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Community is seventh in Minnesota; 32nd Nationwide for The Goodman Group, National Leader in Managing and Developing Senior Communities

CHASKA, MINN. (July 31, 2026) – The Goodman Group, a Minnesota-based company with more than 60 years of experience developing and managing senior living and health care communities, residential communities, and commercial properties, is proud to announce that Riverstone of Mankato, located in Mankato, Minn., has been added to its growing portfolio of managed communities.

Riverstone of Mankato, formerly known as The Pillars of Mankato, which opened in 2019, offers independent living, assisted living, memory care and respite care services. The community features a variety of amenities, including welcoming common areas, a movie theater, rooftop patio, fitness center, salon and spa, private dining room, chapel, underground parking and elegant finishes. Located near the Minnesota and Blue Earth rivers, Riverstone of Mankato will serve a range of lifestyle preferences and continuing care needs among a beautiful setting.

“We are delighted to welcome Riverstone of Mankato as the newest addition to our managed portfolio,” said Craig Edinger, CEO of The Goodman Group. “It is an honor to build on the community’s rich history and vibrant environment, especially as our second managed community in the Mankato area. We look forward to connecting with residents and their families, as well as partnering with and supporting the community’s current team members and leadership team through this new chapter.”

The Goodman Group will introduce Platinum Service®, their customer service philosophy and a number of innovative, life-enriching programs that improve resident’s well-being and quality of life. Food for Life™ provides residents with a restaurant-style dining experience that offers healthy and fresh choices, and each menu features a variety of balanced food options that are lower in sodium, fat and calories. FIT Functional Fitness® is designed to help improve residents’ core strength, balance and cardiovascular health as well as promote relaxation. Valiant Veterans® proudly recognizes those who have served in the U.S. military, as well as their family and friends, and honors their commitment to our country. Soaring® supports residents’ spirits, helping them find peace, purpose, and happiness.

Riverstone of Mankato’s Pearls of Life® memory care neighborhood will offer Montessori Inspired Lifestyle®, a positive approach to providing care for adults living with dementia or Alzheimer’s. Based on the methods of Maria Montessori and as adapted for adults by Dr. Cameron Camp, founder of the Center for Applied Research in Dementia, this approach of care allows residents to focus on their individual strengths and engage in meaningful activities.

In addition to Riverstone of Mankato, The Goodman Group manages Old Main Village in Mankato, Minn., which offers independent living, assisted living and respite care services. The Goodman Group also manages Autumn Glen Senior Living in Coon Rapids, Minn.; The Lodge, Birchwood Landing, and Sandhill Shores, located on The Lakes at Stillwater campus in Stillwater, Minn.; The Commons on Marice in Eagan, Minn., and Stonehaven Senior Living in Eagan, Minn. The Goodman Group is grateful to continue serving older adults and their families in Minnesota and across the nation.

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