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3.4 from 36 reviews
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Overall Review of Catholic Eldercare At Home
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Catholic spiritual care stands out
Residents and families highlight Catholic-focused worship and pastoral support.
Multiple reviewers bring up religious attention, including mass, communion, and liturgical participation. One reviewer says their loved one did not receive liturgical attention for a period of time, while another praises pastoral care that includes people beyond Catholics. Others also note that a church is connected to the facility.
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Transitional and skilled nursing care
The nursing care experience is tied to transitional and skilled settings.
Reviews describe both positive and negative outcomes in transitional care, including references to the transitional care unit and medical staff knowledge. One reviewer recounts excellent care during multiple transitional care stays, while another says a short recovery stay did not go well. A separate review also calls out skilled nursing care as a strength.
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Communication and coordination vary
Families describe meaningful communication, but some report trouble getting responses.
One reviewer praises the team for being well coordinated and communicating clearly with loved ones. Another says they had to make multiple reports to a head nurse about care issues. A different review describes barriers to getting a nurse to speak and notes the need to ask questions loudly in front of others.
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Medication follow-through draws complaints
Several reviews report medication timing and pain-management problems.
Some reviewers say pain medication took too long to receive during a recovery stay, and one also reports wrong medications and wound care not matching doctor orders. Others describe oxygen and medication being handled contrary to what was ordered, with delays affecting meal comfort. A separate review mentions staff behavior around hospice conversations and another points to long waits for basic help alongside ongoing concerns about food.
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Cleanliness is a mixed experience
Reviews are split on cleanliness and room maintenance.
A positive review describes an environment that feels clean, while a negative review calls out the place as dirty and smelling. Another critical review says bedding was never changed even after a request, and describes additional care cleanliness and wound-related issues. Taken together, cleanliness feedback is inconsistent across reviewers.
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Food quality earns praise and complaints
Food is sometimes praised, but at least one reviewer reports limited variety.
One reviewer says the food was great, pairing that with strong overall care impressions. Another reviewer reports that the food felt the same every day and bundles that with concerns about responsiveness. This leaves dining quality and variety as an area that can differ by experience.
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Features
Housing
21 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Amenities
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Minneapolis-St Paul International (8 miles away)
Care Services
24-hour call system
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
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Dining
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Community-sponsored activities
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
Restaurants
Northeast Yacht Club (0.1 miles)
Elsie's Restaurant, Bar & Bowling (0.1 miles)
McDonald's (0.2 miles)
Spring Street Tavern (0.6 miles)
Pryes Brewing Company (0.6 miles)
Jimmy's Bar & Lounge (0.8 miles)
Indeed Brewing Company (0.8 miles)
Parks
Boom Island Park (0.4 miles)
North Loop Dog Park (0.9 miles)
Mill Ruins Park (1.2 miles)
Gateway Dog Park - Off-Leash Play Area (1.8 miles)
Loring Park (2.1 miles)
Franklin Terrace Off-Leash Dog Park (2.9 miles)
Silverwood Park (4 miles)
Pharmacies
Walgreens (1.5 miles)
Walgreens (1.5 miles)
Target Pharmacy (1.7 miles)
Walgreens (2.4 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.4 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.8 miles)
Walgreens (3.4 miles)
Hospitals
Hennepin County Medical Center (1.7 miles)
Csc Gi Lab (1.8 miles)
University of Minnesota Medical Center - East Bank Campus (2.4 miles)
Regency Hospital (3.4 miles)
Places of Worship
Westminster Presbyterian Church (1.8 miles)
Elim Church Center (4 miles)
Cafes
Dunn Brothers Coffee (2.2 miles)
Spyhouse Coffee (3 miles)
Starbucks (3.6 miles)
Roundtable Cof (3.9 miles)
Caribou Coffee (4.6 miles)
Groundswell (5.9 miles)
Physicians
Whittier Clinic (3.2 miles)
HealthPartners Health Center for Women Clinic St Paul (3.5 miles)
Assisted living provides moderate support for seniors seeking independence, while memory care offers specialized support for individuals with dementia or cognitive impairments through structured routines and trained staff. Key differences include care approaches, environment security measures, staff training levels, activity types, and cost considerations.
Assisted living communities offer diverse activities beyond traditional games to enhance seniors' physical health, cognitive well-being, emotional enrichment, and social connections, including fitness classes, creative expression, and intergenerational interactions. These enriching programs foster community bonds and support residents' independence and happiness.
The article differentiates between assisted living and memory care, explaining that assisted living supports seniors with daily activities while promoting independence, whereas memory care provides specialized services for individuals with dementia, focusing on secure environments and cognitive support. It also addresses staff training, safety considerations, costs, family involvement, and transition strategies for families navigating these care options.
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