Community Assisted Living

    13644 Pilot Knob Rd, Apple Valley, MN 55124
    • Assisted Living

    Resident happy with excellent care

    I'm very pleased with the wonderful care here - the staff are excellent, the facility is clean, and I can use my electric scooter and go out as I please.

    Current/former resident
    Jul 2026

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Coordination with health care providers
    • Medication management

    Healthcare staffing

    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Transportation

    • Transportation arrangement (medical)
    • Transportation to doctors appointments

    Community services

    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    Reviews

    3.00·(5)

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      3.0
    • Staff

      1.7
    • Meals

      1.5
    • Amenities

      2.5
    • Value

      1.0

    Pros

    • Supportive caregiving staff
    • Clean, well-maintained interior areas
    • Accessible outdoor access and scooter-friendly pathways
    • High-quality individualized care

    Cons

    • Inconsistent staffing levels and staff experience
    • Staff conduct and communication tone
    • Unreliable dining quality and limited menu variety
    • Inconsistent cleanliness and exterior grounds maintenance
    • Gaps in management communication and responsiveness
    • Restrictive residency notice and contract policies
    • Allegations of payroll and compensation mismanagement

    Summary of reviews

    Reviewer feedback for this assisted living community is mixed, with clear contrasts between positive individual care experiences and broader operational concerns. Several reviewers described attentive, helpful caregivers and instances of high-quality individualized care; others described inconsistent conduct and responsiveness. Prospective residents may encounter both effective one-on-one support and variability depending on staffing or shift coverage.

    Staffing and care quality appear to be uneven. Positive comments highlight supportive staff who facilitate resident mobility and outings, and some families praised the care their relatives received. At the same time, other comments point to inexperienced staff or frequent shift changes, which reviewers linked to uneven service and concerns about professional communication tone — including issues attributed to facility leadership. These patterns suggest variability in staff training, turnover, or supervision that can affect day-to-day resident interactions.

    Dining consistently emerged as an area of concern. Several reviewers described meals as bland, unattractive, or limited in variety (examples included reliance on bread or a lack of protein/fruit choices). These descriptions suggest shortcomings in menu planning, presentation, or culinary staffing that could affect nutrition and meal satisfaction for residents.

    Activity and engagement offerings appear limited in some accounts. While the environment permits mobility (residents can use electric scooters and go outdoors), reviewers also said residents sometimes sit for long periods with limited engagement or attention from staff. This indicates a potential gap between physical accessibility and structured social or recreational programming.

    Facility condition comments are mixed: interior areas were noted as clean by some reviewers, but several others raised sanitation and exterior-maintenance concerns (weeds in gutters, unkempt grounds). This pattern suggests inconsistent maintenance practices between interior housekeeping and exterior/groundskeeping tasks.

    Management and administrative issues are recurring themes. Reviewers described poor communication, unclear policies, and restrictive residency notice requirements. There are also serious financial concerns raised by reviewers about payroll and compensation practices; these have been characterized as allegations and would warrant direct inquiry. Overall, management responsiveness and operational oversight appear to be the central drivers of the negative feedback.

    Taken together, the reviews indicate a facility where individualized care can be good but where systemic issues—staffing consistency, dining quality, activity programming, facility upkeep, and management practices—may negatively affect the resident experience. Families touring this community should inquire specifically about staff turnover and training, daily staffing levels, sample menus and meal schedules, activity calendars, cleaning and groundskeeping routines, notice/contract terms, and payroll/compensation policies to assess current operational status and risk areas.

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    Location

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    Community Assisted Living is located at 13644 Pilot Knob Rd, Apple Valley, MN, 55124.

    About Community Assisted Living

    Community Assisted Living III offers a vibrant and supportive environment tailored for seniors who wish to maintain their independence while enjoying a little extra help. Residents are welcomed into private, elegantly designed apartments that are ready to be furnished to personal tastes, ensuring a sense of familiarity and comfort. The apartments are spacious, with options ranging from one-bedroom layouts at 591 square feet to larger two-bedroom and three-bedroom or two-bedroom plus den configurations, such as the 770, 825, 860, and 1235 square foot floor plans. Most apartments feature a generous balcony, providing residents with their own outdoor retreat.

    Daily life at Community Assisted Living III is centered around a carefree, active lifestyle complemented by attentive personal care and health care services. Housekeeping and laundry are available, allowing residents to leave everyday chores behind and focus on engaging in their favorite activities and spending meaningful time with family and friends. A variety of social opportunities, entertainment, Bible studies, classes, and special events are organized and guided by dedicated activity professionals. The calendar of activities is thoughtfully designed based on resident interests, ensuring a truly personalized and vibrant community atmosphere.

    Delicious meal options are available for purchase three times daily, either from the on-site deli or through professional service in an elegant dining room setting. While each apartment is equipped with a full kitchen for those who wish to cook, residents also have the flexibility to enjoy chef-prepared meals without the hassle of meal preparation. Transportation is provided for planned trips to local restaurants and attractions, encouraging residents to explore and stay connected with the broader community.

    For those who require additional support, Community Assisted Living III offers a full range of health and personal care services that can be delivered in the privacy and comfort of residents’ own apartments. A la carte services are available for those who desire more individualized assistance. The community is also part of a broader continuum of care, meaning residents have access to care suites, memory care, rehabilitation therapies, and skilled nursing if their needs evolve over time. This comprehensive approach provides peace of mind, knowing that long-term care options are readily accessible as part of everyday living.

    Community Assisted Living III stands out as a welcoming place where residents can truly thrive, supported by a compassionate environment and a wide array of services designed to promote independence, community engagement, and holistic well-being.

    People often ask...

    Community Assisted Living offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $3,964 per month.

    Community Assisted Living offers assisted living.

    The full address for this community is 13644 Pilot Knob Rd, Apple Valley, MN 55124.

    No, Community Assisted Living does not offer respite care. Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.

    Safety & Compliance

    In Minnesota, the Department of Health licenses assisted living facilities, publishing the findings of its surveys and complaint investigations.

    License number28479
    Facility typeAssisted Living

    Inspection Reports

    2

    Reports

    21

    Citations

    0

    Complaints

    4

    Years

    11 Jun 2025Inspection
    Identified multiple correction orders for disaster planning, resident records, fire safety, emergency relocation, assessments, service plans, and medication management.
    • 144G.45 Subd. 2 (a) (1)Fire protection and physical environment
    • 144G.42 Subd. 10Disaster planning and emergency preparedness
    • 144G.43 Subd. 3Contents of resident record
    • 144G.43 Subd. 3Contents of resident record
    • 144G.45 Subd. 2 (a) (1)Fire protection and physical environment
    • 144G.45 Subd. 2 (b)-(f)Fire safety and evacuation plan
    • 144G.52 Subd. 9Emergency relocation
    • 144G.70 Subd. 2 (c)-(e)Initial reviews, assessments, and monitoring
    • 144G.70 Subd. 4Service plan, implementation and revisions
    • 144G.71 Subd. 3Individualized medication monitoring and reassessment
    • 144G.71 Subd. 7Delegation of medication administration
    • 144G.71 Subd. 8Documentation of medication administration
    • 144G.71 Subd. 13Prescriptions
    • 144G.72 Subd. 3Individualized treatment or therapy management
    • 144G.72 Subd. 5Documentation of treatments
    • 144G.72 Subd. 6Treatment and therapy orders
    • 144G.91 Subd. 4(a)Appropriate care and services
    22 Nov 2022Inspection
    Identified several noncompliances related to food service, emergency planning, contract content, and designation of a representative.
    • 144G.41 Subd 1 (13) (i) (B)Food Service and Minnesota Food Code
    • 144G.42 Subd. 10Disaster Planning and Emergency Preparedness
    • 144G.50 Subd. 2 (c)Contract Information
    • 144.50 Subd. 3Designation of Representative

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