Ivy Hill Senior Care, also called Rizon Homes, sat at 607 NW 2nd Avenue in Faribault, MN, and had 10 licensed beds, which meant it stayed pretty close and quiet, and folks could feel like they knew their neighbors, and it was the sort of place a person goes who wants a peaceful, steady life in their later years. The staff at Ivy Hill helped with daily things like bathing, dressing, getting up or moving about, and made sure to keep a close eye on medication needs, always having 24-hour supervision and a call system for emergencies, so families could feel better about leaving their loved ones there, feeling the place wouldn't leave anybody alone when they needed someone. Ivy Hill had services for independent living, assisted living, and memory care, along with skilled nursing and home care, so residents could get the kind of support that fit their needs as they changed, and they even helped folks with more serious concerns, like dementia and Alzheimer's, so everybody got a fair shake, and nobody got left behind if they needed specialized support.
They had rooms already furnished, and each resident had their own space, with things like cable TV, high-speed internet, and a phone, all included, and there were regular activities and resident-run events, whether movie nights in the common area or time spent in the garden or library or arts room, and there was a beauty salon onsite, too-something for folks who liked getting spruced up. Ivy Hill had a dining room, and the staff paid attention to diabetes diets and other special restrictions, and when someone needed a ride to a doctor's appointment, arrangements could be made, so people had their needs looked after. There were walking paths, gardens, and outdoor spots where residents could spend some quiet time, and the community always paid attention to keeping things clean, offering laundry and dry cleaning as needed. Ivy Hill also had mental wellness programs, aiming to give residents a chance to keep their minds sharp and spirits up, believing that engaging activities could help people stay connected and find some happiness.
The facility worked with other health groups in the area, like hospitals and hospices and in-home care companies, and always made sure to stay licensed and in line with what the state and agencies wanted, getting regular surveys from places like the Department of Aging or Veterans Services. Ivy Hill had long-term care in a non-acute setting, meaning it focused on day-to-day support instead of high-intensity hospital care, and it didn't take Medicare unless certified by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. It offered employment for caregivers, including jobs for CNAs, LPNs, LVNs, and RNs, helping keep the care side of things running smooth. Residents and families often just wanted a place that felt like home, promoted independence and safety, and gave people a sense of belonging, and for a time, Ivy Hill Senior Care gave that chance, with a community score of 3.6 on Seniorly's rating, but the place has been permanently closed.
