Fairfax Community Home Health in Fairfax, MN, sits at 300 10th Avenue SE, and you'll notice right away that it's not very large, since just one to four people work there, which means you'll probably see some familiar faces over time, and Gale Evenson runs things so there's some consistency. The senior community there has 50 beds, so it's not so tiny that people feel alone, but not so big either that folks get lost in the crowd, and it fits the kind of middle income families you find in Fairfax. The place supports seniors looking for either some independence or more daily care, with options like independent living, assisted living, memory care for dementia, and home health services right there on site or arranged for in-home care needs, which includes skilled nursing if that's needed.
You'll find programs for memory and dementia care, and the team keeps a close watch on those who need help with things like wandering, so families have peace of mind. They have adult daycare services for seniors, which can help out working families or those needing breaks, along with day programs, health and wellness activities, and even hospice support. The community runs on 24-hour support, with supervision, medication administration, and regular help with bathing, dressing, or transfers, so some folks are pretty hands-on while others just need a bit of help here and there. There's an emergency alert system and all bedrooms have furnished rooms with in-room phones and a 24-hour call system.
Meals are included, with three daily options and some flexibility for folks with diabetes or food allergies-they've got all-day and restaurant-style dining so you're not stuck in a set routine, and snacks and drinks are always available too. The place tries to keep people busy and engaged, offering movie nights, arts and crafts in an arts room, walking trails, an on-site garden, a chapel, and a beauty salon or barber if you need a trim. Residents organize their own get-togethers sometimes, and there are also community-sponsored activities from staff, so there's usually something happening for people who want to be social. Laundry, housekeeping, and utilities are included, so it's less to worry about, and you can join daily wellness programs if that's something you like. There's a secure entrance, attached garages for those who still drive, and transportation help for getting to appointments.
The home works as a retirement community, an adult day care, and a place where you can age in place if needs change over time. There's no information available on the website about every feature or amenity, so you might have to reach out with questions. The community does not take Medicare as payment unless it's certified, but it's a licensed provider in Minnesota for comprehensive home care. You'll see photos and a map on the facility's profile, and you'll also find listings about staff opportunities for CNAs, LPNs, and RNs, since care teams are so important there. The focus at Fairfax Community Home Health is to support independence but step in with more help as needs grow, with a wide range of care-nursing, home health, memory care, and lots of activities to keep daily living safer, fuller, and less lonely for seniors in Fairfax.
