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Memory care in Cottage Grove 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 Cottage Grove is about $4,456 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 31 communities, read 374 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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My mom loves it. The people are friendly. The decorating is like a northwoods lodge. Many comfortable places for folks to sit and visit with each other.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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.
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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My mother is there now 2/2014. The building is beautiful, everything is new. The staff for the most part are wonderful. Of course there are never enough employees in these places. I don't like the fact in...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
 
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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.
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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We have had multiple experiences with this facility, and they have done a fantastic job each time. The care staff are attentive, professional, and friendly. They were so good to my husband, and they knew...
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Southview Acres Health Care Center is a modern progressive health care facility, committed to providing exceptional service to our residents, families, the community and surrounding areas.  In addition to our highly skilled nursing staff, we have many other professionals striving to provide...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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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Cost of memory care in Cottage Grove, MN

The average cost of senior living in Cottage Grove is $4,456 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Eagan, MN with an average of $4,312 per month.

Memory care costs in Cottage Grove, MN, vs. nearby cities

Cottage Grove, MN
$4,456/mo
$4,442/mo

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

Cottage Grove, MN
$4,456/mo
U.S. national average
$5,004/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,456/mo

Memory care costs in Cottage Grove, MN, by floor plan type

Studio
$4,954/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,176/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,869/mo

Senior living costs in Cottage Grove 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: Cottage Grove, MN
Column state: Minnesota
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCottage Grove, MNMinnesotaU.S.
Memory Care$4,456/mo$4,073/mo$5,004/mo
Assisted Living$4,772/mo$4,281/mo$4,740/mo
Independent Living$3,381/mo$3,145/mo$4,203/mo
Memory Care
Cottage Grove, MN:$4,456/mo
Minnesota:$4,073/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Assisted Living
Cottage Grove, MN:$4,772/mo
Minnesota:$4,281/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Independent Living
Cottage Grove, MN:$3,381/mo
Minnesota:$3,145/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
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Memory care costs in Cottage Grove, MN, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Cottage Grove and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Memory care cost trends in Cottage Grove, MN

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Cottage Grove have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Cottage Grove, MN$8,426/mo$7,766/mo+8.5%
Minnesota$7,264/mo$6,614/mo+9.8%
National$6,282/mo$5,847/mo+7.4%
Cottage Grove, MN
2024 average cost:$8,426/mo
2023 average cost:$7,766/mo
Percent change:+8.5%
Minnesota
2024 average cost:$7,264/mo
2023 average cost:$6,614/mo
Percent change:+9.8%
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2024 average cost:$6,282/mo
2023 average cost:$5,847/mo
Percent change:+7.4%
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What families are saying about memory care in Cottage Grove

Recent reviews for memory care in Cottage Grove

Meadow Woods - Martin Luther Campus in Bloomington, MN

5.0
I think they do a great job at Meadow Woods! The staff here is very friendly and easy to work with. They've been very accommodating in regards to some billing issues we've had in regards to getting funding with the VA straightened out. The facility itself is well kept and clean, and they do a ...
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Saint Therese of Woodbury

4.5
Cannot think of one negative thing to say about this facility. It is a beautiful property with many amenities. The staff is amazing. Every level of care is given by extremely professional and kind members of St Therese staff. I was a patient for 6weeks and was extremely happy with everything, ...
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Wealshire Of Bloomington

5.0
My dad has been at Wealshire of Bloomington for almost three years. My brother and I were looking for a new place for dad as the Alzheimer's disease continued to make it hard for him to make safe decisions. He was very active and the place he was in did not fit as most residents were much ...
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Cottage Grove review score based on 76 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 76 reviews of 31 Cottage Grove memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Cottage Grove review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Cottage Grove review score compared against nearby cities

6.8
Cottage Grove, MN31 facilities
7.1
St. Paul Park, MN57 facilities
7.1
Newport, MN71 facilities

Review subcategories for Cottage Grove memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 76 reviews of 31 Cottage Grove memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Cottage Grove resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
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Cleanliness
3.7
4.1
Friendliness
3.8
4.2
Care services
3.6
3.9
Staff
3.7
4.1
Meals & dining
3.4
3.8
Activities
3.6
3.7
Value for cost*
3.5
3.8
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Cottage Grove memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cottage Grove memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cottage Grove, 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 Cottage Grove 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 Cottage Grove 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
71%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
48.4%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
80.6%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
38.7%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
51.6%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
77.4%
69.2%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Cottage Grove 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 Cottage Grove Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Cottage Grove, MNNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
71%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
54.8%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
71%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
29%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Cottage Grove 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 Cottage Grove partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Cottage Grove, MNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.6%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
48.4%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
38.7%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.7%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.9%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Cottage Grove 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 Cottage Grove communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
32.3%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.9%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
45.2%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.6%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cottage Grove 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 Cottage Grove offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
51.6%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.3%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
32.3%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
71%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.1%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.1%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.9%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25.8%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.9%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
61.3%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
54.8%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
35.5%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.6%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45.2%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Cottage Grove

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 Cottage Grove protect seniors.
Learn about Minnesota memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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