Summerhill of Apple Valley/Co-Op

Summerhill of Apple Valley/Co-Op is a cooperative senior living community in Apple Valley, MN, for adults aged 55 and older, and it sits not far from places like Legends of Apple Valley, Risor of Apple Valley, and Affinity at Eagan. The community offers independent living, assisted living, dementia care, and memory care, and it gives people the chance to live in their own senior apartments with roomy layouts and private bathrooms with bathtubs. You'll see indoor and outdoor common areas, which are used for socializing and relaxing, plus beautifully landscaped grounds outside where folks like to spend time when the weather's nice, and you can bring your cat or dog along thanks to pet-friendly policies that allow both. The co-op model means residents have ownership in the community as part of a nonprofit cooperative corporation, and residents usually get the financial benefits from the structure. Caregiver-to-senior ratios are set for safety and better care, and care options can be adjusted to the needs of each person. There's no worry about lawns or snow because staff handles home maintenance, which takes a lot off the to-do list for many. Everyone gets access to on-site activities, such as art classes, fitness programs, and educational seminars, and sometimes activities happen off-site, too, which helps folks stay active and keep meeting others. The kitchen staff and meal planners work to provide nutritious meals. People can park their own cars, plus there's nearby public transit for those who use it. All areas indoors are smoke-free. Summerhill of Apple Valley/Co-Op is licensed as the state requires and focuses on providing housing and care that's meant for seniors, with community amenities that help residents connect and live with comfort in a community of their peers. Residents plan and run some social and recreational programs themselves, which can make it easier to feel part of the group.