Amira Choice Forest Lake stands as a senior living community in Forest Lake, offering several care options including assisted living, memory care, independent living, and care suites, so folks get what they need as time goes by and their needs change. The place takes care of seniors who want support with daily living, like help with bathing, dressing, medication, meals, and getting around, and does this with staff available around the clock, including 12-16 hour nursing support. For those who need more specialized help, there's a dedicated memory care wing with secure access and focused memory programming, so people dealing with dementia or Alzheimer's live somewhere with real understanding and safety. They're careful to make plans for each person so care fits personal needs, and keep up with a lot of healthcare and behavioral programs like The Empowered Caregiver Series and regular support groups, such as their monthly Caregivers Support Group Meeting on the 2nd floor in the Media Room every third Tuesday at 3pm. The staff also includes certified assessors for planning and help with transition both in and out of the facility, and there are guides, glossaries, and forms for families to navigate service changes, plus resources for things like Adult Protection and community health.
There are many types of therapy available, including physical, occupational, speech-language, and respiratory therapy, along with pain management, addiction treatment, and support for families, children, and adults in need of special services, like Supported Independent Living Services and adult guardianship. In addition to care, Amira Choice Forest Lake keeps up a range of amenities intended for comfort and convenience, such as air conditioning, cable, internet, private bathrooms, housekeeping, furnished rooms, and kitchenettes in assisted living, plus dining suited to special diets and diabetes. Residents can take part in community-led and scheduled activities, wellness programs, resident councils, and planned day trips, or enjoy the garden, computer center, library, wellness center, gaming room, outdoor space, fitness room, and beauty salon. There's transportation to medical appointments and nearby errands, as well as transportation organized by the community. The facility uses tools like Electronic Visit Verification and other safety checks to make sure care is given well.
Amira Choice Forest Lake also provides specialized programs, such as Safe at Home, for folks who want to stay as independent as they can, and options for those who need extra support, like private care suites that are smaller and more personal than most nursing homes. Folks in the community can bring pets for pet-assisted therapy, and choose different living setups that suit their comfort and medical needs. The campus carries a license geared toward assisted living and comprehensive healthcare, with waivers and community-based services available, and participates in local education activities around dementia through groups like ACT on Alzheimer's. The staff help with everything from medication management and hygiene to special behavior programs for people with memory challenges. Meals are served with options for dietary needs, and wellness and mental health programs aim to improve day-to-day living. Information and resources about elder care, transition, and family support are shared often, and caregivers can find ongoing help through events, training, and support groups held on site. The website for Amira Choice Forest Lake has more details about their services and living options.
