Pleasant View Apartments is a retirement home in Billings, Montana, at 825 Avenue D, providing independent and assisted living for seniors and persons with disabilities who meet income guidelines. The community has 102 independent living units across three floors, including 90 one-bedroom apartments and 12 two-bedroom apartments, with eight one-bedroom and two two-bedroom units designed for handicap accessibility. Rent's capped at no more than 30% of adjusted monthly income for those who qualify under HUD's definition of "elderly family" and the property serves people at 30%-50% of the area's median income. Utilities are included and there's air conditioning, wall-to-wall carpeting, large windows, and free laundry facilities on every floor, plus two elevators so getting around's easier. Every apartment has a kitchen or kitchenette, locking mailbox, cable and free local TV, and a 24-hour Medical Emergency Response System. There's guest parking, washers and dryers, a sprinkler system, and safety or handicap features for peace of mind, all overseen by an on-site manager and backed up by 24-hour maintenance.
The community offers residents a salon, a fitness center, a dining room, and fast internet access. Seniors enjoy a social calendar packed with monthly events like potlucks and birthday bingo, and every week there are games, cards, puzzles, music, movies, and an informal coffee klatch in the community room. There's also a Wii game system, computer center, big screen TV, and a community garden for those with a green thumb. The on-site staff are described as friendly and helpful, and they're around to help with needs and wants, five days a week, while maintenance is always on call. Seniors can expect regular housekeeping, meal planning with chef-prepared, nutritious meals, and programs supporting independent, social, physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Dining is social, making it easy to meet new friends, and there are planned educational and entertaining activities all year long. Seniors who live at Pleasant View Apartments also have quick access to medical care, since local facilities are less than two miles away, and there's a MET city bus stop practically outside the door, less than 200 feet away, making outings simple. There's a commodities distribution site for food and supplies, plus a beauty salon/barbershop for personal care. The apartments come with accessibility and safety features built in, making them suitable for older adults and people with handicaps. Homefront Partners owns and operates Pleasant View Apartments, which has won Best of Senior Living awards for care and support quality. The community's environment is friendly and supportive, and it's meant for seniors who want to stay independent but appreciate the added security and convenience. Nearby areas include Fredericktown, Mt Vernon, Lexington, Bellville, and Chesterville, giving seniors an affordable living option in a nice Montana location.
