Mankato Lodge Senior Living provides both Assisted Living and Independent Living, allowing residents to choose the level of day-to-day support that fits their needs. The health team can manage oxygen therapy, overnight monitoring for residents who are up all night, and blood-sugar oversight for diabetics using either oral medications or injections. Mild dementia conditions are also supported, giving families reassurance that early memory-care needs can be accommodated without a move to a separate unit.

Around-the-clock safeguards back up those clinical services. An RN or LPN is on site, and a nurse remains on call 24 hours a day. All employees complete background checks, night shift staff stay awake, and the building maintains 24-hour security. Residents can summon help with pull cords or personal emergency response systems that alert staff immediately. On-site podiatry visits and a dedicated therapy room reduce the need for outside appointments. Daily living assistance is available for bathing, dressing, and toileting at the full-assistance level, while help with eating is offered on a standby basis. Transfer help ranges from standby supervision to one-person physical assists and accommodates walkers and wheelchairs.

Apartments vary, but many feature private bathrooms, kitchenettes, independent temperature controls, cable service, and the option to paint or decorate. Housekeeping and scheduled laundry services are provided, although not every accommodation includes every feature listed. Residents who prefer additional help can arrange for staff to manage linens and tidy the apartment on a regular schedule.

Dining follows a set menu with an option to order from alternate selections at each meal. Snacks are available throughout the day, and meals can be delivered to the apartment when needed. A private dining room can be reserved for family gatherings, and the kitchen team can prepare mechanical-chopped foods or thickened liquids to meet physician-ordered diet modifications. Independent Living residents may select a monthly meal plan and can also receive housekeeping and laundry services tailored for their level of independence.

Residents have access to on-site parking, wheelchair-accessible common areas, a barber and beauty shop, exercise and movie rooms, a wellness center, internet access, communal gardens, scheduled religious services, a library, and special-interest clubs. Transportation is provided for medical appointments and other scheduled outings. Pets are allowed; it's a good idea to check with the community during your visit to see if your pet will be allowed.