During the first quarter of 2026, Aspen Park of Cascadia held the distinction of being the largest nursing home in Latah County, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) data shows.
The facility provided 70 available beds, exceeding the county average by three as of the first quarter of 2026. Aspen Park of Cascadia cared for an average of 56.1 residents per day within that period.
The CMS awarded Aspen Park of Cascadia an overall 5 out of 5 quality rating, surpassing the Idaho state nursing home average rating of 3.2.
Paradise Creek Health and Rehab of Cascadia was the second largest nursing facility in Latah County during the quarter, offering 63 beds.
As of the first quarter of 2026, Aspen Park of Cascadia reported zero fines or penalties.
Latah County had two for-profit nursing homes in total.
U.S. Census Bureau estimates indicate the older adult population continues to grow nationwide as younger populations decrease. Between 2020 and 2024, Americans age 65 and up increased by 13%, while the population under 18 declined by 1.7%. The nation’s older population expanded significantly in the last century, rising from 4.9 million in 1920 to more than 61 million by 2024.
A 2021 study estimates nearly half of this age group, roughly 28 million people, are likely to need long-term services and support. Furthermore, over one-third may eventually require nursing home care.
“Living a long life is something that many of us want and could get,” said Jesse Slome, executive director of the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance, an education organization. “But when we live a long life, the chances of us needing long-term care increase exponentially. But when you need that type of care, there are limited options.”
| Rank | Nursing Home | Overall Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aspen Park of Cascadia | 5 |
| 2 | Paradise Creek Health and Rehab of Cascadia | 2 |
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services provided the information for this article. The original data can be accessed here.
