Northern Oaks Place is an assisted living and memory care community located in Blaine, Minnesota, and is managed by Ebenezer. The facility provides both assisted living apartments and specialized memory care services for residents living with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia. Northern Oaks Place is designed to support seniors requiring varying levels of personal assistance, including daily care and supervision as needed.
Care services at Northern Oaks Place encompass a broad range of support designed for residents’ specific medical and daily living needs. Assisted living residents receive help with activities of daily living such as full assistance with bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting. Memory care services are delivered within a secured community, which is specifically designed to accommodate individuals with memory loss, incorporating safety features and supportive layouts to reduce confusion and encourage independence where possible. The community offers medication management, diabetes care, and incontinence care, ensuring residents’ medical needs are consistently addressed. On-site accessibility to healthcare professionals, including an optometrist and podiatry services, is provided, along with structured fitness programs and yoga or chair yoga for physical wellness. Residents have access to an on-site barber and beauty salon, and additional amenities are aimed at helping residents maintain personal grooming and comfort.
Residents are encouraged to participate in various clubs and community activities that foster social engagement and prevent isolation. These include organized singalongs, birthday celebrations, and wellness exercises. The facility places an emphasis on an environment that supports both individuality and community, hosting local pastors for visits and offering flexible housekeeping and laundry services. Residents with mobility challenges benefit from accessible design features throughout the building.
For transportation needs, Northern Oaks Place offers both complimentary and at-cost transportation services. These are available for both medical appointments and non-medical purposes such as shopping, recreational outings, or attending community events, facilitating continued independence and engagement with the broader community.
According to reviews from residents and families, Northern Oaks Place is often recognized for the dedication and warmth of its staff, with comments highlighting a caring and home-like atmosphere. Personalized living plans and attentive care are appreciated, as are the efforts to respond to resident preferences regarding meals and activities. Some concerns have been noted regarding the operational aspects, such as the effectiveness of alarm systems and challenges during management transitions, as well as the facility’s overall ambiance in some areas. Accessibility for visitors without personal vehicles may be limited due to restricted mass transit options. Nonetheless, most feedback reflects satisfaction with the quality of care and the range of services provided in a supportive and well-maintained environment.
Costs at this community start at $6,000 and range up to $6,900. The average price in the community is $6,450, which is more than the average price in the area of $4,996. 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.