Saint Therese at Oxbow Lake is a senior living facility located in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, offering a continuum of care services that include assisted living, independent living, memory care, skilled nursing, and transitional care. As a Catholic-affiliated community, it incorporates spiritual support into its programming, providing access to an onsite chapel and opportunities for spiritual counseling for residents and their families. Saint Therese is certified by Medicare and Medicaid and has been a Medicare participant since July 2013. The facility has a capacity for 62 residents and offers care options for individuals who require varying levels of daily assistance, including full support with bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting.
Saint Therese at Oxbow Lake delivers a range of medical and supportive services, such as diabetes and hospice care, incontinence management, podiatry, and ambulatory care. Specialized memory care programming is available, with a secured community and environments specifically designed for those experiencing memory loss. Rehabilitation services offered onsite include occupational, speech, and physical therapy, provided by licensed nurses and therapists. Massage therapy, wellness and activity clubs, and access to a barber/beauty salon are available to support physical and social wellbeing. Laundry and dry cleaning services are included as part of daily living support. The community provides activities, engagement opportunities, and resident/family counseling programs. Services are available in English and French to accommodate residents’ language needs.
Transportation options at Saint Therese at Oxbow Lake include complimentary scheduled transportation, as well as transportation at cost for both medical appointments and non-medical purposes, enabling residents to attend outings, appointments, and events as needed while maintaining independence.
Family and resident feedback about Saint Therese at Oxbow Lake is mixed. Many highlight the facility’s clean environment, welcoming atmosphere, varied dining and activities, and compassionate care, especially in independent living and rehabilitation settings, as well as the effectiveness of therapy services. However, others report significant concerns, particularly in the transitional care and skilled nursing units, citing issues with staff responsiveness, inadequate staffing, training deficiencies, and occasional lapses in basic care or medication management. Some reviews describe serious outcomes linked to staffing shortages, including delayed assistance and incidents of neglect, raising caution for those considering the facility, especially for higher-acuity care needs. As of mid-2024, no major construction updates have been reported, and the facility continues to focus on enhancing its service offerings to meet residents’ diverse needs.
Costs at this community start at $5,775 and range up to $6,900. The average price in the community is $6,338, which is more than the average price in the area of $4,987. 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.
