Seniors Blue Book // Boise and the Treasure Valley // August 2024-2025
BrightStar Care HomesTM delivers high-quality care in a safe and inclusive home environment.
• The best caregiver-to-resident ratios
• Both in-door and outdoor spaces are secured and allow for enrichment and activities
• Fresh meals cooked on-site in a family-style setting
• All-inclusive pricing
The mission of the Saint Alphonsus Memory Center is to help our community achieve and maintain the best possible brain function through a compassionate, collaborative, and multi-disciplinary approach to dementia prevention, treatment and education.
If you or a loved one are experiencing signs of memory loss and would like to schedule a consultation, or you’re a healthcare provider and would like more information about our services, please call our clinic at (208) 302-5400
3505 E Monarch Sky Ln, Ste 220, Meridian 83642 208-955-1114
Our guide is divided into 3 distinct sections and divided by color tabs.
COMMUNITY RESOURCES AND SERVICES
This section is alphabetical. You will find hundreds of different services and organizations that work with seniors and their families.
This includes professional services, such as Adult Day, Care Management, Elder Law, Social Security, Senior Centers, etc...
HEALTH AT HOME - HOME HEALTH, NON-MEDICAL HOME HEALTH CARE, AND HOSPICE CARE
This section offers three different comparison grids; the first features Skilled Home Healthcare; the second contains Non-Medical and Personal Assistance at home, and the third grid showcases Hospice Services for end of life care. First Familiarize yourself with the different services that are offered by each agency. You will find definitions about each service at the beginning of this section. Many options exist; we hope this will help you find a provider to meet your specific needs.
SENIOR HOUSING
First you should familiarize yourself with the many options available and determine which one is best for your needs. You will find definitions of each type of housing at the beginning of the housing section. Then turn to our easy to read comparison grids. The grids are divided into 4 categories, depending on the type of community: Independent Living and Retirement, Assisted Living, Memory Care Assisted Living, and Skilled Nursing. The buildings are listed by city or county so you can zero in on the specific areas you are looking for.
You will also find many feature articles throughout the publication. These articles are written by local experts on a variety of topics that can aid you in making the right choices.
DEAR FRIENDS OF THE SENIORS BLUE BOOK,
You hold in your hands our 17th Edition of the Seniors Blue Book! This complete book of resources designed for seniors, their caregivers, and the respected professionals has become one of the most widely used and valued resources around. Boise and the metro area has become one of the fastest growing cities in America, along with being named one of the best places to retire. We did not want to overlook any of the new communities, agencies and services offered here.
The Seniors Blue Book is a true example of an “Authoritative Publication.” We have worked diligently to provide you with the most comprehensive and up to date resources to help our seniors and their caregivers make educated decisions regarding optimal living. We have added several new agencies and communities over the course of the year and are very excited about the growth in our valley, and the advances in healthcare and services available to our seniors. Should you like to be listed in the next edition, please notify us as soon as possible and we will get you and or your business included in our print edition, Discharge Planner Resource Notebook and our newly updated website. https://seniorsbluebook. com/
If you are searching for senior housing options, care at home, hospice or memory care, you will want to be sure to review our comprehensive comparison grids. There you will find communities and agencies listed with specific amenities and services so you can select the most appropriate option for your situation. Remember, you always have the right to choose!
This edition features several different educa-
tional articles contributed by local professionals on relevant topics pertaining to our seniors and healthcare providers. This year you can find some valuable information on choosing private duty care, how to navigate through Medicaid applications and legalities when your healthcare situation is changing. There are some great local programs to assist you with these.
In addition to our print resources, be sure to look at our frequently updated website, www.seniorsbluebook.com/local/boise. Like us on Facebook to see our activity in the community and to keep up with posts about healthcare information both locally and nationally.
Share this book with your friends and neighbors, we have plenty! We have printed 70,000 copies and there is no charge for the books thanks to our amazing advertising partners! In addition to our long term partnership with Saint Alphonsus, where we have racks in each of their hospitals and pertaining outlying clinics, we also have added over 65 rack locations in the community. You can find our books in almost all of the Albertsons store entrances, Jackson Food stores, Norco Medicals, senior centers, restaurants and more. If you are interested in having a rack in your location for book distribution, please reach out to me. Also, if you are not able to get out to grab one, we’d be happy to send one in the mail at no charge. Please call (208) 922-6317.
Thank you again for your continued enjoyment and usage of the Seniors Blue Book, it is truly a privilege to serve our senior healthcare community!
Additional copies of this Directory are available FREE at most of the gathering places for seniors. Give us a call at 208.922.6317 and we will direct you to the location nearest you or go to www.SeniorsBlueBook. com and click on the “Find a Book” link to locate your closest distribution points.
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Understanding and Caring for Memory Loss at Saint Alphonsus Memory Center
The Saint Alphonsus Memory Center, located in the Treasure Valley, operates three outpatient multidisciplinary clinics dedicated to the prevention, early diagnosis, and comprehensive treatment of Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias (ADRD) and mild cognitive impairment.
Our expert team includes geriatricians, a neurologist, advanced practice practitioners specializing in dementia, a geriatric psychiatrist, clinical pharmacists, social workers, a chaplain, and administrative assistants. Patients and caregivers can self-refer through our website, by phone at 208302-5400, or via referral from their primary care providers.
We welcome individuals at any stage of their journey with memory loss, offering support for prevention, early detection, and treatment, including for those with advanced dementia. For those in the early stages, our Brain Health Program focuses on optimizing cognitive function through lifestyle medicine. This program targets 12 modifiable risk factors for dementia,
which account for around 40% of cases, including hypertension, obesity, hearing loss, traumatic brain injury, low educational attainment, excessive alcohol consumption, smoking, depression, physical inactivity, social isolation, diabetes, and air pollution.
Our team helps patients identify their strengths and risk factors, setting SMART goals to significantly reduce dementia risk and improve brain health. We provide resources and regular follow-ups to support patients in their brain health journey. All patients receive a comprehensive evaluation from our dementia experts, with additional team members involved as needed.
Even for those with a wellestablished diagnosis, our team can assist by explaining disease progression, connecting patients and caregivers to resources, optimizing health, supporting emotional and spiritual needs, and planning for the future.
Editor’s Note: This article was submitted by Dr. Kara Kuntz, Medical Director for the Saint Alphonsus Memory Center, who can be reached at 208-302-5400.
Transforming Memory Care for a Better Life
At the Saint Alphonsus Memory Center, we provide thorough assessments, advanced treatments, and personalized plans to address memory loss, helping our community achieve and maintain optimal brain function through a compassionate, collaborative approach.
Kara Kuntz, MD Geriatrics
Jeremy Crowfoot, PharmD Pharmacy
Zachary Weiss, MD Geriatrics
Brigette McCoy, NP Geriatrics
Douglas Reis, PharmD Pharmacy
Brittany Guthrie, PA-C Neurology
James McGregor, MD Geriatrics
Katy Horrocks, LSW Social Work
Mary River, MD Neurology
Todd Palmer, MD Geriatrics
Kathleen Little, LSW, M.ED Social Work
Abhilash Desai, MD Psychiatry
Sherri Siegel, NP Geriatrics
Marissa Click M. Div, BCC Chaplaincy
ADULT DAY CARE PROGRAMS
Adult day programs are for elders who need a place to stay during daytime hours because they have difficulty functioning alone (i.e. dementia or physical limitations). The programs offer purpose and stimulation. Most facilities place participants into groups with specific limitations. Many Assisted Living Communities offer day care as well. See pages 160-175 for more information.
AGING SERVICES – STATE OF IDAHO
El Ada Community Action Agency 2250 S Vista Ave, Boise 83705 208-345-2820
Eldercare Locator Nationwide (Locates any Area Agency on Aging) 800-677-1116
Elderly Opportunity Agency 134 N Washington Ave, Emmett 83617 208-365-4461
Idaho Commission on Aging 6305 W Overland Rd, Ste 110, Boise 83709 208-334-3833
Idaho’s Aging & Disability Resource Center (ADRC) – 211 Line 211
JAVA Center for the Study of Aging 1910 University Dr, Boise 83725 208-426-2452
Metro Community Service Promoting Independence 4307 Skyway St, Caldwell 83605 208-459-0063
Southwest Idaho Area Agency on Aging (ad on page 13)
– Area 3 Senior Service Agency 1505 S Eagle Rd, Ste 120, Meridian 83642 208-898-7060
AQUATIC CLASSES AND THERAPY
Please call 208-922-6317 or e-mail
Heather@SeniorsBlueBook.com to include your Aquatic Classes and Therapy listing BOISE
Axiom Fitness Fairview 7316 W Fairview Ave, Boise 83704 208-955-1112
Axiom Parkcenter 801 E Parkcenter Blvd, Boise 83706 208-955-1113
Boise State Recreation Aquatic Complex 1515 University Dr, Boise 83706 208-426-1131
City of Boise
– Borah Pool 801 S Aurora Dr, Boise 83704 208-608-7675
– Fairmont Pool 7929 W Northview St, Boise 83704 208-608-7675
– Ivywild Pool 2250 S Leadville Ave, Boise 83706 208-608-7675
– Lowell Pool 1601 N 28th St, Boise 83703 208-608-7675
What Would a World Without Ageism Look Like: Ageism in Healthcare & Social Services
Ageism is a complex issue, integral to the diversity discussion alongside race and gender, and yet it is often overlooked.
In spite of my twenty years in healthcare, joining a local non-profit focused on aging revealed new perspectives on ageism and allowed me to reflect on my own biases. Healthcare and social service providers, even with good intentions, may inadvertently express ageist attitudes. Our words and actions matter, as ageism can negatively impact the health and well-being of older adults, potentially even shortening their lives.
without options. Remember, your age isn’t the sole factor in your health. Ask for clarification, explore alternatives, and discuss your health goals and daily activity needs with your provider.
Have You Been Talked to with “Elderspeak?”
Many older adults experience “elderspeak,” where people address them like children, use simple language, or call them pet names like “sweetie.” Advocate for yourself by requesting to be addressed by your name and asking for detailed explanations. While often wellintentioned, elderspeak can make older adults feel inferior or incapable. Together, we can change the narrative
Our words and actions matter, as ageism can negatively impact the health and well-being of older adults, potentially even shortening their lives.
As an Older Adult Ask Yourself?
Have You Felt Invisible? Many older adults feel invisible when providers address family members instead of them. As the patient, ask the provider to speak directly to you and involve others only if needed. Providers should always address the patient first unless otherwise instructed.
Have You Heard Statements Such As “Because of Your Age? When providers use the phrase, “because of your age,” it can make older adults feel disempowered and
and end ageism. This will happen when healthcare and social services providers recognize their biases and receive additional training in ageism. It is equally important for older adults to recognize ageism when it is occurring and advocate for themselves. To learn more about the subject of ageism visit Next50Foundation.org and changingthenarrativeco.org
Editor’s Note: This article was submitted by Honey S. Goodman, LSW, Aging Strong Program Director powered by Jannus and may be reached at 208-947-4282 or by email at hgoodman@jannus.org
AQUATIC CLASSES AND THERAPY
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– Natatorium Pool 1811 E Warm Springs Ave, Boise 83712 208-608-7675
– South Pool 921 S Shoshone St, Boise 83705 208-608-7675
Downtown Family YMCA
1050 W State St, Boise 83702 208-344-5501
Crunch Fitness
– 2999 N Lakeharbor Ln, Boise 83703 208-853-4224
– 1435 S Maple Grove Rd, Boise 83709 208-376-6558
Saint Alphonsus
Rehabilitation Services (STARS) (ad on pages 1, 11, 83, Back Cover)
– 717 N Liberty St, Boise 83704 208-367-8989
– 1050 W State St, Boise 83702 208-424-8175
St. Luke’s / Elks Hearing and Balance Center (ad on Inside Front Cover, 135, 143)
Legacy Corps - Support for Caregivers (ad on page 15, 99)
Aging Strong Program (Honey Goodman-Director)
208-947-4282
Memory Café - Aging Strong Program (ad on page 15, 99)
(Alzheimer’s support group for loved ones and caregivers - Honey Goodman-Director) 208-947-4282
Powerful Tools for Caregivers
Aging Strong Program
(ad on page 15, 99)
(Honey Goodman-Director) 208-947-4282
CARE MANAGEMENT
Care Management agencies provide assistance and guidance in coordinating long term care, in-home care, or other services based on needs assessment and an individualized care plan. Some agencies also provide assistance with home safety, financial planning and legal documents.
LOCAL
Ahrens DeAngeli Law Group (ad on pages 29, 52)
208-639-7799
– 420 W Main St, Ste 305, Boise 83702
– 3587 E Overland Rd, Meridian 83642
Catholic Charities of Idaho
– 7201 W Franklin Rd, Boise 83719 208-345-6031
– 214 E Center St, Ste 20, Pocatello 83201 208-881-0740
– Continuing Education Dept 1910 University Dr, Boise 83725 208-426-1000
– Division of Extended Studies 220 E Parkcenter Blvd, Boise 83725 208-426-1709
College of Idaho 2112 Cleveland Blvd, Caldwell 83605 208-459-5011
College of Western Idaho 5500 E Opportunity Dr, Nampa 83687 208-562-3000
L.E.A.R.N
Lifelong Education Aging and Resource Network (learnidaho.org)
Lifetime & Leisure Through Boise City Parks & Recreation 208-608-7578
Northwest Nazarene University 623 University Blvd, Nampa 83686 208-467-8011
Road Scholar 800-454-5768
University of Idaho – Boise 322 E Front St, Boise 83702 208-334-2999
The Good (for you) Fight
A healthy smile is more than a way to dazzle those you flash it at; in fact, your oral health affects your overall health. Your mouth plays a crucial role for everything you do, so it’s important to keep your oral health in tip top shape. But sometimes that can be difficult.
Brushing and flossing are necessary because they’re the first line of defense that you manage at home. If you have difficulty gripping your toothbrush though, don’t give up! Try a larger handle for your toothbrush by adding a flexible bicycle handlebar grip or cut a slot in a tennis ball to fit the handle of your toothbrush into. The key is to brush regularly, at least twice a day for two minutes each time. And don’t forget to floss!
Likewise, diseases of the mouth— mostly gum disease—may be linked to pneumonia, diabetes, heart disease, and stroke, among others. A dentist can tell a lot about your overall health by how your mouth looks. That’s why it’s important to continue to visit your dentist at least twice per year. If you need help getting dental care, Delta Dental of Idaho has a dental benefits program called GrinWell for You, for
Retirement might mean taking a break from your job, but your teeth never get a rest from theirs.
Some medications can lead to dry mouth, a condition that puts you at risk for cavities due to the lack of saliva necessary to wash away food and bacteria. To fight dry mouth, drink lots of water throughout the day and avoid alcoholic, caffeinated, and sugary drinks. Chew sugarless gum or mints to increase saliva flow. If this doesn’t help, talk to your dentist or physician about saliva substitutes. Health conditions, such as diabetes and vitamin imbalances, among others, show symptoms in the mouth.
income-qualifying seniors. Call 1-866894-3563 or visit deltadentalid.com/ grinwell to learn more.
As we age our oral health is as important as ever.
Retirement might mean taking a break from your job, but your teeth never get a rest from theirs.
See your dentist at least twice each year and protect your smile and yourself with good oral health.
Editor’s Note: This article was submitted by Heather A. Brown RDH, MPH. Heather is the director of oral health and community outreach at Delta Dental of Idaho.
Delta Dental of Idaho believes everyone deserves a healthy smile, which is why we created the free GrinWell for You program for limited-income Idahoans ages 60 and above. There are no hidden fees, no deductibles, and no co-pays. We simply want you to have the best oral health possible.
COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENTS
Central District Health
– Boise
707 N Armstrong Pl, Boise 83704 208-375-5211
– Mountain Home
520 E 8th St N, Mountain Home 83647 208-587-4407
Southwest District Health 13307 Miami Ln, Caldwell 8`3607 208-455-5300
DENTAL BENEFITS
Delta Dental (GrinWell for You –Free Dental Benefit) (ad on page 25) 208-489-3549
DENTAL RESOURCES
Carrington College
Dental Hygiene Program 1122 N Liberty St, Boise 83704 208-947-6821
Delta Dental (GrinWell for You –Free Dental Benefit) (ad on page 25) 208-489-3549
Dental Benefit Program – Boise (No Cost)
Use Group ID# SBB01 www.dentalbenefitprogram.com 888-397-6453
Garden City Community Dental Clinic – Genesis World Mission 215 W 35th St, Garden City 83714 208-384-5200
– Boise (In-patient) 1055 N Curtis Rd, Boise 83706
– Caldwell
1906 Fairview, Ste 430, Caldwell 83605
208-302-0600
– Meridian
3250 W Cherry Ln, Meridian 83642
208-302-0600
– Nampa
1510 12th Avenue Rd, Ste 200, Nampa 83686
208-302-0600
– Ontario
351 SW 9th, Ontario, OR 97914 541-881-7196
St. Luke’s Humphrey’s Diabetes Center
(ad on Inside Front Cover, 135, 143)
– 1226 W River St, Boise 83702
208-331-1155
– 520 S Eagle Rd, Ste 1229, Meridian 83642
208-884-4220
– 9850 W St. Luke’s Dr, Ste 327 Nampa 83687
208-331-1155
DIALYSIS SERVICES
BOISE
DaVita Table Rock Dialysis Ctr 5610 W Gage St, Ste B, Boise 83706 208-658-8111
CALDWELL
DaVita Caldwell at Home 821 Smeed Pkwy, Caldwell 83605 866-544-6741 x1836
Liberty Dialysis of Caldwell 4620 Enterprise Way, Ste 101 Caldwell 83605 208-454-1101
MERIDIAN
DaVita Treasure Valley Dialysis Ctr 3525 E Louise St, Ste 155, Meridian 83642 855-DAVITA-3
Liberty Dialysis of Meridian 3525 E Louise Dr, Ste 100, Meridian 83642 208-846-9815
DRIVER’S LICENSE OFFICES & TRAINING
AARP Senior Driver Ed & Classes 208-855-4038
Beyond Driving With Dignity 208-286-1190
Driver’s License Offices
– Ada County 208-577-3100 400 N Benjamin Ln, Ste 101, Boise 83704
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Getting Help Paying for Long Term Care
Last month a woman came into our office and told us that her husband, who was paying thousands of dollars a month for long term care, had been denied for Medicaid because the couple’s life savings (that they held in an annuity) was too much and they would have to cash the annuity out and spend most of the money before Medicaid would help, leaving little for the wife to live on.
We explained that was not necessarily true, and we contacted the annuity company to make some important changes to the annuity. Her husband was approved for Medicaid within a few weeks, even the couple still had the same amount of savings.
Many families find it difficult or impossible to pay the high monthly cost of long term care. It can be especially difficult when one spouse needs long term care but the couple is hesitant to spend all the life savings on that spouse’s care when the healthier spouse may have many years of life left. However, it is possible to get help paying for care without becoming impoverished; but it is crucial to know how to qualify and use that help to your advantage.
For veterans and their spouses there is a program often called Aid and Attendance that helps veterans, and their spouses pay for long term care.
Currently, a married veteran paying for nursing home care may qualify for up to $2,642.83 per month from the VA to help pay for that care. To qualify, in most situations a veteran needs to have served only 90 days of active duty, one day of which was during a period of war and cannot have had a dishonorable discharge. A veteran does not need to have a service-connected disability to qualify.
There are rules about assets and income to qualify for a VA Aid and Attendance pension. Often, veterans are told they don’t qualify when they make an initial inquiry to the VA. However, before giving up, it is important that a family consult a VA accredited elder law attorney to check whether there is anything the veteran can do to change the financial situation and become el-
igible for the pension. A good advisor may be able to help the family make changes to become eligible.
Medicaid also has a program to help seniors pay for long term care. Like the VA pension above, Medicaid has strict rules about assets and income. However, Medicaid also has rules that can be used to the advantage of the person needing long term care. Even if you have think your loved one does not qualify for any help, you must consult with an elder law attorney to see if anything can be done to help your loved one before they become impoverished. In the story above, we used the Medicaid rules to help the woman’s husband qualify before the money was gone.
There are many myths and misconceptions about long term care and how to pay for it. There are resources available to help pay for care, but you must plan appropriately to make sure that you can get the help you need. However, even if you haven’t planned ahead, don’t give up just because a friend or even a professional tells you cannot get any help. People often get bad advice in this area; find an elder law attorney near you that can help you protect yourself and your loved ones. ~
Editor’s Note: This article was submitted by David J. Wilson, J.D., L.L.M., CELA, Board Certified Elder Law Attorney, VA Accredited and Joshua C. P. Reams, B.A., J.D., NAELA, Elder Law Attorney, VA Accredited. See ad below.
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DRIVER’S LICENSES OFFICES & TRAINING continued from page 27
– Boise County 208-392-6059
3851 Hwy 21, Idaho City 83631
– Canyon County 208-454-7487
6107 Graye Ln, Caldwell 83607
– Elmore County 208-587-1888
125 S 5th E, Mountain Home 83647
– Gem County 208-365-3524
412 E 1st St, Emmett 83617
– Payette County 208-642-6013
205 N 12th St, Payette 83661
ELDER ABUSE PREVENTION
NATIONAL
Adult Protective Services
855-500-3537 (ELDR)
Elder Care Locator 800-677-1116
National Center for Elder Abuse 855-500-3537 (ELDR)
National Domestic Violence Hotline
800-799-7233
Ombudsman for the Institutionalized Elderly 877-582-6995
LOCAL
Area 3 Senior Service Agency
1505 S Eagle Rd, Ste 120, Meridian 83642 208-898-7060
FACES Family Justice Center
417 S 6th St, Boise 83702 208-577-4400
Idaho Commission on Aging 6305 W Overland Rd, Boise 83702 208-334-3833
Idaho Council on Domestic Violence PO Box 83720, Boise 83720 208-332-1540
Nampa Family Justice Center – Domestic Violence / Abuse Later in Life 1305 3rd St S, Nampa 83651 208-475-5700
ELDER LAW
Ahrens DeAngeli Law Group (ad on pages 29, 52) 208-639-7799
– 420 W Main St, Ste 305, Boise 83702 – 3587 E Overland Rd, Meridian 83642
Donna Schuyler Law (ad on page 33)
750 E Warm Springs Ave, Boise 83712 208-344-1947
Idaho Estate Planning (ad on page 34) 453 S Fitness Plaza, Eagle 83616 208-939-7658 www.idahoestateplanning.com
101 Mobility (ad on page 31) 905 S. Industry Wy., Meridian, ID 83642 208-922-7209
EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBERS
Ada County Non-Emergency Dispatch
208-377-6790
Adult Protection / Idaho Commission on Aging 877-471-2777
Boise Police
333 N Mark Stall Pl, Boise 83704 208-570-6000
Canyon Cty Dispatch 208-454-7531
Domestic Violence Hotline / Idaho Council on Domestic Violence & Victim Assistance 208-332-1540
Fire / Police / Paramedics 911
Idaho State Police
700 S Stratford Dr, Meridian 83642 208-884-7200
Mental Health Center 1720 N Westgate Dr, Ste A, Boise 83704 208-334-0808
Poison Control Center 800-222-1222
Suicide Hotline 800-273-8255
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Easterseals-Goodwill Senior Employment Program (paid job training for low-income seniors) 208-454-8555
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
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Elderly Opportunity Agency
134 N Washington Av, Emmett 83617 208-365-4461
Department of Labor 4514 Thomas Jefferson St, Caldwell 83605 208-364-7781
Foster Grandparent Program
Aging Strong Program (Honey Goodman - Director) (ad on page 15, 99) 208-947-4282
Idaho Department of Labor 317 W Main St, 1st Fl, Boise 83735 208-332-3575
National Older Worker Career Ctr 703-558-4200
ENERGY RESOURCES
Circuit Breaker Program 208-356-3071
El-Ada Energy Assistance 701 E 44th St, Ste 2, Garden City 83714 208-377-0700
Idaho Power 1221 W Idaho St, Boise 83702 www.idahopower.com/ weatherizationsolutions 800-488-6151
Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) 202-401-9351
Project Share for Energy Assistance PO Box 7866, Boise 83707 208-388-2323
WICAP Energy Assistance 208-454-0675
When it comes to deciding whether a will or trust is best for you, it is important to understand your options and which one is most appropriate for your situation.
Will: A testamentary will (simply referred to as a “will”) is a legal document used to transfer an estate to beneficiaries after the death of the “testator” (the person making the will). Within the will, the testator usually names a “personal representative” (same as “executor”) for the estate. A will is revocable (it can be cancelled by the testator) or it can amended by the testator. For a will to be valid in Idaho, it must meet specific requirements under Idaho law.
Living Trusts:
A person, during his or her lifetime, may create a “living trust” whereby the settlor (the person making the trust), trustee (the person who has legal authority to manage the trust assets) and beneficiary (the person who makes use of the trust assets) are all the same person. After the settlor dies, depending on the trust instructions, the trust assets may be distributed outright, or held within the trust and distributed over time or upon the happening of a
specific event. Living Trusts may be appropriate for persons who own real property in more than one state or have a blended family where spouses have children from prior relationships.
Testamentary Trusts
A testamentary trust is created upon the death of a person as specified in his or her will and holds assets within the trust instead of outright distribution such as when minor beneficiaries reach a specified age or graduate from college, or when a beneficiary is a person with special needs or disability who receives government benefits.
A New or Updated Estate Plan
Whether a will or trust is appropriate for you depends on your circumstances. If you already have a will or trust, it should be reviewed occasionally to make sure it reflects your current wishes and needs, or if you have relocated from another state, or upon any significant change in your life such as divorce or death of a spouse or beneficiary.
Editor’s Note: This article was written by Donna Schuyler, Attorney, who practices in the areas of estate planning, elder law, guardianship and probate. Donna Schuyler Law, PLLC; elderlawboise.com; 208-344-1947
ESTATE PLANNING
Ahrens DeAngeli Law Group
(ad on pages 29, 52)
208-639-7799
– 420 W Main St, Ste 305, Boise 83702 – 3587 E Overland Rd, Meridian 83642
Donna Schuyler Law (ad on page 33)
750 E Warm Springs Ave, Boise 83712
208-344-1947
Idaho Estate Planning (ad on page 34)
453 S Fitness Plaza, Eagle 83616
208-939-7658
www.idahoestateplanning.com
McCool Law, PLLC
1015 W Hays St, Ste 208, Boise 83702 208-963-8100
FALL PREVENTION SERVICES
Wright Physical Therapy Clinics (ad on page 66)
– 3157 E Barber Valley Dr. #120 Boise 83716
208-901-8477
– 554 N Steelhead Way Unit 162 Boise 83704 208-323-9747
– 7711 W Riverside Dr Garden City 83714 208-813-9544
– 1739 S Jade Way #110 Meridian 83642 208-207-5454
– 6253 N Fox Run Way, Meridian 83646 208-944-4300
FAMILY MEDICINE PRACTICE
Cherry Heights Family Clinic
(ad on 21, 96 INS, 103, 105)
1560 N Crestmont Dr A, Meridian 83642 208-650-4888
FAMILY PRACTICE / URGENT CARE
Outlying Locations. For all others see Physicians by Specialty Section starting on page 68.
BOISE
Full Circle Health
– 6565 W Emerald St, Boise 83704 208-514-2510
– 777 N Raymond St, Boise 83704 208-514-2500
– 325 W Idaho St, Boise 83702 208-514-2525
CALDWELL
Full Circle Health
315 E Elm St, Ste 201, Caldwell 83605 208-514-2528
FRUITLAND
Saint Alphonsus Medical
Group (ad on pages 1, 11, 83, Back Cover)
910 NW 16th St #101, Fruitland 83619 208-452-8050
St. Luke’s Family Practice
– Urgent Care
(ad on Inside Front Cover, 135, 143) 1210 NW 16th St, Fruitland 83619 208-452-8700
KUNA
Full Circle Health
708 E Wythe Creek Crt, Ste 103, Kuna 83634 208-922-5130
MERIDIAN
Full Circle Health
2275 S Eagle Rd, Ste 120, Meridian 83642 208-514-2520
NAMPA
Full Circle Health
– 215 E Hawaii Ave, Ste 140, Nampa 83686 208-514-2529
– 9850 W St. Luke’s Dr, Ste 329, Nampa 83687 208-514-2509
PAYETTE
Healthcare With Heart 823 Center Ave, Payette 83661 208-642-3396
Valley Family Healthcare 1441 NE 10th Ave, Payette 83661 208-642-9376
WEISER
Family Medical Center 360 E Liberty St, Weiser 208-549-4424
Two Rivers Medical Clinic 683 E Third St, Weiser 83672 208-549-0211
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
NATIONAL & LOCAL
AARP Tax Aide
208-855-4038
Ada County Indigent Svcs
252 E Front St, Ste 199, Boise 83702 208-287-7960
Canyon City Indigent Fund
1115 Albany St, Caldwell 83605 208-454-7419
Debt Reduction Services
6213 N Cloverdale Rd, Ste 100, Boise 83713 208-378-0200
Delta Dental (GrinWell for You –Free Dental Benefit) (ad on page x)
208-489-3549
Dept of Health & Welfare
1720 N Westgate Dr, Boise 83704 208-334-6700
Idaho Division of Finance –Senior Investor Resource Center 11341 W Chinden Blvd, Ste A300, Boise 83714 208-332-8000
Investor Protection Trust
www.investorprotection.org 202-775-2113
Money Management International 866-616-3716 / 877-422-9040
North American Securities Administration Association
www.nasaa.org 202-737-0900
Western Union – Fraud Protection 800-448-1492
FITNESS & WELLNESS PROGRAMS
Boise Tennis Coalition 208-384-5539
Boise’s Happy Hoofers 208-608-7580
Downtown Family YMCA 1050 W State St, Boise 83702 208-344-5501
Fort Boise Through Boise Parks & Recreation
700 Robins Rd, Boise 83702 208-608-7680
Fit and Fall Proof Programs
– (Central District Health) 707 N Armstrong Pl, Boise 83704 208-327-8591
– (SouthWest District Health) 126 N Plymouth Ave, New Plymouth 83655 208-278-5320
Idaho IceWorld Through Boise Parks & Recreation 7072 S Eisenman Rd, Boise 83716 208-608-7716
Idaho Senior Games (ad on page 37) www.idahoseniorgames.org
West Family YMCA 5959 N Discovery Pl, Boise 83713 208-377-9622
IDAHO SENIOR GAMES
August 7 - September 15, 2024 For Athletes 50+
REGISTRATION: June 1 - August 7 Tim Severa, State Director *Qualifying year for 2025 National Senior Games In Des Moines, IA
FOOD
RESOURCES
SNAP – Supplemental Nutrition
Assistance Program
877-456-1233
BOISE
Agape in Action Food Pantry
1001 S Orchard, Boise 83705 208-685-0612
Calvary Chapel of Boise 123 S Auto Dr, Boise 83709 208-321-7440
City Hope Food Pantry 8401 W Fairview Ave, Boise 83704 208-376-7272
El-Ada Outreach Food Pantry
– 2250 S Vista Ave, Boise 83705 208-345-2820
– 701 E 44th St, Ste 2, Garden City 83714 208-377-0700
Idaho Food Bank
3630 E Commercial Ct, Meridian 83642 208-336-9643
First Bible Missionary Church (by appointment only)
375 N Roosevelt St, Boise 83706 208-287-8292
First Presbyterian Church
Friendship Food Pantry 950 W State, Boise 83702 208-345-3441
Idaho Dept of Health & Welfare Food Assistance
1720 Westgate Dr, Boise 83704 877-456-1233
Metro Meals on Wheels 4900 N Rosepoint Wy, Ste B, Boise 83713 208-321-0031
Redeemer Lutheran Church 2920 Cassia, Boise 83705 208-344-6758
Salvation Army Food Services 9492 W Emerald St, Boise 83704 208-343-5429
Simple Bites, Pre-made Meals & Catering (ad on page 53) 143 NW 13th Pl, Ste 120, Meridian 83642 208-893-5556
St. Vincent de Paul Council Overland Center 3209 W Overland Rd, Boise 83705 208-333-1460
St. Johns Cathedral Food Bank 775 N 8th St, Boise 83702 208-342-3511
St. Mark’s Food Bank 7960 W Northview St, Boise 83704 208-375-6651
St. Mary’s Food Bank 3890 W State St, Boise 83703 208-345-2734
True Hope Church Food Bank 607 N 13th St, Boise, 83702 208-344-7809
Whitney United Methodist Church Food Bank 3315 W Overland Rd, Boise 83705 208-343-2892 x2
Women Infants & Children (WIC) 707 N Armstrong Pl, Boise 83704 208-327-7488
CALDWELL
Meals on Wheels Caldwell
1009 Everett St, Caldwell 83605 208-454-8142
Metro Community Services
4307 Skyway St, Caldwell 83605 208-459-0063
Oasis Worship Food Center 506 W Simplot Blvd, Caldwell 83605 208-459-6000
EAGLE
Eagle Food Bank
149 W State St, Ste 121, Eagle 83616 208-631-0702
GARDEN CITY
El-Ada Garden City
701 E 44th St, Garden City 83672 208-377-0700
Vineyard Christian Fellowship 4950 E Bradley St, Garden City 83714 208-377-1477
MERIDIAN
Holy Apostles SVPD Food Pantry
6300 N Meridian Rd, Meridian 83642 208-888-1182
Meridian Food Bank 133 Broadway Ave, Meridian 83642 208-888-5102
NAMPA
Lighthouse Rescue Mission of Canyon County
304 16th Ave N, Nampa 83687 208-461-5030
Saint Alphonsus Meals on Wheels 4300 E Flamingo Ave, Nampa 83687 208-205-0292
NATIONAL
Meals on Wheels America 888-998-6325
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) 800-221-5689
FOOT CARE SPECIALISTS
Saint Alphonsus Coughlin Foot & Ankle Clinic (ad on pages 1, 11, 83, Back Cover) 1075 N Curtis Rd, Ste 300, Boise 83706 208-302-3100
FUNERAL HOMES
BOISE
Aclesa Cremation – Boise Funeral Home 8209 W Fairview Ave, Boise 83704 208-322-2998
Alden-Waggoner Funeral Chapel 5400 W Fairview Ave, Boise 83706 208-376-5400
Bella Vida Funeral Home 9661 W Chinden Blvd, Boise 83714 208-321-9661
Bowman Funeral Parlor 10254 W Carlton Bay, Garden City 83714 208-853-3131
Cloverdale Funeral Home & Crematory 1200 N Cloverdale Rd, Boise 83713 208-375-2212
Cremation Society of Idaho 5541 Overland Rd, Boise 83705 208-322-3590
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Dry Creek Cemetery
9600 W Hill Rd, Boise 83714 208-853-1940
Funeral Consumer’s Alliance of Idaho
PO Box 1919, Boise 83701 208-426-0032
Neptune Cremation Services
7940 W Rifleman, Ste 110, Boise 83704 208-957-5778
Dept of Environmental Quality 1410 N Hilton, Boise 83706 208-373-0502
Elmore County Administration
150 S 4th E, Mountain Home 83647 208-587-2130
Garden City Offices
6015 N Glenwood St, Garden City 83714 208-472-2900
Idaho Commission for Libraries Talking Book Service (TBS)
(ad on pages 51)
325 W State St, Boise 83702 208-334-2150 / 800-458-3271
Idaho Dept of Water Resources
322 E Front St, Boise 83702 208-287-4800
Idaho Industrial Commission PO Box 83720, Boise 83720 208-334-6000
Meridian City Offices
33 E Broadway Ave, Meridian 83642 208-888-4433
Neighborhood Watch 208-577-3851
Noxious Weeds & Animals 208-334-2283
Nuclear Care Partners
354 W Sunnyside Rd, Ste C, Idaho Falls 83402 208-881-9022
Office of the Mayor – Boise 150 N Capitol Blvd, Boise 83701 208-972-8520
Public Safety NON Emergency 208-377-6790
Road Conditions State Wide 888-432-7623
Street Light Issues 208-608-7150
United Water
8248 W Victory Rd, Boise 83709 208-362-7304
Vehicle Licensing 8655 W Franklin Rd, Boise 83709 208-577-3135
West Ada School District
1303 E Central Dr, Meridian 83642 208-855-4500
Wood Burning Ban Hotline 208-373-0313
GUARDIANSHIP
Ada County Board of Community Guardians
252 E Front St, Ste 199, Boise 83702 208-287-7978
Aging Life Care Association 520-881-8008
Ahrens DeAngeli Law Group
(ad on pages 29, 52) 208-639-7799
– 420 W Main St, Ste 305, Boise 83702 – 3587 E Overland Rd, Meridian 83642
HANDYMAN SERVICES
TruBlue Home Service Ally (ad on page 44)
208-800-8441 lbancroft@trublueally.com
HEARING AIDS
House of Hearing Audiology
Clinics (ad on page 45)
(Boise location) 5513 N Glenwood St, Garden City, ID 83714 208-213-8006
(Meridian location) 2300 W Everest Ln Ste 150, Meridian, ID 83646 208-793-6004
HEARING RESOURCES
NATIONAL
Hearing Helpline –Better Hearing Institute 202-975-0905
National Hearing Aid Project 816-333-8300
ScheduleOnline
Hearing Evaluations
Hearing Aid Selection
Hearing Aid Fittings
Tinnitus Management
Hearing Aid Repairs
Cerumen Removal
GARDEN CITY, 5513 N GLENWOOD, SUITE B: 208-375-6600
MERIDIAN 2300 W. EVEREST LANE, SUITE 150: 208-609-5067
National Institute on Deafness
800-241-1044
LOCAL
House of Hearing Audiology
Clinics (ad on page 45)
– (Boise location) 5513 N Glenwood St, Garden City 83714
208-213-8006
– (Meridian location) 2300 W Everest Ln STE 150, Meridian 83646 208-793-6004
Idaho Commission for Libraries Talking Book Services (ad on pages 51) 208-334-2150
Idaho State Council for the Deaf 208-334-0879
St. Luke’s / Elks Hearing and Balance Center
(ad on Inside Front Cover, 135, 143) – 510 N 2nd St, Ste 201, Boise 83702
208-385-3440
– 3101 E State St, Ste 2108, Eagle 83616
208-385-3480
– 520 S Eagle Rd, Ste 1225, Meridian 83642
208-385-3560
– 172 2nd St S, Nampa 83651
208-385-3620
HOME HEALTH AGENCIES
Home Health Agencies provide individuals recovering from an illness, injury, or hospitalization with care at home. The goal is to help patients to improve and return to an optimal level of living. Please refer to our Home Health Agency comparison grid starting on page 132 for a complete list of home health providers.
HOME IMPROVEMENTS & SAFETY MODIFICATIONS
101 Mobility (ad on page 31) 905 S Industry Wy, Meridian 83642 208-922-7209
Mobility Plus (ad on page 60) 339 N Milwaukee St, Boise 83704 208-617-5200
TruBlue Home Service Ally (ad on page 44) 208-800-8441 lbancroft@trublueally.com
HOME MAINTENANCE & HANDYMAN SERVICES
Community Service Promoting
Independence 4307 Skyway St, Caldwell 83605
208-459-0063
El-Ada Weatherization
701 E 44th St, Ste 1, Garden City 83714
208-377-0700
Idaho Power
Weatherization Program
www.idahopower.com 800-488-6151
Mobility Plus
(ad on page 60)
339 N Milwaukee St, Boise 83704
208-617-5200
TruBlue Home Service Ally
(ad on page 44)
208-800-8441
lbancroft@trublueally.com
HOME MEDICAL EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES
Adapt Health
143 N State St, Ste 5, Rigby 83442
208-327-8888
Apria Healthcare 11880 W President Dr, Ste E, Boise 83713
208-322-2372
Brownfield’s Prosthetics
– 1912 E Franklin Rd, Meridian 83642 208-342-4659
– 847 N Parkcentre Way, Ste 1, Nampa 83651 208-342-4659
Hands of Hope Northwest 1201 S Powerline Rd, Nampa 83686 208-461-1473
Mobility Plus (ad on page 60)
339 N Milwaukee St, Boise 83704 208-617-5200
St. Luke’s Humphrey’s Diabetes Center
(ad on Inside Front Cover, 135, 143)
– 1226 W River St, Boise 83702 208-331-1155
– 520 S Eagle Rd, Ste 1229, Meridian 83642 208-884-4220
– 9850 W St. Luke’s Dr, Ste 327, Nampa 83687 208-331-1155
1200 E Watertower St, Ste 101, Meridian 83642 208-323-6050
Living Independence Network Corporation (LINC)
– 703 S Kimball Ave, Caldwell 83605 208-454-5511
– 1878 W Overland Rd, Boise 83705 208-336-3335
Norco Medical – 400 W Main St, Boise 83702 208-344-0299
– 1303 S Silverstone Way, Meridian 83642 208-898-0202
ProCare Therapy Services
573 S Locust Grove Rd, Meridian 83642 208-322-5055
Valley Home Medical
2065 E Fairview Ave, Meridian 83642 208-955-7491
HOSPICE
Hospice provides individuals facing terminal illness with care at home or in a healthcare facility. The goal is to assist patients to live in the last stage in their lives with dignity. The focus is on comfort rather than treatment. Please refer to our Hospice comparison grid starting on page 139 for a complete list of hospice providers.
HOSPITALS
BAKER CITY
Saint Alphonsus Medical Center (ad on pages 1, 11, 83, Back Cover)
3325 Pocahontas Rd, Baker City, OR 97814
541-523-6461
BOISE
Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center
(ad on pages 1, 11, 83, Back Cover) 1055 N Curtis Rd, Boise 83706
208-367-2121
St. Luke’s Regional Medical Center
(ad on Inside Front Cover, 135, 143) 190 E Bannock St, Boise 83712 208-381-2222
St. Luke’s / Elks Hearing and Balance Center
(ad on Inside Front Cover, 135, 143)
510 N 2nd St, Ste 201, Boise 83702 208-489-4444
Treasure Valley Hospital
8800 W Emerald St, Boise 83704 208-373-5000
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
500 Fort St, Boise 83702 208-422-1000
CALDWELL
West Valley Medical Center 1717 Arlington Ave, Caldwell 83605 208-459-4641
EMMETT
Valor Health 1202 E Locust St, Emmett 83617 208-365-3561
MERIDIAN
St. Luke’s Meridian Medical Center
(ad on Inside Front Cover, 135, 143)
520 S Eagle Rd, Meridian 83642 208-706-5000
MOUNTAIN HOME
St. Luke’s Elmore
(ad on Inside Front Cover, 135, 143) 895 N 6th E, Mountain Home 83647 208-587-8401
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HOSPITALS continued from page 47
NAMPA
Saint Alphonsus Medical Center – I84 & Garrity
(ad on pages 1, 11, 83, Back Cover)
4300 E Flamingo Ave, Nampa 83687 208-205-1000
St. Luke’s Nampa
(ad on Inside Front Cover, 135, 143) 9850 W St. Luke’s Dr, Nampa 63687 208-505-2000
ONTARIO
Saint Alphonsus Medical Center
(ad on pages 1, 11, 83, Back Cover) 351 SW 9th St, Ontario, OR 97914 541-881-7000
WEISER
Weiser Memorial Hospital
645 E 5th St, Weiser 83672 208-549-0370
HOSPITALS – LONG TERM ACUTE CARE
Vibra Hospital of Boise
6651 W Franklin Rd, Boise 83709 208-489-9500
HOUSE CALLS
Cherry Heights at Home
(ad on page 96 insert)
208-650-4888
Keystone Hospice 208-996-8181
Treasure Valley House Calls 208-577-8672
HOUSECLEANING
Dream Clean (Additional 20% off for Seniors)
(ad on page 48) 208-562-9012 hello@dreamcleanidaho.com
HOUSING PLACEMENT & RESOURCES
Boise Care Connections
(ad on page 49) 208-917-3776
Grannie on the Move
(ad on 64 Insert) 3587 E Overland Rd, Meridian 83642 208-820-4200
Legacy Navigation (Medicaid Placement Only) (ad on pages 57, 94) 208-204-6004 www.legacynavigate.com
HOUSING RESOURCES
For a complete list of subsidized housing resources, see pages 149-151.
Encompass Lending Group (ad on page 87) 208-794-2830
paul.anderson@encompasslending.com
LIBRARIES
BOISE
Ada Community Library 5868 W Hidden Springs, Boise 83714 208-362-0181
– Hidden Springs 5868 W Hidden Springs Dr, Garden City 83714 208-229-2665
– Lake Hazel 10489 Lake Hazel Rd, Boise 83709 208-297-6700
Boise Public Library
– Main Branch 715 S Capitol Blvd, Boise 83702 208-972-8200
– Library at Bown Crossing 2153 E Riverwalk Dr, Boise 83706 208-972-8360
– Library at Cole & Ustick 7557 W Ustick Rd, Boise 83704 208-972-8300
– Main Library at Collister 74724 W State St, Boise 83703 208-972-8320
– Hillcrest
5246 Overland Rd, Boise 83705 208-972-8340
Idaho Commission for Libraries Talking Book
Services (ad on pages 51)
325 W State St, Boise 83702 800-458-3271
Providing free matter for the Blind or Handicapped to never stop reading!
CALDWELL
Caldwell Public Library 1010 Dearborn St, Caldwell 83605 208-459-3242
EAGLE
Eagle Public Library
100 N Stierman Way, Eagle 83616 208-939-6814
idahotalkingbooks.org
free, convenient free, convenient free, convenient audiobook audiobook audiobook library service library service for Idahoans for Idahoans unable to read unable to read unable standard print standard print standard print
GARDEN CITY
Garden City Library 6015 Glenwood, Garden City 83714 208-472-2942
KUNA
Kuna Public Library 457 N Locust, Kuna 83634 208-922-1025
MERIDIAN
Meridian Library District
– Cherry Lane Library 1326 W Cherry Ln, Meridian 83642 208-888-4451
– Silverstone Library 3531 E Overland Rd, Meridian 83642 208-888-4451
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MIDDLETON
Middleton Public Library
307 E Cornell St, Middleton 83644 208-585-3931
MOUNTAIN HOME
Mountain Home Public Library 790 N 10th E, Mountain Home 83647 208-587-4716
NAMPA
Nampa Public Library 215 12th Ave S, Nampa 83651 208-468-5800
STAR
Star Library 10706 W State St, Ste D, Star 83669 208-286-9755
LONG-TERM CARE INSURANCE Ahrens DeAngeli Law Group (ad on pages 29, 52) 208-639-7799
Idaho Estate Planning (ad on page 34) 453 S Fitness Plaza, Eagle 83616 208-939-7658 www.idahoestateplanning.com
MEAL SERVICES
Simple Bites Pre-made Meals & Catering (ad on page 53) 143 NW 13th Pl, Ste 120, Meridian 83642 208-893-5556
Medicare 2024 “In A Nutshell” (Parts
A, B & Medigap Plans)
Original Medicare is a government health insurance program primarily for people age 65 and older. It has four main parts: A, B, C & D. The chart below is an example of how Parts A & B work together with a traditional Medicare supplement also known as a “Medigap Plan.”
Medicare Part A Hospital Insurance
Generally no cost (If you paid Medicare taxes while working)
$1,632 deductible (per benefit period)
It is possible to pay the $1632 deductible and other daily charges for multiple stays & extended care.
Plan covers: Inpatient hospital care, home health care services, hospice, inpatient skilled nursing & more.
Providers are paid by Medicare assignment.
No coverage outside USA.
No out-of-pocket maximum.
Many people add a Medigap plan, Part D or an Advantage Plan (Part C) to fill the “gaps” in the coverage.
Medicare Part B Medical Insurance
Most people pay monthly $174.70 (Premium could be higher based on income)
$240 annual deductible. (this can increase each year)
80/20 after deductible.
Plan covers: health care providers, ambulance, emergency care, outpatient surgical, wellness & other Medicare approved benefits
Most doctors accept Medicare.
No coverage outside the USA.
No out-of-pocket maximum.
Many people add a Medigap plan, Part D or an Advantage Plan (Part C) to fill the “gaps” in the coverage.
A & B are designed for people over age 65 and those with certain disabilities
Supplemental Policy Plans A - F Medigap
Premium varies by company, age, location & other factors.
Guarantee Issue at initial enrollment (Other special enrollment periods may be avalable)
These plans generally pay the 20% not covered by Part B & other Medicare eligible benefits
When this coordinates with Medicare, many benefits are 100% covered
Can provide benefits outside USA
Plans are available through insurance companies.
Important to add Part D plan to cover prescription drugs & avoid penalties.
Must have Part A & B to enroll.
There is NO additional cost to use the services of a full time insurance professional. Please call us or a broker in your local area for additional assistance.
Medicare 2024 “In A Nutshell” Med Advantage (Part C) with RX
(Part D)
Medicare Advantage plans are governed by Medicare. They are only offered through insurance companies that have an annual contract with Medicare. They are NOT the same as Medigap policies. They must cover all Medicare approved services. Most Advantage plans include Part D prescription drug coverage.
Advantage Plans
Part C
INSTEAD of a Medigap Plan (A-F)
Premium varies by company and coverage. (Same premium for all ages).
Part B premium $174.70 is still paid (Premium can be higher depending on income)
There are many plan types available: PPO, HMO, HSA, etc.
Plans have co-pays and / or coinsurance for covered benefits & services.
Preventive care is covered.
Plans have an annual out-of pocket maximum.
Plans may have additional services and discounts, including dental, vision, gym membership & more.
There is an Annual Election Period (AEP) which runs from October 15–December 7 of each year. This is the time to make changes in company or coverage.
Must have Part A & B to enroll.
Medicare Part D Drug Program
Premium varies by company and coverage. (Same premium for all ages).
Plans are generally a variation of the following:
Deductible (Phase I)
$0–$545 deductible
Initial Coverage (Phase II) co-pay coverage until the total cost of the drugs = $5,030
Coverage Gap / Doughnut Hole (Phase III)
The member now pays much more for covered drugs 25% generic / 25% brand. There is a drug manufacturer discount on certain drugs that can count toward the “True out-of-pocket” (TrOOP). You remain here until the $8,000 (TrOOP) has been met. It’s estimated you will pay about $3,300 of the $8,000.
Catastrophic Coverage (Phase IV)
$0 for covered drugs on the plan’s formulary for the rest of the calendar year
Approved formulary insulins are no more than $35 per month.
Part D can be separate with Medigap & PFFS plans. There is a penalty for late enrollment into Part D.
Annual Election Period is Oct 15–Dec 7 each year
Must have Part A or B to enroll.
For more information visit www.medicare.gov or call 1-800-MEDICARE.
This information is the opinion of the author and intended as an easy to read summary. This is not a contract. Additional limitations and exclusions may apply to services. In the event of any inconsistencies with Medicare or with a published medical insurer’s certificate, the certificate / Medicare will control. Prepared 08/2024
The 3 Most Common Challenges People Have Qualifying for Medicaid Benefits
(And How LEGACY NAVIGATION Helps You Overcome Them All)
CHALLENGE #1:
Knowing How to Fill Out the Complex
Medicaid Application
Medicaid eligibility can be incredibly complex and each waiver can differ from state to state. The consequences of being denied by Medicaid is frustrating and causes undo stress to clients and families.
Because the rules for Medicaid change frequently it’s difficult for people to know how to fill out the application properly.
Additionally, the application is timeconsuming and the review process is often lengthy. As Certified Medicaid Planners Legacy Navigation helps you:
3 Structure your financial resources
3 Prepare documentation
3 Assist in creating Miller trusts
3 Manage your asset transfers
3 Preserve your family’s resources
3 Protect your home from Medicaid recovery
3 Manage your finances to ensure a (a non-applicant spouse) has adequate income and resources to continue living independently during and after the time their partner is receiving care assistance.
CHALLENGE #2
Understanding the Latest (and Often Changing) Medicaid Rules and How They Apply to Your Specific Situation
Do you need to make more monthly income that exceeds Medicaid’s limit?
Are you wondering if you can keep your home? Do you need a vehicle? These are conversations Legacy Navigation has everyday with their Clients. Their Registered Nurse (RN) and Master Social Worker (MSW) begin the process with a free consultation to look at your whole picture. This consultation includes:
• A complete medical, financial, and psychosocial assessment.
• Setting Client and family goals.
• Assessing your likelihood of Medicaid approval.
• Dispelling the myths of Medicaid. Once a Client of Legacy Navigation, they will become your Authorized Representative to gather all the needed paperwork for submitting your formal application to Medicaid. Once submitted, they go to work communicating with Medicaid 2 to 3 times a week to ensure your application is moving foward!
CHALLENGE #3
Housing: Finding You Assisted Living or Bringing Care Giving Services to Your Home
Do you want to stay in your home but need more care?
Is it time to consider assisted living but you cannot afford it?
Legacy Navigation has relationships with agencies throughout the State to help with your Medicaid assistedliving placement, or, finding Medicaid caregivers to provide support in the home for your advanced care needs.
About Legacy Navigation Legacy Navigation are skilled pros
in “navigating” the complex world of Medicaid. With a combined 50 years of health care experience, they are your trusted advocated.Their chief aim is to bring you peace of mind and comfort during your time of need!
Legacy Navigation is recognized as experts in Medicaid applications with an approval rate of 99.9%.
Editor’s Note: This article was submitted by Brooke Baker, RN, and Jessica Young, MSW, Co-owners of Legacy Navigation who may be reached at (208) 204-6004 or on the web at www.legacynavigate.com.
MEDICAID PLANNING, APPLICATIONS AND PLACEMENT
MEDICAL COMPANION FLIGHTS
Legacy Navigation (ad on pages 57, 94)
208-204-6004 www.legacynavigate.com
MEDICAL HOUSE CALLS
Cherry Heights at Home (ad on pages 21, 96 INS 103, 105) 208-650-4888
Treasure Valley House Calls 208-939-6106
MEDICARE / MEDICAID NATIONAL
Medicare/Medicaid Fraud Hotline
800-447-8477
Medicare 800-633-4227 / 877-486-2048 TTY STATE
Ahrens DeAngeli Law Group
(ad on pages 29, 52)
208-639-7799
– 420 W Main St, Ste 305, Boise 83702
– 3587 E Overland Rd, Meridian 83642
Idaho Dept of Health & Welfare
– Region III
3402 Franklin Rd, Caldwell 83605 208-454-0421
– Region IV
1720 W Westgate Dr, Boise 83704 208-334-0940
Idaho Health & Wellness Medicaid
208-465-8444
Legacy Navigation (ad on pages 57, 94)
208-204-6004 www.legacynavigate.com
Senior Health Insurance Benefits Advisors SHIBA
700 W State St, 3rd Fl, Boise 83720 800-247-4422
MEDICARE ADVANTAGE PLANS
AARP Medicare Advantage 833-618-1475
MEDICARE FRAUD PREVENTION
Southwest Area Agency on Aging 208-898-7060 psa3@a3ssa.com
MEDICATION MANAGEMENT
Mountain Care Pharmacy (ad on page 63) 208-287-4667
MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES
Saint Alphonsus Behavioral Health (ad on pages 1, 11, 83, Back Cover) 131 N Allumbaugh, Boise 83704 208-367-3189 NATIONAL Alzheimer’s Disease Education & Referral Center 800-438-4380
American Psychological Association 800-374-2721
National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI) 800-950-6264
National Mental Health America
800-969-6642
National Suicide Prevention Hotline 800-273-TALK
Suicide Prevention 800-SUICIDE
The American Geriatrics Society –Health in Aging Foundation 212-308-1414
LOCAL
Ada County Mental Health Svcs 1720 W Westgate, Boise 83704 208-334-0808
Boise Vet Center 2424 Bank Dr, Ste 100, Boise 83705 208-342-3612
Catholic Charities of Idaho 7201 W Franklin Rd, Boise 83709 208-345-6031
Community Partnerships of Idaho 3040 N Five Mile Rd, Boise 83713 208-376-4999
Idaho Dept of Health & Welfare
Mental Health Services
– Region III
3402 Franklin Rd, Caldwell 83605 208-459-0092
– Region IV
1720 N Westgate Dr, Ste A-1, Boise 83704 208-334-0800
Idaho Suicide Prevention Hotline 208-398-4357
Intermountain Hospital
303 N Allumbaugh St, Boise 83704 800-321-5984
Jannus, Inc 1607 W Jefferson St, Boise 83702 208-336-5533
LDS Family Services 10740 W Fairview Av, Ste 100, Boise 83713 208-376-0191
Lutheran Social Services 2920 Cassia St, Boise 83705 208-509-2431
Mental Health Mobile Crisis Region IV 208-334-0808
National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI – Boise) PO Box 9492, Boise 85707 208-801-1609
Saint Alphonsus Behavioral Outpatient Counseling (ad on pages 1, 11, 83, Back Cover)
131 N Allumbaugh St, Boise 83704 208-302-0900
Tidwell Social Services 7285 Franklin Rd, Boise 83709 208-853-5095
MOBILITY EQUIPMENT
101 Mobility
(ad on page 31)
905 S Industry Wy, Meridian 83642 208-922-7209
Access Vans 2860 E Fairview Ave, Meridian 83642 208-385-7647
Hands of Hope Northwest 1201 S Powerline Rd, Nampa 83686 208-461-1473
Mobility Plus (ad on page 60) 339 N Milwaukee St, Boise 83704 208-617-5200
Norco Medical
– 400 W Main St, Boise 83702 208-344-0299
– 1303 S Silverstone Way, Meridian 83642 208-898-0202
– 1405 American Legion Blvd, Mountain Home 83647 208-587-1177
– 150 Shannon Dr, Nampa 83687 208-467-3070
Valley Medical (Medway Medical) 208-955-7491
MORTGAGES
Encompass Lending Group (ad on page 87) 208-794-2830
paul.anderson@encompasslending.com
MUSEUMS
Alive After Five
(Each Wed Grove Plaza Live Music & Art) 816 W Bannock St, Ste 310, Boise 83702 208-385-7300
Art in the Park – Boise Art Museum (Fri-Sun the weekend after Labor Day in Sept)
670 Julia Davis Dr, Boise 83702 208-345-8330
Basque Museum & Cultural Center
611 Grove St, Boise 83702 208-343-2671
Boise Art Museum
670 Julia Davis Dr, Boise 83702 208-345-8330
Boise State University Art Gallery 1110 S Capitol Blvd, Boise 83706 208-426-1230
First Thursday (Gallery Stroll First Thurs of the month) Downtown Boise, Boise 83702 208-385-7300
Idaho Anne Frank Human Rights Memorial 770 S 8th St, Boise 83702 208-608-7600
Idaho Black History Museum
508 Julia Davis Dr, Boise 83702 208-789-2164
Idaho Museum of Military History 4692 W Harvard St, Boise 83705 208-272-4841
Idaho Museum of Mining and Geology
2455 Old Penitentiary Rd, Boise 83712 208-368-9876
Idaho State Historical Museum
610 Julia Davis Dr, Boise 83702 208-334-2120
Old Idaho Penitentiary 2445 Old Penitentiary Rd, Boise 83712 208-334-2844
War Hawk Air Museum
201 Municipal Way, Nampa 83687 208-465-6446
NON-PROFIT
Angel Wings Network (Cancer Support) 208-414-9464
Wish Granters
5208 W Irving St, Ste A, Boise 83706 208-377-9029
NOTARY PUBLIC SERVICES
Doctor’s Hospice Pastor Chad Estes, Mobile Notary Public (ad on pages 101, 138, 141) 208-985-2260
Metro Community Services 4307 Skyway St, Caldwell 83605 208-459-0063
OXYGEN
Apria Healthcare
11880 W President Dr, Ste E, Boise 83713 208-322-2372
Norco Medical
– 400 W Main, Boise 83702 208-344-0299
– 1303 S Silverstone Way, Meridian 83642 208-898-0202
– 1405 American Legion Blvd, Mountain Home 83647 208-587-1177
– 150 Shannon Dr, Nampa 83687 208-467-3070
Valley Medical (Medway Medical) 208-955-7491
PALLIATIVE CARE OUTPATIENT SERVICES
Saint Alphonsus Medical
Group Palliative Consult Clinic (ad on pages 1, 11, 83, Back Cover) 208-302-5480
– Boise
5966 W Curtisian Ave, Boise 83704
– Nampa
4400 E Flamingo, Nampa 83687
St. Luke’s Palliative Care
Clinics - Outpatient
(ad on pages IFC, 135, 143)
– St. Luke’s Clinic-Palliative and Supportive Care: Boise
600 N. Robbins Road, Suite 100 (entrance 2), Boise 83702 (208) 381-1615
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St. Luke’s Clinic-Palliative and Supportive Care: Meridian 360 E. Montvue Drive, Suite 200 Meridian 83642 (208) 381-1615
St. Luke’s Palliative Care
Clinics - Inpatient
(ad on pages IFC, 135, 143)
– St. Luke’s Boise Medical Center 190 E. Bannock St., Boise 83712
– St. Luke’s Meridian Medical Center
520 S. Eagle Rd, Meridian 83642
– St. Luke’s Nampa Medical Center 9850 W. St. Luke’s Dr., Nampa 83687
PERSONAL CARE SERVICES (HOUSECLEANING)
Dream Clean (Additional 20% off for Seniors) (ad on page 48) 208-562-9012 hello@dreamcleanidaho.com
PET CARE & SERVICES
Idaho Humane Society 4775 W Dorman St, Boise 83705 208-342-3508
Metro Community Services – Pet Food Assistance Program 4307 Skyway St, Caldwell 83605 208-459-0063
PAL - Pet Adoption League of Gem County 208-365-1359
1526 N. Washington Ave, Emmett 83617 petadoptionleagueofgc.com
PHARMACEUTICAL PRESCRIPTION ASSISTANCE
AARP Prescription Discount Program 877-422-7718
Benefits CheckUp 800-794-6559
Developed and maintained by The National Council on Aging (NCOA).
BenefitsCheckUp is the nation’s most comprehensive Web-based service to screen for benefits programs for seniors with limited income and resources.
Glaxo Smith Kline Prescription Assistance 888-825-5249
Lily Patient Assistance Program 800-545-6962
Medical Prescription Discount Card Rx Benefits
800-377-1614
Medicare Prescription Drug Card
800-633-4227
Merck Patient Assistance Program
800-727-5400
Metro Community Services
4307 Skyway St, Caldwell 83605
208-459-0063
Mountain Care Pharmacy (ad on page 63)
208-287-4667
Novartis Medicare Drug Plan Assistance Line 888-669-6682
Partnership for Prescription Assist 888-477-2669
Pfizer Pfriends 866-706-2400
Pharmaceutical Assistance for the Aged & Disabled (PAAD) 800-792-9745
Rx PhRMA 800-377-1614
St. Vincent de Paul Prescription Program 3217 W Overland Rd, Boise 83705
208-344-9737
Universal Prescription Discount Service
800-556-0669
PHARMACY
Mountain Care Pharmacy (ad on page 63)
208-287-4667
Defining Senior Living Options
By Stacy Gunnerson, CSA, RCA, Owner of Grannie on the Move
Stacy Gunnerson, a Certified Senior Advisor, licensed Administrator, and Realtor, has over 25 years of experience working with seniors, inspired by her own grandparents.
STACY GUNNERSON
Have you wondered what options are available to seniors once it is determined they should no longer be living in their own home? In this article we hope to give you a better understanding of the senior living options available and who is responsible for paying for this as the their care needs increase.
Independent Living Communities (IL) are for seniors who do not need any assistance with caring for themselves, but are seeking a simpler way of life. IL housing typically involves an apartment-style building or a gated community with freestanding patio homes. In most cases, these facilities offer light housekeeping, a meal plan, social activities, and transportation options.
If seniors living in Independent Living find themselves in need of care, there is an option to bring in a non-medical homecare agency to assist with bathing, dressing, etc. This is a good option if only a few minutes a day are necessary to provide the care needed. If more than a few minutes per day are needed, then it is much more cost effective to move to assisted living.
This option is paid for privately. Cost varies widely depending on the amenities.
Assisted Living Communities (AL or ALF) are for seniors who need assistance with caring for themselves. This is offered either in an apartment-style setting or in a residential homelike setting where you would live with 4 or more people needing care and 24 hour awake staff. Assisted living facilities are licensed and monitored by state governing agencies and offer meals and housekeeping as a standard. This option is designed for people who need assistance with activities of daily living, such as medication management, bathing, dressing, mobility, and transportation. The staff caring for the residents in an ALF are unlicensed except for one licensed nurse who provides oversight for the care staff and medication management program. This nurse is typically available in the building 40 hours per week and is on call all hours outside of that.
This option is paid for privately, with long-term care insurance, or state funded Medicaid programs. Cost in the Treasure Valley generally ranges from $4,500-$7,500 per month depending on room choice and level of care needed.
Memory Care Communities are under the same licensing rules as assisted living, but these facilities specialize in caring for those with various forms of dementia. These buildings are secured, meaning there is a magnetic lock on the doors and outer perimeter with a code so the residents cannot get out without supervision. The staff that work in these buildings all provide the same services as in an ALF, but they are specially trained to deal with the behavioral needs of someone with memory loss.
This option is paid for privately, with long-term care insurance, or state funded Medicaid programs. Cost in the Treasure Valley generally ranges from $5,500-$8,500 per month depending on room choice and level of care needed.
Certified Family Homes (CFH) provide a safe, family-style living environment for adults who need assistance with their cares, but do not require assistance from 24-hour awake staffing or wouldn’t benefit from the social activities . A CFH is certified by the state of Idaho to care for 4 or less patients in their home with their own families. These are not as regulated as the other care options listed here but can be a nice alternative setting for the right individual.
This option is paid for privately or state funded Medicaid programs. Cost in the Treasure Valley generally ranges from $5,000-$8,000 depending on room choice and level of care needed.
Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF) care for patients who need 24 hour medical care from skilled and/or licensed professionals. A SNF is licensed and monitored by both state and federal governing authorities. They provide short-term rehabilitation and various medical and nursing procedures. This option is typically used for those who have been hospitalized for three or more days and need 3 weeks or less of skilled nursing care. This can include physical, occupational, speech therapy, etc. so the resident can regain strength and either return home or to an assisted living facility.
This option is paid for by Medicare, Medicaid, and private Health Insurance.
Long-term Care (LTC) otherwise known as a Nursing Home, is care facility that cares for people who are no longer showing signs of improvement from the therapies in the skilled care facility but are still in need of a high level of care. Often, a skilled nursing facility and a long-term care facility are located together in one building with one wing providing skilled care and another providing long- term care.
This option is paid for privately, with long-term care insurance, or state funded Medicaid programs. Cost in the Treasure Valley generally ranges from $9,500-$12,500 depending on room choice and level of care needed.
We hope we have been able to answer some of your questions with this short article. If you would like for us to help you find the right community for you or your loved one please call us today at 208-820-4200 to schedule your FREE consultation. www.grannieonthemove.com
PHYSICAL THERAPY / REHABILITATION
Saint Alphonsus Regional Rehabilitation Hospital – An Affiliate of Encompass Health
(In-Patient) (ad on page 83)
711 N. Curtis Rd. Boise, ID 83706 208-605-3000
Wright Physical Therapy
Clinics (ad on page 66)
– 3157 E Barber Valley Dr. #120 Boise 83716 208-901-8477
– 554 N Steelhead Way, Unit 162 Boise 83704 208-323-9747
– 7711 W Riverside Dr Garden City 83714 208-813-9544
– 1739 S Jade Wy, #110 Meridian 83642 208-207-5454
– 6253 N Fox Run Wy, Meridian 83646 208-944-4300
PHYSICIAN HOUSE CALLS
Cherry Heights at Home (ad on pages 21, 96 INS, 103, 105) 208-650-4888
Dr. Candice Adams
Adult Care Nurse Practicioner 208-577-8672
PRE-MADE MEALS
Simple Bites Pre-made Meals & Catering (ad on page 53)
143 NW 13th Pl, Ste 120, Meridian 83642 208-893-5556
PROBATE
Ahrens DeAngeli Law Group (ad on pages 29, 52) 208-639-7799
– 420 W Main St, Ste 305, Boise 83702
– 3587 E Overland Rd, Meridian 83642
Donna Schuyler Law (ad on page 33)
750 E Warm Springs Ave, Boise 83712 208-344-1947
Idaho Estate Planning (ad on page 34) 453 S Fitness Pl, Eagle 83616 208-939-7658
Saint Alphonsus Medical Group – Neurosurgery (ad on pages 1, 11, 83, Back Cover) – Mulvaney Neurosurgery, 1072 Liberty St, Ste 200, Boise 83704 . .
– Dr. Zimmerman, 901 N Curtis Rd, Ste 503, Boise 83706
St. Luke’s Neurology Clinic (ad on Inside Front Cover, 135, 143) – Boise, 125 E Idaho St, Ste 300, Boise 83712 ....................
– Meridian, 520 S Eagle Rd, Ste 2207, Meridian 83642
Saint Alphonsus Baker City – Oncology (ad on pages 1, 11, 83, Back Cover) – 3325 Pocahontas Rd, Baker City, OR 97814
Saint Alphonsus Gynecology Oncology Baker City (ad on pages 1, 11, 83, Back Cover) – 3175 Pocahontas Rd, Baker City, OR 97814
Saint Alphonsus Cancer Institute (ad on pages 1, 11, 83, Back Cover) – 1055 N Curtis Rd, Boise, ID 83706 .
Saint Alphonsus Gynecology Oncology (ad on pages 1, 11, 83, Back Cover) – 900 N Liberty St, Ste 101, Boise, ID 83704
CALDWELL
Saint Alphonsus Caldwell – Gynecologic Oncology (ad on pages 1, 11, 83, Back Cover) – 3123 Medical Drive, Caldwell, ID 83605 ........................
Continued on next page
Saint Alphonsus Medical Oncology Caldwell (ad on pages 1, 11, 83, Back Cover) – 3123 Medical Dr Suite B, Caldwell, ID 83605 .................... 208-367-3131
NAMPA
Saint Alphonsus Cancer Institute Nampa (ad on pages 1, 11, 83, Back Cover) – 4400 E Flamingo Ave, Ste 130, Nampa, ID 83687 ................ 208-361-3131
Saint Alphonsus Gynecology Oncology Garrity MOB (ad on pages 1, 11, 83, Back Cover) – 4424 E Flamingo Ave, Ste 200, Nampa, ID 83687 ................ 208-302-2200
ONTARIO
Saint Alphonsus Medical Group (ad on pages 1, 11, 83, Back Cover) – 1050 SW 3rd Ave, Ste 3200, Ontario, OR 97914 .
ORTHOPEDICS
Saint Alphonsus Medical Group – Coughlin Foot & Ankle Clinic (ad on pages 1, 11, 83, Back Cover) – Boise, 1075 N Curtis Rd, Boise 83706 .
Saint Alphonsus Medical Group – Joint Preservation & Reconstruction (ad on pages 1, 11, 83, Back Cover) – Boise, 6165 W Emerald St, Boise 83704 ........................ 208-302-3500
Saint Alphonsus Medical Group – Emerald Orthopedic Urgent Care (ad on pages 1, 11, 83, Back Cover) – Boise, 6051 Emerald St, Boise 83704 .......................... 208-302-5150
Saint Alphonsus Medical Group – Orthopedics (ad on pages 1, 11, 83, Back Cover) – Baker City, 3325 Pocahontas Rd, Baker City, OR, 97814 .......... 541-524-8000 – Nampa, 4424 E Flamingo, Ste 110, Nampa 83687 . .
208-302-3200
Saint Alphonsus Medical Group – Orthopedics & Sports Medicine (ad on pages 1, 11, 83, Back Cover) 910 NW 16th St, Ste 205, Fruitland, ID 83619 .................... 208-452-8100
Saint Alphonsus Medical Group – Sports Medicine (ad on pages 1, 11, 83, Back Cover) – Joint Preservation Clinic, 6165 W Emerald, Boise 83704 .......... 208-302-3500 – Meridian Health Plaza .......................................
St. Luke’s Boise Orthopedic Clinic (ad on Inside Front Cover, 135, 143)
– 703 S Americana Blvd, Ste 12, Boise 83702 .
– 520 S Eagle Rd, Ste 3213, Meridian 83642
St. Luke’s Intermountain Orthopedics (ad on Inside Front Cover, 135, 143)
– 600 W Robbins Rd, Ste 100, Boise 83702 ....................... 208-383-0201 – 520 S Eagle Rd, Ste 2209, Meridian 83642 .
1109 W Myrtle St, Boise 83702 ...............................
208-383-0201
Luke’s Orthopedic Clinic (ad on Inside Front Cover, 135, 143) 200 Forest St, McCall 83638 ...................................
Saint Alphonsus Medical Group – Palliative Care (ad on pages 1, 11, 83, Back Cover) – Palliative Consult Clinic – Boise 5966 W Curtisian Ave, Boise 83704
St. Luke’s Clinic-Palliative and Supportive Care: Boise (ad on Inside Front Cover, 135, 143)
600 N. Robbins Road, Suite 100 (entrance 2), Boise, ID 83702 .......
St. Luke’s Clinic-Palliative and Supportive Care: Meridian (ad on Inside Front Cover, 135, 143)
360 E. Montvue Drive, Suite 200, Meridian, ID 83642 ...............
St. Luke’s Boise Medical Center (ad on Inside Front Cover, 135, 143)
190 E. Bannock St., Boise, ID 83712
St. Luke’s Meridian Medical Center (ad on Inside Front Cover, 135, 143) 520 S. Eagle Rd, Meridian, ID 83642
St. Luke’s Nampa Medical Center (ad on Inside Front Cover, 135, 143)
9850 W. St. Luke’s Dr., Nampa, ID 83687
Continued on next page
Saint Alphonsus Medical Group – Coughlin Foot & Ankle (ad on pages 1, 11, 83, Back Cover)
Saint Alphonsus Medical Group – Podiatry (ad on pages 1, 11, 83, Back Cover)
SLEEP CENTERS & PULMONARY MEDICINE
St. Luke’s Idaho Pulmonary Associates
(ad on Inside Front Cover, 135, 143)
2051 E Summersweet, Boise 83716 .............................
SPINE
& JOINT CARE
Saint Alphonsus Medical Group – Comprehensive Pain & Spine (ad on pages 1, 11, 83, Back Cover)
– Boise, 1055 N Curtis Rd, South Tower, 6th Fl, Boise 83706 ........ 208-302-3700
– Nampa, 4424 E Flamingo Ave, Ste 310, Nampa, ID 83687 ......... 208-302-3760
Saint Alphonsus Medical Group – Spine Surgery (ad on pages 1, 11, 83, Back Cover)
Saint Alphonsus Medical Group – Comprehensive Breast Surgery (ad on pages 1, 11, 83, Back Cover) – Boise, 900 N Liberty St, Ste 101, Boise 83704 ................... 208-302-2200
Saint Alphonsus Medical Group – General Surgery (ad on pages 1, 11, 83, Back Cover)
– Boise, 1072 N Liberty St, Ste 300, Boise 83704 ................. 208-302-2300
Saint Alphonsus Medical Group – Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery (ad on pages 1, 11, 83, Back Cover) 900 N Liberty St, Ste 101, Boise 83704 ..........................
Saint Alphonsus Medical Group – Travel Medicine (ad on pages 1, 11, 83, Back Cover)
International Clinic, 6533 W Emerald St, Boise 83704
Luke’s Travel Medicine and Immunization Clinic (ad on Inside Front Cover, 135, 143) 520 S Eagle Rd, Ste 1239, Meridian 83642.
Saint Alphonsus Medical Group – Urgent Care (ad on pages 1, 11, 83, Back Cover)
Bown Crossing, 2141 E Parkcenter Blvd, Boise 83706
Emerald, 6051 Emerald St, Boise 83704
– Lake Hazel, 10583 W Lake Hazel Rd, Boise 83709
St. Luke’s Urgent Care (ad on Inside Front Cover, 135, 143) 701 E Parkcenter Blvd, Boise 83706 .
Saint Alphonsus Medical Group – Urgent Care (ad on pages 1, 11, 83, Back Cover) – Elm, 315 E Elm St, Ste 100, Caldwell 83605
Saint Alphonsus Medical Group – Urgent Care (ad on pages 1, 11, 83, Back Cover) – Fruitland Health Plaza, 910 NW 16th St, Ste 101, Fruitland 83619 ....
KUNA
Saint Alphonsus Medical Group – Urgent Care (ad on pages 1, 11, 83, Back Cover)
757 E Wythe Creek Ct, Ste 100, Kuna 83634 ......................
MERIDIAN
Saint Alphonsus Medical Group – Urgent Care (ad on pages 1, 11, 83, Back Cover)
Meridian Health Plaza, 3025 W Cherry Ln, Ste A, Meridian 83642 .
Ten Mile Urgent Care, 867 S Vanguard Way, Meridian, ID 83642 .
NAMPA
Saint Alphonsus Medical Group – Urgent Care (ad on pages 1, 11, 83, Back Cover)
St. Luke’s Vein Care Clinic (ad on Inside Front Cover, 135, 143)
3277 E Louise Dr, Ste 150, Meridian 83642 ....................... 208-706-8346
VASCULAR
Saint Alphonsus Medical Group (ad on pages 1, 11, 83, Back Cover) – Boise, 1075 N Curtis Rd, Ste 101, Boise 83706 .................. 208-302-2800
RAMPS & CHAIR LIFTS
101 Mobility (ad on page 31)
905 S Industry Wy, Meridian 83642 208-922-7209
Mobility Plus (ad on page 60)
339 N Milwaukee St, Boise 83704 208-617-5200
TruBlue Home Service Ally
(ad on page 44)
208-800-8441 lbancroft@trublueally.com
REAL ESTATE SERVICES
Coldwell Banker Tomlinson –
Heather Rivera (ad on page 81)
208-724-0926
REFERRALS FOR SENIOR HOUSING
Boise Care Connections
(ad on page 49)
208-917-3776 www.boisecareconnections.com
Grannie on the Move
(ad on 64 Insert)
3587 E Overland Rd, Meridian 83642 208-820-4200
REHABILITATION FACILITIES AND HOSPITALS
Please refer to the Skilled Nursing Comparison Grid on pages 186-191 for a complete overview of all rehabs available and the services they provide.
Saint Alphonsus Regional Rehabilitation Hospital- An Affiliate of Encompass Health (ad on page 83)
711 N. Curtis Rd. Boise, ID 83706 208-605-3000
REHABILITATION SERVICES
BOISE
Saint Alphonsus Regional Rehabilitation Hospital - An Affiliate of Encompass Health (ad on page 83) 711 N. Curtis Rd. Boise, ID 83706 208-605-3000
Saint Alphonsus Rehabilitation Services (STARS)
(ad on pages 1, 11, 83, Back Cover)
– 901 N Curtis Rd, Ste 204, Boise 83706 208-367-3315
– 717 N Liberty St, Boise 83702 208-367-8989
– 5959 N Discovery Pl, Boise 83713 208-378-0256
– 1050 State St, Boise 83702 208-424-8175
– Bown Crossing 2141 E Parkcenter Blvd, Boise 83706 208-302-9850
St. Luke’s / Elks Hearing and Balance Center
(ad on Inside Front Cover, 135, 143) 510 N 2nd St, Ste 201, Boise 83702 208-385-3440
Continued on page 82
REHABILITATION
SERVICES
continued from page 801
– Americana
703 Americana Blvd, Ste 130, Boise 83702 208-706-7530
– Boise
1109 W Myrtle Plaza 1, Ste 220, Boise 83702
208-385-3720
– East Boise 2475 Apple St, Ste 200, Boise 83706 208-385-3400
– West Boise 2999 N Lakeharbor Ln, Ste 120, Boise 83703 208-385-3415
Wright Physical Therapy Clinics (ad on page 66)
– 3157 E Barber Valley Dr. #120 Boise 83716
208-901-8477
– 554 N Steelhead Way Unit 162 Boise 83704 208-323-9747
– 7711 W Riverside Dr Garden City 83714 208-813-9544
– 1739 S Jade Wy #110, Meridian 83642 208-207-5454
– 6253 N Fox Run Way, Meridian 83646 208-944-4300
EAGLE
Saint Alphonsus Rehabilitation Services (STARS)
(ad on pages 1, 11, 83, Back Cover)
323 E Riverside Dr, Ste 124, Eagle 83616 208-367-5400
St. Luke’s / Elks Hearing and Balance Center
(ad on Inside Front Cover, 135, 143) 3101 E State St, Ste 2108, Eagle 83616 208-385-3480
McCALL
St. Luke’s / Elks Therapy
(ad on Inside Front Cover, 135, 143) 1010 State St, McCall 83638 208-634-5909
MERIDIAN
Saint Alphonsus Rehabilitation Services (STARS)
(ad on pages 1, 11, 83, Back Cover)
– 3025 Cherry Ln, Ste D, Meridian 83642 208-367-8593
– 3875 E Overland Rd, Meridian 83686 208-367-4470
St. Luke’s / Elks Hearing and Balance Center
(ad on Inside Front Cover, 135, 143) 520 S Eagle Rd, Ste 1225, Meridian 83642 208-385-3560
Continued on page 84
REHABILITATION SERVICES
continued from page 82
NAMPA
Saint Alphonsus Rehabilitation Services (STARS)
(ad on pages 1, 11, 83, Back Cover) 131 Constitution Way, Nampa 83686 208-205-0160
RESPITE CARE
Respite is a period of rest or relief for those who give constant care to an ill person. Many skilled nursing facilities and assisted living communities offer this service. Please refer to our housing grids on pages 162-189 or the non-medical home care grid on pages 110-125 for in-home care.
Alzheimer’s Idaho, Inc
208-914-4719
Metro Community Services
4307 Skyway St, Caldwell 83605 208-459-0063
REVERSE MORTGAGES
Encompass Lending Group (ad on page 87) 208-794-2830
paul.anderson@encompasslending.com
RIDES
Angel Wings Network (cancer support only) 208-414-9464
Viking Transportation (ad on page 95) 208-488-9946
SENIOR HOUSING PLACEMENT & RESOURCES
Boise Care Connections (ad on page 49) 208-917-3776 www.boisecareconnections.com
Grannie on the Move (ad on 64 Insert)
3587 E Overland Rd, Meridian 83642 208-820-4200
SENIOR CENTERS
Boise Basin Senior Center PO Box 393, Idaho City 83631 208-392-4918
Boise River Senior Center 350 N Pine Featherville Rd, Pine 83647 208-653-2595
Caldwell Senior Center 1009 Everett St, Caldwell 83605 208-459-0132
Center at The Park 1920 Records Way, Meridian 83642 208-888-5555
Dick Eardley Senior Center 690 Robbins Rd, Boise 83702 208-608-7580
Eagle Senior Center
312 E State St, Eagle 83616 208-939-0475
Garden Valley Senior Center
261 S Middlefork Rd, Garden Valley 83622 208-462-3943
Gem County Senior Center 719 S Johns Ave, Emmett 83617 208-365-4343
Homedale Senior Center
224 W Idaho Ave, Homedale 83628 208-337-3020
Kuna Senior Center
229 Avenue B, Kuna 83634 208-922-9714
Melba Valley Senior Center 115 Base Line Rd, Melba 83641 208-495-2168
Meridian Senior Center 1920 N Records Wy, Meridian 83642 208-888-5555
Nampa Senior Center 207 Constitution Way, Nampa 83686 208-467-7266
New Meadows Senior Center
102 N Commercial, New Meadows 83654 208-347-2363
Parties + Events
New Plymouth Senior Center 126 N Plymouth Av, New Plymouth 83655
208-278-5320
Parma Senior Center 410 N 8th St, Parma 83660 208-722-5421
Payette Senior Center 137 N Main St, Payette 83661 208-642-4223
Rimrock Senior Center 525 N Main St, Grandview 83624 208-834-2922
Senior Citizens Center of Mountain Home 1000 N 3rd E, Mtn Home 83647
208-587-4562
Arts + Crafts
Card Games
on page 88
DICK EARDLEY SENIOR CENTER
690 Robbins Road, Boise
608-7580
Exploring the Benefits of Reverse Mortgages for Seniors
Reverse mortgages have become an increasingly popular financial tool for retirees who want to access their home equity without selling their homes.
These unique financial products offer several benefits for eligible homeowners, making them a valuable option to consider:
1. Supplement Your Retirement Income
One of the main advantages of a reverse mortgage is the ability to convert your home equity into cash, providing a valuable source of supplemental income during retirement. This can be especially helpful for those with limited savings or anyone looking to enhance their lifestyle without taking on additional debt.
2. No Monthly Mortgage Payments
Unlike traditional mortgages, reverse mortgages do not require monthly payments. Instead, the loan is repaid when you sell the home, move out, or pass away. This feature can ease financial burdens for retirees on fixed incomes, allowing you to stay in your home without worrying about ongoing mortgage payments.
3. Stay in Your Home
A significant benefit of a reverse mortgage is the ability to stay in your home for as long as you
live. As long as you maintain the property, pay property taxes, and keep up with homeowners insurance, you can continue to reside in your home.
4. Flexible Access to Funds
Reverse mortgages offer flexibility in how you can access your funds. You can choose to receive a lump sum, a line of credit, regular monthly payments, or a combination of these options. This flexibility allows you to tailor the financial solution to your specific needs.
5. No Repayment Until You Leave the Home
With a reverse mortgage, the loan does not need to be repaid until the last borrower permanently leaves the home. This provides peace of mind, knowing that you can access your home equity without immediate repayment obligations.
Reverse mortgages offer a valuable option for retirees seeking to unlock the wealth tied up in their homes while maintaining the comfort and security of home ownership.
Editor’s Note: For more information on reverse mortgages, contact Paul Anderson with Encompass Lending Group at 208-794-2830. He can provide guidance on how this financial tool can benefit you.
SENIOR CENTERS continued from page 85
Star Senior Center
60 S Main St, Star 83669
208-286-7943
Three Island Senior Center
492 E Cleveland Ave, Glenns Ferry 83623
208-366-2051
Weiser Senior Center
115 E Main St, Weiser 83672
208-414-0750
SENIOR ORGANIZATIONS & SERVICES
NATIONAL AARP
(Get your local chapter info)
888-687-2277
Alcoholics Anonymous
212-870-3400
Alzheimer’s Association
(ad on pages 89, 91)
800-272-3900
American Diabetes Association
800-342-2383
American Heart Association
800-242-8721
American Kidney Fund
800-638-8299
American Liver Foundation
800-465-4837
American Lung Association
800-586-4872
American Parkinson Disease Association
800-223-2732
American Stroke Association
800-242-8721
Amputee Coalition of America 888-267-5669
Arthritis Foundation 800-283-7800
Benefits CheckUp 800-794-6559
Easter Seals Society 800-221-6827
Eldercare Locator Nationwide 800-677-1116
Epilepsy Foundation of Idaho 208-344-4340
Huntington’s Disease Society of America 800-345-4372
Idaho Caregivers Alliance 208-426-5899
Leukemia and Lymphoma Society 888-557-7177
Lupus Foundation of America 202-349-1155
National Council on Aging 800-424-9046
National Family Caregivers Association 707-539-2364
National Kidney Foundation 800-622-9010
National Multiple Sclerosis Society 800-344-4867
National Odd Shoe Exchange (NOSE) 480-892-3484
National Osteoporosis Foundation 800-231-4222
National Parkinson’s Foundation 800-473-4636
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2024 Walk to End Alzheimer’s Treasure Valley – Julius M. Kleiner Memorial Park Sept. 28 | 10 a.m.
2024 National Presenting Sponsor
SENIOR ORGANIZATIONS & SERVICES continued from page 88
United Ostomy Association 800-826-0826
LOCAL
AARP
250 S 5th St, Ste 800, Boise 83702 208-855-4038
Adult Day Services of Boise – CPI Rise 208-376-4999
Alzheimer’s Association of Greater Idaho (ad on pages 89, 91) 800-272-3900
American Heart Association of Boise 801-702-4420
American Lung Association of Idaho
1412 W Idaho St, Boise 83702 208-345-5864
American Parkinson’s Association of Idaho 208-407-6645
American Red Cross of Idaho 5380 W Franklin Rd, Boise 83705 208-947-4357
Elderly Opportunity Agency 208-365-4461
Foster Grandparent Program of the Treasure Valley (ad on pages 15, 99)
1607 W Jefferson St, Boise 83702 208-947-4282
Idaho Care Line 211
Idaho Commission on Aging 208-334-3833
Idaho Healthcare Association IHCA 208-343-9735
Kidney Foundation 800-622-9010
Living Independent Network 208-336-3335
Metro Community Service 4307 Skyway St, Caldwell 83605 208-459-0063
– Prescription Assistance Program 208-459-1334
Twilight Wish Program 877-893-9474
United Way of Treasure Valley 208-336-1070
SOCIAL SECURITY
Social Security Administration 800-772-1213
– Medicare Claims 800-633-4227
– Local 1249 S Vinnell Way, Ste 101, Boise 83709 855 377-9316
STAFFING AGENCIES
A Better Solution in Home Care (ad on page 123) 208-285-2353
Red Fox Home Care (ad on page 125) 1755 N Westgate Dr, Ste 220, Boise 83704 208-995-5006
SUPPORT GROUPS
To list your support group, please call 208-922-6317 or email Heather@seniorsbluebook.com. You may also post your events and meetings at our website, www.seniorsbluebook. com/local/idaho-boise
Al-Anon
208-344-1661
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) 208-344-6611
Alzheimer’s Association of Greater Idaho
(ad on pages 89, 91) PO Box 4746, Boise 83704
800-272-3900
Alzheimer’s Idaho, Inc 208-914-4719
Alzheimer’s Support Group
800-272-3900
There are many support groups occurring throughout the Treasure Valley. Please visit alz.org for a complete list.
American Cancer Society Reach to Recovery
800-227-2345
Better Breather’s Club (2nd Wed of the month)
3525 E Louise Dr, 5th Fl, Meridian 83642
208-706-2281
Call St. Luke’s
(ad on Inside Front Cover, 135, 143)
190 E Bannock St, Boise 83712 208-381-9000
Depression Support Group
208-329-6663 x102
Doctor’s Hospice of Idaho 1552 N Crestmont, Ste B, Meridian 83642 208-985-2260
Gamblers Anonymous www.gamblersanonymous.org
Idaho Caregivers Alliance 208-426-5899
Legacy Corps – Support for Caregivers - Aging Strong Program (ad on pages 15, 99) (Honey Goodman-Director) 208-947-4282
Living Through Cancer St. Luke’s MSTI
(ad on Inside Front Cover, 135, 143) 100 E Idaho St, Ste 100, Boise 208-381-2711
Muscular Dystrophy Association 6485 W Interchange ln, Ste 101, Boise 83709 208-327-0107
Narcotics Anonymous of Treasure Valley 512 N 8th St, Boise 83701 208-391-3823
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI – Boise) PO Box 9492, Boise 83707 208-801-1609
Powerful Tools For Caregivers
Aging Strong Program (ad on pages 15, 99) (Honey Goodman-Director) 208-947-4282
Boise Philharmonic Association 516 S 9th St, Boise 83702 208-344-7849
Boise State University Performing Arts 1910 University Dr, Boise 83725 208-426-3957
Caldwell Fine Arts 208-831-0829
Idaho Dance Theater PO Box 6635, Boise 83707 208-331-9592
Idaho Shakespeare Festival 5657 Warm Springs Av, Boise 83716 208-336-9221
Knitting Factory 416 S 9th St, Boise 83702 208-343-8883 x200
Morrison Center for Performing Arts 2201 Cesar Chavez Ln, Boise 83725 208-426-1609
Nampa Civic Center (ad on page 67)
311 3rd St S, Nampa 83651
205-468-5500
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Opera Idaho
515 S 9th St, Boise 83702 208-345-3531
Stage Coach Theatre
4802 Emerald St, Boise 83706 208-342-2000
The College of Idaho Center for Performing Arts 2112 Cleveland Blvd, Caldwell 83605 208-459-5783
TRANSITION SERVICES
Boise Care Connections (ad on page 49) 208-917-3776
Grannie on the Move (ad on 64 Insert)
3587 E Overland Rd, Meridian 83642 208-820-4200
TRANSPORTATION
Access Paratransit / Valley Ride 208-345-7433
Access Vans 2860 E Fairview Ave, Meridian 83642 208-385-7647
ACHD Commuteride 3775 N Adams St, Garden City 83714 208-345-7665
Ada County Paramedics 370 Benjamin Ln, Boise 83704 208-287-2962
Angel Wings Network (cancer support only) 208-414-9464
El-Ada Community Action Agency – Bus Pass Program 2250 S Vista Ave, Boise 83705 208-345-2820
Legacy Navigation (Medical Companion Transportation) (ad on pages 57, 94) 208-204-6004 www.legacynavigate.com
Medicaid Transportation 800-296-0509
Metro Community Services –Weatherization, Human Services & Transportation 4307 Skyway St, Caldwell 83605 208-459-0063
Ride Line 208-345-7433
Treasure Valley Transit 1136 W Finch Dr, Nampa 83651 208-463-9111
Valley Ride Bus Service (Valley Regional Transit) 700 NE 2nd St, Meridian 83642 208-345-7433
Viking Transportation (ad on page 95) 208-488-9946
Yellow Cab 1350 S Five Mile Rd, Boise 83709 208-333-0333
TRAVEL
Legacy Navigation (Medical
Companion Transportation) (ad on pages 57, 94) 208-204-6004 www.legacynavigate.com
VETERAN SERVICES
Boise Vet Center 2424 Bank Dr, Ste 100, Boise 83705 208-342-3612
Debt Management
800-827-0648
Education Benefits
888-442-4551
Health Benefits
877-222-8387
Health Eligibility Center 800-929-8387
Idaho State Veterans Cemetery 10100 N Horseshoe Bend Rd, Boise 83714
208-780-1340
Help for Veterans & Surviving Spouses
Helping those who served our country is an honor and privilege. One program that provides financial assistance is called the VA Aid and Attendance Pension Program.
What is the VA Aid and Attendance Program?
The VA Aid and Attendance Pension Program is a financial benefit offered by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to eligible veterans and their surviving spouses. It supplements the basic VA pension by providing additional monthly payments to help cover the costs of long-term care and In-Home Private Duty Care.
Is this pension the same as military retirement pay or home maker/respite hours?
No, military retirement is based on years of service. Aid & Atten dance requires a financial need to qualify. Home maker or respite hours are in a completely different department of the VA. In fact, people can get these hours, plus Aid & Attendance hours!
Eligibility require ments
To be eligible for the VA Aid and Attendance Pension Program, veterans must meet sev eral requirements.
They must:
• Be a wartime veteran or the surviving spouse of a wartime veteran.
• Require the aid and attendance of another person for daily living activities due to illness or injury (Or, be housebound due to a permanent disability.). This includes needing help with bathing, dressing, eating, and toileting.
• Meet certain income and net worth limitations.
BENEFITS
The amount of the additional monthly payment is based on the veteran’s or surviving spouse’s financial need. The VA considers the veteran’s or surviving spouse’s income, net worth, and the cost of long-term care when determining the benefit amount.
How long does it take for the pension application to be approved? The application / review process usually takes 3-6 months. However, by working with an organization that are experts in this process, your home care can begin in around a month without any out of pocket costs.
Editor’s Note: This article was submitted by Matthew S. Croft. Matthew is the Executive Director of Visiting Angels here in the Treasure Valley and can be reached at 208-888-3611 or by email at matt.croft@visiting angels.com
VETERAN SERVICES
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Idaho State Veterans Home
320 N Collins Rd, Boise 83702
208-780-1600
Idaho Division of Veterans Services
208-780-1300
Life Insurance (Veterans)
800-669-8477
Office of Veterans Advocacy
444 W Fort St, Ste 140, Boise 83702
208-780-1380
VA Benefits
800-827-1000
Veteran’s Administration Hospital
500 W Fort St, Boise 83702
208-422-1000
Veterans Crisis Line
800-273-8255
VISION RESOURCES
Ada County Blind & Handicapped Library Services
208-334-2150
American Council of the Blind
800-424-8666
American Foundation of the Blind
800-232-5463
Braille Institute
800-272-4553
Choice Magazine Listening
888-724-6423
Elks Commission for the Blind & Visually Impaired 208-334-3220
Foundation Fighting Blindness
800-683-5555
Idaho Commission for Libraries Talking Book Service (TBS) (ad on pages 51)
325 W State St, Boise 83702 208-334-2150 / 800-458-3271
Idaho Commission for the Blind 341 W Washington St, Boise 83702 208-334-3220
Prevent Blindness America
800-221-3004
Video Eye 9465 W Emerald, Boise 83704 208-323-9577
Vision Council of America 866-826-0290
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Many area hospices and hospitals offer volunteer programs. Please see the Hospice and Hospital Sections for more information.
AARP
250 S 5th St, Ste 800, Boise 83702 208-855-4038
Alzheimer’s Association of Greater Idaho (ad on pages 89, 91) PO Box 4746, Boise 83704 800-272-3900
Alzheimer’s Idaho, Inc 208-914-4719
Angel Wings Network (cancer support only) 208-414-9464
Boise School District Volunteer Services 8169 W Victory Rd, Boise 83709 208-854-4000
Boys and Girls Club of Ada County
610 E 42nd St, Garden City 83714 208-639-3170
Family Advocates
3010 W State St, Ste 104, Boise 83703 208-345-3344
Fit and Fall Proof –Central District Health Dept
707 N Armstrong Pl, Boise 83704 208-327-8591
Foster Grandparent Program
Aging Strong – “Volunteer
Village” (ad on page 15, 99)
(Honey Goodman - Director) 208-947-4282
Idaho Care Line 211
Idaho Humane Society 4775 W Dorman St, Boise 83705 208-342-3508
Legacy Corps 1607 W Jefferson, Boise 83702 208-947-4282
Metro Community Services
Adopt a Senior 208-459-0063
The Morrison Center for the Performing Arts Volunteer Svcs 2201 W Caesar Chavez Way, Boise 83725 208-426-1609
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Hospice and Volunteerism
Hospice volunteering is rooted in a philosophy that dates back to 1963, when it was established as specialized care for the terminally ill.
While hospice care has evolved over the years, its core philosophy remains unchanged: to provide comfort care, focus on quality of life, and manage pain for those nearing the end of life. In 1982, congressional regulations mandated volunteer hours as an integral part of hospice care, setting it apart in the medical field.
Today, hospice volunteers play a crucial role in enhancing the quality of life for patients and their families. There are approximately 420,000 trained hospice volunteers worldwide, collectively contributing more than 19 million service hours annually. Their roles vary widely, from companionship and emotional support to providing
specialized services like pet therapy, massage therapy, and organizing grief groups.
Volunteers also offer respite to families, allowing caregivers valuable time for themselves. Whether running errands, performing light housekeeping, or simply being present to listen, volunteers provide essential support during a challenging time.
Bereavement care is another significant aspect of hospice volunteering. Volunteers with backgrounds in mental health or specialized skills collaborate with social workers and chaplains to offer grief counseling and facilitate support groups. They actively participate in memorial events to honor past patients, lending a compassionate ear or assisting in event planning.
Flexibility is key in hospice volunteering. Volunteers choose their hours and activities based on their
skills and availability. Whether crafting quilts, baking personalized treats, or engaging in meaningful conversations, volunteers find ways to make a profound impact on patients’ lives.
To ensure they provide the best care, all volunteers undergo comprehensive training covering hospice history, philosophy, confidentiality (HIPAA), and more. This preparation equips volunteers to navigate the emotional challenges of hospice care while maintaining client safety.
Many volunteers are motivated by personal connections to hospice, driven by a desire to give back to their communities. Maya Angelou’s words resonate deeply with them: “People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.”
In essence, hospice volunteering continues to evolve as a pillar of
compassionate end-of-life care, demonstrating the enduring power of human connection and empathy in modern healthcare. We are very grateful to those who give of their time and talent to provide rewarding end of life care to patients and families.
Editor’s Note: This article was submitted by Cody Freston, MBA CEO of Doctor’s Hospice of Idaho. (see ad below)
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
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Saint Alphonsus
Volunteer Services
(ad on pages 1, 11, 83, Back Cover)
– Boise
1512 N Curtis Rd, Boise 83706
208-367-2112
– Nampa
4300 E Flamingo Ave, Nampa 83687
208-205-1000
– Ontario
351 SW 9th St, Ontario, OR 97914
541-881-7010
Sr Medicare Patrol SMP Volunteers
208-898-7060
St. Luke’s / Elks Hearing and Balance Center Hospital
(ad on Inside Front Cover, 135, 143)
510 N 2nd St, Ste 201, Boise 83702
208-489-4444
St. Luke’s Volunteer Services
(ad on Inside Front Cover, 135, 143)
190 E Bannock St, Boise 83702 208-381-2265
Valley Regional Transit (Volunteer Drivers)
700 NE 2nd St, Ste 100, Meridian 83642
208-345-7433
VoLearn-teer Through Boise Parks & Recreation
208-608-7600
Volunteer Services VISTA
Idaho Food Bank
3630 E Commercial Crt, Meridian 83642
208-336-9643
Zoo Boise 355 Julia Davis Dr, Boise 83702 208-608-7760
24 HOUR ON CALL – Refers to someone being available 24 hours a day to speak with you.
BONDED – Being bonded means that a bonding company has secured money that is available to the consumer in the event they file a claim against the company.
HOMEMAKER / COMPANION –
Non-medical assistance with meal preparation, laundry, light housekeeping, errands, activities, outings, companionship and other household duties. These agencies are licensed by the state.
HOURLY MINIMUM – This refers to the minimum number of hours that an agency provides service.
INSURED – This refers to what hap-
pens if someone gets hurt on the job. If the company isn’t insured, then the claim gets filed against the homeowner’s insurance. If the company is insured, then the claim gets filed against the company’s insurance.
MED-ALERT SYSTEMS – Personal medical alert products activated by pushing a button.
MEDICATION REMINDER – Assistance with reminding an individual about medications but not dispensing medications.
TRANSPORTATION – Rides to shopping, appointments and other outings.
WORKER’S COMP – Insurance that covers medical and rehabilitation costs and lost wages for employees injured at work. ~
Buyer’s Guide: Private Duty Home Care
HOME CARE – We understand that budget is a primary consideration when you are making arrangements for home care, and it is our expectation that you will “shop around” to find the best provider at a manageable cost. As you do, please consider the following point in orders to ensure that you and your loved ones are protected and receive the best care possible..
1 DO YOUR HOMEWORK
Before you make your first phone call, thoroughly consider what your care needs are. Make sure to paint a realistic picture of the patient’s needs so that the right caregiver match can be made:
n Do you need a companion, or someone who can provide hands-on care (i.e. assisting getting in/out of bath, etc.)
is the patient becoming confused?
n Do you need a caregiver trained in a specialization such as hospice care or mobility needs?
n Do you need a caregiver that speaks a particular language or is versed in sign language?
2 INTERVIEW THE AGENCY
n Do you need assistance with cooking and light housework?
n Do you need skilled medical assistance for things like blood pressure & blood sugar testing, medication administration, wound care or tube/drain/bag maintenance?
n Do you need a caregiver who can drive you to social events appointments or?
n Is a memory loss diagnosis (i.e. Alzheimer’s, dementia) a factor or
In order to protect yourself and your loved ones from potential liability, be sure to ask about and consider the following when selecting a home care agency:
n What levels of care are available? Are you licensed for medical care or only companion care services?
n Are your caregivers supervised by an RN? Who conducts the initial assessment before starting each case?
n Are all caregivers employees that
are licensed, bonded, and insured? What happens if a worker is injured in my home?
n Do you take care of paying the taxes and withholdings for the caregiver?
n If there is a personality conflict or other problem with a worker, can a change be made? How is this handled?
n How much notice will you give me if a caregiver is leaving or will be unavailable for an extended period of time?
n What are your rates? Is there a minimum # of hours that I have to commit to each day/week/month?
n What happens if a caregiver calls out sick or has an emergency? Will you send another caregiver of equal skill and experience?
n Can I interview the caregiver(s) before I commit to using your agency? Do you check references, and can I get details of the caregivers experience and background? Can I get someone that has worked on similar cases / patients?
n What happens in case of an emergency? Can your caregiver provide hands-on help (i.e. lifting, CPR, etc.) or do they need to wait for emergency services?
3 HELPFUL HINTS
The following are a few suggestions on ways to make the process of obtaining quality home healthcare a little easier and eliminate the unwanted surprises:
n Before a new caregiver starts, write out a basic daily and weekly schedule for the patient. Be sure to include a list of likes and dislikes with respect to both foods and activities. This will make the transition much easier and less stressful for the patient, and will allow the caregiver to get up to speed quickly.
n Remember that you are the customer – do not hesitate to express your needs and give feedback, especially if you are dissatisfied or worried. The matching of a caregiver to a patient is as much and art as a science, and clear, constructive feedback will help everyone settle in quickly.
n A note on 24-hour care; Live-in caregivers are often more convenient and cost-effective than utilizing multiple workers in 12hour shifts. However, live-ins do require some time off and private space for meals, sleeping, and grooming, while 12-hour workers generally do not sleep while on duty. Therefore, if the patient requires lots of attention during the night, 12-hour shifts or an additional overnight caregiver may be the right solution. Live-in caregivers do need to sleep sometime in order to provide quality care!
Editor’s Note: This useful guide was provided by Caroline Moore, Owner, Brightstar of Boise. Please visit www.brightstarcare.com.
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Better Assessments. Better Care Plans. Better Outcomes
Since 2002, Senior Helpers has been a national leader in professional inhome assistance services, helping seniors to remain in their homes despite age related illnesses and mobility challenges.
We are the only in-home care com-pany offering the groundbreaking LIFE Profile assessment. Drawing on over 20 years of research into the most common reasons seniors experience falls, injuries, and hospitalizations, this innovative assessment is a pivotal tool in helping seniors to age safely and successfully in place. There are a variety of factors to be considered when eval-uating the safety and well-being of seniors, including family support, mobility, memory, social interactions, and per-sonal hygiene. The LIFE Profile assessment creates a customized care plan that becomes the plan to schedule, manage, and direct care activities based on individual needs.
Senior Helpers LIFE Profile has been designed to:
• Identify the areas where assistance and support are most needed
• Develop a care plan to manage medical conditions and preserve independence
• Improve overall quality of life
• Reduce hospitalization risk
• Support safe, successful aging at home
With Senior Helpers’ wide range of responsive, dependable, and personalized care services, seniors and their fami-lies can feel secure they are in good hands; receiving the support they both want and need as they age. Services Include:
• SENIOR GEMS® Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care
• Parkinson’s Care
• flexHOME Fractional Care
• Companion Care
• Personal Care
• Transitional Care
• Respite Care
• Surgery Assistance
• Facility Sitter Services
• Moving Preparation
Benefits of Senior Helpers Services
There are many benefits to you and your senior clientele when you choose Senior Helpers. We enjoy an excellent reputation for service within our community and professional circles. We work with many local doctors, nurses, social workers, and other health care professionals who regularly refer their patients in need of help. We are experts in the home care field and value building strong relationships with our clients and their families.
Editor’s Note: Contact us today to learn more how Senior Helpers can assist you and your loved one. This article was submitted by Nick Magnusson MBA, BSN, RN. Senior Helpers of Treasure Valley may be reached at 208947-4045.
Hospice Care
Improving quality of life when quantity is limited. Hospice care focuses on the care, comfort, and quality of life of a person. Care can be provided at any stage of a terminal illness, not just at the end of life if your loved one qualifies. Services are able to be provided in private residence or any community they may reside.
How Can Hospice Help?
• Compassionate care team including physician, nurse, CNA, social worker, spiritual services, and volunteers
• Symptom and pain management
• Patient/family/caregiver emotional support
• Bereavement support
• Respite care for caregiver support
• On call nurse 24/7, 365 days/week
OFFICE LOCATIONS:
Meridian/Boise: 208-887-6633
Caldwell/Nampa: 208-467-7423
Twin Falls/ Magic Valley: 208-595-3538
Fruitland: 208-452-2663
Baker City, OR: 541-524-7688
La Grande, OR: 541-624-5800
Palliative Care: A Helpful Guide
With modern medicine, people are living longer lives. This means managing age-related changes and health issues is more important than ever.
Palliative care can be a vital resource to help a person cope with the stress and symptoms of illnesses and allow them to plan for a fuller, better life.
Who needs palliative care?
Palliative care is for people with serious illnesses including, but not limited to cancer, dementia, heart problems, or lung issues.
What Is palliative care?
Palliative care is special medical care to help people with serious, chronic illness optimize their quality of life. It focuses on making people feel better by managing symptoms. It can also help people cope with feelings about living with a serious illness.
When is palliative care given?
Palliative care can be given at any stage of a serious illness. It can start as soon as someone is diagnosed with a serious illness and continue through treatment.
Where is palliative care provided?
Palliative care can be provided in various places such as a clinic, hospital, nursing home, or a person’s home.
How does palliative care help?
Palliative care is about improving the quality of life for patients and their families. Benefits include:
• Helping to control symptoms like pain, nausea, trouble breathing, or feeling tired.
• Emotional support for the patient and their family.
• Communication about treatment choices, decision-making and planning for the future.
• Coordination of your care among your health care team and connections to community resources.
St. Luke’s offers palliative care clinics in Boise and Meridian. You can request a referral from your primary care provider or a specialist managing your chronic and serious illness.
Editor’s Note: To learn more visit www.stlukesonline.org/ and search for palliative care or call us at 208-381-1615. Rebecca Robinson, DNP, ARNP & Kimberly Matias, LCSW
Home Health Care Definitions
24 HOUR CARE – Refers to someone being available 24 hours a day to speak with you.
CARDIAC CARE – Refers to services including patient assessment, specific diet information, and management of the disease process, medication management and education. Cardiac care is a program designed to help a person with heart disease return to health. Cardiac care may consist of exercise, modifying risk factors to prevent further heart damage, or psychological rehabilitation.
DIABETIC CARE – Refers to services including patient assessment specific diet information, management of the disease process, medication management and education on all the above. Services are provided by Registered Nurse under the supervision of a M.D. Some agencies may have certified diabetic nurse instructors or cardiac care specialty RN’s in their employ.
ENTERAL
FEEDING – Enteral feeding, or tube feeding, is a way to deliver nutrients through a tube if you cannot take food or drink through your mouth.
HOUR MINIMUM – The least number of hours a Non-Medical Home Care Agency will be available for hire. Medicare certified Home Health Agencies are not on a
specified time frame.
HOSPICE – Refers to a comprehensive program of care to patients and families facing a life threatening illness. Hospice emphasizes palliative rather than curative treatment. The dying are comforted. Professional medical care is given, and sophisticated symptom relief provided.
INTRAVENOUS
THERAPY (IV) – Refers to any medical treatments/medications that need to be introduced into the body via a patient’s veins. Numerous IV Therapies can be provided in a patient’s home under supervision of a MD. Some of these include: inter-infective/antibiotic therapies, hydration therapy, pain management, chemotherapy and central line care and maintenance.
NON-MEDICAL HOME CARE –
Assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADL’s), homemaking, companionship and other non-medical in home care. These services are available for hire after, or in conjunction with, Medicare certified services. Private payment, Medicaid and Veterans Benefits are a few of the ways personal care can be paid for.
PSYCHIATRIC CARE – Refers to the agencies’ ability to offer services related to psychiatric support with the
prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental illness. Services may include counseling or administering of medications.
SOCIAL WORKER
– A clinical social worker whose purpose in health care is to enhance, promote, maintain, and restore the best possible social abilities of the patient or family. Services provided may be preventive, developmental, or remedial in nature.
THERAPY SERVICES
(ST, PT, OT, RT) –
Speech Therapy – Refers to services to assess and treat speech and swallowing disorders. Speech therapy can treat speech, language, cognitive skills or swallowing.
Physical Therapy – Refers to services for the treatment and the rehabilitation process where a physical therapist will often stretch, strengthen, facilitate muscles, challenge balance, test coordination abilities, teach home exercise programs and enhance basic mobility skills.
Occupational Therapy – Refers to services to assess and treat patients to improve their ability to perform tasks in their daily living and working environments. Patients may have mental, physical, developmental, or emotional disabilities. Therapists also help them to develop, recover, or maintain daily living and work skills. Occupational therapists help clients
not only to improve their basic motor functions and reasoning abilities, but also to compensate for permanent loss of function.
Respiratory Therapy – Refers to services for care of patients with deficiencies and abnormalities associated with the cardiopulmonary system. It may include the therapeutic use of medical gases and their equipment, environmental control systems, humidification, aerosols, ventilator support, bronchi pulmonary drainage and exercise, respiratory rehabilitation, assistance with cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and maintenance of natural, artificial, and mechanical airways.
TRACH CARE
– Refers to care administered to patients who have undergone a tracheotomy. A tracheotomy is a surgical procedure in which a cut or opening is made in the windpipe (trachea). The surgeon inserts a tube into the opening to bypass an obstruction, allow air to get to the lungs, or remove secretions.
WOUND CARE
– Refers to services for providing diagnosis and treatment for ulcers, pressure sores and other wounds. Treatments may include but is not limited to irrigations, dressing, and wound vacs. Some agencies may employ specialty nurses to provide and instruct in care specifically for patients with more complicated wounds. ~
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Hospice Care Definitions
Hospice (See definition in home health grid definitions)
Services Provided:
N-Nurse – Assesses patient’s physical needs, develops and coordinates the plan of care, ensures symptom control and management, provides patient/family teaching as needed
SSW-Social Worker – Assesses patient and family emotional and social needs, develops a plan of care, provides counseling, referrals and support to meet identified needs
Chaplain – Assesses patient and family spiritual needs, develops a plan of care, provides counseling, assists with memorial preparations.
Home Health Aide – Provides direct personal care to patient, emotional support to patient and family, reports identified needs to RN.
Volunteer – Provides respite and needed non-medical services for patients and their families, offers support at time of death and during bereavement.
Levels of Care:
RO-Routine Care – Occurs when regularly scheduled visits are adequate in maintaining the individual’s symptom management. Care is provided at the individual’s residence, this can their private home, a retirement community, an assisted living, or a skilled nursing facility.
RE-Respite Care – Provided when the family needs time to rest or go out
of town for a short time. Ideally, this service is provided for five consecutive days. Care may be provided in a long-term care facility depending on the condition of the individual. Hospice is responsible for financial arrangements with the Long-term care facility, at no cost to the patient or the family.
GIP – General In-Patient Care
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Provided in a skilled nursing facility when the symptoms cannot be managed elsewhere. The skilled nursing facility must have 24-hour R.N. coverage as deemed by Medicare guidelines. General in-patient care is usually short in duration. This level of care is usually due to symptoms which are out of control and more intensive nursing services are required. If an individual is at a care facility, room and board are covered by hospice during this period.
CC-Continuous Care – Provided to prevent the individual from going to the hospital when a crisis occurs. Continuous care also is given when more helps is needed to assist the individual and family in coping with the crisis. This level of care is usually provided at the individual’s residence no matter where that may be The criteria for continuous care may include: Severe pain or symptoms which are out of control Psychotic episodes
Breakdown of caregiver Imminent death and family unable to cope. Continuous care is typically reserved for end of life or other crises that requires
a constant presence by a nurse or care team.
24/7 Admissions – Can a patient be admitted to the particular hospice agency 24/7? If a patient qualifies for hospice care, they should be admitted as early as the family requests. Many agencies admit patients to hospice, 24/7, evenings weekends, and holidays.
Grief Support Groups – Grief is the normal and universal reaction humans have to the loss of those they love. When your loved one passes, you may go through a period of bereavement and experience grief. Each Hospice Agency will have a grief and bereavement support program. Many provide Grief Groups that meet and address issues of Grief in a supportive group setting.
Indigent Patients – Does the hospice accept non funded or indigent patients? This is usually on a case by case basis and at the determination of the hospice company. Many have a non-profit organization that can help support the care of non-covered patients. Many Hospice agencies utilize Social Workers to help find resources for indigent families.
Licensed Massage Therapy – Massage has become one of the fastest growing trends in therapy for hospice patients. Used as a method for relaxation to alleviate stress, anxiety and
pain with a light hands-on approach, as well as providing an alternative to those who can’t take medication or prefer not to, massage therapy has become essential in hospice care. This is not reimbursed by Medicare; it is an added benefit that select hospice companies have decided to provide for their patients.
Music Therapy – Music Therapy is an established healthcare profession that uses music to address physical, emotional, cognitive, and social needs of individuals” A music therapist is not just a music performer, but actually trained in counseling and music. A music therapist creates goals and objectives for their patients and uses music activities and music experiences (listening, composition, improvisation, or playing/singing a familiar song) in order to achieve those goals. This is not reimbursed by Medicare; it is an added benefit that select hospice companies have decided to provide this to their patients.
Pain Pumps Available – Many patients have their symptoms controlled through oral medications. Some situations require a pain pump where medications are administered through an IV pump. If this is the situation, inquire with the hospice RN case manager to see if pain pumps are available through their agency.
PCP-Oversight – Can the hospice patient retain their own primary care physician in addition to the hospice
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medical director? All hospice organizations require a medical director, a physician to oversee their care. Many times the hospice medical director will work in conjunction with the patient’s own physician. The patient, family and hospice team can determine which physicians will oversee the care and certify the hospice eligibility criteria.
Pet Therapy – There’s nothing like a visit from a four-legged creature to brighten the day of a terminally ill patient. Pet therapy teams visit with patients wherever they reside – at home or in professional care settings. For some patients, contact with these gentle animals evokes memories of
pets in their lives, past or present. Studies have shown many benefits of pet companionship, ranging from reduced blood pressure and anxiety to relief from boredom, pain and loneliness. This service is not reimbursed by Medicare, it is an added benefit that select hospice companies have decided to provide for their patients.
VA Contract – If the patient is not a Medicare Recipient and is covered by the VA, the VA will make payments directly to their contracted agencies. If a patient is a Veteran, but is a Medicare Recipient, they may choose any Medicare approved hospice agency for their care. ~
What is an End-Life Doula?
End-of-Life Doulas provide emotional, spiritual, and physical support to clients and their loved navigating the dying process. The goal is to ensure a safe, empowered, dignified and informed end-of-life experience.
Death is the #1 fear in this country. Conversations around death and dying can be difficult to have. Experiences of the last few years have brought conversations around death to the forefront of our minds.
Caring for a loved one who is dying requires time and resources. There is still much living and work to do in dying. Hospice supports a terminal patient’s medical needs, an End-of-Life Doula (EOLD) is trained to guide clients and their loved ones with education, planning and practical support before, during and after death.
End-of-Life Doula Services
Each dying person has unique needs therefore services can include the following:
End of Life Education: Working with the hospice team, reinforcing education and providing extra time at the bedside. Focuses on quality of life for clients and their loved ones.
Support of Loved Ones: Aid with physical and emotional support, while helping to process feelings of guilt, fears and anticipatory grief.
Support of the Client: Provides non-medical comfort measures such as forms of stress reduction like music therapy, aromatherapy, guided imagery and Reiki.
Legacy Work: Create a tangible piece of work that uniquely commemorates a loved one’s life.
Honest Discussion: Explore the meaning of life while speaking honestly about the end-of-life process, including advanced directives. EOLD’s help facilitate discussions & reflections on the person’s life, helping them to find meaning and closure.
Vigil support: EOLD’s may provide a comforting presence during the dying process. Developing a plan to empower the dying individual to create a space that provides comfort and a peaceful setting.
Eco-Conscious Death: Offer education on eco conscious death practices and home funerals.
Funeral Planning: Assisting with obituaries, funeral planning and ritual services.
Grief Support: EOLD’s are present before, during and after the client’s death to provide a sense of comfort, companionship and support.
EOLDs aim to create a supportive and comforting environment fostering a more meaningful and peaceful transition.
For more information Eoldoulasid.org
Editor’s note: This article was submitted by Alex, Christine & Karen who are with End-of-Life Doulas of Idaho. You can reach them at info@eoldoulasid@gmail.com. EOLD’s aims to create a supportive and comforting environment fostering a more meaningful and peaceful transition.
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Senior Housing Definitions
AGE RESTRICTIONS – Some
communities have a restriction on the youngest age they are allowed to accept. These restrictions vary by community.
ALZHEIMER’S / DEMENTIA ASSISTED LIVING COMMUNITY
– Licensed assisted living facility or skilled nursing facility that specialize in delivering care to victims of Alzheimer’s and dementia. Communities are typically bedroomstyle rental units with common areas for dining and activities. Many are locked for residents’ safety. Specifically trained staff usually serves the special needs of this population. Amenities vary for each community.
ASSISTED LIVING COMMUNITY
– Typically apartment-style with kitchenettes and private baths. Some offer companion accommodations. Personal assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, eating and ambulation. Rates vary from an all-inclusive to base rates with levels of care. Amenities vary for each community.
DAY CARE
– Any provider can elect to provide day/night services on a short or long term basis. Rates typically include a place to rest, one or two meals and snacks and activities for the day. Licensed communities are
prohibited by law to promote these services without a specific license.
DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING & URBAN DEVELOPMENT
(HUD) –helps apartment owners offer reduced rents to low-income tenants.
HOUSING CHOICE VOUCHER PROGRAM –
(Sec 8) - find your own place and use the voucher to pay for all or part of the rent. Participating households are required to pay the greater of 10% of their gross annual income or 30% of their adjusted income towards rent. To qualify, a household’s annual income must not exceed the applicable income limit for the area as adjusted by family size.
(Sec 236) Property owners in this program make mortgage payments that are based on a 1% mortgage interest rate. HUD then provides a subsidy to their lender to cover the difference between 1% and the market interest rate on the property’s loan. Participating households are required to pay rent equal to the greater of 30% of their adjusted income (not to exceed the market rent) or the basic rent amount set by HUD for that particular property. Any amount paid by the household that is more than basic rent is considered excess rent, which the owner pays back to HUD in repayment of the subsidy.
INDEPENDENT HOUSING
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Apartments and communities for adults 55+ with little or no senior support services (e.g. no meals, etc...)
INTERMEDIATE CARE – 24 hour inpatient care residents who need licensed nursing supervision and supportive care, but do not require continuous nursing care. Residents may receive full assistance with ADL’s and transfers. Residents receive meds from a nurse following a doctor’s orders and may receive outpatient rehab services. Facilities may use a nurse as a their consultant and the residents receive periodic assessments from a licensed practitioner.
MEDICAID WAIVER – An assisted living waiver may be used to transition individuals out of nursing facilities or to provide persons at risk of institutionalization with options for remaining in their communities. Assisted living waivers are designed to provide an alternative to more costly nursing home care.
PRICE DEPENDENT ON LEVELS
OF CARE – Flexible levels of service geared to accommodate different needs over time. Rates may vary depending on the changing levels of care while one maintains the same physical residence.
the elderly and persons with disabilities.
RESIDENTIAL HOME
– Assisted living homes are private residential homes that typically have a small number of residents who live together and receive care from live-in caretakers. Adult family homes offer room and board for seniors who want a more private, home-like community. Assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing and dressing are provided. Amenities and nursing services vary greatly between homes. Ask about their services when you tour. They are also referred to as personal board and care homes. Most accept private pay; Medicaid in some instances.
RESPITE CARE / SHORT-TERM
STAY – Otherwise known as a shortterm stay. Any provider of IL, AL, ALZ or SNF care can elect to provide fully furnished accommodations to a person for a short period of time. Rates usually quoted on a daily basis and are typically inclusive of all services and amenities.
RETIREMENT COMMUNITY –
PUBLIC HOUSING (PH) – affordable apartments for low-income families,
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gardens, and other social gathering spaces. Rates are monthly, and are typically based on size/location of apartment.
SECURED UNIT – A secured unit dedicated to Alzheimer’s/Dementia residents to prevent wandering outside the community without supervision.
SKILLED CARE – 24 hour licensed nursing services, eight hours of which are RN covered. Patient may receive rehab services either inpatient or outpatient and may be fully dependent for ADL’s. Patients receive medications by an RN according to a licensed physicians orders.
SKILLED NURSING FACILITY –
Facilities provide 24/7 care for residents and offer full assistance with ADL’s. Daily rates typically include a furnished bedroom and a private or shared bath, meals, activities, transportation, phone service, cable television and all personal/nursing care. Payor sources usually accepted are Medicare, Medicaid, VA, some
insurance plans and private sources.
TRACH CARE - Refers to care administered to patients who have undergone a tracheotomy. A tracheotomy is a surgical procedure in which a cut or opening is made in the windpipe (trachea). The surgeon inserts a tube into the opening to bypass an obstruction, allow air to get to the lungs, or remove secretions.
VENTILATOR - Moves breatheable air into and out of the lungs, to provide the mechanism of breathing for a patient who is physically unable to breathe, or is breathing insufficiently.
WANDERGUARD - Offered at some facilities. A resident with memory loss or confusion wears a small discrete pendant. Each external door in the care home is fitted with a radio detector which detects when a pendant moves near an exit. The WanderGuard will sound an audible alarm, alerting the staff of a patient wandering. ~
SUBSIDIZED HOUSING RESOURCES
BOISE
Ada County Housing Authority
1001 S Orchard St, Boise 83705 208-345-4907
Apple Point Apts
3410 N 34th St, Boise 83703 208-426-0779
Arc Living Residential Home
4402 Albion St, Boise 83705 208-343-5583
Bannock Arms
330 E Bannock St, Boise 83712 208-344-3770
Barton Apts
5306 W State St, Boise 83703 208-853-1786
Capitol Plaza
680 Cunningham St, Boise 83702 208-345-4907
Centennial Manor
661 S Curtis Rd, Boise 83705 208-344-2164
Dogwood Plaza Sr Community
1755 N Linda Vista Ln, Boise 83704 208-319-0780
Franklin Grove Apts
4929 Franklin Rd, Boise 83705 208-336-0086
Franklin Plaza
1555 W Franklin St, Boise 83702
Greenbriar Apts
693 E Old Saybrook Ln, Boise 83706 208-342-2930
Harrison Hills Apts 2260 Harrison, Boise 83712 208-342-4716
Louise Gardens 1140 6th Ave S, Payette 83661 208-642-5063
Payette Plaza 80 N 9th St, Payette 83661 208-642-4688
WEISER
Amber Cove 1320 W 6th St, Weiser 83672 208-549-3690
WILDER
Chula Vista Acres 20520 Hwy 95, Wilder 83676 208- 482-7750
Wilder Apts 219 6th St, Wilder 83676 208-482-7750
at Boise, 13626 W Baldcypress St, Boise 83713
Centennial Manor, 661 S Curtis Rd, Boise 83705
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4 Signs It May be Time to Consider
Assisted Senior Living
Independence is something we all crave and strive to maintain, making it challenging for us to ask for or accept help from time to time.
As we get older, our desire for independence can also make it difficult to know or accept when it may be time to consider additional options like an assisted senior living community.
A common misconception is that you will lose your independence by living in a senior living community, which is simply not true. These communities offer a lifestyle that can help you maintain or enhance your independence. With team members at the community taking care of the time-consuming, everyday tasks like maintenance and upkeep, you are free to live your life exactly the way you want. Leaving you more time to visit with friends and family and pursue your interests.
How do you know when it is time for assisted living? We realize this question is hard to answer, and transitioning into senior living is a significant decision. Below, we are sharing signs to help you recognize when it may be time to start the process.
1You Have a Chronic Health Condition
According to the National Council on Aging, “approximately 80% of older adults have at least one chronic disease, and 77% have at least two.”
Chronic diseases and other medical conditions can impact an individual’s ability to not only care for themselves but also maintain their home and handle other responsibilities.
If you have one or more medical conditions, such as diabetes or high blood pressure, it may be beneficial to consider an assisted senior living community. A senior living community can offer a maintenance-free lifestyle so that you have more time to focus on your health and wellness, as well as provide you with a team of caregivers who can help you manage your conditions, medications, and more.
2Your Socialization Opportunities are Limited
We often take for granted the positive impact social interactions can have on our mental wellness. Offering benefits such as reduced stress levels, improved cognitive functioning, and boosted self-esteem, connecting with others is crucial to our well-being and can provide us with a sense of purpose.
As Joyce Carol Oates once said, “loneliness is like starvation: you don’t realize how hungry you are until you begin to eat.” Unfortunately, as we age, our socialization opportunities can become limited – we leave the workforce, children grow up and move away, etc.
Assisted senior living could be the ideal solution if you live on your own and feel yourself craving more social
interaction. Our CSL communities offer activities and encourage individuals to interact with one another, forming a true sense of community. Beyond scheduled events and programs that cater to a variety of interests, residents can connect during meals, as neighbors, and more.
3You Could Use Support with Everyday Tasks
This is a major “how do you know when it is time for assisted living” sign.
We all have days when we choose to stay in our pajamas but choosing to stay in our pajamas all day is different than not getting dressed because it is too difficult. If you find yourself needing assistance with the activities of daily living (ADLs) like personal hygiene tasks, mobility, or general home maintenance, transitioning into an assisted senior living community could
be the best option to maintain your independence and improve your overall quality of life.
What Are Considered Activities of Daily Living?
According to an article published in the National Library of Medicine, “the activities of daily living (ADLs) is a term used to collectively describe fundamental skills required to independently care for oneself.”
ADLs are the physical skills we need to complete every day to lead a safe and healthy lifestyle. Broken down into five main areas, the American Council on Aging defines the basic ADLs as:
Mobility – Also referred to as ambulating or transferring, this means being able to move around or walk both inside and outside their home.
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Dressing – Choosing and putting on appropriate clothing.
Eating – The physical act of eating, including the proper use of utensils.
Personal hygiene – Includes all personal grooming activities such as shaving, nail care, brushing teeth, and safely showering or bathing.
Toileting – Sometimes called continence, this refers to having control over the bladder/bowels as well as getting on and off the toilet safely.
In addition to basic ADLs, there are also instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs). These require more complex thinking, organization, and tactical skills. However, most do not have to be performed every day. While they are not considered a part of “fundamental living,” IADLs are still necessary for a healthy and safe independent lifestyle.
The instrumental activities of daily living include:
Transportation – Either driving, using public transportation, or arranging other means of transportation such as rides with family members.
Meal preparation – The ability to plan and prepare meals.
Managing finances – Paying bills, managing bank accounts, etc.
Shopping – Buying essentials such as groceries, clothing, prescriptions, and household supplies.
Home maintenance – Cleaning
and maintaining the home, doing the laundry, etc.
Communication – Staying in contact with friends, family, and loved ones.
Medication management – The ability to obtain medications and take them properly.
If you find yourself taking more time to get dressed in the morning or are unable to coordinate transportation to doctor’s appointments and errands, you may benefit from transitioning into an assisted senior living community.
4Your Eating Habits Have Changed
Healthy aging means healthy eating. If what you eat becomes more about convenience and less about nutrition, it can impact the way your body functions. Assisted senior living communities can help you maintain a balanced, nutrient-dense diet. At our CSL communities, we provide delicious meals and snacks that focus on nutrition. The best part is that you do not have to worry about preparing these meals or doing the dishes afterward!
The decision to move into an assisted senior living community is significant, but it could improve your overall quality of life. So, how do you know when it is time for assisted living? If you are showing any of the mentioned signs, the time may be now. ~
Editor’s Note: This article was submitted by Community Senior Life.
and John, MorningStar Residents
“MorningStar is home to my mother. You will feel the love the minute you walk in the door. The staff is so friendly and they truly care about the residents. My mom is thriving at MorningStar. This place is truly special.”
“I want to thank you for all you have done to keep our families safe during COVID. It obviously has been an overwhelming job, but one you’ve handled wonderfully.”
“My sister lives at MorningStar, and loves the people who live there, the hard-working employees, the food and the activities. MorningStar aims to please and they reach their target!”
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“When we first came to look at MorningStar my daughter and I were very impressed with how friendly and pleasant everyone was. Now that I have lived here over a year I feel fortunate to be here. The staff is very pleasant and helpful and I have many friends among them and the other residents.”
Jean, MorningStar Resident
“Thank you for your heroic efforts through the pandemic. Our family was beyond impressed with your proactive stance to protect residents. MorningStar is definitely part of the solution and the eventual conquering of this virus.”
Lillian
Senior Living Has Evolved. Your Healthcare Should Too!
Many senior living communities have beautiful surroundings but without health and independence, even the most extravagant amenities can lose value.
Without health and independence, even the most extravagant amenities can lose value. Senior living communities have a responsibility to help their residents keep their independence to continue thriving socially, physically, and emotionally. It’s important that seniors are choosing to move because they want to experience all that senior living has to offer.
When a senior living community also offers access to on-site healthcare, you receive a continuum of care that supports your overall well-being, allowing you to live those “golden years” to the fullest. Having healthcare available at home provides convenience and comfort; resulting in fewer hospital or emergency room visits, and overall, strengthens access to professionals who focus on what
seniors want to do rather than what they can’t do.
When seniors are healthy and strong, they can do more of what they enjoy. Having the peace of mind that care is available is a benefit to both seniors and their families. Visits with family can return to focusing on fun and reminiscing instead of endless trips to the doctor’s office or catching up in the waiting room. Avoiding long commutes to visit the clinic, dodging icy parking lots, and skipping the waiting rooms at the doctor’s office are all perks. When you review the amenities and costs of senior living, be sure to consider the benefits of on-site healthcare.
Wherever you currently are in your healthcare journey, ask for services that will be delivered right to your door, so you can be supported through every stage of your golden years! ~
Editor’s Note: This article was submitted by Edgewood Healthcare. 208-618-2124. See ad below.
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ManorMidland I, 67 S Midland Blvd, Nampa 83651
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Harbor House, 2308 E Harbour Grove Dr, Nampa 83686
Park Place Assisted Living Community, 616 16th Ave N, Nampa 83687
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The Cottages of Weiser, 1225 E 6th St, Weiser 83672
of Cascadia, 8211 Ustick Rd, Boise 83704
3550 W Americana Terrace, Boise 83706
Mountain of Cascadia, 909 Reserve St, Boise 83712
Transitional Care Center, 1001 S Hilton St, Boise 83705
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31 101 Mobility
123 A Better Solution In Home Care
15, 99 Aging Strong by Jannus
29, 52 Ahrens De Angeli Law
89, 91 Alzheimer’s Association
123 Angels Among Us
13 Area 3 Agency on Aging
113 Assisting Hands
49 Boise Care Connections
85 Boise City Parks & Rec
115 Brightstar
FC, 179 Brightstar Care Homes
21, 96 INS, 103, 105 Cherry Heights Family Clinic
181 Cornerstone Senior Living
25 Delta Dental 101, 138,
141 Doctor’s Hospice of Idaho
33 Donna Schuyler Law
48 Dream Clean
161 Edgewood/Spring Creek
87 Encompass Lending
125 Fox Den Homes
32 INS Grace Independent & Assisted Living
64 INS Grannie on the Move
141 Harrison’s Hope Hospice
81 Heather Rivera-Coldwell Banker Tomlinson
153 Heatherwood Senior Living
117 Home Instead Senior Care
45 House of Hearing Audiology Clinic
34 Idaho Estate Planning
128 INS, 133, 143 Idaho Home Health & Hospice
37 Idaho Senior Games
51 Idaho Talking Book Services 57, 94 Legacy Navigation
187 Life Care Center of Boise/Life Care Center of Treasure Valley
60 Mobility Plus
160 INS Morningstar Senior Living
63 Mountain Care Pharmacy
67 Nampa Civic Center
163, 183 Overland Court
125 Red Fox Home Care
IBC Revel Eagle 1, 11, BC Saint Alphonsus
83 Saint Alphonsus Rehabilitation Hospital
119, 127 Senior Helpers
53 Simple Bites
IFC, 135, 143 St Luke’s Home Health & Hospice
189 Sunnyridge
125 The Key
155 The Pointe at Meridian
165 The Terraces of Boise
176 Touchmark
121 Trinity Home Care
44 TruBlue Home Service Ally
167 Truewood By Merrill
95 Viking Transportation
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The mission of the Saint Alphonsus Memory Center is to help our community achieve and maintain the best possible brain function through a compassionate, collaborative, and multi-disciplinary approach to dementia prevention, treatment and education.
If you or a loved one are experiencing signs of memory loss and would like to schedule a consultation, or you’re a healthcare provider and would like more information about our services, please call our clinic at (208) 302-5400.
