Overall Review of Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institutes
differentiator18 reviews mention this
Rehab therapy is the focus
Residents and families consistently praise the therapy team and rehab progress.
Many reviewers describe meaningful gains through physical and occupational therapy, including improved mobility and confidence after serious injuries. Several comments highlight therapists as knowledgeable, attentive, and able to tailor exercises to specific needs. A few reviews also note that when someone is there specifically for therapy, the overall experience is the right fit. Even critical reviews still often acknowledge that therapy sessions can be good, while other parts of care fall short.
caveat9 reviews mention this
Nursing call response varies
Nursing responsiveness and staffing come up repeatedly as a concern.
Some residents report delayed help when using nurse call lights, including waits that can stretch from minutes to an hour. A few reviews also describe staffing and coordination problems between shifts, with particular criticism aimed at overnight coverage. While other reviewers say nursing staff are caring and professional, the negative mentions focus on slow response and needing multiple people to get assistance. Overall, residents seem to have more consistent experiences with therapy than with day-to-day nursing follow-through.
common5 reviews mention this
Aquatics and pool sessions
The warm-water pool and aquatics stand out for many residents.
Several reviewers describe aquatics sessions as helpful, including warm-water comfort and therapeutic effects for chronic pain or mobility. Others mention the pool as a key part of their routine, from exercises to using the facility frequently. Some comments are more mixed, including one family experience where the pool was closed last-minute for swim lessons. Even when the pool experience is discussed negatively, the physical setup (like warm water) is often mentioned.
common3 reviews mention this
Food fits diets, but varies
Dining quality is inconsistent, though dietary needs are addressed in reviews.
A few residents describe meals as sometimes not great, but appropriate for individual dietary and swallowing needs. Others say the food is not too bad. One inpatient-focused review specifically calls out breakfast items as less healthy than they expected. Taken together, dining comes across as meeting certain clinical diet requirements, while overall taste and nutrition can vary by day or unit.
caveat3 reviews mention this
Billing and payment concerns
Some families report stressful billing and payment handling.
A review describes receiving an over-$800 bill for a consultation and disputes being upheld. Others mention financial strain related to wanting coverage for an emergency room visit or being pushed toward private pay. While several reviews focus on care quality rather than cost, these billing-related comments are clear recurring points of frustration for families.
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Features
Housing
56 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Skilled Nursing Facility
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
Minneapolis-St Paul International (10 miles away)
Community operated transportation
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Care Services
12-16 hour nursing
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
Special dietary restrictions
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
Hospitals
Regency Hospital (0.5 miles)
Csc Gi Lab (3.7 miles)
Hennepin County Medical Center (3.8 miles)
Park Nicollet Methodist Hospital (5 miles)
University of Minnesota Medical Center - East Bank Campus (5.2 miles)
Pharmacies
Walgreens (1.1 miles)
Walgreens (2.2 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.6 miles)
Walgreens (3.2 miles)
Walgreens (3.4 miles)
Walgreens (3.4 miles)
Walgreens (3.4 miles)
Places of Worship
Elim Church Center (2 miles)
Westminster Presbyterian Church (3.2 miles)
Restaurants
ShowPlace ICON Theater (2.3 miles)
Taco Bell (2.5 miles)
Inbound BrewCo (2.5 miles)
Pryes Brewing Company (2.6 miles)
Smack Shack (2.7 miles)
Modist Brewing Co. (2.8 miles)
Psycho Suzi's Motor Lounge (2.9 miles)
Parks
North Loop Dog Park (2.6 miles)
Twin Lake Beach Park (3 miles)
Boom Island Park (3 miles)
Loring Park (3.1 miles)
Dakota Dog Park (3.3 miles)
Gateway Dog Park - Off-Leash Play Area (3.5 miles)
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