Benedict Court is an attractive housing option for those ages 62 and older who want to live independently but also need some level of assistance. These assisted living apartments have charming architectural detail with a home-like setting featuring several bay window units, a lounge, a library with a fireplace, attractive dining rooms, an outdoor courtyard and four-season porches. At Benedict Court, residents have both a stimulating community and a secure environment. The meal program and structured activities provide wonderful social opportunities.

Benedict Court, adjacent to St. Benedict’s Care Center, has 39 efficiency, one- and two-bedroom apartments ranging in size from 395 to 784 square feet (see floor plans below). As of July 1, 2007, rental rates range from $1,585 to $2,678 per month. These apartments, complete with kitchen, living room, bedroom and bath, are ideal for older adults who need some supportive services, but do not need around-the-clock nursing care. Each resident enjoys three meals a day, housekeeping, emergency call and flat linen services. In-house home care may be purchased as needed.

The goal of assisted living is to provide assistance when a resident is in need, as well as to provide comfort with an appropriate degree of independence.

Benedict Court amenities include:

• basic cable TV
• three daily meals
• exercise program
• restricted access entrance
• housekeeping services
• private mail boxes
• utilities, including electricity, heat, water and individually controlled air conditioning
• community activity room
• Catholic and ecumenical worship
• activity programming
• barber/beauty salon
• professional management
• emergency call system
• central elevator
• 24-hour home care aide services.

Home Care (a fee is charged for these services)
St. Benedict's Senior Community operates with a Class F Home Care license. The Home Care office is located at Benedict Court. All residents are evaluated for Home Care services when they move in. The fees are determined based on the number and complexity of services needed. Home Care base rate services include:

• home care aide on-site 24 hours a day
• home care registered nurse on campus weekdays and on-call 24 hours a day
• nurse liaison with health care professionals
• nurse supervisory visit every other month
• nurse coordination of laboratory requests
• maintenance of clinical record information by nurse
• response by home care aide for unanticipated, non-health-related calls
• monthly wellness blood pressure and weight checks.

Additional nurse and home care aide services may be purchased, including lab draws, nurse evaluation for emergencies or change in condition, and miscellaneous resident-requested services.

Benedict Court Floor Plans (dimensions are approximate)

Floor plan A shown above, approximately 428 square feet.
One-bedroom apartments range from 428 to 545 square feet.




Floor plan E shown above, approximately 528 square feet.
Two-bedroom apartments range from 528 to 784 square feet.

For a personal introduction to our community or to schedule a tour, please call (320) 203-2747.