
SHORT-TERM RESPITE CARE IN SHAKOPEE, MN
Supportive, compassionate care and comfort
Benedictine The Garden’s respite care provides older adults with short-term support:
- Before returning home after a hospital stay or rehabilitation
- While receiving out-patient therapy services
- When hospice at home is not possible
Respite care also supports family caregivers by offering a compassionate, safe and socially enriching environment for short-term care. While on vacation or attending to other needs, family can rest easy knowing their loved ones are experiencing high-quality care.
Benedictine The Gardens respite services include the following:

Campus Amenities
- Private furnished two-bedroom apartment with full kitchen and full bath with walk-in shower (utilities and public Wi-Fi included)
- Three delicious meals, plus snacks, served daily
- Housekeeping and laundry services
- Full use of common spaces: dining room, chapel, activity room and social lounge
- Use of landscaped grounds with courtyard, patio, walking paths and gazebo
- Use of spa and massage jets
- Directly connected to St. Francis Regional Medical Center

Care Services
- Licensed nursing care
- Nurse liaison with healthcare professionals
- Daily well-being checks
- Care staff on site 24/7
- 24-hour pendant system and response to calls for assitance
- Personal care (dressing, bathing, diabetic management, etc.)

Life Enrichment
- Thoughtfully planned schedule of entertainment, social, educational and recreational activities
- Spiritual care staff by dedicated chaplain, Catholic mass and interfaith worship services
- Person-centered wellness programs
For a personal consultation, call (952) 233-4488 or complete our online form.