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Ecumen St. Benedict's Community — Monticello

1301 E 7th St

4.3(21 ratings)· Monticello average: 4.3

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Quick Facts

Licensed capacity
98 residents

Minnesota MDH

Memory care availability
Dedicated memory care unit for residents with dementia
Religious affiliation
Offers faith-based services for residents
Emergency access concern
First responders reportedly unable to enter building unaided

What Families Think

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Families describe Ecumen St. Benedict's Community in Monticello as a warm, well-kept place where staff build genuine relationships with residents and where many long-term residents thrive, especially in memory care. At the same time, several reviewers report serious safety and care lapses—falls, unresponsive call systems, and inconsistent attentiveness—raising real concerns for families evaluating this community.

What reviewers praise

  • Staff described as caring and attentive
  • Facility kept clean and well-maintained
  • Wide range of activities like book club and exercise
  • Faith-based services appreciated by families
  • Strong long-term relationships in memory care
  • Residents report high satisfaction over many years

What reviewers flag

  • Multiple reports of safety incidents including falls and injuries
  • One report of non-functioning emergency call buttons
  • One report of unresolved building access for first responders
  • One report of limited wheelchair accessibility and restricted-diet meal options

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Ecumen St. Benedict's Community — Monticello is a senior living community in Monticello, Minnesota offering Assisted Living, Independent Living and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Gathering / Activity Spaces, Social Activities and Housekeeping. Families rate it 4.3 out of 5 across 21 reviews.

About Ecumen St. Benedict's Community — Monticello

Ecumen St. Benedict's Community in Monticello offers independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing care in a single community. The facility provides 24-hour staff, on-site nursing, medication management, emergency call systems, private rooms, housekeeping, and wheelchair accessibility, along with gathering spaces and regular social activities.

Reviews are decidedly mixed. Multiple families report positive experiences, praising attentive staff, responsive communication, cleanliness, and engaging activities including book clubs, exercise groups, and worship services. One reviewer wrote that staff were "exceptionally supportive and caring." However, several reviewers describe serious concerns about resident safety, including falls, inadequate hygiene, and questions about emergency protocols and accountability when incidents occur.

Some families have observed marked changes in care quality, with one noting that standards declined after management transitions. The facility is faith-based and positioned as a smaller community, which some residents have valued.

Types of Care at Ecumen St. Benedict's Community — Monticello

Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Emergency Call System
  • Private Rooms
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)

Activities

  • Social Activities

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Reviews of Ecumen St. Benedict's Community — Monticello

4.3overall · 21 ratings combined

4.3★ on Google (21)

Cindy LaMont

Feb 2026

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My mother was a resident in the Memory Care unit at St. Benedicts community in Monticello for 5 years. Our experience has been extremely positive. Mom was well taken care of and always treated with the utmost respect. The staff is awesome. They always kept us informed and were quick to respond with any questions or concerns our family had. When we left after a visit we always felt secure that mom was in good hands. After 5 years many of the staff felt like family. Our family highly recommends the St. Benedicts Community for an elderly loved one who is transitioning to a new living situation.

Vickie S.

Feb 2026

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My dad will be at St. Ben's Monticello 2 years in March. It was a big transition for him to move from home ownership, to losing his wife, our mother, of 71 years. He is still trying to acclimate his life to living at St Ben's. He is so thankful to the people who come and check on him to be sure he's coming down for dinner or coming to bingo or any of the other many activities that take place. He said he really enjoys their meals and they have made an effort to change their menu to some nice additions. He always says everyone there is so nice! He also has developed some close friendships with other residents which is so important for them as they seem to nurture each other.

Linda M. Larson

Jan 2026

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My Mother enjoyed being a smaller facility. All staff were friendly and helpful. She received good care and the communication by staff to me was very good. The cost of care was comparable to other facilities and the facility was always clean. Activities for residents were available and regularly participated in. Her care during her final days was exceptional.

Joann Maro

Dec 2025

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My mother was in memory care at St Ben’s in Monticello. We moved my mom from one awful facility to St Ben’s. My mom deserved the best care, she was kind loving mom my whole life, she loved people and cared for many. St Ben’s delivered. The few issues had were resolved swiftly. Ali, the director of nursing is kind and caring. The residents are on the top of her list. I want to thank all the staff at St Ben’s a huge thank you. No place on earth is perfect. But at St Ben’s they listen and made me feel heard and cared about. Keep up the good work St Ben’s.

Mongoretired

Jul 2025

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Very nice, reminds me of a 5 star Hilton. Staff really cares and helps their patients.

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What types of care does Ecumen St. Benedict's Community — Monticello offer?

Ecumen St. Benedict's Community — Monticello offers Assisted Living, Independent Living and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is Ecumen St. Benedict's Community — Monticello located?

Ecumen St. Benedict's Community — Monticello is located at 1301 E 7th St in Monticello, Minnesota.

What do families say about Ecumen St. Benedict's Community — Monticello?

Ecumen St. Benedict's Community — Monticello carries a 4.3 out of 5 rating from 21 Google reviews. Families describe Ecumen St. Benedict's Community in Monticello as a warm, well-kept place where staff build genuine relationships with residents and where many long-term residents thrive, especially in memory care. At the same time, several reviewers report serious safety and care lapses—falls, unresponsive call systems, and inconsistent attentiveness—raising real concerns for families evaluating this community. Reviews on MyLivingChoice come from families who confirmed a connection to the community and appear with the reviewer's first name and last initial.

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