3300 Bass Lake Road Ste 108, Brooklyn Center, MN 55429
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
Overall Review of Esteem Nursing Care
Cons
The reviewer would give less than a star if that were possible.- The service is the worst the reviewer has ever worked for.
Review
Esteem Nursing Care in Brooklyn Center is best suited for families seeking a low-cost, no-frills option and who are willing to tolerate variable care quality. This community may appeal to residents with minimal care needs who can self-advocate or whose families can supervise care from a distance. Those who value privacy and independence over reliable, proactive help may be drawn to a lower price point or convenient location. However, this is a decision that demands careful vetting because the available feedback points to serious reliability concerns rather than consistent, supportive service.
Conversely, families should consider alternatives if the goal is predictable, compassionate, hands-on care. Any senior requiring regular assistance with activities of daily living, mobility support, medication management, or memory care should look elsewhere. Prospective residents should demand transparent staffing ratios, care plans, and incident logs, and should observe shifts to gauge whether caregivers actually meet residents' needs. The absence of clear, verifiable positives in the reviews acts as a warning: the lack of robust care signals may translate into missed help, delayed responses, or neglected routines.
The rating profile reinforces caution: 2.3 average from three reviews; one five-star, two one-star. The standout negative comment, “Beyond the worst service I have worked for, if it was possible to give less than a star I would,” is not a minor quibble, it's a stark indictment of care culture and everyday responsiveness. A second comment, a cryptic “MPLS?,” adds little detail but signals dissatisfaction that is not addressed. Taken together, the feedback indicates a boundary-pushing risk: inconsistent quality rather than a stable baseline of service.
The main cons are concrete in tone: severe perceived service deficiencies, potential neglect risk, and questionable staff responsiveness. With no substantive positive feedback to offset these points, the negative experiences are not easily dismissed. The limited data makes it difficult to discern whether issues stem from staffing shortages, turnover, or management oversight, but the practical impact is clear: residents may experience delays in meals, medications, hygiene, or safety checks. For families with loved ones who require timely help, these gaps become material risk rather than minor irritants.
Despite the sparse positive signal, a single five-star rating, the absence of documented, sustained benefits means this does not offset the concerns. If keeping Esteem on the short list, approach with a rigorous verification plan: request to see recent inspection reports, incident and complaint logs, staffing schedules, and training records; tour at multiple times of day; speak directly with current residents and family members; and arrange a trial period with explicit milestones and a contingency plan. Without this level of scrutiny, the decision carries too much uncertainty.
Bottom line: Esteem Nursing Care is unlikely to satisfy families seeking reliable daily care and proactive staff engagement. It may be considered only in the narrowest circumstances, when other options are unaffordable or unavailable and the family can provide close oversight. For improving odds of a better match, prioritize facilities with clear, verifiable care outcomes, transparent governance, and consistent staff engagement. If Esteem remains under consideration, enter the process with a precise plan to monitor care, escalate issues, and pivot quickly to a higher-quality option if needs are not met.
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 (13 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
Description
Esteem Nursing Care is an assisted living community located in Brooklyn Center, MN. Our community offers a wide range of amenities to ensure the comfort and convenience of our residents. Each apartment is fully furnished and equipped with cable or satellite TV, Wi-Fi/high-speed internet, and a telephone. Residents also have access to a dining room, kitchenette, and outdoor space.
Our highly trained staff provides 24-hour supervision and assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, and transfers. We also offer medication management services to ensure that our residents receive their prescribed medications on time. Our coordination with health care providers ensures that our residents receive proper medical care.
At Esteem Nursing Care, we understand the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. We provide diabetes diet options as well as special dietary restrictions to accommodate individual needs. Our professional chefs prepare delicious meals which are served in our dining room.
We believe in promoting mental wellness among our residents. We offer a mental wellness program that includes resident-run activities and scheduled daily activities to keep our residents engaged and entertained.
For added convenience, we arrange transportation for medical purposes as well as for doctors' appointments. Our location offers easy access to nearby cafes, parks, pharmacies, restaurants, places of worship, and hospitals.
At Esteem Nursing Care, we strive to provide personalized care in a comfortable setting where residents can maintain their independence while receiving the support they need.
Nearby Places of Interest
Pharmacies
- Walgreens (0.7 miles)
- Park Nicollet Clinic (1 miles)
- Walgreens (2.2 miles)
- CVS Pharmacy (2.9 miles)
- Walgreens (2.9 miles)
- Walgreens (3.3 miles)
- Walgreens (3.5 miles)
Cafes
- Caribou Coffee (1.2 miles)
- Starbucks (5.3 miles)
- Caribou Coffee (6.6 miles)
- Starbucks (6.6 miles)
- Dunn Brothers Coffee (6.7 miles)
- Starbucks (6.8 miles)
Parks
- Twin Lake Beach Park (1.5 miles)
- Pinebrook Park (4.6 miles)
- Silverwood Park (4.9 miles)
- Boom Island Park (5.4 miles)
- North Loop Dog Park (5.4 miles)
- French Regional Park (6.1 miles)
- Mill Ruins Park (6.4 miles)
Restaurants
- Culver's (1.6 miles)
- Big Louie's Bar & Grill (1.9 miles)
- McDonald's (2.9 miles)
- White Castle (2.9 miles)
- Wendy's (3 miles)
- Pub 42 (3.2 miles)
- McDonald's (3.5 miles)
Physicians
- Northwest Family Physicians PA (2 miles)
- Fairview Fridley Clinic (3.4 miles)
- Eyeklinic of Edinburgh (3.5 miles)
- Eye Care Center (4.3 miles)
- Aesthetic Reconstructive Plastic Surgery (4.5 miles)
- Fairview Clinics (5.1 miles)
- Suburban Radiologists (5.5 miles)
Places of Worship
- Elim Church Center (2.3 miles)
- Fridley United Methodist Church (3.8 miles)
- Westminster Presbyterian Church (6.6 miles)
Hospitals
- Unity Hospital (4.5 miles)
- Regency Hospital (4.7 miles)
Theaters
- AMC Coon Rapids 16 (6.7 miles)
Frequently Asked Questions
Esteem Nursing Care is located at 3300 Bass Lake Road Ste 108, Brooklyn Center, MN 55429 in Hennepin County, Minnesota
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