Compassion in St Paul, MN

Compassion is an assisted living community in St Paul, MN.

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1815 Suburban Avenue Ste 103, St Paul, MN 55119

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

4.8 from 116 reviews
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Overall Review of Compassion

differentiator 4 reviews mention this

Holistic approach stands out

Reviewers highlight a holistic, non-toxic approach to dental care.

Several reviewers specifically call out the practice’s holistic orientation, including avoiding certain dental materials and describing gentler, more “natural” preferences. Others mention wanting safer practices like non-mercury approaches and safe removal. A few reviewers also connect the clinic’s focus to broader health priorities.

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Fast visits get mentioned

Many reviewers describe appointments that move quickly.

Some reviewers mention being seen promptly and having their needs handled during a single visit. Others describe efficient appointments, including quick same-day fixes for specific problems. Reviewers also comment on the overall pace of care during their visits.

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Scheduling and pricing disappointments

A small number of reviewers report problems with scheduling and costs.

Two reviewers describe negative experiences involving how appointments were scheduled and how details changed during the process. One mentions dissatisfaction with repeated visits and what they felt was additional billing-related effort. Another points to communication breakdowns and changes to the amount due after questions were raised.

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Features

Housing

  • 21 resident community capacity 21 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living

Amenities

  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Telephone Telephone
  • 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

  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of St Paul, Minnesota offers a variety of amenities and services that may be appealing for senior living. With multiple pharmacies nearby such as Walgreens and CVS, access to medication and healthcare is convenient. There are also several restaurants ranging from fast food options like Taco Bell to more upscale dining at The Tavern Grill. Places of worship like Transfiguration Catholic Church provide spiritual fulfillment, while physicians and hospitals such as Woodwinds Health Campus-Woodbury offer quality healthcare options. Transportation options include Union Depot for easy access to public transit, and parks like Flicek Park and Rotary Park provide outdoor recreational activities. For entertainment, theaters like Alamo Drafthouse Woodbury are just a short drive away, making this area a well-rounded choice for seniors looking for a vibrant community to call home.

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (0.2 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.1 miles)
  • Mix Compounding Pharmacy (3.5 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.6 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.9 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.9 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (4.4 miles)

Restaurants

  • Taco John's (2.2 miles)
  • White Castle (2.7 miles)
  • Taco Bell (3.1 miles)
  • The Bulldog Lowertown (3.2 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (3.3 miles)
  • Wild Boar Bar and Grill Oakdale (3.4 miles)
  • The Tavern Grill (3.4 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Transfiguration Catholic Church (2.4 miles)
  • Cathedral of St Paul (4.2 miles)
  • St Jerome Elementary School (4.4 miles)
  • Five Oaks Community Church (5.9 miles)
  • St George Greek Orthodox Church (6.1 miles)

Physicians

  • Aris Clinic (2.9 miles)
  • Eric Thomas Becken (3 miles)
  • West Side Community Health Services (3 miles)
  • Dakota Medical Solutions (3.1 miles)
  • David Thao, MD (3.6 miles)
  • Healthpartners Clinics (3.9 miles)
  • HealthPartners Clinic (4 miles)

Hospitals

  • Woodwinds Health Campus-Woodbury (3 miles)
  • Regions Hospital Burn Center (3.5 miles)
  • St Joseph's Hospital-St Paul (3.7 miles)
  • United Hospital Joint Relacement Center (4.2 miles)
  • St John's Hospital-Maplewood (5.5 miles)

Transportation

  • Union Depot (3.1 miles)

Parks

  • Flicek Park (3.7 miles)
  • Eastside Park (4 miles)
  • Rotary Park (4.4 miles)
  • Harvest Park (4.7 miles)
  • Roosevelt Field (4.7 miles)
  • Ojibway Park (4.8 miles)
  • Casey Lake Park (4.9 miles)

Theaters

  • Alamo Drafthouse Woodbury (4.7 miles)
  • AMC Inver Grove 16 (5.9 miles)
  • Oakdale Cinema Oakdale, Mn (6.2 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (5.9 miles)
  • Starbucks (6 miles)
  • Groundswell (6.6 miles)

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