"A Reason To Hope" | Quilt Raffle

Heart to Home and Timberworks Renovations Inc. will be raffling a homemade quilt. Raffle tickets cost $5 and all proceeds will be donated to the Alzheimer's Association. To purchase a raffle ticket please visit us during our open house (the quilt will be on display) March 28 (1-7pm), 29 (12-6pm) and 30th (12-6pm) or call (651) 485-8738. The winner will be drawn during the first week of April. The winner's name will be posted on this blog and will also be contacted directly to claim their beautiful prize!

A special thanks to my mom, Margaret Moxley, for donating this beautiful quilt...

Here's a view of both the front and back (blue side) of the quilt. This quilt was hand crafted and quilted. The quilting details are spectacular!

This will be a wonderful quilt to snuggle up with...

This is dedicated to all those that have been affected by Alzheimer's Disease.

Mendota Manor | Two Weeks to Open House!

We're two weeks from the open house / Parade of Homes Remodelors Showcase tour! This week we installed most of the lighting, tile, granite counter tops and are preparing for the grand opening.

Here's a view of the large great room.

Here you can see the new tile floors, oak vanity (which is wheel chair accessible) and the lighting.

Here is 1 of 3 roll-in showers.

The large laundry room has ample storage and beautiful tile floors.

A view of the library complete with oak columns, built-in book shelves and stone fireplace.

This is the large main bathroom which features a soaking tub and a roll-in shower. All showers have adjustable shower heads with flexible attachments, which allows us to easily bathe residents who might have a fear of showers and/or bathing.

A view of the kitchen and great room. The granite has beautiful coloring which ties in all the colors of the home.

Another view of the spacious kitchen. The oak cabinets feature under cabinet lighting and the kitchen was designed in a U-shape so that residents can help the staff prepare cookies and other household favorites.

A view of the granite counter tops.

The exterior of Mendota Manor is finally thawing! When the weather allows, we will finish the landscaping, plant gardens, add a driveway and walkway. It will be a gorgeous exterior.

Mendota Manor | One Month to Grand Opening!

Heart to Home's new memory care home, Mendota Manor, is 1 month away from it's grand opening!

Come tour Mendota Manor during the
'Spring Parade of Homes Remodelors Showcase'
Friday March 28 - 1-7 pm
Saturday March 29 - 12-6 pm
Sunday March 30 - 12-6 pm

Here is a view of the beautiful Mendota Manor.

This is a view of the large great-room, with oak cabinets. In the next week or two the flooring will go in and we'll be ready for the stainless steel appliances, granite counter tops and lighting.

This is a view of one of the private showers located in one of our luxury memory care suites.

Here is the gas fireplace in the library sitting area. This room will feature wood floors with in-floor heat and built-in oak bookcases.

This is a view of one of the private bathrooms featuring a handicap accessible vanity.

Here is Heart to Home's new top of the line stainless steel LG fridge.

Last, but not least, the large main bathroom. The main bathroom is complete with bathtub, wheel-in shower, in-floor heat and tile throughout.

Mendota Manor | Call to Schedule a Tour!

Welcome to Mendota Manor!

Here is a great view of the Wirsbo in-floor heat coils. Notice that the entire home has in-floor heat. This will feel great during long Minnesota winters.

Here is the library sitting area complete with gas fireplace. The gas fireplace will be surrounded in stone. The wall colors throughout the home are rich earth tones used to relax, calm and sooth our residents.

Here is a view of one of the front bedroom suites with in-floor heat. This suite has wonderful views of the front yard and neighborhood.

Here is a view of the crown molding in one of the suites... No detail was overlooked.

Here is the 'north woods' four season porch finished in knotty pine to give it a welcoming northern Minnesota feel... A perfect place to reminisce. Notice the beautiful views of the pine trees in the backyard. There will also be bird feeders located around the windows for residents to enjoy.

A view of the backyard from the four season porch.

Another view of the in-floor heat located throughout the home.

A view of one of the suites located in the back of the home. These suites have excellent views of the gardens and lush trees in the backyard.

Here is the lower level office... The lower level is going to be wonderful! It will be a great place for grandchildren to play, for friends and family to gather and for staff in-service training.

Starting to Feel Like a Home...

Here is Heart to Home's new lower level office! It provides ample space for meetings, document storage and an egress window in case of emergencies.

Here you can see the Wirsbo in-floor heating system. There will be seven zones throughout the home that can be adjusted to meet our resident needs.

Here are the two large water heaters... There will never be a shortage of warm baths and showers!

This is a view of the large lower level activities area. Notice the egress window for safety.

Here is another view of the large lower level activity area.

This is a view of one of the suites complete with great views, large spaces for resident enjoyment and private bathrooms.

This is a view from the kitchen toward the front entryway. We placed a wall directly in front of the front entry way to help discourage resident elopement and have made all bedroom entrances visible from the kitchen which allows Heart to Home staff to safely and effectively monitor residents. These are just some of the many examples of our commitment to safety and design for those with memory care needs.

This is a view of the "north woods" four season porch. Notice the knotty pine woodwork, large windows with views of the backyard gardens / trees and the high vaulted ceilings. This will be a wonderful gathering space for residents and their friends and families.

This is a view of the library sitting area. It features a gas fireplace and ample space to relax and enjoy afternoon tea / coffee and snacks.

Here is a good view of the four season "north woods" porch, the future kitchen and one of the entry ways to the bedroom / suite. Each suite has a location for a memory board where residents and their families will be able to post all of their wonderful life memories, pictures of friends and family, life accomplishments etc... Memory boards play an integral role at Heart to Home as they help our staff to get to know the residents better and allow us to develop a deep meaningful relationship with our residents.

Here is a view of one of the suites at Mendota Manor.

Here you can see Mendota Manor at her finest. It won't be long before we're open!

Here is a view of the large backyard. This will be a wonderful space for summer picnics, barbecues and gatherings.

Mendota Manor Now Has Roof, Walls & Windows!

Here's Mendota Manor with windows, a roof and some siding. Notice the nice front porch / patio sitting areas.

Here you can see the main bathroom with a large bathtub and a wheel-in handicap accessible shower.

This is a view of the lower level. Notice the in-floor heating coils that are being installed. The in-floor heat will be installed throughout the home and will keep our residents feet nice and toasty in the winter.

Here's Mendota Manor's library area. There will be two large columns separating this room from the living room. This will be a perfect place for our residents to enjoy an afternoon of fun with friends and family.

Here's Mendota Manor's "north wood's" four season porch. Notice the nice views of the backyard where residents will be able to enjoy activities, bird watching and views of their gardens.

This is a view of the living room / front door from the kitchen area. We designed the home so that our 24 hour staff can have an easy view of all the resident's suites... allowing us to quickly tend to all our residents' needs.

Last, but not least, a view of the home from the backyard. Again, the backyard will be fully fenced (tall cedar fencing) and secured and will be a wonderful place to host afternoon barbecues with family and friends.