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Boise Assisted Living at a Glance
Patriot Angels Assisted Living Partners in Boise
All 2 communities below are a Patriot Angels partner in Boise, ready to work with veterans and surviving spouses on VA benefits.
Other Options for Veterans Near Boise
Compare a few more partner communities a short drive from Boise.
Paying for Assisted Living in Boise
Assisted living in Boise averages $5,618 a month, based on NIC MAP data published by Where You Live Matters. That is $443 above the Idaho median of $5,175 (CareScout 2025). If the family home is a concern, read how the family home affects the net worth limit. Ask each Boise community for its base rate and care-level pricing in writing; VA asks for that rate sheet too.
| Benchmark | Per month | Left after up to $3,845 |
|---|---|---|
| Boise assisted living average | $5,618 | $1,773 |
| Idaho assisted living median | $5,175 | $1,330 |
| U.S. assisted living median | $6,200 | $2,355 |
| Idaho in-home care | $7,341 | $3,496 |
Find Out What a Boise Veteran or Surviving Spouse Could Receive
Assisted living is paid care, which is what Aid & Attendance is for. A Boise veteran or surviving spouse who needs help with daily activities may qualify for up to $3,845 a month. Veterans rated 100% service-connected may also qualify; see Aid & Attendance with a 100% rating.
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How Many Veterans Live in Boise
About 13,750 veterans live in Boise, and 6,193 of them are 65 or older. Across Ada County, there are 31,500 veterans, 14,255 of them 65 or older. Figures come from the Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (2020–2024).
What Boise Families Should Ask Before Choosing
Dementia down the road
1 of the 2 Boise partners also runs memory care, so a resident whose memory declines can often stay on the same campus.
Care-level pricing
Ask how a Boise community decides care levels and how much the bill rises with each step.
Medical appointments
Ask whether the community’s transportation covers doctor visits from Boise and how far it goes.
Check the state record
Look up any Boise community’s inspection history with IDHW before you sign.
Assisted Living in Cities Near Boise
Widen the search beyond Boise with these nearby Idaho cities.
Veteran Families We’ve Helped
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Boise Assisted Living Questions
Can a Boise veteran use Aid & Attendance for assisted living?
Yes. A qualifying wartime veteran or surviving spouse in Boise who needs help with daily activities can receive up to $3,845 a month toward the community’s bill.
What does assisted living cost in Boise?
About $5,618 a month on average for the Boise area, based on NIC MAP data published by Where You Live Matters.
How many assisted living partners are in Boise?
2 in Boise, plus 11 across Idaho.
Which Boise communities also offer memory care?
1 of our 2 Boise partners does. Look for the Memory Care tag on each card.
Does a Boise community have to accept VA benefits?
No. Aid & Attendance is paid to the veteran or surviving spouse, so it can go toward the bill at any private Boise community.
More Care Options in Boise
Independent living in Boise
Active retirement in Boise, with care close by if needs change.
Memory care in Boise
Secure dementia care in Boise, offered by one of our partners here.
In-home care in Boise
Help at home in Boise; the state median is $7,341 a month.
Related Patriot Angels guides
Looking beyond Boise? See Assisted Living in Idaho or the national guide.
