Autumn Grace in Mankato is a Meridian Senior Living community that offers different types of care, including independent living, assisted living, memory care for people with Alzheimer's or other dementia, and home care help for those living at home, and it's open all day, every day, so there's help when people need it, which a lot of families appreciate. People who live at Autumn Grace get choices between semi-private or studio apartments that start at set prices, and the rooms come with wired cable and internet, easy WiFi, and are smoke-free, plus some pets can live there too, so there's a bit of comfort for folks used to their animals. There's a focus on safety as they have secured entry, 24-hour supervision, and on-call nursing services, with registered nurses, LPNs, Hoyer lifts for transfers, and even advanced care like ventilator and trach support when that's part of the care plan. Residents can get help with daily tasks like showering, dressing, toileting, laundry, and medication management, and there's incontinence support and housekeeping services too, which means people don't have to worry about the basics being taken care of.
Meals at Autumn Grace get planned by a team who pay attention to nutrition and taste, offering vegetarian and kosher options with flexible eating times, and the dining is done restaurant-style, which means people sit together in a dining area, get served by staff, and meals get made with good ingredients. There's a choice of activities every day, like arts and crafts, games that help keep minds sharp, field trips outside, and group activities designed for social, physical, and mental engagement, plus there's singing groups with residents who love to play music together. You can find movie nights, community events, church services from different denominations, a fireside room with a library, a multimedia room, and a beauty salon right inside the building; with the lush walking paths and gardens outside, there's always something someone could do to keep busy or relax.
Transportation is free and covers trips for medical appointments and errands, making it easier for residents who don't drive, and the place allows family members to stay involved with support services and tours that show what daily life is like. Medical care is strong here, with blood work, regular health checks, skilled nursing on-site, help with medication, and care plans that get made for every person based on their needs and abilities, which take a weight off family members who might worry otherwise. People can pay by credit card, and the community is known for being friendly and helpful, with staff who are described as joyful and kind, and with the place having won awards like Best of Senior Living and Best of Senior Living All Star for care and satisfaction. The home also works with adults 55 and over and supports those with disabilities, offering flexible care with everything from assisted living in a supportive setting meant to keep independence, to safe memory care areas made to cut down on confusion and wandering.
Amenities include indoor and outdoor common areas, support for different spiritual backgrounds with in-house religious services and devotional times, and a whole mix of programs for keeping up with movement, like range of motion exercises and wellness activities intended to keep the body and mind working well. The staff get praised for being fully trained, friendly, and always around when someone needs help, and they offer move-in help too, so settling in isn't as tough as it could be. People looking for independent living can find a hassle-free, social space here, but there's always extra support ready if things change and extra care becomes necessary. Autumn Grace is recognized as a Verified Partner, meeting licensing requirements for safety and care, and it stands alongside a sister property, Water's Edge, which also provides assisted living and memory care, making it a bit easier to compare or choose the right fit if someone's needs change.
