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The Willows Retirement & Assisted Living

898 S. Meridian, Blackfoot, ID 83221

Assisted Living Memory Care Respite Care
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(800) 780-8101

To Reach a Resident

(208) 643-8958

Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $3,785

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $3,791
  • Average State Price: $3,640
  • Average National Price: $3,754


  • The Willows Retirement & Assisted Living Description

    The Willows Retirement & Assisted Living is a large 75 bed community that offers assisted living, memory care and respite care and is located in the town of Blackfoot, Idaho and is part of the Milestone Retirement network of communities. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio and suite room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 6.7 out of 10 making it the highest rated community in the city. See more information on reviews.

    To find information about the surrounding area including weather, crime, health facilities, parks, and more you can explore the neighborhood here.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Assisted Living

    Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.

    View other Assisted Living communities in Blackfoot

    Memory Care

    Memory care offers specialized support for seniors with Alzheimer's and dementia, focusing on safety, personalized care, and enhancing life quality.

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    Community Reviews

    6.7
    The Willows Retirement & Assisted Living
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 19 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 3 out of 3 communities in Blackfoot
  • Ranking in State: 207 out of 224 communities in ID
  • Facility and Grounds B

    Staff A


    Employee Reviews

    5.7
    Milestone Retirement
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 660 reviews across the web

    The following insights are from employees that work in Idaho

    Employee Pay B

    Employee Staff B



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Summary of Reviews:

    • Some reviews express dissatisfaction with the facility, mentioning high staff turnover, poor communication regarding billing, and inadequate care, particularly in the memory care section.
    • Other reviews highlight positive aspects such as friendly and helpful staff, good COVID-19 protocols, engaging activities for residents, and accommodating food services.
    • Concerns were raised about the facility's cleanliness and maintenance, with some noting that the building and its furnishings could benefit from updates and better upkeep.
    • Several reviewers appreciated the community atmosphere, mentioning that the staff's friendliness and the range of activities available made it a welcoming place for their loved ones.
    • Issues with medication management and adherence to care plans were mentioned, alongside concerns about the facility being understaffed.
    • Despite some negative feedback, there were positive comments about the quality of meals, particularly breakfast and lunch, and the hard work of certain staff members, including housekeeping.


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    Health

    Emergency response

    Dementia care

    Bathing and dressing

    Incontinence management

    Medication management

    Memory support


    Services

    Support services

    Caregiver

    Respite care services


    Community Amenities

    Housekeeping services

    Scheduled transportation

    Patio

    Library

    Courtyard


    Dining

    Delicious meals

    Variety of options

    Dietary restrictions

    Personalized dining experience

    Healthy snacks

    Juice


    Transportation

    Scheduled transportation



    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Blackfoot which is 0.7 miles away and has a population of 11,740 (small town).
    • The average income is $58,041, which is average compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 75
      • Low Temperature: 20
      • Average Temperature: 47.0
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 91 days of rain, 74 days of snow and 199 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 0.9 inches a year

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 8.16 per 100 people which is very high compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 1.61 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 3.64 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 2.56 incidents per 100 people
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 78.77 years old, which is high compared to other zip codes.

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    Supermarkets

    Stoors Market
    0.2 miles away
    Rridley's Family Markets
    0.9 miles away
    Walmart Supercenter
    0.9 miles away
    Trading Post
    11.6 miles away
    Stop N' Shop Supermarket
    11.8 miles away

    None Found

    Bus Stations

    Bingham Memorial Hospital
    0.8 miles away
    Bingham County Courthouse
    0.9 miles away
    State Hospital South
    1.1 miles away
    Siphon at Yellowstone
    18.1 miles away
    Yellowstone at Siphon
    18.2 miles away

    Banks

    Wellos Fargo Bank
    0.6 miles away
    D.L. Evans Bank
    0.7 miles away
    Zions Bank
    0.8 miles away
    Idaho Central Credit Union
    19.4 miles away
    Wells Fargo
    19.8 miles away

    Hospitals

    Bingham Memorial Hospital
    0.7 miles away
    Idaho Doctors' Hospital
    0.8 miles away
    State Hospital South
    1.1 miles away
    Portneuf Medical Center
    21.5 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Walgreens
    19.7 miles away
    Shaver Pharmacy and Compounding
    22.5 miles away

    Dentists

    Center for Dental Excellence
    19.8 miles away
    Aspen Dentist
    19.9 miles away
    Family Dentistry
    21.9 miles away

    Parks

    Blackfoot
    0.6 miles away
    Jensen Grove Park
    1.1 miles away
    Jensen Grove Disc Golf Park
    1.2 miles away
    Airport Park
    1.5 miles away
    Fort Hall
    11.6 miles away

    None Found

    Shopping

    Pine Ridge Mall
    19.7 miles away
    Westwood Mall
    21.7 miles away

    Culture

    Amphitheater
    18.7 miles away
    Palace Playhouse
    19.0 miles away

    Restaurants

    Colonial Inn
    0.3 miles away
    Pappy's
    0.7 miles away
    Homestead Family Restaurant
    0.8 miles away
    Kriznet's Soups & Subs
    12.0 miles away
    Leis Mongolian BBQ
    19.2 miles away

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    Licensing

    This community is licensed by the state of ID. It is a large-sized community with 75 total beds.

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