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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Santiago, MN

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Memory care in Santiago 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 Santiago is about $7,610 per month.

To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 250 communities, read 3333 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. You may also consider nearby communities such as St. Cloud, Buffalo and Princeton.

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Sometimes it is hard to get a hold of anyone. When my mom was having issues with her legs swelling it took a while before they had the medical personnel evaluate her. The room sizes are great. Amenities...
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.
Suite Living of Crystal is a 32 private suite Assisted Living & Memory Care Senior Community that provides quality care to our seniors, with a personal touch. Our communities are small and intimate, providing a cozy warm atmosphere that feels like home. Suite Living is locally owned and...
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They are wonderful!! They had a spot available. They had what we were looking for. The staff and residents are very friendly, helpful, and nice.
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.
Ecumen of Litchfield's main focus is providing quality professional care and services, tailored to individual needs, in an enriching community setting. We accomplish this with our full range of lifestyle choices and care options, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, adult...
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My loved one is here and very happy! The staff is extremely flexible, kind, and does a great job. The building has many activities and is a great shape. Location is a 10.
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.
The Assisted Living Memory Care Specialists With four locations in Burnsville, Minnetonka, Shakopee and Victoria, Minnesota, Emerald Crest by Augustana Care memory care communities are truly inspired by our residents and families. With a deep knowledge of memory care, we offer a specialized...
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The staff were friendly, caring and professional. The facility was comfortable and clean. I felt my family member got great care there for a good value.
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.
At Elder Homestead we strive to achieve a high quality of life for all of our senior citizens. Each resident will need a different level of care, and we can work to make sure that each elderly person has the care needed to maintain a safe living environment. There are many activities and...
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This is a much better place then the place he was living in, in Florida. Might be a little spendy but they have a lot of additional support, especially in the dependent care side. The food is great. I would...
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.
OverviewThe Glenn Hopkins (formerly St. Therese Southwest) has been providing exceptional service to the senior community for 30 years beginning in 1988. Our caring staff have a combined experience level of over 50 years in the senior care service industry. Many of our staff have extensive...
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I couldn't say enough good things about Cedar! We were so blessed to find them! Staff was amazing, kind, attentive, understanding, patient and caring. Multiple fun activities for all different resident...
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.
Cedar Crest of Silver Lake is a 40 bed facility that enhances the lifestyles of the elderly. We provide All Levels of care, from minimal to total cares. We have a memory care unit with 24/hour staffing. We have licensed RNs, LPNs, TMAs, HHAs and Aides. All meals, snacks and entertainment are...
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My dad feels known by all staff, multiple "hello's using his first name when he's in the building. Staff in shows kindness friendliness, compassion. Weekly Thursday social hours are very inclusive, often...
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.
Located within walking distances of shops, restaurants and movie theaters, you can also take advantage of spa services, a screening room and fine dining without ever leaving the comfort of home. By combining a sophisticated architectural design with high-quality amenities, The Waters on 50th is a...
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Elim Shores has been great so far. While the building is older and there are drawbacks with that, the people are great and my mom is definitely feeling at home more and more all the time. I would recommend
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
On the shores of Mitchell Lake in Eden Prairie you can experience all the comforts of home with convenient shopping and services nearby. Elim Shores is a 63 unit apartment building nestled in a residential setting where our residents are the #1 priority, offering a refreshing change of scenery...
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[name removed] was amazing. The staff was always kind and helpful. The facilities are beautiful. At the end the nursing staff had changed to a temp staff so that had some challenges but overall it was a...
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.
Carefree living at Okalee gives you time for the people you love and things you love to do, as the daily details can be done for you. A welcoming environment, exceptional hospitality and a full array of services create a joy-filled life at Okalee, a community that refreshes, revives and helps you...
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The staff is amazing as well as all of the other tenants. The property is beautiful indoors and out. There is activities to participate in if you choose to almost every day, the food is terrific.
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.
Finding the right senior living community means finding a place where your loved one can feel comfortable, supported, and at home, while giving you confidence in the care available each day. At StoryPoint Carlson Parkway, assisted living and memory care options offer personalized support in a...
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Photo of StoryPoint Columbia Heights
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The activities were fine. They just didn't have nearly enough of them… And the clock the cost was twice what we are repaying now. Based on the experience we have had with New Perspective, we would recommend...
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.
Finding the right senior living community means finding a place where your loved one can feel comfortable, supported, and at home, while giving you confidence in the care available each day. At StoryPoint Columbia Heights, assisted living and memory care options offer personalized support in a...
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Mom is in her second month of care at Serenity place. Things are going smoothly and staff he’s very helpful through the process. Communication is good as we continue to alter Mom‘s care plan as staff starts...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Welcome to Serenity Place on 7th, where compassion, community, and care come together to create a place where residents are proud to call home. Located in the heart of St. Joseph MN, Serenity Place on 7th is a welcoming senior living community offering both independent and assisted living options...
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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.
Photo of Nature’s Point Assisted Living
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My mother became a resident here over a year ago. While the biggest issue is having to place your mom in any facility, it took her time to adjust. I talk with my mom daily and there are always going to be...
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 staff and facility is great and it is on a great location. It's near several parks, close to public transportation, and not in the middle of the busy city. The staff is probably the biggest reason we...
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.
Convenience, independence and lifestyle are important aspects of choosing a senior community. St. Benedict’s Senior Community – St. Cloud is convenient to Hwy. 10 and local restaurants, shopping, places of worship, cultural activities, parks and other attractions. We provide a full continuum of...
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We do think they tried very hard when it came to the meals and dining experience. They did have good activities like arts and crafts and different painting classes. Based on the experience we have had so far...
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.
Keller Lake Commons is an assisted living facility located on the shores of Keller Lake in Big Lake, Minnesota. Residing at Keller Lake Commons brings some pretty terrific benefits which include exceptional assistance with your daily living needs along with the opportunity to become part of a...
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Staff is very friendly. I have never had to do this before and they made it easy and answered the questions I had.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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 family member only lived at Summit Ridge Place one month before passing. The staff is extremely friendly, kind, and compassionate. Those are the reasons we chose this place. It is older along with the...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Operated by Jaybird Senior Living, Landings of Sauk Rapids Memory Care community is located just three miles east of the Mississippi River and a short drive from many popular local parks. Sauk Rapids enjoys the benefits of small town living where neighbors are friends yet we are close enough for...
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I would recommend Edgewood. If there's any issues, they're quick to respond. They go above and beyond. I can call at the last minute and receive assistance. I am a picky person too, because this is my...
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.
Enjoy suburban Minnesota living at Edgewood’s new community. Edgewood is the ideal combination of living spaces, care and amenities to promote residents' health and well-being in assisted living and memory care. Visit Us! Come visit us at and see how you or your loved ones can...
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My loved one is currently a resident at Elk River Senior Living and the overall experience has been very good so far. It is a nice facility, I enjoy the residents and the staff. I would recommend Elk River...
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.
Built in 2018, Elk River Senior Living is a family owned senior living community nestled in the heart of Elk River. With 98 apartments, we offer independent living, assisted living as well as memory care. We pride ourselves on our welcoming residents and compassionate staff. Our team focuses on...
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This facility is very spacious and beautiful. It is a bit pricey, but so are a lot of retirement communities in the area. The staff is wonderful and they treat the residents well. The other residents here...
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.
About The Legacy of St. Michael Senior Living CommunitySt. Michael is a growing community of over 16,000 people with diverse business opportunities and we are the only Senior Community that offers Housing with Services for our seniors. We are only 25 minutes to downtown Minneapolis and 35 miles...
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I think they are doing a good job. Any issues we are having are more with my loved one than the facility itself. Cottagewood is a great place. The staff is friendly. Another really good thing is they have...
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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.
Cottagewood Senior Community is an assisted living community located in the quiet town of Buffalo, MN. We have grounds that are professionally kept, and a huge fountain that greets everyone as they enter our facility. Buffalo is a small town with the kind of charm that visiting relatives will...
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The staff are caring and very supportive of my family member. During COVID they started OVER charging for extra items. they charged us $25 dollars just to get my family member a cup of water. Also if they...
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.
What is assisted living at Lake Ridge? A carefree, active senior lifestyle enhanced with the personal care and health care you need to maintain your independence. You’ll enjoy a private apartment ready for you to furnish as you wish and decorate to make it home. Housekeeping and laundry are done...
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Mom has barely made a [date removed] there, she wound up in the hospital for almost a week. I have been gone for the holidays and will be back tomorrow. I will be creating more of a schedule to be with my...
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.
Suite Living of Ramsey is a 32 private suite Assisted Living & Memory Care Senior Community that provides quality care to our seniors, with a personal touch. Our communities are small and intimate, providing a cozy warm atmosphere that feels like home. Suite Living is locally owned and...
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The staff are caring and have made this transition for my mom easier. The facility is clean. The food is good. It is peace of mind leaving my mom in their care between my visits. The activities have been a...
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.
With only 40 apartments and high staff to resident ratios, NorBella fosters meaningful relationships, creates engaging experiences, and provides exceptional care. Assisted Living offers the ability to live in the comfort of their own apartment with peace of mind that a care team is available 24/7...

Cost of memory care in Santiago, MN

The average cost of senior living in Santiago is $7,610 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include St. Michael, MN with an average of $6,336 per month.

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

Santiago, MN
$7,610/mo
U.S. national average
$6,999/mo

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

Memory Care
$7,610/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,077/mo
Studio
$6,068/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,299/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,349/mo

Senior living costs in Santiago 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: Santiago, MN
Column state: Minnesota
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSantiago, MNMinnesotaU.S.
Memory Care$7,610/mo$7,592/mo$6,999/mo
Assisted Living$5,621/mo$5,527/mo$5,830/mo
Independent Living$2,907/mo$2,945/mo$3,520/mo
Memory Care
Santiago, MN:$7,610/mo
Minnesota:$7,592/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Assisted Living
Santiago, MN:$5,621/mo
Minnesota:$5,527/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Independent Living
Santiago, MN:$2,907/mo
Minnesota:$2,945/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Memory care costs in Santiago, MN, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Santiago 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 Santiago, MN

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Santiago 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 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Santiago, MN$7,348/mo$7,260/mo+1.2%
Minnesota$7,224/mo$7,121/mo+1.4%
National$6,685/mo$6,446/mo+3.7%
Santiago, MN
2024 average cost:$7,348/mo
2023 average cost:$7,260/mo
Percent change:+1.2%
Minnesota
2024 average cost:$7,224/mo
2023 average cost:$7,121/mo
Percent change:+1.4%
National
2024 average cost:$6,685/mo
2023 average cost:$6,446/mo
Percent change:+3.7%
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What families are saying about memory care in Santiago

Recent reviews for memory care in Santiago

Monticello St. Benedict's Community

5.0
This is a good community for my mom. my mom does like the good variety of meals. The staff is always nice and friendly. I like that my mom is getting good care at a friendly and clean community. She is happy with the activities that she is participating in. We would highly recommend this ...
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Encore at North Branch

4.9
Mom was brought there having dementia and stage four cancer. The staff has been nothing but wonderful to her and our family, keeping us update on how her day was , how meds are being taken. I staff is used to different changes and are very empathetic and knowledgeable which puts comfort in our ...
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Parkshore Senior Campus in Saint Louis Park, MN

4.5
We chose Parkshore Senior Campus because we had a lot of personal references. The room sizes here are very nice and spacious. We have heard the food is very good, they are chef prepared meals. I would recommend to others looking.

Santiago review score based on 559 family reviews

7.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 559 reviews of 250 Santiago memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Santiago 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

Santiago review score compared against nearby cities

7.7
Santiago, MN250 facilities
7.6
St. Michael, MN405 facilities
7.8
Sauk Rapids, MN105 facilities

Review subcategories for Santiago 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 559 reviews of 250 Santiago memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Santiago 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.
Santiago, MN averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.4
3.7
Friendliness
3.5
3.8
Care services
3.0
3.5
Staff
3.3
3.6
Meals & dining
3.1
3.3
Activities
3.1
3.3
Value for cost*
3.0
3.4
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Santiago memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Santiago memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Santiago, 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 Santiago 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 Santiago that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Santiago, MNNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
56%
63.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
25.2%
47.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
58.4%
70%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40.8%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.6%
89.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
42.8%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
56%
69.6%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Santiago 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 Santiago Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Santiago, MNNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
58%
72.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
34.8%
45.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
52%
68%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
17.6%
26.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Santiago 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 Santiago partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Santiago, MNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.8%
28%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.2%
44.8%
No sugar
No sugar
24.4%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25.6%
50.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.4%
22.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Santiago 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 Santiago communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Santiago, MNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.2%
40.2%
Room service
Room service
30.8%
37.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.4%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Santiago 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 Santiago offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Santiago, MNNational
Activity director
Activity director
42.8%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
19.6%
33.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.8%
29.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54%
53.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.8%
51.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.2%
59.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.6%
39.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
35.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.8%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.8%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
43.6%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
18%
32.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.8%
22.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.2%
46.3%
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State regulations for memory care in Santiago

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