My wife and I moved into out two bedroom, 2 bath unit in January, 2022 and love living here. They…read morehave many activities scheduled on the calendar each month. Every week there is a musical program in early afternoon for entertainment and every Friday afternoon includes additional a program that including soft drinks, beer or wine and snacks. There is a small movie theater in building and workout room and craft room all located in that area. We have two parking places in the heated parking in the basement and there is a car washing space available it you want to wash your own car. It sure is nice to not have to clean snow off the cars when heading out of the building in snowy weather. They recently opened the woodworking shop for those desiring some small wood building projects. Just about any hand or power tools needed is in that shop. They recently have added several new staff members for many of the management jobs and we like what the staff members are doing for the residents for their comfortable living conditions. Some problems with the boilers in the basement which cause cool units because They are heated with heated floors but the new maintenance Department has gotten that problem solved.

This is a beautiful facility. The areas for socializing are pleasant and the dining space is well…read moreappointed. If you are looking for independent living the apartments are very nice. The main reason for two stars is connected to the services. We move my in-laws in to assisted living. They needed daily assistance but unfortunately staff just didn't show when they were supposed to and it was a challenge working through the billing. Calls go unanswered. If you need services I would not recommend this facility.

I had visit and the care from staff and being greeted by the front desk staff being welcomed had…read moremade me feel important and appreciated. I will visit again.

Klassic Kitchen. Great servers, soup is awesome. Will go there again…read more Coffee shop personnel also nice & accommodating. Noisy 'cuz it's popular. And

This community is one of a kind. The caregivers and nurses are competent and caring. They will go…read moreabove and beyond for your loved ones. One only has to walk around once to truly understand how special of a place this is.

I would like to recognize Jeff Rank who runs the Rock Steady Boxing Program at The Commons on…read moreMarice for the outstanding job that he does in running a program that is fun but challenging. It is also very effective. My personal experience is that I came to the gym one year ago. I was using a four wheel walker and my strength and balance were poor. One year later I am now walking independently...and I don't need a nap after each class! The person that I hold responsible for this improvement is Jeff. He comes to the program with a strong background. He is dedicated to each of his boxers and is constantly working to improve the program and gym. He also spends a tremendous amount of time researching Parkinsons and is a wonderful resource. I can't thank Jeff enough for the difference he has made in my life.

My mother moved in to Marvella in May 2024. We couldn't be more pleased with everything about this…read morefacility...the building, the amenities, the staff, the food...all excellent! Despite the luxurious feel of this place, it proved to be the least expensive of the places we toured. There are so many great people who work here: Nicole, Connor, Michele, Cat, Susan, Robin, Robin, Wendy, Marie, Mary, Craig, Tess...I could go on and on. If you are looking for Memory care, Assisted Living, or independent living in the St Paul Highland area, this is definitely a "must see".

My mom lived in Memory Care at Marvella for 15 months. She was forced to leave because her disease…read moreprogressed and she started needing a wheelchair. When I was moving my mom's belongings out of her room, I discovered her room had a rodent infestation of enormous proportions. There was a solid sheet of droppings under the cushions of her couch. Most of the interior fabric was eaten away. There were droppings inside my mom's bed frame and along her headboard. The shelf of mom's closet was blanketed with droppings. The infestation created a serious health risk to my mom as well as the other residents. The Hantavirus is contracted through breathing air contaminated with rodent dropping. And it can be fatal. A few weeks after my mom had left, I received a letter from Marvella, informing me they would not be refunding my mom's damage deposit because they needed to replace the carpet in her room. Yes, there was a blood stain on the carpet from when my mom fell and hit her head. After realizing they were never going to clean up the pool of blood, I tried to wash it out of the carpet, but it did leave a stain. I find it ironic that Marvella had my mom living in the midst of a rodent infestation (including droppings in the carpet) but they chose to further punish my mom by keeping her damage deposit. She didn't tear the place up by hosting nightly keggars in her room. She's a 91 year old woman with advanced dementia who fell and hit her head. Does that sound like treatment she should receive from a nonprofit, Christian organization run by Presbyterian Homes?

We visited a family member who lives in the nursing home section of Trillium Woods. He started out…read morein the assisted living section, was in the transitional care area, and now the nursing home section. The complex is huge and we have appreciated that he has been able to stay at Trillium Woods as he has aged and his health care needs have increased. We used to eat with him in the restaurant when he was in assisted living. It was like going to an upscale restaurant. It was nothing like "nursing home food." The menu would change and provided the residents with a wonderful selection of options from which to choose. The activities are many and varied. We have appreciated that when the residents go on outings that the staff photographs them and shares them on Facebook. We have enjoyed seeing our loved one at different places, and seeing how happy and engaged he is with other residents and in the community. There is a library for residents and I was happy to see that he uses it regularly. At our visit, he shared that he had just read a book about Robert Frost, the poet, and had a new book about the he sinking of the ocean liner RMS Lusitania that occurred on May 7, 1915, during the First World War. Keeping the residents' minds active and encouraging them to read and continue to learn is impressive and needed! The nursing home section is well-maintained, elegant, and welcoming. There are public seating areas, water with lemon slices in it for guests and residents, a puzzle table, t.v. area, and dining area. When we arrived, the cloth napkins were beautifully folded on the table that had a white linen table cloth on it. This is normal...not the exception. The staff are friendly, helpful, and professional. They treat everyone with dignity and respect. I could only wish that when the time comes that I need nursing care that I could live in such a beautiful, well-maintained facility with top-notch staff and programming in the arts, music, and outings like Trillium Woods offers.

Beautiful facility. I just moved in and am anxious to join in the activities and meet new friends.read more

Gracewood in Highland Park is a very well run place. The administrator Sara is who it starts with…read more She trains her employees well and every time I have walked into the provider you see very caring employees not just doing their jobs but actually go above and beyond to make sure all their clients are well cared for. The employees I feel so little things for the individuals they serve to make sure they are treated with dignity and respect. Joy is the head nurse and she also does a great job. It is about team building and making sure new ideas are brought up to make sure residents are loved and cared for. I am so glad my mother in law care coordinator recommend to check out Gracewood when I was told there might be an open bed. They are very much about team approach.

My mother has been living at Gracewood for over two years and she loves it and we (her family) are…read moreglad she is comfortable and well cared for. The staff is like a family who are looking out and always interested but also give mom respect and privacy. She has had a variety of ups and downs and everyone including the house manager, the nurse and the staff all are honest and kind with me to keep me informed and connected even when I can't be with Mom as much as I wish. All the staff seem to really like the residents and visit and chit chat when they can. I am so appreciative that I am never "nickel and dimed" for all the little things like someone helping Mom to get dressed sometimes or doing a quick coat of paint on her nails. The building smells good and is decorated for seasons and holidays. It is relatively small which we all like so that Mom can stay active and have some freedom even though her dementia is significant. Her geriatrician visited and made a house call and was very impressed at how well rooms and overall layout were designed to accommodate the needs of elderly and ability to integrate different levels of cognitive and physical abilities together. Check it out!

I toured Havenwood of Richfield and the facility is nice and clean. Staff were very welcoming and…read moreit was clear, they care a lot about the folks who live there.

4 years ago my 71-year-old Mom moved from her home of 50 years to an independent living senior…read morefacility at 1910 Graham Ave. We were overjoyed at the community and amenities the owners Kelley Bothers offered and we thought she had found her next real "home". She was allowed to choose paint colors, the rent was affordable and the whole place had a very friendly home-like feel to it. She was very happy there. Last year the building was sold to Oppidan with Ebenezer as the property management company. It's like a nightmare. They raised her rent $120 a month and went from a yearly lease to month to month with the option to raise the rent any time they like. They are forcing her to move out of her apartment to temporary housing that doesn't even have a telephone so they can "renovate" and put in a lot of changes that she didn't ask for and doesn't want. All the while pretending like they are doing her some kind of favor. They refused to let her keep her wall colors, she has to be without telephone or internet for at least 3 weeks while still paying for the service, she has to pack up all her belongings and to access her car she has to walk to the garage which will be 2 buildings away from her. I warn anyone in the area that has an elderly relative to avoid facilities owned and managed by these people, they are heartless. My Mom was perfectly happy with her living situation the way it was and the only reason they are doing this is for the almighty dollar.

The Highlands of St. Paul is a fantastic community! Great owners, management, staff and residents…read more From the moment you walk into the building you feel welcomed. They offer a range in housing options from Senior Living to Memory Care. The staff is caring and compassionate and I would highly reccomend the Highlands of St. Paul to those looking for a great senior living community.