$14,000/month should at least get you a private room but the shared room is really my only…read morecomplaint. He lives in a space half the size of my bedroom. They have no storage areas for residents as many other homes do so he can only have what fits in his room. Most of the staff is very friendly. They all know my dad and always tell me how sweet he is. He had an issue with one worker, I called in for something else and mentioned this to the person I was talking to, and the next day the administrator and the head nurse had addressed it and called me to update. They label all his clothes I bring in for him and do laundry there every week or so. Everything is included. The coordinator Rochelle who sets up his appointments and transportation when needed is wonderful. She also helps him when he has a video appointment. The food seems decent and they come by every day to set up his meals for the next day. If he doesn't like something that's scheduled he can order an alternative like a cheeseburger or something else. I bought him a fridge so he can have his Coke in his room but they also have a vending machine for pop and snacks. I haven't been able to visit as often as I like due to my own health and disability but they keep me updated and he likes participating in the activities they have for patients like bingo and different crafts. I know it's a hard transition for most people to lose their independence and most nursing homes are not ideal unless you are a millionaire. But if you're on Medicaid (which they will help you apply for) it's not bad and my dad seems happy most of the time. All his income goes to the facility and MA covers the rest. He gets ~$130 a month for incidentals but I try to provide him with what he needs.

The campus was in a lovely area and this facility was a very close second but my positive…read moreexperience is worth mentioning. My Mom's final choice really came down to wanting to be in the city center vs somewhere more peaceful. Amy could not have been more kind, helpful, and professional. She was clear in communications which I am grateful for as this was a complicated move with all the emotions and demands on my personal life. She really helped lead the way on next steps in a collaborative way that made my life easier and really improved my confidence in our steps as a family and in this team and facility. Also, the connection to Fairview is very positive for us as it is deeply embedded in Minnesota as a care provider which is also important.

My grandma had the pleasure of living here for 16 months and we are so glad she was able to call…read moreAmira home. The people here (residents and staff) truly care for the residents. Thank you to everyone who made this a great place for families to come to visit and always feel welcome. It doesn't go unnoticed!

From the owner: Conveniently located in Bloomington, Minnesota, our vibrant and pet-friendly senior living…read morecommunity offers residents a sense of belonging that comes with engagement and connection. Whether they are taking advantage of our extensive amenities and programming, socializing with neighbors and staff, shopping or dining in the neighborhood, or spending time in their bright and spacious studio, one- and two-bedroom private apartment homes, residents of Amira Choice Bloomington experience the best of every day, their way

I'm writing to share my profound disappointment with our experience at Friendship Village, where my…read moreaunt and uncle lived for years.  My aunt transition from independent living, to rehabilitation care, to memory care, with the family pouring hundreds of thousands of dollars into FV over the years.   Having seen most of the facility and levels of care over the past 5+ years, it is clean and generally well maintained. It is understaffed and the level of turnover indicates poor compensation for frontline workers. This underfunding occurs despite the fact that the "non-profit" that owns it, Lifespace, is worth over $500,000,000. A nearly $100,000,000 expansion occurred at FV over the past few years, too.   If you are looking for a socially vibrant place for your loved one, please keep looking. Common areas are not structured to encourage gatherings; there is a dearth of social interaction opportunities and when you roam the hallways on walks or tours you will hardly encounter a single soul.   The week of my aunt's entry into hospice (at Friendship Village with an outside provider) I drove from out of state to spend what I soon found out would be her last hours at her bedside. We received barely a check-in from the staff. When I asked questions, someone would tell me they would find out for me and I would never see them again. Upon her passing, I was left on my own to navigate move-out procedures, cleaning, sorting, etc. Every question I asked was met with confusion, a promise to return with answers, then no answers. The morning after she died,  when I was coming and going with her belongings, no one checked in with me or offered any sympathy. Questions like "Where do I put the trash? Do you offer clothing to other residents or do I donate to Goodwill? What about extra medical supplies?" Crickets. Wherever your money is going, it's not going toward keeping employees current on policies and procedures with residents/patients. It also should not fall to the PCAs and MAs to do this work-- staff a place adequately to handle issues once someone dies. I was in a constant state of disbelief that such an expensive place wouldn't even acknowledge a death until two days after it happened.   Calling the business office a few weeks later to handle remaining paperwork, the individual on the phone was so cold I actually asked if she knew that my aunt died, because her behavior did not seem to match the topic.  The response? "Yes."   The first communication I received after my aunt died was two days later, via a brief email expressing sympathy, with the rest of the email detailing the cost we would incur due to leaving things behind and asking about various items remaining in the room. Now, had anyone answered my questions the day after her death, I would have been able to dispose of things appropriately. When the social worker who sent the email did not hear back from me within a few hours, she called me (I was traveling back home). I suggested that if she wanted to truly practice social work, she should find a new spot, because being the fee enforcer is probably not what she went to school for (the contacts I had with the RD, RN, and SW were generally very good, to be fair). If you do move your loved one here, plan to pay exorbitant amounts of money to do a lot yourselves. This is a sentiment I now see I share with other reviewers. Your money and your loved ones' last days are better spent someplace else.

From the owner: Friendship Village of Bloomington is a nonprofit senior living community centered on exceptional…read moreindependent living, where residents enjoy the freedom, comfort, and convenience to shape each day their way. Our campus offers an array of amenities--including chef-prepared dining, fitness and wellness programs, a heated indoor pool, walking paths, creative arts spaces, lifelong learning opportunities, and a full calendar of social, recreational, and cultural activities--all designed to support an active, fulfilling lifestyle. Residents appreciate maintenance-free living, security, and the assurance of higher levels of care on-site if ever needed. Newsweek, in partnership with Statista, has named Friendship Village of Bloomington the #1 continuing-care retirement community in Minnesota and ranked us among the top ten CCRCs in the nation for three years in a row, underscoring the quality, service, and community experience we take pride in delivering every day.

As an employee of Village Shores, I can attest to the level of service that we provide to our…read moreclients. The staff at Village Shores strive to form an interpersonal relationship with the residents, and it really shows. The programs that are offered keep the residents busy and as far as meals go, many compliments are made to the chef. The bus driver is very jolly and the outings that are offered vary in so many ways, from concerts and plays, to local dining establishments and museums. Overall, the Village Shores experience is one that everyone enjoys, from the staff to the residents.

From the owner: Village Shores Senior Community is a premier living community for those 55+ that offers Independent…read moreSenior Apartments and Assisted Living. Our apartments provide a sweeping view of Richfield, MN standing eight stories over Richfield's Market Plaza shopping center. We are just one block away from a large grocery store with a pharmacy, retail, restaurants, Allina Medical Clinic and the post office We offer multiple levels of care and allow seniors to move from one care option to another as needed. Village Shores Senior Apartments offer a variety of luxury apartment homes. Some of our amenities include a beauty/barber shop, common area with library, billiard room, community room with a big-screen television, and our Village Café which features varied menus. Boardwalk Common's Assisted Living has 24-hour personal care tailored to the needs of each resident. These, plans are designed to encourage independence at all levels while providing support needed to live in a private apartment. Lifesprk Life Care Management is a unique, holistic model of care that goes beyond health services, helps residents at all SilverCrest Properties by providing support enabling senior adults to maintain their independence and emotional well-being. We set ourselves apart through distinguished service to our residents, family and staff via our SilverAdvantage program.

It's beautiful and the staff is great. Lovely grounds, great amenities. We chose it for my mother.read more

Tour was great and I was excited about moving in. My husband has stage 4 cancer and wanted me to be…read morea part of a community after he dies and me not feel lonely. We filled out paperwork & paid pet deposit.. We then saw nurse for assessment and she asked my hubby mostly questions. She then told  me we are not a good fit;" We would have. Been a good addition to The Rivers. They cashed check vs mailing back.  6 wks. I finally have my check returned.

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?