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New Perspective Senior Living | Columbia Heights

New Perspective Senior Living | Columbia Heights is an assisted living community in Columbia Heights, MN.

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3801 Hart Blvd, Columbia Heights, MN 55421

To contact a resident: (763) 600-7344

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.4 from 79 reviews
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New Perspective Senior Living | Columbia Heights Costs & Pricing

At New Perspective Senior Living in Columbia Heights, residents can expect competitive pricing relative to both Ramsey County and the broader state of Minnesota. For a studio apartment, the monthly cost is $2,616, which is significantly lower than the county average of $3,546 and the state average of $3,617. However, for one-bedroom apartments, New Perspective's rate of $3,705 exceeds the county's more affordable option at $2,287 and the state's average of $2,893. The cost for two-bedroom units stands at $4,411; this reflects a premium compared to Ramsey County's average of $2,312 and Minnesota's typical cost of $2,955. Overall, while New Perspective Senior Living offers excellent value for studios compared to local and state averages, its pricing for one- and two-bedroom options suggests a distinctive positioning within the marketplace that prospective residents should consider carefully.

Floor plansNew Perspective Senior Living | Columbia HeightsRamsey CountyMinnesota
Studio$2,616$3,546$3,617
1 Bedroom$3,705$2,287$2,893
2 Bedrooms$4,411$2,312$2,955

Overall Review of New Perspective Senior Living | Columbia Heights

common 28 reviews mention this

Staff kindness and responsiveness stand out

Residents and families consistently describe staff as caring, professional, and responsive.

Across many reviews, families highlight how staff treat residents with respect, communicate clearly, and follow through when questions come up. Several reviewers mention easy communication with management and that they felt comfortable reaching out when they needed support. A few also describe caregivers who engage residents, check on them, and help with day-to-day needs. Overall, the review tone around staff is strongly positive, with expectations focused on attentive, person-to-person care.

common 14 reviews mention this

Dining quality is repeatedly mentioned

Dining receives frequent attention, ranging from praise to occasional disappointment.

Many reviews talk about meals and dining room experiences, including positive comments about variety and that residents enjoy eating with friends. Some describe meals as good or outstanding, and others note there are special dining elements such as professional chef and restaurant-style dining. A smaller number of reviews mention food falling short at times or wanting more breakfast choices. Even where dining isn’t perfect, reviews generally still describe a structured meal experience rather than a lack of dining altogether.

common 10 reviews mention this

Assisted living care includes therapy

Care reviews point to medication support and therapy help as part of day-to-day support.

Residents and families describe hands-on support that includes help with meals and health routines, along with medication management. Multiple reviews also mention therapy support and improvements in mobility or day-to-day function after move-in. In at least one review, families describe that staffing and care needs were coordinated when additional support was required. Overall, reviews align with a care model that emphasizes assistance plus therapy, not just housing.

caveat 2 reviews mention this

Some families report serious health issues

A few reviews raise serious concerns about health-related incidents and staffing.

While most reviews are positive, a small set of reviews describe serious health and operational concerns, including an outbreak investigation and claims of medication errors tied to understaffing. These reviewers describe a lack of consistent supervision and urge caution. Other reviewers do mention that issues, when they came up, were resolved quickly, suggesting experiences vary by situation and timing. If you’re considering a move, it’s worth asking how the community handles infection control, staffing coverage, and medication processes day to day.

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Activities and social time get praise

Many residents and families point to activities that encourage social time and engagement.

Reviews frequently mention activities such as games, exercise classes, movies, and events like happy hour, with some reviewers describing residents getting involved even if they need encouragement. Several families also highlight trips and outings, along with religious services and devotional programming. A couple of reviews note limits on participation due to circumstances like lockdowns, but the overall pattern is that the community offers a steady calendar of things to do. This is one of the most consistent reasons families give for feeling the community supports residents’ daily routines.

How we summarize

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Features

Housing

  • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
  • 2-bedroom apartments 2-bedroom apartments
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Bath tubs Bath tubs
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Financial aid Financial aid
  • Financing advice Financing advice
  • Full kitchen Full kitchen
  • Garden Garden
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • Home sale assistance Home sale assistance
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Party space Party space
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • TV room TV room
  • VA Benefits Consultation VA Benefits Consultation
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Minneapolis-St Paul International (11 miles away) Minneapolis-St Paul International (11 miles away)

Care Services

  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • High acuity care High acuity care
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Physical therapy Physical therapy

Dining

  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • No Sugar No Sugar
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Room service Room service
  • Special dining programs Special dining programs
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Arts and crafts Arts and crafts
  • Book club Book club
  • Catholic services Catholic services
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Games Games
  • Happy hour Happy hour
  • Live dance or theater performances Live dance or theater performances
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Other religious services Other religious services
  • Religious services Religious services
  • Trivia games Trivia games
  • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest
  • Wii bowling Wii bowling

Languages Spoken

  • English English

Nearby Places of Interest

This area of Columbia Heights, Minnesota offers a variety of amenities and services within close proximity. There are several dining options ranging from casual to more upscale restaurants such as Steele & Hops and Cowboy Jack's. Pharmacies like Walgreens and CVS are conveniently located for any medical needs. The neighborhood also boasts numerous cafes like Starbucks and Caribou Coffee for socializing or relaxing. Residents can enjoy the outdoors at nearby parks such as Silverwood Park and Boom Island Park. Medical care is easily accessible with clinics like Fairview Clinics and hospitals like University of Minnesota Medical Center nearby. Public transportation is available through the Minnesota State Fair Transit Hub for convenient travel around the area. Places of worship cater to spiritual needs, offering a sense of community and support. Overall, this area provides a mix of practical conveniences and recreational opportunities perfect for seniors looking for a vibrant neighborhood to call home.

Restaurants

  • Steele & Hops (0.4 miles)
  • Cowboy Jack's (2.2 miles)
  • Taco Bell (2.3 miles)
  • Sociable Cider Werks (2.3 miles)
  • McDonald's (2.3 miles)
  • Indeed Brewing Company (2.5 miles)
  • Jimmy's Bar & Lounge (2.6 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (0.5 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (0.8 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.7 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.2 miles)
  • Target Pharmacy (3.8 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.8 miles)
  • Park Nicollet Clinic (4 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (0.5 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.3 miles)
  • Caribou Coffee (4.9 miles)
  • Roundtable Cof (5.2 miles)
  • Dunn Brothers Coffee (5.4 miles)
  • Spyhouse Coffee (6.2 miles)

Parks

  • Silverwood Park (0.7 miles)
  • Boom Island Park (3.6 miles)
  • North Loop Dog Park (4.1 miles)
  • Mill Ruins Park (4.2 miles)
  • Central Park Playground (4.3 miles)
  • Gateway Dog Park - Off-Leash Play Area (4.9 miles)
  • Franklin Terrace Off-Leash Dog Park (5 miles)

Physicians

  • Fairview Clinics (2.2 miles)
  • Cardiovascular Systems (2.8 miles)
  • Eye Care Center (3.1 miles)
  • Fairview Fridley Clinic (3.6 miles)
  • HealthPartners Health Center for Women Clinic St Paul (4.9 miles)
  • Aesthetic Reconstructive Plastic Surgery (5.1 miles)
  • Entira Family Clinics (6.2 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC Rosedale 14 (3.4 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Fridley United Methodist Church (3.6 miles)
  • North Heights Lutheran Church (4 miles)
  • Westminster Presbyterian Church (5 miles)
  • Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church (5.1 miles)
  • Elim Church Center (5.1 miles)

Hospitals

  • University of Minnesota Medical Center - East Bank Campus (4.5 miles)
  • Hennepin County Medical Center (4.7 miles)
  • Csc Gi Lab (4.8 miles)
  • Unity Hospital (4.9 miles)
  • Regency Hospital (5.9 miles)

Transportation

  • Minnesota State Fair Transit Hub (4.6 miles)

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