Sholom Home West

Sholom Home West sits at 3620 Phillips Parkway in Saint Louis Park, Minnesota, one of four nursing homes in the area, and has 139 certified beds, including 29 short-term rehabilitation units, with an average of 124 residents each day, offering both long-term and short-stay options in studio rooms with modern furnishings and accessible bathrooms, and you'll find seniors living independently or with support through assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing, all within the Ackerberg Family Sholom West Campus, which means residents have access to a broad range of care like nursing services, home care, respite care, and outpatient rehabilitation, plus a mix of daily activities, wellness programs, and large outdoor spaces with gardens and walking paths, and there's a 24-hour call system and plenty of help for bathing, dressing, and medication. Sholom Home West has a nurse turnover rate much lower than the state average, and nurses spend more time per resident each day compared to many other places, with 5.55 nurse hours provided daily. The staff, made up of an interdisciplinary team, follows individualized care plans and supports both physical and mental health, while also offering transitional care, aquatic therapy, hospice and palliative care, and home health care, and the campus takes part in community life with events, outings, transportation, and programs that welcome volunteers and foster a sense of belonging, and you'll see garden spaces, an arts room, a movie theater, fitness and wellness rooms, and easy access to local hospitals and pharmacies. Residents can bring pets with approval, and Sholom Home West offers affordable housing options like HUD-supported senior apartments for those who want independent living within reach of care when they need it. There's a strong focus on Jewish values, with spiritual care, cultural celebrations, and education across generations, including programs such as Chai Wellness, Welcome Home, and community ambassador opportunities, and the facility supports philanthropy and leadership programs like the Gimel Society and YALA for young adults. Residents also have access to nutritious meals, though inspection reports have found nutrition, infection control, and environmental deficiencies in the past, none resulting in actual harm but showing areas for improvement, with the most recent Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services overall rating standing at 4 out of 5 stars. Sholom Home West stands out for offering multiple levels of care in one location-assisted living, memory care, long-term care, independent living, respite care, and short-term rehabilitation-along with supportive services and a culture that encourages independence, respect, and comfort for seniors.