The Wealshire I | Photos and Reviews

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10601 Lyndale Avenue South, Bloomington, MN 55420

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Overall Review of The Wealshire I

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Memory care is the focus

Memory care and dementia programming show up as a central part of life here.

Multiple residents and families describe the community as designed specifically for memory care needs, including structured programming for dementia. Reviews also mention staffing and care approaches that feel informed by dementia progression and daily functioning. One reviewer also points to concerns about placement and follow-through for memory-care needs, underscoring the importance of aligning care level expectations at admission.

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Activities keep residents engaged

Residents and families repeatedly describe a full schedule of activities.

A consistent theme is that residents are kept engaged with daily programming, including activities tailored to dementia needs. Several reviews mention residents participating in games, singing, and group routines throughout the day. A couple of reviews also describe gaps or limitations in activity availability, including disappointment when activities did not change after concerns were raised.

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Staff communication and support

Caregivers are repeatedly described as attentive, respectful, and easy to reach.

Several reviews describe staff as kind and caring, with families feeling comfortable discussing questions or concerns with the appropriate people. Residents’ day-to-day comfort is often tied to staff behavior—being patient, knowing names, and helping with changing needs. A small set of reviews, however, raises concerns about staffing levels and work conditions, including claims of understaffing and rushed care.

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Facility cleanliness and secure feel

Reviews frequently call out a clean, well-kept setting.

Many reviewers describe the community as clean and bright, with well-maintained spaces that feel welcoming. Several also mention safety and security features that provide peace of mind for memory care families. That said, a few reviews offer a contrasting take, describing odors or cleanliness issues and dissatisfaction with how care was carried out.

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Pricing feels high to families

Some families say the cost is high and concerns show up in billing details.

Pricing is a clear pain point in multiple reviews, including comments that the community is pricey compared with what families were considering. Two reviews also raise disputes related to contract language and how billing is calculated, including concerns about refunds at the end of residency. Even while one reviewer strongly recommends the care provided, the financial issues described are significant enough to shape their overall experience.

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Food is mixed across reviews

Food experiences range from praised treats to serious complaints.

Some families describe the food positively, including enjoyment of meals and dessert-style treats. Others mention specific dining-related problems, like food preparation not matching needs. There are also strong negative allegations about kitchen hygiene from at least one reviewer, which creates a wide gap in how residents’ meals are perceived.

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Staffing is a recurring concern

Several reviews raise concerns about staffing and coverage.

A recurring concern is understaffing, with reviewers describing a shortage of available help during busy times. One reviewer specifically contrasts higher expectations for care with what they observed in practice, while another notes staffing-related restrictions that affected visitors during meals. Taken alongside reviews praising care, it highlights how experiences may vary depending on timing and unit coverage.

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We summarize when many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes are displayed.

Features

Housing

21 resident community capacity

Types of Care

Assisted Living
Memory Care

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 (6 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
Dementia waiver
Diabetes diet
Hospice waiver
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Mild cognitive impairment
Special dietary restrictions
Specialized memory care programming
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

Physicians

Minnesota Eye Consultants (1 miles)
Fairview Clinics (1.1 miles)
Endocrinology Clinic of Minneapolis (4 miles)
Sstar-Sports Specific Training & Rehab (4.1 miles)
Twin Cities Orthopedics Burnsville (4.2 miles)
Southdale Pediatrics (4.3 miles)
Park Nicollet Clinic and Specialty Center Burnsville (4.4 miles)

Pharmacies

CVS Pharmacy (2.1 miles)
Walgreens (2.1 miles)
Walgreens (2.6 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.7 miles)
Walgreens (3.5 miles)
Walgreens (3.5 miles)
Geritom Medical (3.8 miles)

Cafes

Caribou Coffee (2.7 miles)
Panera Bread (3.6 miles)
Starbucks (4.2 miles)
Starbucks (4.3 miles)
Starbucks (4.5 miles)
Panera Bread (4.6 miles)
Caribou Coffee (4.6 miles)

Restaurants

McDonald's (2.9 miles)
Denny's (2.9 miles)
Culver's (3.4 miles)
Taco Bell (3.6 miles)
Chick-Fil-A (3.6 miles)
McDonald's (3.6 miles)
Hazelwood Food and Drinks (4 miles)

Transportation

Mall of America LRT Station (3.8 miles)
Delta Employee Bus Stop #1 (4.9 miles)
Terminal 2-Humphrey (5.3 miles)
TSA Checkpoint 1 (5.3 miles)
Concourse F (6.1 miles)
Terminal 1-Lindbergh (6.2 miles)
Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) (6.3 miles)

Theaters

Emagine Eagan (4.1 miles)
0705 Amc Southdale 16 (5.1 miles)

Parks

Hyland Lake Park Reserve (4.2 miles)
Centennial Lakes Park (4.3 miles)
Taft Park (5.8 miles)
Greenhaven Park (5.9 miles)
Central Park (6 miles)
McGuire Park (6.2 miles)
Keller Park (6.3 miles)

Hospitals

Fairview Ridges Hospital (4.4 miles)
Fairview Southdale Hospital (5.5 miles)
Abbott Northwestern Center For Outpatient Care (6.2 miles)

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