1801 9th Street South, Great Falls, MT 59405
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
The Lodge Costs & Pricing
The Lodge offers competitive monthly rental rates that stand out favorably when compared to both Cascade County and the broader state of Montana. For instance, a studio at The Lodge is priced at $2,662, significantly lower than the average county rate of $3,660 and the state average of $3,729. Similarly, one-bedroom units at The Lodge cost $3,042, which is more affordable than the county's $3,303 and the state's $3,468. For those seeking two-bedroom accommodations, The Lodge remains attractive with a monthly fee of $3,629 compared to Cascade County's steep rate of $5,223 and Montana's average of $4,247. These cost advantages reflect The Lodge's commitment to providing quality living spaces while maintaining affordability in a competitive market.
| Floor plans | The Lodge | Cascade County | Montana |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $2,662 | $3,660 | $3,729 |
| 1 Bedroom | $3,042 | $3,303 | $3,468 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $3,629 | $5,223 | $4,247 |
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Overall Review of The Lodge
Pros
The care staff are very attentive to residents' needs.- The administration is wonderful.
- The staff jump in without hesitation.
- It is a great place for loved ones.
- The staff regularly tell residents that they are loved.
- The Lodge is a nice, clean facility with comprehensive amenities.
- They take residents on various excursions.
- They offer three good meals a day and a different menu for variety.
- The rooms are nice, well-sized, and clean.
- The staff are very good, nice, and courteous.
- They are opening up the dining facility and allowing visitors.
- Everything about The Lodge is great.
- The activities director is outstanding and very caring.
- The Lodge is ideal for residents who want to be active.
- The nurses and aides pay attention to every detail.
- They promptly inform families about changes.
- The facility sanitizes quickly and thoroughly.
Cons
The place is not getting cleaned. - It has been three weeks since the cleaner has been in.
- The quality of the food is not good.
- They are paying almost $5,000 a month for services that are not fully carried through.
- During COVID, they are not as open as they could be.
Review
The Lodge in Great Falls is best suited for seniors who want a warm, hands-on assisted living experience where a proactive, caring staff and stable management create a reliable daily rhythm. This community earns its strongest endorsements from families looking for attentive aides who truly know residents’ names, a leadership team that backs frontline staff, and a program that keeps residents engaged through outings, events, and varied meals. It suits people who value a home-like environment, spacious rooms, and convenient access features (like elevators for mobility aids) that support independence without sacrificing supervision.
Those weighing alternatives should consider if cleanliness consistency, dining quality, or premium cost are non-negotiables. A few families report lapses in housekeeping timing or routine cleaning, and others question the ongoing quality of meals. With pricing around the five-thousand-dollar mark per month, families will want clear, upfront confirmations about what is included and what requires additional charges. For seniors whose standards hinge on frequent deep cleaning, ultra-refined dining, or highly specialized medical oversight beyond assisted living, exploring other options may yield a tighter alignment with expectations.
On the plus side, the staff reality at The Lodge is a strong differentiator. Resident care is described as exceptionally attentive, with a manager who backs the team and an administration that steps in quickly and authentically. Families repeatedly note that caregivers are courteous, communicative, and deeply involved in medications, dressing, and other activities of daily living. The dining room habitually comes across as clean and welcoming, with a menu that offers daily choices plus alternatives, and rooms are praised for size, brightness, and neat presentation. The combination of a responsive maintenance crew, timely communication, and a variety of on-site and off-site activities, bingo, arts, and live performances, creates a lively, socially rich environment.
However, the notes on cleanliness and dining are not uniformly flawless. One family highlighted a three-week gap since the last cleaning, which raises legitimate concerns about daily upkeep and resident comfort if left unchecked. Another family described the food as not meeting expectations, despite loving the staff and the apartment’s look. These concerns matter because they touch the everyday lived experience: if housekeeping and meals consistently disappoint, even excellent staffing cannot fully compensate. Yet the repeated success stories about activity leadership, compassionate interactions, and family communication suggest these issues are not systemic in every unit or shift.
In practice, the strongest pros tend to offset many cons through durable strengths in care culture and resident engagement. The Lodge’s staff-first ethos, supported by a hands-on admin team, creates reliable, personal accountability that families feel in real time, phone calls explaining changes, timely assistance with technology and bedside needs, and a sense that staff treat residents like family. The facility’s layout and amenities support independence while ensuring supervision, and the active calendar gives residents meaningful reasons to participate rather than merely occupy time. When management and staff align on front-line care, the advantages in safety, warmth, and routine can outweigh occasional lapses in housekeeping or menu variation.
Ultimately, the practical takeaway is clear. This community is a strong fit for families prioritizing a caring, engaged atmosphere with accessible amenities, a robust activities program, and dependable staff–driven care at a reasonable price point for the value received. Prospective residents and their families should verify housekeeping schedules, request current dining audits, and get a candid sense of how medication management is handled day-to-day. Tour the grounds with attention to cleanliness workflow, speak directly with the activities director about the cadence of programs, and meet caregivers who will become daily partners in care. If those elements align, The Lodge stands out as a practical, compassionate choice for assisted living in Great Falls.
21 resident community capacity
Assisted Living
Cats allowed
Dogs allowed
Activities off-site
Air-conditioning
Beautician on-site
Cable or satellite TV
Devotional services off-site
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor common areas
Respite or short term stays offered
Telephone
Wheelchair accessible showers
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Great Falls International (4 miles away)
24-hour call system
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Diabetic care
Incontinence care
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
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