Residents and families describe both caring support and serious breakdowns in staffing communication.
Many reviews highlight staff as friendly, thoughtful, and responsive, including caregivers and leadership. Several families say the team was easy to work with during move-in or that staff followed up to answer questions. At the same time, multiple negative reviews describe problems getting help, concerns about compassion in memory care, and high turnover in management and care teams. A few reviewers also say emergency contact or family communication did not work as expected.
common10 reviews mention this
Cleanliness stands out both ways
Residents and visitors often mention cleanliness, but some reviews describe rooms and common areas falling below expectations.
Several positive reviews describe a facility that feels clean and well kept, sometimes comparing it to a hotel and mentioning cleanliness across apartments and the building. Some reviews also call out how maintained the rooms and spaces look after visiting or moving in. In contrast, multiple critical reviews describe unpleasant odors, dirty rooms, and general neglect of housekeeping in memory care. A few negative comments also mention maintenance being hard to reach for fixes.
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Dining quality is frequently praised
Food shows up often in reviews, with families praising meals and some memory care complaints about menu delivery.
Dining is one of the more consistent positives, with reviews describing good food, meals residents enjoyed, and a dining hall experience with attentive wait staff. Several residents or families also mention enjoying lunch or having choices they liked. However, some critical reviews say memory care meals were not meeting expectations, including issues with what was served and whether residents received appropriate portions. Overall, the dining experience appears strong for many, but uneven for some residents in memory care.
common16 reviews mention this
Activities and amenities keep residents engaged
Reviews commonly describe an active daily routine supported by programs, events, and facility amenities.
Many reviews say residents stay engaged through planned daily activities, social events, and opportunities to get out of their rooms. Several people mention day-to-day engagement after move-in, including meeting friends and keeping busy with scheduled programming. Families and residents also describe amenities like an indoor pool and spaces for gathering and relaxing. A few negative reviews focus more on care delivery than activities, but the overall tone in the positive reviews is that there is a lot to do.
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Memory care receives the harshest criticism
Memory care reviews include serious concerns about staffing, training, and care follow-through.
Among the most critical feedback, multiple reviewers describe memory care as understaffed and lacking appropriate training or attention for residents with dementia or Alzheimer’s. Some mention delays or difficulty contacting staff, and others describe missed care or concerns with hygiene and meal support. There are also concerns about management stability and whether dedicated oversight was in place for the memory care unit. Even with many positive general reviews, memory care-specific complaints are the most severe and recurring in the negative set.
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Features
Housing
119 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Independent Living
Memory Care
Amenities
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Hector International (7 miles away)
Community operated transportation
Transportation arrangement
Care Services
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
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
Mild cognitive impairment
Special dietary restrictions
Specialized memory care programming
Dining
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Fitness programs
Planned day trips
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
Restaurants
Buffalo Wings & Rings (0.4 miles)
Pub West (0.5 miles)
Burger King (0.8 miles)
The Blarney Stone Pub | West Fargo (1.3 miles)
Mexican Village (1.5 miles)
CherryBerry (1.9 miles)
Bulldog Tap (1.9 miles)
Pharmacies
Frontier Pharmacy (0.6 miles)
Seip Drug (0.8 miles)
Skripts Pharmacy (0.9 miles)
LifeScript Pharmacy (1.1 miles)
Medical Pharmacy (1.2 miles)
The Medicine Shoppe Pharmacy (1.6 miles)
The Prescription Shop (2.1 miles)
Parks
Rendezvous Park (1.2 miles)
9th Ave W Park (2.5 miles)
Lindenwood Park (5.3 miles)
Physicians
Vance Thompson Vision (1.3 miles)
Retina Associates (1.5 miles)
Rejuv Medical Aesthetic Clinic (1.5 miles)
Aspire Optical Co of Fargo (1.5 miles)
Sanford Fargo Dermatology (1.7 miles)
Sanford Children's Endocrinology & Primary Care Clinic (1.7 miles)
Sanford Dermatology & Laser Clinic (1.7 miles)
Cafes
Starbucks (1.7 miles)
Caribou Coffee (2.2 miles)
Thunder Coffee (2.9 miles)
Starbucks (3.5 miles)
Northstar Coffee (4.6 miles)
Pepper's Sports Cafe (4.6 miles)
Starbucks (4.9 miles)
Transportation
Enterprise Rent-A-Car (2.3 miles)
Hospitals
Essentia Health-Fargo (3.2 miles)
Easentia Health Nicu (3.2 miles)
Sanford Southpointe Clinic (3.6 miles)
Wood County Hospital (4.2 miles)
Essentia Health (4.8 miles)
Kindred Hospital Fargo (4.8 miles)
Prairie St. John's (5.8 miles)
Places of Worship
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (3.8 miles)
New Perspective West Fargo offers a comprehensive array of services designed to support residents with varying degrees of memory impairment. Assistance with dressing and bathing ensures that personal hygiene and self-care remain dignified, while medication management helps prevent confusion regarding dosages and schedules, promoting health stability. Meal preparation and service cater to nutritional needs, enhancing both physical well-being and enjoyment during dining. Support with activities of daily living encourages independence, fostering a sense of accomplishment in everyday tasks. The facility's 24-hour supervision guarantees safety and immediate assistance when required, allowing residents to navigate their environment with confidence. Additionally, the mental wellness program is tailored to engage residents cognitively, while specialized memory care programming addresses the unique challenges posed by dementia and Alzheimer's disease. Together, these features create an environment that prioritizes holistic care, dignity, and respect for each individual's journey through memory loss.
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The guide outlines the complexities of Medicaid coverage for assisted living, highlighting significant state-to-state variations, limited coverage often restricted to personal care services, and the existence of specialized waivers for certain needs like memory care. It advises families to consult local Medicaid offices for options while emphasizing the importance of understanding state-specific regulations and facility policies.
Medicaid coverage for assisted living varies by state and is primarily available to low-income individuals, with eligibility dependent on strict income and asset limits. Some states offer HCBS waivers for specific services in assisted living, but families must generally cover room and board costs, and should verify facility acceptance of Medicaid while considering potential waiting lists.
Medicaid waivers for assisted living services provide vital support for seniors and individuals with disabilities in need of long-term care, with varying state-specific eligibility criteria and benefits. These waivers cover personal care and case management but often do not fully cover room and board, leading to waiting lists for many applicants.
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Building
Architecture
Bedroom
Windows
Dining
Landscaping
Kitchen
Lighting
Artwork
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Interior
Decor
Bedroom
Dining
Living Room
Landscaping and Building
Windows
Architecture
Trees and Entrance
Kitchen
Lighting
Artwork
Television, Brick Wall, and Bar
Chandelier and Seating
Fireplace
Seating Area
Outdoor and Courtyard
Patio
Outdoors
Pathway
Outdoor Seating
Bookshelves
Cabinets and Stove
Library
Lounge and High Ceiling
Swimming Pool, Indoor Pool, and Water
Theater and Indoor Lighting
Umbrellas
Lounge Area
Light Fixture
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