My most recent experience involved the staff bringing an envelope of money to my wife's apartment…read moreand mumbling something about it wasn't supposed to be given to some staff and she had to take it back. Since she has dementia, she was rightly upset, confused and concerned. When I asked what had happened, I was told it's against their policy for any staff person to receive a tip, so WITHOUT calling me they sent some new hire to return it. My other real concern is the pitiful kitchen: the dining area is just wooden 4-tops with nothing on top for decoration; the cook's idea of serving attractive food consists of plopping it on a plate and having a barely-trained high school student put it on the table. There is never any kind of salad beyond a pathetic "tossed salad" which is a few dregs of lettuce, 3 ONE-HALF cherry tomatoes and 3 strings of onion--never any coleslaw of other kinds of salad that would be good with the entree. It is really pathetic and dis-heartening to think of going to eat there. Responses to complaints has so far just been, "We're sort of working on it." If you're considering sending someone here, FIRST THING: have a meal there! I wrote a similar commentary last December, so you can see not much has changed. GS

From the owner: Augustana Regent in Burnsville sets the standard for senior living where hospitality and caring…read moregive mom, dad, friends, and family a community they can truly call home. At the Regent our residents can age in place with services that provide round the clock staffing. As our resident's needs change they can move from independent to assisted living, or to care suites or memory care. Because we are faith based, spiritual opportunities are available almost everyday.

Valley Ridge Presbyterian Homes Assisted Living and Memory Care…read more Most of the staff that provide direct service are helpful and kind. Most of my interactions with management are difficult. Their language is threatening, they expect very important decisions to made immediately and require your signature locking you into decisions under pressure. When they give corrections to my parent because of a mistake or misunderstanding it always comes with a veiled threat of eviction. If we ask for documentation on policies or their "point system" so we can have a better understanding of what we are paying for or what they are recommending it is very hard to get them to give us written materials to review. The lease we signed refers to other documents, brochures, for costly policy information. Yes, the brochures were provided in a stack about 1/2 inch thick with other promotional material, but not fully explained. And these brochures look like they can be changed or updated at any time, which does not seem to me to be legal since they are connected to our lease agreement. They promote themselves as a non-profit providing service to the elderly but working with the management is like working with a used car dealership. One more thing, the food is awful. My parent gets about one meal a week that they do not complain about. I know food seems like a petty complaint, but my parent does not have much to look forward to, and food is a very big part of their day.

From the owner: An affordable senior living community in Dakota County…read more Located on Burnsville Parkway and Highway 5, Valley Ridge is far more than a wonderful place to call home. With various amenities, it's a community where you can thrive and enjoy life! Valley Ridge is the shared vision of the Dakota County CDA and Presbyterian Homes & Services.

The facility and staff at The Cottages / The Moments in Lakeville is awesome. While super pretty…read moresurroundings don't always mean 'great care' is available - it DOES at the Moments. Caregivers are polite and professional, Julie and Mercedes at the Front Desk are a joy to speak with. And best of all, the Executive Management is proactive and available to meet. Great communication between staff is another high value point for us. The decor will knock you out - but it's the CARE than will make you shine!

From the owner: The Moments is a vibrant, innovative and purposely designed Twin Cities care community where…read moreresidents are respected and cherished like they are family. Our loving, highly trained staff is dedicated to preserving our residents’ independence, honoring their dignity, celebrating their uniqueness, and surrounding them with the very best that life has to offer, moment by moment.

Mom was discharged from the hospital to ebenezer long term care. My sister and I both come from…read morehealthcare backgrounds and understand that everything cannot be done immediately. The unit is extremely short staffed. Every time we needed something for mom (pain medication, etc) it typically took 45 minutes or longer to get any response. We moved mom to a different facility as soon as possible and the care was wonderful. Just proved to us how bad Ebenezer was. Most of the staff were kind, just overworked. I would not ever recommend this facility.

The building and amenities are nice and most of the employees are caring and helpful, but they are…read moreway understaffed. When a patient at the TCU pushes their call button for help, it usually takes a minimum of 20 minutes for anyone to come. Patients often can't hold it that long when they need to go to the restroom, let alone if they need help for an emergency. If you are considering their TCU, be sure to tour the building and look at the call lights in the hallways. You will always see several blinking and dinging at once, which means that these patients are waiting for help. If they can hire more employees to handle this issue, it would be a much better place.

can't wait to take my son out of this place. They welcome you with open arms and then once they get…read moreyou in there, they change all the rules everything that we signed up for they took away from him half the staff shows up late half the staff doesn't show up they took away my son's private help and I would give that a thumbs down and removing him ASAP. also, my granddaughter got bit by a bat inside the home yes Evergreen a bat

Reviews Evergreen Homes…read more Google review summary 5 4 3 2 1 4.0 (4) Reviews Sort by Most relevant Newest Highest Lowest SKP 2 reviews No way! Never! Don't do it. Never put your loved one here ! My story could make a Netflix movie. Unless they get new ownership and a new President, don't do it. They lie and tear families apart. The most horrific experience I have ... More Patty Bradley 4 reviews 2 weeks ago New well, isn't it beautiful on the outside, but on the inside it's another story. My son went to this home and they promised him the moon, and then just a few weeks into it ,They pretty much took away everything they promised. I wouldn't ... More Luke Jenkins Local Guide·64 reviews·11 photos 7 months ago Beautiful Homes! MATT BROWER 10 reviews 11 months ago Sarah Hallmark-Brower 6 reviews·12 photos 11 months ago This is hands down, one of the best care homes in the Twin Cities. Eunie, the owner, is one of the most respected nurses in the Twin Cities and she goes above and beyond for her clients like no other. Also, she owns the homes with a Dr who can round right in the home. There is almost nothing that Eunie cannot do. 3 Reviews Evergreen Homes Google review summary 5 4 3 2 1 4.0 (4) Reviews Sort by Most relevant Newest Highest Lowest SKP 2 reviews No way! Never! Don't do it. Never put your loved one here ! My story could make a Netflix movie. Unless they get new ownership and a new President, don't do it. They lie and tear families apart. The most horrific experience I have ... More Patty Bradley 4 reviews 2 weeks ago New well, isn't it beautiful on the outside, but on the inside it's another story. My son went to this home and they promised him the moon, and then just a few weeks into it ,They pretty much took away everything they promised. I wouldn't ... More Sarah Hallmark-Brower 6 reviews·12 photos 11 months ago This is hands down, one of the best care homes in the Twin Cities. Eunie, the owner, is one of the most respected nurses in the Twin Cities and she goes above and beyond for her clients like no other. Also, she owns the homes with a Dr who can round right in the home. There is almost nothing that Eunie cannot do. 3 Luke Jenkins Local Guide·64 reviews·11 photos 7 months ago Beautiful Homes! SKP 2 reviews 2 minutes ago New No way! Never! Don't do it. Never put your loved one here ! My story could make a Netflix movie. Unless they get new ownership and a new President, don't do it. They lie and tear families apart. The most horrific experience I have ever had! They should be shut down for the horrible, terrible things they did and the lies they made up. Thank God everyone realized and saw what they were doing and my mom is safe and out of there and I see her every single day. They purposely kept me from my mom. They are cruel, heartless, and I wonder how they sleep at night. There are a few nice staff, but most are 2-faced and lie. My mom is no longer being held hostage in their homes. I could give you graphic details and pictures but it's not worth it. They are not worth my time. Thank God everyone saw through the lies and got my mom out safely. Their doctor is worthless and doesn't have a clue how to do his job. Seriously, keep your loved one far away from this company. In the house my mom was in one resident died, then another one died shortly after, then my mom rushed to the ER. I started to fear something fishy was going on. The RN has zero personality and gives you zero confidence in her abilities. I could go on and on but I have said enough. Beware: If you report them to MDH or MAARC, the President will keep you from your family member. I am thankful for Ulissa, Ace, Ann, and Brooklyn. I certainly hope the 4 of you move on to a more reputable company and realize the terrible company you work for. It's a cult-like facility and actually scary. It's an absolute shit show. So glad my mom escaped their cult-like prison safely. They actually told me that Red Robin would be her home permanently. Then they pulled a stunt saying it would be shut down and moved her to the more expensive house to steal her money. The other house never shut down and the other 2 residents my mom lived with still live there. They wanted my mom's money. Thank you to the Guardian and the Ombudsman. You saw their true colors. My mom is free and safe and I get to love on her non-stop. The staff at her new facility are amazing and so understanding and loving. Night and Day Difference! Stay away please!

My 87-year-old dad came to life in his transition from memory care to the personalized care of…read moreGeneva Suites. He regained his confidence and independence of movement because he understands how to function in a home environment. Read the blog for the philosophy of care that stands out from institutionalized elder care!

The Geneva Suites isn't just a place--it's a home filled with heart. The staff truly care, and the…read morelevel of personalized attention is unmatched. Our family felt seen, supported, and so grateful knowing our loved one was safe, valued, and genuinely cared for.

It's beautiful and the staff is great. Lovely grounds, great amenities. We chose it for my mother.read more

Tour was great and I was excited about moving in. My husband has stage 4 cancer and wanted me to be…read morea part of a community after he dies and me not feel lonely. We filled out paperwork & paid pet deposit.. We then saw nurse for assessment and she asked my hubby mostly questions. She then told  me we are not a good fit;" We would have. Been a good addition to The Rivers. They cashed check vs mailing back.  6 wks. I finally have my check returned.