The Shores of Lake Phalen
$3,700 – $5,400/mo
Starting price
Memory Care
Care types
Shared, Private
Room options
Yes
Wheelchair access
About The Shores of Lake Phalen
The Shores of Lake Phalen provides a thoughtfully designed setting for seniors seeking assisted living and memory care in Maplewood, Minnesota. Situated near scenic lakes and natural trails, it offers spacious suites with home-like touches and inclusive amenities such as healthy, home-cooked meals with fresh fruit options. The community emphasizes attentive, respectful care, especially for residents with memory challenges or complex needs, supported by a dedicated staff known for personal connections and consistent communication with families. Residents can engage in a variety of activities, enjoy fitness facilities, and benefit from 24-hour supervision, all within a welcoming and well-maintained environment.
Our Care Approach
Care at The Shores of Lake Phalen focuses on respect and individualized attention, particularly for residents with memory impairments or complex health needs. Staff strive to treat residents with dignity and warmth, maintaining open communication with families and adapting care as needs evolve.
Family Experience
Families report feeling well-informed and comforted by the staff’s attentiveness and communication. Visitors appreciate the community’s welcoming environment and the availability of guest rooms, which facilitate longer family visits and involvement.
Care & Services
Services and care programs available at The Shores of Lake Phalen.
Medical Care Services
While nursing care is not provided, the community offers medication management, health monitoring, and therapy services including speech, physical, and occupational therapy.
Personal Care Services
Assistance with daily living activities, mobility support, and personal hygiene help are available, supported by attentive staff familiar with each resident’s needs.
Specialized Care
Memory care services are provided in a secure environment with specialized programming designed for residents with Alzheimer’s and related dementias.
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Living Environment
Cleanliness & Maintenance
The facility is generally well-maintained and clean, especially common areas and suites, though some reviews point to lapses in memory care unit cleanliness and odors.
Atmosphere & Community Feel
Residents experience a welcoming atmosphere with staff who know them by name and foster a homelike environment. Social activities and guest accommodations support family engagement.
Safety & Security
The Shores provides 24-hour supervision and emergency alert systems, ensuring resident safety. Staff maintain close communication with families about health and wellbeing.
Amenities
Reviews
Based on 37 reviews
Reviews highlight strong staff kindness and attentiveness, with many families appreciating the personalized care and communication. The food quality and meal choices receive positive remarks. Some concerns were noted about cleanliness in memory care areas, but overall satisfaction with the facility’s environment and care is high.
- Staff are kind, thoughtful, and treat residents like family
- Spacious, comfortable rooms with personal touches
- Healthy, home-style meals with fresh fruit and choices
- Memory care units reported as sometimes unclean with odors
- Concerns about management overlooking some issues
- A few negative ratings without detailed explanations
Plainsman 576
September 2025. A nice place and well maintained. Clean. Pricing is reasonable and not so a la carte as some of these facilities are. More of the amenities are included in the monthly rent payment. We have not had our loved one they're very long, but at this point the care and attention appeared to be very good. Concerns have been brought up that are legitimate and were looked over and past facilities and nursing homes.
Judias Baker
Outside and lobby looks good.. but the memory care units, god bless those people. Its filthy, the rooms smell, there trash over flow in the cans, the elderly folks don’t look well, not well groomed. Food services look decent. Staff are nice, but it seems like it’s unmanageable.
Tom Voves
My mother was a resident for 3 years in memory care. I was able to visit often and was extremely satisfied with the staff and care givers. All employees knew her by name and often got a smile from her.
11 more residents rated this community with an average of 3.9 stars
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Pricing
$3,700 – $5,400/mo
Pricing varies by room type, care level, and services selected.
Available Room Types
Value Consideration
With monthly pricing starting around $4,384 and many amenities included, the community offers competitive value compared to local averages. Inclusive meal plans and therapy services add to the overall cost-effectiveness noted by families.
Location & Neighborhood
1870 E Shore Dr, Maplewood, MN 55109
Get DirectionsAbout the Area
Located in Maplewood near Lake Phalen, the community benefits from a peaceful natural setting with scenic walking trails and wetlands. The area offers convenient access to medical providers, pharmacies, parks, and cultural amenities, blending nature with practical neighborhood services.
Nearby Attractions
- Lake Phalen Park and walking trails
- Maplewood Nature Preserve
- Local cafes and community parks
Public Transportation
- Maplewood local bus routes
- Nearby transit stops connecting to St. Paul
Questions & Answers
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