The Gardens At Foley

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Pros

• The daughter reports that her mother is in a safe place with kind and caring staff.
• Pamela is consistently helpful and great to work with.
• Staff were very polite and helpful, and the facility was clean and well organized.
• The Foley staff provided great care and were always friendly and genuinely caring toward Steve.
• The Gardens of Foley employs hard-working, pleasant caregivers and maintains a cautious approach to minimizing exposure during the Covid crisis.
• The memory care unit staff treat residents very well, keep families informed about care, and the facility is clean and nice.

Cons

• They did not receive a callback after leaving two messages and submitting the information form.
• They were transferred to someone else when asking for information and still haven’t received any information.
• They have not received information about the different types of assisted and senior living spaces and pricing.
• It seems they don’t want any new residents.
• If she had stayed at Edgewood much longer, they would have killed her.

Review

The Gardens At Foley is best suited for families seeking a warm, resident-first assisted living environment with a well-regarded memory-care option and a consistently neighborly staff. The prevailing sentiment from residents’ families centers on a clean, well-organized facility where caregivers are approachable, genuinely caring, and willing to go the extra mile for daily comfort and dignity. The memory-care unit, in particular, earns praise for how residents are treated, with reports that those in that area receive attentive, respectful care and regular, preventive communication with families. For families who value a home-like setting where staff relationships feel personal and lasting, this community often performs well.

Those who may want to consider alternatives include households that require immediate, highly proactive outreach and crystal-clear pricing up front. A portion of the feedback highlights frustration with the intake process, messages left unanswered and questions about types of living spaces and pricing not being promptly resolved. While the quality of care is repeatedly affirmed, the difficulty in obtaining basic information can stall a decision for families in the early planning stages. Additionally, with a few one-star reviews in the mix, there is evidence of inconsistency in experiences that warrants comparison against other options, especially for those who insist on a streamlined, transparent enrollment process.

The strongest pros, hard-working, pleasant staff and a clean, organized environment, tend to offset several drawbacks, but not all. Families consistently note that caregivers are genuinely kind, that the facility is well kept, and that operations run smoothly enough to foster comfort and trust. The memory-care team is singled out for reliable, respectful treatment of residents, and family members feel kept in the loop about day-to-day care. These strengths help buyers overlook minor irritants in routine care, yet the ongoing challenge of obtaining timely information during the inquiry phase remains a real friction point to solve before committing.

Care quality and family communication emerge as the most persuasive differentiators. Several accounts describe staff as genuinely caring and responsive, with one family member recounting how a loved one’s care was managed with attention to cleanliness, appropriate meals, and daily dignity. The positive signals in the memory-care experience – including clean clothing, attentive supervision, and proactive updates to families – reinforce the sense that the community can be a steady, reassuring home for residents who need more structured support. Importantly, the relief expressed by families when a loved one settles in provides a meaningful contrast to the anxiety that accompanies the search.

For decision-making, proceed with a practical, test-into-availability approach. Schedule a tour and request to speak with a care director or the familiar contact person praised in several reviews. Ask for concrete details about the different types of assisted living spaces available, how memory-care needs are assessed, the typical care plan structure, and the pricing framework for monthly fees plus any add-ons. Bring explicit questions about staffing levels, care-to-resident ratios, and how progress and concerns are communicated to families. If possible, request to meet staff members known for exceptional family communication, such as the team member repeatedly praised for coordinating visits and care discussions.

Overall, The Gardens At Foley presents a compelling option for families prioritizing compassionate caregiving, a clean and welcoming setting, and a memory-care program that feels competent and respectful. The 4.2 average rating from 18 reviews reflects strong, steady satisfaction among many residents’ families, even as a few voices underscore the importance of faster, clearer intake processes. The decision hinges on whether the warmth of the care team and the quality of memory-care support align with the family’s need for prompt information and transparent pricing. For a thorough verdict, run a parallel comparison with a couple of other communities, then weigh the certainty of initial outreach and stated costs alongside the evident care strengths already on display.

Parks

• Lions Park (0.2 miles)
• Island View Park (13.2 miles)
• Oakwood Village Park (13.2 miles)
• Sauk Rapids Municipal Park (13.7 miles)
• Hester Park (13.7 miles)

Pharmacies

• Foley Rexall Drug (0.3 miles)
• Guardian Pharmacy (12.7 miles)
• Dragich & Dragich (13.1 miles)
• Village Pharmacy & Gift (13.1 miles)
• Coborn's Pharmacy (13.1 miles)
• Walgreens (13.2 miles)
• Country Store & Pharmacy (13.6 miles)

Restaurants

• Danny B's (0.3 miles)
• McDonald's (0.4 miles)
• JAX Firehouse Grille & Bar (0.5 miles)
• Goodfella's Bar & Grill (2.7 miles)
• Schmit Haus (5.5 miles)
• Kinitski's (10.5 miles)
• Palmer House (10.5 miles)

Physicians

• Molacek Family Eyecare (0.3 miles)
• Edgewater Natural Family Medicine (13.2 miles)
• St Cloud Hospital (13.7 miles)
• Central Minnesota Heart Center (13.7 miles)
• St Cloud Bone & Joint Center (13.7 miles)
• Regional Diagnostic Radiology (13.7 miles)
• Medical Messaging Center (13.7 miles)

Places of Worship

• St Johns Area School (0.5 miles)
• St John's Catholic School (0.5 miles)
• Gustavus Adolphus Lutheran Church Scandinavian Fall Dinner (0.6 miles)
• Gethsemane Lutheran Church Office (0.6 miles)
• New Life Church of Foley (0.7 miles)
• St Pauls Lutheran Church (1 miles)
• St John's Lutheran Church (5.3 miles)

Hospitals

• Talahi Care Center (12.9 miles)
• CentaCare (14 miles)

Cafes

• Caribou Coffee (12.9 miles)

Transportation

• St Cloud Station (13.1 miles)

Theaters

• Milaca Theatre (14.2 miles)