Diamond Willow Assisted Living: Little Falls

04/28/2026

We are currently in need of flower vases for an activity with our residents. If you have any laying around and would like to donate them, we would be so appreciative! Please drop them off in the office! Thank you!!

04/22/2026

We are still looking for a Beautician! Please let us know if you know anybody! Thank you! 😊

💇‍♀️We are looking for a Beautician! Please reach out to me directly or apply online!💇‍♂️

✅ Independent contractor
✅ Set your own prices
✅ Flexible schedule

Austin Gertgen, RN Director
Diamond Willow
218-252-7162
Agertgen@diamondwillow.com

04/21/2026

🎉Our employee of the month for April- Callie!🎉

Callie is a great worker and takes such amazing care of our residents! She comes in to work with a positive attitude and does an amazing job! We are so lucky to have her on our team!

04/01/2026

We’re getting ready for the easter bunny!🐣
We made some cute sock bunnies and got all of our eggs dyed!

03/20/2026

🌷HAPPY FIRST DAY OF SPRING🌷Some of our residents are loving the weather we are having today!

03/10/2026

💇‍♀️We are looking for a Beautician! Please reach out to me directly or apply online!💇‍♂️

✅ Independent contractor
✅ Set your own prices
✅ Flexible schedule

Austin Gertgen, RN Director
Diamond Willow
218-252-7162
Agertgen@diamondwillow.com

02/16/2026

We have had a busy few days here at Diamond Willow!
We celebrated Valentine’s Day together, we had cup cakes, chocolate covered strawberries and shirley temples.♥️
We played some Valentine’s BINGO!!
We got to celebrate our birthday girl!! 🎉🥳
And we ended it all with getting some fresh air outside☀️

02/12/2026

Diamond Willow is hiring Resident Care Assistants! Come join our team of caring professionals! https://www.diamondwillow.com/careers

01/23/2026

💙 Diamond Willow Presents:

52 Tips for Transitioning a Loved One to Memory Care

Week Three: Expect a Transition Period

“It is extremely important to recognize the transition from home to residential care can be a very challenging one.”
— Collin Tierney

If you are making the decision to transition your loved one into memory care, please hear this:
You may be feeling so many emotions at once — and all of them are valid.
If you’ve been providing near 24/7 support, you might feel:
✨ relief
✨ hope
…and also
💔 guilt
💔 sadness
💔 fear
That emotional mix doesn’t mean you’re doing the wrong thing.
It means you love them.

And your loved one; even if they don’t fully understand what’s happening cognitively; may also experience intense feelings about the change. Memory care is a new environment with:
• new people
• new routines
• new sounds and expectations

Because of this, it’s important to know that major transitions can sometimes contribute to an initial decline, even when the move is absolutely the right choice.
Some families notice:
• a temporary decrease in functioning
• changes in mood or behaviors
• “new” personality traits they’ve never seen before
• increased confusion, anxiety, or restlessness
And sometimes the care team will call to report behaviors that feel shocking or unfamiliar. Please know: these variations can be normal during transition. Many residents settle into a new baseline — and many bounce back to where they were.
This is why preparation matters. The transition period is real — but it isn’t forever.

And because we know how hard a move can be for individuals living with dementia, it’s also important to understand the long-term capabilities of the community you choose.

Ask the question families don’t always think to ask:
👉 If my loved one’s physical needs increase, will they have to move again?
Will the community be able to support:
• mechanical lifts
• altered texture diets
• feeding assistance
• turning/repositioning in bed
• advanced stages of dementia care

At Diamond Willow, we are proud to support true aging in place, so families who choose our community can feel confident that this major transition only has to happen once.

✨ Follow along each week as we share practical tips, encouragement, and guidance for families navigating the memory care journey.

01/22/2026

Nothings better than some hot coco on these chilly days!

01/17/2026

We are looking for a skilled and caring Assisted Living Coordinator to join our team at Little Falls. As a key member of our leadership team, you will assist in managing the day-to-day activities of our assisted living neighborhood, prioritizing resident care and satisfaction. The position includes being on-call every 4th week!!

01/17/2026

‼️WE ARE HIRING‼️Come join our amazing team! We are currently hiring for all positions Days and Overnights!

What we offer:

* Exceptional Environment: Work in a home-like setting and a small staff-to-resident ratio, ensuring personalized care.

* Supportive Culture: Be part of a team that values your contributions, celebrates your successes, and invests in your growth.

* Innovative Leadership: Join a forward-thinking team committed to creating a thriving and compassionate workplace.

* Flexible Opportunities: Full-time, part-time, and block scheduling options to suit your needs.

* Growth Potential: Opportunities for advancement and leadership roles, including Lead Caregiver positions.

* No Mandated Shifts: Enjoy work-life balance with no required extra shifts beyond your schedule.

🖥️Click on the link below and search Little Falls to apply for a position!

I look forward to meeting you!

Austin, RN
Clinical Nursing Supervisor
218-252-7162

Managed Locally by Diamond Willow Management LLC302 West Superior Street, Suite 70Duluth, MN 55802Main Office Phone: (218) 625-2320Email: infodw@diamondwillow.com