Regency Columbia Village offers competitive pricing for its senior living accommodations, particularly when compared to the broader costs in Elmore County and the state of Idaho. For instance, the monthly rate for a semi-private room at Regency is $2,339, significantly lower than the county average of $3,670 and well below the state average of $3,026. Similarly, residents opting for a studio will find the price of $3,599 to be more affordable than both Elmore County's average of $4,082 and Idaho's state average of $3,213. These cost advantages make Regency Columbia Village an attractive option for individuals seeking quality senior care while remaining budget-conscious in an increasingly challenging economic landscape.
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Regency Columbia Village
Elmore County
Idaho
Semi-Private
$2,339
$3,670
$3,026
Studio
$3,599
$4,082
$3,213
Overall Review of Regency Columbia Village
differentiator9 reviews mention this
Memory care is a focus
Residents and families specifically praise the memory care units and daily support.
Multiple reviews describe the memory care experience directly, including units where residents are kept clean, fed, groomed, and supported with fewer behavioral issues. Families also mention that the staff understood their loved one’s needs, including during a move into memory care. Several reviewers say they considered Regency Columbia Village specifically for memory care and would recommend it based on how their loved ones are doing there.
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Meals draw strong approval
Residents and families often highlight the quality of meals and meal variety.
Reviews repeatedly bring up food, from “homemade” meals to freshly prepared dining and generous portions. Some reviewers also mention room-to-room meal support, and others describe good meal selection. A few comments connect dining to a positive day-to-day experience, including lunches that stood out during tours.
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Activities and outings keep residents involved
Daily activities, outings, and scheduled events show up often in reviews.
Residents and families describe busy activity calendars that can include game nights, church, music, and movie-style entertainment. Several reviews also mention outings and bus rides, with one describing activities planned frequently enough to look forward to. Tours and visits are described as lively, with residents participating rather than just passing time.
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Unprofessional care concerns appear
Some reviews raise serious concerns about unprofessional conduct and neglect.
A smaller set of reviews report breakdowns in communication, poor responsiveness, and staff behavior that felt disrespectful to residents or families. Other reviews describe neglect-related problems, including residents left without needed help and inadequate assistance with care tasks. There are also comments alleging medication handling issues and instances where families felt management and nursing did not address concerns appropriately.
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Features
Housing
56 resident community capacity
1-bedroom apartments
2-bedroom apartments
3-bedroom apartments
Condos / townhomes
Detached homes
Studio apartments
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Memory Care
Pets
Cats allowed
Dogs allowed
Amenities
Activities off-site
Activities on-site
Air-conditioning
Bath tubs
Beautician on-site
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Devotional services on-site
Dining room
Financial aid
Financing advice
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Ground floor units
Handicap accessible
Hiking trails
Home sale assistance
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Kitchenette
Laundry
Move-in coordination
Outdoor common areas
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Respite or short term stays offered
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Swimming pool / hot tub
Telephone
VA Benefits Consultation
Wellness center
Wheelchair accessible showers
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Boise Air Terminal (4 miles away)
Community operated transportation
Transportation & parking
Transportation arrangement
Care Services
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Ambulatory care
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Diabetic care
High acuity care
Hospice care
Incontinence care
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Mild cognitive impairment
Special dietary restrictions
Specialized memory care programming
Dining
Anytime dining
Diabetes diet
Guest meals
Low / no sodium
Meals provided
No Sugar
Restaurant style dining
Room service
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Activities off-site
Art classes
Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Cooking classes
Day trips and outings
Devotional activities on-site
Fitness programs
Gardening club
Happy hour
Karaoke
Live dance or theater performances
Live musical performances
Mormon/LDS services
Planned day trips
Protestant services
Religious services
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Trivia games
Visiting chaplain or priest
Yoga / chair yoga
Languages Spoken
English
Nearby Places of Interest
This part of Boise, Idaho is a diverse and convenient area that offers a variety of amenities for seniors. There are several restaurant options nearby such as McDonald's, Jack In The Box, and Pho Le for dining out. For those who enjoy coffee, there are cafes like Caffe Capri and Dutch Bros Coffee within a short drive. Physicians' offices including William D Loveland and St Luke's Clinic Idaho Family Physicians are also easily accessible for medical needs. Additionally, several parks such as Barber Park and Municipal Park provide opportunities for outdoor recreation and relaxation. Pharmacies like Rite Aid and Walgreens are nearby for medication needs, while transportation options like Gate B14 and Boise Airport offer easy access to travel. Hospitals in the area include Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center and Boise VA Medical Center for comprehensive healthcare services. Overall, this part of Boise provides a convenient and welcoming environment for seniors looking to settle in the area.
Restaurants
McDonald's (0.8 miles)
Jack In The Box (3.4 miles)
Pho Le (3.6 miles)
The Refuge (3.8 miles)
The Griddle (3.8 miles)
Jersey Mike's (4 miles)
Barbacoa Grill (4 miles)
Cafes
Caffe Capri (0.8 miles)
Dutch Bros Coffee (3.3 miles)
Starbucks (4.4 miles)
Starbucks (4.9 miles)
Flying M Coffeehouse (5.4 miles)
Java Downtown Boise (5.5 miles)
Slow By Slow Coffee Bar (5.5 miles)
Physicians
William D Loveland (1 miles)
Naturopathix (2.9 miles)
St Luke's Clinic Idaho Family Physicians (3.3 miles)
Idaho Family Physicians (3.3 miles)
Allergy Clinic-Idaho (3.4 miles)
Morrell W Scott, DDS (3.4 miles)
Gem State Dermatology (3.8 miles)
Parks
Barber Park (1.3 miles)
Marianne Williams Park (1.6 miles)
Barber Park (2.2 miles)
Baggley Park (2.7 miles)
Manitou Park (4 miles)
Municipal Park (4.3 miles)
Cecil D. Andrus Park (5.6 miles)
Pharmacies
Rite Aid (2.8 miles)
Walgreens (2.9 miles)
Shopko Pharmacy (3.4 miles)
Cardinal Health (3.6 miles)
O Zone Condom Shop (4.1 miles)
Walgreens (4.8 miles)
Walgreens (5.9 miles)
Transportation
Gate B14 (4.2 miles)
Terminal B (4.2 miles)
Boise Airport (BOI) (4.3 miles)
Boise Airport Waiting Area (4.3 miles)
Hospitals
Careers at St Luke's (4.7 miles)
St Luke's MSTI Pediatric Oncology (5.1 miles)
Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center, Departments, Pediatrics (5.2 miles)
Regency Columbia Village offers competitive pricing for its senior living accommodations, particularly when compared to the broader costs in Elmore County and the state of Idaho. For instance, the monthly rate for a semi-private room at Regency is $2,339, significantly lower than the county average of $3,670 and well below the state average of $3,026. Similarly, residents opting for a studio will find the price of $3,599 to be more affordable than both Elmore County's average of $4,082 and Idaho's state average of $3,213. These cost advantages make Regency Columbia Village an attractive option for individuals seeking quality senior care while remaining budget-conscious in an increasingly challenging economic landscape.
Regency Columbia Village offers 1-bedroom apartments, 2-bedroom apartments, 3-bedroom apartments, Condos / townhomes, Detached homes, and Studio apartments.
Regency Columbia Village is designed to support residents with dementia or Alzheimer's disease through a comprehensive range of features tailored to their unique needs. The 24-hour supervision ensures constant safety and security, while assistance with activities of daily living--such as bathing, dressing, and transfers--promotes dignity and fosters independence. Incontinence care provides comfort and reassurance, and meal preparation and service ensure proper nutrition tailored to individual dietary requirements. Medication management is crucial in maintaining health stability, while the mental wellness program helps enhance cognitive function and emotional well-being. For those experiencing mild cognitive impairment, specialized memory care programming offers targeted activities that stimulate engagement and cognitive skills, creating an environment that nurtures both physical and mental health.
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