The Homestead at Rochester, located in Rochester, MN, is a senior living community that offers a range of care services including memory care, independent living, assisted living, and long-term care. This continuum of services ensures that residents can transition between different levels of care as their needs evolve, all within the same community. The facility aims to provide a supportive environment through personalized care plans and a variety of activities and amenities designed to enhance the residents' quality of life.
The Homestead at Rochester provides a range of care and medical support services aimed at addressing the diverse health needs of its residents. For those with diabetes, the community offers specialized care which involves monitoring blood sugar levels, managing medications, and preparing appropriate meals. Incontinence care is available with assistance and management tailored to individual requirements, helping to maintain residents' dignity and comfort. The facility is equipped to support non-ambulatory residents, providing necessary assistance with mobility needs and activities of daily living. Memory care is a primary service provided at The Homestead, focusing on engaging activities and personalized care plans for residents with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. Some concerns have been raised about the effectiveness of these memory care services, particularly during recent management changes. Additionally, the community offers high acuity care for residents with more intensive medical needs, although there have been complaints about medication management and staffing issues. Ancillary services include housekeeping; however, some residents and families have noted a decline in housekeeping quality and the helpfulness of temporary staff.
Transportation services at The Homestead at Rochester are available to assist residents with their travel needs. The community offers complimentary transportation for medical appointments, enhancing the accessibility of routine healthcare. For non-medical purposes or additional trips, transportation is available at an extra cost. These transportation options are designed to facilitate residents' engagements outside the community, allowing them to attend appointments, run errands, or participate in social activities as needed. This service aims to support residents' independence and connection with the broader community, although specific scheduling and availability details were not provided.
Costs at this community start at $0 and range up to $0. The average price in the community is $0, which is less than the average price in the area of $4,432. The cost of memory care 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.