Encore Assisted Living and Memory Care at North Branch

Encore Assisted Living and Memory Care at North Branch focuses on supporting older adults who need assisted living or memory care in a peaceful part of North Branch, Minnesota. The ranch-style community has studio apartments, pleasant sunlit common spaces, and quaint patio areas that give a homey feel. Staff, including nurses and caregivers, are available 24 hours a day for both assisted living and memory care needs. The memory care unit houses up to 10 residents, so people get personal attention, especially those living with Alzheimer's or other dementia-related conditions. Residents in memory care enjoy a secure area with activities designed to encourage thinking and engagement, while gentle programs help them socialize and make friendships. There are offerings like card games, exercise, day trips, and communal meals to keep people active and connected. The community provides respite care, letting family caregivers have a healthy break when needed. Daily life includes restaurant-style meals, wellness programs, and access to a beautician. Staff will help with transportation and wheelchair needs, plus support those wishing to age in place or even needing hospice services. Devotional services take place onsite, and both indoor and outdoor common spaces add to a comfortable setting. The community also hosts presentations and sessions about memory loss, with free dementia resource kits for families. The support adapts to each person's needs, offering as little or as much help as each resident prefers, always aiming to help people live as independently as possible. Encore Assisted Living and Memory Care at North Branch belongs to the Encore Senior Living family and tries to provide friendly support, a sense of community, and simple comforts, though it has a low online rating based on one review.