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Nestled on 17 acres in Northwest Rochester, Cottagewood Senior Communities is dedicated to individuals with memory loss. When you step foot into our cottages you will realize that the Community has so much more to offer than a beautiful campus. You will immediately feel the warmth and friendliness from the staff and the cottage pet, as well as the sense of camaraderie among residents. Our secure cottages and courtyards are beautifully furnished and have all the comforts of home. Our expertly trained staff utilizes validation therapy, music therapy along with cues and reminders throughout the day to ensure our residents are successful. Our dedicated team is committed to the safety and well-being of our residents while maintaining their dignity and respect. From fun community events to a variety of wellness activities, Cottagewood is making a positive difference in the lives of our residents and their families! For over 24 years Cottagewood has truly been the leader for Memory Care in Southeastern Minnesota.
Our goal at Cottagewood Senior Communities is to set our residents up for success. To accomplish this, our caring and professional staff create a customized plan of care for each individual resident.
We understand that the physical environment is one big contributor to overall well-being, so we have created varying living options within the community to better care for residents at every stage of memory loss.
Explore something exciting every day at Cottagewood Senior Communities. We strive to create programs and events intended to engage our residents. With numerous life-enriching activities, residents have the opportunity for intellectual, physical and spiritual growth.
We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to the J.A. Wedum Foundation, owner of Cottagewood Senior Communities, for their generous donation to Seasons Hospice.
Your kindness and support make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve. We are truly grateful for this wonderful partnership and the shared commitment to compassionate care.
Together, we continue to make every day a little brighter.
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Onyx and Poppy are officially Christmas tree guardians… and professional nappers 🎄😴
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Decorating is in full swing at Cottagewood! Our residents and staff are busy bringing the holiday magic to every corner.
Even our cats have their very own tree…but they still love “helping” with ours, too. 🎄🐱❤️
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We dressed up Friday to cheer on our teams..and with today’s game in the books, the Packers fans got their win! 🏈
So much fun at Cottagewood!
#TeamSpirit
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Big THANK YOU to Julie Jones and 97.5 for delivering delicious cookies to Cottagewood today!
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We are proud to share that Cottagewood Senior Communities was recently featured in the Inside Senior Living 30-in-30 MN series.
Inside Senior Living visited our campus to showcase the heart of what we do each day living our mission and making a meaningful difference for the residents we serve. Their segment highlights our remarkable residents, our dedicated team, and the vibrant, caring community that makes Cottagewood so special.
🎥 Watch the segment here:
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A calm afternoon spent with our favorite furry companions. They always know how to bring comfort and smiles. 🐾
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🇺🇸 Honoring Our Veterans 🇺🇸
Today we had the privilege of honoring the incredible veterans who call Cottagewood home. Each was recognized with a special pin and a small token of appreciation for their service.
A heartfelt thank you to Season’s Hospice for partnering with us to make this meaningful tribute possible. We are so grateful for the chance to celebrate and thank those who have served our country.
#VeteransDay #ThankYouVeterans #Cottagewood #SeasonsHospice #HonoringService
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Pumpkin Pass fun today! 🎃🥄
Lots of laughter, steady hands, and great teamwork from our residents!
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Good morning from Cottagewood!
A beautiful sunrise to start the day with our wonderful residents and staff.
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“Our seniors sure know how to have a ball! 😄 A little exercise, a lot of laughter, and plenty of smiles all around! #SeniorFun
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🧩 Our residents have been putting their puzzle skills to the test — and they’re so good at it! We love seeing everyone come together, focused and smiling as the final pieces click into place. Great teamwork and great fun! 💛
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Have specific questions or concerns? Every situation is unique and we’re happy to provide all the information you need to make a wise decision.
Want to learn more about what Cottagewood has to offer? Download our free informational packet for more details about our senior living opportunities.
Our cottages provide a warm, “home-like” living space designed to encourage engagement between residents that include the following:
We provide three homemade meals a day from fresh ingredients. Each day our residents also receive light snacks. Here are a few examples:
Nestled on 17 beautiful acres in northwest Rochester, Cottagewood Rochester is conveniently located off of Highway 52, close to shopping, clinics and dining.
We understand that the physical environment is one big contributor to overall well-being, so we have created varying levels of care within the community to better care for residents at every stage of memory loss.
Cottagewood offers private suite cottages for those who prefer less stimulation and a quieter atmosphere. These cozy cottages consist of 16-20 private rooms and shared common areas with a secure courtyard. This provides our residents a lot of space to roam and relax both inside and outside.
Residents will be encouraged to participate in meaningful activities throughout the day. Here at Cottagewood, we believe passive participation is just as beneficial as active participation. The cottages are staffed 24/7 by health care professionals who receive specialized dementia training in our unique programming and therapies.
Cottagewood offers companion living cottages for those residents who are wanting an active social life. These cozy cottages consist of 24-32 residents so there is always someone to visit and spend time with.
Residents will be offered and encouraged to participate in meaningful activities throughout the day. Here at Cottagewood, we believe passive participation is just as beneficial as active participation. These cottages are staffed 24/7 by health care professionals who receive specialized dementia training in our unique programming and therapies.
The Haven at Cottagewood is an enhanced memory care setting designed to meet the needs of individuals with behavioral challenges associated with dementia. This unique cottage is highly specialized with a structured, calming environment along with personalized dementia programming and therapies.
The Haven consists of 18 private bedrooms with ½ baths. The cottage is staffed 24/7 by health care professionals, low resident to staff ratios, secured entrances/courtyard access and environmental design.
