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Memory care in Golden Valley 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 Golden Valley is about $4,231 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 126 communities, read 2265 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Photo of Care Suites of Edina
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My mother is currently at Walker Methodist Care Suites. She has not been here long, but she is very happy here. She loves the size of her apartment, she enjoys the food, goes to activities, and chats with...
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.
Our Community At Walker Methodist Care Suites in Edina, we offer Assisted Living, Care Suites, and Memory Care living options. We are a small community of 72 private apartments offering cozy surroundings and life-enriching amenities. Our professional health care staff and specially trained care...
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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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The Landmark of Fridley is the night staff was not very good and we had a lot of bumps in the road at first. Most of them were because of mom though. Things have evened out now. It's been a long road but all...
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 Landmark of Fridley senior living facility is located in Fridley, Minnesota. We are an assited living facility with a community of caring individuals who are committed to providing the best services to your loved ones. We take great pride in providing exceptional physical, social, personal,...
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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, 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.
Rosewood Estate provides assisted living in a homelike atmosphere that offers the comforts, conveniences and privacy found in a traditional home -complete with kitchen, bathroom, living room and bedroom(s). Most importantly, Rosewood Estate offers the independence residents desire while...
Provides: Assisted 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.
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.
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My husband and I have lived in Roseville all our 55 years of marriage and in selecting a new home we wanted to stay in the area. Before deciding on EagleCrest we visited ten independent living facilities in...
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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Provides: Assisted 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.
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, 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 was in the advanced stages of Alzheimers when we were able to admit her as a resident at Carondelet Village. I cannot imagine a finer facility with a more exceptional staff. My mother was so...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.

Cost of memory care in Golden Valley, MN

The average cost of senior living in Golden Valley is $4,231 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Maple Grove, MN with an average of $4,085 per month.

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

Golden Valley, MN
$4,231/mo

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

Golden Valley, MN
$4,231/mo
U.S. national average
$4,860/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,231/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,549/mo
Studio
$4,476/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,994/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,196/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,030/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Golden Valley over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Golden Valley

Recent reviews for memory care in Golden Valley

Personal Care Senior Living Columbia Heights

4.1
All of the staff at Personal Care Senior Living Columbia Heights seem friendly. I'm not crazy about the overall communication with my family. It has taken three months for them to trim her nails, even after several requests. She was taken to the hospital yesterday and we weren't able to get a ...
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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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Training and competency of staff in nursing skills. Several reviews mention the lack of proper training and competency of staff in basic nursing skills, leading to serious concerns for residents' health and safety at Waterford Estates and Manor, such as inadequate catheter bag emptying, transferring, and lift operation. This can result in traum ...
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Communication between staff and families. Families express frustration with the lack of clear communication from staff regarding their loved ones' care and well-being, which can leave them feeling disconnected and unsure about their loved one's situation at Global Pointe Senior Living, Sunrise of Edina, and Chandler Place.
Consistent activities for residents. Residents appreciate a wide range of engaging activities that encourage socializing and stimulate their minds, as mentioned in reviews for The Harbors Senior Living of Fridley, Personal Care Senior Living Columbia Heights, and Sunrise of Golden Valley. Regular activities can help keep resi ...
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Cleanliness and maintenance of living spaces. The cleanliness and upkeep of living spaces is crucial for residents' comfort and well-being. Several reviews praise the cleanliness of facilities at The Waters on 50th, Meadow Ridge Senior Living, and Sunrise of Edina, while others mention areas that require improvement, such as irregular ...
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Engaging and personable staff members. Warm, friendly, and personable staff members who genuinely care for their residents are essential for creating a welcoming and enjoyable environment. Many families highlight the kindness and compassion of staff at Broadwell Senior Living, Broadwell Senior Living, and The Harbors Senior Livi ...
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Availability and responsiveness of staff. Timely responses to family inquiries and resident needs are essential for providing effective and efficient care. Families at The Waters on 50th, Suite Living - Brooklyn Park, and Elder Homestead express disappointment with unresponsive or hard-to-reach staff, leading to frustration and co ...
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Golden Valley review score based on 371 family reviews

7.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 371 reviews of 112 Golden Valley memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Golden Valley 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

Golden Valley review score compared against nearby cities

7.7
Golden Valley, MN112 facilities
7.6
Robbinsdale, MN123 facilities
7.8
St. Louis Park, MN117 facilities

Review subcategories for Golden Valley 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 371 reviews of 112 Golden Valley memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Golden Valley 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
4.3
4.4
Friendliness
4.4
4.5
Care services
3.6
4.2
Staff
4.2
4.4
Meals & dining
3.7
4.1
Activities
3.7
4.0
Value for cost*
3.6
4.0
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Golden Valley memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Golden Valley memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Golden Valley, 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 Golden Valley 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 Golden Valley 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
64.3%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
27.7%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.1%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
52.7%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.6%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
55.4%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
71.4%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Golden Valley 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 Golden Valley Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Golden Valley, MNNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
67%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
43.8%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60.7%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16.1%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Golden Valley 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 Golden Valley partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Golden Valley, MNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17%
27.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.9%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
25%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.3%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.5%
18.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Golden Valley 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 Golden Valley communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Golden Valley, MNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
39.3%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
47.3%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
45.5%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.6%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Golden Valley 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 Golden Valley offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Golden Valley, MNNational
Activity director
Activity director
49.1%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.7%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61.6%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.5%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.1%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.8%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.4%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.1%
36.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.2%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
51.8%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
22.3%
31.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
32.1%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
48.2%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Talamore Woodbury, The Waters of Oakdale and Gable Pines are the top-rated memory care facilities near Golden Valley, Minnesota. See full list of communities.

There are 126 memory care facilities near Golden Valley, Minnesota. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Golden Valley, Minnesota are Talamore Woodbury, Gable Pines and Rose Arbor and Wildflower Lodge. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 126 memory care facilities near you in Golden Valley, Minnesota typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Golden Valley, 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 Golden Valley, 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 Golden Valley, Minnesota ranges from $538 to $9500. The average Memory Care cost in Golden Valley, Minnesota is $4,231. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Golden Valley, Minnesota typically starts at $538. 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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