
A Lifestyle Centered on Well-Being
At Gable Pines, we believe that senior living should be a time of strength, purpose, and belonging.
That is why we offer an impressive array of resort-style amenities and comprehensive community life programs designed to nurture your physical, emotional, and social health.
Whether you are enjoying a chef-prepared meal with friends, tending to the raised gardens, or participating in a wellness seminar, every detail of our Vadnais Heights community is crafted to help you live without compromise.
Our Signature Programming
Inspire Wellness for Life is our comprehensive lifestyle program designed to help our residents embrace each day with enthusiasm and energy. This program focuses on the 7 dimensions of wellness, and by addressing each of these dimensions with care and compassion, we can enrich our community’s physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. These 7 dimensions include:
- Physical: Choosing to live a healthy, active lifestyle
- Spiritual: Living with meaning and purpose
- Social: Interacting daily with others
- Emotional: Awareness and acceptance of feelings
- Intellectual: Engaging in creative pursuits
- Vocational: Expressing yourself through talents and passion
- Environmental: Respecting and caring for our surroundings
Enriching Connections is the training program we provide our memory care staff. During the program, our staff will learn how to create meaningful relationships with residents living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. With the help of Enriching Connections, our team can deliver a unique experience for each person under our care. Enriching Connections focuses on:
- Relationships & Community: Every individual is invited to belong.
- Commitment: Our team is committed to providing every resident with personalized care.
- Certification & Training: All management and memory care staff are certified in dementia care by the Alzheimer’s Association, in addition to other dementia training.
- Services: Our nursing staff is at the ready to help families make the best decisions for their loved ones.
- Meaningful Life & Engagement: “Inspire Wellness for Life” is our core program philosophy that promotes the best quality of life for every resident.
- Environment: We make continuous improvements so that our community remains dementia-friendly.
- Accountability: We are always monitoring processes, plans, and culture to maintain our high standards of care.
True peace of mind comes from knowing you are surrounded by a neighborhood that genuinely cares. Our Safe at Home Program is built on the simple belief that we are healthier and happier when we stand together.
This program is all about helping neighbors support neighbors, building a warm network of mutual care and daily encouragement. It is a beautiful way we ensure everyone in our community feels valued, connected, and supported as they enjoy their independence.
Inspired by the helpful role that lifeguards play in keeping people safe, we’ve adapted a specialized program to teach residents how to gently look out for their friends and neighbors.
Our Certified Senior Lifeguards act as a warm, friendly extension of our daily team. They learn how to notice early warning signs or when a neighbor might need a little extra comfort or a friendly chat. It is a heartwarming way we celebrate our residents’ wisdom, foster deep bonds of friendship, and ensure that no one ever has to feel lonely or overlooked.
We are just minutes away from the very best the White Bear Lake and Roseville areas have to offer. Whether you’re looking for a peaceful afternoon in nature or a lively family dinner, you’ll find plenty to do just around the corner:
- Shopping & Dining: Treat your family to a delicious meal at local favorites like Jimmy’s Food & Drink or Sak’s Sports Bar. Looking for a day of retail therapy? Explore the charming, unique boutiques in downtown White Bear Lake or enjoy the convenience of the nearby Maplewood Mall.
- Parks & Nature: Reconnect with the great outdoors and enjoy accessible walking paths, picnic areas, and beautiful scenery at nearby Wolters Park and Berwood Park.
- Community Connections: We are also conveniently located near community hubs like the Maplewood YMCA on White Bear Avenue, as well as St. Pius X and Grace Lutheran churches for your spiritual needs.
Resort-Style Community Amenities
Gable Pines provides a wide range of exceptional amenities, all under one roof, so you can live the lifestyle you love in a warm, welcoming environment that always feels like home.
We also feature several amenities built for convenience and spending time outdoors, including:
- Beautifully landscaped grounds with a covered veranda
- Raised flower and vegetable planting beds for resident gardening
- Heated, temperature-controlled indoor parking garage and storage
- Electric car charging stations available
- Fully handicapped-accessible building for effortless navigation
Dining & Socializing
- Restaurant-style, chef-prepared dining in our beautiful Cascade Dining Room
- Casual Pub for sharing drinks and conversation with neighbors
- Private dining room and event room for cherished family gatherings
- Guest and family meals available (for an additional fee)
Health, Relaxation, & Entertainment
- State-of-the-art fitness center and studio
- Relaxing whirlpool spa
- Full-service salon and spa (beauty and barber services, manicures, pedicures, and massages available for an additional fee)
- Movie theater for comfortable viewing nights
- Fully-stocked community library
- Chapel for quiet reflection and spiritual services
- Community and socializing rooms scattered throughout the building
Ways to Enjoy Life at Gable Pines
Independent Living
Now this is the definition of easy living! At Gable Pines, you’ll have the freedom to create the lifestyle you’ve always dreamed about in a residence you’ll love to call home.
Independent LivingAssisted Living
Our thoughtfully designed assisted living residences offer independence and privacy with just the help you need so you can continue to do the things you love and live life your way.
Assisted LivingMemory Care
Gable Pines features Enriching Connections program, a compassionate, whole-person approach to Alzheimer’s and dementia care.
Memory Care
Where to Find Us
Directions
Gable Pines perfectly blends small-town charm with the ultimate conveniences of a metropolitan area.
We are conveniently located just off County Road E, perfectly situated between Interstate 35E and Highway 61.
Our Address
- 1260 East County Road E
- Vadnais Heights, MN 55110
Contact Us
- Phone: (651) 829-3171
Executive Director
Laura Strang, LALD: Laura.Strang@Lifesparksl.com
Sales & Marketing Director
Travis Anderson: Travis.Anderson@lifesparksl.com
Our Visiting Hours
An Up-Close Look at Gable Pines

Join Our Team
Are you looking for a workplace where your contributions are truly valued and celebrated? As a proud part of Lifespark, Gable Pines is backed by an organization officially recognized as a Top Workplace in Minnesota.
We offer more than just a job. We offer a supportive experience, comprehensive benefits, and the incredible opportunity to make a profound difference in the lives of seniors every single day.
If you have a passion for hospitality and compassionate care, we’d love to have you on our award-winning team!


