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Galtier A Villa Center in Saint Paul, MN

Galtier A Villa Center is a nursing home community in Saint Paul, MN.

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Galtier A Villa Center in Saint Paul, MN

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  • Interior

    A cozy and modern living room featuring a stylish fireplace and comfortable seating.

  • Decor

    A well-set dining area featuring round tables with colorful cups and neatly arranged chairs.

  • Living Room

    A cozy living room with a fireplace, sofas, a television, and a coffee table.

  • Building

    Entrance of a brick apartment building with a blue awning.

  • Bedroom

    A clean hospital patient room featuring two beds and natural light from a window.

  • Dining

    A spacious dining area featuring several tables and chairs, designed for communal gatherings.

  • Lighting

    A quiet street scene at night, illuminated by streetlights and lined with parked cars.

  • Natural Light

    A modern and cozy living room featuring comfortable seating and a bright atmosphere.

  • Exercise Equipment

    A physical therapy room equipped with exercise tools and rehabilitation equipment.

  • Gym

    A well-equipped rehabilitation gym featuring exercise machines and a spacious area for physical therapy.

  • Healthcare

    A hospital room with two beds, curtain dividers, and furniture.

445 Galtier Avenue, Saint Paul, MN 55103

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2.5 from 72 reviews
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Overall Review of Galtier A Villa Center

caveat 15 reviews mention this

Cleanliness and odors divide opinions

Residents and visitors describe strong concerns about cleanliness, odors, and dirty conditions.

Several reviews describe unpleasant odors, including urine, and say residents were left in dirty conditions or waste for extended periods. A few other reviewers counter that the building felt clean and did not have urine-like smells when they visited, and that cleaning staff were visible. Even in the positive notes, reviews still acknowledge the facility can look worn or rundown, which may shape first impressions. Overall, cleanliness is a recurring point of frustration for many families and visitors, even though some report better days or improvement.

caveat 10 reviews mention this

Staffing and call response are criticized

Multiple reviews describe delays getting help and difficulty reaching the right staff.

A recurring concern is that residents and families struggle to get timely assistance. Some reviews mention call buttons going unanswered for long periods, nurses not responding quickly enough, or help not arriving when it’s needed. There are also reports that communication breaks down—calls are transferred, hung up, or routed to the wrong place—adding to delays in getting care. A smaller number of reviews say staffing has improved over time and that staff members are attentive and responsive, but the complaints about slow or missed follow-through keep coming up.

caveat 10 reviews mention this

Care quality varies by experience

Reviews describe widely different experiences with day-to-day care.

Some families report neglectful care, including issues with bathing and feeding, delays in meeting basic needs, and concerns about supervision and safety. Other reviews mention better bedside care from certain individuals, and a few note that medical issues were addressed in a timely way and that families were included in care conversations. There are also comments about care mistakes, such as difficulties with diet or residents being confused with someone else. Taken together, residents’ experiences with care and support seem inconsistent across reviews.

common 9 reviews mention this

Facility condition feels outdated

Residents and visitors repeatedly comment that the building looks old and worn.

Many reviews describe the facility as old, worn, dingy, and in need of upgrading, including damaged areas and slow or problematic elevators. A few reviewers acknowledge the building’s condition while still describing it as clean or better than expected, which suggests the physical environment shapes first impressions even when care is considered acceptable. Some negative reviews connect the worn condition to overall cleanliness and care concerns. Overall, the building’s age and upkeep are a frequent theme across feedback.

caveat 4 reviews mention this

Food and nutrition come up

Several reviews mention food quality, portions, or diet concerns.

Some reviewers criticize food nutrition and say portions are too small, while others describe concerns about dietary accuracy for diabetic residents. A separate set of reviews say meals taste good or that they were invited to participate during meal time. There’s also mention that food may not align with low-carb expectations for diabetic needs. Overall, dining is discussed less than cleanliness and staffing, but diet and portion concerns still appear in multiple reviews.

  • A well-set dining area featuring round tables with colorful cups and neatly arranged chairs.
  • A spacious dining area featuring several tables and chairs, designed for communal gatherings.

How we summarize

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Features

Housing

  • 107 resident community capacity 107 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Minneapolis-St Paul International (7 miles away) Minneapolis-St Paul International (7 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

Places of Worship

  • Cathedral of St Paul (0.6 miles)
  • St George Greek Orthodox Church (2 miles)
  • St Jerome Elementary School (3.2 miles)
  • WW Studio (3.6 miles)
  • Transfiguration Catholic Church (6.4 miles)

Hospitals

  • St Joseph's Hospital-St Paul (0.7 miles)
  • Regions Hospital Burn Center (0.8 miles)
  • United Hospital Joint Relacement Center (0.9 miles)
  • VA Medical Center (5.8 miles)
  • University of Minnesota Medical Center - East Bank Campus (5.9 miles)
  • St John's Hospital-Maplewood (6.4 miles)

Restaurants

  • Cossetta's Italian Market & Pizzeria (0.8 miles)
  • Citizen Supper Club (1.2 miles)
  • The Bulldog Lowertown (1.2 miles)
  • Brew Hall (2.6 miles)
  • Taco Bell (2.7 miles)
  • Karen Thai food (2.8 miles)
  • Burger Time (3.1 miles)

Transportation

  • Union Depot (1.3 miles)
  • Minnesota State Fair Transit Hub (3.7 miles)
  • Concourse A (6.7 miles)
  • Delta Sky Club (6.8 miles)
  • Concourse C (6.8 miles)
  • Concourse D (6.8 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (1.4 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.1 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.3 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.3 miles)
  • Walgreens (4.3 miles)
  • Walgreens (4.5 miles)
  • Walgreens (4.6 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (1.9 miles)
  • Groundswell (2.3 miles)
  • Roundtable Cof (4.3 miles)

Physicians

  • West Side Community Health Services (2.4 miles)
  • Dermatology Consultants P.A. (2.7 miles)
  • Parkway Family Physicians (3.7 miles)
  • Dakota Medical Solutions (4.3 miles)
  • Entira Family Clinics-West St Paul (4.3 miles)
  • HealthPartners Health Center for Women Clinic St Paul (4.7 miles)
  • HealthPartners Clinic (5 miles)

Parks

  • Como Park (2.6 miles)
  • Flicek Park (4.2 miles)
  • Central Park Playground (4.7 miles)
  • Owasso Park (5 miles)
  • Acorn Park (5.1 miles)
  • Hidden Falls Park (5.2 miles)
  • Wabun Picnic Area (5.3 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC Rosedale 14 (4.9 miles)
  • AMC Inver Grove 16 (6.5 miles)

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