Guardian Angels - Riverview Landing Otsego sits along the Mississippi River in Elk River, MN, and offers a range of care types for older adults, including independent living, assisted living, transitional care, memory care, long-term care, home care, and hospice. The building has 142 apartments-studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom options-and features things like full baths, in-unit laundry for many apartments, kitchens with appliances, and private sunrooms or patios. There are specialized Memory Care studio apartments built for people with dementia, including bedrooms, living areas, kitchenettes, and secured entry for safety.
This community provides support with daily needs like bathing, dressing, medication management, and getting around, and has staff onsite at all hours. Residents get help with diabetes care, memory loss, transfers, and incontinence if they need it, and care teams coordinate with doctors and offer hospice support when needed. There's a call button system in each apartment for emergencies, and building entry is controlled for added security. Meals are served restaurant-style by a chef, and residents have meal options in the dining room, pub, or on the patio. One meal a day comes included, and snack areas with a piano add to common gathering spots. Parking's available in a heated underground garage with extra storage.
Amenities at Riverview Landing include a warm-water therapy pool, a gym, pickleball and basketball courts, a putting green, walking trails by the river, big outdoor patios, and gardens. There's an onsite barber and salon, a wellness center, club rooms, a pub, a coffee lounge, a spacious chapel, and a library. Laundry service, housekeeping, dry cleaning, and Wi-Fi are all available. Social life stays active here, with movie nights, faith-based activities, resident-run clubs, educational programs, and group outings. The community's open to people at different stages, providing specialized support for mild cognitive impairment and dementia, and offers additional services, such as home healthcare, when needed.
Guardian Angels was founded in 1962, is part of a nonprofit group, and follows a faith-based approach, focusing on compassion and dignity for residents. The staff tries to build a warm, home-like feel and supports spiritual health with an onsite chapel and pastoral care services. This community's known for flexible lifestyle choices, with healthcare and activities arranged around each resident's needs and preferences, and staff there can help answer questions about long-term care planning, caregiving, or insurance. The building has advanced safety features, like emergency call monitoring, heated garage parking, and 24-hour supervision, so family members have some peace of mind about their loved ones. People often say the views are nice and common areas get a lot of natural light, helping residents feel at home and connected. Reviews are mixed, with some positive comments, and average ratings over time suggest a steady reputation. Overall, Guardian Angels - Riverview Landing Otsego stands out mostly for its location on the river, wide range of services, and steady approach to senior care.
