12Th Ave Residence is an assisted living community in Bloomington, MN.
Information last verified:
8327 12Th Avenue South, Bloomington, MN 55425
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
3.8 from 106 reviews
5 stars
54
4 stars
16
3 stars
10
2 stars
10
1 stars
16
Overall Review of 12Th Ave Residence
caveat12 reviews mention this
Pests and odor concerns recur
Several residents report mice and roaches, sometimes alongside mold issues.
Multiple reviews describe recurring pest problems, including roaches and mice, with some residents saying they keep seeing them even after extermination attempts. A few reviews also mention mold growth in bathrooms and related maintenance that felt incomplete. These reports include both lived-in experiences and move-out situations where residents say pests affected the space or belongings.
caveat4 reviews mention this
Pool access often falls short
Pool amenities are frequently described as unavailable or under maintenance.
Residents describe the indoor pool as closed or difficult to access despite posted hours. Others mention the outdoor pool being unavailable for long stretches, or generally seeing pools closed most of the time. At least one review connects this to an ongoing maintenance pattern rather than a short-term closure.
caveat6 reviews mention this
Repairs can be slow or incomplete
Some residents say maintenance doesn’t follow through promptly.
Several reviews describe maintenance situations that linger, including plumbing problems where the follow-up didn’t happen for weeks. Others mention waiting on items like windows or balcony-related repairs, or describing repairs that stopped after an initial visit. A few residents also describe inconsistencies in how repairs are handled and the feeling that issues aren’t addressed fully the first time.
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Features
Housing
4 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Amenities
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Minneapolis-St Paul International (3 miles away)
Care Services
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Coordination with health care providers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Dining
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Community-sponsored activities
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
Pharmacies
Walgreens (0.7 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.7 miles)
Walgreens (2.4 miles)
Walgreens (2.6 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (3.3 miles)
Walgreens (3.5 miles)
Walgreens (3.9 miles)
Transportation
Mall of America LRT Station (0.9 miles)
Delta Employee Bus Stop #1 (1.8 miles)
Terminal 2-Humphrey (2.1 miles)
TSA Checkpoint 1 (2.2 miles)
Concourse F (3 miles)
Terminal 1-Lindbergh (3.1 miles)
Concourse E (3.2 miles)
Restaurants
Hazelwood Food and Drinks (1.1 miles)
Taco Bell (1.1 miles)
Culver's (1.1 miles)
Chipotle Mexican Grill (2.2 miles)
McDonald's (2.5 miles)
Chick-Fil-A (2.7 miles)
Pizza Lucé Richfield (2.7 miles)
Cafes
Panera Bread (1.8 miles)
Starbucks (2.3 miles)
Starbucks (3.6 miles)
Starbucks (4.4 miles)
Starbucks (4.9 miles)
Panera Bread (5.2 miles)
Caribou Coffee (5.5 miles)
Physicians
Fairview Clinics (2.3 miles)
Minnesota Eye Consultants (2.5 miles)
Southwest Dermatology Specialist (2.5 miles)
Endocrinology Clinic of Minneapolis (3.2 miles)
Southdale Pediatrics (3.7 miles)
Fairview Southdale Physicians Building (4.1 miles)
CCRM Fertility of Minneapolis (4.1 miles)
Parks
Taft Park (2.7 miles)
Centennial Lakes Park (3.5 miles)
Bossen Field (3.6 miles)
Central Park (4.3 miles)
Minnehaha Falls Dog Park (4.7 miles)
Hidden Falls Park (4.8 miles)
Wabun Picnic Area (5.1 miles)
Theaters
0705 Amc Southdale 16 (3.8 miles)
Emagine Eagan (4.8 miles)
Hospitals
Fairview Southdale Hospital (4.1 miles)
VA Medical Center (4.3 miles)
Abbott Northwestern Center For Outpatient Care (6.7 miles)
Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) are fundamental tasks vital for an individual's independence, particularly in older adults over 85, and include functions like bathing and dressing; assessing ADLs alongside Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs) helps determine the level of required assistance due to age-related health challenges. Tailored support plans, involving family and community resources, are essential for maintaining dignity and autonomy in assisted living environments.
Medicare does not cover assisted living costs, as it focuses on acute medical needs and short-term care, with exceptions for certain medically necessary services like physical therapy. Individuals must explore other options such as Medicaid, veterans' benefits, or long-term care insurance to manage these expenses effectively.
Luxury assisted living offers high-quality senior care in a resort-like environment that combines essential medical support, gourmet dining, and personalized services to enhance residents' independence and well-being. These upscale facilities emphasize holistic health and community-building through customized care plans and social activities, catering to the growing demand for enriched senior living experiences despite higher costs.
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