White Pine Senior Living - Cottage Grove I is an assisted living facility located in Cottage Grove, Minnesota. It provides a supportive environment tailored to the needs of older adults requiring assistance with daily living activities. The facility offers a range of care services including ambulatory care and incontinence care to ensure residents receive the necessary support for their day-to-day needs. The staff includes qualified nurses available to assist with medication management and diabetes care. For residents experiencing memory loss, the facility has specific programs and a community designed to accommodate memory-related challenges. This community is equipped to support those with memory care needs exclusively, fostering a safe and understanding environment. Additionally, the facility features amenities such as a barber/beauty salon to enhance the living experience, catering to resident well-being and personal grooming needs.
White Pine Senior Living - Cottage Grove I recognizes the importance of enabling community engagement and social interaction among residents. This is facilitated through various clubs and communities within the facility, fostering a vibrant living atmosphere. Both English and Spanish-speaking residents are accommodated, ensuring everyone feels included and understood.
Transportation services at White Pine Senior Living - Cottage Grove I are available at cost, catering to both medical and non-medical purposes. This service is designed to provide residents with reliable transportation for medical appointments, ensuring their healthcare needs are met promptly. Additionally, the availability of non-medical transportation supports residents in maintaining social connections and independence by allowing them to participate in community activities and run personal errands.
Family and resident reviews of the facility highlight a predominantly positive experience, noting the welcoming setting and dedicated care from the staff. Specific praise is given to staff members like Chelly and Kelsey for their professionalism and the extra efforts they make to meet residents' needs. The safe, clean environment is particularly appreciated, along with effective coordination with hospice care when required. Some reviews, however, express concerns about staffing shortages and occasional medication errors, which may affect service consistency. Overall, the feedback underscores attentive care delivery, with a few recommending families to directly inquire about particular care needs and preferences.
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 $5,036. 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.