Gable Pines is a senior living community located in Vadnais Heights, Minnesota. The facility provides assisted living as its primary care service, with additional options for independent living, memory care, and general senior living. Residents at Gable Pines have access to a range of personalized care plans tailored to individual needs. The community supports seniors with activities of daily living, including full assistance with bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting. In addition to standard assisted living, enhanced care services are available to address more complex health and mobility needs, supporting residents who require ambulatory care or incontinence care.
Comprehensive medical and wellness services at Gable Pines include medication management and coordination, diabetes care, and a structured wellness program. Residents with dementia or Alzheimer’s benefit from memory care services, provided in a secured community environment designed to ensure safety and supervision. Specialized fitness and wellness offerings, such as organized fitness programs and yoga, including chair yoga, are available to promote physical health and flexibility. The community features on-site amenities such as a barber/beauty salon and outdoor walking paths, supporting social engagement and physical activity. Clubs and social communities are established for ongoing enrichment, and English is the primary language of communication throughout the facility.
Transportation services at Gable Pines cover both medical and non-medical needs. Residents may utilize complimentary transportation for scheduled appointments or errands, access scheduled local transportation at designated times, or arrange transportation at cost for other personal purposes. These transportation options are designed to support resident independence, facilitate access to healthcare providers, and maintain community connections.
Families and residents frequently note the cleanliness and modern design of the facility, along with its broad array of amenities and engaging activities. Communication from staff is often highlighted as a strong point, with regular updates on resident wellbeing and sensitive attention to individual needs, particularly during difficult times such as illness or loss. Reviewers report generally positive experiences in independent and assisted living environments, citing welcoming and helpful staff and a smooth move-in process. However, feedback regarding memory care is mixed—while some families express appreciation for the compassion offered, others raise concerns about staffing consistency, resident supervision, and occasional understaffing in certain departments. Transparency in pricing and apartment options is generally appreciated.
Gable Pines continues to focus on providing a continuum of care within a hospitality-oriented environment, emphasizing flexibility and support as resident needs change over time. The facility’s strengths include a well-maintained setting, a commitment to communication, and a wide range of care services, though prospective residents and families are advised to inquire about staffing levels and supervision protocols in higher-acuity care units.
Costs at this community start at $4,125 and range up to $5,500. The average price in the community is $4,812, which is less than the average price in the area of $4,958. The cost of assisted living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.
