wind was a very nice community. It's very lovely and convenient. Location-wise, it is wonderful. They have a very nice location. They have a lot of activities. The pricing is very similar to the other community I saw. They showed me a large studio; it seemed nice.

Map of Caldwell, Idaho

Assisted Living Costs in Caldwell

According to the Genworth 2018 Cost of Care survey, seniors living in the Caldwell area pay an average of $3,500 per month for assisted living which is $500 less than in the average city in the United States. When compared to the state average, the cost of assisted living in Caldwell is just $25 more. Throughout Idaho, most major cities are priced rather close to Caldwell, with both Pocatello and Idaho Falls’ averages ranging from $150 to about $300 less than Caldwell, and Coeur d’Alene’s average cost sits just $250 higher. When it comes to assisted living costs, the most expensive city in the state is Lewiston, which is priced more than $800 higher than Caldwell at $4,306 per month.

Note: Specific senior care cost data isn’t available for Caldwell. Data for the nearest major city, Boise, has been used instead.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Surrounding Areas

Care Cost Comparison

The amount seniors pay for care depends a lot on the type of care they require. In the Caldwell area, this is particularly true when comparing the cost of nursing home care with other types of long-term care. At $8,121 per month, nursing home care in the city is more than double the price of either assisted living or home care. However, seniors who choose home care over other types of long-term care do need to consider additional costs that are associated with living independently such as rent/mortgage payments, utilities and groceries. These types of costs are normally included in assisted living costs, making it a more budget-friendly choice for many senior citizens.

Senior Care Cost Comparison Chart

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Caldwell

Medicaid in Idaho

Medicaid in Idaho helps low-income seniors and other residents access healthcare goods and services that they’d be unable to pay for without assistance. The standard state plan covers costs such as primary care, hospital services, mental health services and prescription medications. In some cases, the plan covers dental care, as well as nursing home care.

To qualify for Idaho’s state plan as a senior citizen, applicants need to be at least 65 years old, a permanent resident of Idaho and a U.S. citizen. Single applicants must have a maximum income of $824 per month and no more than $2,000 in countable assets, and married applicants who are both applying must have a maximum income of $1,177 per month and no more than $3,000 in countable assets. While all income sources are counted, some assets aren’t, such as the applicant’s house, car and personal belongings.

Several options are in place for those who don’t meet the program’s financial requirements. The Medicaid spend-down program lets applicants with unusually high health care expenses pay for medical bills before counting their income toward the program requirements, while those who are married yet applying alone may be able to transfer a portion of their income and/or assets to the spouse who isn’t applying to the program. In either of these cases, it’s best to work with a professional Medicaid planner.

To apply for Medicaid in Idaho, seniors can contact the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare or call (877) 456-1233.

Personal Care Services Program

The Idaho Personal Care Services Program is funded by the state Medicaid program. It amends the state Medicaid program and lets seniors access financial assistance to pay for the cost of assisted living care, whether they receive it at home or in an assisted living facility.

The program is available to those aged 65 and older who require daily assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, toileting or grooming. Applicants must also be fully eligible for the state Medicaid plan.

To apply for the PCSP, seniors can call the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare office at (877) 456-1233.

Other Financial Assistance Programs for Assisted Living

Optional State Supplement

Seniors who are beneficiaries of the federal Supplemental Security Income benefit are often eligible for Idaho’s optional state supplement. The OSS is available to seniors who are over 65 years of age and require long-term care. The amount of the benefit is determined by the recipient’s needs and living situation. Those who reside in an assisted living facility may receive as much as $473 per month.

To qualify for the benefit, seniors must be SSI recipients. Those who need more information can contact the Social Security Administration office at (800) 772-1213.

Long-Term Care Insurance

Long-term care insurance helps senior citizens plan for long-term care, provided they purchase a policy before the need for assisted living or nursing home care exists. Policies and costs vary depending on the provider and the plan, but typically, seniors pay into their plan monthly and when the need for care arises, their insurance provider will pay for a portion or all of their care costs less a deductible.

Seniors who need help understanding long-term care insurance or filing claims can contact Elderlife Financial Services, which works with seniors to help them make sense of their policies and understand claims decisions.

Elderlife Financial Services can be contacted online or by calling (888) 228-4500.

Assisted Living Resources in Caldwell

Senior Center

The Caldwell Senior Center offers a welcoming environment for senior citizens to meet and interact with peers. The center offers weekly bingo games, as well as educational classes, day trips, congregate meals and referrals to local senior resources.

Caldwell Senior Center
1009 Everett St., Caldwell, ID 83605
(208) 459-0132

Area Agency on Aging

The Southwest Idaho Area Agency on Aging serves seniors in Caldwell and the surrounding areas. It offers volunteer opportunities for senior citizens as well as a variety of programs and services that include adult protective services, legal services, benefits assistance and transportation services. Southwest Idaho Area Agency on Aging
701 S. Allen, Suite 100, Meridian, ID 83642
(208) 898-7060

Veterans Affairs

Seniors who are veterans can access services that are provided to them by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. These services include long-term care assistance, health care and disability benefits. To receive information about benefits, seniors can visit the Vet Center in Boise, and health care services, including primary and specialty care, can be obtained at the Caldwell VA Clinic.

Caldwell VA Clinic
4521 Thomas Jefferson St., Caldwell, ID 83605-5100
(208) 454-4820

Boise Vet Center
2424 Bank Dr., Suite 100, Boise, ID 83705
(208) 342-3612