Crest View On 42nd

Crest View On 42nd sits at 900 42nd Ave. NE in Columbia Heights and has been around since 2002 so it's got more than two decades of experience helping seniors live comfortably, and you'll find all kinds of care here because the place offers assisted living, memory care in a secured unit called RUTH'S Way, skilled nursing beds, rehab and therapy, independent living, and affordable apartments, so there's something for many different needs. The main building is three stories with 50 apartment units, including studios and one-bedrooms, some private and some semi-private, and you can bring in small pets, which is nice because pets make things feel homier, and folks get access to cozy sitting areas, a game room, library, cyber café, fitness area, and a hair salon right on-site so you don't have to leave for those things if you don't feel like it. Crest View's staff help with daily living tasks like bathing, dressing, and getting to meals, plus there's medication help, housekeeping, laundry with self-serve options, and transportation if a ride is needed, and the nurse and home health aide are there around the clock to keep an eye on everyone, with a weekly wellness clinic and regular checks to help stay on top of health. Meals are cooked three times a day with snacks in between, and they do their best to keep folks active with scheduled exercise classes, games, music, worship, and movie nights, plus lots of social programs to help people connect, and if some folks want something quiet, they've got a library or spaces for that, too. Memory care here is set up for people with dementia with special attention, since that's important, and there's a focus on helping people keep as much independence as possible while being safe and cared for, using care plans tailored to each person, so if you need more or less assistance, the staff tries to match that. The community is faith-based and ties in spiritual activities, which some people like, and for people who want to visit, tours are available. The building is set up to be easy to get around, with vintage furnishings for a familiar feel, and there's controlled access plus guest parking. Nearby, you'll find things like Unity Hospital, Fairview Clinics, parks, restaurants, and stores, making it convenient for outings, and it's less than 15 minutes to Minneapolis museums and attractions if someone wants more to do. Crest View On 42nd has a new owner called 900 42nd Ave. Real Estate LLC from Maple Grove, and since the recent sale for $6 million, they've been adding staff and making some improvements, and while Crest View Corporation still operates it, the community remains part of a group that's known for amenities and care features. The property is also part of a larger system with campuses in both Columbia Heights and Blaine, and it's affiliated with organizations like LeadingAge MN and CareChoice, showing some focus on standards and connections. Crest View lets residents choose, whether that means assisted living, bringing in-home care for extra needs, or taking part in independent living as long as possible, and they also offer respite and short-term stay options for people who might not stay forever. The place has a balanced approach, offering help but trying to let people hold on to independence, with active social schedules, on-site comforts, and staff that's rated well for attention and tidiness.