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Reviews for The Cottages at Columbia Village are sharply split: many families describe a warm, home-like community with attentive caregivers and good food, while several others report serious lapses in care, including neglect, poor communication, and disrespectful staff. The mix of five-star praise and one-star warnings suggests inconsistent experiences depending on the caregiving team and time period.
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The Cottages at Columbia Village is a senior living community in Boise, Idaho offering Assisted Living, Memory Care and Independent Living. Amenities include Professional Chef, Outdoor Patio and Fitness Center. Published pricing starts around $5,000 per month. Families rate it 3.9 out of 5 across 34 reviews.
The Cottages at Columbia Village is located on the east side of Boise at 3521 E Lake Forest Dr, across from the Simplot Soccer fields. The community consists of four 15-bed homes that converge on a central courtyard, giving residents and families a quiet, natural outdoor space to relax in a safe environment.
The Cottages at Columbia Village offers both assisted living and memory care. Caregivers are specially trained to support seniors who need additional help with daily living as well as those living with Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia, providing personalized care. Respite care and adult day care are also available for those seeking short-term or daytime support.
Each of The Cottages assisted living homes is licensed by the State of Idaho, ensuring residents receive care within a regulated framework.
The community is led by Kristin Baisden, Regional Director, who has many years of experience in senior care, including assisted living and home health and hospice, with particular expertise in caring for individuals with Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia.
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Help Me Choose3.9overall · 34 ratings combined
3.9★ on Google (34)
Lisa Lesmeister
Mar 2026
Friendly staff, home like environment, activities to do , homemade meals ,snacks and bus rides that are pretty interesting!! Residents are well taken care of and treated right !! Absolutely would recommend this place to anyone who is looking for assisted living or memory care !!
James Hunt
Mar 2026
The Cottages is great! The staff are very friendly, attentive, and always eager to help!
Barbara McCrary
Mar 2026
Having loved ones at The Cottages of Columbia Village has been a great experience. It is nice to have staff that not only know my loved ones but they also know family. So nice meeting Rita the new Quality of Life. She is meeting each resident and trying to get likes and dislikes. Looking forward to helping plant flowers in courtyard.
Aristen Davis
Mar 2026
Very warm and welcoming community!
Southern Gotchy
Mar 2026
I’ve had consistently positive experiences at The Cottages of Columbia Village. Each visit has been welcoming, comfortable, and well organized. The staff members are always kind, attentive, and willing to help with anything that comes up. Their professionalism and genuine care for residents and visitors really stand out. The environment is clean, peaceful, and well maintained, which makes it a pleasant place to spend time. It’s clear that a lot of effort goes into creating a safe and supportive community. Every interaction I’ve had has left a good impression, and I appreciate how respectful and compassionate everyone is.
The Cottages at Columbia Village offers Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.
Published pricing at The Cottages at Columbia Village starts around $5,000 per month. Final costs depend on care needs and apartment selection; contact the community for a detailed quote.
Yes. The Cottages at Columbia Village lists respite and short-term care among its options. A respite stay gives a family caregiver a planned break while your loved one receives full care, and it also works as a low-commitment trial before a permanent move.
Yes. The Cottages at Columbia Village is listed as accepting Medicaid. Availability of Medicaid beds can be limited, so confirm current openings directly with the community.
The Cottages at Columbia Village is located at 3521 E Lake Forest Dr in Boise, Idaho.
Reviews for The Cottages at Columbia Village are sharply split: many families describe a warm, home-like community with attentive caregivers and good food, while several others report serious lapses in care, including neglect, poor communication, and disrespectful staff. The mix of five-star praise and one-star warnings suggests inconsistent experiences depending on the caregiving team and time period.
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