St. John's Lutheran Home is a nursing and assisted living facility located in Billings, Montana. It provides a range of care services tailored to meet the needs of its residents, with support options that include nursing care, assisted living, and continuing care. The facility is certified by both Medicare and Medicaid, indicating a long-standing participation in these programs since January 1, 1967. St. John's houses 171 current occupants and offers specialized services such as occupational therapy, physical therapy, and speech therapy, ensuring comprehensive care for residents with various needs. The staff includes trained nurses who provide medical support, and the facility accommodates residents requiring incontinence and ambulatory care. Additionally, residents have access to hospice services, a pharmacy, diabetes care, and memory care.
St. John’s Lutheran Home extends amenities to enhance the quality of life for its residents, including laundry and dry cleaning services, and a barber shop and beauty salon for grooming needs. On-site activities are promoted through transportation arrangements for medical appointments and organized clubs and communities. The facility provides support through resident and family counseling, contributing to an inclusive environment. St. John's is affiliated with Saint Louis University Hospital, broadening the scope of medical support available to residents. Reviews from residents, families, and employees present a mixed view of the facility. Positive feedback highlights a clean environment, beautiful campus, and compassionate staff, suggesting areas of effective and professional care. Nevertheless, criticism focuses on the quality of care, particularly in Jensen Cottage, reports of neglect, and management issues, indicating variability in experiences across different areas within the facility.
Costs at this community start at $3,495 and range up to $6,600. The average price in the community is $5,048, which is more than the average price in the area of $4,763. The cost of nursing homes in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.