Hay Creek Lodge Senior Living at 1144 College Dr in Bismarck, North Dakota, serves adults 65 and older, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and respite care all in one place, so people who live there don't have to worry about moving if their health needs change. The community has 48 apartments, including spacious one- and two-bedroom layouts with full kitchens, private bathrooms, patios or balconies, walk-in closets, and comfortable living rooms with fireplaces. Residents have meal services with three home-cooked meals daily, laundry and housekeeping, guest parking, and access to washer and dryer facilities, which makes day-to-day living easier for folks who want help or who like their independence but need a little support. Safety's a big focus with things like a sprinkler system, emergency pull cords, 24-hour staffing, wheelchair accessible design, elevators, and security codes on the entrances, so families know their loved ones are safe.
Care teams, nurses, personal care assistants, and staff help with daily needs, like bathing, dressing, medication support, walking or wheelchair assistance, and offer wound care, occupational and physical therapy, pharmacy services, and health coordination with outside providers. For people living with memory loss or dementia, there's a specialized secure area with extra supervision. People can have their own car on-site with underground heated parking or a rental garage space, and transportation's available for appointments and errands. From independent living to higher levels of care, services are personalized to each resident's needs, whether someone just wants a vibrant community or needs ongoing support with activities like bathing, medication, or getting around.
The property's full of useful amenities like a beauty/barber salon, fitness center with exercise classes, game and activity rooms, a theater, chapel, library with wifi, walking paths, commons areas, heated underground parking, onsite banking, guest parking, and even a spot for crafts or puzzles. Social life matters here, and there are lots of programs like education series, guest speakers, arts and crafts, outings, movie nights, health and wellness classes, and activities led by residents themselves. The Aging Experience program helps families and residents understand the challenges of getting older. Housekeeping, maintenance, safety features, cable TV, and internet are standard in each suite. Staff help make sure everyone feels welcome, working to build strong relationships with both residents and families.
Hay Creek Lodge takes a plain, friendly approach to long-term care insurance, transparent pricing, and matching care plans to what each person actually wants or needs. Support's available day and night, and the team makes sure residents keep as much independence as possible while meeting specialized medical or personal needs as they change over time. The place is surrounded by natural beauty, located near the Missouri River and George Bird Rotary Arboretum, so anyone who enjoys the outdoors has space to get out and walk or just watch the seasons change. The community stays active and close-knit with about 48 residents, aiming for a peaceful, supportive, and welcoming home for older adults in the Bismarck area.
