Pricing ranges from
    $3,951 – 4,741/month

    Hawley Senior Living

    923 5th St, Hawley, MN 56549
    • Assisted Living

    Caring staff, great meals, activities

    I've had a very positive experience here - the caring, respectful staff provide excellent care, the community is charming and spotless, meals are great, and the activities director runs fun daily programs with garden time and outings. I highly recommend this friendly, dedicated team.

    Current/former resident
    Sep 2026

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Coordination with health care providers
    • Medication management
    • Mental wellness program

    Healthcare staffing

    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Kitchenettes
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Transportation

    • Transportation arrangement (medical)
    • Transportation to doctors appointments

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Dining room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor space

    Community services

    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    Reviews

    3.29·(7)

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      5.0
    • Staff

      3.4
    • Meals

      5.0
    • Amenities

      3.3
    • Value

      3.3

    Pros

    • compassionate and respectful staff
    • high-quality personal care
    • clean and well-maintained environment
    • nutritious, well-prepared meals
    • engaging activities program led by a strong activities director
    • daily social and recreational activities
    • accessible outdoor garden and organized outings
    • congregate dining that supports socialization
    • friendly, welcoming community atmosphere
    • strong family recommendations

    Cons

    • incomplete fall-prevention infrastructure (e.g., absence of grab rails)
    • inconsistent housekeeping standards in some areas
    • limitations in call-light responsiveness and resident self-help supports
    • constraints on family information-sharing due to privacy policies
    • variability in staff conduct and responsiveness across shifts
    • allegations of illegal activity and corporate mismanagement

    Summary of reviews

    Overall impression Reviews reflect a predominantly positive experience with clear strengths in direct care, social programming, and dining, alongside a minority of serious concerns that warrant investigation. Many comments emphasize attentive, respectful caregivers and a generally clean, well-maintained environment. At the same time, a subset of comments raises operational and governance-level issues that prospective families should evaluate further.

    Care and staff The facility is described as providing strong hands-on care with staff who are caring and respectful. Families frequently cite helpfulness and a focus on resident dignity. However, there is variability in the consistency of staff conduct and responsiveness across shifts. Several comments point to limitations in call-light responsiveness and a need for more robust supports that allow residents to summon assistance reliably; this suggests uneven staffing or response protocols that could affect timeliness of care.

    Dining and activities Dining is consistently praised: meals are described as well-prepared and nutritious, and congregate dining appears to support social engagement. The activities program is a notable strength, led by an effective activities director who organizes daily social and recreational offerings, outdoor garden access, and regular outings. These elements contribute to a community-oriented atmosphere and high resident and family satisfaction in this domain.

    Facilities and safety Facilities are generally maintained with positive cleanliness observations, but there are indications of inconsistent housekeeping attention in some areas (examples include vacuuming and routine maintenance tasks). A specific safety concern raised is the absence of grab rails in certain locations, which points to gaps in environmental fall-prevention measures. Prospective residents should confirm the presence of appropriate safety features in units and common areas.

    Management and notable patterns Most feedback about frontline staff is positive, yet there are also serious assertions regarding leadership and corporate governance. Some reviewers raised allegations relating to illegal activity and corporate mismanagement; these are significant claims that exceed routine operational criticisms and should prompt verification through direct inquiry and review of regulatory history. Additionally, privacy-policy constraints (HIPAA-related) are noted as limiting the flow of information to families, which can affect perceptions of transparency and communication.

    Recommendations for prospective families Ask targeted questions about fall-prevention infrastructure, call-light response times, housekeeping schedules, and staff turnover—particularly across different shifts. Request the facility's policies on family communication and examples of how privacy rules are balanced with family updates. If governance or legal concerns are a worry, consider asking about any regulatory actions, corporate oversight structures, and opportunities to speak with current family references. These steps will help clarify whether the facility’s strengths align with your priorities and whether the noted concerns have been addressed.

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    Location

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    Hawley Senior Living is located at 923 5th St, Hawley, MN, 56549.

    About Hawley Senior Living

    Hawley Senior Living is a single-level senior living community that provides both assisted living and memory care. The community sits in a small town and has a welcoming, home-like feel. There are 45 available units, including studio, one-bedroom, semi-private, and two-bedroom apartments, some of which come furnished and are comfortable for older adults. Residents need to be at least 55 years old. The building is handicapped accessible and provides TTY/TDD phone services. Staff is awake and present 24 hours a day, trained to help with daily needs such as bathing, dressing, and managing medicines, and the team also can assist people who need help moving from a bed to a wheelchair.

    The community supports seniors who need help with diabetic care, such as monitoring blood sugar, but doesn't give insulin shots. Residents who need help with incontinence need to handle private care themselves. Non-ambulatory seniors can get standby help for transferring. Services also include meals-three homecooked ones every day-housekeeping, laundry, and adult day care. There's respite and hospice care as well, and complimentary transportation is available for doctor visits or outings. Pets, like cats and dogs, are welcome.

    The indoor common areas make it easy for residents to socialize and have activities together, and daily social and movement activities help everyone connect and stay involved, thanks to the small town atmosphere that gives things a family feeling. The facility offers devotional services offsite for those who want them. Meals are nutritious and prepared from good ingredients, and the goal is to help residents live actively and with a strong sense of community. There's no high-level nursing care, but Hawley Senior Living focuses on everyday support for seniors with different needs as they age. Home care is available, and the community wants residents to feel engaged and purposeful in their daily life.

    People often ask...

    Hawley Senior Living offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $3,951 per month.

    Hawley Senior Living offers assisted living.

    The full address for this community is 923 5th St, Hawley, MN 56549.

    No, Hawley Senior Living does not offer respite care. Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.

    Safety & Compliance

    In Minnesota, the Department of Health licenses assisted living facilities, publishing the findings of its surveys and complaint investigations.

    License number30455
    Facility typeAssisted Living

    Inspection Reports

    5

    Reports

    24

    Citations

    3

    Complaints

    3

    Years

    25 Jun 2025Inspection
    Identified multiple deficiencies in food service, infection control, background checks, and medication management; follow-up determined substantial compliance.
    • 144G.41 Subdivision 1aMinnesota Food Code – Minimum food service requirements
    • 144G.60 Subdivision 1Background studies
    • 144G.71 Subd 20Prescription drugs
    • 144G.91 Subd 4 (b)Appropriate care and services
    07 Mar 2025Complaint
    Investigated a fall with head injury and a delay in notifying emergency services. The neglect finding was inconclusive.
    15 Feb 2024Complaint
    Investigated an allegation that stroke symptoms were not promptly addressed, delaying care and resulting in hospital admission; the resident later recovered to baseline after treatment.
    • Minnesota Statutes, section 626.5572, subdivision 17Neglect
    19 Apr 2023Inspection
    Identified multiple noncompliance issues across infection control, tuberculosis screening, fire safety, staff orientation, dementia training, medication storage, and handling of chemicals and sharp objects.
    • 144G.41 Subd. 3(a)Infection control program
    • 144G.42 Subd. 9Tuberculosis prevention and control
    • 144G.45 Subd. 2(a)(4)Fire protection and physical environment
    • 144G.63 Subd. 2Content of required orientation
    • 144G.64 (a) (4)Training in dementia care required
    • 144G.71 Subd. 19Storage of medications
    • 144G.71 Subd. 20Prescription drugs
    • 144G.91 Subd. 4 (a)Appropriate care and services
    05 Jan 2023Complaint
    Identified neglect due to failures to assess and respond to a resident's dropping oxygen levels and related record-keeping problems, leading to hospitalization and ongoing risk.
    • 144G.30 Subd. 4Information Provided By Facility
    • 144G.42 Subd. 6Reporting Maltreatment; MAARC
    • 144G.63 Subd. 2Content Of Required Orientation
    • 144G.70 Subd. 2 (c-e)Initial Reviews, Assessments, And Monitoring
    • 144G.70 Subd. 4 (f)Service Plan, Implementation And Revisions
    • 144G.72 Subd. 3Individualized Treatment Or Therapy Management
    • 144G.72 Subd. 4Administration Of Treatments Or Therapies
    • 144G.72 Subd. 5Documentation Of Administration Of Treatments
    • 144G.91 Subd. 4(b)Appropriate Care And Services
    • 144G.91 Subd. 8Freedom From Maltreatment
    • 626.557 Subd. 3Timing Of Report

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