Havenwood of Burnsville

Havenwood of Burnsville sits in Burnsville, Minnesota near County Road 42 and I-35W, and you've got a big multi-story building with apartments made for people 55 and older who want a place built for seniors, and you won't find any big buy-in fees since it's a rental community so you pay as you go and don't sign up for years at a time, which makes things a little easier for a lot of folks who want flexibility in their living arrangements. Residents can choose different levels of support since you have independent living, assisted living, enhanced assisted living, memory care for people who need more help, as well as respite care for short stays after something like an injury or a surgery, and home care services that let people get non-medical help in their own apartment so they can stay put longer. For folks living with Alzheimer's or other dementias, memory care provides special housing, personal care plans, and staff who know how to help with confusion and wandering, and you'll see that medication reminders, laundry, and help with daily routines like bathing or dressing are all there if someone needs them, so there's a lot of peace of mind. The place has nurses on staff and a nurse available on call around the clock, meals are served, and you get wellness programs that encourage health and hobbies. There's always stuff happening, with things like games, bridge, puzzles, outings, parties, and all kinds of scheduled social, educational, and fitness programs meant to keep people active, so nobody has to sit alone unless they want to. You have cozy common areas both inside and outdoors, a spa, beauty and barber services, a crafts and art studio, a fitness center, a library, and communal dining spaces, and folks can bring their pets as it's pet-friendly, but there's no smoking inside private or public areas. Housekeeping comes regular, linen services are part of the deal, resident parking's available, and transportation helps folks get where they need to go, so living here removes a lot of those daily worries about chores or getting around town. Havenwood of Burnsville's managed by Life Care Services®, who run senior living places all over, and they've got programs called LCS Signature Experiences focused on safety, health, and a sense of family and community, so people have a high chance of meeting new friends and staying social. There's also an online portal for billing, which can make handling payments easier for residents or their families. Awards like Best of Senior Living show some people have found the care helpful, but what stands out is the variety here-active retired folks, people needing some help, and those who need more care can all find a place under the same roof, which makes it feel more like a real neighborhood than anything else.

Havenwood of Burnsville is managed by Life Care Services.

Life Care Services (LCS), established in 1971 and headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa, stands as the nation's leading manager of full-service senior living communities and the largest not-for-profit senior living operator in the United States. With over five decades of experience, LCS manages more than 130 communities serving over 40,000 residents nationwide, specializing in Life Plan Communities (formerly known as Continuing Care Retirement Communities or CCRCs), as well as stand-alone assisted living, memory care, and rental communities.

The company's comprehensive approach encompasses operations management, marketing and sales support, health services, compliance, finance, human resources, risk management, strategic planning, and technology development. Through the LCS Family of Companies, they provide end-to-end solutions including development services, real estate private equity enterprises, insurance, national purchasing consulting, and in-home care services. Their innovative development projects feature amenity-forward designs, including cutting-edge elements like rooftop restaurants and microbreweries, demonstrating their commitment to evolving senior living experiences.

LCS's philosophy centers on purposeful living, where aging means adding experiences rather than giving up on them. Their hospitality-driven approach combines data-driven services with personalized care to strengthen teams, streamline workflows, and enhance resident experiences. Signature programs include Extraordinary Impressions, their employee culture initiative; Heartfelt Connections®, a nationally recognized memory care approach; Eversafe 360 senior safety protocols; and the Health & Wellness Navigation Program™ that provides personalized care plans addressing all aspects of well-being. The LCS Signature Experiences program infuses hospitality into every aspect of community life, creating rich, engaging experiences for residents and employees alike.

The company's excellence has earned unprecedented recognition, including being ranked #1 in Customer Satisfaction among Independent Living Senior Living Communities by J.D. Power for six consecutive years (2019-2024), winning more independent living awards than any other brand in the J.D. Power U.S. Senior Living Satisfaction Studies. Additionally, LCS received three awards from Top Workplace USA in 2023, reflecting their commitment to both resident care and employee satisfaction. As the fourth-largest operator of life plan and rental senior living communities nationwide, LCS continues to shape the future of senior living through innovation, excellence, and a deep commitment to empowering seniors to live their best lives.