Cottage Grove White Pine sits at 6900 E Point Douglas Rd S, behind Kohl's near Highway 61 and Grange Boulevard in Cottage Grove, MN, where folks looking for a bit of help but still wanting to keep their independence can find assisted living and memory care all in one place, with 41 apartments for assisted living and 44 for memory care sharing the same campus, so there's often a mix of people at different stages of support needs. The apartments feel home-like, and the community works to create a comfortable, friendly, and welcoming atmosphere where people can live as independently as possible, getting help with daily needs like bathing, dressing, and remembering to take medicine, which some folks start to find tricky as they get older. There's also help with getting up in the morning, moving around, and getting to meals, plus incontinence management when needed, which brings peace of mind if that becomes a concern.
For folks living with memory loss, including Alzheimer's or other kinds of dementia, White Pine Advanced Memory Care has a special part of the community that stays secure and tries to prevent wandering, with activities meant to keep minds busy and help everyone feel safe and respected, not confused or lost. Care plans adjust to meet each person's needs, so it doesn't feel like one-size-fits-all, and trained staff is around all the time, 24/7, if someone needs anything day or night, which is reassuring for both residents and their families. Meals get cooked on-site and served in a dining room that's got a homey feel, and everyone can join social, educational, and entertaining activities, whether you're into games, fitness, or just visiting with others, helping new folks settle in and make friends. Staff help organize transportation and there's reportedly high-speed internet and handicap accessibility throughout.
Even though the community says it has nice interiors and outdoor spaces, there isn't much information about what the apartments look like on the inside, any specific parking or garage details, or what comes with the rent in terms of utilities. Still, the focus stays on care, health, and keeping everyone safe, with professionals helping people keep their dignity and quality of life. The building doesn't tolerate discrimination based on gender identity, orientation, or where your money comes from, following the law and local protections, so everyone's welcome. It's a place for seniors who can't really live alone anymore but who don't want to be in a nursing home either, and the staff works to make each day a bit easier for everyone who calls Cottage Grove White Pine home.
