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Village Health Care Center in Missoula, MT

Village Health Care Center is an assisted living and memory care community in Missoula, MT.

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Village Health Care Center in Missoula, MT

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2651 South Ave W, Missoula, MT 59804

To contact a resident: (406) 728-9162

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

3.1 from 45 reviews
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Overall Review of Village Health Care Center

common 20 reviews mention this

Staff compassion shows up clearly

Many reviewers describe staff who treat residents with compassion and professionalism.

Across many reviews, families and residents describe staff who are patient, professional, and attentive, including nurses, med techs, and CNAs. Several also mention dignity in day-to-day care and good communication with family members. Some reviewers even highlight specific moments that made them feel reassured, from help with complex needs to feeling confident that residents were not being neglected.

caveat 5 reviews mention this

Rehab and therapy quality varies

Therapy support for rehab needs is inconsistent across reviewers.

Some residents describe attentive physical and occupational therapy and say their recovery needs were met. Others report that therapy was not provided as expected, including delays or no follow-through on rehab goals. A few reviews also describe care plans being put in place for recovery, while contrasting experiences suggest results can depend on the day and specific staff support.

caveat 7 reviews mention this

Food draws strong reactions

Food quality is a frequent point of praise or complaint in reviews.

Several reviews criticize meals as terrible, unedible, served cold, or lacking fresh produce, and some connect food to resident nutrition and well-being. Other reviewers counter that the food was balanced and appealing and that residents received enough to eat comfortably. With such mixed feedback, prospective families may want to watch how meals are handled for their loved one’s preferences and routines.

  • An elegantly designed dining room with well-arranged tables and chairs, illuminated by chandeliers.
caveat 11 reviews mention this

Communication and call-light response

Communication and timely response to needs is a repeated concern.

A number of reviewers say their loved ones had problems getting help when needed, including delayed responses after call lights were pushed. Others mention medications being late or wrong, or staff not following up after concerns were raised. On the more positive side, some reviewers describe good communication with family and responsive leadership when they raised questions, which makes the negative accounts feel especially pronounced.

How we summarize

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Features

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Independent Living Independent Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care

Amenities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas

Transportation

  • Missoula International (5 miles away) Missoula International (5 miles away)

Care Services

  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care

Dining

  • Meals provided Meals provided

Activities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Missoula, Montana, offers a convenient and vibrant community for senior living. With several hospitals and physicians' offices within close proximity, residents have easy access to medical care. There are also numerous pharmacies nearby for medication needs. The area boasts several parks for outdoor recreation and relaxation, as well as a variety of restaurants and cafes for dining out or meeting with friends. Additionally, there are places of worship in the vicinity for spiritual fulfillment. Overall, this neighborhood provides a well-rounded environment that caters to the diverse needs and interests of older individuals seeking a comfortable and engaging place to call home.

Hospitals

  • Village Health Care Center (0.1 miles)
  • CMC Missoula (0.1 miles)
  • Big Sky Surgery Center (0.2 miles)
  • Joint Repair Clinic of Montana (2.5 miles)
  • Cancer Center-St Patrick Hospital and Health Sciences Cen (2.8 miles)

Physicians

  • Wellcare (0.1 miles)
  • Mountain View Family Medicine (0.1 miles)
  • Gary MD Harvey Ob Gyn Infertility (0.1 miles)
  • Northern Rockies Orthopaedics (0.1 miles)
  • Parkside Community Family Care (0.1 miles)
  • Dr. D. L. Hubbard, MD (0.1 miles)
  • Woman To Woman (0.1 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Shopko Missoula Pharmacy (0.3 miles)
  • Missoula Pharmacy (0.9 miles)
  • Missoula Fresh Market (0.9 miles)
  • Walmart Pharmacy (1.1 miles)
  • Albertsons Pharmacy (1.6 miles)
  • Walmart Pharmacy (2.6 miles)
  • Albertsons Pharmacy (2.6 miles)

Parks

  • Fort Missoula Recreation Area (0.4 miles)
  • Bonner Park (2.5 miles)
  • McCormick Park (2.6 miles)
  • Evelyn Borg Johnson Park (2.6 miles)
  • Bess Reed Park (2.8 miles)

Restaurants

  • Notorious Pig BBQ (0.8 miles)
  • Paradise Falls (0.8 miles)
  • Jimmy John's (0.9 miles)
  • Taco Bell (0.9 miles)
  • MacKenzie River Pizza Co. (0.9 miles)
  • McDonald's (0.9 miles)
  • Applebee's (1 miles)

Cafes

  • Florence Coffee (1.4 miles)
  • Starbucks (1.4 miles)
  • Cambie Taphouse + Coffee (2.2 miles)
  • Le Petit Outre Breads (2.5 miles)
  • Liquid Planet Grille (2.8 miles)
  • Market on Front (2.8 miles)
  • Ducrey Chocolate Maker (2.9 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Meadow View Church (1.7 miles)
  • Missoula Alliance Church (2.2 miles)
  • St Francis Xavier Church (2.9 miles)

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