The Cottages Assisted Living and Memory Care - Middleton sits on Main Street, right on the corner of Main and Cemetery Road, and the smaller home-like community gives it a peaceful and familiar feeling for residents who may really need that. The place offers both assisted living and specialized memory care for people dealing with Alzheimer's or other kinds of dementia, and the staff have special training to work with residents who need some extra memory support, making sure everyone stays safe with Wanderguard safety features, locked entrances, and 24-hour supervision. Secure rooms are available-both private and semi-private-and you'll find all the homes and common areas are furnished and set up for comfort, with beautifully landscaped gardens right outside so someone can enjoy a bit of fresh air. Residents can choose assisted living or memory care, based on what kind of help they need, and there are also options for adult day programs and respite care if families need a short-term solution or just a break during the day.
The team, including a nurse on staff, helps with things like bathing, dressing, medication management, and transfer assistance, and every resident gets a care plan designed just for them. The staff keeps an eye out all day and night, with a compassionate group led by Executive Director Maddi Thweatt who makes sure things run smoothly. There are also on-site health services and diabetic care, with non-ambulatory support if needed. Residents get chef-prepared meals with snacks included, and there's an effort to help with dietary needs. Cleaning and laundry services come standard, and people can even choose self-serve laundry if that's something they want to keep up with. There's scheduled transportation for doctor visits or community outings, and parking for those who drive or have family visiting.
Social engagement matters here, and The Cottages has all sorts of activities, recreational programs, and educational events, with the staff setting up devotional activities, fitness programs, and things that are just plain fun. Caregivers work to build real connections since the small setting makes it easier to know everyone's routine, mood, and little preferences, which can really help folks feel at ease. The community stays licensed by the State of Idaho, and the renovated Memory Care unit runs at a base rate of $4,500 per month while the newer Assisted Living home starts at $4,300 per month. The focus stays on safety, comfort, and giving people a way to keep up with their interests in a secure setting that feels less like an institution and more like a home.
