FAQ
Frequently asked questions
The questions families ask us by phone, answered in writing. If yours is not here, call 507-665-2499.
Cost
What does the monthly rate include?
The apartment rate includes the private apartment with utilities, weekly housekeeping and laundry, social and wellness programs, 24-hour staff and the emergency response system. Care is added by level and meals by plan. The pricing page lists every number.
How much does assisted living cost at French Meadow Place?
Apartments start at $2,000 a month. Care adds $2,000 to $3,500 a month depending on level, and a meal plan adds $350 to $750. A Classic Studio with Level 1 care and three meals a day comes to $4,750 a month.
How much does memory care cost?
Memory care apartments start at $3,500 a month. Care adds $3,000 to $4,500 a month depending on level. A Classic Studio with Level 1 care and three meals a day comes to $7,250 a month.
Is there a move-in fee?
Yes. The community fee is $1,750. It is charged once and is non-refundable.
Do you accept Elderly Waiver, Medical Assistance or CADI?
VERIFY: waiver acceptance, counties and any private-pay period. To be answered by ownership before launch.
Do you accept long-term care insurance?
Long-term care insurance pays you or the community according to your policy, and most policies cover licensed assisted living and memory care. Check the benefit trigger and waiting period in your policy, and ask your insurer what paperwork they need from us.
Does Medicare pay for any of this?
No. Medicare does not pay for room, board or personal care in assisted living or memory care. It continues to cover doctor visits, hospital care, therapy and hospice for someone living here.
How often do rates go up?
VERIFY: rate review schedule and written notice period
Care
Is memory care licensed here?
Minnesota requires an Assisted Living Facility with Dementia Care license to operate secured memory care. You can look up our license and inspection results at the Minnesota Department of Health.
How is the care level decided?
A nurse completes an assessment before move-in and recommends a level based on the help needed each day. The level is reviewed when needs change.
Is there a nurse?
A nurse is on call 24 hours a day, and staff are in the building 24 hours a day.
What happens after a fall or a trip to the hospital?
VERIFY: the community’s fall response, family notification and hospital transfer process, in Julia’s words
Can my parent keep their own doctor?
Yes. Residents choose their own doctors, pharmacy and other providers.
What if care needs go beyond what you offer?
VERIFY: discharge and transfer criteria as written in the assisted living contract
Daily life
Are pets allowed?
Pets are welcome with approval. Tell us about the animal when you tour.
Can we bring our own furniture?
VERIFY: whether apartments come furnished, unfurnished or either
Can families visit any time?
VERIFY: visiting policy and any quiet hours
Is there a salon?
Yes, there is a salon in the building.
Is there parking for visitors?
Yes. There is off-street parking.
Moving in
How fast can someone move in?
VERIFY: typical time from tour to move-in, and what paperwork is needed (physician orders, assessment, contract)
Can we try a short stay first?
Yes. Respite stays run up to 30 days: $225 a day in assisted living and $250 a day in memory care.
Can a couple move in together?
Yes. The second occupant rate is $1,200 a month in assisted living and $1,500 a month in memory care, and each person has their own care level.
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