Meadowlark Assisted Living sits right on 3rd Ave N in Great Falls, Montana, and folks know it as a smaller, homey community with just 20 apartments over two stories, so you won't get lost in a crowd there, and you might notice the close-knit feeling since many staff and residents call each other by name while staff like Activity Coordinator Jane Evans and Chef Michael put energy into making sure everyone feels welcome and cared for. Residents who need help can get assistance with daily activities-things like bathing, dressing, grooming, and moving around-and the nursing staff keeps a close eye on everyone by checking vital signs and updating each person's medical profile, looping in doctors and families if any health changes pop up. Every resident gets a care plan that's just for them, updated as needs change, with options for assisted living, independent living, or memory care, and for folks needing a break, respite care is available for a short stay.
Rooms come as private or shared, and what's nice is residents can decorate and furnish their own space, so if someone wants to bring in that old easy chair from home or family photos, that's fine. Wi-Fi, cable TV, telephone hookups, and kitchenettes are standard in the rooms, which also have safety features like handrails and accessible baths, so folks using wheelchairs feel comfortable. The whole place is easy to get around, even for people who need a little extra help.
Meals are home-cooked and served three times a day in a sunny dining room, with snacks and drinks always nearby, and the professional kitchen team makes sure the food is balanced and nutritious, so folks worry less about cooking but still eat well. There's a game room, activity spaces, lounges, and a fitness center, plus a salon, guest parking, washers, dryers-pretty much all the basics covered-with lots of chances to socialize or join daily activities like crafts, games, music, group exercises, and even outings and holiday parties for fun and companionship. They also put a lot of thought into memory care and special programs for residents with dementia or Alzheimer's, keeping safety and engagement in mind.
The staff provides regular housekeeping, laundry at no extra charge, medication help, help getting around, and personal care services, so life is tidy and more manageable. Licensed personal care services are provided for Category A residents, and residents can bring in outside medical help if their needs change, as there are contracted arrangements for added care like wound care, occupational therapy, or podiatry. The building has fire protection and alarm systems, secure entrances, and outdoor areas like the Meadowlark Garden Patio, where residents can sit and enjoy fresh air, plants, and Montana sunshine.
Pets are allowed, which means the place feels more like a real home than an institution, and since it isn't locked, families can visit as long as they follow safety protocols so connections stay strong. Transportation is available for appointments or outings, and with a minimum age requirement of 60, most folks living here share similar stages of life and experiences. After over 20 years in the area, Meadowlark Assisted Living has built a reputation for solid, dependable care, and reviews mention a genuine, caring atmosphere and a steady routine that helps seniors feel safe and part of a friendly neighborhood. Meals, activities, supervision, and respect for independence are the focus, and the attention to each person's unique story makes Meadowlark feel more like home for those who choose to live there.
