Ecumen North Branch is a senior living facility located in North Branch, Minnesota, offering a variety of care services to meet the diverse needs of its residents. It provides primary nursing home care alongside additional services such as assisted living, memory care, continuing care retirement communities, and senior living. The facility aims to cater to individuals requiring different levels and types of assistance through personalized care plans and a community-focused approach.
At Ecumen North Branch, residents have access to comprehensive medical and therapeutic support. This includes diabetes care, which is tailored to help manage and monitor residents' conditions effectively. The facility offers occupational and physical therapy services aimed at enhancing or maintaining residents' abilities and physical function. Speech therapy is also available to assist those with communication or swallowing difficulties. Incontinence care is provided, ensuring residents receive respectful and appropriate assistance. Ambulatory care services are in place to support individuals with mobility needs. Moreover, the facility is equipped as a secured community, providing a safe environment for those with memory care needs. Residents can benefit from additional amenities such as a chapel for spiritual needs and a barber/beauty salon for personal grooming and care.
Transportation services at Ecumen North Branch include both complimentary options and transportation at an additional cost. These services are available to facilitate medical appointments or trips for non-medical purposes, assisting residents in maintaining independence and access to the broader community.
Mixed reviews indicate that Ecumen North Branch provides a welcoming atmosphere, clean environment, comfortable living spaces, and a variety of activities. Some families and residents appreciate the efforts of dedicated staff members who contribute positively to the facility's operations. However, issues such as understaffing, variable care quality, medication errors, and food quality have been raised by some reviewers. Emergency responses have been criticized as inadequate. The leadership has faced scrutiny for its perceived lack of engagement in addressing these issues. Families have emphasized the importance of monitoring care quality, suggesting the installation of cameras to better oversee residents' well-being.
Costs at this community start at $1,955 and range up to $6,900. The average price in the community is $4,428, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,142. The cost of nursing homes 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.