Expert Care
On-site Nursing Team
SilverCreek on Main in Maple Grove, MN, offers expert care for our residents living in assisted living and Dementia Care Neighborhoods, including an exceptional on-site nursing team. Our senior living community offers registered nursing on-site 40 hrs/week during business hours M-F or on call 24/7. Providing excellent clinical and personal care for our residents is our top priority to ensure our residents are well cared for. Our registered nurse and team provide:
Resident Assessments. Each resident is assessed for their medical and care needs before move-in, and an additional assessment will occurs at 14 days after move-in. We also assess resident care needs quarterly and after injury, serious illness or hospitalization.
Resident Care Plans. Residents will have an ongoing care plan that is developed and updated by our care staff – the plan will be shared with and available to designated family members.
Monitor Medications and Care. Our nurses will assist with coordinating each assisted living resident’s health care and provide medication regimen oversight.
Medical Resource. We provide 24-hour a day of medically supervised care – a nurse is available to our care staff in person or by phone day or night.
On-site Resident Assistants
SilverCreek on Main has Resident Assistants on-staff 24-hours a day to provide personal senior care services for our 55 and up living community. Our on-site home care services for our residents may include:
Dressing and grooming
Bathing assistance
Incontinence and catheter management
Medication administration and management
Meal-time assistance
Cues and safety checks
Resident transfer and ambulation
Escorts to activities in the building
Diabetes and injection management
The above list is not all-inclusive – each resident may have different services included with their senior care plan, personalized to their needs.
The Reflections Dementia Care Program at SilverCreek on Main has specialized care and services to those with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia or other memory impairments. Our Resident Assistants and staff at SilverCreek on Main in Maple Grove are dedicated to providing our residents with exceptional care for their specific needs for the best quality of life.
Expert Care Team
Emily Jass
Director of Reflections
Emily Jass
Director of Reflections
What sparked your desire to work with those living with dementia?
I started my career as a Music Therapist and soon realized that music was extremely successful with patients that had Alzheimer’s Disease.
What training or education helped prepare you for this career?
I graduated with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Music Therapy from Augsburg College in Minneapolis. Over the past 20 years, I have taken many courses about dementia and most recently became a Certified Dementia Practitioner.
How would you describe the job of “Reflections Director”?
The Reflections Director role really sets the tone of the neighborhood. I team together to work with the nursing staff to support the care of the residents while also planning meaningful activities for the residents. The Reflections Director also works with the families to provide dementia education and support for their loved one living in Reflections.
What are your residents top 3 favorite activities?
Music, Exercise, and anything that will make us laugh.
What is your favorite activity to participate in with residents?
I am a Music Therapist by trade, so naturally I love doing music activities with the residents.
How do prospective residents and their families know it is time to move to Dementia Care?
Many families know it is time to move their loved one to dementia care because they start to feel the stress of being a caregiver when their loved one needs more care than they can provide. We recognize the importance of finding a supportive and safe environment for residents that are ready for that next step.
What are the benefits of moving to a dementia care neighborhood versus trying to take care of a loved
one on your own?
One of the greatest benefits of moving your loved one to a dementia care neighborhood is that you get to focus on being the spouse/daughter/son/family member instead of trying to be the caregiver. Your loved one benefits from having scheduled activities along with a supportive environment to promote independence and socialization.
What one thing do you wish prospective families knew?
I wish prospective families knew how passionate our team is about caring for residents with dementia. We will support you through the entire journey.
What makes your community stand out from the competition?
SilverCrest Communities stand out from the competition because they recognize the importance of exceptional dementia care and devote a position like the Director of Reflections to specialize in dementia support for residents, staff and families.
More About Emily…
I grew up on a farm in the small town of Windom, MN. I have 1 older sister, Jennie and 1 younger brother, Jeff. My parents, George and Pam, are the sweetest people on earth and instilled a good work ethic in us at a young age on the farm while filling our home with love. I met my husband, Michael, for the first time in elementary school and we were married years later after high school. We have 3 beautiful children: Austin (17), Carter (13), & Makayla (11). I graduated from Augsburg College in Minneapolis with a Bachelor or Science Degree in Music Therapy. I have been working in senior housing for over 20 years, specializing in people with Alzheimer’s Disease.
What are you most proud of?
I feel so blessed and proud to be a mom to 3 amazing kids- Austin, Carter, and Makayla.
Do you have pets?
I have 1 dog named Minnie (inspired after our trip to Disney World), 1 cat named Izzy and 1 parakeet named Kona (inspired after our trip to Hawaii)
Favorite Movie?
Christmas with the Kranks
Favorite TV Show?
Friends
Favorite Book?
My favorite book is a children’s book called “Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good Very
Bad Day”.
Favorite Sports Team(s)?
MN Twins and Vikings
Top 2 favorite bands?
Taylor Swift
80’s bands like Aerosmith
Top travel destination on your list?
Hawaii
If you could have a superpower – which one would you choose and why?
I would love to have the superpower of time travel so I could meet some of my residents when they were younger.
Tell us one thing about yourself that would surprise your residents?
I’m a farmgirl.
Do you have a favorite resident memory or story?
I was leading a singalong for our Family Night a few years ago to showcase some of the activities we provide our residents in Reflections. One of the residents who rarely speaks was able to start singing. Their son told me after the activity was over that he could not believe his mom was able to sing. He was so thankful that he could see this side of things and felt confident knowing his mom was receiving personalized care in our community.
Andrea “GLADYS” Aakre
Director of Homecare Services
Andrea “GLADYS” Aakre
Director of Homecare Services
A little about your job…
I serve the residents in our community by overseeing the homecare part through Silvercare. As part of the Silvercreek team, I support a culture of positivity in our community so we can continue to put residents first, which makes them happy, their families happy, and the staff, too.
What sparked your desire to work in a senior living community?
I was very close to my grandparents, and my family instilled in me the virtue of caring for the elderly. In addition, my mom also has dementia, so caring for people with dementia makes me feel closer to my mom. I also I worked in different settings (hospitals, long term care, homecare, senior housing) throughout my career, and every time I had an elderly patient when I worked in the hospital, I would ask my colleague to switch with me so I get the elderly patient on my assigned group. I worked my way from being a nursing assistant to being an RN, and I love being a nurse! My dad actually wanted me to be an engineer, so I had 3 years of civil engineering before I switched to nursing, and I am glad that I did.
Did you go through any special training or education that helps with your current role?
In addition to being a Registered Nurse, I think having professional affiliation with Care Providers of Minnesota (CPM) has helped me grow into my role. I have been an active member of Care Providers of Minnesota for over a decade, was vice chair of the CPM Nurse Homecare Council before I was appointed to be the chairperson, which I served for over 5 years. I learned from attending CPM conventions, training, and networking. My experiences working in different types of settings have also helped mold me to serve my residents better. With age, also comes experience, wisdom, and maturity, and I think I have reached a point where I realize that I need to listen more. In addition, I had great mentors when I started my career. Furthermore, nurse extraordinaire, Pam, keeps me grounded and always reminds me about the value of patience and humility.
What is the best part of your workday?
Knowing that I made a difference in my resident’s life that day is the best part of my workday. Seeing them happy is so rewarding!
What is your favorite resident memory or story?
We had a client who was going to be 101 years old and her wish was to get in a swimsuit again and swim. She has not been in a swimsuit in decades. She had a vision impairment, too, and was on hospice. The team pulled together and made this happen. The smile on the client’s face while she got in the pool is a memory that I will never forget.
What makes your community stand out from your competition.
I think one can feel the positive vibe as soon as you walk into our community. You can sense that the staff truly care about being here, like they really want to work here. Our leadership team is top notch, starting with our executive director, Christine, who won “Best Boss Award” last year. We have a leader who leads by example, and it shows when the whole team works hard to put the residents’ needs first.
More About Gladys…
I feel lucky to be able to live and work in the city where I live. Living near your work has its advantages and disadvantages, but the good always outweigh the bad. I grew up in the Philippines, and migrated to Minnesota when I was 18, to attend college here. My dad had a job offer as a teacher and I had family in Maple Grove at that time, who had since moved to San Francisco because of the harsh winters here. I am married with 2 adult boys, ages 18 and 21, and I really miss being a hockey mom.
I obtained my AD in nursing from North Hennepin and my BSN from Augsburg College (now Augsburg University), and had been a nurse for over 24 years.
I enjoy being with my family and friends, and would love to travel and see the world while I am able because “travel is the only thing you buy that makes you richer.”
Favorite Movie?
The Breakfast Club, Schindler’s List, Shawshank Redemption
Favorite Book?
The Kite Runner by Khaleel Hosseini. This book makes you aware of the bigger picture in life, and not simply focusing on what just works best for you.
Favorite Sports Team(s)?
SKOL Vikings!!!
Favorite bands?
I’m a big 80’s fan, so Tears For Fears, Duran Duran, Pet Shop Boys, Spandau Ballet, Depeche Mode, and of course, Journey
Top travel destination on your list?
I am so glad I visited Paris and Rome right before Co Vid because that was my 2 top destinations. As a matter of fact, I just booked a cruise to visit Europe again in 2023 so I can visit the UK and France again, Ireland, Scotland, Belgium, and the Netherlands. I still look fonvard to visiting the Philippines to see my family, especially my mom who has dementia. The islands of Puerto Princesa and Coron in Palawan, Philippines are the closest to paradise you can imagine, especially Apulit island.
Do you have any pets?
A shih tzu I adore, named Tucker.
If you could have a superpower – which one would you choose and why?
I think I would like the power to time travel, look into the future or go back in time anytime I want. I want to be able to stop the time if I had that superpower. Nonetheless, I’m a nurse-I guess that’s a super power, too.
Tell us one thing about yourself that would surprise your residents?
I am the biggest baby when it comes to shots. I am absolutely petrified of needles, but I don’t mind administering them to others.
Jessica Gennow
Corporate Clinical Director
Jessica Gennow
Corporate Clinical Director
A little about your job…
I have the privilege to work with all the home care staff to ensure training, compliance, and quality are met. My job allows me to visit each site and work one on one with the resident assistants, nurses, and all members of our SilverCrest team.
What sparked your desire to work with seniors?
I started working with seniors while going to nursing school. I loved hearing all of their stories when I would provide care and during those times I realized that as a caregiver we had a chance to make a positive impact on every person’s day whether it was the resident or the family. I think that daily opportunity to make a difference is what has sparked my desire and what continues to drive me.
What are the most important qualities or factors someone should look for when searching for an assisted living community to provide care for themselves or someone they love?
The factors that I believe to be important are; trained staff that are happily engaged with the residents, exceptional customer service, and communication that flows easily between the resident, family and facility.
What special training/education do you have that helps you in your current role?
I think some of the most important unofficial training I have received has to be watching both of grandmothers have Alzheimer’s disease. I was able to see how that disease progressed from the family side long before realizing nursing was my passion. That education alone taught me a lot about how to communicate and care for those with memory loss but also how to help other families going through it. While on a waiting list to get into a nursing program I went and got my Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with a Biology minor and as soon as I graduated I went right into the nursing program to get my Registered Nursing license.
What is the best part of your workday?
The best part of my workday is when I get to see the staff and residents. When I get a chance to make them smile or help solve a problem that makes my day.
What is your favorite resident memory or story?
I had a couple that were moving from AZ to MN. They were planning to arrive on a Friday but due to an issue they were delayed and would not be coming until Sat. They had called and said the moving truck was also delayed and none of their furniture would be arriving for another week. They asked if we had sleeping bags or anything they could use just to get by. That day we took a couple hospital beds we had in storage, end tables from random places in the facility, a dining room table and chairs, bedding, TV, shower curtain, towels, even a coffee maker and got the room set up as best we could. That next Monday when I got to work I went to introduce myself in person as we had only talked via phone. They were so thankful and gave me the biggest hugs. We still keep in touch today and they still talk about how much they appreciated the unexpected help.
What makes SilverCrest communities stand out from the competition?
SilverCrest communities truly care about their residents and staff. It is not just a mission statement that only corporate executives know. It is an intrinsic drive through each site and each staff member to do the best we can for our customers. There are times we make mistakes because we are humans caring for other humans, but what sets us apart is we own it and will correct it. Other companies I have been with rarely take ownership of their weaknesses whereas we work hard to constantly be improving.
More About Jessica…
Favorite Movie?
The Notebook
Favorite Book?
The Secret Garden
Favorite Sports Team(s)?
Green Bay Packers
Favorite bands?
Anything old country (Waylon Jennings, Johnny Cash, Alabama)
Top travel destination on your list?
Iceland or Ireland
Do you have any pets?
7 cats, 3 dogs, 3 rabbits, 15 chickens and goldfish
If you could have a superpower – which one would you choose and why?
To slow or add time, I feel like as a working mom sometimes time just flies by. I wish I could do all the things I need to get done in a day and then have more hours to just enjoy the kids, travel and play.
Tell us one thing about yourself that would surprise your residents?
I enjoy riding dirtbikes
Therapy Services
Ascend Physical Therapy
At our SilverCreek on Main senior community, advanced physical therapy services are available on-site to provide rehabilitation for our full-time residents and respite and short-stay guests.
Physician Partners
Our physician partners offer medical advice and services to ensure our residents receive the best possible medical care at SilverCreek on Main in Maple Grove.
Hospice
Our staff at SilverCreek on Main in Maple Grove works with third-party Medicare Certified Hospice, and we offer palliative care through our Enhanced Assisted Living program.