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Memory care in Bowlus offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Bowlus is about $2,860 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 34 communities, read 74 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

As you explore memory care near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like  You may also consider nearby communities such as St. Cloud, St. Joseph and Little Falls.

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Toured lots of facilities in the area and found a new home. Apt homes are nice and roomy and they offer tons of activities, outings and in house religious services along with beauty salon. Staff works...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Ridgeview Place/Prairie Ridge is an assisted living community located in beautiful Sauk Rapids, Benton County, Minnesota. Prairie Ridge is a memory care unit for residents with dementia and/or Alzheimer’s located on the beautiful grounds of Ridgeview Place. Beautifully landscaped grounds and...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Photo of St Cloud Carefree Living by Oxford Living
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Memory CareSt. Benedict's Senior Community is known for our pioneering approach to memory care programs and housing for individuals with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. Our expertise in providing memory care is evident in every detail, feature and service offered in our beautifully designed...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Cost of memory care in Bowlus, MN

The average cost of senior living in Bowlus is $2,860 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Albany, MN with an average of $2,792 per month.

Memory care costs in Bowlus, MN, vs. nearby cities

Bowlus, MN
$2,860/mo
$2,911/mo
$2,986/mo

Memory care costs in Bowlus, MN, vs. state and national averages

Bowlus, MN
$2,860/mo
U.S. national average
$4,946/mo

Memory care costs in Bowlus, MN, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$2,860/mo

Memory care costs in Bowlus, MN, by floor plan type

Studio
$2,006/mo
1 Bedroom
$1,610/mo
2 Bedroom
$2,050/mo

Senior living costs in Bowlus vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Bowlus, MN
Column state: Minnesota
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBowlus, MNMinnesotaU.S.
Memory Care$2,860/mo$4,074/mo$4,946/mo
Assisted Living$2,860/mo$4,282/mo$4,698/mo
Independent Living$2,280/mo$3,146/mo$4,153/mo
Memory Care
Bowlus, MN:$2,860/mo
Minnesota:$4,074/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Assisted Living
Bowlus, MN:$2,860/mo
Minnesota:$4,282/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Independent Living
Bowlus, MN:$2,280/mo
Minnesota:$3,146/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
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What families are saying about memory care in Bowlus

Recent reviews for memory care in Bowlus

Talamore St Cloud in Saint Cloud, MN

3.9
The facility itself is beautiful, and I think people would be very lucky to be able to live there. Some of the other kinks could be worked out with more communication from the staff that are helping the residents. We've had couple of main concerns. First, they went over my head when they made ...
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Benedict Court in Saint Cloud, MN

5.0
Very good. Staff is helpful and the apartment is amazing! There are three meals a day served and the residents have choices to choose from. The staff communication with the family is good, especially when it comes to staffing issues.

Serenity Place on 7th in St. Joseph, MN

4.0
Overall Serenity Place is great. My mother is happy and comfortable there. The staff isn't just friendly, they have become her friends. I would tell a friend, the same thing I was told by someone whose father was a resident. It's a good place to live. I am comfortable with my mom living ...
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Bowlus memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bowlus memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bowlus, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Bowlus memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Bowlus that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
38.7%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
9.7%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.8%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.8%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
35.5%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25.8%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.8%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
19.4%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
38.7%
69.2%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Bowlus memory care

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Bowlus Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Bowlus, MNNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
29%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
9.7%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
22.6%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
6.5%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Bowlus memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Bowlus partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Bowlus, MNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
9.7%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
12.9%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
9.7%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
9.7%
49.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Bowlus memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Bowlus communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bowlus, MNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
3.2%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
9.7%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
6.5%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.7%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bowlus memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Bowlus offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Bowlus, MNNational
Activity director
Activity director
25.8%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
3.2%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
6.5%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
25.8%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
29%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
32.3%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25.8%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
3.2%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
6.5%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
22.6%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
19.4%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
3.2%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
9.7%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
19.4%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Bowlus

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Minnesota memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Bowlus protect seniors.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Talamore St Cloud, Cura of Melrose Park View Place and Highland Senior Living are the top-rated memory care facilities near Bowlus, Minnesota. See full list of communities.
There are 34 memory care facilities near Bowlus, Minnesota. See the full list.
The 34 memory care facilities near you in Bowlus, Minnesota typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Bowlus, Minnesota, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Bowlus, Minnesota, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Bowlus, Minnesota ranges from $874 to $6950. The average Memory Care cost in Bowlus, Minnesota is $2,860. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Bowlus, Minnesota typically starts at $874. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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