Community profile

Birchwood Cottages - Owatonna

1905 Austin Rd, Owatonna, MN

Memory CareAssisted Living

About the community

About Birchwood Cottages - Owatonna

Specializing in memory care, Birchwood Cottages is nestled in a vibrantly green area with suburban vibes in Owatonna, Minnesota. Feel at ease knowing the community is less than 40 miles west of the Mayo Clinic. Additionally, it is within 10 miles of a hospital affiliated with the Mayo Clinic Health System. Just south of downtown, seniors can attend the annual county fair, visit a museum, or dine at a variety of restaurants. Activities are tailored to each senior’s likes and dislikes from baking club to rolling out a putting green to practice on. Raised garden beds allow every senior to get their hands dirty by growing vegetables and flowers in the communal gardens. Relax in the gated courtyard underneath the white pergola where vibrant lawns surround the paved paths leading up to the patio. The open-concept kitchen allows seniors to socialize and grab a bite to eat freely. Trained on-site caregivers provide round-the-clock care under the supervision of a registered nurse. With motion sensors, surveillance, and a controlled access building, safety is a priority at Birchwood Cottages. Depending on each senior’s needs and preferences, residents have an option of homey private or semi-private bedrooms. Your loved one will remain warm and comfortable with heated towel racks, floors, and a massaging Jacuzzi tub. Find compassionate person-centered care at Birchwood Cottages. State Licensing Information To explore the licensing information and compliance histories of senior living communities in the state of Minnesota, visit the Minnesota Health Care Provider directory . Related Articles: Signs It’s Time for Memory Care How to Find a Memory Care Facility: A Helpful 11-Step Needs Assessment Memory Care Checklist Checklist for Moving Elderly Parents

Verified overview

What we know from public sources

Care options
Memory Care, Assisted Living
Operator
Not yet resolved
Public price status
Not publicly found
Last source check
August 5, 2026

Source-published features

Amenities and services

Grouped so you can scan what affects day-to-day life before opening an operator page.

Meals & dining

  • Room Service
  • Gluten-free
  • Vegetarian
  • Low / No Sodium
  • Guest Meals
  • Restaurant Style Dining
  • Special Dining Programs
  • Meals Provided
  • Anytime Dining
  • No Sugar
  • Private Dining Room

Health & wellness

  • Diabetic Care
  • Medication Management
  • Staffing & Ancillary Services
  • Incontinence Care
  • Memory Care
  • Non-Ambulatory Care

Services & convenience

  • Property Convenient to Public Transit
  • Laundry Service / Drycleaning
  • Beautician
  • Housekeeping
  • English

Activities & engagement

  • Stretching Classes
  • BBQs or Picnics
  • Birthday Parties
  • Holiday Parties
  • Dances
  • Visiting Chaplain or Priest
  • Activities On-site
  • Reminiscence Programs
  • Day Trips and Outings
  • Cooking Classes
  • Pet-focused Programs
  • Live Dance or Theater Performances
  • Art Classes
  • Yoga / Chair Yoga
  • Devotional Activities On-Site
  • Live Musical Performances
  • Trivia Games
  • Gardening Club
  • Sensory-based Programs

Outdoor spaces

  • Butterfly garden / Hummingbird garden
  • TV Lounge
  • Outdoor Common Areas
  • Beauty Salon
  • Indoor Common Areas
  • Meeting Room
  • Central Fireplace
  • Library
  • Outside Patio
  • Raised Garden Beds
  • Piano or Organ
  • Jacuzzi

Apartment & room features

  • Handicap Accessible
  • Air Conditioned
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet
  • Ground Floor Units

Official oversight

Inspection and quality records

Inspection coverage has not yet been completed for this community. “Not covered” is not the same as “no violations found.”

Coverage last checked August 5, 2026.

Questions to confirm with the community

Additional care fees
Not publicly disclosed
Move-in fee
Not publicly disclosed
Exact unit availability
Confirmation required
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