Overall Review of Serendipitous Living
common
18 reviews mention this
Staff care comes through clearly
Residents and families consistently describe staff as caring and responsive.
Across many reviews, families describe staff who are loving, supportive, and attentive—especially as needs change with dementia. Multiple reviewers also mention staff communicating with families, including calls, texts, and updates during transitions or challenging periods. A smaller set of reviews raise serious concerns about conduct, communication, training, and how responsive staff are, including complaints about medication practices and supervision.
differentiator
13 reviews mention this
Memory care support for dementia
Reviews point to memory-care-focused help for dementia-related needs.
Several reviewers describe dementia care that helps residents remain comfortable, supported, and engaged as symptoms progress. Families also mention the facility learning a loved one’s personality and working through difficult adjustments during the early weeks. Some reviews specifically call out medication and service issues tied to a loved one’s care plan, which is part of why experiences vary between families.
common
6 reviews mention this
Activities are a big daily focus
Many residents and families mention frequent activities that keep the days full.
Reviews frequently return to the idea that residents have things to do throughout the day, including resident activities and scheduled programming. One reviewer also describes being able to share Bible stories with residents and finding the setting comfortable and accommodating. A few reviews contrast that by saying activities were lacking or not properly supported.
caveat
4 reviews mention this
Food quality draws mixed feedback
Food experiences range from liked to criticized for quality and variety.
Some reviewers say their loved ones like the food, describing portion sizes as right for memory care and noting enjoyment of meals. Other reviews are sharply negative, citing bad preparation, lack of variety, and the overall environment around dining. Because both kinds of comments appear, it looks like dining is an area where expectations may differ from household to household.
caveat
4 reviews mention this
Staffing, training, and medication concerns
A recurring concern in some reviews involves staffing levels and medication handling.
While many reviews praise day-to-day care, several highlight problems such as being chronically short-staffed and training gaps. A few reviewers also report medication-related errors and describe medication sharing or poor medication-pass practices. Other comments focus on safety and supervision in areas where residents spend time, reinforcing why some families recommend extra caution and research.
caveat
4 reviews mention this
Cost feels add-on heavy
Multiple reviews describe pricing that feels expensive and add-on based.
Some families say the community is expensive and describe pricing as charged à la carte for services. Others mention management trying to save money or prioritizing business decisions over preferences, including concerns about what is included. Even among otherwise positive experiences, one review references the business side of the facility when explaining room-related issues.
common
4 reviews mention this
Cleanliness and recent updates vary
Reviews include both praise for cleanliness and criticism of odors and upkeep.
Some reviewers describe the community as clean and tidy, and at least one mentions new decor that makes visits feel more welcoming. Others, however, report strong negative impressions of cleanliness, including odors and outdated, poorly maintained laundry equipment. Together, the reviews suggest upkeep quality may be an important point to verify during a visit.
How we summarize
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21 resident community capacity
Assisted Living
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
Minneapolis-St Paul International (3 miles away)
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
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
24/7 supervision with restaurant-style dining and engaging activities
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