Homedale, ID · 58 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Homedale's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $9,850–$12,130/mo
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Idaho State Veterans Home - Boise
320 Collins Road, Boise, ID 83702 · Ada County
54
FairHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.
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Availability outlookUsually has openings
Typically 62% full — availability is generally good.
Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Boise
Idaho State Veterans Home - Boise is a government-owned skilled nursing facility in Boise, ID, with 122 certified beds and an average of about 76 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 5/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.20 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.27 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 38.8%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 12 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.20 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •12 deficiencies at last survey
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Boise options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 122
- Avg. residents/day
- 76
- Ownership
- Government - State
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 135131
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
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| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $9,850–$12,130/mo (median $10,700) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Boise City prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 4.20
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 1.27
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 38.8%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 12
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2025-05-16
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (27 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-05-16Severity F — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
2025-05-16Severity F — potential for harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
2025-05-16Severity F — potential for harmFrom a complaintAdministration Deficiencies
Employ staff that are licensed, certified, or registered in accordance with state laws.
2025-05-16Severity F — potential for harmFrom a complaintAdministration Deficiencies
Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
2025-05-16Severity F — potential for harmFrom a complaintInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2025-05-16Severity F — potential for harmFrom a complaintAdministration Deficiencies
Develop, implement, and/or maintain an effective training program for all new and existing staff members.
2025-05-16Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
2025-05-16Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Physical therapy
- ✓ Scheduled transportation
- ✓ Restaurant-style dining
- ✓ Chapel / worship services
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ Courtyard / outdoor space
- ✓ Gardens / walking paths
- ✓ Library
Location
320 Collins Road, Boise, ID
- Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Idaho State Veterans Home - Boise
How much does Idaho State Veterans Home - Boise cost?
Idaho State Veterans Home - Boise does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Boise, ID area typically runs $9,850–$12,130 per month (median $10,700, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Idaho State Veterans Home - Boise's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Idaho State Veterans Home - Boise 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 5/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Idaho State Veterans Home - Boise?
Staff provide about 4.20 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 38.8% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Idaho State Veterans Home - Boise?
Idaho State Veterans Home - Boise has 27 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-05-16). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Idaho State Veterans Home - Boise have availability?
Typically 62% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Idaho State Veterans Home - Boise offer?
Idaho State Veterans Home - Boise in Boise, ID offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 122 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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