Vista Prairie at Windmill Ponds

09/24/2025

We Need Your Help!

Windmill Ponds has been nominated for Best Senior Living and Assisted Living Community, and we’d be honored to have your vote! Voting Closes September 28th.
If you’ve experienced the warmth, care, and community joy here at Windmill Ponds, whether as a resident, family member, visitor, or friend we’d love your support.

🗳️ Click the link below to cast your vote and help us continue making a difference in the lives of our residents every day!

https://www.echopress.com/community/contests-auctions/best-of-the-best-alexandria-2025?fbclid=IwY2xjawM2kzNleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFqWU9LdlJETFlBcUZQa0kwAR4nirtKM2S6jBz_E0_Qm14qPWI5JJVwtl6YnIJCBVAblwAl4pge4WWq_WGZig_aem_bI41XCKty-_GaEh04T1wzA #/gallery/?group=521927

Your chance to support your local favorites by nominating and voting for them in a variety of categories.

09/22/2025

🎨 Coloring, Creativity & Connection

There’s something calming and joyful about putting color to paper — and our residents know how to make it fun! Whether it’s intricate designs or simple sketches, creative coloring brings smiles, conversation, and a splash of personality to the day.

It’s more than just art it’s a way to relax, express, and enjoy time together in our vibrant community.

09/19/2025

Happy Environmental Services Week!

This week, we celebrate the incredible dedication and hard work of our Environmental Services team! 💚🧹🧼

Your commitment to keeping our spaces clean, safe, and welcoming makes a difference every single day. Whether it's behind the scenes or front and center, your efforts help create a healthy and comfortable environment for everyone in our community.

Thank you for all that you do! You truly are the unsung heroes of our organization!

09/18/2025

🥐🍓 Farmers Breakfast at Windmill Ponds! 🍳🥔
We’re serving up a delicious start to the day with our Farmers Breakfast featuring flaky croissants, golden hash browns, and fresh seasonal fruit.

There’s nothing like good food and great company to kick off the morning. Experience the warm hospitality and vibrant community here at Windmill Ponds!

09/17/2025

🃏 Game On at Windmill Ponds!

There’s nothing like a good card game to bring people together and our residents know how to keep the fun going! Whether it’s a friendly round of cribbage, bridge, or rummy, the laughter and camaraderie around the table are what make our community so vibrant.

It’s more than just cards it’s connection, tradition, and joy.

09/16/2025

We Need Your Help!

Windmill Ponds has been nominated for Best Senior Living and Assisted Living Community, and we’d be honored to have your vote!
If you’ve experienced the warmth, care, and community joy here at Windmill Ponds, whether as a resident, family member, visitor, or friend we’d love your support.

🗳️ Click the link below to cast your vote and help us continue making a difference in the lives of our residents every day!

https://www.echopress.com/community/contests-auctions/best-of-the-best-alexandria-2025?fbclid=IwY2xjawM2kzNleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFqWU9LdlJETFlBcUZQa0kwAR4nirtKM2S6jBz_E0_Qm14qPWI5JJVwtl6YnIJCBVAblwAl4pge4WWq_WGZig_aem_bI41XCKty-_GaEh04T1wzA #/gallery/?group=521927

Your chance to support your local favorites by nominating and voting for them in a variety of categories.

09/16/2025

🌿 You're Invited: Hospice 101 with Alana 🌿

Join us for an informative and compassionate session led by Alana, Care Transition Coordinator from St. Croix Hospice. Learn how hospice care supports patients and families with dignity and grace.

📅 Thursday, Sept. 18th
🕑 2 – 3 PM
📍 Windmill Ponds – 715 Victor St, Alexandria, MN

What You’ll Learn:
When hospice is appropriate
What services hospice provides
How hospice care improves quality of life
Coverage by Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurance
Open to the public — enjoy Roer's pie bites while you learn!

09/15/2025

🍽️ Ready for Supper.

Our dining room is set and waiting for tonight’s supper crowd! At Windmill Ponds, mealtime is more than just food — it’s a chance to gather, share stories, and enjoy the warmth of a vibrant community.

Residents enjoy:
Chef-prepared meals with rotating menus
Options tailored to individual tastes and dietary needs
A welcoming atmosphere that feels like home
Friendly faces and meaningful conversation
We’re proud to offer a dining experience that nourishes both body and spirit.

09/12/2025

🧺 Fresh, Clean & Convenient – Times Six!
Did you know Windmill Ponds has six beautifully decorated laundry rooms throughout our community? Each one is thoughtfully designed with cozy lounge areas and cheerful decor to make laundry day feel a little more like home.

✅ No coins or cards needed — free to use for all residents!
✅ Easy access from every wing
✅ A great place to chat while getting things done

It’s just one of the many ways Windmill Ponds makes daily living more comfortable and community-focused.

09/11/2025

🇺🇸 Today at Windmill Ponds, we pause together to remember September 11, 2001. Our flags and banners stand as a tribute to the lives lost, the heroes who served, and the strength of our nation.

As a community, we honor their memory and carry forward the spirit of unity that shines brightest in times of hardship. May we never forget.

09/10/2025

🙏 A Peaceful Place for Reflection 🕊

Our chapel at Windmill Ponds is a quiet, welcoming space where residents can gather for worship, reflection, and moments of peace. Whether attending a service or simply enjoying the serenity, the chapel is a meaningful part of our community.

It’s one of the many ways we support the spiritual well-being of those who call Windmill Ponds home.

09/09/2025

🌅 A Serene View from Above 🌿

Take a look at this beautiful aerial view of Windmill Ponds, nestled beside peaceful Lake Connie. Our Memory Care and Care Suites community offers a warm, supportive environment where residents enjoy comfort, connection, and scenic surroundings every day.

Whether you're looking for compassionate memory care or care suite, Windmill Ponds is a place where families find peace of mind and residents feel at home.

📞 320.759.2132 Call us today to learn more or schedule a tour — we’d love to show you around!