SummerWood of Chanhassen sits across from the Chanhassen Dinner Theater in a spot that's close to shopping, dining, and grocery stores, and the place is managed by Presbyterian Homes & Services, which is a faith-based, nonprofit group that takes care of older adults through a variety of living choices. The community has independent living, assisted living, memory care, and other care options like rehabilitation, skilled nursing, respite care, and even home care, so people have a lot of choices as their needs change, whether someone's looking for an active senior living apartment or a secure place for a loved one with Alzheimer's.
The apartments come in bright one- or two-bedroom floor plans with big rooms, nine-foot ceilings, private decks, and in-home washer and dryer, and you get fully equipped kitchens with ovens, microwaves, dishwashers, and garbage disposals, which is handy if you like to fix your own meals, but professional chefs do prepare meals every day, with dietary accommodations, guest meals, and even room service if needed, and folks eat in a restaurant-style dining room with room for guests. You'll find cable or satellite TV, Wi-Fi, and individually controlled heating and air conditioning, and there's garage parking and covered parking available along with storage lockers for your things.
The grounds have outdoor gardens, walking trails, green spaces, and there's a pet-friendly policy, so you can bring a small pet along, and the buildings have controlled access, wheelchair accessibility, and emergency response systems for safety around the clock, plus trained staff are always on-site. Safety and independence get balanced here with services that help out when needed, whether that's medication management, nursing help, illness recovery, or personalized care plans that get updated for each resident, and there are dementia-friendly and memory care programs tailored to those who need extra support.
Residents have access to social rooms, lounges, a big fitness center with instructor-led classes, a library for reading, a billiards area, a movie theater, a creative arts workshop, a wood shop, and gathering spaces for events. There's a salon, general store, business office, and laundry service to keep daily life hassle-free, and housekeeping and on-site maintenance are regular offerings.
The schedule at SummerWood of Chanhassen stays busy, with creative workshops, fitness sessions every day, themed parties, religious services, gardening club, live performances, art and crafts, birthday and holiday celebrations, shopping trips, errands, and day outings. Residents can use transportation services for appointments and errands, join in the many wellness, social, and faith-based programs, or relax in peaceful outdoor spots or lounges.
The facility operates as a continuing care retirement community and provides independent living, assisted living, memory care, respite care, long-term care, transitional care, and even home health care or hospice as needed. The smoke-free policy covers all indoor areas, and staff foster a culture of joy, kindness, and helpfulness, with spiritual care services available, along with a ministry guide for those who want to stay active in their faith. SummerWood of Chanhassen has received recognition for its activities and friendly environment, and the community focuses on keeping folks comfortable, connected, and cared for, whatever stage they're in.
