Touchmark at Harwood Groves sits at 1200 Harwood Dr S in Fargo, in the River Drive neighborhood, right there in North Dakota where there are legal protections for LGBTQ individuals and people with different sources of income, and you'll find it's not listed for sale or rent right now, being off-market at present, which can happen as sometimes places fill up or keep things private on those listing sites, and when you look at the place, what you see are well-kept grounds with private cottages and apartment homes that come in different layouts like studio, one-, and two-bedrooms, including some with dens, and those have features like full kitchens, large closets, gas fireplaces, and emergency response systems, plus pet-friendly choices, so there is a range for all kinds of folks. Cottages have attached garages, walk-in closets, vaulted ceilings, and details like hardwood floors and granite counters, which people tend to appreciate for both looks and practicality, and cottage residents also get a membership to the Health & Fitness Club and daily chef-prepared meals if they want them.
The building itself is an apartment community designed with comfort and ease of navigation in mind and, while some of the specifics about parking aren't clear, they do offer transportation services throughout the Fargo-Moorhead area, so getting around is manageable for most. Touchmark offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care, along with skilled nursing and continuing care, and provides support with activities like housekeeping, grooming, and local transportation, plus a 24-hour emergency response system that helps people feel more secure. For those in assisted living or needing more hands-on support, staff will help with daily tasks, medication management, and offer person-centered care plans that change as needed, holding regular care conferences and bringing in licensed nurses to oversee health, do assessments, and support both the residents and care teams, and when it comes to memory care, they've got specific, secured areas and programs for Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia, focusing on safety, routine, and engaging daily experiences.
People living here find plenty to do, with group and individual fitness classes at the on-site Health & Fitness Club, programs run by Full Life Wellness & Life Enrichment, art trips like going to the Rourke Art Museum, cultural outings, and both on-campus and off-campus events to keep life interesting. The dining program lets residents choose between cooking at home or enjoying chef-prepared meals in a community dining room, and there's an on-site coffeehouse and market, which adds a comfortable gathering spot for coffee or groceries, while cottages have private dining options if folks prefer. Amenities cover things like a library, massage therapy, on-site salon and barbershop, monthly activity calendars, Wi-Fi, and an outdoor Waterford Heritage Garden, and pets are allowed, which many people like for companionship.
Touchmark at Harwood Groves aims to let people age in place, minimizing the need to move as care needs change, and they've put systems in place, both staff and technology, to adjust services to individual needs-whether that's basic support, memory assistance, or higher level nursing care, and they focus on respecting independence and keeping life meaningful as folks get older. The environment feels welcoming and homelike, with residents and visitors describing it as clean and attractive, and both staff and management, like Executive Director Anne-Marie Fitz, have earned recognition for being attentive, helpful, and friendly, which has brought in awards for being the Most Friendly and Best of Senior Living. Beds are divided as 38 for basic care and 80 for assisted living, with none listed for nursing facility, which shows their main focus areas. The office keeps regular hours throughout the week, with some shorter weekend times, and there is always an emergency contact-Jerry Johnson-highlighting their preparedness.
People find community at Touchmark, whether they're drawn to cottages for privacy or apartments for convenience, and residents participate in social dining and activities, with support there if it's needed, strong attention to health and wellness, and every detail focused on helping people live with dignity, choice, and connection, not overlooking anyone or pushing flashiness, but simply aiming to provide what older adults ask for: a safe place with good food, caring staff, access to activities, and help as needed to keep enjoying life.
