




Brookside Senior Living
2729 Paul Bunyan State Trail, Pine River, MN 56474
Due North Assisted Living offers a unique and heartfelt approach to assisted living by integrating natural beauty and serene settings into their community atmosphere. Situated in both Pine River and Backus, Minnesota, Due North provides two distinct homes—Brookside Senior Living and Farmside Senior Living—that offer residents an outdoorsy and nurturing environment. These residences are particularly appealing to those with a fondness for nature, whether it's gardening or enjoying the sight of local wildlife. The facilities emphasize a caring, community-focused atmosphere with amenities such as 24-hour care service, on-call nursing, and support for daily living activities. The community places a strong value on creating a home-like environment, especially for those in the end stages of life, as evidenced by their recently opened hospice suite, "Restful Hearts." Brookside Senior Living, located in Pine River, Minnesota, is a cozy 15-bed home that caters to individuals who appreciate outdoor living. Situated directly on the Paul Bunyan Trail and alongside the Pine River, it features beautiful gardens and abundant wildlife. In Backus, Minnesota, Farmside Senior Living offers a 13-bed remodeled farmhouse surrounded by giant oak trees, gardens, and barns, complete with an aviary and farm animals, providing a unique farm-living experience. Both locations boast an inviting atmosphere with private rooms, spacious public areas for residents, and beautiful views of nature. The community details highlight the thoughtful integration of natural beauty and homey comforts, fostering a tranquil and welcoming environment for all residents.
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Amenities
Due North Assisted Living provides a rich assortment of amenities aimed at ensuring residents' comfort and satisfaction. These include private rooms with bathrooms and showers, spacious common areas, and wraparound porches overlooking flower and vegetable gardens. Residents can enjoy a walk-in jetted tub for relaxation, and services such as housekeeping, laundry, medication management, and satellite television are available for convenience. Outdoor amenities are plentiful, with patio and garden walkways offering opportunities for outdoor activity and leisure. Additionally, the community's inclusive service package covers necessities like three daily meals, snacks, parking, and a call system for emergencies, ensuring that all residents feel well-cared for and secure.



Amenities
- 15-bed home
- Paul Bunyan Trail
- Pine River
- 13-bed farmhouse
- Private rooms
- Spacious public areas
- Giant oak trees
- Gardens
- Barns
- Aviary
- Farm animals
- Private rooms
- Bathrooms and showers
- Common areas
- Wraparound porches
- Gardens
- Walk-in jetted tub
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Medication management
- Satellite television
- Patio
- Garden walkways
- Three daily meals
- Snacks
- Parking
- Call system
Activities
Activities
The activity program at Due North Assisted Living is both vibrant and varied, managed by a full-time activities director. Activities are scheduled daily across each facility for 3-4 hours, promising engaging and enriching experiences for all residents. Examples of activities include Bingo, chair exercises, social hours, worship music, and bean bag sessions, among others. Residents can also partake in bible study, painting, crafts, movie nights, and mentally stimulating games such as Think Fast and Wheel of Fortune. For those who love the outdoors, opportunities for outdoor walks and sports games are provided. The presence of live music events, personal outings, and church services adds to the extensive list of social and recreational opportunities available, ensuring that residents have ample stimulation and engagement.



Amenities
- Full-time activities director
- Bingo
- Chair exercises
- Social hours
- Worship music
- Bean bag sessions
- Bible study
- Painting
- Crafts
- Movie nights
- Mentally stimulating games
- Outdoor walks
- Sports games
- Live music events
- Personal outings
- Church services


