Benedictine Living Community-Shakopee St. Gertrude's and The Gardens

01/05/2026

Glaucoma can affect anyone, but some people face a higher risk. This January for National Glaucoma Awareness Month, take time to learn about glaucoma and what increases risks for glaucoma. If you’re over 60, have a family history, or belong to a group at greater risk, make your vision a priority—book an eye exam!

01/02/2026

On this World Day of Peace, may peace fill every heart. The theme for the 2026 World Day of Peace calls us to embrace a peace that disarms and unites. Pope Leo XIV has issued an invitation for all to be open to peace and become its living witnesses.

01/01/2026

Happy New Year! At Benedictine, we begin 2026 embracing the Core Value of Hospitality — creating spaces of warmth, welcome and belonging for all. May this year be filled with open hearts and shared kindness.

12/30/2025

“I look right out over the gardens. I enjoy the courtyard. I have made a lot of friends. . . It’s just perfect for me.”
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12/25/2025

Wishing You Peace This Christmas
At Benedictine, peace is more than a word — it’s a way of living. This Christmas, we reflect on the quiet joy of harmony, care and compassion. May your days be filled with peace, your heart with hope, and your home with love. From all of us at Benedictine, Merry Christmas!

12/23/2025

✨ The joy of the season was in full swing! 🎶 We celebrated Christmas with family and friends, enjoyed live music, sweet treats and a special visit from Santa and his elves. 🎄

12/17/2025

❤️ Helping Vets Get Their Benefits 💙

Did you know that many veterans are eligible for benefits that support the cost of senior living, but don’t apply because they are not aware of them, or the process is too confusing? At Benedictine, we’re changing that.

We’ve teamed up with Patriot Angels who specialize in helping veterans obtain VA Aid and Attendance benefits. This means fewer delays, less stress and more support for our veteran residents and their families.

Whether it's paying for assisted living or memory care, these benefits are life-changing — and we’re working to make sure no hero gets left behind.

Learn more about how we can help: https://birdeye.cx/z3vijl

Discover how Benedictine and Patriot Angels help veterans and spouses access VA benefits for senior care. Learn about eligibility, benefits and how to get started.

12/09/2025

✨ A huge THANK YOU to all our amazing vendors who joined us for the recent Craft & Bake Sale! Your creativity and delicious products made the event such a success, and we had a wonderful time celebrating with our community.

👏 Special shoutout to the Shakopee CAPS students for your outstanding coordination and teamwork in bringing this event together — we couldn’t have done it without you!

💜 We’re grateful for everyone’s support and can’t wait for the next one!

12/07/2025

Advent is a time of waiting — not in haste, but in hope. It calls us to pause, reflect and prepare our hearts for Christ’s coming. May this time inspire us to live with intention — seeking peace, offering kindness and sharing joy. As the candles of the Advent wreath grow brighter, may our lives shine with faith, hope and love.

12/06/2025

✨ Our amazing staff team at St. Gertrude's came together to spread holiday cheer by providing 10 beautifully filled baskets for Adopt a Senior through the CAP Agency. 💝

We’re so proud to support seniors in our community and grateful for the teamwork that made this possible! 🌟

12/06/2025

🎄✨ We’re all set for the Craft & Bake Sale this Saturday! 🛍️ Come shop handmade treasures and delicious baked goods. 🎅 Santa will be stopping by at 12 PM for one magical hour—perfect for photos and holiday cheer! 10 AM - 2 PM