Cuyuna Regional Medical Center in Crosby, MN
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Cuyuna Regional Medical Center is an assisted living and memory care community in Crosby, MN.
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320 East Main Street, Crosby, MN 56441
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
Dining choices and coffee are frequently praised by residents.
Several residents highlight the Cornerstone Café, calling out the coffee and food as a bright spot during visits. Others similarly mention that the food and coffee are excellent, making it easier to get through appointments.
Residents consistently describe staff as kind and professional.
Across multiple experiences, residents describe the people they encounter as friendly, helpful, and caring. They also mention that nurses and other support staff take time to explain things and make visits feel more comfortable.
Some residents report major dissatisfaction with billing.
A recurring complaint is high or confusing charges, including examples residents describe as significantly more expensive than comparable care elsewhere. Others mention problems with coding or back-and-forth with billing teams, including continued attempts to collect while issues are still being corrected.
Parking availability is a repeated pain point.
Residents mention that parking is over capacity and not sufficient, including difficulty finding handicap spaces and general lack of spots. One resident also notes parking in unsafe areas when the lot is full, which adds stress around appointments.
Some residents report frustrating scheduling and wait times.
Several residents describe delays between appointment times and being seen, along with limited short-notice access. There are also mentions of appointments being changed or canceled without clear communication, and at least one longer in-department wait without updates.
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69 resident community capacity
Assisted Living
Memory Care
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Brainerd-Crow Wing County Regional (11 miles away)
Community operated transportation Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation to doctors appointments
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system 24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program Mild cognitive impairment
Special dietary restrictions Specialized memory care programming Diabetes diet Special dietary restrictions Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services Fitness programs
Planned day trips Resident-run activities Scheduled daily activitiesCuyuna Regional Medical Center is located at 320 East Main Street, Crosby, MN 56441 in Crow Wing County, Minnesota
Cuyuna Regional Medical Center's comprehensive suite of features is designed to address the multifaceted needs of residents with dementia or Alzheimer's disease, promoting their dignity and quality of life. Assistance with dressing, bathing, and transfers ensures that individuals receive the physical support necessary for maintaining personal hygiene and mobility without feeling overwhelmed. Medication management helps to prevent errors and ensure adherence to prescribed regimens, a critical aspect of health maintenance in this population. Meal preparation and service cater to nutritional needs while accommodating dietary restrictions, fostering both physical health and social interaction during mealtimes. Activities of daily living assistance allows residents to engage in meaningful routines while receiving necessary help tailored to their cognitive abilities. Additionally, 24-hour supervision provides reassurance for families and safety for residents; integrated mental wellness programs address emotional aspects by offering therapeutic activities that stimulate cognitive function. Specialized memory care programming further enriches the environment by focusing on individualized approaches that adapt to varying stages of cognitive decline, including those with mild cognitive impairment, ultimately enhancing overall well-being among residents.
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