Providing Comfort and Care for Every Resident
Minnetonka is a beautiful west metro community defined by its wooded neighborhoods, proximity to Lake Minnetonka, and a strong sense of community identity. Families here expect a thoughtful, high-quality approach to everything, including the care of a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia.
The Moments meets that expectation. Located in Lakeville, approximately 40 to 45 minutes from Minnetonka, The Moments offers the Twin Cities’ most compassionate and innovative memory care and enhanced assisted living. For Minnetonka families who want the very best for their loved one, The Moments is well worth the drive south on I-35W.
Every resident at The Moments is celebrated as an individual, moment by moment.
Why Minnetonka Families Choose The Moments
Minnetonka families are discerning, and they choose The Moments because the quality of our care and the beauty of our community are genuinely unlike anything else in the region. Our purpose-built 92-suite campus in Lakeville was designed from the ground up for individuals with Alzheimer’s and dementia, and it shows in every detail.
We are also planning a future campus in Wayzata, just minutes from Minnetonka on the shores of Lake Minnetonka. This expansion will bring The Moments experience even closer to west metro families. Contact us to stay informed about the Wayzata timeline.
What Minnetonka Families Find at The Moments
- A campus purpose-built for memory care, not adapted from another use
- Staff trained specifically in dementia communication, behavior support, and cognitive engagement
- Person-centered care plans built around each resident’s unique history, preferences, and personality
- Evidence-based daily programming that creates meaningful, joyful days
- Proactive family communication and a genuine partnership philosophy
- Secure, calming environment with beautiful outdoor spaces
Memory Care Services for Minnetonka Residents
The Moments provides specialized memory care and enhanced assisted living for individuals living with:
- Alzheimer’s disease at all stages
- Vascular dementia
- Lewy body dementia
- Frontotemporal dementia
- Parkinson’s disease dementia
- Early-onset and younger-onset dementia
- Mixed dementia
Our care approach is never formulaic. Before any resident moves in, our team takes meaningful time to understand who they are as a person. That understanding becomes the foundation for their individualized care plan and daily experience at The Moments.
Memory Care vs. Assisted Living: A Guide for Minnetonka Families
When a loved one is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, Minnetonka families often encounter a broad range of senior living options. Understanding the key distinctions helps families make a confident, informed decision.
Dedicated Memory Care
- Exclusively designed for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, or other cognitive decline
- Every staff member trained in dementia-specific care, not just those in a dedicated unit
- Physical environments built for cognitive decline, with secure perimeters and calming design
- Programming specifically designed to support brain health, emotional regulation, and quality of life
Assisted Living with a Memory Care Unit
- Serves a broader population, with memory care as one of several specialty areas
- Dementia-specific staff training may be limited to the memory care unit
- Physical environment is designed for general assisted living, not exclusively for cognitive decline
At The Moments, there is no division between memory care and the rest of the community. Memory care is everything we do, for every resident, every day.
Daily Life and Enrichment Programs
A day at The Moments is designed to be purposeful, connected, and genuinely enjoyable. Our programming draws on clinical research and on our deep knowledge of each individual resident.
- Music Therapy: proven to access long-term memory and reduce anxiety in those with dementia
- Sensory Programming: multi-sensory experiences tailored for engagement and emotional calm
- Nature and Garden Therapy in Jane’s Garden: outdoor exploration in a beautiful, secure setting
- Art and Creative Expression: celebrating each resident’s creativity and individuality
- Wildlife Therapy: animal-assisted interactions that bring joy and comfort
- The Adventure Club: supervised outings to community destinations for more independent residents
- Personalized Dining: chef-prepared meals honoring individual tastes and nutritional needs
Getting Here from Minnetonka
The Moments is located at 16258 Kenyon Avenue, Lakeville, MN 55044. From Minnetonka, take I-494 East to I-35W South, exiting at Kenyon Avenue in Lakeville. The drive is approximately 40 to 45 minutes under normal traffic conditions.
We understand this is a longer commute for some Minnetonka families. We want to be direct: many families tell us the drive quickly becomes routine, and that the quality of life their loved one experiences at The Moments makes every mile worth it. We also offer virtual tours and phone consultations to help families connect before making the trip.
Additionally, our planned Wayzata campus will provide a much closer option for Minnetonka and western Lake Minnetonka communities. Contact us for details on timing and availability.
Choosing Memory Care Near Minnetonka
As you evaluate memory care options for a loved one in Minnetonka or the west metro, consider these key factors:
- Is this a dedicated memory care community or a memory care unit within a larger facility?
- How are all staff trained specifically in dementia care?
- What does a typical day look like for a resident in terms of structured programming?
- How individualized is the care plan process, and how often are plans reviewed?
- How will our family be kept informed and involved in our loved one’s care?
- Can I see the community’s most recent Minnesota Department of Health inspection report?
Schedule a Tour from Minnetonka
We warmly invite Minnetonka families to visit The Moments for a personal tour. Our tours are unhurried, thorough, and designed to give you a genuine feel for what daily life looks like for our residents.
Come meet the team, walk through the campus, and let us learn about your loved one. There is no pressure and no obligation, only a genuine conversation with people who care.
Call or Contact Us to Schedule a Tour: (952) 915-1515
Frequently Asked Questions: Memory Care Near Minnetonka, MN
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How far is The Moments from Minnetonka, MN?
The Moments is in Lakeville, approximately 40 to 45 minutes from Minnetonka via I-494 East and I-35W South. We are also planning a future campus in Wayzata that will be much closer to Minnetonka and western Twin Cities communities. Contact us for updates.
Will The Moments have a location closer to Minnetonka in the future?
Yes. The Moments is developing a future campus in Wayzata, which will be convenient for Minnetonka, Excelsior, Deephaven, Orono, and other Lake Minnetonka communities. Contact us to be added to our interest list for the Wayzata location.
What is the difference between memory care and assisted living near Minnetonka?
Memory care is a specialized form of senior living exclusively for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia. Every aspect of a dedicated memory care community is designed for this population: the staff training, the physical environment, and the daily programming. At The Moments, memory care is our entire focus, not one service among many.
Does The Moments accept residents from Minnetonka?
Yes. We serve families from across the Twin Cities metro, including Minnetonka, Wayzata, Excelsior, Eden Prairie, and the broader west metro. Contact us to discuss availability and to schedule a personal tour.
What should I look for when touring memory care communities near Minnetonka?
Look for dedicated memory care expertise, low staff turnover, a purpose-built physical environment, evidence-based programming, and a transparent approach to family communication. During any tour, do not hesitate to ask to see the community’s most recent Minnesota Department of Health inspection report.
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