Benedictine Living Community in St. Peter offers licensed nursing-home care designed for residents who need continuous clinical oversight. Registered nurses are on duty around the clock to monitor vital signs, manage medications, perform wound care, and coordinate with physicians and specialists. The center is equipped to deliver IV therapies, post-surgical rehabilitation, and complex disease management for conditions such as diabetes, cardiac illness, and COPD. Physical, occupational, and speech therapists work on-site, allowing residents to receive rehabilitation without leaving the building.

Beyond direct medical treatment, the community maintains a care team that includes social services staff, dietitians, and restorative aides who help residents maintain or regain daily living skills. Care plans are reviewed regularly with families, and an on-call medical director oversees any changes in condition. Hospice coordination and short-term respite stays are available when needed, and transportation to outside medical appointments can be arranged. The facility also offers spiritual support and counseling services for residents who request them.

Accommodations include a mix of private and companion suites, each furnished with adjustable hospital-grade beds and accessible bathrooms. Emergency call systems, cable television, wireless internet, and individual climate controls are available in many, but not all, rooms. Housekeeping, linen service, and personal laundry are provided, and maintenance staff handle routine repairs. Pets are allowed in certain areas of the community; it’s a good idea to check with the community during your visit to see if your pet will be allowed.

Residents receive three daily meals prepared under the supervision of a registered dietitian, with menus that can be modified for therapeutic or texture-altered diets. Meals are served in a central dining room with staff available for tray service or feeding assistance when necessary. Hydration and snack carts circulate between meals, and guests can purchase meal tickets to dine with family members. Not every resident area has the same dining room layout, so seating options and meal service styles may vary by unit.