nursing home in Ashton, ID
Ashton Memorial Living Center
700 North Second Street, Ashton, ID 83420 · (208) 652-7461
★★★★★5
Much above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★5
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Ashton Memorial Living Center at a glance
Ashton Memorial Living Center is a 38-bed for-profit nursing home in Ashton, Idaho (Fremont County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Idaho average of 3.2.
Residents receive about 4.7 hours of nursing care per day (1.1 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (December 10, 2025) found 6 health citations. The Idaho average is 10.3.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 52.4% per year (state average 50.3%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 38
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- June 19, 1985
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Fremont County
- CMS Certification Number
- 135097
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Idaho avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Idaho avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.65 hrs | 4.04 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.14 hrs | 0.86 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.26 hrs | 2.44 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.11 hrs | 3.49 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 52.4% | 50.3% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 30% | 41% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Idaho avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 6 | 10 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 6 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 33 | 63.1 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Idaho avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $13,374 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Idaho avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 38 | 76 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 26 | 57 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 67.6% | 76.3% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Idaho avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 0% | 3% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 1.5% | 3.2% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 14.3% | 20.1% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1% | 2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1% | 1.2% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 12.2% | 15.6% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 5.2% | 16.1% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 9.1% | 5.2% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 9.7% | 15.1% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.1% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 14.9% | 16.3% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 24.7% | 22.1% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 96.2% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 97.3% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Idaho avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 2.6% | 1.8% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 91.2% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 24 health deficiencies and 9 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 10, 2025 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 19, 2026 |
| December 10, 2025 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 19, 2026 |
| December 10, 2025 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 19, 2026 |
| December 10, 2025 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 13, 2026 |
| December 10, 2025 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 13, 2026 |
| December 10, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 13, 2026 |
| December 10, 2025 Standard | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 13, 2026 |
| December 10, 2025 Standard | Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0730 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 13, 2026 |
| December 10, 2025 Standard | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0628 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 13, 2026 |
| November 8, 2024 Fire safety | Create arrangements with other facilities to receive patients. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0025 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 13, 2024 |
| November 8, 2024 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 13, 2024 |
| November 8, 2024 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 13, 2024 |
| November 8, 2024 Standard | Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0730 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 13, 2024 |
| November 8, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 13, 2024 |
| November 8, 2024 Standard | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 13, 2024 |
| November 8, 2024 Standard | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 13, 2024 |
| November 8, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 13, 2024 |
| November 8, 2024 Standard | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0582 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 13, 2024 |
| November 8, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 13, 2024 |
| November 8, 2024 Standard | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0644 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 13, 2024 |
| November 8, 2024 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 13, 2024 |
| November 1, 2019 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 4, 2019 |
| November 1, 2019 Fire safety | Ensure equipment listed for use in oxygen-enriched atmospheres are correctly labeled. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0928 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 1, 2019 |
| November 1, 2019 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 24, 2019 |
| November 1, 2019 Fire safety | Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0741 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 1, 2019 |
| November 1, 2019 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 6, 2019 |
| November 1, 2019 Standard | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 6, 2019 |
| November 1, 2019 Standard | Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0604 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 6, 2019 |
| November 1, 2019 Standard | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0623 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 6, 2019 |
| November 1, 2019 Standard | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 6, 2019 |
| November 1, 2019 Standard | Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 6, 2019 |
| November 1, 2019 Standard | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 6, 2019 |
| November 1, 2019 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 6, 2019 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| NIELSEN, SUZANNE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/24/2007 |
| PACKER, MICHAEL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2020 |
| SHULDBERG, SHON Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2009 |
| BLANCHARD, GARTH Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/21/2022 |
| DAVIDSON, MICHAEL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/21/2022 |
| NIELSEN, SUZANNE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/24/2007 |
| PACKER, MICHAEL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2020 |
| SHULDBERG, SHON Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2009 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Ashton Memorial Living Center's rating?
Ashton Memorial Living Center has 5 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Idaho nursing homes is 3.2 stars.
How many inspection citations did Ashton Memorial Living Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 6 citations, compared with a Idaho average of 10.3. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Ashton Memorial Living Center accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Ashton Memorial Living Center?
It is for profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Ashton Memorial Living Center and how do I contact it?
Ashton Memorial Living Center is at 700 North Second Street, Ashton, ID 83420. Phone: (208) 652-7461.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.