R Lacarte & Company/Swc Home is an assisted living community in Blaine, MN.
Information last verified:
716 County Road 10 North East #139, Blaine, MN 55434
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
4.2 from 53 reviews
5 stars
41
4 stars
2
3 stars
0
2 stars
1
1 stars
9
Overall Review of R Lacarte & Company/Swc Home
common30 reviews mention this
Staff are helpful and quick
Residents describe the staff as helpful, polite, and fast with requests.
Many reviewers say their transactions were quick and easy, with staff making it simple to drop off or send packages. Several also mention employees being polite, tactful, and willing to help with packaging and shipping details. A number of reviews highlight smooth service with minimal hassle and prompt greeting.
common14 reviews mention this
Owners are friendly and communicative
Reviews frequently mention a friendly owner and clear communication.
Multiple reviewers describe the owner as kind, cordial, and easy to work with. Some call out good communication around billing, hours, and updates. A few also emphasize that the counter staff made the experience feel efficient and personable.
caveat4 reviews mention this
Some residents report rude service
Some reviews describe instances of rude or unkind staff behavior.
A smaller set of reviewers reports negative interactions, describing staff as rude, mean, or not kind. These reviews focus on how the person behind the counter spoke or behaved during the visit. The contrast with the many positive mentions is a recurring theme in the feedback.
caveat5 reviews mention this
Pricing concerns come up
Several reviews raise concerns about high or unfair pricing.
A few reviewers say the service felt very expensive or that fees were excessive for basic tasks. Other reviews question pricing decisions for shipping speed and add-on charges, including a complaint that an extra fee was not authorized. While many others call pricing reasonable, the cost criticisms are still recurring.
caveat2 reviews mention this
Hours and availability are criticized
Some reviews mention being closed or delayed past expected hours.
At least a couple of reviews criticize availability, including reports that the business was not open. Another review describes arriving near closing time and being told to return later. These issues appear alongside many fast, easy service experiences in the overall feedback.
How we summarize
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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 (17 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
Pharmacies
Walgreens (0.2 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.9 miles)
Walgreens (2.7 miles)
Walgreens (2.8 miles)
Walgreens (3 miles)
Walgreens (3.1 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (4.1 miles)
Physicians
Northtown Mall (0.4 miles)
Aesthetic Reconstructive Plastic Surgery (1.2 miles)
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