The Cottages Senior Care-Lochsa Falls in Meridian, Idaho, sits off Chinden between 10-Mile and Linder about 3.8 miles outside Meridian, in the Lochsa Falls development, with two single-story buildings that each hold up to 16 residents, giving space for 32 people total. Folks there find private, furnished suites with room choices like studios or different size layouts, and all the main spots-like the dining room, kitchen, activity spaces, and common areas-are placed on one level for easy movement and less confusion. The place stays open 24/7, and management teams are always available to answer questions, with a low resident-to-staff ratio so every person living there gets personal attention. Kind and gentle staff help with bathing, dressing, moving around, and other daily tasks, all while handling medication management and keeping a close eye on each resident's changing needs. Special attention goes to people with memory issues like Alzheimer's or dementia, because they offer focused memory care, secure safety features, personalized care plans, and activities meant to help seniors stay active and alert, and they have both dementia care and a dementia waiver.
Activities run every day, and folks get options for things like arts and crafts, Give Back Program, educational programs, health and wellness events, Pen Pal Program, or the Never Too Old To Dream project, plus monthly newsletters and both community and resident-led activities. The friendly staff take care of meal preparation and service in a restaurant-style dining area with healthy menu choices, and they can meet diabetic, allergy-sensitive, and other special diet needs, serving up tasty, nutritious meals every day. There's a little library, garden with walking paths, outdoor spots for sitting, salon/barbershop for haircuts, plus cable TV, Wi-Fi throughout, and laundry and linen services, and a fitness center with housekeeping and maintenance included. Safety stays a focus, with private suites, an emergency alert system, and all areas kept clean with strict protocols.
The community also helps with move-in, provides transportation, and offers both respite and daycare for folks who only need short-term care. Residents get a sense of belonging thanks to the homey setup, small group size, and a staff who treats everyone as family, developing warm relationships as they help. So if a person needs skilled nursing, assisted living, independent living, or memory care, or maybe just help with meals, bathing, dressing, or transfers, they'll find steady care. Established since 2001, The Cottages Senior Care-Lochsa Falls hires compassionate caregivers with memory care training and an executive director with over ten years of experience. The place is licensed by the State of Idaho and has a monthly base rate of $4,500 for its services. People who stay there get help to live well, take part in daily life, and enjoy their independence with support designed for both safety and comfort, and virtual tours are available for those who want to get a look before deciding.
