Residents and families describe caregivers as consistently caring, patient, and dependable.
Across many reviews, families say the caregivers were caring, compassionate, and competent, and that the team showed up reliably. Several notes highlight empathy and patience, including comfort built quickly with a new aid and confidence in the care provided. A few reviewers also call out how much it helped their loved ones feel safe, respected, and supported day to day.
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Communication keeps families in sync
Families emphasize communication that keeps them informed and confident.
Multiple reviewers describe clear, ongoing updates and responsiveness when questions come up. Some specifically mention being kept informed about changing needs, including a caregiver being sick and the plan for coverage. Others note that caregivers and the office helped them stay aware of concerns as they came up, which reduced stress during care changes.
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Care schedules can flex quickly
Care can be adjusted from part-time up to around-the-clock coverage when needed.
One review describes interim support after a hospital stay, with needs shifting from a few days per week to 24/7, and then back again. Another reviewer notes that they were able to add additional hours and evenings to match a recovery routine. Together, these accounts point to staffing that can be reworked as needs change over short timeframes.
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Personalized support comes with guidance
Families value education and guidance as their care needs take shape.
Several reviews focus on the support families received in understanding options and planning what to expect. One reviewer describes time spent explaining what services can cover for a loved one, while another mentions education and support delivered in a way that helped them think through next steps. Residents’ families also describe having help tailored to the individual rather than a one-size-fits-all approach.
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Help extends beyond care tasks
Care includes practical help with chores and errands, not only personal care.
Reviewers mention day-to-day assistance such as help with house chores and being able to handle errands with peace of mind. One account describes grocery shopping and other necessary errands because their spouse’s wellbeing was supported. Another notes additional help with cleaning and even picking up lunches, reflecting a broader approach to getting daily life handled while care is provided.
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 (13 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
Restaurants
The Tavern Grill (0.1 miles)
Tamarack Tap Room (1 miles)
Portillo's Hot Dogs (1 miles)
Chick-Fil-A (1.1 miles)
Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers (1.1 miles)
Punch Neapolitan Pizza (1.5 miles)
Wild Boar Bar and Grill Oakdale (1.6 miles)
Pharmacies
Walgreens (0.9 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1 miles)
Mix Compounding Pharmacy (2 miles)
Walgreens (2.2 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.9 miles)
Walgreens (3.5 miles)
Target Pharmacy (4 miles)
Physicians
Minnesota Gastroenterology PA (1.2 miles)
TRIA Orthopaedic Center (1.4 miles)
Danielson Jennifer Dr Healthpartners Regions Behavioral Health Woodbury Lake Elmo (1.6 miles)
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