The Cottages Assisted Living and Memory Care- Payette sits right in the heart of Payette, Idaho, at 1481 7th Avenue North, offering help to seniors who need extra care or support with memory problems. The community helps people who have dementia or Alzheimer's with special memory care services designed to keep them safe, engaged, and as independent as possible. There are also assisted living options for those who need help with daily tasks like dressing, bathing, and medication management. Residents live in cozy, single-story cottages without stairs or elevators, making it easy to get around, and enjoy private bedrooms and bathrooms with their own climate controls. Meals are served family style in an adjacent dining area, and meals are made right in the residential kitchen. The staff prepares nutritious food and always tries to make it both tasty and healthy.
Residents find a welcoming, home-like atmosphere with housekeeping, laundry, and linen services handled by the friendly team, and pets are allowed. There are emergency call systems in each bedroom and bathroom, and the facility offers 24-hour supervision to help keep everyone safe. The staff helps with everything from incontinence care to diabetic care and even high acuity healthcare needs, so families don't have to worry about more complex situations. For those with cognitive challenges, the memory care program includes activities planned by a full-time activity director, counseling services, and a mental wellness program, along with therapies that support memory and independence as much as possible. The community keeps residents busy and active with a full calendar of fun and engaging events, activities, and social opportunities, some of which take place in a multipurpose room or in enclosed courtyards, and devotional services are available.
The Cottages of Payette welcomes both short-term respite stays and adult day care services, along with hospice care and waivers for dementia and hospice needs, which allows most seniors to stay even when their needs increase. Residents have access to transportation for appointments and shopping, and the community offers parking for those who drive. Female residents often enjoy weekly visits from an on-site beautician, and there's a beauty salon on site in some areas. The community is pet-friendly, so residents can have dogs or cats. The administrator, Sarina Burdan, leads a staff committed to quality care, always trying to improve services and features. The Cottages of Payette is also part of a group of senior living homes with a focus on personal care, and has been recognized for its meals, resident activities, and resident happiness, as well as awards for dining and social engagement. The community is a member of the Payette County Chamber of Commerce, is licensed by the State of Idaho, and is accredited by the Better Business Bureau. The base rate for the specialized Memory Care program is $4,500. Prospective residents or their families can arrange a tour to see for themselves. The focus always stays on safety, comfort, and building real connections among residents and staff.
