1 / 6Quick Facts
- Total units
- 85
- Licensed capacity
- 85 residents
- Medical care
- Geriatric physician visits residents in their apartments
- Operator
- Managed by Ebenezer, part of Fairview Health Services
- Community mix
- Separate assisted living and memory care apartment sections
California CDSS
What Families Think
Northern Lakes Senior Living holds a 4.5 rating from 22 Google reviewers, though no written reviews were provided to detail what families specifically liked or disliked. Available information instead comes from the community's own description of its assisted living and memory care offerings in Baxter, Minnesota.
The Good
- Strong 4.5 average rating from reviewers
- Individualized, person-centered care planning approach
- Chef-prepared, restaurant-style dining
- On-site geriatric physician visits residents' apartments
- Both assisted living and memory care under one roof
- Near Paul Bunyan Trail and lakes area
The Bad
- No published pricing information available
- No written reviews provided detailing resident or family experiences
AI-generated from reviews and community data.
About Northern Lakes Senior Living
Northern Lakes Senior Living is an assisted living and memory care community in Baxter, Minnesota, offering personalized care for older adults with varying levels of need. The community operates under Ebenezer values and provides services ranging from independent living with optional support to comprehensive memory care and end-of-life services.
The community offers 42 assisted living apartments and 26 memory care apartments with different floor plans. Assisted living residents can access home healthcare services from the community's skilled team, while memory care residents benefit from personalized care plans designed for individuals with dementia in a supportive environment. Northern Lakes uses the Dimensions Program, a person-centered approach that creates individualized care plans in a calming atmosphere rather than applying one-size-fits-all solutions.
Residents enjoy chef-prepared meals served restaurant-style and can participate in daily activities and social gatherings in the community's lovely gathering spaces. The facility is situated near the Paul Bunyan Trail and offers access to the broader Baxter and Brainerd lakes area. On-site medical services are available through a partnership with an internal medicine physician specializing in geriatrics who provides care in residents' apartments.
The community maintains a family-like culture with staff members who invest in knowing each resident's individual stories and needs. Northern Lakes is managed by Ebenezer, Minnesota's largest senior living operator and part of Fairview Health Services, which brings over 100 years of experience serving older adults.
Types of Care
Amenities
Room Amenities
- Emergency Call System
- Multiple Floor Plans
- Private Bathroom
- Private Rooms
- Wheelchair Accessible
Meals & Dining
- Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
- Restaurant style Dining Room
Community Amenities
- 24-Hour Staff
- Gathering / Activity Spaces
- Housekeeping
- Laundry Service
- Medication Management
- On-Site Nurse (RN)
Activities
- Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What types of care does Northern Lakes Senior Living offer?
Northern Lakes Senior Living offers Assisted Living and Memory Care.
Where is Northern Lakes Senior Living located?
Northern Lakes Senior Living is located at 8186 Excelsior Road in Baxter, Minnesota.
What do families say about Northern Lakes Senior Living?
Northern Lakes Senior Living holds a 4.5 rating from 22 Google reviewers, though no written reviews were provided to detail what families specifically liked or disliked. Available information instead comes from the community's own description of its assisted living and memory care offerings in Baxter, Minnesota.
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