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6 Best Memory Care Facilities in Deerwood, MN

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Memory care in Deerwood 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 Deerwood is about $2,968 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 6 communities, read 13 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Deerwood Memory Care Facilities | 13 Reviews

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Last Updated: 12/20/24
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Photo of Rivers Edge Assisted Living
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8.9
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I recently had the pleasure of visiting River's Edge, an assisted living community where my grandmother resides, and I have nothing but positive things to say about it. From the moment I walked in, I was...
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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We chose Golden Horizons of Aitkin initially because the facility was smaller and easier for her to navigate. Mom really wanted to hate it when she got there. But the friendliness of everyone (and the good...
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.
The Golden Horizons of Aitkin is a assisted living community located in the beautiful, rustic town of Aitkin, Aitkin County, Minnesota. Here you will get the chance to enjoy the great outdoors, with the various lakes, parks with walking trails, and recreational activities. Whether you love to...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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 Deerwood, MN

The average cost of senior living in Deerwood is $2,968 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Garrison, MN with an average of $2,780 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Deerwood, MN vs. nearby cities

Deerwood, MN
$2,968/mo
$2,968/mo
$2,968/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Deerwood, MN vs. the state and national average

Deerwood, MN
$2,968/mo
U.S. national average
$4,860/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Deerwood vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$2,968/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Deerwood, MN by room type

Studio
$3,611/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,425/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,969/mo

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What families are saying about memory care in Deerwood

Recent reviews for memory care in Deerwood

Golden Horizons of Aitkin

4.8
We chose Golden Horizons of Aitkin initially because the facility was smaller and easier for her to navigate. Mom really wanted to hate it when she got there. But the friendliness of everyone (and the good food) won her over despite her efforts to be miserable.

Rivers Edge Assisted Living in Aitkin, MN

5.0
My grandpa has been living at this assisted living facility for a year now and it has been a wonderful experience. The staff are incredibly attentive and caring, always going out of their way to make sure he is comfortable and well taken care of. The facility itself is well-maintained and has a ...
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Edgewood Brainerd Senior Lvg

4.5
My sister lives here currently in the memory care unit. I really appreciate that the staff checks on her every half hour. I have been there and have seen them doing it. The staff is very friendly. I haven’t tried the food, but a friend of mine has had lunch with my sister and said that the ...
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Deerwood memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Deerwood memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Deerwood, 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 Deerwood 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 Deerwood that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Deerwood, MNNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
40%
65.3%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
40%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
40%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
60%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Deerwood 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 Deerwood Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Deerwood, MNNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
40%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
40%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
40%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Deerwood 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 Deerwood partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Deerwood, MNNational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
40%
18.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Deerwood 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 Deerwood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Deerwood, MNNational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
40%
36.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Deerwood 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 Deerwood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Deerwood, MNNational
Activity director
Activity director
40%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
20%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20%
36.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
20%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
20%
31.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Rivers Edge Assisted Living, Golden Horizons of Crosslake and Golden Horizons of Aitkin are the top-rated memory care facilities near Deerwood, Minnesota. See full list of communities.

There are 6 memory care facilities near Deerwood, Minnesota. See the full list.

The 6 memory care facilities near you in Deerwood, Minnesota typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Deerwood, 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 Deerwood, 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 Deerwood, Minnesota ranges from $900 to $6950. The average Memory Care cost in Deerwood, Minnesota is $2,968. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Deerwood, Minnesota typically starts at $900. 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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