Willows Bend Senior Living at Fridley, MN

Willows Bend Senior Living

6455 University Ave NE, Fridley, MN 55432

About Willows Bend Senior Living

Willows Bend Senior Living Community, proudly managed by Ebenezer—a trusted non-profit provider of residential housing and health care since 1917 and part of Fairview Health Services—offers a warm and supportive environment where seniors can thrive. Located in the heart of Friendly-Fridley, Willows Bend provides a seamless continuum of care, allowing residents to age in place comfortably and confidently.

The community offers maintenance-free Independent Living, assisted living with comprehensive homemaking and personal care services, and a dedicated Memory Care neighborhood for individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia. This full range of services ensures residents receive the support they need while maintaining independence and dignity.

Willows Bend also provides convenient access to healthcare, situated next to M Health Fairview Clinic and Pharmacy. Residents can easily see primary care physicians and access on-site medical services when needed. A community shuttle makes trips around the area simple and stress-free, allowing residents to stay active and connected.

Life at Willows Bend focuses on comfort, wellness, and engagement. Residents enjoy an award-winning culinary program that offers chef-prepared meals, as well as inviting common spaces designed for socializing, relaxation, and participation in community activities. From fitness programs and enrichment opportunities to arts and social events, every day brings opportunities to connect, learn, and enjoy life.

Recognized for excellence, Willows Bend has been voted Best Independent and Assisted Living by U.S. News & World Report. The community combines professional care, thoughtful amenities, and a mission-driven approach to enrich the lives of every resident.

Care and support at Willows Bend Senior Living

Care available at Willows Bend Senior Living, Fridley, MN, includes:

  • Assisted Living: Help from trained staff with daily activities such as bathing, dressing and medication, in a social community setting.
  • Independent Living: Maintenance-free living for active older adults who don’t need daily care, with dining and activities on site.
  • Memory Care: Secure, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia, with structured daily routines.

Residents also have access to diabetic care, support for higher care needs, incontinence care, medication management and care for residents who are non-ambulatory. Ask the team how care plans are assessed and updated as needs change.

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Apartments and amenities

Living options at Willows Bend Senior Living include one-bedroom, two-bedroom and studio apartments, as well as semi-private rooms, with private bathrooms. Amenities include bathtubs, Wi-Fi and high-speed internet, wheelchair-accessible showers, air conditioning, cable or satellite TV, ground-floor apartments and accessible design. Shared spaces such as a meeting room, outdoor seating areas, a barber shop, an outdoor patio, a beauty salon and a central fireplace give residents room to relax and socialize.

Dining at Willows Bend Senior Living

Meals are provided for residents, with guest meals for visiting family, international cuisine, meals prepared by a professional chef, restaurant-style dining, room service and special dining programs. Special diets are catered for, including gluten-free, low-sodium, no-sugar, pureed and vegetarian meals. There is also a bar or pub and a private dining room for family occasions.

Lifestyle and activities

The activity calendar includes wine tasting, bridge club, reminiscence programs, trivia games, live dance or theater performances, Jewish services, Christian services, Bible study group and Catholic services, among 44 listed activities. Outings away from the community are offered as well. Facilities for recreation include an arts and crafts center, a fitness center, a game room, a movie theater room, a piano or organ and raised garden beds. Practical services include a visiting beautician, help with grocery shopping and errands, housekeeping and laundry service.

Willows Bend Senior Living is pet friendly, and cats and dogs are welcome. For getting around, the community offers complimentary transportation and easy access to public transit.

Senior living near Willows Bend Senior Living in Fridley, MN

Willows Bend Senior Living is located at 6455 University Ave NE, Fridley, MN 55432. To see how it compares with other local communities, explore senior living across Minnesota.

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Questions to ask when you visit Willows Bend Senior Living

  • What is included in the monthly fee, and what costs extra?
  • How are care needs assessed, and how often is the care plan reviewed?
  • What dementia training do memory care staff receive, and how are secure areas managed?
  • What is the staff-to-resident ratio during the day and overnight?
  • Can we join for a meal or an activity during the visit?

Frequently asked questions about Willows Bend Senior Living

What types of care does Willows Bend Senior Living offer?
Willows Bend Senior Living offers assisted living, independent living and memory care in Fridley, MN. Contact the community through this page to confirm current availability for each level of care.

What apartment types are available at Willows Bend Senior Living?
Willows Bend Senior Living offers one-bedroom, two-bedroom and studio apartments, as well as semi-private rooms. Availability changes often, so request current floor plans and pricing through this page.

Does Willows Bend Senior Living allow pets?
Yes. Willows Bend Senior Living is listed as pet friendly, with cats and dogs welcome. Ask the community about size limits, fees and pet policies before moving in.

Does Willows Bend Senior Living provide transportation?
Willows Bend Senior Living offers complimentary transportation and easy access to public transit. Confirm schedules and any costs for appointments and outings with the community.

Where is Willows Bend Senior Living located?
Willows Bend Senior Living is at 6455 University Ave NE, Fridley, MN 55432, in Fridley, Minnesota.

How much does Willows Bend Senior Living cost?
Pricing at Willows Bend Senior Living depends on the apartment type and level of care needed. Use the contact form on this page to request current pricing and availability. It is free and there is no obligation.

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Healthcare

  • Diabetic Care
  • High Acuity Care
  • Incontinence Care
  • Medication Management
  • Memory Care
  • Non-Ambulatory Care
  • Staffing & Ancillary Services

Additional Information about Willows Bend Senior Living

Rooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Semi-Private
  • Studio

Amenities

  • Air Conditioned
  • Bath Tubs
  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Full kitchen
  • Ground Floor Units
  • Handicap Accessible
  • Kitchenette
  • Private patio, deck, or balcony
  • Respite or Short Term Stays Offered
  • Wheelchair Accessible Showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet

Dining Venues

  • Bar or Pub
  • Private Dining Room

Meals

  • Gluten-free
  • Guest Meals
  • International Cuisine
  • Low / No Sodium
  • Meals Provided
  • No Sugar
  • Professional Chef
  • Pureed Meals
  • Restaurant Style Dining
  • Room Service
  • Special Dining Programs
  • Vegetarian

Shared Spaces

  • Barber Shop
  • Beauty Salon
  • Central Fireplace
  • Indoor Common Areas
  • Library
  • Meeting Room
  • Outdoor Common Areas
  • Outside Patio
  • Private Bath
  • TV Lounge

Services

  • Beautician
  • Grocery Shopping and Errands
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service / Drycleaning

Recreation

  • Arts and Crafts Center
  • Fitness Center
  • Game Room
  • Movie or Theater Room
  • Piano or Organ
  • Raised Garden Beds

Activities

  • Activities Off-site
  • Activities On-site
  • Art Classes
  • BBQs or Picnics
  • Bible Study Group
  • Birthday Parties
  • Book Club
  • Brain fitness / Dakim
  • Bridge Club
  • Cards / Pinochle Club
  • Catholic Services
  • Christian Services
  • Community Service Organizations
  • Community Service Programs
  • Cooking Classes
  • Cooking Club
  • Current Events Club
  • Dances
  • Day Trips and Outings
  • Devotional Activities Offsite
  • Devotional Activities On-Site
  • Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
  • Gardening Club
  • Happy Hour
  • Holiday Parties
  • Intergenerational Programs
  • Jewish Services
  • Karaoke
  • Light Therapy Programs
  • Live Dance or Theater Performances
  • Live Musical Performances
  • Live Well Programs
  • Men's Club
  • Montessori Programs
  • Other Religious Services
  • Pet-focused Programs
  • Protestant Services
  • Reminiscence Programs
  • Resident Band or Musicians
  • Sensory-based Programs
  • Stretching Classes
  • Trivia Games
  • Visiting Chaplain or Priest
  • Walking Club
  • Wine Tasting
  • Yoga / Chair Yoga

Languages

  • English

Transportation

  • Complimentary Transportation
  • Property Convenient to Public Transit

Parking

  • Covered Parking
  • Resident Parking
  • Uncovered Parking

Pets

  • Cats
  • Dogs
  • Pet Friendly

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