Afton View is a senior living community over in the Sunray-Battlecreek neighborhood in Saint Paul, Minnesota, sitting on about 18 acres of wooded hills, and it's a pretty large place with 286 apartments spread out in one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and three-bedroom layouts with plenty of living space, all set up with cable and high-speed internet if that's something needed, and the buildings have controlled access and security cameras which help keep everyone safe, plus laundry rooms in each building and off-street parking for residents and guests. The place has a barbecue grilling area and a playground too, so people can spend time outdoors when the weather's decent, and it's near shopping, restaurants, and public transit stops, which makes it simple to get downtown or around the city for appointments and errands. Afton View has on-site management during office hours and staff on call at any time for emergency repairs and maintenance, so if something goes wrong with an apartment, someone will usually be able to help no matter the time of day.
This complex operates under the HUD system, which means qualifying residents pay no more than 30% of their gross income for rent, so it's affordable for seniors on fixed incomes, and they welcome assistance animals for folks who need them. The staff, by all accounts, are joyful, helpful, and kind, which gives the place a friendly feeling, and a Resident Support Program connects residents with services and opportunities to make life easier and better. There are assisted living and memory care options for those who need more help, plus independent living for active seniors wanting their own space but maybe a little less responsibility than owning a house, and the memory care areas are designed to lessen confusion and reduce wandering for people with dementia or Alzheimer's. Meals get planned with nutrition in mind by chefs and meal planners, and activities run to cover social, physical, mental, and emotional needs, according to several good reviews online. Common areas include laundry, grills, and meeting spots, and the community keeps track of rental and occupancy data, which they update regularly, and they do provide a handbook to help new residents learn about their home and responsibilities. Award recognitions like Best of Senior Living and All-Star show community appreciation, though no place is perfect, but folks have said the care and support stand out in a good way.
