Business Details
17 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Home Care Provider in Central Minnesota
At Lake Country Home Care, we believe that compassionate, personalized care should feel like family. Founded in 2009 by Adele Lausten, Rhonda Koehler, and Linda Moorenurses with nearly 70 years of combined experience in home carewe recognized a critical need for reliable services in Central Minnesota and dedicated ourselves to filling that gap. Our mission has always been to provide dignified, client-centered support that empowers individuals to thrive in the comfort of their own homes. In 2021, Micaela Koehler, Adeles daughter, took ownership to ensure our founders legacy of excellence continues. Our team of thoroughly trained paraprofessionals delivers dependable care tailored to each clients unique needs, whether its assistance with daily living, homemaking, or respite support.We operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week, because we understand that care doesnt adhere to a schedule. Our deep roots in New York Mills, MN, and commitment to the communities we serve allow us to combine local insight with professional expertise. We prioritize transparency, ethical practices, and open communication, ensuring families feel confident in our services. From coordinating insurance coverage to offering flexible care plans, we strive to make the process seamless for our clients. Our decades of experience, coupled with a genuine passion for helping others, position us as a trusted partner in home care. We are proud to uphold the values established by our founders while adapting to meet evolving client needs with innovation and empathy.
Services
Personal Care
Companionship
Homemaking
Meal Preparation
Laundry
Mobility & Transfers
Respite Care
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- We provide 24/7 personalized home care services tailored to individual needs.
- Our team consists of thoroughly trained paraprofessionals with decades of combined experience.
- We serve anywhere in West Central Minnesota without county restrictions.
- We accept Medical Assistance, Medica, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and private pay.
- Our care plans prioritize dignity, independence, and comfort for every client.
What people say
24/7 personalized care
Trained professionals
Flexible scheduling
Respite support available
Accepts multiple insurances
Services
Personal Care
Our Personal Care service offers hands-on support with daily activities like bathing, dressing, and mobility. Trained paraprofessionals ensure clients maintain independence while receiving respectful, individualized attention. This service is ideal for those needing assistance due to age, illness, or disability, fostering safety and dignity in a familiar environment.
Respite Care
Respite Care provides short-term relief for primary caregivers, ensuring they can rest without compromising their loved ones well-being. Our team delivers consistent, compassionate care in the clients home, maintaining routines and offering peace of mind. This service supports caregiver health and strengthens long-term care sustainability through reliable, flexible scheduling.
Homemaking
Homemaking services include light housekeeping, laundry, and errands to help clients maintain a clean, organized living space. Our staff handles tasks like grocery shopping and meal preparation, adapting to dietary needs and preferences. This service promotes comfort and practicality, allowing clients to focus on wellness without household stressors.
Meal Preparation
Customized meal planning and preparation cater to dietary restrictions and health goals, ensuring clients receive balanced, appetizing meals. Our caregivers consider cultural preferences and medical requirements, fostering better nutrition and independence. This service simplifies daily routines while prioritizing client satisfaction and well-being through thoughtful culinary care.
Mobility & Transfers
Mobility & Transfer support aids clients with safe movement between locations or positions, reducing fall risks. Trained professionals use proper techniques and equipment to assist with walking, sitting, and repositioning. This service enhances physical safety and confidence, enabling clients to navigate their environment securely while maintaining autonomy.
People
Micaela Koehler
Owner & Manager
Micaela Koehler has led Lake Country Home Care since 2021, continuing her mother Adeles legacy of compassionate care. A lifelong resident of New York Mills, MN, she combines local insight with over a decade of experience in home health services to ensure client-centered support.
Adele Lausten
Founder
Adele Lausten co-founded Lake Country Home Care in 2009 after a 30-year nursing career in Central Minnesota. Her expertise in home care and commitment to community well-being established the foundation for the companys mission of dignity-driven, personalized service.
Rhonda Koehler
Co-Founder
Rhonda Koehler helped establish Lake Country Home Care in 2009, leveraging her extensive nursing background to address gaps in home health services. Her dedication to client-centered care and operational excellence shaped the companys growth until her retirement in 2021.
Questions
What types of home care services do you offer?
We provide personal care, homemaking, meal preparation, mobility assistance, respite care, and companionship tailored to individual needs.
Do you offer 24-hour care?
Yes, our services are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to accommodate urgent and ongoing care needs.
Which areas do you serve?
We serve all of West Central Minnesota without county restrictions, ensuring accessible care for rural and urban communities.
What payment options are available?
We accept Medical Assistance, Medica, Blue Cross Blue Shield, UCare, Workers Compensation, Long Term Care Insurance, and private pay.
How do I start services?
Call us at 218-385-3422 to discuss your needs, and we’ll coordinate a customized care plan within 24 hours.
Can I modify my care plan?
Yes, we regularly review and adjust care plans to reflect changing needs, ensuring flexibility and client satisfaction.
Reviews (3)
Tammy Fredrickson
Mar 19, 2021
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Was a client of theirs. This is my experience with them. Because they didn't usually come on time. Only one did and I requested that I keep that PCA and was told that I couldn't. One of the pca's let my emotional support cat get into something that poisoned her. Wasn't told that they were sorry and she died even if they didn't admit that the PCA did it would have been helpful. Felt like they didn't care. Because of that I have informed everybody that I know do not deal with them. They could have expressed sympathy that my cat died without expressing anything in regards to the PCA. they didn't have
Jan Lennox
Oct 18, 2016
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We are so thankful for Lake Country Home Care. The providers they sent my mom were amazing. Lake Country does such a wonderful job of matching workers to clients. Mom loved both the ladies she worked with. They were willing to work with her in her gardens, on quilting tasks, and town trips. Her last year was so much fuller due to the kind caring help she received. When it was time for Hospice Lake Country was a wealth of help and information pointing us in the direction we needed to go. We are so thankful for all the loving caring people at Lake Country Home Care.
Rick Beyer
Dec 22, 2015
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We have been very, very impressed with the personnel Lake Country brought in to care for my mother in Wadena, Minnesota. I do stay involved via phone or in person on a regular basis and especially when someone new is on the account. Everyone doing either personal care or homemaking care has been exceptionally professional, knowledgeable in elder care, has good general awareness of standard medications, and are really tender, caring people.
