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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Endless OpportunitiesTucked away on a gorgeous property in the popular city of Montana, Brookdale Springmeadows is a place where you can savor every single moment of your golden years in comfort, peace and beauty. From the spectacular views of the mountain ranges and fragrant, meandering trails...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Frontier Assisted Living Community is a licensedFrontier personal care community that has been providing for the needs of the aging population in Park County and the surrounding areas for many years. The two story building is within walking distance of downtown Livingston. The 1989 unit adjoin...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Aspen Pointe at Hillcrest Retirement Living Community is a not for profit organization affiliated with Bozeman Deaconess Health Services. This community has a 40-year history of providing excellent retirement living in the beautiful Big Sky Country. The community has been completely rebuilt in...
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Cost of assisted living in Independence, MT

The average cost of senior living in Independence is $3,321 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Big Timber, MT with an average of $1,275 per month.

Assisted living costs in Independence, MT, vs. nearby cities

Independence, MT
$3,321/mo
$4,500/mo

Assisted living costs in Independence, MT, vs. state and national averages

Independence, MT
$3,321/mo
$3,908/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

Assisted living costs in Independence, MT, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,321/mo
$3,321/mo

Assisted living costs in Independence, MT, by floor plan type

Studio
$4,270/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,440/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,850/mo

Senior living costs in Independence vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Independence, MT
Column state: Montana
Column national: U.S.
Community typeIndependence, MTMontanaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,321/mo$3,908/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$3,321/mo$4,027/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$3,321/mo$3,344/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Independence, MT:$3,321/mo
Montana:$3,908/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Independence, MT:$3,321/mo
Montana:$4,027/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Independence, MT:$3,321/mo
Montana:$3,344/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Independence, MT, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Independence and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in Independence, MT

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Independence have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Independence, MT$6,398/mo$5,061/mo+26.4%
Montana$3,598/mo$3,778/mo-4.8%
National$4,588/mo$4,510/mo+1.7%
Independence, MT
2024 average cost:$6,398/mo
2023 average cost:$5,061/mo
Percent change:+26.4%
Montana
2024 average cost:$3,598/mo
2023 average cost:$3,778/mo
Percent change:-4.8%
National
2024 average cost:$4,588/mo
2023 average cost:$4,510/mo
Percent change:+1.7%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Independence, MT

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Independence.

What families are saying about assisted living in Independence

Recent reviews for assisted living in Independence

Brookdale Springmeadows in Bozeman, MT

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Brookdale Soring meadows did a superb job of caring for my sister, who did not make things easy for them. The staff was incredibly warm and caring, always responsive, and was very easy to deal with. I was thousands of miles away but had complete faith that my sister was appropriately cared for, ...
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Independence assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Independence assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Independence, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Independence assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Independence that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
16.7%
53.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
16.7%
57.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
16.7%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
33.3%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Independence assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Independence Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Independence, MTNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
16.7%
52%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Independence assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Independence partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Independence, MTNational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
16.7%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
16.7%
37.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Independence assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Independence communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Independence, MTNational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
16.7%
42.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Independence assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Independence offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Independence, MTNational
Activity director
Activity director
16.7%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.7%
31.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
16.7%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
16.7%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
16.7%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
16.7%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16.7%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
16.7%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
16.7%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
16.7%
47.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
16.7%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Independence

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Montana assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Independence protect seniors.
Learn about Montana assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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