SeniorCareRanked
Idaho/Boise
41
Poor

Terraces of Boise, The

5301 E Warm Springs Ave, Boise, ID 83716
CMS Overall Rating

Summary

Terraces of Boise, The is a 48-bed non profit - corporation nursing home located in Boise, Idaho. It has an overall CMS rating of 2 out of 5 stars and a Trust Score of 41 out of 100, indicating below-average quality and potential concerns. Staff turnover is 50%. This facility has received 2 fine(s) totaling $20,501. 13 health deficiencies were found during the most recent inspection. It is part of the HUMANGOOD chain.

How This Compares

Trust Score41/100 (↓ Worse than avg 55/100)
Overall Rating2/5 stars (↓ Worse than avg 3/5 stars)
Total Nurse Hours/Resident/Day5.1 hrs (↑ Better than avg 3.8 hrs)
RN Hours/Resident/Day1.11 hrs (↑ Better than avg 0.6 hrs)
Staff Turnover50% (↓ Worse than avg 40%)
Deficiencies13 (↓ Worse than avg 4)

Red Flags

  • Abuse icon flagged by CMS
  • 2 fine(s) totaling $20,501
  • 2 penalty(ies) imposed

CMS Star Ratings

Overall
Health Inspection
Staffing
Quality Measures

Staffing

Total nurse hours/resident/day5.1
RN hours/resident/day1.11
Staff turnover50%
RN turnover45.5%

Facility Information

Beds48
Avg residents39.3
OwnershipNon profit - Corporation
Provider typeMedicare
ChainHUMANGOOD
Deficiencies (last inspection)13
Resident/Family councilYes

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What to Look for When Visiting Terraces of Boise, The

Use this checklist during an in-person visit. First impressions reveal more than brochures or websites ever will.

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Is there an unpleasant smell?

A persistent odor (urine, feces, or heavy chemical deodorizer) indicates poor hygiene maintenance. Brief cooking smells are normal; lingering waste odors are not.

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Are residents engaged or sitting idle?

Active residents (playing games, talking, in therapy) indicate quality programming. A room full of people staring at a TV during daytime is a concerning sign.

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Count staff vs. residents during your visit

Terraces of Boise, The reports 5.1 total nurse hours per resident per day. During your visit, observe whether staff seem rushed or overwhelmed — the real ratio matters more than reported numbers.

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Ask about staff consistency

Staff turnover is 50% — near the national average. Still ask whether your family member will have consistent caregivers assigned.

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Ask about their most recent inspection

13 deficiencies were found in the last inspection. Ask specifically: "What were they, and what have you done to fix them?" A transparent facility will answer clearly.

Data from CMS Nursing Home Compare, a public database maintained by the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. This information is provided for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice or a recommendation. Always visit facilities in person and consult with healthcare professionals before making care decisions.