Heritage Living Center in Ashland, Montana, sits on over five acres, with buildings covering nearly 50,000 square feet, and you'll find the property has a five-acre wildlife sanctuary called Eagle Ridge Park where deer, antelope, and birds visit, so folks get to enjoy plenty of nature right out their window, and the front entrance faces east following Cheyenne tradition, so the community can greet Maheo at sunrise, which is a special local touch. The lobby walls feature Native American art and a Wall of Living Memories, so families and residents have a space to remember loved ones. There are 40 apartments, including one-bedroom units with private bathrooms, kitchens or kitchenettes, and many have good views of the landscape, while common areas include a library, chapel, activity rooms, a physical therapy suite, lounges, and a family room with a fireplace, so there's always a comfortable spot to sit and visit. Residents can choose between independent living options for those who get around on their own, or assisted living and memory care if they need help with daily needs like bathing, dressing, or medication, and the care team includes CNAs, LPNs/LVNs, and RNs who are on site around the clock for help and supervision, with a 24-hour call system for safety.
Meals happen in a communal dining hall, with all-day, restaurant-style, and special allergy or diabetic meals available, and there's meal preparation for those who need it, plus housekeeping and laundry services so residents don't have to worry about chores. Regular activities fill the week, including arts and crafts, daily exercise, spiritual services, social events, and hobby spaces for puzzles, Indian beadwork, sewing, photography, or talks, and some activities are run by the residents themselves too-there's movie nights, group outings, and plenty to keep the mind and body active. The grounds include walking trails, a garden, patios for outdoor enjoyment, and a small library, while indoor spaces offer TVs, entertainment rooms, an arts room, and a beauty salon/barbershop for haircuts. Residents can use cable television, a telephone, and Wi-Fi in their rooms, and staff handle transportation as needed for appointments.
Heritage Living Center accepts elders who need some help with daily tasks or those looking for a place to stay independent but worry less about cooking and cleaning, and the center stays close to local hospitals and doctors. State or local authorities license the facility, and there's personalized care plans to help each resident keep their dignity and independence as much as possible. Heritage Living Center welcomes families to tour the community, meet staff and residents, and get a feel for daily life first-hand. The property's setting, Cheyenne details, community spaces, and variety of amenities give residents a warm, comfortable place to call home, where wildlife and the quiet views are part of everyday life, and neighbors stay connected to local heritage and to each other.
