At the top of my list was The Glenn Hopkins. It was a small one-bedroom apartment. There was a place for a living room, a little area for a table, and a nice big closet. The bedroom was spacious. I liked the room and the view, but mostly I liked the staff members who were there. I liked that they focus on spirituality there. I met a couple of the chaplains and they seemed very nice. The room was pleasant. It had a stovetop and a refrigerator, a seating area, a good-sized bedroom, a very generous-sized closet, and a nice bathroom. I liked the schedule and the list of activities. I was especially pleased to see that they have things for people who have macular degeneration. That was the first and I think the only place I saw that had a special emphasis to that. The staff that I met just seemed especially wonderful. They had pretty rooms. It was a pleasant building. The people around and about seemed sort of happy and content. Some were exuberant, some were more subdued, but it seemed like a community to me.
The Glenn Hopkins
Offers Assisted Living, Independent Living, Adult Day Care, and Memory Care
23 Reviews
1011 Feltl Ct, Hopkins, MN 55343
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Reviews of The Glenn Hopkins
Assisted Living Reviews for The Glenn Hopkins
February 06, 2022
I visited this facility
June 22, 2021
I visited this facility
The Glenn Hopkins was good. I liked the nature, the natural setting, the wildlife, and the beautiful scenery around the location. I liked the lake and the trees. The staff was very friendly and nice too. We had one tour guide, I think that's what he does, and he was good, very knowledgeable and informative. The place was a little bit dated. The actual physical structures are a little dated but it was clean. The rooms have lots of space and are very functional with good views.
May 21, 2017
I visited this facility
My mother lived in the Towers for seven years. She enjoyed the activities and made close friendships with two other residents. They went to Mass, dinner and activities together. The staff were very kind and focused on her interests. My mother is an avid bird watcher. The staff and other residents organized a small, charming garden near the patio with plants and bird feeders where residents could bird watch. As my mother's needs increased, the staff worked closely with me to add services in order to keep her life safe and happy. The aides who workrked with her paid attention to her needs and preferences and always communicated with me the ways we could best support her. The nursing staff was always alert and followed her needs closely. I greatly appreciated their steady communication with me.
When my mother moved to memory care, I depended on the support and the expertise of the the staff. The aides who care for my mother are very attentive and have arranged for phone calls with mother every day. I can tell her what is scheduled, when I will visit and what will happen each day. The entire staff responds quickly to my calls and is always responsive.
October 07, 2016
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
My mother lived at The Glenn-Hopkins for just over four years. We visited about a dozen different senior living arrangements before we made our choice. Besides the very pleasant surroundings, the primary reason we chose The Glenn was Mom’s ability to attend daily mass. She started in an independent apartment and as her needs changed she moved into assisted living and finally into memory care.
I found the staff to be very attentive in each of these living arrangements. They kept me informed and provided guidance as Mom’s needs changed. I always felt good about choosing The Glenn as the staff would call her by name, knew what she liked and didn’t like, kept her involved in their many activities, and made sure she attended mass every day. While everyone’s situation is different, if your financial situation allows, I highly recommend The Glenn-Hopkins.
March 27, 2014
I visited this facility
It just seemed to suit my parents' needs. So far, we're happy with it. It's nice to know that they're in a place and they have their three meals a day. If they need help at night, they can ring the button and they'll be there. They have activities there, but they haven't been able to do too much because they've got so many people coming in to give occupational therapy and physical therapy. The room they have is very nice. They were very accommodating for whatever they needed. They've had their apartment cleaned only once, so it seemed to be adequate. I had them do a little extra and they didn't mind doing that. I was satisfied.
December 31, 2013
I visited this facility
My mother is in the here. We have good experience there. I think they treat the residents nicely. They have a 24-hour nurse and I am satisfied with the type of caring she is getting. The amount of services they can offer someone impresses me. They have a lot of services and social activities. My mother is in a one-bedroom apartment, which I think is small. It is like a size of a single apartment in California divided into two. The food seems like small portions but my mother is gaining weight since she move there. However, it is very expensive and I will recommend it to others as long as they can afford it.
Independent Living Reviews for The Glenn Hopkins
May 15, 2022
I visited this facility
The Glenn Hopkins is a little bit older building but very nicely kept. What I liked was it was connected to wetlands and outdoor areas that are very peaceful. They had large outdoor seating areas, some gardening options outside, and a lot of activities, including a kind of movie theater option. The other thing is, light rail is being built very close, so it will be accessible to light rail. I also liked that they had a nice chapel and a library. It's a little old and kind of dated, but it's fine.
April 20, 2022
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
My parents are moving into The Glenn Hopkins. Their spiritual care was very impressive. They have a full-time pastoral care person. They have a full-time deacon. They have daily mass, two chapels, so that was very outstanding, so that's probably the main thing. The second thing is it's on 14 acres. So it has its own little walking paths, trees, and marsh, very similar to the setting that my parents have been in and I wanted them to be surrounded by that kind of more wooded, tree-lined area.
I just got off the phone with Lisa. She's outstanding. I went up by myself and spent three hours with her initially to see if it was a place I was interested in before I brought my parents. And then when my parents came up, she spent another four hours with us. So the amount of one on one care, she knew everybody by name, which is another thing that stood out to me, the interaction between the residents was very engaging with one another. There was a lot of engagement and activity between residents and between all the staff, whether it was the director of the nursing home or the person that was giving us a tour. The interaction back and forth was just very genuine and caring. There was a lot of outdoor seating and a patio. They have a movie theater, a beauty parlor on the premises, and an exercise facility. Everything you could want is under one roof there.
November 20, 2021
I visited this facility
I had a very positive experience at The Glenn Hopkins. I just thought the whole kind of college campus feel of that facility with three buildings would be a little much for my brother. They have beautiful grounds though, and very nice buildings and amenities on the main level. He would have an independent apartment and he would be able to go down to that main level either to visit the library or if he wanted to get his haircut or wanted to go down for a meal. It is a Catholic-oriented place, which also is a positive thing because our family is Catholic, so they have a mass daily and he'd be able to meet with a priest if he chooses to.
September 17, 2021
I visited this facility
We toured The Glenn Hopkins yesterday. The gentleman who gave the tour, his name was Scott. He knew the names of all the residents that we came into contact with, he knew everything there was about their facility and the programs that they offer. It was clean. It had a lot to offer. The only thing, the residents were maybe a little older than what we were trying to place my mom with. She felt at the younger end of that spectrum, but it just seemed like a fantastic facility for those needing maybe a little more care than the traditional independent living, nothing but good things to say, it probably wasn't for us for that reason that I said. Everybody was very friendly and welcoming, and it looked like a great community.
March 18, 2021
I visited this facility
I went to The Glenn Hopkins. It was very nice. The apartments were a little smaller, I liked them though, and they were arranged well. The living area was not as nice as the other place, it was not as beautiful all around the building, and it was not quite as updated. It looked like they had a good physical therapy area, and an exercise room. It was very clean, and well laid out. I could see myself being there. It was pleasant and inviting to me.
April 25, 2018
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
Our dad was a resident at The Glenn for several years. The staff brought friendship, comfort and expertise to our family and our dad, Bob. Everyone knew his name and that filled our hearts with gratitude. This community truly allows seniors to explore new friendships and activities. Highlights included going to the Twins game at the new stadium, and sitting on the beautiful patio watching with wildlife with his grandchildren, but the daily building of friendships gave our dad the feeling of home each day. He told his children many times, "Please do no make me leave this place. This is my home." And it was!
November 30, 2017
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
Our mom was glad to call the Glenn Hopkins Towers home for over 8 years & we are pleased to to provide this review to encourage older individuals and families to consider The Glenn as an excellent place to live - the facilities are well designed and equipped - the staff are sincere and dedicated & the various services and amenities are top notch
August 26, 2017
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
We recently moved my dad from across the country to MN so he could be close to family. It started out as a one-month temporary stay which he extended twice and then decided to move permanently. We are just thrilled that he loves it there so much! There are always people to talk and dine with and the staff, especially Lisa, have been incredibly patient and flexible. I cannot imagine a better place and am so grateful for his wonderful experience at The Glenn. He is healthier and happier, and my sisters and I are glad that he has easy access to so many services. I highly recommend this community!
October 24, 2016
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
My Mom and Dad recently moved to the Glenn in Hopkins and their overall experience has been exceptional. The staff has been great every step of the way from the first orientations, the move in process and now the continuing support of helping Mom and Dad settle into their new home and life style. Honestly I do not think the whole process and transition could have gone any better... Many thanks to all...
October 22, 2016
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
Our family has had an Aunt and Uncle,Aunt and now my parents who are currently living at The Glenn Hopkins.There were many reasons why our family continued to choose this senior community.The most important one is that the staff has a great deal of compassion for its residents.They have helped us in so many ways.When you or someone in your family is looking to move into a new community, spend some time at The Glenn. Hopefully you will see and experience what our family has at the The Glenn
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July 27, 2016
I am/was a resident of this facility
I moved to The Glenn 2 years ago, long before I expected to need their services, but at 84, and with 8 children, I thought it best to decide "what shall we do with Mother" if I became unable to decide myself in the future.
I do use the shuttle that seems to go somewhere every day. But I'm independent enough to use the city bus system to get anywhere I want to go. I can't say enough good things about the staff and the residents are friendly, going out of their way to befriend each other. I came here from Elk River (which now seems so far away) and delight in the closeness of theaters and events in Minneapolis-St Paul. The city of Hopkins has been a revelation to me. This tiny town has kept its small town feel yet has a movie, an art center with a theater for concerts and plays of all sorts, some really good restaurants, a full line grocery, a branch of the Hennepin County library and many antique and other retail stores. (Our building has its own library, too, with large-print books delivered by Hennepin Co every quarter and hundreds of our own books that residents are welcome to borrow. And it's open 24 hours a day!)
There is a Catholic Church in Hopkins,too, but we have our own chapel where Mass is celebrated almost every day.
Before I moved here I toured six other facilities and it was without a second thought that I chose The Glenn.
July 04, 2015
I visited this facility
It was very institutionalized. We really did not take a tour. We walked in to set up the tour, and we did not like going back because of the way we were treated. It was unwelcoming. There had a security guard sitting there which kind of made me a little nervous. It looked like it was beautiful, but not when you first walk in.
June 26, 2014
I am a friend or relative of resident
Great facility, good caring staff. I have been there visiting once or twice a week for past two years and it is always clean and well maintained. The downside is the Gentle Touch medical support staff-a disappointment with their lack of professionalism and high price.
August 19, 2013
I visited this facility
It was a very nice facility. I was quite impressed. The staff was good. But they did not had a pool and my dad needed one for his water aerobics. They didn't have all the criteria that I was looking for.
June 26, 2013
I visited this facility
We visited and we liked it except its location seems to be isolated. The rooms were fine and their staff seemed nice.
July 02, 2012
I am a friend or relative of a resident
This new facility is very well done. The Glenn has all the features a to make the place inviting for senior independent living. The grounds are beautiful. The opportunities on campus are varied enough to accommodate many different interests. Yet there is a grocery store and restaurants just a short walk a way.
My 88 year old parents moved to the Glenn recently. The staff have gone out of their way to be helpful. The dining staff are always friendly.
My parents are independent at this time. It has eased any concerns that I have had about their future living arrangements. I know that if they will need assisted living arrangements it will be a smooth transition to accommodate them.
May 24, 2011
I visited this facility
It is a newer facility in the city of Hopkins. When you initially step inside you notice the rich décor and light bright facility with plenty of windows. This is a Catholic faith based residential facility but they welcome seniors of all religions. Residents I visited there loved the gorgeous flower gardens, and the fact that pastoral care was available onsite. They felt as though they were treated with respect, and loved the fact that they could live independently while having the security of knowing that staff was available when they needed it. This is a gorgeous facility with many acres of scenic land, yet convenient to shopping. Hopkins is a very safe community with a low crime rate according to local crime reports. This is an A+ community that I would highly recommend to anyone looking for high quality placement for their senior family member. Residents who I visited stated they were grateful that the facility is so affordable.
Questions about The Glenn Hopkins
What ongoing training does the staff receive in dementia care?
Training is provided by the Director of Nursing, Community Life Supervisor, Corporate Director of Healthcare Staff Development, Licensed Assisted Living Director and through Educare Online Training program. All staff providing direct care to residents at The Terraces, as well as supervisors of those direct care staff, receive 8 hour of general dementia care training at their initial orientation and receive 2 hours of additional general dementia care training annually covering 8 dementia care focus areas. Staff who are not direct care providers but assist in the memory care neighborhoods (i.e. maintenance, housekeeping, reception, etc.) will receive 4 hours of general dementia care training at initial orientation. These team members receive 2 hours of additional dementia training annually.
Describe the overall population of assisted living residents at The Glenn Hopkins. What is their average age? What are their favorite things to do?
The Terraces Assisted Living at The Glenn Hopkins has neighbors between the ages of 85-89. 70% of our Assisted Living Community is female and the other 30% is male. We offer a 7 day per week Community Life Activity program focusing on creative, spiritual, recreational, physical, emotional and social well being with a wide variety of programs. Outings into the broader community happens on Accessible Coach Buses for dining, scenic drives, entertainments, museums, etc.
What programs or activities does The Glenn Hopkins offer to enrich residents' well-being?
Daily exercise classes, brain games, social events with music entertainments, concerts, spiritual care programs including Bible Study, Hymn Sing
What places are near The Glenn Hopkins or within walking distance for assisted living residents to enjoy?
Hennepin County Library, Hopkins Art & Performance Center, Scoreboard Restaurant, Jimmy's Restaurant, Woody's Grille Restaurant, Golden Nugget Restaurant, Shady Oak Lake Beach and Park, Music in the Park in Downtown Hopkins.
What transportation services does The Glenn Hopkins offer to assisted living residents?
Group transportation on 2 accessible coach buses. Resident Services provides resources for 1-1 transportation services in the area.
What makes the chef or dining program at The Glenn Hopkins exceptional? What kind of menu can assisted living residents expect?
Unidine, our on site dining service, makes everything from scratch at our community. The Terraces Assisted Living community members enjoy a selection of entrees at lunch and dinner to promote choice and an "Always Available" menu of lighter fare.
What safety features or security measures does The Glenn Hopkins offer to assisted living residents?
The building has controlled access on all exterior doors with them being locked 24/7. We have a Security Desk staffed 24/7. Front door cameras and garage door camera's provide additional monitoring. All the Terraces Assisted Living Exterior doors are alarmed at night to alert anyone passing in and out of the community. Residents have Emergency Pull cords in their apartments and have personal emergency pendants to call for assistance 24/7.
How does The Glenn Hopkins keep residents' families informed about their loved ones?
Regular Care Conferences, informal updates during family stopping by to visit, Monthly Newsletter, monthly or more frequent communications via email using Constant Contact to updated families.
If The Glenn Hopkins accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?
We welcome families to bring their pets to visit. Pets must have up to date shots and be on a leash. We do have a walking path and sitting areas in the backyard of our campus that has resident gardens, Willow pond, Weeping Willows and bench seats along the pathway.
Describe the overall population of independent living residents at The Glenn Hopkins. What is their average age? What are their favorite things to do?
The Towers Independent Living population is made up of about 68% female an d 32% male. There are many couples living together in the Towers Independent Living Community. The Towers Community members pursue a wide variety of social, recreational, spiritual, educational, creative and physically fit programs through our Community Life programs 6 days a week. Daily Mass in our dedicated Chapel and Weekly Interfaith are offered through our Full Time Pastoral Care Staff.
What places are nearby for independent living residents to enjoy?
Orchestra Hall, many area churches, Hopkins Center for the Arts, Hennepin County Library, variety of restaurants, Shady Oak Beach and park, Lake Minnetonka, variety of Museums, Theatre (Guthrie, Chanhassen Dinner Theatre, Old Log Theatre + more), St. Paul Chamber Orchestra,
What are some recent off-site events that the community activity director at The Glenn Hopkins has organized?
"Music Man" Musical at Chanhassen Dinner Theatre, Lunch at Outback Steakhouse, Festival of Lights in viewing Christmas Light Shows in the area, Breakfast Outing
What transportation services does The Glenn Hopkins offer to independent living residents?
Group Transportation 5 days per week for grocery shopping, department store shopping, dining, arts/entertainments, scenic drives and cultural programs including museums. There is a group Medical Shuttle Bus that goes out 2x per month. Full time Resident Services Coordinator works with residents and families to provide reliable, insured and reputable transportation resources of area providers.
What common areas are available for independent living residents?
Salon, Coffee Nook, Patio overlooking Willow Pond & 7 mile walking path, Theatre Room, Chapel, Fireside Room, Dining Room, Party Room, Library, Gift Shop, Fitness Center.
What safety features or security measures does The Glenn Hopkins offer to independent living residents?
Front Desk is staff 24/7, community members have 2 Emergency Pull Cords in apartment with 24/7 Emergency Response, daily "I'm Okay" Wellness Check, Exterior Doors are controlled access and locked 24/7.
If The Glenn Hopkins accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?
We welcome families to bring their pets to visit. Pets must have up to date shots and be on a leash. We do have a walking path and sitting areas in the backyard of our campus that has resident gardens, Willow pond, Weeping Willows and bench seats along the pathway.
Does The Glenn Hopkins work with an agency or registry to provide nursing and medical assistance as needed?
Towers Independent Living has a Full Time Social Worker that provides support for planning as health, emotional and financial needs change. Towers Residents can open to in house homecare services with up to 4 scheduled services per day between 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM. Towers Independent Living have options to access primary care services through Twin Cities Physicians and receive primary care visits in their home. Dr. Ordered Medicare Therapies can be arranged on site. Odom Health & Wellness Rehabilitation services are on site to provide Occupational, Physical and Speech Therapies.
What safety features or security measures does The Glenn Hopkins provide to protect residents who wander?
Our Willows and Ponds Memory Care Neighborhoods are secure. Community members living in the Ponds and Willows wear a Wanderguard alert system. Care Plans are updated with wander risk and mitigations and staff are educated. All memory care residents are escorted with staff or family when leaving the Ponds or Willows neighborhoods.
Who assesses residents' health and cognitive functioning? How often is that assessment repeated?
The Director of Homecare (RN, BSN) does an initial assessment prior to move in, update at the time of move in and ongoing evaluation with every 90 days reassessing care plan, interventions and cognitive functioning. Significant change in health will prompt a cognitive evaluation review also.
What techniques does The Glenn Hopkins use to support memory care residents during mealtimes?
The Ponds and Willows neighborhoods have their own dedicated dining room coming together for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Staff (Dining Services, Homecare, Community Life, etc.) are present at all meal times to assist with serving, providing feeding assistance or verbal or physical cues to assist the resident with maximum independence and intake. Depending on needs of the resident, meals are offered 1 course or component at a time and likes and dislikes are gathered from Life Story (Social History) intake. Ongoing evaluation of resident needs at meal times provides opportunities to rearrange seating to accommodate social, independent diners with each other and smaller tables for those needing more assistance and staff interaction during meal times.
How does The Glenn Hopkins keep residents' families informed about their loved ones' health?
Formal Quarterly Care Conferences and significant change conferences as needed, informal updates when families are visiting and check in with nursing, phone calls and emails to update regularly about any changes, Monthly community newsletter, Facebook Page and Email Blast updates using Constant Contact for general updates for families.
Describe the neighborhood around The Glenn Hopkins. Is it located in a residential neighborhood, a business district, a rural setting, or other type of locale?
The Glenn Hopkins continuum care community sits of 14 acres of green space and natural beauty. Tucked in the southwest corner of the city of Hopkins, the community is nestled in a residential neighborhood of townhomes and multifamily living homes with mature trees and open spaces.
Is The Glenn Hopkins affiliated with a hospital if more care is needed?
The Glenn Hopkins is conveniently located near Methodist/Park Nicollet Hospital System, Fairview Hospital System, Hennepin County Medical Center (HCMC), Abbott Northwestern and North Memorial.
Costs for The Glenn Hopkins
Services and Amenities of The Glenn Hopkins
Costs
- Entry Fee
- Fee Structure Extra: Entry Fee Cost : $2000
- Assisted Living Starting At: $3189/month
- Independent Living Starting At: $1733/month
- Memory Care Starting At: $4345/month
Room and housing options
- 1-bedroom apartments
- 2-bedroom apartments
- Companion Suites: No
- Studio Apartments
General
- Resident Capacity: 310
- Respite Care
- Minimum Age: 62
- Pets: No Pets Allowed
About The Glenn Hopkins
Close the door to the hassles of homeownership and open a new one to the fully equipped senior lifestyle of The Glenn Hopkins. We take care of the maintenance while you enjoy life in this quiet, relaxed and comfortable community. At The Glenn Hopkins, you have the freedom to grow and discover during this gracious season of mature life. Our vibrant Catholic senior community is located on 14 rolling acres of land in beautiful Hopkins, Minnesota. You will enjoy the natural beauty and feel of living in the country combined with the convenience of being just minutes away from virtually everything the Twin Cities has to offer.
What Makes Us Special
Long term employees providing personalized care, along with ongoing personal relationships with residents and families. We offer abundant outdoor/green space. We offer spiritual support with 2 chapels, daily masses and a pastoral care team.
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