Knollwood Place Apartments sits in Saint Louis Park, MN, and offers independent living options for seniors who want a bit of help with daily life while still doing things on their own, and it's managed by Purple Door, LLC, which keeps the place clean and well-maintained. Residents can choose from 153 one- or two-bedroom apartments with different floor plans, and the apartments are simply designed with warmth and privacy in mind, giving people a restful place to call home. The property does things a little differently with some unique features, like the Nosh Nook Deli and the Willows Grill restaurant for on-site dining with kosher meals, and there's a complimentary breakfast buffet Monday through Friday, which seems to be nice for folks who want to start their day together.
People will find things like heated underground parking to keep cars warm in the winter, complimentary laundry facilities, and utilities like heat, water, trash removal, and satellite TV included in the monthly cost, so there's less to worry about. Security's taken care of with controlled-access entrances, video surveillance, and a 24-hour emergency response system, plus on-call maintenance at any time, and Home Health Care right there on campus if anyone needs more support.
Knollwood Place has single-room and semi-private options and pet-friendly rules with some restrictions. They've got a computer center with internet, community rooms for private parties and gatherings, and a beautiful patio and gazebo overlooking Lake L'Chaim, which adds a little something nice to the view. People come from Jewish backgrounds and from elsewhere because even though the community is rooted in Jewish values, everyone's welcome, and there's a chaplain for spiritual support along with wellness programs, cultural events, and a Community Ambassador Program that brings people together.
Social life stays full with a calendar packed with activities, classes, fitness programs, outings for shopping or doctor's appointments, and guest accommodations if family wants to visit. Knollwood Place offers the help that's needed, so seniors can live life mostly on their own with some background support, like housekeeping, linen service, and scheduled rides. Community rooms and indoor walkways make it easy and safe to get around inside, and there's a beauty/barber salon, on-site store, and fitness center, plus access to rehabilitation right there on campus if health changes.
Staff are known for being punctual and answering questions clearly, and there's even a social worker to help with questions about other services. People can choose independent living or get assisted living and memory care if needs change down the road thanks to partnerships with health providers. Knollwood Place has earned the Best of Senior Living Award for positive reviews and offers all the little things that save effort, like not having to worry about repairs or maintenance, so residents can focus on their day and enjoy a sense of community, safety, and connection.
