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Idyllically situated in a low valley ringed by towering mountain ranges, Missoula is an outdoor paradise that’s highly attractive to active seniors who enjoy hunting, fishing, hiking, boating, birdwatching and other nature-based recreational pursuits. It’s also a college town with a thriving arts and culture scene with its own symphony, lots of independent bookstores and art galleries and abundant community spirit that shows in its civic events and celebrations. Missoula has a four-season climate with midsummer highs in the 80s and winter lows in the upper teens. Snow enthusiasts love it here because the area receives significantly more snow during winter than the national average.
Assisted living facilities in Missoula, MT are a great option for seniors wanting to maintain their independence and have support available. Life in assisted living communities usually includes daily meals and access to social and recreational events and personal care services. The Genworth 2021 Cost of Care Survey shows that seniors in Missoula, MT pay a monthly average of $4,650 for their care, which is slightly higher than the state and national averages.
This guide provides information about care costs and resources relevant to life in an assisted living facility.
Hundreds of thousands of American seniors utilize assisted living, a figure that is only growing. For these seniors, assisted living combines residential housing,assistance in daily activities, and some healthcare. These communities also strive to provide an atmosphere that is comfortable and engaging for their residents… Read More >
COVID-19 restrictions and rules for Assisted Living Facilities are typically set by the state – to see the rules in your state, you can read our guide to Assisted Living in Montana. Keep in mind that there may be other policies that communities put in place to protect their residents, so you should contact your local community for more information. Additionally, you can contact your local Area Agency on Aging to learn more – find contact information here.
Seniors in Missoula pay $4,650 monthly for assisted living.
In Missoula, seniors can expect assisted living facilities to charge about $4,650 monthly for their services. This figure is $200 above the state average of $4,450 and $150 more expensive than the national average of $4,500.
The cost of assisted living in Missoula is $4,650 monthly. Assisted living costs in Billings are marginally lower than this rate at $4,564, saving you $86 monthly. Seniors can expect to pay $4,150 for the same or similar services in Great Falls, MT. The costs of assisted living in neighboring Idaho cities are similar, with Coeur d’Alene, ID, averaging around $4,675 monthly and Lewiston, ID, averaging a lower fee of $4,410.
Since not everyone can afford to pay for assisted living out-of-pocket, it’s important to find alternative methods to help make assisted living more affordable. Some of these options include:
For more information about your options for making assisted living more affordable, visit our guide to Assisted Living in Montana.
| Contact | Description | |
| Missoula Aging Services | (406) 728-7682 | As the Area Agency on Aging, Missoula Aging Services oversees the senior nutrition program in Missoula, provides Medicare and Medicaid counseling and maintains a long-term care ombudsman office. The agency also hosts workshops on a variety of wellness issues relevant to aging. |
| Missoula Senior Citizens Center | (406) 543-7154 | Membership at Missoula Senior Citizens Center is open to anyone aged 50 and over. The center is open Monday through Friday and provides nutritious hot lunches on these days as well as a variety of social and recreational activities. There is a quilters’ group, a travel group and a thrift shop that is primarily operated by volunteers. |
| American Legion Post 27 | (406) 543-7391 | Veterans and their families can join the American Legion to access opportunities to socialize with other veterans and their families, volunteer to help out with community-based projects sponsored by the organization and receive assistance filling out forms and otherwise accessing benefits to which veterans and their families are entitled. The American Legion also provides emergency funds in some situations. |
| Mountain Line | (406) 721-3333 | Mountain Line’s fixed-route vehicles are all accessible for mobility devices. ADA-compliant paratransit service is also available for eligible riders. Seniors who do not qualify for the paratransit service can access the Mountain Line Shuttle Van, which provides seniors with curb-to-curb transportation between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. on Saturdays. |
| Volunteer Missoula | (406) 549-6104 | Volunteer Missoula operates under the umbrella of the Missoula Nonprofit Center, which is a subsidiary of the United Way. Interested seniors can connect with opportunities to put their skills and opportunities to good use by volunteering with local nonprofit organizations and civic agencies. |
Assisted Living Facilities in the Missoula area are required to follow a set of rules and regulations that are determined at the state level. For an overview of those rules and regulations, see the information below. For more specific information, talk with your local community or Area Agency on Aging.
