The Hummingbird is a 24-hour customized living facility nestled in Meadowlands, Minnesota, designed to offer a comfortable and supportive environment for those seeking an assisted lifestyle. With a capacity for ten residents, The Hummingbird ensures privacy and accessibility by offering private bedrooms, each equipped with handicap accessible bathrooms and showers. Residents can feel secure with the emergency call light system, which provides peace of mind for residents and their families.
Within The Hummingbird, communal spaces invite residents to gather and enjoy daily life together. The great room, featuring a cozy fireplace, serves as a welcoming place for relaxation and social interaction. A home-style kitchen forms the heart of the facility, where meals are prepared and served around a large table that accommodates all residents, fostering a true sense of community during mealtimes. A four seasons sunroom allows residents to take in beautiful outdoor views year-round, while wandering into the beauty shop and whirlpool center adds an extra layer of comfort and self-care to their daily routines.
Dedicated and highly trained staff, including Personal Care Assistants (PCAs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), and Registered Nurses (RNs), are present and available 24 hours a day to cater to residents’ needs. Frequent nursing assessments ensure that health and well-being are closely monitored. Individualized care plans are created for each resident, ensuring that their unique needs are met with personalized attention and compassion. The staff arrange appointments, provide assistance with bathing, transferring, dressing, toileting, and grooming, and manage medication and treatment administration, aiming to make daily living as comfortable and worry-free as possible.
Life at The Hummingbird is enriched by a variety of engaging activities and events. Residents can look forward to regular favorites such as BINGO, cribbage, birthday parties, and holiday celebrations. Other popular offerings include gardening, baking, movie nights, arts and crafts, church services, and shopping trips, all promoting fun, learning, and social connections. The three nutritious meals provided daily further add to the sense of home and well-being for each individual.
Admission rates at The Hummingbird depend on the level of care required, which is determined through a pre-admission screening by St. Louis County Social Services. With its blend of home-like comfort, professional care, and a lively calendar of enrichment activities, The Hummingbird stands out as a warm and inviting place for individuals in need of customized living support.
