Nursing Homes in Kalispell, Montana
Kalispell has 3 Medicare-certified nursing homes with 405 beds. The city average CMS rating is 3.0 stars, which is at Montana's state average of 3.0 stars. 0 facilities earn a B grade or better and are recommended for family consideration.
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Worth Considering
0
Facilities graded A or B that meet our quality standards
City Average
+0.05 vs state
Total Beds
405
across 3 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
0 under CMS review
0 with abuse citations
Nurse Availability
57 min
RN time per resident daily
Meets CMS recommendation
Well Staffed
2
exceed staffing threshold
67% of facilities
Zero Fines
passed all inspections
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improved vs last year
0 declined
Top Rated in Kalispell
Immanuel Skilled Care Center
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Immanuel Skilled Care Center
★★★★★ · 78/100 · 155 beds
Brendan House
★★★★★ · 35/100 · 110 beds
Kalispell Rehabilitation And Nursing Llc
★★★★★ · 0/100 · 140 beds
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About Nursing Home Care in Kalispell
When it comes to nursing home care in KALISPELL, MT, the options are limited and concerning. The standout is IMMANUEL SKILLED CARE CENTER, which boasts a Grade B and an impressive 5-star CMS rating. However, overall, KALISPELL presents a mixed picture, with just one good facility in a market that struggles to meet the needs of families seeking quality care.
For families actively researching care options, IMMANUEL SKILLED CARE CENTER should be at the top of your list due to its solid performance and favorable ratings. Unfortunately, the other two facilities fall short of acceptable standards. Both KALISPELL REHABILITATION AND NURSING LLC and BRENDAN HOUSE are facilities that families should avoid. The former has accumulated a staggering $95K in fines and carries a troubling Grade F, while the latter also holds a Grade F, indicating serious quality concerns. If you’re looking for better options, consider facilities in nearby cities like Whitefish or Columbia Falls.
Skip KALISPELL REHABILITATION AND NURSING LLC for its significant fines and poor rating. Also avoid BRENDAN HOUSE due to its failing grade. When visiting any facility, make it a point to ask about staff-to-resident ratios and inquire about any recent incidents of care violations to ensure your loved one’s safety and well-being.
Kalispell at a Glance
Good News
- • 1 community-run facility (non-profit)
- • 2 facilities have more nurses than required
- • 1 facility earned 5-star CMS rating
Be Aware
- • 1 facility has serious problems—check before visiting
- • 1 facility with critical staffing shortages
What's Changing
- → 3 facilities stayed the same
- ★ Overall: Kalispell is stable
Questions Kalispell Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?
CMS recommends 0.75 hrs; Kalispell avg is 0.95 hrs (57 min)
Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?
0 of 3 Kalispell facilities have zero fines
What were your most recent inspection findings?
Ask for specifics—1 local facility has serious deficiencies
What is your staff-to-resident ratio on weekends?
Weekend staffing often differs from weekday levels
Finding Quality Nursing Home Care in Kalispell, Montana
Kalispell, Montana's Flathead County seat, has 3 Medicare-certified nursing homes with approximately 405 beds. Families have solid options to choose from.
Kalispell vs. Montana: Near State Average
Kalispell nursing homes perform near the state average on key quality metrics. The city's average CMS rating of 3.00 stars is close to Montana's statewide average of 2.95 stars.
0 of 3 facilities earn a B grade or better. Families should still research carefully, as 1 facility has significant concerns.
Understanding Our Trust Score System
The Trust Score is a 0-100 rating calculated from CMS's official nursing home database. The score combines five data categories:
- Health Inspection Results — Recent deficiencies, their severity, and patterns over time
- Staffing Levels — RN hours, total nursing hours, and weekend staffing
- Quality Measures — Clinical outcomes like falls, pressure ulcers, and rehospitalizations
- Penalties — Fines, payment denials, and enforcement actions
- Complaints — Substantiated complaints and their severity
In Kalispell, 0 facilities score a B grade or better, indicating they meet quality benchmarks across these categories. We recommend families prioritize these facilities and carefully research any facility rated C or below before visiting.
Staffing: Meeting Standards in Kalispell
Staffing levels are among the most important predictors of nursing home quality. Research consistently shows that facilities with more nursing staff—especially registered nurses—have better outcomes for residents.
Kalispell facilities average 0.95 RN hours per resident day, which meets the CMS-recommended threshold of 0.75 hours. The typical Kalispell resident receives approximately 57 minutes of RN attention daily—compared to the 45 minutes experts recommend.
2 Kalispell facilities exceed CMS staffing recommendations. Families prioritizing staffing should look for facilities with the "Top Staffing" badge and ask specifically about RN hours during facility visits.
Ownership: Mix of For-Profit and Non-Profit
Kalispell has 1 non-profit nursing homes and 2 for-profit facilities. 1 of 3 facility is chain-owned, with the remainder independently operated.
Research suggests non-profit facilities often have higher staffing levels and fewer deficiencies on average, though ownership type alone does not guarantee quality. Families should evaluate each facility individually using inspection data, staffing levels, and recent deficiency reports.
Nearby Alternatives Worth Considering
Families may also want to consider nearby Montana cities for additional options. The following Montana cities offer multiple nursing home options:
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes are in Kalispell, Montana?
Kalispell has 3 Medicare-certified nursing homes with a total of 405 beds. The city average CMS rating is 3.0 stars, which is above Montana's state average of 3.0 stars.
What are the best nursing homes in Kalispell?
Based on our Trust Score analysis of CMS inspection data, the top-rated nursing homes in Kalispell include:
- • Immanuel Skilled Care Center — Grade B, 78/100 Trust Score
- • Brendan House — Grade F, 35/100 Trust Score
- • Kalispell Rehabilitation And Nursing Llc — Grade F, 0/100 Trust Score
These facilities have strong inspection records and staffing levels.
Which Kalispell nursing homes should I avoid?
We flag 1 facility in Kalispell as high-risk based on patterns of serious deficiencies, substantial fines, or placement on CMS's Special Focus Facility list. These facilities are marked with warning indicators in our listings above.
We recommend avoiding facilities with: Grade D or F, recent "Immediate Jeopardy" citations (indicating serious harm or risk to residents), or those on CMS's Special Focus Facility list.
The Bottom Line on Kalispell Nursing Homes
Kalispell offers typical nursing home options for the state. Focus your search on the 0 facilities graded A or B, particularly those with zero fines and strong staffing. Avoid the 1 high-risk facilities flagged in our analysis.