Elim Wellspring Health Care Center

    701 1st St, Princeton, MN, 55371
    2.8 · 27 reviews
    • Assisted living
    • Memory care
    • Skilled nursing
    AnonymousLoved one of resident
    2.0

    Compassionate staff but systemic failures

    I had a mixed, unsettling experience. Some caregivers - especially Jeremy, Kate, Pam and Kylie - were compassionate, professional and respectful, rooms were clean and home-like, and the dining/chapel/activities felt nice. But the place seemed short-staffed and declining after memory-care changes: I saw delayed meds and pain management, missed baths and teeth care, multiple falls, poor wound care, privacy and safety concerns, and what felt like administration bullying and a lack of proper investigations. Because of those systemic red flags, I would ask many questions and think twice before placing a loved one here.

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Medication management
    • Mental wellness program

    Healthcare staffing

    • 12-16 hour nursing
    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Restaurant-style dining
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Air-conditioning
    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Kitchenettes
    • Private bathrooms
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation
    • Transportation arrangement
    • Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Computer center
    • Dining room
    • Fitness room
    • Gaming room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor space
    • Small library
    • Wellness center

    Community services

    • Concierge services
    • Fitness programs
    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Planned day trips
    • Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    2.78 · 27 reviews

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      2.6
    • Staff

      2.9
    • Meals

      5.0
    • Amenities

      4.3
    • Value

      2.8

    Location

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    About Elim Wellspring Health Care Center

    Elim Wellspring Health Care Center sits in a quiet neighborhood near downtown Princeton, Minnesota, close to shopping, restaurants, churches, clinics, and other services, and belongs to Cassia, which has a long history through Elim Care and Augustana Care going back to 1927, and you'll find care for seniors with all kinds of needs, whether someone needs independent living, assisted living, adult day services, memory care, hospice care, skilled nursing for long-term health, or short-term rehab after a hospital stay. The staff includes registered nurses, nursing assistants, a medical director, and on-site visits from doctors, nurse practitioners, or physician assistants, and there's always help with daily needs like bathing, dressing, and medicine, and every resident starts with a health care assessment and a custom plan. The community offers one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments, private and semi-private suites, and options like studio or deluxe studio layouts, all with features like private bathrooms with grab bars and walk-in showers, climate controls, kitchenettes, window blinds, and some places being pet-friendly. Shared spaces include restaurant-style dining rooms where three meals a day are served using quality ingredients that fit different dietary needs, a spacious living room, beauty salon/barber, a therapy gym, spa room with a whirlpool tub, gardens, and spots for games and crafts. Therapy services are broad and cover physical, occupational, speech, IV therapy, wound care, joint rehab, orthopedic and sports medicine, and pain management, and there's an adult day center along with programs for spiritual care and hospice support too. Memory care spaces use special safety features and trained staff to help cut down on confusion and wandering for people with Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia, and both short-term and long-term skilled nursing are available twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week, with personal pendants for urgent help when needed. Elim Wellspring offers everything from linen changes to weekly housekeeping, basic Wi-Fi, private climate controls, laundry rooms on every floor, monthly nurse reviews of health stats, and activities that cover social, physical, spiritual, and mental wellness, and there are daily snacks, escorted meals for new arrivals, and even scheduled trips when transportation is needed. The community's awards note good care and staff friendliness, and some families say the place feels clean and the staff are kind, though the ratings, which stand at 2.5 from 17 reviews, suggest some folks have had mixed experiences. Amenities aim to keep residents comfortable and connected, with supervised programs, computer tech for residents, and the Eden Alternative model, and there's help for families looking into long-term care or insurance. Elim Wellspring is part of the CareChoice Cooperative and stands out for its wide range of services without fuss or hype, and anyone looking for clear facts on senior living and different care levels can find straightforward options here.

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