Shirley Chapman Sholom Home East, located in St. Paul, Minnesota, is part of the Sholom Community Alliance, a network providing comprehensive senior care services. The facility accommodates 99 current occupants and offers a dual care approach with both nursing-home and assisted-living services. Certified by Medicare and Medicaid, and a Medicare participant since February 1, 1987, Sholom Home East is equipped to deliver a wide range of medical and support services. These include speech therapy, occupational therapy, and therapeutic recreational activities such as yoga. Residents benefit from comprehensive health care with access to nursing, dental care, vision care, hearing care, and podiatry services. The facility also provides memory care for individuals with cognitive impairments, hospice care, and religious support for both Catholic and Jewish communities. To promote personal well-being and social interaction, a barber/beauty salon, clubs, and communities are available, alongside resident and family counseling services.
In terms of resident experience, reviews denote a mixed perception of care quality and staff interactions. Some residents and families report a welcoming environment fostered by friendly and dedicated staff, while others raise concerns about inconsistent care responses and communication challenges during critical situations. Praise for specific amenities, such as kosher meals and therapeutic services, is noted, though there are calls for improvement in management and administrative practices to ensure more consistent care. Staff members are described as compassionate by some accounts, and efforts to enhance resident engagement and quality of life through activities and individualized care plans are acknowledged. However, the reviews underscore the importance of systemic improvements in operational reliability and communication to better meet the residents' needs.
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 $5,000. 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.