Edina is one of the most established and prestigious communities in the Twin Cities, a south metro suburb defined by its beautiful neighborhoods, Southdale Center, and consistently high standards in every aspect of community life. Edina families expect the best, and when it comes to memory care for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, The Moments delivers it.
Located in Lakeville, approximately 25 to 35 minutes south of Edina via I-35W, The Moments is the Twin Cities’ most innovative and compassionate dedicated memory care and enhanced assisted living community. Families from Edina, Richfield, Hopkins, and the south metro choose The Moments because the standard of care here simply cannot be found anywhere closer to home.
Edina families come to The Moments expecting excellence, and they find it.
Why Edina Families Choose The Moments
Edina families are accustomed to quality in every aspect of life, and they recognize it immediately at The Moments. From the thoughtful design of our campus to the warmth and expertise of our care team, every element of The Moments reflects a commitment to excellence that resonates deeply with Edina families.
Founded by Elizabeth Wright, The Moments was built to be the memory care community that did not exist when her own family members needed it most. That founding mission drives everything about how we care for our residents: with love, expertise, and relentless attention to the individual.
What Edina Families Find at The Moments
- A purpose-built 92-suite campus designed by experts in memory care architecture and dementia environments
- Staff trained specifically in Alzheimer’s and dementia care, with low turnover and genuine relationships with residents
- Care plans developed individually from scratch, built around each resident’s history, personality, and preferences
- Rich evidence-based daily programming that creates meaningful, joyful experiences
- Transparent, proactive communication with families throughout the residency
- Beautiful campus with outdoor spaces including the private Jane’s Garden nature center
Memory Care Services for Edina Residents
The Moments provides specialized memory care and enhanced assisted living for individuals living with all forms of cognitive decline, including:
- Alzheimer’s disease at all stages, from early through late
- Vascular dementia
- Lewy body dementia
- Frontotemporal dementia
- Parkinson’s disease dementia
- Early-onset and younger-onset dementia
- Mixed dementia
Our care approach is built on the understanding that every resident is a complete individual with a rich life story. Our intake process is designed to capture that story so that every aspect of their experience at The Moments honors who they are.
Comparing Memory Care Options Near Edina
Edina and the south metro have a range of senior care options for families navigating a dementia diagnosis. When evaluating communities, the most important distinctions to understand are these:
What to Look for in a Memory Care Community
- Dedicated vs. combined: Is the entire community focused on memory care, or is it one program within a larger assisted living facility?
- Staff expertise: Are all staff specifically trained in dementia care, or only those in a designated memory unit?
- Physical design: Was the building purpose-built for cognitive decline, with secure environments and calming aesthetics?
- Programming: Is the daily schedule built on clinical evidence about what supports quality of life in those with dementia?
- Family communication: How transparent and proactive is the community in keeping families informed?
At The Moments, the answer to all of these questions reflects our entire organizational commitment to memory care as a single, unified focus.
Daily Life and Enrichment at The Moments
Life at The Moments is full of purpose, warmth, and genuine engagement. Our programming is grounded in clinical evidence and in the deep personal knowledge our team develops about each individual resident.
- Music Therapy: a clinically proven approach to accessing memory and elevating mood in those with dementia
- Sensory Programming: multi-sensory experiences carefully designed for engagement and emotional regulation
- Nature and Garden Therapy in Jane’s Garden: outdoor wellness and exploration in a private, beautiful setting
- Art and Creative Expression: programs that honor every resident’s creative spirit
- Wildlife Therapy: animal interactions that bring warmth, joy, and comfort
- The Adventure Club: supervised community outings for more independent residents
- Personalized Dining: chef-prepared meals that celebrate individual tastes, preferences, and nutrition
Getting Here from Edina
The Moments is located at 16258 Kenyon Avenue, Lakeville, MN 55044. From Edina, take I-494 East to I-35W South, or simply head south on I-35W from France Avenue. Exit at Kenyon Avenue in Lakeville. The drive is typically 25 to 35 minutes depending on your starting point and traffic.
Edina families tell us the commute is simple and quickly becomes part of their routine. The clarity of knowing their loved one is receiving the region’s finest memory care makes every visit a moment to look forward to.
Schedule a Tour from Edina
Edina families are warmly invited to come see The Moments in person. Our tours are thorough, unhurried, and designed to give you an honest picture of what daily life looks like for our residents.
We look forward to meeting you, learning about your loved one, and helping you navigate this important decision with confidence. 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 Edina, MN
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How far is The Moments from Edina, MN?
The Moments is in Lakeville, approximately 25 to 35 minutes from Edina via I-35W South. The drive is straightforward and many Edina families visit their loved ones multiple times per week.
What is the best memory care community near Edina?
The Moments in Lakeville is consistently regarded as the premier dedicated memory care community in the Twin Cities, serving families from Edina, Richfield, Bloomington, Eden Prairie, and the broader south metro.
What is the difference between memory care and a nursing home?
Memory care is specifically designed for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia, with a focus on cognitive engagement, emotional wellbeing, a residential environment, and programming tailored to the needs of those with cognitive decline. Nursing homes and skilled nursing facilities serve a broader population with higher medical acuity needs. Memory care communities like The Moments provide a more personalized, homelike experience with programming designed specifically for those with memory loss.
Does The Moments offer enhanced assisted living for Edina residents?
Yes. In addition to specialized memory care, The Moments offers enhanced assisted living for residents who require a higher level of personal care and medical support. Both programs are delivered within the same beautiful, purpose-built campus environment.
How do I know which level of care is right for my loved one?
Contact us to speak with a member of our care team. We will take the time to learn about your loved one’s current diagnosis, functional abilities, and daily support needs, and help you understand which program at The Moments is the best fit. There is no charge for this conversation, and there is no obligation.
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