MorningStar Of Boise

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  • Interior

    Retro diner interior with checkered floor tiles and a classic jukebox.

  • Decor

    A cozy and elegantly decorated living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a console table beside a large window.

  • Living Room

    A cozy living room featuring two armchairs, a side table, and decorative paintings on the wall.

  • Bedroom

    A cozy interior featuring a small desk, mirror, and a glimpse into a bedroom.

  • Windows

    A cozy community dining area featuring a piano and a fireplace.

  • Dining

    A cozy dining room with red patterned chairs and elegant lighting.

  • Kitchen

    A cozy kitchen with wooden cabinets, a counter with bar stools, and various decorations.

  • Artwork

    A cozy living room featuring a fireplace, comfortable seating, and decorative artwork.

  • Seating Area

    A cozy living room with wicker chairs and a table, decorated with plants and artwork.

  • Fireplace

    A modern living room with a cozy fireplace, stylish furniture, and decorative artwork.

  • Television

    A cozy living room with bookshelves and comfortable seating.

  • Lobby

    A hotel lobby with a reception desk and seating area.

  • Chandelier

    Elegant dining room with red upholstered chairs and a central chandelier.

  • Seating

    A cozy home theater with plush seating and a large screen for viewing movies.

MorningStar Of Boise

MorningStar Of Boise is an assisted living community in Boise, ID.

Information last verified:

5850 North Five Mile Road, Boise, ID 83713

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.4 from 44 reviews
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Overall Review of MorningStar Of Boise

common 27 reviews mention this

Caring, responsive staff stand out

Residents and families repeatedly describe staff as caring, attentive, and helpful.

Many reviews highlight staff who take initiative and respond to residents’ day-to-day needs, including being friendly, knowing residents by name, and helping without hassle. Multiple residents and family members also frame the community as safe and well supported because staff are “close by” when help is needed. A few negative reviews, however, describe management communication problems and rude treatment, including concerns about how situations were handled and escalated.

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Meals get strong praise

Dining is a frequent highlight, with residents calling out consistently good food.

Several reviews mention meals as a clear positive, with families describing great food and residents enjoying regular dining and special meals. Others specifically reference dining hall meals, brunch events, and kitchen variety, including appreciation for food that feels more than basic. The community also offers restaurant-style dining and supports meal service for special diets like diabetes and other restrictions.

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Activities keep residents engaged

Residents and families describe a full calendar of activities and outings.

Reviews commonly mention activities that help residents get out, socialize, and have something to look forward to, including bingo, group events, and planned outings. Some visitors describe enjoying the activity board and seeing residents participate. The community also provides scheduled daily activities, resident-run activities, and planned day trips, which aligns with what families report.

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Cleanliness and a welcoming feel

Clean, fresh spaces and a welcoming atmosphere come up often.

Many reviewers praise the facility’s cleanliness and overall upkeep, describing it as clean, neat, and bright, with a pleasant smell. Some also mention the environment being welcoming right from the time they walk in. A minority of reviews express disappointment with cleaning depth and routine maintenance, including complaints about infrequent deep cleaning and certain housekeeping tasks.

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Management and oversight concerns

A few reviews raise concerns about management follow-through and oversight.

A small number of reviews report serious dissatisfaction with how management handled problems, including communication gaps and how care issues were managed during a crisis. Other negative comments criticize management behavior and how the facility handled family expectations, with one review explicitly calling the team rude and unhelpful. In addition, at least one review raises concerns about cleaning not going far enough, such as limited window cleaning and lack of deep-cleaning updates.

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Features

Housing

  • 216 resident community capacity 216 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Independent Living Independent Living

Amenities

  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Spa Spa
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Boise Air Terminal (8 miles away) Boise Air Terminal (8 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Dementia waiver Dementia waiver
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Hospice waiver Hospice waiver
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Specialized memory care programming Specialized memory care programming
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Boise, Idaho offers convenient access to a variety of essential services, healthcare facilities, dining options, and recreational amenities. With several pharmacies, physicians' offices, and hospitals within a few miles radius, seniors can easily access medical care when needed. There are also plenty of restaurant choices ranging from fast food to healthier options like Firehouse Subs for dining out. For those looking to enjoy some outdoor activities or simply relax in nature, Reid Merrill Park and Willow Lane Athletic Complex offer green spaces for recreation. Additionally, there are places of worship nearby for spiritual fulfillment such as the River Christian Church and Eagle Church of the Nazarene. Overall, this area provides a balanced mix of convenience and community for seniors considering senior living in Boise.

Pharmacies

  • Mirgen Pharmaceutical (1.2 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.7 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.8 miles)
  • Albertsons Pharmacy (2 miles)
  • Sav-On Pharmacy (2 miles)
  • Albertsons Pharmacy (2 miles)
  • Fred Meyer Pharmacy (2.2 miles)

Physicians

  • Pediatric & Adolescent Center (1.3 miles)
  • Primary Health Medical Group (1.6 miles)
  • St Luke's Clinic Internal Medicine (1.6 miles)
  • St Luke's Mountain States Urology Eagle (1.6 miles)
  • St Luke's Clinic Internal Medicine (1.6 miles)
  • St Luke S Clinicid Cardiology St Luke S Clinics Specialty Centers Eagle (1.7 miles)
  • Cole Diagnostics (1.7 miles)

Hospitals

  • St Luke's Imaging Center (1.6 miles)
  • St Lukes Family Health (1.6 miles)
  • Primary Health Urgent Care (2.7 miles)
  • Surgical Care Affiliates (3.4 miles)
  • Intermountain Hospital Otptnt (4.2 miles)
  • The Caughlin Clinic (4.2 miles)

Restaurants

  • Sonic Drive-In (1.7 miles)
  • Sonic Drive-In (1.8 miles)
  • McDonald's (1.9 miles)
  • Jack In The Box (2.7 miles)
  • California Mexican Foo (2.7 miles)
  • Firehouse Subs (2.7 miles)
  • Jack In The Box (2.9 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (2.2 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.2 miles)
  • Dutch Bros Coffee (3.3 miles)
  • The Human Bean (3.4 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.4 miles)
  • Starbucks (4 miles)
  • Dutch Bros Coffee (4.2 miles)

Parks

  • Reid Merrill Park (2.5 miles)
  • Willow Lane Athletic Complex (3.6 miles)

Places of Worship

  • River Christian Church (3.5 miles)
  • Eagle Church of the Nazarene (3.6 miles)
  • Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (4.3 miles)

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