Sunlight Home on Skillman is an assisted-living facility located in Maplewood, MN, designed to support the daily living needs of its residents while fostering a sense of community. This facility provides a range of services and amenities aimed at ensuring comfort and care for its residents. Residents can take advantage of several community activities, including clubs and social groups that encourage participation and engagement. Sunlight Home offers courtesy transportation to medical appointments, enhancing residents' access to necessary vision, hearing, and dental care services. The facility also accommodates a variety of healthcare needs with specific services like memory care, incontinence care, ambulatory care, hospice care, and medication coordination, ensuring comprehensive support for residents' well-being. The in-house barber and beauty salon provide grooming services, contributing to the residents' personal care. Additionally, diabetes management is available to support residents with specific health requirements. Sunlight Home's services are inclusive of Vietnamese-speaking residents, allowing for enhanced communication and cultural understanding.
Transportation services are provided by Sunlight Home at cost, supporting residents in maintaining their independence and accessibility to both medical and non-medical appointments. These services facilitate transportation to and from medical facilities for necessary healthcare visits as well as enabling participation in local community activities and personal errands. This access to transportation plays a critical role in enhancing the residents’ quality of life and meeting their personal needs.
Reviews from residents and their families highlight Sunlight Home's convenient location, which is appreciated for meeting the logistical needs of those residing in and around Maplewood. During daytime hours, families report that adequate staffing levels ensure that residents receive the attention they need. However, feedback suggests the need for the on-call nurse to be closer, preferably within a ten-mile radius, to improve the timeliness of after-hours responses. Maintenance concerns are noted, with suggestions for minor repairs and regular upkeep, as well as improvements to both the interior and exterior of the facility to create a more welcoming atmosphere.
Costs at this community start at $3,568 and range up to $6,900. The average price in the community is $5,234, which is more than the average price in the area of $4,989. 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.