Guardian Oaks

Guardian Oaks is a senior living community located at 350 Evans Avenue NW in Elk River, Minnesota, where you'll see a simple layout with 60 one-bedroom units and 3 two-bedroom units, with modified spaces for people who need wheelchair access, and these apartments are smoke-free, have assigned parking, heat, water, and garbage included in rent, plus feature emergency pull cords and walk-in closets, so you'll find the basics covered for older folks 62 and up or those with mobility challenges. The building has a mix of services, including independent living that lets active adults enjoy their privacy, and assisted living, memory care, hospice care, respite care for temporary stays, adult day services, and a residential care home setup, as well as access to Medicare-certified home health care and non-medical home care provided by aides, so families can pick what works for them. The staff keeps an eye on things 24 hours a day, helps with daily activities like bathing, getting dressed, taking medicine, and offers meal plans prepared to be healthy and tasty, though lunchtime in the dining room comes with a fee. There's on-site management and local senior living advisors ready to guide families, as well as carefully checked reviews to help people learn more about daily life there. For folks looking to fill their time, Guardian Oaks holds educational, social, and faith-based activities, and has a media room, dining room, shared lounges, a salon/barbershop, laundry facilities, an elevator, a grocery and gift shop, and outdoor greenspaces with a walking path. Residents can use public living areas to see visitors or take part in scheduled outings, and transportation to appointments is available for a fee. The building uses controlled access for safety, offers storage options, and is close to shopping and entertainment. Modified units have extra features for mobility, like bathrooms with grab bars and pull cords, and two-bedroom units have a master bedroom, a second bedroom with emergency cords, a kitchen equipped with the basics, a living room, and a bathroom designed for easier access. The staff is said to be friendly and helpful, keeping the place welcoming for everyone who lives there. Guardian Oaks doesn't post prices or upcoming public events, but families can use their free consumer service and talk to a staff advisor to see if it's a good fit.