Residents and families describe staff who respond quickly and treat people with dignity.
Across many reviews, families highlight staff who are kind, attentive, and engaged in day-to-day needs. Several people specifically call out assistance with mobility and transfers, including how well staff learned what worked. Others mention consistent communication when concerns came up, and reassurance for families managing care from a distance. Reviews also emphasize nursing and health aides being responsive and helpful as needs increase.
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Activities keep residents engaged
Residents describe a wide range of activities with plenty of outings.
Residents and families repeatedly mention variety in scheduled activities, group discussions, and entertainment brought in to perform. Multiple reviews also describe outings and planned cultural events, including trips that let residents stay connected to the city. Some reviewers describe resident-led groups, while others note that the programming fits different interests and activity levels. The community is also described as social, with residents participating regularly rather than waiting around.
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Food is a frequent bright spot
Meals come up often, with residents and families calling the food tasty and varied.
Food is mentioned frequently in reviews, including praise for meals that are enjoyable and interesting rather than repetitive. Several reviewers describe using the dining room, plus options like room-style dining and meals on outdoor space. Others note variety over time and a menu that keeps things fresh. Overall, dining is presented as one of the more dependable parts of daily life.
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Safety and cleanliness stand out
Reviews frequently reference safety precautions and a well-kept environment.
Many reviews mention the community taking precautions to keep residents safe, especially during the pandemic period. Several families describe successful outcomes and ongoing safety-focused processes, along with staff evaluating and improving procedures. Others point to the building feeling safe and maintained, including cleanliness in shared areas. A few reviews also describe residents being protected while still able to participate in community life.
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Care support expands as needs change
Families describe adding nursing help smoothly as care needs increased.
Several reviews focus on care services, describing nursing care that is kind, thoughtful, and communicated well with families. When residents required more support, reviewers describe the transition to additional nursing care as seamless. Other comments also mention assistance for daily living and medication-related support in day-to-day help. Overall, reviews portray care as responsive as needs evolve.
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Location works for city access
Reviews note the community’s city access and nearby destinations.
A few reviews describe the location as convenient for getting around Minneapolis, with easy access to major streets and nearby destinations. Several mention walking opportunities to cultural spots and neighborhood parks. Reviews also highlight how close the community is to shopping and everyday services, plus transportation options for residents. In daily life, that convenience shows up as simpler routines and easier visits.
caveat2 reviews mention this
Elevators and some updates
At least a couple of reviews flag building issues like elevators and needing updates.
Not every review is purely positive about the facility itself. One reviewer’s main complaint is elevators, and another mentions that the facility may need an update or improvements to cosmetics. These comments stand apart from the broader praise for condition and cleanliness, but they still come through as the main downsides described.
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Features
Housing
21 resident community capacity
1-bedroom apartments
2-bedroom apartments
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Skilled Nursing Facility
Amenities
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Full kitchen
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Laundry
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Overnight guests
Party space
Resident parking
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Minneapolis-St Paul International (7 miles away)
Transportation & parking
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
Physical therapy
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Dining
Diabetes diet
Low / no sodium
Room service
Special dietary restrictions
Vegetarian
Activities
Activities off-site
Community-sponsored activities
Fitness programs
Religious services
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Languages Spoken
English
Nearby Places of Interest
Restaurants
Mortimer's (0.2 miles)
19 Bar (0.6 miles)
Chipotle Mexican Grill (0.8 miles)
Hell's Kitchen (1.1 miles)
Gluek's Restaurant & Bar (1.3 miles)
Cowboy Jack's (1.3 miles)
Inbound BrewCo (1.5 miles)
Cafes
Dunn Brothers Coffee (0.4 miles)
Spyhouse Coffee (0.5 miles)
Jinx Tea (3.6 miles)
Roundtable Cof (4.5 miles)
Angel Food Bakery & Coffee Bar (4.6 miles)
Caribou Coffee (5.8 miles)
Parks
Loring Park (0.4 miles)
Gateway Dog Park - Off-Leash Play Area (1.1 miles)
North Loop Dog Park (1.7 miles)
Mill Ruins Park (1.9 miles)
Boom Island Park (2.2 miles)
Franklin Terrace Off-Leash Dog Park (3.1 miles)
Dakota Dog Park (3.4 miles)
Pharmacies
CVS Pharmacy (0.6 miles)
Walgreens (0.9 miles)
Walgreens (1.1 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.1 miles)
Walgreens (1.9 miles)
Target Pharmacy (2.9 miles)
Walgreens (3 miles)
Places of Worship
Westminster Presbyterian Church (0.8 miles)
Elim Church Center (4.8 miles)
Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church (5.8 miles)
Physicians
Whittier Clinic (1.1 miles)
HealthPartners Health Center for Women Clinic St Paul (4.1 miles)
Southwest Dermatology Specialist (5.5 miles)
Fairview Southdale Physicians Building (5.7 miles)
University of Minnesota Physicians Heart at Fairview Southdale Hospital (5.8 miles)
Hospitals
Csc Gi Lab (1.4 miles)
Hennepin County Medical Center (1.4 miles)
Regency Hospital (2.8 miles)
University of Minnesota Medical Center - East Bank Campus (2.9 miles)
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21 resident community capacity
1-bedroom apartments
Assisted Living
Skilled Nursing Facility
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Full kitchen
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Laundry
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Overnight guests
Party space
Resident parking
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Minneapolis-St Paul International (7 miles away)
Transportation & parking
24-hour call system
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Physical therapy
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Fitness programs
Religious services
English
Caring staff with engaging activities in a vibrant community.
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